System/Policy
Why public media’s past might be its future
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To succeed in the world of on-demand media choices, public media organizations need to return their focus to creating original local content.
Arkansas PBS CEO promises internal changes, no more questionable audit findings
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An audit into Arkansas PBS’ “procurements and related processes” continued to raise concerns from state lawmakers about the educational television network’s business practices at a Friday meeting.
Obituaries
Michael Ziegler, station exec who guided WSKG through digital transition, dies at 85
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Ziegler’s public media career included a decade as COO of WITF in Harrisburg, Pa., and a guest appearance on the PBS Kids show “Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?”
System/Policy
PBS and APTS advocate for pubcasters in proposed FCC local content incentive
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PBS and APTS want NCE stations to get the same proposed benefit as stations providing the minimum amount of “locally originated programming.”
People
How these new station leaders are expanding community service while managing change
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Four GMs and CEOs who started in their roles in 2023 discuss their priorities in uncertain times.
Tech
How public media can balance AI innovation and public trust
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The CREATE framework provides a structured approach to help public media organizations navigate the complexities of AI, ensuring that these technologies are harnessed responsibly and ethically.
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.