Is Congress About to Kill This Local Radio Station?

The Daily

2025/07/11

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Shownote

From the moment President Trump and Republicans took control of Washington this year, they set out to turn their longtime threats against public media, which they see as biased, into action. Now, a piece of Republican legislation would cut more than a bil...

Highlights

Public radio stations in rural America are facing an uncertain future as a Republican-led proposal seeks to eliminate over a billion dollars in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. This move could severely impact local stations that serve as vital sources of news, emergency alerts, and community connection, especially in remote areas with limited media alternatives.

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Federal funding is crucial for small-town radio survival

17:00

KFSK may cut staff to two reporters if CPB funding is lost

20:41

The station manager received local feedback suggesting NPR should stick to news and solid entertainment.

28:00

Trump threatens not to support Republicans opposing public media funding cuts

Chapters

A Billion-Dollar Threat to Rural Radio Stations

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How One Small Station Became a Community Lifeline

06:15

Is NPR Out of Touch With Its Rural Listeners?

20:41

Funding Fights and the Future of Local Broadcasting

28:00

Transcript

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