Television in the United States

Lucille Ball's Lost Radio Show to Broadcast Exclusively on New SiriusXM Comedy Channel, "Let's Talk to Lucy"

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Television in the United States, Lucille Ball, CBS, ViacomCBS, Lucy, Actors

In-between starring in four television series and more than 70 films, Lucy would frequently jump from set to set, tape recorder in hand, and talk about all aspects of life with some of the biggest names in Hollywood history, including Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dean Martin, Carol Burnett, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, and dozens more. These recordings eventually made it onto air when CBS Radio broadcast them as "Let's Talk to Lucy" from 1964-1965. However, for the last 50-plus years they've never been heard publicly again -- until now.

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  • "Let's Talk to Lucy," named after her 1960s CBS Radio show, will be available on channel 104 starting on August 5.
  • A star of stage, screen, television and radio, Lucille Ball is an indisputable American legend whose comedic talent and work ethic combined to make her a living legend.
  • These recordings eventually made it onto air when CBS Radio broadcast them as "Let's Talk to Lucy" from 1964-1965.
  • On the new, limited-run SiriusXM channel Let's Talk to Lucy, listeners will finally get to experience these amazing conversations in their entirety.

Charity Holman Promoted to General Manager of WVVA in Bluefield, WV

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Bluefield, West Virginia, Quincy Media, WVVA, Television in the United States, Television, Gray Television, NBC, GTN

ATLANTA, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) has promoted Charity Holman to the position of General Manager of WVVA (NBC) in Bluefield, West Virginia.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) has promoted Charity Holman to the position of General Manager of WVVA (NBC) in Bluefield, West Virginia.
  • Charity succeeds Frank Brady, who recently retired as the stations General Manager after more than 15 years with the television station and 47 years in broadcasting.
  • Since joining WVVA in September 2006, Charity has held a number of sales positions for the station.
  • She has served as the stations General Sales Manager since 2014, and she added the position Station Manager to her responsibilities in January 2019.

FOX Unveils Extensive Broadcast Schedule For XFC 45/YoungGuns 3

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Television in the United States, Television, Fox Sports, Xtreme Fighting Championships, Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox Networks Group, Fox Sports 1, Prva Srpska Televizija, Fox

XFC 45 will air LIVE on FOX Sports 2, the FOX Sports App and the FOX Now app on Friday, Aug. 6 (10 pm ET - 1 am ET).

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  • XFC 45 will air LIVE on FOX Sports 2, the FOX Sports App and the FOX Now app on Friday, Aug. 6 (10 pm ET - 1 am ET).
  • YoungGuns 3, which takes place directly before XFC 45 on Friday, Aug. 6, will air via tape-delay on FOX Sports 2 directly after the live XFC 45 broadcast (1 am ET to 3 pm ET).
  • The Linear Premiere of XFC 45 on FOX Deportes will air Monday, Aug. 9 at 8 pm ET.
  • XFC President Myron Molotky: "We couldn't ask for a better broadcast partner than the FOX family of networks.

NBC Olympics Selects Comcast Technology Solutions To Manage And Deliver Multi-screen Assets Across NBCU Digital Properties During The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Television in the United States, NBC Sports, Companies, American television series, USA Network Sports, NBC, Comcast

"Our role at Comcast Technology Solutions is to remove much of that back-end complexity and enable NBC Olympics to deliver on its vision, delight viewing audiences, and support business partners and advertisers.

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  • "Our role at Comcast Technology Solutions is to remove much of that back-end complexity and enable NBC Olympics to deliver on its vision, delight viewing audiences, and support business partners and advertisers.
  • "Together with Comcast Technology Solutions, we are providing unprecedented coverage of the much-anticipated Tokyo Olympics, which captivates audiences across multiple platforms and devices," said Wilburn.
  • "We selected Comcast Technology Solutions to help us manage execution of the Games because of their proven track record and ability to power exceptional digital experiences at scale.
  • A division of NBC Sports Group, NBC Olympics is responsible for producing, programming and promoting NBCUniversal's coverage of the Olympic Games.

Gray Television Closes Quincy Acquisition

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Quincy Media, Gray Television, WGEM, Mass media in the United States, QMI, Companies, Television in the United States, Corporate finance

Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Quincy Media, Inc. (QMI) and its divestment of ten QMI stations in the seven Gray/QMI overlap markets to Byron Allens Allen Media Broadcasting, LLC (Allen Media).

Key Points: 
  • Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Quincy Media, Inc. (QMI) and its divestment of ten QMI stations in the seven Gray/QMI overlap markets to Byron Allens Allen Media Broadcasting, LLC (Allen Media).
  • As a result of these transactions, Gray has become the owner of 12 additional local television stations serving eight new markets as well as WGEM(AM)/FM in Quincy, Illinois.
  • Gray now owns television stations serving 102 television markets that collectively reach 25.4 percent of US television households, including the number-one ranked television station in 76 markets and the first and/or second highest ranked television station in 93 markets according to Comscores average all-day ratings for calendar year 2020.
  • At that time, Gray will become the nations second largest television broadcaster, with a portfolio of television stations serving 113 local markets reaching approximately 36 percent of US television households.

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya Now Open for the Ultimate Family Vacation

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites – Waterpark, Nickelodeon, Seaside resort, Resort, Television in the United States, Television, Contemporary history

MIAMI, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As SpongeBob SquarePants says, "I'm Ready!" The highly anticipated five-star, all-inclusive Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya rolls out the Orange Carpet today as the ultimate family-friendly destination opens its doors. Here, Nickelodeon's renowned Slimings and Character Experiences are combined with Karisma Hotels & Resorts' and Grupo Lomas' unmatched hospitality, with the brand's first all Oceanfront Swim-Up Suite resort featuring an enormous six-acre Aqua Nick® water park, new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themed penthouse suites, World-Class Gourmet Inclusive® dining with fan faves Good Burger and Piazza and endless play-all-day entertainment. During this exclusive opening period in the fall, rates start at $259 per person, per night and can be booked now through Aug. 31, 2021 for travel now through Jan. 4, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The highly anticipated five-star, all-inclusive Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya rolls out the Orange Carpet today as the ultimate family-friendly destination opens its doors.
  • "As Mexico's first and only Nickelodeon resort, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya transports kids and adults alike into the imagination-expanding worlds of the entertainment brand's beloved shows," said Mario Mathieu Senior Vice President of Business Development, Design and Construction at Karisma Hotels & Resorts.
  • "In the midst of a challenging year,we are delighted to open the doors of the new Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya.
  • Property brands include Margaritaville Island Reserve by Karisma; El Dorado Spa Resorts by Karisma; Azul Beach Resorts by Karisma; Generations Resorts by Karisma; Karisma Villas; Allure Hotels by Karisma; Hidden Beach Resort by Karisma; Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts; Sensatori Resorts; Sensimar Resorts; and Karisma Hotels Adriatic.

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya Now Open for the Ultimate Family Vacation

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites – Waterpark, Nickelodeon, Seaside resort, Resort, Television in the United States, Television, Contemporary history

MIAMI, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As SpongeBob SquarePants says, "I'm Ready!" The highly anticipated five-star, all-inclusive Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya rolls out the Orange Carpet today as the ultimate family-friendly destination opens its doors. Here, Nickelodeon's renowned Slimings and Character Experiences are combined with Karisma Hotels & Resorts' and Grupo Lomas' unmatched hospitality, with the brand's first all Oceanfront Swim-Up Suite resort featuring an enormous six-acre Aqua Nick® water park, new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themed penthouse suites, World-Class Gourmet Inclusive® dining with fan faves Good Burger and Piazza and endless play-all-day entertainment. During this exclusive opening period in the fall, rates start at $259 per person, per night and can be booked now through Aug. 31, 2021 for travel now through Jan. 4, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The highly anticipated five-star, all-inclusive Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya rolls out the Orange Carpet today as the ultimate family-friendly destination opens its doors.
  • "As Mexico's first and only Nickelodeon resort, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya transports kids and adults alike into the imagination-expanding worlds of the entertainment brand's beloved shows," said Mario Mathieu Senior Vice President of Business Development, Design and Construction at Karisma Hotels & Resorts.
  • "In the midst of a challenging year,we are delighted to open the doors of the new Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya.
  • Property brands include Margaritaville Island Reserve by Karisma; El Dorado Spa Resorts by Karisma; Azul Beach Resorts by Karisma; Generations Resorts by Karisma; Karisma Villas; Allure Hotels by Karisma; Hidden Beach Resort by Karisma; Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts; Sensatori Resorts; Sensimar Resorts; and Karisma Hotels Adriatic.

HexClad Cookware x Gordon Ramsay Join Forces

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Hell's Kitchen, Television shows, Television in the United States, Chefs, Gordon Ramsay, Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares, Jocky Petrie

LOS ANGELES, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, HexClad , the fast-growing hybrid cookware brand, announced its partnership with multi-Michelin-star Chef Gordon Ramsay.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, HexClad , the fast-growing hybrid cookware brand, announced its partnership with multi-Michelin-star Chef Gordon Ramsay.
  • "The alliance of HexClad and Gordon Ramsay is a recipe for success uniting the world's most innovative cookware with the world's most iconic chef," said Danny Winer, co-founder and CEO of HexClad.
  • Gordon Ramsay North America is scaling dining concepts including outdoor and take-out, as the company taps into several of Gordon Ramsay's successful U.S. and international key brands including Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips, Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza, Gordon Ramsay Steak and Hell's Kitchen.
  • In addition to the Gordon Ramsay North America restaurants, there are 33 international restaurants in the Gordon Ramsay Restaurants portfolio worldwide, where Gordon Ramsay holds a total of 7 Michelin stars.

iHeartMedia and NBA Team Up for Multi-Year Podcast Partnership to Present Groundbreaking Slate of NBA Shows

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Basketball, Entertainment, Sports, Technology, General Entertainment, Audio, Video, National Basketball Association on television, iHeartMedia, iHeartRadio, NBA TV, Sports leagues, Television in the United States, National Basketball Association, NBA League Pass, Mass media, the NBA, iHeartMedia, THE NBA, IHEARTMEDIA

1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac , and the National Basketball Association (NBA), today announced a multi-year podcast partnership, which will feature the launch of more than 20 new iHeartRadio-NBA co-produced podcasts.

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  • 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac , and the National Basketball Association (NBA), today announced a multi-year podcast partnership, which will feature the launch of more than 20 new iHeartRadio-NBA co-produced podcasts.
  • The new slate of NBA podcasts will be distributed widely by the iHeartPodcast Network with the first show set to debut this Fall.
  • We look forward to reaching more fans with content about our teams, players and history through this partnership.
  • NBA Digitals assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.

Atlas World Sports is Betting Big on 2021 and Beyond

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Television in the United States, Economy of the United States, Television, The Coming of Atlas, Atlas, Robert Kraft, BET

CHICAGO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas World Sports is so confident that sports is back bigger than ever in 2021, they bet their business on it.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas World Sports is so confident that sports is back bigger than ever in 2021, they bet their business on it.
  • - Robert Kraft, Atlas World Sports
    The company will release its Atlas World Sports app at the end of August '21 ONLY 5 weeks away!
  • All users will soon "Bet Better" with Atlas World Sports in hand!
  • Like all sports fans, we have massive FOMO when it comes to our favorite teams and betting," says Atlas World Sports Founder Robert Kraft.