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APM plans sale of ‘Brains On!’ podcasts, cuts 15 positions
“This is not the outcome we hoped for,” APM President Chandra Kavati said.Empathy machines: ‘This American Life’ and the public radio structure of feeling
The concept of the “empathy machine” is a useful way to think about the very particular relationship to talking about feelings pioneered ...New EEOC guidance axes diversity provision in NPR union contract
The agreement had required that at least 30% of external candidates interviewed for open bargaining unit positions be from underrepresented groups.Analysis finds most station boards fall short in reflecting community diversity
We reviewed FCC data for 205 licensees to see how their boards compared to local demographics.PMJA report points to shortcomings in newsroom diversity efforts
Lack of diversity in leadership was a constant refrain in responses to the association’s 2023 online survey.How KOTO’s Luis Tavares bridges information gaps for Telluride’s Latino community
"I believe inclusion is one of those things that doesn't happen very often," says the station's Spanish-language news reporter and Latino community ...NPR data shows staff diversity holding steady as voluntary turnover improves
The NPR board’s DEI and development committees met last week to discuss diversity data and digital fundraising.How ‘Radio Ambulante’ is sparking connections with in-person Listening Clubs
Radio Ambulante Studios received funding this year to convene new Listening Clubs focused on issues of importance to Latino voters.How KUER’s new station fills a media gap for Utah Latinos
Avanza's goal “is to be not only a radio station but a community resource,” says Program Manager Edgar Zuniga.Children’s podcast clubs grow membership for WBUR, Vermont Public
A new membership program for Vermont Public’s "But Why" children’s podcast is bringing in new donors.A Latina leads change in D.C. journalism
Teresa Frontado on her arc from public media to community-focused nonprofit news.Ear Hustle’s new audio space is just the first step in a bigger plan
The studio at the California Institution for Women will bring more incarcerated women’s voices to the podcast — and kickstart an ambitious ...How DEI councils can help public media manage change and retain staff
Effective DEI councils can help organizations reduce turnover and achieve other key performance indicators.How NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe is changing the sound of public radio
Rascoe has brought a fresh, relatable perspective to her role as the host of "Weekend Edition Sunday," and listeners are responding.The importance of Employee Resource Groups and how to create one at your station
Employee Resource Groups can help to amplify underrepresented voices, promote education and break down barriers within your organization.
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