- NPR host Tom Ashbrook has been fired from the popular radio show "On Point" over allegations that he created an abusive workplace for his employees.
- More than 11 current and former employees came forward with allegations of verbal abuse, bullying, and unwanted contact.
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NPR's 'On Point' host Tom Ashbrook fired over allegations of workplace abuse
NPR host Tom Ashbrook has been fired from the popular radio show "On Point" over allegations that he created an abusive workplace for his employees.
Tom Ashbrook, the host of NPR's popular radio show "On Point," has been fired over allegations that he created an abusive workplace for his employees.
Ashbrook hosted the nationally syndicated show at Boston radio station WBUR for 16 years.
WBUR placed him on leave in December 2017 after 11 current and former employees came forward with allegations of verbal abuse, bullying, and unwanted contact.
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WBUR said the number of complaints grew in subsequent months after Boston University, which owns WBUR, launched two independent investigations into the matter.
Boston University's investigations found that Ashbrook's conduct "c
On Point host Tom Ashbrook ... @ On Point - NPR
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