Overview

• NPR news chief Edith Chapin told staff Shapiro decided months ago, with his last broadcast set for September 26.
• Chapin said NPR expects to outline next steps to fill the host chair in the coming week.
• Congress recently rescinded $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, triggering CPB’s shutdown and NPR budget reductions.
• NPR CEO Katherine Maher has targeted roughly $8 million in cuts to pass relief along to member stations reliant on federal support.
• Following his departure, Shapiro plans to tour with Pink Martini and pursue additional projects after a decade hosting All Things Considered.