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From alligator clips to high-speed internet: the past, present and future of remote work at NPR
While the pandemic has accelerated the pace of change and increased the sheer number of people working remotely, NPR has had at least some remote workers for nearly its entire existence.Longtime WAMC CEO Alan Chartock retires
"It’s time to let a new crop of leaders take the helm," Chartock said.How pubmedia is navigating the pros and cons of remote work
New workplace norms are giving employees greater flexibility, while leaders are learning to manage remote teams and build community.
Visiting Egypt, a reporter (and avid baker) reflects on bread and democracy
In an excerpt from his new book, former public media journalist Tony Ganzer finds parallels between bread and journalism on a reporting trip to Egypt. (Don't miss the recipe.)Michael Couzens, 'champion' of community broadcasting, dies at 76
“He could help stations that very few other lawyers who were with firms could afford to do.”James Dunford appointed CEO of American Public Television
Dunford is currently SVP of station services for PBS.
Facing closure, antenna maker Shively finds a buyer
A major supplier of FM antennas and transmission equipment to public radio stations will remain in business under new ownership.Documentary tells story of Fanny, an unsung all-girl band that's still rocking after 50 years
Airing Monday on PBS, "Fanny: The Right to Rock" examines what it meant to be women — some of whom were queer and/or Filipino-American — struggling for respect at a time when a girl with a guitar was still considered a novelty.Comings and goings: NPR announces National Desk changes, CPB hires director for Next Generation Warning System …
Cheryl Corley was named Midwest bureau chief for NPR.Crosscut Union vows to challenge newsroom restructuring plan
Cascade Public Media described the reorganization as a pivot to produce more multimedia journalism.How Nebraska's long-running gardening show 'Backyard Farmer' has taken root on social media
"Being in the digital space has allowed us to promote how plants and people connect," says Terri James, the show's social media coordinator.Advice for public radio stations: why we can’t keep treating digital members like radio listeners
What does “digital membership” mean, and how does it differ from how public radio has traditionally thought about membership?April CDP Index: Station focus on Passport acquisition is paying off
CDP's latest analysis of fundraising data finds "cause for cautious optimism" in recent new donor trends.Meet the first-ever editor for Latino audiences at NPR
“The weight of coverage shouldn’t have to fall on the shoulders of a select few, but rather on the organization as a whole. I am here to make sure of that.”Current Crossword: 'Going Online'
This month's puzzle is taking you beyond broadcast.
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