Central Florida Public Media (WMFE) President and General Manager, Judith Smelser, discusses how public media is an accessible source of trustworthy news that encourages respectful conversations, empowers the community to make informed decisions, and creates genuine human connection through programs like One Small Step, community listening sessions, and other ongoing engagement efforts.
Since 2021, Judith has lead our local NPR station, the region’s sole nonprofit news source that serves nine counties. She also serves on the Executive Board of Florida Public Media, has been recognized by Orlando Magazine as a 2024 Woman of the Year, and by the Orlando Business Journal among their 2024 Most Influential Leaders.
During her tenure, she's championed projects including Engage, a local discussion show; The Wrap, a news podcast; a new reporting beat on housing and homelessness; and the Emerging Journalists Fellowship program. In 2024, she led the organization’s rebranding to Central Florida Public Media, underscoring its expanded multimedia role and commitment to independent journalism.
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