System/Policy
PBS proposes hike in station dues and strategic investments for FY24
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The draft budget to be circulated to member stations projects that PBS’ FY24 budget will break even at $372.2 million.
Public radio stations face uphill battle in serving news deserts
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A new study from the Shorenstein Center details the lack of resources hindering stations in rural and lower-income areas, while also finding reasons for optimism.
System/Policy
WBHM cuts staff amid operating losses
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“WBHM unfortunately needed to reduce our team in order to remain financially sustainable,” Executive Director William Dahlberg said.
Programs/Content
WBGO adds jazz gems to public broadcasting archive
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In the process of preserving the station’s musical legacy, retired jazz producer Becca Pulliam is rediscovering her own body of work.
Rewind: The Roots of Public Media
Drive to survive: The ‘brightest and darkest time’ at NPR
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Forty years ago, NPR was facing another financial challenge — one that threatened its very existence.
System/Policy
In letter to staff, NPR CEO calls layoffs ‘gut-wrenching’
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In addition to cutting 10% of its workforce, the network is eliminating more than 80 vacant positions.
People
Milwaukee’s WUWM hires David Lee as GM
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Lee was previously chief philanthropy officer at Ascension Wisconsin Foundation.
Programs/Content
ChatGPT helps would-be writers find inspiration on community radio
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The show “KGUA Writers” is turning listeners’ prompts into AI-generated fiction.
Programs/Content
NPR to end production of four podcasts
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Production of the podcasts will end after their current seasons.
System/Policy
5 ways to ensure a smooth leadership transition
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Because changes in leadership are inevitable, it’s an area all media companies need to face head-on. So how can you improve your succession planning and processes for organizational change?
Programs/Content
‘Native America Calling’ receives National Humanities Medal
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“Native America Calling” captures “the vastness of the Native American life and its profound impact on the country,” said President Joe Biden during the ceremony.
System/Policy
New England Public Media lays off nearly 20% of staff
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The stations serving western Massachusetts are downsizing in response to “serious financial headwinds” that began during the pandemic.