Mississippi Public Broadcasting”s decision to cut the nationally syndicated program “Fresh Air” from Think Radio was due primarily to “discussions on issues of an explicit sexual nature,” according to a statement released Thursday by MPB Executive Director Dr. Judith Lewis.
“First, we want to thank all of our listeners who have provided us feedback regarding our decision to remove Fresh Air from our programming lineup,” Lewis said in an e-mailed statement. “Your feedback is important to us and we hear you. We hope you understand — if not agree with — our perspective.”
The decision continues to receive criticism from listeners and media outlets.
“Mississippi Public Broadcasting strives to deliver educational, informative, and meaningful content to its listeners,” Lewis continued. “After careful consideration and review we have determined that Fresh Air does not meet this goal over time.
“Too often Fresh Air”s interviews include gratuitous discussions on issues of an explicit sexual nature. We believe that most of these discussions do not contribute to or meaningfully enhance serious-minded public discourse on sexual issues. Our listeners who wish to hear Fresh Air may find it online.”
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