System/Policy
WGA authorizes strike if freelance contract expires with GBH, WNET and PBS SoCal
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The Writers Guild of America voted to authorize a strike if the current contract expires Thursday.
FY24 fundraising analysis highlights diversity of sources as key to success
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Even in the face of declining audiences and high inflation, a CDP analysis finds that many public media organizations experienced new donor growth in FY24.
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.
Development
Public media campaign aims to help stations reverse new donor slump
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The May event will encourage supporters to share their love for public media.
System/Policy
Keep DEI a priority, even when the economy says otherwise
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When news organizations say they support diversity efforts but their actions don’t match, teams and communities lose faith.
Development
In latest CDP analysis, radio stations continue to see fundraising declines
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Our monthly fundraising report reveals a slowing decline in new donor acquisition, while Passport continues to drive sustainer growth.
Programs/Content
How KPBS expanded its reach to San Diego’s Latino communities
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A five-month sprint to deliver Spanish-language election content embraced community partnerships and social media promotion.
