System/Policy
FCC chair requests investigation into NPR, PBS underwriting
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In a letter to CEOs of both organizations, Chairman Brendan Carr wrote that some underwriting announcements may “cross the line” into advertising.
LAist expands news coverage through CBS Los Angeles partnership
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The partnership gives LAist access to CBS Los Angeles’ live newscasts, online livestreams and press conference coverage.
Programs/Content
How DocScale helps filmmakers and stations measure impact of their work
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A media evaluation tool developed by ITVS gives producers new insights on issues that audiences want to talk about.
People
Comings and goings: NPR makes changes to its politics team, WKAR appoints two senior managers …
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Megan Pratz left Cheddar News to join NPR as political editor.
Crosswords
Current Crossword: ‘Deciphered’
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The name of a popular NPR podcast is key to solving our latest puzzle.
Programs/Content
Maryland Public Television provides free audio of public affairs programs to radio stations
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The MPT Regional Radio Service is distributing content to public and commercial stations.
People
NPR adds two co-hosts to ‘Planet Money’
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Jeff Guo and Nick Fountain join six other co-hosts on the economics show.
Development
WITF backs CDP as strategic investor alongside GBH
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The Pennsylvania station wanted to “secure the foundation” of CDP’s technology buildout, according to a spokesperson.
People
Comings and goings: NPR appoints staff for disinformation team, WAMU hires CCO …
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Brett Neely will be supervising editor for NPR’s disinformation team.
System/Policy
Cincinnati Public Radio buys property for new headquarters
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The $26 million construction project creates space for public events, podcast creators and a growing newsroom.
System/Policy
Pennsylvania’s public TV stations go another year without state funding
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Gov. Tom Wolf had proposed restoring state support for the stations this year, but the legislature declined.