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The station’s Youth Power events consisted of public listening sessions that brought in youth activist groups from across the Bay Area so KALW and attendees could “learn about, from them, what they are concerned about for their communities.”
A national survey of music station leaders begins Thursday and continues through March 7.
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Research had found weak brand penetration in the community beyond the station’s existing audience, said GM Judith Smelser.
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The production executive who ascended to CEO in 2021 cited a need to “ease back on work load” in announcing his departure.
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The radio station will also leave three open positions unfilled and save $1 million by ending its RadioActive Youth Media program.