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GBH Names Lothian Editor-in-Chief

Boston public media firm GBH names Dan Lothian to the newly created role of editor in chief, GBHim News and The World. Lothian is currently the executive producer of “The World.” GBH president and CEO Susan Goldberg states, “Dan has impeccable credentials and is respected by colleagues throughout GBH and by journalists across the globe. With his background in both breaking news and longform features, and with deep experience in radio, television, and across digital platforms, he is ideally suited to lead coverage for today’s audiences.” Additionally, Tinku Ray, currently managing editor for “The World,” will be promoted to executive editor of the program.

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Public Radio’s “The World” Hits Record Number of Affiliates

The GBH and PRX produced public radio news show, “The World,” is now airing on a record 376 public radio stations across the United States and in Canada. The two public media organizations say the program is heardim by more than 2 million people nationwide on a weekly basis. “The World” executive producer Dan Lothian says, “We’re delighted to welcome people from Florida, Wisconsin, Nevada, Ohio, Iowa, New York, Michigan, Illinois, and Kansas to the hundreds of communities listening to The World’s global coverage. As we reach this exciting audience milestone, we remain committed to bringing all our listeners nuanced coverage of the most critical global issues of the day, fueling informed conversations about international affairs.”