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Attention Families: Experience the "Minno Laugh and Grow Bible Christmas Special" in a Special and Free Way this Holiday Season

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season, Minno, the leading voice globally for using media to spark kids' imaginations and curiosity around God and the Bible, is delighted to bring families together to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with the "Minno Laugh and Grow Bible Christmas Special," in a special way.

Key Points: 
  • While the full "Minno Laugh and Grow Bible" animated series, including the "Christmas Special," is available all year for Minno App subscribers, this December, families are invited to experience the "Christmas Special" for free in a one-day global event.
  • On Dec 17th, families around the globe are invited to watch a free streaming video on the Minno YouTube channel with or without membership.
  • Based on the award-winning Bible, children can join Minno kids Margot, Lexi, Miguel, and Logan on a heartwarming journey through the Christmas story.
  • In addition to the Minno YouTube Channel, Minno is extending the "Minno Laugh and Grow Bible Christmas Special" reach by making it available on various platforms for a limited window.

PBS and BYUtv to premiere "Season of Light: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir" Featuring Disney and Broadway Star Lea Salonga and World-Renowned Actor Sir David Suchet

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Season of Light: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir" starring Tony Award-winning Disney and Broadway star Lea Salonga ("Mulan," "Miss Saigon") and world-renowned screen and stage actor Sir David Suchet ("Agatha Christie's Poirot") will premiere on PBS and BYUtv this December.

Key Points: 
  • The 90-minute "Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir" will premiere on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m.
  • Salonga joins The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square in singing cherished Christmas carols, hymns and holiday classics.
  • Lea Salonga is a multiple award-winning actress and singer renowned across the world for her powerful voice and perfect pitch.
  • Funding for "Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir" on PBS is provided, in part, by Ronald C. & Kaye Gunnell, Charles & Janet Stoddard and David B.

"Ruby and the Well" Takes Home Content Innovation Award at MIPCOM CANNES

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

PROVO, Utah, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv, the home of inspiring family entertainment – available over cable, satellite and free streaming – has been recognized with a Content Innovation Award at MIPCOM. "Ruby and the Well" was honored as "Best Live Action Kids Drama" in Cannes, France. It was nominated in its category along with "Macy Murdoch," "The Argonauts and the Gold Coin," "Phoenix Rise" and "Three."

Key Points: 
  • PROVO, Utah, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv , the home of inspiring family entertainment – available over cable, satellite and free streaming – has been recognized with a Content Innovation Award at MIPCOM.
  • It was nominated in its category along with "Macy Murdoch," "The Argonauts and the Gold Coin," "Phoenix Rise" and "Three."
  • We're honored to be recognized by the Content Innovation Awards and are grateful to be included with such brilliant nominees."
  • The Content Innovation Awards were presented in an exclusive partnership with MIPCOM celebrating companies that are making significant contributions to the transformation of the television industry.

BYUtv's "Studio C" Renewed for Seasons 17 & 18; Entire Original Cast to Return for 200th Episode

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

PROVO, Utah, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv, the home of inspiring family entertainment – available over cable, satellite and free streaming – today announced the renewal of long-running "Studio C" for two more seasons with a fall premiere of season 17 and a season 18 premiere in spring 2024. Season 18 will kick off with a celebratory hour-long 200th episode featuring 18 past and current cast members, including the return of all 10 originals. Every aired episode of the show is always available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org, and sketches will continue to be featured across social media.

Key Points: 
  • Season 18 will kick off with a celebratory hour-long 200th episode featuring 18 past and current cast members, including the return of all 10 originals.
  • The return of the entire original cast for the 200th episode honors the journey of this enduring series."
  • Seasons 17 and 18 will feature Garet Allen (seasons 10-18), Kiri Case (seasons 17-18), Carl Foreman (seasons 17-18), original cast member Jason Gray (seasons 1-9, 13-18), Dalton Johnson (seasons 6, 8-18), Jericho Lopez (seasons 16-18), Aleta Myles (seasons 17-18), Gabby Moore (seasons 16-18) and Tori Pence (seasons 6, 8-14, 16-18).
  • Original cast member Mallory Everton (seasons 1-9) and fellow former cast members Megan Rico (seasons 14-16) and Austin Williams (seasons 10-15) will make guest appearances in both seasons.

"A Kind of Spark" Adaptation Premieres on BYUtv in U.S. on World Autism Awareness Day

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

PROVO, Utah, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv, the home of inspiring family entertainment – available over cable, satellite and free streaming – announced the premiere date of its latest scripted series "A Kind of Spark," a powerful live-action adaptation of the award-winning novel by neurodivergent author Elle McNicoll. Set in both the present day and the 16th century, "A Kind of Spark" tells the inspirational story of Addie, an autistic girl who fights for acceptance in her community. It will premiere on April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day – with the first two episodes airing on BYUtv at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. MT/5 p.m. PT and the first five episodes available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org. 

Key Points: 
  • Set in both the present day and the 16th century, "A Kind of Spark" tells the inspirational story of Addie, an autistic girl who fights for acceptance in her community.
  • It will premiere on April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day – with the first two episodes airing on BYUtv at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. MT/5 p.m. PT and the first five episodes available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org.
  • For autistic teen Addie, every day is a challenge as she juggles school and friends with the added complexities of being neurodivergent.
  • Serving as a writer for the production, she was able to oversee and consult on key decisions throughout the adaptation process.

BYUradio Names Sam Payne Director of Audio Content & General Manager

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

PROVO, Utah, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The home of inspiring audio content, BYUradio, today announced Sam Payne, the host of its beloved "Apple Seed" storytelling show, as the new Director of Audio Content and General Manager. He will take on the duties of former general manager Don Shelline, who retired in December 2021. Sam's hire coincides with BYUradio's major strategic shift to a "podcast first" network, and Payne's central focus will be developing content for on-demand audiences across the country.

Key Points: 
  • PROVO, Utah, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The home of inspiring audio content, BYUradio , today announced Sam Payne, the host of its beloved "Apple Seed" storytelling show, as the new Director of Audio Content and General Manager.
  • He will take on the duties of former general manager Don Shelline, who retired in December 2021.
  • "Sam approaches his storytelling with such passion and conviction, and we know he'll bring that same energy to his new role as Director of Audio Content," said Jeff Simpson, BYU Broadcasting managing director.
  • We are all looking forward to working with him as BYUradio and our content continues to flourish.

"How I Got Here" Series Premiere & "Relative Race" Season 10 Bring Family History to Life on BYUtv This Fall

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

PROVO, Utah , July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv, a family entertainment network available over cable, satellite and free streaming, will showcase two family history-based reality shows this fall with brand-new immigrant legacy series "How I Got Here" on Oct. 2 at 6 p.m ET/4 p.m. MT/3 p.m. PT and the landmark 10th season of fan-favorite competition "Relative Race" on Sept. 18 at 9 p.m. ET/7 p.m. MT/6 p.m. PT. All aired episodes of both series will be available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org.

Key Points: 
  • All aired episodes of both series will be available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org.
  • Anyone watching these shows can feel inspired to get back to their roots, and in turn connect with their family, community and history."
  • The latest season of enduring fan-favorite "Relative Race" brings back the family competition with unique twists.
  • Based in Provo, Utah, BYUtv is part of BYU Broadcasting, which is owned by Brigham Young University.

"The Wizard of Paws" Season 4 and "Holly Hobbie" Seasons 4 & 5 Brighten BYUtv's Summer

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Friday, June 3, 2022

PROVO, Utah, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BYUtv, a family entertainment network available over cable, satellite and free streaming, today announced the premiere dates for two award-nominated returning shows this summer, including season four of uplifting unscripted show "The Wizard of Paws" about the creation of lifesaving prosthetics for animals in need, and both seasons four and five of fan-favorite dramedy "Holly Hobbie" about a teenager with big city dreams and an even bigger heart.

Key Points: 
  • BYUtv is now the commissioning broadcaster for seasons four and five of Daytime Emmy-nominated "Holly Hobbie," with previous seasons also available on Hulu and the Disney Channel.
  • The 10-episode season four of "The Wizard of Paws" will debut on both linear and streaming in June.
  • All released episodes of all seasons of both series will be available to stream for free on the BYUtv app and at BYUtv.org.
  • "Holly Hobbie" followsan aspiring singer-songwriter who isn't afraid to fight for causes she believes in, even if it ruffles feathers.

BYUtv Greenlights Season 2 of "Ruby and the Well" Ahead of Series Premiere

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

It has been a wish-come-true collaboration to work with Shaftesbury to develop this show from the minds of the creators of 'Dwight in Shining Armor.'"

Key Points: 
  • It has been a wish-come-true collaboration to work with Shaftesbury to develop this show from the minds of the creators of 'Dwight in Shining Armor.'"
  • BYUtv provides families more than 2,000 hours of entertaining and compelling programming they can enjoy together.
  • A digital pioneer, BYUtv was the first U.S. television network to stream all of its content live and unencrypted over the internet.
  • Based in Provo, Utah, BYUtv is part of BYU Broadcasting, which is owned by Brigham Young University.

BYUtv's Family Premiere Night Showcases "Ruby and the Well," "Relative Race" and "Malory Towers"

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

Anchoring Family Premiere Night is "Ruby and the Well," a family drama that follows the adventures of 14-year-old "Ruby O'Reilly" as she tries to grant wishes for the residents of the hard-luckruraltown of Emerald.

Key Points: 
  • Anchoring Family Premiere Night is "Ruby and the Well," a family drama that follows the adventures of 14-year-old "Ruby O'Reilly" as she tries to grant wishes for the residents of the hard-luckruraltown of Emerald.
  • The network's content is trusted, contemporary and clean, yet clever and sophisticated enough to inspire children and parents alike.
  • A digital pioneer, BYUtv was the first U.S. television network to stream all of its content live and unencrypted over the internet.
  • Based in Provo, Utah, BYUtv is part of BYU Broadcasting, which is owned by Brigham Young University.