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      <title>New African American TV Network Launches on DirecTV</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">This is a new channel, set to launch this Summer. Besides DirecTV, we are in negotiations with Comcast, and Dish Network, so please contact your local provider, and request Punch TV.</p><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) --06/09/2011 --  New African American TV Network Launches on DirecTV<br />
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Punch TV Network, America&apos;s newest television network will launch on DirecTV this summer.  In many respects, Punch TV is a marketer&apos;s dream. With 90 percent African American ownership, Punch TV was conceived as a vehicle to address the unmet entertainment needs of the country&apos;s 41+ million African Americans. African Americans have a Gross Domestic Product of nearly $1.1 trillion dollars.  <br />
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The question becomes, "How will Punch TV compete with BET and TV One, two well-established networks that specifically target African American consumers?" Joseph Collins, Punch Television Network&apos;s Chief Executive Officer and "Entrepreneur of the Year" award winner, has an interesting answer to such a query. "We have submitted documents to Comcast and Dish Network to carry us on their systems which will expand our reach.  And, as you know, BET targets the 18-30 year old demographic while TV One targets African Americans over the age of 30. "In contrast" Mr. Collins continues, "Punch TV Network" targets its audiences based upon psycho-graphics and not merely demographics. As a family-based network, we offer programming for all ages. However, from a psycho-graphic perspective, we offer programming that is designed to quench African American&apos;s thirst for innovative programming." <br />
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Punch TV is the only African American network that brings a roster that includes such a high percentage of new programming. Marketing research reveals that African Americans tend to be trendsetters in areas such as apparel, automobiles, and food.  Punch TV has incorporated this pattern into its core programming.  Our late night show, hosted by Damien Hall (who is currently with the new jack swing group Guy), is sure to quench your late night thirst.  We have a complement of original talk shows, one of which stars veteran actress, singer, writer and producer, Sheryl Lee Ralph.  Punch TV has selected as one of its anchor shows, "Get Thee Behind Me", an original secular drama with faith-based messages that strategically integrates comedy. In addition, Punch TV has acquired rights to a never seen before documentary about the life and death of Michael Jackson-The King of Pop.                                                                                                                                                                                  <br />
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Punch TV Network differs from current "African American" television networks in another aspect. While definitely an African American network that uses research-driven approaches to target African Americans audiences, Punch TV was also designed to deliver entertainment to multicultural audiences.  Visit our website: punchtv.net. Punch TV represents a Multimedia experience that satisfies and excites viewers.<br />
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310-328-9400</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Rachel Ramos<br />Executive Producer<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-328-9400<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/96047">Click to Email Rachel Ramos</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=96047&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:53:11 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Punch TV Premieres, "Rapkind"</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">This is a new Urban Culture, and Music Series.</p><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) --06/06/2011 --  The Punch TV Network "A Choice blend of Urban Television" raps up its new show RapKind.  The music and urban culture news magazine will premiere on Mondays at 11pm and Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30pm.(These dates and times are subject to change) Creator and host, Mafiyo aka The Black Light, brings viewers the latest from the world of underground Hip-Hop and R &amp; B. Get the inside 4-1-1 on the hottest clubs, music videos,  and new performers. RapKind is also your ticket to concert and tour updates on your favorite R&amp; B and Hip-Hop groups. <br />
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This is not your parents&apos; music show! Forget top 40 talk! RapKind takes you backstage and behind doors to showcase the newest projects popping off in the music scene and beyond. Hear from seasoned gurus the real stories of living and performing in the industry. RapKind asks the questions you want answers to! Rapkind Entertainment is of the Hip-Hop and R&amp;B genre. The show will target 18-25year olds and all who love our broad range of guests when the new format rolls out on Punchtv Network in order to bring the next generation of consumer in touch with the latest and greatest in celebrity entertainment, and your product. We accomplish this goal by providing fresh and current interviews and performance clips of major stars and personalities conducted and introduced by Mafiyo. <br />
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RapKind showcases the best in live performances from new voices to celebrities and old school favorites. Scheduled for this summer&apos;s shows are Snoop Dogg in Hollywood, CA, Tigga of Young Money at the Colonial in Sacramento, CA., Vivica Fox at the Hagan Oaks Country Club in Sacramento.  Finishing the season will be performances from Nelly and FloRida at the Capital Mall and MC Lyte at Club Avalon, in Sacramento.    <br />
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If you&apos;re a music lover who&apos;s looking for a fresh new perspective on the music scene, RapKind is not to be missed. <br />
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This show is guaranteed entertainment, guaranteed fun. "Follow RapKind on the Punch TV Network this July on DirecTV channel 341" Contact Rachel Ramos rramos@punchtv.net 310-328-9400</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Rachel Ramos<br />Executive Producer<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-328-9400<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/95556">Click to Email Rachel Ramos</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=95556&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:11:13 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Punch TV Expands Its Animation Programming</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) --05/26/2011 --  In keeping with its company goal of providing original programming suitable for the entire family, Punch TV is pushing an aggressive plan to expand its animation programming. <br />
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Punch Television Network announced today that they have signed former Far East Disney Studio Production Manger Leo Sullivan to head-up its new animation division. Mr. Sullivan will be working closely with all Punch TV departments to create new and exciting animation projects. He will also be reviewing current animation programming for possible renewals, improvements, updates or possible cancellations. <br />
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A majority of the new animation projects will be geared to children, but with the success of Cartoon Network&apos;s Adult Swim, Punch TV is also hoping to offer new innovative animated series for adult viewers. <br />
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We are thrilled to have Mr. Sullivan join the Punch TV family, said Punch Television CEO Joseph Collins, "his pedigree in animation is unmatched in today&apos;s television landscape. I look forward to seeing what creative shows result from our collaboration.<br />
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Mr. Sullivan has worked for most of the major studios including Warner Brothers, Bob Clampett, Hanna Barbara, and DIC before moving onto form his own production studio. For 10 years his company produced animation and educational videos. In 1992 it reopened to resume multimedia production and distribution. Mr. Sullivan&apos;s work includes involvement with the groundbreaking Fat Albert series and Beany and Cecil from the 1960&apos;s.<br />
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For further details on Punch Television animation programming expansion, contact Media Director Rachel Ramos at (310) 328-9400 or e-mail her at rramos@punchtv.com.<br />
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Punch Television Network is committed to providing quality television suitable for the entire family. Punch Television Network serves over 19 million homes on Direct TV Channel 341.</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Rachel Ramos<br />Executive Producer<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-328-9400<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/94497">Click to Email Rachel Ramos</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=94497&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 13:05:57 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Punch Television Network Launches This Summer, for Those Who've Been Thirsting for More</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) -- 04/05/2011 --   Joseph Collins, founder and C.E.O of Punch Television Network, is now ready to quench our thirst. The Network installation is finally complete, now allowing him to broadcast live, and reach an estimated 480 million viewers.<br />
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Punch Television Network launches on DirecTV, this Summer, bringing a new perspective to network television. Dedicated to providing quality entertainment that the entire family can watch, Punch Television Network is set to be "the new media phenomenon", according to Executive Producer Rachel Ramos. Punch Television will not only be a premiere place to find television programming, it is also "wired" into the online community and prides itself on being accessible to the viewer. Viewers can submit their own projects, such as short films and documentaries, and will have the opportunity to have their work exposed to a national audience.<br />
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Punch Television Network is founded by entrepreneur Joseph Collins. Knowing how influential the shows of his youth were to his development(Three Stooges, Speed Racer, The Adams Family), Mr. Collins, is dedicated to creating television of worth to the viewer that can be enjoyed by the whole family together. As C.E.O. of Punch Television Network, Mr. Collins strives to set a new bar for broadcast television.<br />
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For more information on Punch Television Network visit:<br />
<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.punchtvnetwork.com" href="http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br />
Contact: Rachel Ramos @ rramos@punchtv.net or call 310-328-9400<br />
</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Rachel Ramos<br />Executive Producer<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-328-9400<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/86125">Click to Email Rachel Ramos</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=86125&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Go Platinum With Punch Press Release</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) -- 09/16/2010 --   Go Platinum With Punch! Punch Television Network Seeking Independent Music Artists to Sign.<br />
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Punch Television Network announces the launch of its music competition.  Seeking entrants from all over the world, Punch Television Network will pick the top ten artists to sign to the network and promote with the full force of the network.<br />
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Punch Television Network is in the business of making stars and is eager to expand into the music business.  Independent artists will send in their already produced album and those selected to win will have their album distributed, a music video made to air on the network, a potential show development deal and all the promotional powers of the network available to them to promote their album.  "I want to launch an deserving artists career and have them always be able to say, I got my start at Punch Television Network" CEO Joseph Collins.<br />
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Punch Television Network is a new national broadcast network that will broadcast to 250 affiliates in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean beginning in September 2010.  Dedicated to family-friendly and inspirational programming, Punch Television Network has over 30 original shows in production.  To find out more about Punch Television Network and Team One Million visit our website at <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.punchtv.net" href="http://www.punchtv.net">http://www.punchtv.net</a><br />
</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Jennifer McLean<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-538-4380<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/56820">Click to Email Jennifer McLean</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=56820&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:54:27 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Punch Television Network Reaches out to Artists With Team One Million</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">Punch Television Network is following through on its promise of accessibility with its Team One Million campaign, offering television artists of all kinds the chance to get the inside track at Punch Television Network.</p><p>Carson, California -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) -- 09/10/2010 --   Punch Television Network has launched a campaign to give artists easier access to the network with Team One Million. Those who register with the free program will have access to inside information about Punch Television Network casting and upcoming programming as well as be part of the first pool talent Punch Television Network will pull from when filling its vacancies.  <br />
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Punch Television Network prides itself on its accessibility to its audience as well as to the craftsmen and women who make television great.  If you are a good actor, writer, director, editor, camera person, or sound designer; we want to know about you.  "We are only as good as our team. Team one million is there to help us find the exact right people for the job.  We want to find the stars of tomorrow in whatever field they are in" says CEO Joseph Collins.   By joining Team One Million, participants will get inside access to <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.punchtv.net" href="http://www.punchtv.net">http://www.punchtv.net</a> and first notice of any casting or job opportunities.  <br />
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Punch Television Network is a new national broadcast network that will broadcast to 250 affiliates in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean beginning in September 2010.  Dedicated to family-friendly and inspirational programming, Punch Television Network has over 30 original shows in production.  To find out more about Punch Television Network and Team One Million visit our website at <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.punchtv.net" href="http://www.punchtv.net">http://www.punchtv.net</a><br />
</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Jennifer McLean<br />Punch Television Network<br />Telephone: 310-538-4380<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/56048">Click to Email Jennifer McLean</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtv.net">Http://www.punchtv.net</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=56048&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:30:11 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Punch Television Network Gets Tonyfied With Sheryl Lee Ralph</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">Tony nominated actress signs a deal with Punch Television Networkto become their new morning talk show host.

</p><p>Carson, CA -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/">SBWIRE</a>) -- 09/03/2010 --   Tony nominated actress Sheryl Lee Ralph has just signed on to join the Punch Television Network family.  Ms. Ralph has signed a deal making her Punch Television Network&apos;s first morning talk show host.  Punch Television Network will begin airing its programming in mid-September; broadcasting to 250 affiliates nationwide.<br />
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Nominated for a Tony in 1982 for her role as Deena Jones in  Dreamgirls, Ms. Ralph is best known for her role as, Dee, Moesha&apos;s stepmom on the long running sitcom Moesha.  In addition to being a veteran actress with credits a mile long, Ms. Ralph is also a singer, writer and producer. <br />
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Punch Television Network is eager to put Ms. Ralph and her many talents to use as the host of our new morning talk show.  "I know audiences will love her as much and even more than they already do when they get to see her doing her thing every morning on Punch Television Network", says C.E.O Joseph Collins.  Punch Television Network is dedicated to providing inspirational family-friendly programming that families can enjoy together. <br />
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For more information about Punch Television Network visit our website at:<br />
<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.punchtvnetwork.com" href="http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br />
</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Jennifer McLean<br />Punch Television Network<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/contact/55508">Click to Email Jennifer McLean</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com">Http://www.punchtvnetwork.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=55508&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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