System/Policy
Alaska Public Media to expand broadcast reach through acquisition of TV station
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The station, previously a CBS affiliate, reaches more than 85,000 viewers in southern Anchorage.
StoryCorps’ union rallies for reversal of layoffs
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The CWA unit representing StoryCorps workers is challenging how management handled recent layoffs, alleging retaliation.
Quick Takes
Community group to take over WAMU bluegrass service
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Supporters organized to create a foundation to preserve the broadcast service for music lovers in metropolitan D.C.
Programs/Content
WNYC event series uses essays to frame discussions about race
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“Dear President: What You Need to Know About Race” brings together unlikely pairings of speakers for micro-conversations about black experiences with racism.
Podcasting
Illinois station develops hit true crime podcast
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“Suspect Convictions” has been downloaded more than 600,000 times since its launch this month.
Development
Knight Foundation report: Public radio needs to work harder to adopt digital-first orientation
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“From Airwaves to Earbuds: Lessons From Knight Investments in Digital Audio and Podcasting,” finds that the public radio system is “not yet well positioned for audience-first, digital delivery.”
Programs/Content
MPT film on opioid addiction to air regionally on commercial stations
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A newspaper coalition representing more than 100 publications and wire services also will cover the topic.
Development
Knight News Match raises more than $1.2 million
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“This is yet another sign that the public is willing to pay for quality journalism,” said Jennifer Preston, Knight Foundation’s VP of journalism.
Quick Takes
Third Coast offers Radio Residency for audio producers
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The one-week program is open to all who identify themselves as part of an under-represented group in public radio and podcasting.
Quick Takes
Report on journalists’ deaths proposes changes to NPR’s editorial procedures
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The audit concludes with 12 observations and recommendations.
Programs/Content
Indiana stations work out system for sharing ‘ATC’ host
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The arrangement between WFYI and WBAA is expected to free other newsroom staff to report and produce more feature stories.
Quick Takes
New training will help digital staffers polish their skills
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The Digital Immersion Project will provide training, workshops and mentorships.