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Public media and the coronavirus

Current’s coverage of how public media is reporting on and responding to the global pandemic. Do you have a question, or do you want to share information? Email us at news@current.org.

Development

How to recalibrate and press ahead with public media fundraising

By Michal Heiplik, EVP and Co-Founder (Contributor Development Partnership) | March 24, 2020

As donors reassess giving priorities during these uncertain times, we must emphasize our time-tested values and service to local communities.

Programs/Content

Stuck at home, 94-year-old DJ keeps the music playing

By Tyler Falk, Reporter | March 20, 2020

A volunteer DJ and a station manager teamed up to keep swing jazz on the air in Colorado.

System/Policy

Tech tools and guidelines to help public media staff work from home

By Alison Scholly, Managing Director (Public Media Company) | March 20, 2020

A veteran of remote work shares advice on how to quickly set up a dislocated team.

Programs/Content

How public service media is rising to the coronavirus crisis

By Julie Drizin, Executive Director | March 18, 2020

We’re tracking the programs, collaborations, events and initiatives prompted by the pandemic.

Programs/Content

WXPN postpones annual Non-Commvention

By Tyler Falk, Reporter | March 17, 2020

The event was scheduled for May.