System/Policy
NPR CEO warns of ‘hostile environment’ ahead for journalism, scrutiny of pubmedia
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“We should be well prepared at every moment to talk with enthusiasm about the purpose and value of public media,” CEO Katherine Maher said.
October CDP Index: Radio results remain sluggish while TV waits for next blockbuster
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A declining rate of growth among Passport users is exposing cracks in new donor programs at TV and joint licensees.
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System/Policy
CPB CEO defends new policy for diversity reporting
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In a letter to Sen. Ted Cruz, CPB’s chief executive refuted criticism that updated grant rules are discriminatory.
People
Comings and goings: WHYY SVP retires, StoryCorps hires CDO …
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Arthur Ellis retired after a 36-year tenure with WHYY in Philadelphia.
Obituaries
Ruth Seymour, KCRW manager who shaped the sound of public radio from Santa Monica, dies at 88
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Through the force of Seymour’s character and fierce leadership, KCRW grew into a musical tastemaker and conduit for NPR’s growth.
Tech
Cascade Public Media app aims to deliver long-awaited upgrades to PBS streaming experience
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A pilot of Cascade’s Local Streaming Initiative will introduce new tools for stations to customize the user experience for viewers and donors.
System/Policy
What public media can learn from the model of ‘NJ Spotlight News’
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“The story of NJ PBS and ‘NJ Spotlight News’ suggests that public broadcasting can play a role in bolstering coverage of regional and statewide news. What’s needed to make it work is to bring together different newsroom cultures in a way that serves the audience rather than the bureaucratic imperatives of protecting turf and resisting change.”
Programs/Content
How stations are using email newsletters to grow audiences and connect with communities
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When done well, newsletters reach new members, uncover audience data and create an alternative distribution channel for journalism.
Programs/Content
Michigan Radio project points to future of AI use in newsrooms
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“Our jobs will become less focused on analyzing data to reveal the stories reporters think are important and more about structuring datasets so that anyone can use the latest AI tools to find answers to their own questions.”
Programs/Content
PRX, NEPM partner with nonprofit to elevate community stories in Massachusetts
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The Mass Humanities Audio Storytelling Project offers participants four months of training, access to equipment, and a stipend to produce a documentary pilot.
Development
November CDP Index: New donors increase, but growth misses radio
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TV stations and joint licensees powered a 5.1% rise in new donor acquisition in the latest Index.
People
Comings and goings: Two execs leave Chicago Public Media, KUT deputy GM retires …
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Celeste LeCompte and Betsy Berger are leaving their roles at CPM.