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Radio leaders applaud NPR’s Mohn for commitment to stations, look to successor to continue efforts
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Mohn’s commitment to stations at NPR “is ingrained in that organization as a strategic imperative,” said one station GM.
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Mohn’s commitment to stations at NPR “is ingrained in that organization as a strategic imperative,” said one station GM.
Mohn will continue to work with NPR as president emeritus, building relationships with donors.
The board also heard messages of support for CEO Jarl Mohn.
Jarl Mohn also disclosed new incidents of misconduct from NPR’s former news chief.
Meanwhile, CEO Jarl Mohn has told employees he is aiming for a “culture shift” at the network.
Jarl Mohn said NPR is hiring an outside law firm to investigate the network’s handling of sexual harassment allegations against former news VP Michael Oreskes.
Jarl Mohn was released from the hospital last week.
Speaking in the aftermath of the election, Rehm urged public radio to listen “better and harder to those to whom we have never listened before.”
NPR’s Spark initiative aimed to boost audience for Morning Edition and will focus next on All Things Considered.