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NPR stops using Twitter because platform is ‘undermining our credibility,’ CEO says
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Some stations have also announced that they’re leaving the social media platform.
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Some stations have also announced that they’re leaving the social media platform.
“The partnership … allows us to expand sponsorship categories to get more business,” says Gina Garrubbo, CEO of National Public Media.
“This must be a mistake as it contradicts Twitter’s own guidelines,” said an NPR spokesperson.
Forty years ago, NPR was facing another financial challenge — one that threatened its very existence.
In addition to cutting 10% of its workforce, the network is eliminating more than 80 vacant positions.
Production of the podcasts will end after their current seasons.
Applicants to this year’s fellowship see its cancellation as a setback for journalists of color who want to work in public radio.
NPR will cut 10% of its staff, CEO John Lansing told employees.
“We are doing this para la gente,” says Erika Aguilar, EP of “Morning Edition.” “That feels really good and gives you purpose.”
Martin is developing a project “in the realms of religion, spirituality, and meaning.”
The network has also delayed its Reflect America Fellowship due to budget concerns.
NPR plans to make up a budget shortfall with a hiring freeze and cuts to discretionary spending.
Marrapodi joined NPR in 2019 as live specials lead.
Jeff Sine became NPR’s board chair, while Jennifer Ferro moved up to vice chair.
Joanna Kakissis will be the bureau’s sole correspondent.
More than 20 years ago, many reporters missed the importance of a blue-ribbon report that showed how to teach kids more effectively. Today’s journalists could still learn from those mistakes.
A friend remembers NPR’s Midwest bureau chief, who died Oct. 11. “He summoned the courage to face death before it happened.”
The dual-language podcast celebrates the soccer phenomenon before his final World Cup while exploring his complex relationship with Argentina.
For now, the bundle is available only to new members of 34 stations.
The option allows digital natives “to give to what they love,” said NPR CDO Leora Hanser.