Programs/Content
Why public media needs to let younger decision-makers call the shots
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To attract millennials and Gen Z, people under 40 need to be in the room, says media analyst Evan Shapiro.
Ted Cruz questions NPR about foundation funding in letter to CEO
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“What precautions does NPR take, if any, to ensure that financial contributions from its donors do not impact its editorial decisions?” Cruz asked.
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Programs/Content
PBS highlights news documentaries, arts programming at Television Critics Association tour
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An upcoming “Frontline” documentary looks at the reaction to the Israel-Hamas war on college campuses.
State senator threatens public broadcasting funding over film about LGBTQ+ Kansans
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“No Place Like Home: The Struggle Against Hate in Kansas” aired on Topeka and Kansas City PBS stations last year.
System/Policy
KDHX faces leadership challenge amid dispute over station’s direction
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Community members and former station DJs are continuing to protest a rash of host dismissals at the St. Louis radio station.
System/Policy
Former WLRN host files discrimination claim
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Carlos Frías had hosted the show “Sundial,” which was canceled Feb. 2.
People
Comings and goings: Former Vermont Public CEO joins Center for Community News, NPR announces changes on National Desk …
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Scott Finn will help public media stations work with student-created journalism outlets at colleges and universities.
Programs/Content
Use these tips to boost your staff’s on-air confidence
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Effective feedback isn’t about “fixing flaws,” it’s about encouraging growth.
Development
‘In the third half of our show’: ‘Car Talk’, Audience 98 and the value of programming
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It’s time to start getting and sharing answers to key economic questions about the radio and digital content we’re offering audiences.
People
Steve Youngwood steps down as CEO of Sesame Workshop
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Youngwood has led the nonprofit children’s media organization since January 2021.
People
Comings and goings: NPR ‘founding mother’ Linda Wertheimer retires, WMFE staffs new program …
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Linda Wertheimer has been with NPR since 1971.
Tech
Shortage of engineers poses technical challenge for pubmedia stations
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The challenges facing the future of broadcast engineering are multifaceted and require a comprehensive strategy to ensure the industry’s sustainability.