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To help confused users, NPR will consolidate its two apps into one
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“We realized that we basically had created arbitrary lines in our apps based upon how NPR was structured,” said NPR’s Kerry Lenahan.
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“We realized that we basically had created arbitrary lines in our apps based upon how NPR was structured,” said NPR’s Kerry Lenahan.
Remote Audio Data aims to help podcast creators and advertisers better understand their audiences.
At the PMBA Conference, KQED Chief Digital Officer Tim Olson discussed plans for a shared digital infrastructure for public media.
NPR, WNYC, WBEZ and This American Life teamed up to make the deal.
The station will hire an on-demand producer, develop podcasts, create content to serve “diverse audiences” and “uncover unique, untold stories.”
The network is aiming for greater audience engagement across NPR and station digital platforms by bringing together Boston and Washington teams.
NPR also aims to improve how the app connects users to local stations.
The “one-touch” functionality aims to make it easier for users to donate to NPR and stations.
Tamar Charney joined NPR early last year to focus on the mobile app’s use of station content.
The app’s acting managing director breaks down what NPR is learning about the performance of newscasts, podcasts and feature stories.
The network had to change its bylaws to allow contributions directly from individuals.
Which will pass the Rich Roll Test?
Two-thirds of NPR member stations are now contributing.
How do NPR and stations maintain a mutually beneficial coexistence?
New guidelines limiting on-air promotion of podcasts and NPR One drew a mixed response.
NPR One is now on Apple and Google’s connected car systems.
A big update moves NPR One yet another step in the direction of becoming a one-stop shop for all audio content, from local newscasts to podcasts outside the NPR world.
Tamar Charney will be the local editorial lead for NPR One.
NPR’s Sara Sarasohn explains what the network is learning about the listening habits and preferences of NPR One users.
Seeing how listeners use the NPR app “is brand new and a little scary, but also priceless.”