In this episode of Fast Forward STL, Keith Alper sits down with Amy Shaw, the president and CEO of Nine PBS who’s helping shape the future of public media in St. Louis and beyond, while leading her organization through a period of significant change that still keeps community at the center of its mission. Shaw shares now Nine PBS is adapting to the desires of modern audiences, including plans to make its campus more collaborative and community-focused. Shaw also reflects on her career journey, personal challenges, and the role public media plays in bringing people together. She offers her vision for the future of both Nine PBS and St. Louis, which includes celebrating local stories, expanding access to education, engaging new voices, and strengthening regional connections. Watch on YouTube, and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.

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