Rage-giving, innovation and cuts: How public media has survived without federal funds

Public media outlets like PBS and NPR are navigating a new reality after losing federal funding for the first time in six decades. Despite initial anxiety, these stations are embracing reinvention and innovation to stay afloat. This shift highlights the resilience of public media and the ongoing debate over the role of government funding in public broadcasting. As they forge new paths, the implications for the future of public media and its role in informing the public remain significant.