Posts Tagged ‘Jon Abbott’
Celebrating Bob Ferrante
I’d like to raise a glass to Bob. He was a really special person. We all miss him terribly. There’s an awful lot to savor and celebrate.
Read MoreDavid Liroff, 77, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
We are saddened by the news of the passing of our friend and former colleague David Liroff who was GBH Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, serving from 1979-2007.
Read MoreDavid Mugar, 82, Philanthropist
David Mugar, a Boston philanthropist and the man behind the annual Fourth of July Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, died Tuesday night at the age of 82.
Read MoreWe Remember
As one year gives way to the next, GBH would like to remember members of the GBH family whose deaths we sadly marked in 2020.
Read MoreWhy has WGBH had such an impact? Five views
Fred Barzyk: “I have asked several long time producers at WGBH to take a crack at the question of ‘Why does WGBH, a local public TV station in Boston, have such an impressive impact on media, culture and innovation?’ What follows are several responses to the question.”
Read MoreWGBH Rebrands to “GBH”
WGBH today announced new branding, dropping the broadcast-centric “W” from its name and adopting a new logo. Going forward, the organization will be known as GBH.
Read MoreMarcia Storkerson, Wearer of Many Hats
WGBH notes with sadness the passing of former and longtime (1975-2005) colleague Marcia Storkerson,
Read MoreWGBH News plans to open a Worcester bureau this spring
The Boston-based public radio station announced plans to open a downtown Worcester bureau to expand upon its coverage of the city and county at large this coming spring.
Read MoreComposer of WGBH’s Iconic “Sting” Dies at 97
Gershon Kingsley, the composer of the iconic WGBH sting, the electronic fanfare that accompanies the WGBH logo during programs’ closing credits, died earlier this month at the age of 97.
Read MoreChas Norton receives New England NATAS Gold Circle Award
The esteemed Gold Circle recognizes veteran professionals who for 50 years or more have made significant contributions to their professional community, the television industry, and to individuals training for careers in the TV field.
Read MoreAnne Adams, 55, producer and innovator
From Jon Abbott: It is with deep sadness that I share the news that our valued and respected friend and co-worker Anne Adams died after a long illness.
Read MoreAfter a 40-year career in radio, WGBH’s Phil Redo is moving on
After four decades in the business, Phil Redo is ready to step down. The WGBH general manager for radio and local news will retire from his position at the station.
Read MoreScience journalist Paula Apsell honored with Lifetime Achievement Emmy
Congratulations to Paula Apsell ’69! The long-time senior executive director of the PBS science program “Nova” is the first science journalist to ever receive the Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award.
Read MoreCelebrate 50 Years of Public Broadcasting, In Person or Online
The Library of Congress and Boston public broadcaster WGBH will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 with pioneers and experts in public broadcasting on Friday, Nov. 3.
Read MorePlease join WGBH to celebrate the life of Peggy Charren
Boston public media leader WGBH will remember and celebrate the late children’s television advocate Peggy Charren Friday, March 6, starting at 11am.
Read MoreMike Foti, former Director of Engineering
Mike’s contributions to WGBH modernized systems and launched new services, including centralcasting and the integration of New Hampshire Public Television’s master control within WGBH’s operations.
Read MoreGathering to remember Valerie Gunderson this Fri, 6/20
WGBH colleagues, friends, and fans (present and past) of longtime ’GBHer Valerie Gunderson, Director of Budget Operations, are invited to gather in our Calderwood Studio (1 South) to remember her this Fri, 6/20, beginning at 10:30am.
Read MoreValerie Gunderson, 59, budget director
Jon Abbott: It is with great sadness that we share the terrible news that our colleague Valerie Gunderson has passed away. Valerie was a key member of the ’GBH family for more than 25 years.
Read MoreSave the date: The 2013 Alumni Gathering
This is not a blow-out reunion party like those of the past with studio, a/v, trinkets, food and drink, but rather an informal gathering with those who want to reminisce and relive some of GBH’s stories and landmark history — history you helped make.
Read MoreMemorial for Phil Collyer
From Cynthia Broner The legions of friends and fans of longtime ‘GBHer Phil Collyer will gather in the Calderwood Studio to remember him Monday, April 28, at 11a.m. “It’s a longstanding tradition at WGBH to gather, Quaker-style, in the memory of dear colleagues and share our reflections — anecdotes, poems, memorable photos — or, if…
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