Bill Siemering

In an interview recorded August 19, 2024, Jay Kernis describes the creation of NPR's flagship program, Morning Edition, which dealt with its share of challenges and setbacks, including initial opposition from the networks "Founding Mothers." Kernis also describes the formation of several other key programs including Weekend Edition and getting NPR member stations on board with the format and "sound."

In an interview recorded May 19, 2023, Bill Siemering talks to KLCC's Brian Bull about his early years working with WHA-AM in Madison, WI, WBFO in Buffalo, and then NPR on flagship productions like All Things Considered. Siemering also created NPR's principles, which has guided and shaped the organization's mission for half a century.