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American Geophysical Union hires Rehm, Johnson to head Iowa Pubradio, Vermont creates digital news team and more . . .

By Dru Sefton, Senior Editor | November 20, 2013

AGU is a nonprofit association representing more than 62,000 Earth and space scientists. In her new job, former NPR spokesperson Dana Davis Rehm will work with the union’s staff, members and partners to create and execute integrated content strategies for the organization.

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Lacy bound for HBO, Seiken leaving PBS for UK media giant, and more . . .

By Dru Sefton, Senior Editor | September 24, 2013

Susan Lacy created PBS’s iconic cultural biography series in 1986, and will exit after signing a “very nice multiyear deal” to produce biographical films for the subscription channel’s documentary division.

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NPR Board appoints Haaga as interim chief, announces 10-percent buy-out plan

By Ben Mook and Karen Everhart | September 13, 2013

Paul Haaga, a lawyer and financier who has served as NPR vice chair since last fall, was appointed interim president as the news organization unveiled a major workforce reduction.