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BYUradio Honored with Two Signal Awards for Podcasts

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Friday, October 20, 2023

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PROVO, Utah, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The home of inspiring audio content, BYUradio, has been recognized with two prestigious Signal Awards, which honor and celebrate the people and content that raise the bar for podcasting. The podcast "Constant Wonder" has been selected for a Gold Signal Award in the Religion and Spirituality category. In addition, "The Lisa Show" podcast was recognized with a Silver Signal Award in the Self-Improvement and Self-Help category.

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In addition, "The Lisa Show" podcast was recognized with a Silver Signal Award in the Self-Improvement and Self-Help category.
It's fantastic to see these two great BYUradio podcasts honored like this."
Recognition from the Signal Awards is a tremendous validation of the investment made in our programming and platform."
Programming can be accessed nationwide on SiriusXM and free on the BYUradio app, and it is available on all major podcast services for download, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and other platforms.

BYUradio Names Sam Payne Director of Audio Content & General Manager

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

PROVO, Utah, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The home of inspiring audio content, BYUradio, today announced Sam Payne, the host of its beloved "Apple Seed" storytelling show, as the new Director of Audio Content and General Manager. He will take on the duties of former general manager Don Shelline, who retired in December 2021. Sam's hire coincides with BYUradio's major strategic shift to a "podcast first" network, and Payne's central focus will be developing content for on-demand audiences across the country.

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PROVO, Utah, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The home of inspiring audio content, BYUradio , today announced Sam Payne, the host of its beloved "Apple Seed" storytelling show, as the new Director of Audio Content and General Manager.
He will take on the duties of former general manager Don Shelline, who retired in December 2021.
"Sam approaches his storytelling with such passion and conviction, and we know he'll bring that same energy to his new role as Director of Audio Content," said Jeff Simpson, BYU Broadcasting managing director.
We are all looking forward to working with him as BYUradio and our content continues to flourish.

Car Talk Announces New Editor-In-Chief

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

RESTON, Va., March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Car Talk Digital, the digital content creation and distribution company, a continuation of the Peabody Award winning automotive radio show Car Talk established in 1977, announced that Jamie Page Deaton has joined the company.

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RESTON, Va., March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Car Talk Digital, the digital content creation and distribution company, a continuation of the Peabody Award winning automotive radio show Car Talk established in 1977, announced that Jamie Page Deaton has joined the company.
Car Talk Digital continues the tradition of providing trusted car advice and honest entertainment since 1977.
"From being forced to listen to Car Talk as a child, to forcing my own children to listen to it, Car Talk has been a constant presence in my life.
Car Talk Digital continues the tradition of trusted car knowledge and a 45 year history of providing entertaining, informative car content for millions of visitors via digital distribution.

Don Shelline, General Manager of BYUradio, to Retire

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Friday, October 8, 2021

PROVO, Utah, Oct. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Family entertainment network BYUradio today announced that its general manager, Don Shelline, will retire at the end of this year after a five decades-long career, culminating in more than 10 years at the network.

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PROVO, Utah, Oct. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Family entertainment network BYUradio today announced that its general manager, Don Shelline, will retire at the end of this year after a five decades-long career, culminating in more than 10 years at the network.
"Don Shelline is the consummate broadcast professional," said BYU Broadcasting managing director Jeff Simpson.
He also served as the director of development and station management before becoming general manager in 2018.
Before joining BYU Broadcasting, he served as general manager of Dixie State College's Center for Media Innovation, general manager for Bonneville International Corporation, general manager for Simmons Media Group, and sales manager for Maverick Broadcasting and Cache Valley Broadcasting.

Jeff Simpson Named Managing Director of BYU Broadcasting

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Friday, July 2, 2021

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PROVO, Utah, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BYU Broadcasting announced the appointment of Jeff Simpson as its new managing director, overseeing multiple channels, including BYUtv a family entertainment network available over cable, satellite and free streaming and its companion network, BYUradio .

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PROVO, Utah, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BYU Broadcasting announced the appointment of Jeff Simpson as its new managing director, overseeing multiple channels, including BYUtv a family entertainment network available over cable, satellite and free streaming and its companion network, BYUradio .
"We have a bold vision at BYU Broadcasting to create world-class, universal entertainment that young people and their parents actually want to sit down and watch together, and I'm incredibly proud of all that we've accomplished," said Michael Dunn, departing managing director of BYU Broadcasting.
He continued to serve as managing director of BYU Broadcasting until Mr. Simpson began as managing director on July 1.
BYU Broadcasting is a family entertainment broadcasting organization focused on connecting families through shared experiences that promote meaningful interaction between parents and their children.

The Gracie Awards Honor BYUradio Host Julie Rose

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020

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PROVO, Utah, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Family entertainment network BYUradio today announced that the Gracie Awards have honored Julie Rose, host of the flagship talk radio program "Top of Mind with Julie Rose."

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PROVO, Utah, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Family entertainment network BYUradio today announced that the Gracie Awards have honored Julie Rose, host of the flagship talk radio program "Top of Mind with Julie Rose."
"Top of Mind with Julie Rose" was created to provide listeners smart, informative, unflinching discussions that go beyond mere headlines and sound bites.
A winner of multiple prestigious Edward R. Murrow Awards, Julie Rose is a seasoned broadcast journalist and interviewer.
In addition to the Gracie Awards recognition for Julie Rose, BYUradio has also been recently selected as a Peabody Awards nominee and Webby Awards honoree for its scripted series "Treasure Island 2020."

BYUtv Begins Production on Original Scripted Adventure Comedy Series "DWIGHT IN SHINING ARMOR"

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Thursday, May 24, 2018

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PROVO, Utah, May 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv , a family entertainment network, today announced the start of production for its original scripted adventure comedy series, "Dwight in Shining Armor," slated to premiere in 2019.

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PROVO, Utah, May 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv , a family entertainment network, today announced the start of production for its original scripted adventure comedy series, "Dwight in Shining Armor," slated to premiere in 2019.
"Our latest original scripted series, 'Dwight in Shining Armor,' is acontemporary fish-out-of-water comedyand a suspenseful adventure comedy show," said Michael Dunn, managing director of BYU Broadcasting.
Owned by Brigham Young University, BYU Broadcasting operates BYUtv and BYUradio from its state-of-the-art production studios and distribution facility in Provo, Utah.
BYUtv is a high definition cable television network that creates original programming the entire family can enjoy together, including sketch comedy, history, music and documentary offerings.

BYU Broadcasting Doubles Down On BYUradio In Utah With Purchase Agreement Of A Local Radio Station

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Thursday, April 26, 2018

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PROVO, Utah, April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --BYU Broadcasting today announced it has entered into a purchase agreement for an FM radio station that will allow it to broadcast BYUradio over the air in Utah.

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PROVO, Utah, April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --BYU Broadcasting today announced it has entered into a purchase agreement for an FM radio station that will allow it to broadcast BYUradio over the air in Utah.
The move also means that Classical 89/KBYU-FM, a much-loved classical music radio station, will remain on the air in Utah.
Under this banner, BYUradio (on SiriusXM Satellite Radio) and Classical 89/KBYU-FM were to become a single radio network, BYUradio.
Owned by Brigham Young University, BYU Broadcasting operates BYUtv and BYUradio from its state-of-the-art production studios and distribution facility in Provo, Utah.