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Listener supported, the culture and history of public radio, Jack W. Mitchell

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-212) and index

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Listener supported

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Jack W. Mitchell

"National Public Radio's first employee, Jack W. Mitchell, examines the dreams that inspired those who created it, the all-too-human realities that grew out of those dreams, and the criticism public radio has incurred from both sides of the political spectrum. The first producer of NPR's legendary "All Things Considered," Mitchell tells the story of public radio from the point of view of an insider, a participant, and a thoughtful observer. He traces its origins in the progressive movement of the 20th century, and analyzes the people, institutions, ideas, political forces, and economic realities that helped it evolve into what we know as public radio today

the culture and history of public radio

NPR and its local affiliates have earned their reputation for thoughtful commentary and excellent journalism, and their work is especially notable in light of the unique struggles they have faced over the decades."--Jacket

The progressives -- Pioneers -- Public radio -- Purposes -- All things considered -- All things reconsidered -- Morning edition -- Weekend edition -- Performance today -- Talk of the nation -- Marketplace -- Critics on the right -- Critics on the left

Culture and history of public radio