Programs/Content
NEPM, Latino Newsletter team up for election-focused media training
|
Journalist Julio Ricardo Varela is guiding high school students as they report on the Latino vote in western Massachusetts.
What public radio can learn from pro wrestling’s loyal fan base
|
“Sometimes, the most valuable insights come from looking beyond our immediate environment.”
System/Policy
CPB requests additional $175M in emergency funds from Congress
|
If CPB receives the funds, it would bring its emergency support from the government to $250 million.
System/Policy
Station leaders share insights into pandemic response
|
The leaders of KUT and KERA spoke about how they’re managing the crisis in a webinar produced by Current, Greater Public, Public Radio Program Directors and the Public Media Journalists Association.
Featured in Category
WBEZ’s Jenn White named host of ‘1A’
|
White will succeed founding host Joshua Johnson.
System/Policy
NPR, union agree to cuts to employee pay, benefits
|
NPR is taking additional steps to cut costs in response to financial challenges.
Programs/Content
Stations respond to quickening drumbeat of mental health needs in their communities
|
“We are seeing pent-up demand from people seeking safe and trusted spaces for conversations about mental health,” says Babette Apland of APM’s Call to Mind.
Programs/Content
Convergence of technology, pandemic and archives brings silver lining for classical fans
|
Classical stations take note: A trove of Berlin Philharmonic performances offers a novel approach for kindling music appreciation and growing classical lovers.
Development
Why premiums can be too much of a good thing — especially now
|
There’s a window of opportunity to bank as much revenue as possible. Eliminating your use of premiums in digital giving is a clear path in that direction.
Programs/Content
PBS fast-tracks ‘American Portrait’ special on coronavirus
|
The half-hour program, airing May 8, presents stories of people on the front lines.
People
Holly Groschner retires as CEO of Vermont PBS
|
COO Steve Ferreira was named interim CEO while the board leads the search for a successor.
Programs/Content
‘On Being’ distribution will move to WNYC Studios
|
“The vision and breadth of WNYC’s portfolio feels like a good fit for what ‘On Being’ has become,” a spokesperson said.