Programs/Content
Where friends disagree, agreeably: How ‘The McLaughlin Group’ returned to television
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“The McLaughlin Group” is expanding its national reach through public TV, podcasts, commercial radio and YouTube.
History of public media
New exhibit takes visitors behind the scenes of Maryland Public Television’s 50-year history
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Videos, photos and memorabilia from MPT’s past programming are on display at the University of Maryland.
Programs/Content
MPT enlists Firelight Films for documentaries on iconic Marylanders
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“I couldn’t have dreamt of two better subjects for films,” says Firelight’s Stanley Nelson.
Rewind: The Roots of Public Media
The survival of public broadcasting’s legacy has long been part of its mission
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The National Public Broadcasting Archives at the University of Maryland reflect an inherent dedication to preservation.
System/Policy
Maryland bill would make up any cuts to state TV network’s federal funding
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In fiscal year 2017, the state provided $8.2 million of Maryland Public Television’s $31.5 million budget.
System/Policy
As spectrum auction winds down, some public TV stations must plan moves to new channels
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State networks in Maryland and Mississippi are among those facing big engineering projects.
Programs/Content
MPT film on opioid addiction to air regionally on commercial stations
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A newspaper coalition representing more than 100 publications and wire services also will cover the topic.
Programs/Content
Novice filmmaker rejects ‘ruin porn’ to showcase Detroit’s vibrant spirit
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“Let’s Have Some Church Detroit Style” profiles the Hallelujah Singers, an energetic all-star gospel choir.
Programs/Content
Maryland PTV hopes to ‘foster real action’ on Chesapeake issues
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The station identified seven experts and asked each to create a list of obstacles to a lasting cleanup of the bay, as well as alternative strategies.