System/Policy
Stanley Nelson, John Oliver among WGA members petitioning stations for fair freelancer contracts
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The petition accuses GBH, WNET Group and PBS SoCal of delaying their response to the union’s demands.
The potential of AI voices: transforming news delivery and engagement
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With advancements from OpenAI and Meta, newsrooms may adapt and build new features to enhance the reader and listener experience.
Programs/Content
Radio stations have ample opportunity to boost listening
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Whether news, music or multiformat, a station can zero in on underperforming programs.
Quick Takes
Eight New England broadcasters form CPB-backed collaboration
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The collaborative will report on regional topics like climate, energy, transportation and immigration.
Programs/Content
Podcasts tied to TV shows pave way for larger strategy at WGBH
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Podcasts such as Masterpiece Studio and Antiques Roadshow have given WGBH “a running start” in pushing into the medium.
Jobs
Tips for creating a more diverse workplace — or joining one
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Build networks, move quickly and spruce up that resume.
Stations
Religious broadcaster buys Houston classical station
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KSBJ Educational Foundation paid $10 million for the station.
System/Policy
Station leaders share their pitches for members of Congress
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Attendees at the APTS Public Media Summit gave a preview of their talking points.
Programs/Content
How the New York Times’ ‘Modern Love’ became a hit podcast
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Essays from a popular column read by the famous and talented prove a recipe for success.
Awards
APTS awards include new Pillar of Public Service honor
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The winner of the inaugural Pillar of Public Service Award is Wisconsin Public TV’s Malcolm Brett.
Tech
Station avoids major harm from ransomware attack, but threat is real
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Infiltration of a broadcast server could prompt a total shutdown.
Quick Takes
Knight Prototype Fund supports INN, ‘This American Life’ projects
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Each grantee will receive $35,000.