System/Policy
North Dakota House passes bill to end funding for Prairie Public
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House Bill 1255 would bar any “state officer” from spending “state funds or federal funds … to directly or indirectly support public broadcasting.”
DOD dismisses NPR, other outlets from Pentagon office spaces
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The outlets can reportedly continue to attend briefings.
Obituaries
Rich Bradley, founder of NPR Illinois and PMJA, dies at 83
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“Rich was instrumental in launching so many journalism careers — including mine,” a colleague said.
Crosswords
Current Crossword: ‘Gift Exchanges’
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This month’s crossword is for the development teams.
Programs/Content
How public media can use AI to reach Latino audiences
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Ethical engagement with artificial intelligence may assist public media in the future.
People
Comings and goings: NHPR hires CFO, Vermont Public announces host changes …
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Travis Boucher joins New Hampshire Public Radio after working for several hospitals.
Programs/Content
The enduring and accessible legacy of ‘Vegetable Soup,’ a 1970s TV show that embraced cultural diversity
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The show aimed “to help children learn to live together in appreciation of the common humanity of different peoples.”
Engagement
How tech challenges are hindering the practice of engaged journalism
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While tools to engage community members in journalism are growing, they aren’t necessarily designed with the goals of innovative newsrooms in mind. And many of these tools don’t talk to one another.
Programs/Content
New WXPN podcast spotlights Black Americana artists during Black Music Month
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WXPN’s “Artist To Watch: Black Opry Residency” podcast is part of the station’s growing focus on artist development.
People
David Rotterman named CEO for PBS Western Reserve
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Rotterman previously held several executive positions with Buffalo Toronto Public Media.
People
Comings and goings: WABE CCO leaves station, PBS Hawaii announces hires and promotions …
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Scott Woelfel joined WABE in 2020.