System/Policy
Chicago Public Media announces buyouts
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CPM CEO Melissa Bell called the decision “proactive.”
CapRadio alleges theft in lawsuit against former GM Jun Reina
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The lawsuit against Reina and other unknown defendants seeks at least $900,000 in damages.
People
Comings and goings: NHPR hires CFO, Vermont Public announces host changes …
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Travis Boucher joins New Hampshire Public Radio after working for several hospitals.
Programs/Content
The enduring and accessible legacy of ‘Vegetable Soup,’ a 1970s TV show that embraced cultural diversity
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The show aimed “to help children learn to live together in appreciation of the common humanity of different peoples.”
Engagement
How tech challenges are hindering the practice of engaged journalism
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While tools to engage community members in journalism are growing, they aren’t necessarily designed with the goals of innovative newsrooms in mind. And many of these tools don’t talk to one another.
Programs/Content
New WXPN podcast spotlights Black Americana artists during Black Music Month
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WXPN’s “Artist To Watch: Black Opry Residency” podcast is part of the station’s growing focus on artist development.
People
David Rotterman named CEO for PBS Western Reserve
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Rotterman previously held several executive positions with Buffalo Toronto Public Media.
People
Comings and goings: WABE CCO leaves station, PBS Hawaii announces hires and promotions …
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Scott Woelfel joined WABE in 2020.
System/Policy
St. Louis Public Radio staffers form union after successful vote
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The St. Louis Public Radio Guild formed a union with the Communication Workers of America.
Programs/Content
Friendships forged on TV cooking sets keep ‘Sara’s Weeknight Meals’ on the air
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An expert chef with charisma, a producer who knows how to “corral cats” and an indefatigable marketing pro keep showing TV viewers how to cook and enjoy delicious food.
Programs/Content
Documentary on buffalo soldiers leads slate of PBS-backed projects by emerging filmmakers
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Seattle-based filmmaker Dru Holley produced and directed an hourlong film on the complex history of all-Black Army regiments who came to be known as buffalo soldiers.