Quick Takes
Star Tribune names longtime ‘Prairie Home’ employee as Keillor whistleblower
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The disclosure triggered an investigation by MPR that found Keillor had engaged in unwanted physical contact and inappropriate incidents.
Programs/Content
‘Prairie Home Companion’ gets new name
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MPR gave up legal rights to the ‘Prairie Home’ name when it terminated its contracts with former host Garrison Keillor.
Programs/Content
Thile courts programmers with ‘Prairie Home’ performance at PRPD
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The new host gave a preview to program directors with a mix of new and old elements.
Programs/Content
What’s Chris Thile planning? New ‘Prairie Home’ host shares vision for show
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Producer American Public Media is hoping to pull off a “Leno to Fallon” transition with the host.
Quick Takes
‘Prairie Home’ host announces new house band
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Two members are in Thile’s band Punch Brothers.