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.
System/Policy
Former public media employees describe the burnout and frustration that drove them away
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As stress, workplace culture and other factors drive people out, stations increasingly struggle to find and keep staffers.
People
Comings and goings: NPR shuffles correspondents, CRB Classical hires and promotes staffers …
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Frank Langfitt is leaving his London-based reporting position, which will be taken over by Lauren Frayer.
Programs/Content
How pubmedia can build relationships with teens and tweens
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A new study from Sesame Workshop draws on lessons from project leaders and youth alumni.
System/Policy
Reveal staffers seek union recognition
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“Once recognized, we look forward to negotiating with management to ensure all eligible members are in-unit,” the employees said.
Tech
Public radio engineers await fate of major antenna maker
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The potential sale of Shively Labs, one of the country’s only major manufacturers of high-power FM broadcast antennas, is causing concern among public radio engineers who depend on the company for challenging projects.
People
Trina Cutter to retire from PBS Western Reserve
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“I am rewiring more than retiring,” said Cutter, who plans to relocate to North Carolina.
Programs/Content
PBS to launch multiplatform climate initiative in April
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“Chasing Carbon Zero,” which looks at goals to eliminate carbon pollution within the United States, is one of two “Nova” films that lead Climate Across America.
People
Sally Jo Fifer to leave ITVS
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Fifer has led the San Francisco–based organization since 2001.