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KALW general manager reports station growth, programming incubator role and studio upgrades
Summary
KALW's general manager told the board the district‑licensed station is an incubator for notable shows (Radio Ambulante, Ear Hustle), that roughly 75% of revenue comes from listeners, and that recent studio renovations at Burton High open new opportunities for student internships and partnerships.
Matt Martin, general manager of KALW (the district‑licensed public radio station, 91.7 FM), presented the station's annual report to the board, outlining recent programming successes, funding sources, student training efforts and plans for sustainability.
Martin said KALW raises about three‑quarters of its budget from listeners, with roughly 15 percent from grants and a remainder from federal support via the…
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