Quick Takes
‘Science Friday’ partners with WNYC on distribution
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As part of the agreement, WNYC will also handle sponsorship for “Science Friday.”
Programs/Content
PRI becomes investor in public radio’s ‘Live Wire’
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The live variety show is adding episodes devoted to in-studio interviews.
Programs/Content
Connecting with people who think public radio isn’t for them
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With road trips to red states and dialogues about race and identity, producers for “The Takeaway” will hold out a microphone to people whose voices have been marginalized.
Obituaries
Longtime public radio professional Vidal Guzmán drowns trying to save son
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Colleagues remember Guzmán for his bravery, character and dedication to family.
System/Policy
A reader asks: What’s Public Radio International’s future within WGBH?
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We’re answering the question for the latest story in our Currently Curious series.
Programs/Content
PRI develops tool to change how readers engage with its journalism
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StoryAct will suggest ways that readers can take action.
Programs/Content
BBC cuts hundreds of jobs, increases funding for World Service
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The pubcaster is restructuring its news division, with little effect on programs airing on stateside pubmedia.
Programs/Content
Public Radio International launches podcast network SoundWorks
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SoundWorks launched Thursday with four podcasts, and PRI plans to add more in coming weeks.