Ruth Seymour, Visionary Leader of KCRW, Dies at 88

Seymour Transformed KCRW into an Influential Public Radio Powerhouse During Her Tenure

Ruth Seymour, the former General Manager of KCRW, has passed away at the age of 88.
Seymour served as KCRW's General Manager from 1977 to 2010, transforming it from a small college radio station to an influential public radio powerhouse.
Under her leadership, KCRW became the West Coast flagship for NPR, embraced online streaming and podcasting, and launched iconic programs like 'Which Way, L.A.?' and 'Left, Right & Center.'
Seymour was known for her innovative approach to broadcasting, creating an eclectic mix of news, music, and cultural programming that appealed to a wide audience.
Seymour's legacy extends beyond KCRW, having given radio icons like Ira Glass and Harry Shearer a platform, and her annual Hanukkah program, 'Philosophers, Fiddlers & Fools,' became a beloved tradition.