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mun2′s sports recap, lifestyle show “The mun2 Arena” continues to deliver unmatched sports offerings customized for YLAs (young Latino Americans) with action-packed MMA coverage of UFC 128 Light Heavy Weight Champions Chap Mauricio “Shogun” Rua vs. Jon Jones, LIVE March 20 at 7:30pm ET/PT.

mun2 host Guad Venegas reports on one of the biggest weekends for Futbol Mexicano with Champions Monterrey hosting America, and Chivas in a must win home game against Queretaro.  Catch an exclusive interview with Mexican major league San Diego Padres Adrian Gonzalez, who shares with viewers what its been like to go from west coast to east coast all-star.   Also, the all-new entertaining “WTF” segment, which features the most outrageous sports moments of the week, spotlights NFL star Chad Ochocinco trying out for a soccer team.

“The mun2 Arena LIVE” continues to capture more YLAs (young Latino Americans) with a record high delivery during its Sunday, March 6 show, which grabbed 158,000 Persons 2+, and 46,000 Persons 18-34 during its Sunday 7:30pm ET/PT prime time slot. “The mun2 Arena LIVE” had its best month to date in February 2011 with 46,000 Persons 2+, 30,000 Persons 18-34 & 40,000 Persons 18-49. The show scored nearly 4 times more audience among YLAs and a growth of +167% in Persons 18-49 versus January 2011.

Comcast Hometown Network to launch a live, twice weekly, half-hour newscast “Upside” on Tuesday, March 15.

“Upside” on  features Comcast Hometown Network the positive side of news and covers stories not found on traditional local newscasts.  Upside’s slogan — “It’s All Good” – illustrates the program’s focus on what is going right in the world, the country, the state and in our local communities. The newscast, airing live at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and replaying at 10:00 p.m. on those evenings, features positive perspectives, in-depth news coverage, interviews, and commentary.

“Viewers are tired of the ‘if it bleeds, it leads’ mentality of some local newscasts that focus on crime and negative news,” said Jeff Giles, Director of Comcast Hometown Network.  “While we obviously need to pay attention to the negative stories that could potentially impact our lives, we felt that equal time should be spent on what is going right in our world.  Comcast Hometown Network’s Upside focuses on the good news and positive stories that don’t get enough news coverage.”

Sample segments on Upside include stories on advancements in transportation and their impact on the environment; the San Francisco Chapter of Mustaches For Kids, and their efforts to fundraise for children; and advice on how Americans can build up their savings.

Upside is hosted by anchor Tori Taylor, a former reporter for Current TV. Since coming to Comcast Hometown Network in 2009, Taylor has also served as a sideline reporter for Comcast Hometown Network prep football, and live sports broadcasts. Additional “on location” news coverage for the program is contributed by Upside reporter Myriah Johnson as well as New America Media (NAM) TV anchor Odette Keeley. Upside is produced by Amy Morrell and directed by Michael Serafin.

In addition to airing live on Channel 104, Upside will also be available any time of the day or night via Comcast’s popular ON DEMAND platform, which is free to Comcast digital customers.  To view past newscasts of Upside, Comcast Digital Cable customers can tune to Channel 1 on their Digital Cable lineup or press the ON DEMAND button on their remote control, then click on the “Get Local” section, click on Comcast Hometown Network and select “Upside.”

Producers Michael Rakosi and Anita Poll have announced that they are releasing a new webisode of YouTube series, “That Show with Michael Rakosi.”

“That Show with Michael Rakosi” is the first serious, sometimes quirky talk show about men, specifically 7 men who share their innermost thoughts about fear, manhood, danger and sexuality, anything but sports or politics.

In this never before seen Webisode, boxing legend, Tommy Gallagher (formerly of NBC’s “The Contender”) shares an uncensored, uncouth telling of his most outrageous challenger in his long run boxing career.  The five-minute outtake segment packs enough punch to earn a flagged-material censorship warning for all underage-viewing attempts.

“That Show with Michael Rakosi” has found a loyal following in YouTube visitors who have tuned in multiple times for all of the posted webisodes in the series.  This new material will be offered to cable & network producers as well as on-line content servers interested in interviewing Michael Rakosi and members of the cast in advance of the first airings of the webisode before it is made public on the YouTube archive. Real talk with real men.

As an avid art collector, business entrepreneur, culture magnet and sports enthusiast, Michael Rakosi is something of a Renaissance Man. After over 40 years of a successful business career in New York City, he decided to take on Show Business.

He has appeared on television programs such as “The Equalizer” and two episodes of the “Cosby Show” and acted in movies, including “Rooftops” directed by Robert Wise and “Price of Glory” directed by Carlos Avila.
He has hosted his own Cable TV program, “The Mike Rakosi Show,” and recently was seen and heard during the 2007 Super Bowl on a national Mercedes commercial, which also aired on the Academy Awards. In 2005, he began a new facet of his career, stand-up comedy.

He has appeared over 300 times at the famed Comic Strip in New York City, and comedy clubs in Cleveland, New Jersey, Long Island and Los Angeles. His Internet based talk show, “That Show with Michael Rakosi,” has become a sensation, with the show’s website, ThatshowwithMichaelRakosi.com rapidly approaching 300,000 hits.

Anita Poll is a television and theatrical producer with over 25 years of experience in award winning television commercials, short subject films, and television promotional spots.  She was Associate Producer of “Big Shoot,” an Off Broadway show, producer of “The Wedding,” and is currently producing an Off Broadway play about Gustav Mahler and Sigmund Freud.

Andy Clayman is a director, producer and founder of the creative marketing and development company, Mediaworks, Inc., based in New York City. In addition to directing and editing “That Show with Michael Rakosi,” Mr. Clayman has created the television program “Window to the Universe” narrated by Tom Brokaw, for WNYC (local PBS affiliate) in cooperation with the American Museum of Natural History.

Mr. Clayman also partnered with Adam Weinberg, Director of the Whitney Museum, to produce the multi media component of the blockbuster exhibition “Edward Hopper and the American Imagination.” Both Ruth Reichl and Frank Rich have written about Andy Clayman’s work. In 2004 Mediaworks was nominated for an Academy Award for the feature documentary film, “My Architect,” which the company produced.

Band Against MS (BAMS) has announce BAMS Bike Across Bhutan, an exhilarating 15-day bike tour through the captivating Kingdom of Bhutan in South Asia, Nov. 4–19, 2011.

This unique ride will help raise international awareness for multiple sclerosis (MS)—the leading cause of non-traumatic disability in young people throughout the world.

“MS affects people all over the globe,” says Clay Walker, president and founder of BAMS. “We wanted to take our initiatives to another part of the world, allowing riders to be immersed in one of the planet’s most unique cultures while raising awareness for this incredible cause.”

Bhutan, often referred to as the last Shangri-la, is truly a paradise on earth. Seemingly untouched by the outside world, this magical kingdom is located between India and Tibet, resting just below the breathtaking Himalayan Mountains.

On the tour, riders will experience a unique journey through the very best of Bhutan terrain. The trip itself covers 614 miles of exhilarating cycling, averaging 50 miles a day.

The BAMS Bike Across Bhutan is limited to just 20 riders, and those interested in participating are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible while space still remains.

Sinclair has entered into a multi-year agreement with Time Warner Cable for the carriage of 28 of the television stations Sinclair owns and/or operates in 17 markets.
The television stations and markets are:

• WLFL & WRDC (Raleigh, NC)
• WCGV & WVTV (Milwaukee, WI)
• KABB & KMYS (San Antonio, TX)

WSYX & WTTE (Columbus, OH), WSTR (Cincinnati, OH), WUTV & WNYO (Buffalo, NY), WSYT & WNYS (Syracuse, NY), WXLV & WMYV (Greensboro, NC), WRGT & WKEF (Dayton, OH), WGME (Portland, ME), WUHF (Rochester, NY), WDKY (Lexington, KY), WCHS & WVAH (Charleston, WV), WTAT & WMMP (Charleston, SC), WTVZ (Norfolk, VA), WPGH & WPMY (Pittsburgh, PA), and KBSI (Cape Girardeau, MO).

TWC will produce a 6:30am, 6:00pm and 11:00pm  half-hour local news program, Monday through Friday, on Sinclair’s ABC affiliate, WXLV-TV, in Greensboro/Winston-Salem, NC beginning January 2012.

The big game is coming to Cowboys Stadium, so the Dallas Palomino Restaurant is giving fans a way to root for their team by choosing one of two special, team-themed appetizer-and-beer combos.

WHO: Palomino Restaurant & Bar
WHAT: Team-Themed Appetizer-and-Beer Combinations:

GREEN BAY
Smoked Mozzarella Bruschetta ($11)

Wisconsin smoked mozzarella, arugula-tomato confit

Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer – VS – PITTSBURGH

Pierogies ($11)

Wilted Savoy cabbage, applewood-smoked bacon, caramelized onions

Iron City Beer
WHERE: Palomino Restaurant

500 Crescent Court, Suite 165
Dallas, Texas 75201
WHEN: Thursday, February 3 through Sunday, February 6

The Super Bowl is coming to Texas and bringing the biggest stars from across the country for the biggest sporting event of the year.  The National Domestic Violence Hotline, based in Austin, Texas, is pleased the leader of the NFL, Commissioner Roger Goodell, is joining the National Domestic Violence Hotline to help bring awareness to domestic violence and to celebrate the 15th Anniversary.

The Commissioner joins Dallas Cowboys superstar Jason Witten, baseball great Joe Torre and a Fabulous Array of Stars who are kicking off a year-long campaign for the National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) to help end domestic violence.

The Hotline is also pleased that one of the most accomplished performers of the last decade, honorary committee member Christina Aguilera will sing the National Anthem at the big event.  She has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide.

Roger Goodell is the eighth chief executive in the NFL’s 90-year history. He has addressed a wide range of issues, including personal conduct.

Pro Bowl Tight End, Dallas Cowboys Star Jason Witten witnessed family violence as a child.  He started the SCORE Foundation to work with families in crisis.  “The National Domestic Violence Hotline has done so much for victims of abuse over the last 15 years. People forget how prevalent domestic violence is and how it affects society, families and children. I am pleased to do my part to break the cycle of violence in our families in the future,” said Witten.

Joe Torre is Chairman of the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation. Its mission is to develop educational programs that will end the cycle of domestic violence and save lives.  Torre won four World Series Championships (1996, 1998, 1999 and 2000) for the New York Yankees.

The Hotline receives about 23,500 calls each month and has answered over 2.3 million calls. The special 15th Anniversary Honorary Committee will increase awareness that help is available, and this awareness offers opportunities to let more people know that domestic violence can and must be stopped.

Dyanne Purcell, CEO of The National Domestic Violence Hotline said “The Hotline is honored to have such prominent leaders like Roger Goodell, Jason Witten and Joe Torre join the cause and help raise awareness about domestic violence. The Hotline is open 24-hours a day, every day, with assistance in 170 languages.  1-800-799-SAFE is a life-line for women, men, children and families in danger and offers victims and those who care about them help and hope.”

In a move sure to satisfy Super Bowl advertising fans, Mars Chocolate North America announced today that its SNICKERS  Brand will continue its successful “You’re Not You When You’re Hungry” campaign with a new television commercial that will air during the third quarter of Super Bowl XLV.

The spot, called “Logging,” features comedic icons Richard Lewis and Roseanne Barr.  Lewis and Barr prove that “You’re Not You When You’re Hungry” and remind consumers that SNICKERS continues to satisfy hunger.  Other icons who’ve appeared in the campaign include Betty White and Abe Vigoda.

The new commercial, which was created by BBDO New York, also includes a series of print and digital advertisements featuring Barr and Lewis.  Lewis will also play a starring role in a bonus interactive experience on the SNICKERS YouTube page that will launch in concert with the television ad during the Super Bowl.

“The Super Bowl ranks as the world’s greatest marketing stage so it’s important our newest ‘You’re Not You When You’re Hungry’ SNICKERS spot has a starring role this year,” said Debra A. Sandler, Chief Consumer Officer at Mars Chocolate North America.  “We think the addition of Richard Lewis and Roseanne Barr to this iconic campaign will satisfy Super Bowl ad fans’ appetites for a laugh this year.”

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) will broadcast ‘UNCF An Evening of Stars’ Tribute to Chaka Khan presented by Target nationally on more than 40 stations in major markets on Saturday, January 29 and on Sunday, January 30 on BET Networks at 10 p.m. ET and WGN America at 3:00 a.m. CT.  Six-time Emmy Award winner Louis J. Horvitz is executive producer and director of UNCF An Evening of Stars.

With more than 40 years in music behind her, Grammy-winning soulstress Chaka Khan will be serenaded from the UNCF An Evening of Stars® stage by an all-star lineup of entertainers as she is presented with the UNCF Award of Excellence.  The award is given to an artist whose career and support of UNCF and minority education has been exemplary.

The roster of performers includes Stevie Wonder, Fantasia, Angie Stone, Melanie Fiona, Ledisi, El DeBarge, Estelle, Faith Evans, Ginuwine, Bettye LaVette, Herbie Hancock, Indira Khan and Mark Stevens. The parade of celebrities joining UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax in celebrating Khan’s career include Mo’Nique, Akon, LeVar Burton, Kim Coles, Taraji P. Henson, Quincy Jones, Tom Joyner, CNN’s Soledad O’Brien, Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker, Amber Riley, Bobb’e J. Thompson, Tracie Thoms, Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson, Lauren Velez and a special taped appearance by Mary J. Blige.

“This year’s UNCF An Evening of Stars® is exciting and filled with high-energy performances of Chaka Khan’s greatest hits such as ‘Tell Me Something Good,’ ‘What Cha Gonna Do for Me?’ and many others from her extensive song book, as we celebrate not only her contribution to the music industry but her dedication to minority education,” said Dr. Lomax. “We are grateful for the support of all of our celebrities, sponsors and supporters, who understand the importance of education and are helping UNCF ensure that every child gets a good education from pre-school through college.”

The stars on the UNCF An Evening of Stars® stage contributed not only their renditions of Khan’s greatest hits, but special appeals to help UNCF students whose graduation is threatened by the lingering recession.  Layoffs, pay cuts, and the disappearance of many private student loan programs have left students owing money for tuition, text books, and dormitory rooms–bills that must be paid before they can graduate.  From the stage and in videotaped appeals, celebrities ask the show audience and television viewers to text “UNCF” to 50555 on their cell phones to donate $10 to help students walk the last mile of their education.  To learn more, visit www.uncf.org and click on the Campaign for Emergency Student Aid icon.

Target serves as the Presenting Sponsor of UNCF An Evening of Stars®.  National corporate sponsors include AT&T and McDonald’s.  Longtime UNCF partner Wells Fargo is an official sponsor along with BET Networks and WGN America.  Other sponsors include national media partner Clear Channel, major sponsor U.S. Army and American Airlines is the official airline of UNCF An Evening of Stars.

The four-team college hockey tournament started in 1952 and continues to grow in popularity. Boston College, Boston University, Harvard and Northeastern will battle for bragging rights in the 59th edition of the Beanpot on Feb. 7 and Feb. 14.

Join Bud Light to watch the 2011 Beanpot at eight viewing parties.

Feb. 7, 5:30-7:30pm

• McGann’s
• Sullivan’s Tap
• North Star
• The Harp

Feb. 14, 5:30-7:30pm

• Grand Canal
• Sports Grille Boston
• Hurricane O’Reilly’s
• The Greatest Bar