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Let’s take ‘Sesame Street’ out of the equation for PBS funding
As Congress threatens to defund public broadcasting, the defenders of PBS and NPR keep defending themselves by pointing to ...
PSEG: Teaching Children To Be Good Little Neighbors
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 /Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE! Leaves scattered across the lawn, ...
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'Sesame Street' Is 52 Years Old! Here, 10 Muppets Who Tackled Tough Topics Through the Years
Sesame Street has been on the air for 52 years ... are experiencing homelessness,” and created new videos, books and activities for families. Julia taught us about autism and its various ...
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Sesame Street, Last Gasp of the Monoculture, Faces Existential Threat
For decades, shows like Sesame Street were, in addition to being often the only thing available, were considered safe havens for children—wholesome, educational programming that helped ...
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Why the Team Behind Sesame Street Created a Character With Autism
“Here, they created a street and a community that closely resembles what kids experience,” says Jeffrey D. Dunn, who arrived to run Sesame Workshop as CEO in 2014. “It’s not fantasy ...
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Why Does Big Bird Look So Sad?
U.S.A.I.D. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind “Sesame Street,” is confronting what executives have described as a “perfect storm” of problems. Credit...Mark Lennihan/Associated Press ...
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Sesame Street Faces Financial Struggles As HBO Deal Ends
Sesame Workshop faces financial struggles after losing its HBO contract and key grants. Sesame Street is revamping its format amid streaming industry cuts and rising competition from newer shows.
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Meet 'Sesame Street' stars at Patchogue Theatre
“‘Sesame Street’ is an iconic ... Fans of the TV show can buy themed merchandise like plush toys, light up wands, activity books and character shirts for kids and adults.