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Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Public Media

“We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character-that is the goal of true education. The complete education gives one not only power […]

22 Best DIY Public Media Inspired Halloween Costumes

It’s coming down to the wire and if you are still hunting for that perfect Halloween costume, look no further. Check out these DIY public […]

Five Things I Love about Public Media

Hi, I’m Angela Marler! I’m a summer intern at the Association of Public Television Stations, the organization that co-manages the Protect My Public Media campaign. […]

A Look at WXPN’s Musicians on Call Program

In many different ways, we celebrate Veterans Day to honor and remember our fellow Americans who have served our country. This week, we bring you […]

Five Public Radio Podcasts You Should Know About

Many of you are probably aware of some of public radio’s more popular podcasts whether it is Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me!, Pop Culture Happy […]

A Look behind the Scenes of All Songs Considered – An Interview with Bob Boilen

Music in America would sound very different without public radio. Local public radio stations take creative risks, nurture new talent, and give emerging artists a […]

#ICYMI: This Week’s Public Media Highlights

Public media prides itself on providing a public service through high quality programming. Whether you are listening to an interview with your favorite comedian, learning about the latest […]

Activating FM Chips in Smartphones Can Help to Save Lives

Public radio could make your community even safer if the FM chip in your phone is activated by your mobile carrier. Did you know your […]

Last Week in Public Media: The Stories You Missed!

Did you know that there are over 1,300 public radio and television stations across the United States? Collectively, local public radio and television stations reach […]

Planet Money Kicks off #SeedtoShirt T-Shirt Project

The t-shirt you’re wearing right now is quite the globetrotter. A typical cotton shirt like yours has traveled across three continents before reaching you, the […]