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Black Health Matters Summit & Expo Returns to Los Angeles

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a triumphant debut in Los Angeles in 2022, Black Health Matters (BHM) is once again bringing its nationally acclaimed health summit series to the west coast. On Saturday, October 7, 2023, the Black Health Matters Fall Health Summit & Expo will be held at St. Anne's Family Services Conference Center, 155 N. Occidental Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM PST/11:30 AM to 6:30 PM EST. The Summit is FREE, open to the community, and offers attendees the option of attending either in-person or virtually. This event is like none other, connecting medical clinicians, authorities on health, wellness and chronic illness, patient advocates and celebrity guests who are eager to bring health awareness to the public. Attendees will be treated to stimulating and informative panel discussions, presentations, energizing fitness sessions, and free health screenings and immunizations. Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be offered, and FREE giveaways and prizes will be distributed throughout the day. To register go to www.bhmfallsummit2023.com for in-person or virtual attendance.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a triumphant debut in Los Angeles in 2022, Black Health Matters (BHM) is once again bringing its nationally acclaimed health summit series to the west coast.
  • On Saturday, October 7, 2023, the Black Health Matters Fall Health Summit & Expo will be held at St. Anne's Family Services Conference Center, 155 N. Occidental Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM PST/11:30 AM to 6:30 PM EST.
  • "We are thrilled that Black Hollywood is rallying behind us to help us inspire, inform, uplift and empower people by linking leading health experts and advocates with attendees," says Roslyn Young-Daniels, founder, and president of Black Health Matters.
  • Everyone who attends the Black Health Matters Summit & Expo will be able benefit from free on-site health screenings and testing, such as mammograms, diabetes, hypertension, heart function, anemia, blood glucose, blood hemoglobin, adequate oxygenation, plus more to be announced.

Urban One Inc.'s Reach Media Announces Syndication of the new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.

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  • SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.
  • Ryan has been described as the media force the public loves to love, and his show—pure rambunctious, raucous, revelry!
  • "When people ask me what Ryan Cameron Uncensored is about, besides all the fun, it's really about being able to educate our listeners as well as entertain," he said.
  • He joins celebrated hosts in the Reach Media portfolio, including Rickey Smiley, Erica Campbell, DL Hughley, and Amanda Seales.

Bounce renews 'Johnson' for season three, debuts Aug. 5, 'Act Your Age' summer run launches June 3

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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ATLANTA, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce TV, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, announced today a jam-packed slate of new original programming, including the renewal of the hit series "Johnson" for a third season, the return of the new smash comedy "Act Your Age" and the premiere of a Juneteenth original documentary special celebrating a civil rights leader, "Xernona Clayton: A Life in Black and White."

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  • The second season saw the series touch on hot-button topics including fatherhood, classism and the ever-evolving relationship dynamics between Black men and women.
  • The premieres kick off the second half of the 16-episode first season of "Act Your Age," running weekly on Saturday nights through the summer.
  • Leading up to the summer run, Bounce will air the first seven spring episodes in double-features every Saturday night at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT starting April 29.
  • Average delivery across the six episodes (Bounce 8p, 8:30p, 11p, 11:30p and ION 11p, 11:30p).

Janssen Launches Health Equity Campaign in Partnership with Award-Winning Radio Host D.L. Hughley to Raise Awareness About Multiple Myeloma Among Black Communities

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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HORSHAM, Pa., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today the launch of That's My Word™ to raise awareness of and help to drive better health outcomes for multiple myeloma among at-risk populations. A national campaign bringing together trusted voices among Black communities, including those at risk of multiple myeloma, care partners, healthcare professionals, advocacy groups and award-winning radio host and comedian D.L. Hughley, That's My Word™ aims to be a source of both information and hope by sharing resources specifically for Black patients and their care partners about this rare blood cancer.

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  • A national campaign bringing together trusted voices among Black communities, including those at risk of multiple myeloma, care partners, healthcare professionals, advocacy groups and award-winning radio host and comedian D.L.
  • Hughley is partnering with Janssen to empower Black communities with information and encourage better self-advocacy for their health.
  • Janssen continues to partner with the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), which is equally passionate in combating healthcare disparities in multiple myeloma.
  • "Multiple myeloma is too often still diagnosed late or remains undiagnosed altogether in Black communities.

AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL PRODUCERS TO LAUNCH A NEW COMEDY EVENT -- BECAUSE THEY’RE FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL HOSTED BY EVENTS DC

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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ABFF Ventures LLC today announced the launch of Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event showcasing comedic talent within BIPOC communities.

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  • ABFF Ventures LLC today announced the launch of Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event showcasing comedic talent within BIPOC communities.
  • A spinoff of the American Black Film Festival, BTF will propel a new generation of stand-up comedians to stardom and showcase content in the comedy genre.
  • The festival, programmed for comedy fans and industry professionals alike, will take place October 6-8, 2023, at The Wharf on the Southwest Waterfront in Washington, DC.
  • Events DC, the premier host of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events in the nation’s capital, is the festival’s presenting partner.

THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE ANNOUNCES THE "STRAIGHT JOKES, NO CHASER COMEDY TOUR" IN PARTNERSHIP WITH URBAN VIBE ENTERTAINMENT

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Urban Vibe Entertainment, The Black Promoters Collective is happy to announce their first Comedy tour, "Straight Jokes, No Chaser Comedy Tour." The event hosted by Mike Epps features standup comedy greats Cedric The Entertainer, Earthquake, D.L. Hughley, and DC Young Fly. Selling out arenas with their R&B tours this past year, the collective is now expanding its promotion into the comedy industry with this 23-city tour. The tour starts on Saturday, March 4, in Indianapolis, IN, and ends on Saturday, May 27, in Las Vegas, NV.

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    NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Urban Vibe Entertainment, The Black Promoters Collective is happy to announce their first Comedy tour, "Straight Jokes, No Chaser Comedy Tour."
  • Selling out arenas with their R&B tours this past year, the collective is now expanding its promotion into the comedy industry with this 23-city tour.
  • The tour starts on Saturday, March 4, in Indianapolis, IN, and ends on Saturday, May 27, in Las Vegas, NV.
  • Actor and comedian Mike Epps has been known to bring down the house with non-stop laughter for his unforgettable nights of comedy.

CURE Media Group announces D.L. Hughley as keynote panel moderator for the 2022 Multiple Myeloma Heroes and Health Equity Heroes awards

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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    Urban One's Reach Media and Comedian-Actress Amanda Seales Announce Partnership for New Syndicated Radio Show and Podcast

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    Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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    The Amanda Seales syndicated radio show and accompanying podcast premieres on November 7th on WRNB 100.3 FM Philadelphia and is available for distribution to additional radio stations.

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    • The Amanda Seales syndicated radio show and accompanying podcast premieres on November 7th on WRNB 100.3 FM Philadelphia and is available for distribution to additional radio stations.
    • "I am beyond excited to be partnering with Radio One and Reach Media to launch The Amanda Seales Show.
    • As leaders in mainstream urban, urban AC, and inspirational music with the top talent in syndicated radio programing, Reach Media connects with ninety percent of Black America.
    • Amanda is a very versatile talent, excelling as a comedian, speaker, actress and social influencer," said David Kantor, CEO of Urban One's Radio One and Reach Media divisions.

    Urban One, Inc. Third Quarter 2022 Results Conference Call

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    Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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    WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban One, Inc. (NASDAQ: UONEK; UONE) will be holding a conference call for investors, analysts and other interested parties to discuss its results for the third fiscal quarter of 2022.

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    • WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban One, Inc. (NASDAQ: UONEK; UONE) will be holding a conference call for investors, analysts and other interested parties to discuss its results for the third fiscal quarter of 2022.
    • The conference call is scheduled for Thursday, November 03, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
    • A replay of the conference call will be available from 1:00 p.m. EDT November 03, 2022 until 11:55 p.m. EST November 06, 2022.
    • Access to live audio and a replay of the conference call will also be available on Urban One's corporate website at www.urban1.com .

    Urban One Hires PR Veteran to Lead Corporate Communications

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    Monday, September 26, 2022
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    SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban One (NASDAQ: UONEK) today announced that public relations veteran Tony Robinson has joined the company as Vice President, Corporate Communications.

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    • SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban One (NASDAQ: UONEK) today announced that public relations veteran Tony Robinson has joined the company as Vice President, Corporate Communications.
    • Robinson brings 30 years of experience in radio and public/government affairs to the newly created role that will collaborate on internal and external communications activity across all Urban One brands and platforms.
    • After 25 years of government, higher education, and corporate public relations, he founded Robinson Public Affairs, LLC (RPA), a full-service strategic communications and stakeholder engagement firm based in Washington, DC.
    • Urban One, Inc.(urban1.com), together with its subsidiaries, is the largest diversified media company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers in the United States.