People
How Nina Totenberg handled the ‘volcano’ set off by covering Anita Hill’s sexual harassment charges
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In an excerpt from her new memoir, Totenberg reflects on the explosive impact of covering “a phenomenon that had gone largely ignored.”
System/Policy
KERA acquisition will shore up long-running Denton newspaper
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The Dallas station is looking to expand its portfolio of news collaborations.
Programs/Content
GBH launches U.S. History Collection as resource for educators
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“We’re not telling students what to think,” said Seeta Pai, executive director of education at GBH. “At the end of the day we really want to support teachers teaching students how to think.”
People
Nancy Barnes, SVP of news, to leave NPR
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“Now is the right time for me to pursue some other opportunities,” Barnes said.
System/Policy
NPR board approves FY23 budget with $17M investment in the NPR Network
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The deficit budget includes 30 new staff positions to support the NPR Network, a collaboration between NPR and member stations on digital initiatives.
Local That Works
Five finalists to compete for $20,000 Local that Works grand prize
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Each finalist will present their project at a virtual Grand Finale in November.
Engagement
How organizing a Photo Walk can build community and engage your audience
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The collaborative gatherings can generate content before, during and long after the event while growing trust and creating lasting connections.
Programs/Content
With Film Academy, WQED prepares students for careers in digital media
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Acquisition of a teen workforce-development program has helped fill a gap in the Pittsburgh station’s educational programming.
System/Policy
WHRO beefs up investigative coverage with nonprofit newsroom acquisition
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WHRO Public Media is looking to expand its newsroom’s capabilities by taking on the Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism.