http://www.hispanictips.com Hispanic & Latino News Redefined - Empowering & Engaging Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:18:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/25/pr-megatv-presents-a-new-afternoon-news-show-de-frente/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/25/pr-megatv-presents-a-new-afternoon-news-show-de-frente/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:13:49 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=169720 HispanicTips :: The Premier Hispanic & Latino News Service.]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/25/pr-megatv-presents-a-new-afternoon-news-show-de-frente/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/24/megatv-today-announced-the-debut-of-%e2%80%9cde-frente%e2%80%9d-a-news-program-that-will-air-mon-fri-at-5-pm-et/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/24/megatv-today-announced-the-debut-of-%e2%80%9cde-frente%e2%80%9d-a-news-program-that-will-air-mon-fri-at-5-pm-et/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:41:20 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=169295 HispanicTips :: The Premier Hispanic & Latino News Service.]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/24/megatv-today-announced-the-debut-of-%e2%80%9cde-frente%e2%80%9d-a-news-program-that-will-air-mon-fri-at-5-pm-et/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/19/pr-megatv-channel-55-in-houston-texas-reveals-its-2012-upfront-plans/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/19/pr-megatv-channel-55-in-houston-texas-reveals-its-2012-upfront-plans/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:43:20 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=168195 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/19/pr-megatv-channel-55-in-houston-texas-reveals-its-2012-upfront-plans/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/03/pr-megatv-promotes-marilyn-navarro-to-local-sales-manager/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/03/pr-megatv-promotes-marilyn-navarro-to-local-sales-manager/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:25:08 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=165700 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/01/03/pr-megatv-promotes-marilyn-navarro-to-local-sales-manager/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/11/09/paul-bouche-and-megatv-puerto-rico-celebrate-superb-audience-results-of-la-boca-loca-de-paul/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/11/09/paul-bouche-and-megatv-puerto-rico-celebrate-superb-audience-results-of-la-boca-loca-de-paul/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:59:40 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=159966
Since its launch on February 2011, "La Boca Loca de Paul" has achieved several important milestones confirming once again that this entertaining and winning format is a sure bet with Spanish language audiences of any origin.

Amongst its many achievements, the show regularly scores the #1 share and in numerous occasions also the #1 rating in the coveted demographic of persons 18 to 49 and persons 25 to 54 for MegaTV in Puerto Rico according to Mediafax research surveys.

Also, "La Boca Loca de Paul" was able to deliver excellent results as compared to its broadcast rivals, surpassing its nearest competitor America CV Network Puerto Rico (WJPX-TV Channel 24) regularly and even at times garnering higher ratings than established competitors like Telemundo Puerto Rico (WKAQ-TV/NBC Channel 2) in the 11 P.M. (ET) time period.

"These results make us happy and proud but more than anything make us thankful, because while we realize that they reflect the success of the program, more than anything they reflect the unconditional support of the audience which is the one that makes this possible," said Paul Bouche, the popular comedian, creator and host of the show.

"La Boca Loca de Paul" has been an integral part of our new strategy on the island and has helped us to position MegaTV in a very competitive market. Paul and his team have made this journey as enjoyable to the audience as to all of us here at MegaTV," said Jose R. Perez, Vice-President of Programming of MegaTV.

As part of the celebration for the outstanding results, Paul Bouche will be conducting a Media Tour in the United States and Puerto Rico promoting a whole month of special "La Boca Loca de Paul" programs from Thanksgiving through Christmas. "We want to celebrate the good news with our viewers and what better way of doing it than bringing them special episodes, with big guest stars and the unique style of our program during the whole holiday season," said Paul regarding the special programming.

"La Boca Loca de Paul" is a one hour daily variety comedy show produced by Astracanada Productions Inc. that features an entertaining mix of celebrity interviews, guest stars, audience interaction and games, with tons of humor, comedy and fun. For more information about the program please visit http://www.labocaloca.com.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is the largest publicly traded Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment company in the United States. SBS owns and/or operates 21 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Tropical, Mexican Regional, Spanish Adult Contemporary and Hurban format genres. SBS has 3 of the top 6 Spanish-language stations in the nation including the #1 Spanish station in America, WSKQ-FM in New York City (WPAT is ranked #3 and KLAX is ranked #6). The Company also owns and operates MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events throughout the country and operates LaMusica.com, a bilingual Spanish-English online site providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. The Company's corporate Web site can be accessed at http://www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

About Astracanada Productions Inc.
Astracanada Productions, Inc. is an EMMY® Award winning media Production Company. Founded in 1995, the company has created, developed, and produced over 6000 hours of entertainment Television and radio content in both Spanish and English. For more information visit: http://www.astracanada.com.

Media contact:
Contact MegaTV:
Vladimir Gomez 305-644-4817 vgomez@mega.tv
Contact Astracanada Productions:
Diego Tarantino 305-718-8878 info@astracanada.com
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"Los Implicados" is a daily, live forum of opposing opinions. A one-of-a-kind, hour-long analysis with experts and the major figures shaping today's news. The show will include audacious interviews by host Allan Villafana, who is known for his unique and extensive view of the reporting world. The show will also make active use of the Internet and social networks to connect with public opinion.

"I'm really happy to be back on the screens of millions of viewers in Puerto Rico with "Los Implicados." I'll be part of an investigation and analysis program which is definitely an alternative of information to the viewers of the island. "Los Implicados" is different in that it presents a very particular view of current affairs; I can't wait to get started on Monday October 24th and also to announce who will be our next participants on the show," said Allan Villafana.

"The arrival of the new season of Los Implicados at MegaTV is another reason of celebration for us. I am certain that this new and improved season of Los Implicados will be powerful and unexpected," said Jose R. Perez, Vice President of Programming for MegaTV. Furthermore, a new, elegant set and a new production team has injected new energy into a MegaTV franchise which has made history on our screens. We are all involved in the success of this great venture in which we want the viewer to be part of the process and not just a forgotten spectator," concluded the executive.

About Allan Villafana:

Villafana has traveled the world on assignments from the coverage of natural disasters to world events such as the Sydney Olympics in 2000 and Athens in 2004. He also became a war correspondent when Telemundo network sent him to Central Command on the As Sayliyah base at Doha, Qatar, in the Middle East during the Iraq invasion in 2003.

The journalist was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, and began work in his homeland after graduating from Ohio State University at Columbus with a journalism degree. During his professional career he has worked as a news reporter in San Francisco, California, New York City and Miami, Florida.

Since early 2006, Allan has been one of the most important personalities of the Spanish language television market in the U.S., through MegaTV. For a number of years he hosted the nighttime show Los Implicados; previously he had presented Paparazzi TV, Paparazzi TV Sensacional and Paparazzi Magazine, and also produced and hosted Xpediente, the only program on Spanish-language television dedicated to solving unsolved crimes.

Villafana has received numerous awards and nominations for his journalistic work, among them Emmy® nominations for news coverage; the National Association of Hispanic Journalists' prize for excellence for a special series and the recognition of U. S. Central Command and the Soldiers' Families Organization of "Operation Iraqi Freedom." He was also chosen by People en Espanol magazine as the United States' sexiest reporter.

Don't miss "Los Implicados" Monday-Friday at 6 p.m. (ET) on MegaTV: channel 60 in Puerto Rico, DIRECTV channel 169, Dish Network channel 60, One Link channel 60, Choice Cable channel 16, Liberty Cable channel 45, WWKQ- Quebradillas channel 26, WOST-Mayaguez channel 14.1, WQQZ- Ponce channel 33, WMEI-San Juan channel 14.1 and WMEI-Arecibo channel 14.1.

www.mega.tv
www.spanishbroadcasting.com
www.lamusica.com

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is the largest publicly traded Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment company in the United States. SBS owns and/or operates 21 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Tropical, Mexican Regional, Spanish Adult Contemporary and Hurban format genres. SBS has 3 of the top 6 Spanish-language stations in the nation including the #1 Spanish station in America, WSKQ-FM in New York City (WPAT is ranked #3 and KLAX is ranked #6). The Company also owns and operates MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events throughout the country and operates LaMusica.com, a bilingual Spanish-English online site providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. The Company's corporate Web site can be accessed at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

CONTACT: Vladimir Gomez, Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc., Director, Marketing and Communications, vgomez@mega.tv, +1-305-644-4817, Fax: +1-305-883-1269

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"Marilyn has extensive television industry sales experience and is a proven leader," said Albert Rodriguez, General Manager for Mega TV and Chief Revenue Officer of SBS consolidated operations. "We are confident that she will be a valuable contributor to the future success of Mega TV for years to come."

"I'm excited about this opportunity and very confident that I can lead the Mega TV Network to a dominant position in the regional television market," said Mrs. Navarro.

Navarro was previously an account executive for Mega TV. Prior to joining Mega TV, from 1987-2005, she was an account executive for WFOR CBS 4 in Miami, Florida. She also held account executive roles at TCI Media Services and National Cinema Network.

Navarro graduated from Miami Dade College. Among her passions, is her affinity with fitness and 5K marathon races in which she has participated in many occasions.

WHERE TO FIND MEGA TV

In your favorite Mega TV channel: channel 22 in Miami, channel 57 West Palm Beach, channel 38.2 Orlando, FL, channel 36.2 Tampa, FL, channel 40.2 Charleston, SC, channel 19.2 Palm Springs, CA, channel 33.2 Fresno, CA , channel 13 in Chicago, IL, channel 26 in Dallas, TX, channel 48.2 in New York, NY, Channel 23 Salt Lake City, UT , channel 405 DirecTV Mas in the main cities in the USA and Puerto Rico, and channel 3008 on AT&T U-verse in the main cities in the USA

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is the largest publicly traded Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment company in the United States. SBS owns and/or operates 21 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Tropical, Mexican Regional, Spanish Adult Contemporary and Hurban format genres. The Company also owns and operates Mega TV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events throughout the country and operates www.LaMusica.com, a bilingual Spanish-English online site providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. The Company's corporate Web site can be accessed at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

www.mega.tv

www.spanishbroadcasting.com

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