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James Franco's New York Times talk canceled amid allegations
After he won a best actor Golden Globe on Sunday night, actress Violet Paley accused Franco on Twitter of sexual misconduct. Filmmaker Sarah Tither-Kaplan questioned Franco wearing a "Times Up" pin during the awards ceremony in a tweet about him having her do a nude scene for $100 per day.
Joshua Johnson on journalism in tumultuous times
As part of Minnesota Public Radio's Broadcast Journalist Series, Tom Weber spoke with 1A host Joshua Johnson.
Russian hackers targeted more than 200 journalists globally
The list of journalists provides new evidence for the U.S. intelligence community's conclusion that Fancy Bear acted on behalf of the Russian government when it intervened in the U.S. presidential election.
Variety reports Smiley had sexual relationships with subordinates who were afraid their jobs were on the line. Smiley is the second PBS talk show host suspended in the wake of misconduct allegations.
Parting Thoughts: Remembering Anita Buck, broadcast pioneer
In the early 1950s, she became one of the few female announcers on the air when she was hired by Stillwater radio station WSHB. She hosted a number of programs on that station including "Story Time."
The allegations against Tom Ashbrook include engaging in "creepy" sex talks and unwanted hugs and neck and back rubs to other people associated with the show.
Keillor says MPR investigation inadequate
"I expect to deal with MPR soon to try to fix the enormous mistake they have made by not conducting a full and fair investigation," Keillor said. A company spokesperson says the allegations were "carefully investigated" before MPR made its decision.