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Up-Streaming! Your Home TV with Kathy Ireland Charts Rapid Growth, Providing Subscription-FREE Family Friendly Programs Available on Smart Devices Worldwide

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

TAMPA, Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Your Home TV launched as an independent OTT (over-the-top) streaming network in 2022 and has quickly gained attention as a disruptive innovator in the streaming industry. The fast-growing VOD (video-on-demand) network appeals to today's on the move smart device viewers and provides immediate access to programs without subscription fees, or app download. These advances combine to deliver a viewing experience substantially more convenient than network television, cable channels, or other large streaming platforms today.

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There are No Apps to Download, No Subscription Fees, and Viewers Access Videos-On-Demand Quickly with Mobile Devices, Pads, Laptops, or Desktops.
The fast-growing VOD (video-on-demand) network appeals to today's on the move smart device viewers and provides immediate access to programs without subscription fees, or app download.
"Your Home TV provides a low cost, high visibility gateway for brands to reach new audiences through streaming.
"We are delighted with the growth of Your Home TV," says Kathy Ireland, Chair and CEO of kathy ireland Worldwide (kiWW), the 14th most powerful brand in the world, per License Global!

GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES TO LAUNCH ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

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NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family, the home of quality content celebrating family, faith, and country, announced it will soon launch GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, mystery movie franchises which star some of the network's most beloved talent. Great American Family announced the first movie in Great American Mysteries inaugural launch is, "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker," starring Candace Cameron Bure ("Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," "My Christmas Hero") and Aaron Ashmore ("Ginny & Georgia"). "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker" is adapted from bestselling novelist Candace Havens' book of the same name. Great American Mysteries is the new home for a variety of thrilling whodunnits featuring beloved Great American Family stars and the network will announce more new original mystery movie series in the next few weeks.

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CANDACE CAMERON BURE STARS IN FIRST-EVER MYSTERY MOVIE FRANCHISE FOR GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, 'THE AINSLEY MCGREGOR MYSTERIES: A CASE FOR THE WINEMAKER'
NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family, the home of quality content celebrating family, faith, and country, announced it will soon launch GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, mystery movie franchises which star some of the network's most beloved talent.
Great American Family announced the first movie in Great American Mysteries inaugural launch is, "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker," starring Candace Cameron Bure ("Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," "My Christmas Hero") and Aaron Ashmore ("Ginny & Georgia").
"The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker" is adapted from bestselling novelist Candace Havens' book of the same name.
Great American Mysteries is the new home for a variety of thrilling whodunnits featuring beloved Great American Family stars and the network will announce more new original mystery movie series in the next few weeks.

Energy Raven Launches to Revolutionize and Accelerate Home Intelligence in the U.S.

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

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OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Energy Raven, the groundbreaking AI-powered energy analysis software, has officially launched, marking the first milestone in its journey toward transforming how homeowners approach home performance. Originally created as an internal corporate innovation project, Energy Raven has evolved into a nationally-scaled company with steadfast support from American Family Insurance.

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Originally created as an internal corporate innovation project, Energy Raven has evolved into a nationally-scaled company with steadfast support from American Family Insurance .
Energy Raven now stands poised to bring its transformative solutions to homeowners across the United States.
Benefits of Energy Raven Solution:
Comprehensive Energy Insights: Energy Raven provides a holistic understanding of a property's energy performance, providing homeowners with actionable insights.
"As Energy Raven takes flight independently, it signifies a pivotal moment in our journey," said Shannon Bloemker , CEO and founder of Energy Raven.

AM Best Downgrades and Withdraws Credit Ratings of Trusted Resource Underwriters Exchange

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to B++ (Good) from A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “bbb+” (Good) from “a-” (Excellent) of Trusted Resource Underwriters Exchange (TRUE) (St. Petersburg, FL).

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AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to B++ (Good) from A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “bbb+” (Good) from “a-” (Excellent) of Trusted Resource Underwriters Exchange (TRUE) (St. Petersburg, FL).
Concurrently, AM Best has maintained the under review status for these Credit Ratings (ratings) and revised the implications status to developing from negative.
For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .
For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA PROUDLY PRESENTS THE WORLDWIDE PREMIERE OF 'COUNTY RESCUE'

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media proudly announces its first Original Series, "County Rescue," the much-anticipated faith and family action drama about EMTs and paramedics in personal and professional extremes, will make its worldwide debut on the company's streaming platform, Great American Pure Flix beginning Friday, February 23 and feature new episodes every Friday for the series' first season of five episodes. Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run. "County Rescue" tells the story of one EMT unit whose medical team saves lives while guiding themselves and each other through journeys of love, hope and faith. The series features a remarkable ensemble cast led by Julia Reilly and Riley Hough alongside co-stars Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Ross, Keller Fornes, Angel Luis, and Curtia Torbert. Music star Colton Dixon also guest stars.

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Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run.
These are the everyday heroes who make communities across America great," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
"The series is about discovering oneself and who we are each meant to be while working alongside those who care about us.
As Duke tells the team he is going on leave to get help, Chief Scotty also has news.

GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024 WILL BE FRAMED BY ONE OF TELEVISION'S MOST ICONIC LATINO FACES

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media announced it has signed Emmy® Award winning host and actor, Mario Lopez to a multi-picture, multi-year deal to star in content across the company's vast media portfolio which includes linear networks Great American Family, Great American Faith & Living, Great American Pure Flix, Great American Adventures, and digital channel, Great American Faith & Home, with a focus to showcase diverse talent in front of the camera. Broader terms of the deal are not disclosed.

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GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA SIGNS EMMY® AWARD WINNING HOST AND ACTOR, MARIO LOPEZ TO MULTI-PICTURE, MULTI-YEAR DEAL TO SHOWCASE DIVERSE TALENT
NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media announced it has signed Emmy® Award winning host and actor, Mario Lopez to a multi-picture, multi-year deal to star in content across the company's vast media portfolio which includes linear networks Great American Family, Great American Faith & Living, Great American Pure Flix, Great American Adventures, and digital channel, Great American Faith & Home, with a focus to showcase diverse talent in front of the camera.
Lopez will be a major part of Great American Christmas 2024, starring in content for Great American Family where he joins a family of iconic TV stars who have made Great American Christmas a leader in original Christmas content.
Great American Christmas 2024 returns in October.
"Mario Lopez has entertained millions of people for almost four decades," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

American Family Insurance DreamBank unveils free video series for aspiring entrepreneurs featuring Kathy Ireland

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Monday, February 5, 2024

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MADISON, Wis., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Family Insurance DreamBank announces a new collaboration with renowned supermodel turned entrepreneur Kathy Ireland, an innovative video series empowering aspiring and new entrepreneurs.

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MADISON, Wis., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Family Insurance DreamBank announces a new collaboration with renowned supermodel turned entrepreneur Kathy Ireland, an innovative video series empowering aspiring and new entrepreneurs.
Ireland, an American Family Insurance ambassador since 2011 and its longest serving ambassador, is committed to the company's mission to inspire, protect and restore dreams.
The videos are now available on Facebook and the American Family Insurance DreamBank website., free to the public.
DreamBank and Kathy Ireland are excited to offer this educational resource to entrepreneurs seeking guidance on building and growing their brands.

GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY PRESENTS 'GREAT AMERICAN RESCUE BOWL,' STARRING BETH STERN, DAN MANNARINO, AND BRIAN BALTHAZAR, FEBRUARY 11

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

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NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family announced its annual "Great American Rescue Bowl," created in partnership with North Shore Animal League America, will premiere on the network, Sunday, February 11 (12 p.m,-2 p.m. ET)/9 a.m.-11 a.m. PT). The program is a fun and interactive way to raise the awareness of the huge number of wonderful animals in local shelters across the country and has been highly successful at increasing the adoption rate several fold during The Big Game weekend. Since 1944, North Shore Animal League America has saved more than 1.1 million pet lives through the organization's medical care, vaccination programs, and the ultimate pet lifesavers – rescue and adoption. Renowned animal advocate, bestselling author and Animal League America Board member, Beth Stern, who has personally placed more than 2,000 fosters over the years, returns to host "Great American Rescue Bowl," along with TV personality and producer, Brian Balthazar, and 13-time Emmy®-winning Pix11 morning news anchor, Dan Mannarino.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family announced its annual "Great American Rescue Bowl," created in partnership with North Shore Animal League America, will premiere on the network, Sunday, February 11 (12 p.m,-2 p.m.
"We are deeply grateful for the heartfelt support of the entire Great American Media family," said Joanne Yohannan, Senior Vice President, Operations, North Shore Animal League America.
"Great American Rescue Bowl 2024" features a tail-biter of a bowl game between The Adorables v The Cuddlers with a halftime show that will melt hearts.
Great American Family knows there's a football game on February 11.

New MassMutual research: How have families and belief in the American dream changed?

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

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These findings are detailed in the latest State of the American Family survey from MassMutual , nationally representative of age, gender, race, ethnicity and education.

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These findings are detailed in the latest State of the American Family survey from MassMutual , nationally representative of age, gender, race, ethnicity and education.
While over two in five believe that the American dream is disappearing (similar to 2013 findings and a 9-point increase compared to 2018), a family’s financial security remains the top defining factor of the American dream (69%).
Surprisingly, paying for higher education for children saw one of the most dramatic drops in the last five years.
The survey comprised 1,674 interviews with American households with children under age 26 for whom they are financially responsible.

CHRISTMAS WINS! ACTRESS DANICA MCKELLAR AND GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY CHIEF BILL ABBOTT CELEBRATE HOLIDAY MILESTONES

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

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DALLAS, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former 'The Wonder Years' TV icon and bestselling author Danica McKellar joined Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media as the pair feted media and advertisers on an elegant night out near company headquarters in Dallas to celebrate the success of Great American Family being the fastest-growing cable TV network in all of 2023.

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DALLAS, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former 'The Wonder Years' TV icon and bestselling author Danica McKellar joined Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media as the pair feted media and advertisers on an elegant night out near company headquarters in Dallas to celebrate the success of Great American Family being the fastest-growing cable TV network in all of 2023.
McKellar is celebrating the success of her original movies for Great American Family, including the recent World Premiere of "A Royal Date for Christmas."
Abbott's holiday presents include his new cable network becoming a leading contender in the Christmas genre with 21 original holiday films (second only to Hallmark) and a growing library of quality original family-friendly content for linear on Great American Family and streaming at Great American Pure Flix.