What happens when the federal government makes public media a public enemy?

By Mike Green,

Published May 5, 2025 at 10:03 AM PDT

Paul Westhelle is Executive Director of Jefferson Public Radio, a member station of NPR. Phil Meyer is CEO of Southern Oregon PBS.

Jefferson Public Radio Executive Director, Paul Westhelle, oversees management of JPR's service to the community. He joins the Exchange to discuss the impact of federal policies on JPR and the public media landscape. Also joining the conversation is Phil Meyer, CEO of Southern Oregon Public Broadcasting Service (SOPBS).

Pictured (L-R): Phil Meyer, SOPBS CEO, JPR Host Mike Green, Paul Westhelle, JPR Executive Director

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Mike Green is host of the Jefferson Exchange. Mike has lived in Southern Oregon for more than two decades. He is an award-winning journalist with over 20 years experience in media, specializing in media innovation, inclusive economics and entrepreneurship.

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