System/Policy
North Dakota House passes bill to end funding for Prairie Public
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House Bill 1255 would bar any “state officer” from spending “state funds or federal funds … to directly or indirectly support public broadcasting.”
DOD dismisses NPR, other outlets from Pentagon office spaces
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The outlets can reportedly continue to attend briefings.
Tech
New tech promises better signals, more interactivity and data options for pubcasters
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At the NAB Show, broadcast tech companies rolled out FM boosters that enable “zonecasting” and previewed the next-generation capabilities they’re developing for HD Radio.
People
Comings and goings: Catherine Levene joins NPR’s board as public director, PBS announces 10 contestants in ‘The Great American Recipe’ …
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Levene most recently worked as president of the National Media Group at Meredith Corporation.
Programs/Content
Governor’s decision gives ‘Ear Hustle’ host a chance at freedom
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Rahsaan “New York” Thomas’ appointment with a parole board could bring him an early release from prison.
Crosswords
Current Crossword: ‘Eclectic Mix’
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This month’s crossword with a public media theme has something for everyone.
Programs/Content
Expansion of Nashville Public Radio prioritizes staff diversity with goals to better serve growing city
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With launch of “This is Nashville,” WPLN aims to deliver coverage that’s “driven by the community, for the community.”
People
Phil Meyer named CEO for Southern Oregon PBS
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Meyer most recently worked as a consultant for P3 Public Media.
Programs/Content
Five stations selected for Ready to Learn podcast accelerator
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The program gives stations “the opportunity to explore innovative ways to help parents and children learn together,” said CPB’s Debra Tica Sanchez.
System/Policy
NPR, former employee settle discrimination suit
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A former NPR technician filed the lawsuit in 2020.
People
Comings and goings: Neal Carruth leaves NPR for Freakonomics Radio, Ben Calhoun exits ‘This American Life’ for ‘The Daily’ …
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Carruth helped create NPR’s daily news podcast “Up First” as senior director of on-demand news programming.
Programs/Content
NPR, LAist Studios partner to launch audio incubator for Latinx creators
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The partners have committed to “further development opportunities” for at least one creator.