People
He drove them crazy, but reporters will miss ‘unstoppable’ NPR arts editor Tom Cole
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Retiring this week after 33 years at the network, Cole tested journalists’ patience but stood out as a devoted advocate for their work.
Pubcasters urge FCC to offer ‘flexibility’ on proposed foreign government sponsorship rules
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The FCC has signaled its intent to make broadcasters consistently identify when programs have received financial support from a foreign government.
Programs/Content
As mob breached Capitol, Lisa Desjardins ‘took a moment to really calm myself’ during long day of coverage
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The “NewsHour” correspondent crouched behind a barrier and continued reporting as police confronted rioters near the balcony of the House chamber.
Programs/Content
Why parents are celebrating the departure of PBS’ ‘Caillou’
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“Pretty much everything on PBS is better than ‘Caillou.'”
People
NPR appoints Leora Hanser as development chief
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“Her twenty-year career has been driven by a passion for public service, in pursuit of equity and equality for all,” said CEO John Lansing.
People
Comings and goings: Richard Bland named VP at WETA, Hawaii Public Radio shuffles newsroom …
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Bland most recently worked as COO for the Washington National Cathedral.
System/Policy
10 things public media should forget and consider in 2021
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Will public media emerge stronger from the pandemic? It’s too early to answer that question, but this is a perfect moment for self-examination.
People
Chuck Holmes leaves WBHM to lead humanities organization
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“I depart knowing that WBHM is in eminently skilled hands,” Holmes told staff.
People
New book memorializes work of NPR photographer David Gilkey
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The photojournalist’s “unique talent” was capturing images of humanity amid deadly conflicts.
System/Policy
Relief bill would give university licensees access to PPP loans
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Hundreds of previously ineligible stations would have access to the financial assistance if the bill is signed into law.
System/Policy
After union win, staffers at MPR’s The Current seek to address ‘identity crisis’
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Current and former employees of the Triple A station say they’re troubled by a lack of staff diversity and a clear mission statement, as well as “tension between who we are and who we’re allowed to be.”
System/Policy
CPB receives FY23 raise, denied emergency relief
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The corporation, which had sought $50 million in increased appropriations, got a $10 million bump.