Programs/Content
Survey finds PBS app users want more content, features
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The survey’s findings were presented last week at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference in Atlanta.
Programs/Content
Could daylong themes reverse a drop in listening to news stations?
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Stations could be changing the topic too often for listeners to keep up. What if they tried something different?
People
Jody Hamblett named WUOT GM
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Hamblett formerly led Blue Ridge Public Radio and the Public Radio Program Directors Association.
Development
June CDP Index: In this environment, flat is good
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Among stations measured by the Index, median membership revenue was level with the prior year’s performance.
People
His international reporting trips made Sean Carberry feel alive. Then came the aftermath.
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In his new book, the former public radio reporter recounts his overseas assignments and examines the emotional repercussions.
People
Craig Swagler hired as Your Public Radio GM
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A veteran of CBS Radio, Swagler begins in the role Aug. 1.
People
Julius White named WVAS station manager
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White most recently worked as a reporter for The Black Information Network.
People
CPB CFO and general counsel plan to retire next year
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William Tayman Jr. has been CFO for the corporation since 2006, while Westwood Smithers Jr. joined CPB in 2005.
System/Policy
House subcommittee recommends zeroing out CPB funding for FY26
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The subcommittee bill for Labor-HHS-Education spending also provides no funding for interconnection and infrastructure.
Programs/Content
Vermont Public’s ‘Homegoings’ takes conversations about race to wider audience
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The show will also use video and live elements to explore topics relating to Black culture.
Programs/Content
Science behind ‘creature powers’ gives ‘Wild Kratts’ many angles for exploring the lives of animals
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With an all-new season of TV episodes and upcoming tour of live shows, Martin and Chris Kratt give kids new ways to experience the natural world.
People
Comings and goings: Nashville Public Radio appoints COO, WMHT hires marketing VP …
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Robert Sanchez joined Nashville Public Radio as COO.
Obituaries
Rich Bradley, founder of NPR Illinois and PMJA, dies at 83
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“Rich was instrumental in launching so many journalism careers — including mine,” a colleague said.
Programs/Content
How public media can use AI to reach Latino audiences
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Ethical engagement with artificial intelligence may assist public media in the future.
People
Comings and goings: NHPR hires CFO, Vermont Public announces host changes …
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Travis Boucher joins New Hampshire Public Radio after working for several hospitals.
Programs/Content
The enduring and accessible legacy of ‘Vegetable Soup,’ a 1970s TV show that embraced cultural diversity
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The show aimed “to help children learn to live together in appreciation of the common humanity of different peoples.”
Engagement
How tech challenges are hindering the practice of engaged journalism
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While tools to engage community members in journalism are growing, they aren’t necessarily designed with the goals of innovative newsrooms in mind. And many of these tools don’t talk to one another.
Programs/Content
New WXPN podcast spotlights Black Americana artists during Black Music Month
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WXPN’s “Artist To Watch: Black Opry Residency” podcast is part of the station’s growing focus on artist development.
People
David Rotterman named CEO for PBS Western Reserve
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Rotterman previously held several executive positions with Buffalo Toronto Public Media.