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Early gay radio group donates collection to public broadcasting archives
Gays & Lesbians in Public Radio, which was active from the late 1980s to the mid-’90s, was a small but dedicated group.Baltimore mayor bans WYPR reporter from press conferences
The ban extends throughout the mayor’s term, which ends in December.Rick Steves speaks out for marijuana legalization in Massachusetts
State voters face a referendum Nov. 8.
NPR, WXPN partnership will provide music coverage from Nashville
The partnership looks to explore the “depth and diversity” of Music City and the South.Nearly 500 theaters to present ‘Newtown’ film and discussion
Newtown Live: A National Conversation will be moderated by CNN anchor Chris Cuomo.Public radio provides “lifeline,” direction for renowned lawyer Dickie Scruggs
Listening to public radio while doing time connected Dickie Scruggs to the outside world and his former life.
Latest Radiotopia fundraiser promotes brand over shows
Public Radio Exchange is trying to build the network’s brand to benefit all shows regardless of audience size.NPR music librarian Robert Goldstein dies at 66
Colleagues remember “the unassuming, behind-the-scenes guy who got things done.”Transmedia journalism expands storytelling for deeper impact
The emerging production model plays to public media’s strengths: robust distribution on broadcast and online platforms, high-quality content and talented professionals who can adapt to new opportunities.Humanities scholars bring new perspectives to nonprofit media
The deadline for host organizations to apply this year is Oct. 18.‘The Pub’ #79: The life and music of Don Voegeli, ‘All Things Considered’ theme composer
Why hasn't anyone heard of the author of one of the most famous and enduring pieces of theme music ever written?Tennessee radio station WMOT brings hometown sound to Nashville
The station has partnered with a local production company to introduce an Americana format.APTS signs Homeland Security agreement to provide datacasting
Datacasting enables secure transmission of voice, text, files, images and video over broadcast television signals to first responders.PRSS equips stations with metadata technology for emergency messaging
CPB is giving PRSS $66,000 for the project.To prosper amid coming disruptions, public television needs a post-auction agenda
To prepare for the restructuring of broadcast television, public TV leaders must develop a coherent strategy for investing in innovation and public service.
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