Engagement
Why live events could be key to classical radio’s survival
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Growing classical audiences is about exposure and engagement. The best live events may attract both current and potential members.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on PBS and NPR CEOs to testify
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The House Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency is concerned about “blatantly ideological and partisan coverage,” Greene wrote in letters to PBS’ Paula Kerger and NPR’s Katherine Maher.
People
Documentary ‘ode’ to Steve Post’s many talents leaves out key verses
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“Playing in the FM Band: The Steve Post Story,” a feature-length documentary about a pioneer of freeform radio, zooms in on some odd stuff.
System/Policy
Ohio news collaboration seeks to fill coverage gaps, understand community needs
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The Ohio Newsroom, a project among the state’s public radio stations, already has four CPB-funded freelancers on board assisting with reporting and editing.
System/Policy
With branded beers, stations invite new audiences to crack open a cold one
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Three new beers run the gamut of styles and pay tribute to local broadcasters in liquid form.
System/Policy
House passes Iowa PBS public record bill
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Archival footage from Iowa PBS could be used for independent video projects under a bill passed Monday by the Iowa House.
Obituaries
Emilio Delgado, ‘Luis’ for 44 years on ‘Sesame Street,’ dies at 81
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On “Sesame Street,” Delgado was able to build a character who challenged stereotypes. Luis was a business owner, a neighbor, and later a husband and father.
People
Wisconsin Public Radio’s Michael Arnold will resign in April
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“I never thought that I would be part of the Great Resignation, but I am, and it’s actually kind of exciting,” Arnold said.
System/Policy
Spending bill approved by Congress boosts CPB appropriation for 2024
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The legislation also provides $41 million for the Next Generation Warning System grant program at the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
American Public Media
Reorganization at American Public Media Group combines APM, MPR
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Dave Kansas will leave his position as president of American Public Media as part of the restructuring.
Diversity in Public Media
To serve diverse audiences, you can’t walk the walk until you know where you stand
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Almost every public media organization is prioritizing diversity. Yet beyond hiring, what are the next steps for content strategy?