Catherine Marr

Catherine Marr, the head of NPR, joins to discuss a congressional hearing that scrutinizes the funding and alleged bias of NPR and PBS. They tackle the question of whether taxpayer money should support media with perceived partisan slants. The conversation shifts to broader cultural issues, such as reactions to Donald Trump’s commentary on Women’s History Month and the societal backlash faced by a woman expressing gratitude for her husband's parenting. The dialogue highlights the evolving dynamics of gratitude and gender roles in modern marriage.

Catherine Marr, the President and CEO of NPR, advocates for expanding public radio's reach, while PBS's Paula Kerger highlights the importance of educational programming. Mike Gonzalez from the Heritage Foundation critiques both organizations for their political biases and pushes for defunding public media. Ed Ullman discusses the vital support public broadcasting offers to rural communities. The conversation centers around accountability, funding debates, and the evolving role of public media in today's digital landscape.

Catherine Marr, the President and CEO of NPR, joins to chat about media bias and the network's political challenges. They dive into the contentious visa revocation of a Columbia University anti-Israel protester, sparking a heated debate on free speech and immigration policies. Tensions rise as they discuss the repercussions of deportations and the GOP's push to defund public broadcasting. Marr faces tough questions about the influence of media narratives on public perception, making for a provocative and timely conversation.