Programs/Content
With two hosts at helm, ‘The Takeaway’ aims for depth and urgency in covering race and politics
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Tanzina Vega and Amy Walter tackle topics in ways that feel “like a much more open conversation.”
Programs/Content
PRI terminates relationship with Tavis Smiley
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An investigation of alleged misconduct also prompted PBS to suspend distribution of his weeknightly talk show.
Programs/Content
Slate will take over co-producer role with ‘Studio 360’
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WNYC decided to step away from the weekly arts and culture show.
System/Policy
PRI lays off three in newsroom reorganization
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The layoffs were made “to make room for other positions that better met our needs,” a PRI spokesperson said.
Programs/Content
PRX will take over distribution of two Wisconsin radio shows
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PRI currently distributes the programs.
Quick Takes
NEH grants include funds to preserve ‘All Things Considered’
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NPR receives $315,000 for the project.
Programs/Content
Public media projects examine Trump’s first 100 days
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Public media journalists are casting a wide net for reactions to the election of Donald Trump.
Quick Takes
PRI launches Kickstarter campaign to expand coverage of immigrants
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Stories will come from correspondents embedded in immigrant communities.
System/Policy
How public radio networks should strive for greater diversity
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Representatives from the major public radio networks respond to Stephanie Foo’s Transom commentary about diversity in public radio.