# KUT GM Fired Over Festival Safety Dispute

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Podcast: [Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/texas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7842429)
Published: 2026-06-16T15:12:24+00:00
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Debbie Hiott, veteran journalist and general manager of KUT, was fired after publicly challenging UT Austin’s decision to scale back her station’s inaugural festival — a move she claims was politically motivated and unfairly targeted KUT compared to other high-risk campus events. Facing termination without severance, Hiott stood by her commitment to the station and its audience, accusing university officials of withholding safety documentation and misrepresenting their concerns. The controversy unfolds amid broader scrutiny of public media and higher education, as KUT’s future hangs in the balance amid accusations of inadequate planning and a shifting university-media relationship. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/597700832fb2ba5b

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