MIAMI, July 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Mega TV, part of
the Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS-NASDAQ: SBSAD) family
announces the return of the unique independently produced poker
game show "Latino Poker Series," now better than ever with a full
one-hour episode of the most captivating poker tournaments every
night.
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"Latino Poker Series" is a television first, the only
Spanish-language poker television show in the US Hispanic Market.
Viewers will enjoy an action-packed hour of poker in its
environment, and experience first hand the high speed of the game
-- exclusively on Mega TV, Monday through Friday at Midnight.
Poker is the third most-watched game globally, and "Latino Poker
Series" will celebrate the fascinating game by bringing viewers
face-to-face with this powerful gaming series. The widespread
popularity of poker has grown into a substantial industry among
Hispanics, making it the fastest-growing among gamers
everywhere.
"Today we are airing our revamped one (1) hour show. We are very
excited to air this pilot series and bring Poker to the Hispanic
community," stated William Riveron,
Executive Producer & CEO of Latino Poker Series, Inc.
"Mega TV is honored to be part of this unique and sensational
project, first of its kind in the Spanish-language television
market. The passion for the game of Poker has really caught the
attention of millions of viewers, and each week more people
continue to discover and enjoy these tournaments. Mega TV confirms
its commitment to bring premieres and original programming to the
Spanish- speaking audience by supporting this independent series as
it extends to a one hour show," stated, Jose R. Perez, VP of Programming for Mega
TV.
Joining the players of "Latino Poker Series," are three great
"Poker" enthusiasts: As commentator Danny
Rivera, a radio personality and a distinctive voice of the
advertising world. Yami Quintero, a
broadcast professional that serves as the host of the show, and
Artie Rodriguez, an avid poker
player with over 25 years of experience as the color analyst.
Don't miss the one hour premiere of "Latino Poker Series,"
tonight at Midnight, exclusively on Mega TV.
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 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
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.
www.mega.tv
www.spanishbroadcasting.com
www.lamusica.com
Vladimir Gomez
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Director, Marketing and Communications
vgomez@mega.tv
7007 NW 77 AVE
Miami, Fl. 33166
305-644-4800 Ext 1517
Fax- 305-883-1269
Cell- 786-306-1932
"Latino Poker Series" Media Contact:
Rita Hernandez
Latino Poker Series
Chief of Operations
rh@latinopokerseries.com
(305) 597-5454
William Riveron
Latino Poker Series
Executive Producer & CEO
wriveron@latinopokerseries.com
(305) 597-5454
SOURCE Mega TV