Related Program: Connections New NPR Chief Talks to WXXI By Bob Smith • Dec 22, 2011 Related Program: Connections ShareTweetEmail Gary Knell is just weeks into his new job as CEO of NPR. He joined WXXI’s Bob Smith on Thursday’s 1370 Connection to talk about the transition and look ahead. Click on the audio player above to listen to the interview. Tags: NPRShareTweetEmailView the discussion thread.