Tech
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.
Quick Takes
New NPR tool provides richer data about podcast listening
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Remote Audio Data aims to help podcast creators and advertisers better understand their audiences.
Tech
Digital team narrows search for developer of universal pubmedia sign-in
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At the PMBA Conference, KQED Chief Digital Officer Tim Olson discussed plans for a shared digital infrastructure for public media.
Programs/Content
Public radio organizations partner to acquire podcast app
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NPR, WNYC, WBEZ and This American Life teamed up to make the deal.
Quick Takes
Charlotte’s WFAE receives $100K grant to experiment on NPR One
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The station will hire an on-demand producer, develop podcasts, create content to serve “diverse audiences” and “uncover unique, untold stories.”
Programs/Content
NPR board hears details of ‘disruptive’ Digital Services transition
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The network is aiming for greater audience engagement across NPR and station digital platforms by bringing together Boston and Washington teams.
Programs/Content
As it upgrades NPR One, NPR will promote app on-air
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NPR also aims to improve how the app connects users to local stations.
Tech
NPR One will test in-app donations with U.S., U.K. users
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The “one-touch” functionality aims to make it easier for users to donate to NPR and stations.
People
Charney takes lead at NPR One, McNamara leaves PBS and other comings and goings
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Tamar Charney joined NPR early last year to focus on the mobile app’s use of station content.