System/Policy
Looking for the helpers? That’s all of us
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You can donate to support public media colleagues who are recovering from the devastation of L.A.’s wildfires.
Programs/Content
Inaugural PBS diversity report highlights BIPOC contributions to programming
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The network said that in fiscal year 2021, 51% of its nationally programmed prime-time schedule “included diverse on-screen talent; was produced, written or directed by diverse makers; and/or explored diversity-related topics.”
Development
The power of partnerships, promotion and pledge to drive revenue
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The way we make connections that lead to support is just as important as the way we connect through great content.
System/Policy
Grants to Colorado radio stations will aid community engagement, elevate Indigenous voices
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The Colorado Media Project grants will support initiatives at Rocky Mountain Community Radio, KSJD and KSUT.
System/Policy
WTTW technicians strike amid concerns over threats to job duties
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A WTTW spokesperson said the station is ready to return to negotiations and has not received a request to do so.
Programs/Content
WNET Group acquires podcast about antisemitic broadcaster Father Charles Coughlin
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“I thought it was incredible the way the story was told and how things we’re seeing today are encapsulated in this man’s story,” says Judy Greenspan, director of multiplatform initiatives for the New York–based producing station.
System/Policy
WVIK to separate news and classical formats
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The audience for midday classical music has been declining for the past five years, according to GM Jay Pearce.
System/Policy
How PBS Kansas regained its footing in Wichita
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Under CEO Victor Hogstrom, the public TV station has doubled its revenue, ramped up local productions and financed the purchase and renovation of a new headquarters.
Development
GBH establishes Kids Catalyst Fund supporting educational media for children
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The fund, which will seek donations in perpetuity, will also back community-based initiatives and research aimed at providing equitable and inclusive access to curriculum-based content.
Development
Urban Alternative station prepares to release audio NFTs in collaboration with emerging artists
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Rocky Mountain Public Media’s The Drop is experimenting with direct licensing for independent musicians by creating an NFT playlist.