Programs/Content
NEPM, Latino Newsletter team up for election-focused media training
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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
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“Sometimes, the most valuable insights come from looking beyond our immediate environment.”
System/Policy
How a revamped Public Broadcasting Act would help public media fill news deserts
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A former CPB board member argues that updating the Act could be a boon for smaller stations.
People
Chuck Roberts named CEO of Lakeshore Public Media
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Roberts previously led West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Programs/Content
‘Roadshow’ podcast focuses on stories that make you go ‘Wow, really?’
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“Detours,” which just released its third season, digs deeper into stories behind memorable appraisals.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘World Capitals’
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Your knowledge of NPR podcasts will help you complete our latest public media crossword.
System/Policy
KSQD seeks expansion with purchase of radio signals
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The broadcaster is buying a station and translator from Educational Media Foundation.
People
Comings and goings: WLRN selects news staffers, Vermont Public hires for digital team …
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WLRN promoted Caitie Muñoz and Jessica Bakeman while also hiring a breaking news editor.
People
WSKG appoints Natasha Thompson as CEO
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Thompson formerly led the Food Bank of the Southern Tier.
Programs/Content
NPR’s State of the Union coverage aims to reach listeners who navigate the world in two languages
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“We are doing this para la gente,” says Erika Aguilar, EP of “Morning Edition.” “That feels really good and gives you purpose.”
Programs/Content
Stations seek alternatives as ITVS plans to shut down OVEE platform
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ITVS will deactivate the streaming platform at the end of June.
People
Anthony Padgett will leave SCETV to lead WOSU Public Media
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Padgett will succeed Ronnie Agnew, who left the station last year after a brief tenure.