Programs/Content
New preschool series aims to teach coding skills
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“Mia & Codie,” a public TV show from the creator of “WordWorld,” combines computational thinking and socioemotional learning.
American Public Media Group shuffles leadership
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Chandra Kavati is now SVP of business development and president of American Public Media.
"Made Possible By..." Podcast
‘Made Possible By…’ #6: Jennifer Lawson on public television as a tool for equality
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The longtime public broadcasting leader relates how she came to the field through the civil rights movement.
Larry Bennett: My job is to support ‘rebalancing of the social process’
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“One of the functions of culture is to help us assign meaning and thereby establish values. If we wish to rebalance our social process, we must act within the cultural arena.”
System/Policy
PBS39 adds programming with donation of WYBE license
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The stations will share PBS39’s spectrum starting Jan. 5 until the FCC approves the license transfer.
Programs/Content
Citing allegations, WBUR and licensee put Tom Ashbrook on leave
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WBUR and licensee Boston University have hired an outside organization to investigate.
Programs/Content
PBS removes Keillor segment from upcoming ‘Finding Your Roots’
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A segment with actress Maya Rudolph will replace Keillor.
System/Policy
After funding cuts, WVPB plans to close TV studio
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The West Virginia network estimates it will save $100,000 annually with the shutdown.
Programs/Content
CUNY seeks to fill gap left by closure of New America Media
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The university’s journalism school is exploring how it can expand on its work with ethnic and community media.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #104: Terry Gross turns the tables
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Hear a wide-ranging conversation with the “Fresh Air” host about the big issues facing public media.
System/Policy
WNYC places two hosts on leave for allegations of inappropriate conduct
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The station is investigating claims against hosts Leonard Lopate and Jonathan Schwartz.
People
PBS Board elects leaders, Martin to step down at KALW and more comings and goings
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The PBS Board also seated several new members.