System/Policy
What public radio can learn from pro wrestling’s loyal fan base
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“Sometimes, the most valuable insights come from looking beyond our immediate environment.”
Blue Ridge Public Radio adapts to needs of region ravaged by Helene
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After the hurricane wiped out infrastructure across western North Carolina, BPR focused on basic information, such as road outages and where to get drinking water.
System/Policy
CPB IG advises return of $422,000 for American Graduate
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KETC President Jack Galmiche “strongly disagreed” with the IG’s finding.
Quick Takes
WNYC to offer ‘Freakonomics’ as weekly radio show
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The program aired on 130 stations during limited five-episode offerings.
System/Policy
Departure of Chris Satullo prompts questions about future of news operation at WHYY
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Employees are concerned in the wake of the WHYY news chief’s sudden resignation.
System/Policy
Film festival aims to raise profile of investigative journalism
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Films such as Spotlight will show investigative reporters at work.
People
Rhode Island Public Radio hires Torey Malatia as president
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Malatia was formerly c.e.o. of WBEZ in Chicago.
Programs/Content
How an Illinois radio station confronted racial issues in its community
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The unrest in Ferguson, Mo., prompted WGLT to take a closer look at the experience of African-Americans in Bloomington and Normal, Ill.
Programs/Content
Detroit Public TV expands niche programming with National Book Festival coverage
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Book View Now will provide live coverage of the event in Washington, D.C., this weekend.
HD Radio
Creator of HD Radio will be acquired for $172 million
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The deal is expected to close later this year.
People
Tweets fly at ‘NewsHour’ co-host for remark on Iran nuclear deal
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After criticism, Gwen Ifill elaborated on three words she attached to a White House retweet.
Programs/Content
Engaging audience around digital distraction lands fellowship for young WNYC producer
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Ariana Tobin used “Bored and Brilliant” to draw out listeners’ feelings about being overwhelmed by information.