In a press release today, National Lampoon, Inc. announced that Envision Radio Networks has been selected to syndicate it “National Lampoon’s Comedy Countdown” show. It will be available in Rock, Country and AC formats. It is produced by the National Lampoon Radio Network.
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According to the release “The three hour countdown show features the best comedy from big name and up and coming comics, comedy clubs, sketch troupes, producers and morning shows from around the country blended with different comedian guests each week.“
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It will be hosted by Kent Emmons and Kerri Kasem and will be set in their beach house in
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Here is what he had to comment on it:
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"This show is a total blast to do. You'll hear everything from the likes of our friends Jerry Seinfeld and Adam Sandler to the fastest rising comedy stars just hitting the national scene. It's truly the best of the best comedy on the radio.”
He says that the show will interact with the audience:
“Something that makes the countdown really unique is that the audience actually votes the bits on, off and up and down the charts. We're really excited to be working with Envision on this show.”
Danno Wolkoff, President and CEO of Envision Radio Networks said this:
"National Lampoon is a household name when it comes to comedy, In addition, Kent brings with him some of the heaviest hitters in the comedy business including Budd Friedman (founder of the Improv Comedy Clubs), comic and `Law and Order' star Richard Belzer, George Schlatter (producer) and Barry Levinson (film and television producer). With his television and film production companies and cable and internet networks, is a comedy powerhouse. We are thrilled to bring this brand of comedy to radio in fun, entertaining and fast-paced countdown shows for listener's to enjoy in multiple formats. The show is advertiser and FCC friendly and - really funny!"
Looks like the radio networks are cranking up the deals as the competition heats up. We’ll look for more as things get hotter and hotter.
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