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With the growth in sustainer giving since the end of the recession, both radio and television may find themselves in a position to ride out the pandemic with some stability.
Tyler Falk, Reporter | The station is anticipating a reduction in state funding.
Public media’s largest and smallest newsrooms find that coverage shaped by listeners and readers invites more participation and builds trust.
Julian Wyllie, Reporter | The network reduced its staff headcount by about 6%.
Grace Vitaglione, Former Editorial Intern | With social distancing making in-person conversations difficult, stations are turning to online platforms to engage with audiences around issues of race and policing.