Programs/Content
NPR adds hosts to newsmags
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“Morning Edition” and “All Things Considered” will each feature four hosts.
People
Measured words, sharp instincts propelled Robert Siegel’s NPR career
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After co-hosting “All Things Considered” for 30 years, the veteran broadcaster prepares to sign off.
Programs/Content
NPR’s Kelly will replace Siegel as ‘ATC’ co-host
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Meanwhile, Kelly McEvers will leave the show to continue work with the podcast “Embedded.”
"Made Possible By..." Podcast
‘Made Possible By…’ #5: NPR founder Jack Mitchell
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Mitchell was the first employee of NPR and the first producer of “All Things Considered.”
People
Robert Siegel to leave ‘All Things Considered’ host chair
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Siegel will step down in January.
Quick Takes
NEH grants include funds to preserve ‘All Things Considered’
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NPR receives $315,000 for the project.
Programs/Content
Orchestra’s live soundtrack to ‘All Things Considered’ merged old-school with high-tech
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The National Symphony Orchestra’s guest spot on “ATC” mingled Facebook Live with a gambit from radio’s Golden Age.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #79: The life and music of Don Voegeli, ‘All Things Considered’ theme composer
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Why hasn’t anyone heard of the author of one of the most famous and enduring pieces of theme music ever written?
System/Policy
NPR, stations credit audience gains to range of factors
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Election news, network and station efforts, and a change in Nielsen technology could all be contributing.