System/Policy
GBH, community group reach tentative agreement on sale of CAI home
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The Woods Hole Community Association plans to close on the GBH-owned building Thursday.
December CDP Index: High-dollar gifts stabilize revenue amid sliding new donors, Passport usage
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The New Donor Index continues to be an area of concern, declining 12.3% overall.
People
Comings and goings: Gary Knell joins QCatalyst, GBH appoints statewide editor …
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Knell, former CEO of NPR, became a partner with QCatalyst.
People
Vijay Singh to lead Vermont Public
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“I’m thrilled to step into the position of CEO at Vermont Public at this pivotal time for public media and our country.”
Programs/Content
New series from Vision Maker, ‘Nova’ showcases Native American filmmakers and climate change
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Six short films from Native American filmmakers focused on climate change make up the series from GBH’s “Nova” and Vision Maker Media.
Development
Public media: facing challenges, building our future
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“My view is that public media has a solid pathway forward. I want to share the reasons for my optimism.”
Obituaries
George Walker, WFIU classical music host for more than 50 years, dies at 81
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Walker’s career in radio broadcasting may have set a record for continuous tenure at one station, according to colleagues.
Programs/Content
How Kartemquin Films and public broadcasting built a legacy of democratic storytelling
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Since Kartemquin’s founding in 1966, public broadcasting came to be the production company’s most dependable ally, and sometimes its savior.
System/Policy
Pubcasters connect with audiences, celebrate anniversaries with brewery partnerships
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Nine PBS and WHYY are celebrating their 70th anniversaries with branded ales, while Alabama’s WBHM is engaging community members with its Top of the Hour Sour.
People
Stacey Decker to lead Nebraska Public Media
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Decker is currently SVP of innovation and systems strategy at CPB.
Tech
How AI and immersive tech can transform storytelling in public media
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The single most important thing to do in 2024 is to set your organization up for data success.
Programs/Content
Rocky Mountain Public Media initiative connects Colorado newsrooms with communities
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Above the Noise aims to deepen connections between local residents and community reporters.