Development
Public media: facing challenges, building our future
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“My view is that public media has a solid pathway forward. I want to share the reasons for my optimism.”
Obituaries
George Walker, WFIU classical music host for more than 50 years, dies at 81
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Walker’s career in radio broadcasting may have set a record for continuous tenure at one station, according to colleagues.
Programs/Content
How Kartemquin Films and public broadcasting built a legacy of democratic storytelling
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Since Kartemquin’s founding in 1966, public broadcasting came to be the production company’s most dependable ally, and sometimes its savior.
System/Policy
Pubcasters connect with audiences, celebrate anniversaries with brewery partnerships
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Nine PBS and WHYY are celebrating their 70th anniversaries with branded ales, while Alabama’s WBHM is engaging community members with its Top of the Hour Sour.
People
Stacey Decker to lead Nebraska Public Media
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Decker is currently SVP of innovation and systems strategy at CPB.
Tech
How AI and immersive tech can transform storytelling in public media
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The single most important thing to do in 2024 is to set your organization up for data success.
Programs/Content
Rocky Mountain Public Media initiative connects Colorado newsrooms with communities
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Above the Noise aims to deepen connections between local residents and community reporters.
People
A Latina leads change in D.C. journalism
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Teresa Frontado on her arc from public media to community-focused nonprofit news.
System/Policy
NPR’s Katherine Maher tackles big questions about public media’s role
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In a PMDMC keynote, Maher described building a “common national fabric” for civic dialogue and defining what audiences want.
Tech
How nonprofit news outlets are using AI to save time and money
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Drafting fundraising emails, scraping databases, translating stories and aggregating links in newsletters are just a few ways nonprofit news outlets are using AI.
Obituaries
John Lansing, former CEO of NPR, dies at 67
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Lansing, who steered NPR through the pandemic, retired earlier this year.
People
Comings and goings: PBS North Carolina CTO retires, Connecticut Public announces changes …
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Fred Engel, whose started his first job in public media in 1978, is retiring.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘Astronomical Success’
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Our latest crossword puzzle will send you to outer space.
Programs/Content
How LGBT programs have fared in pubmedia, from ‘American Family’ to today’s challenges
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While documentaries and other programs about LGBT issues are still being made, producers attribute the decline of such shows to the growth of gay representation in other media and a shift in the political climate.
System/Policy
New York Public Radio will cut at least 8% of staff
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“Despite our best efforts to contain costs and grow our revenue, we continue to face severe financial headwinds,” said CEO LaFontaine Oliver.
Tech
How AI tools could be used to reimagine live audio
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By allowing for piloting and experimentation with AI tools, you can better understand how they can help streamline workflows, prevent crises and enable your team to focus more on creative and strategic aspects of production.
Programs/Content
Ear Hustle’s new audio space is just the first step in a bigger plan
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The studio at the California Institution for Women will bring more incarcerated women’s voices to the podcast — and kickstart an ambitious training program.
System/Policy
Former CapRadio GM Jun Reina allegedly received more than $450,000 in unsupported payments, according to new report
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A CapRadio reporter reviewed an unredacted version of a forensic analysis released Aug. 5.
People
Clint Schaff takes over as KUAF GM
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Schaff previously led the development of LA Times Studios.
Development
July CDP Index: Modest rally in key areas results in soft landing for FY24
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Membership revenue is up, driven by high-dollar gifts and consistent increases in sustainers and Passport users.