Punch TV Launches to Comcast Cable Customers in Ja
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Partnership with the Jackson State University Marks First Friendly Primetime Option for Punch TV while also Reaching into the Student Market
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- IC Punch Media, Inc. ( PNCH ). Punch TV announced today that its one-of-a-kind network will launch on Comcast's Jackson, MS area Channel 14 – a prime time cable platform. Punch TV also entered into a strategic relationship with Jackson State University (JSU) to launch additional content and multi-media features such as their WeatherVision Meteorology program over the coming weeks and months.
Upon launching, Punch TV will feature quality primetime programming featuring 70% of enthusiastic, original content per week. The viable and station-friendly option for primetime will help expand the Digi-Network's asset value.
Regarding the announcement, Punch TV's, President, Joseph Collins stated, "No other Digi-Network can satisfy the palate like Punch TV when it comes to gauging audience appetites. We definitely have a unique format that resonates with today's urban viewers and a business model that is profitable."
Jackson, MS Comcast subscribers will have access to Punch TV's signature shows including 50 new dramas, comedies, variety shows, talk shows, children's shows, and inspirational entertainment.
Edward Saint Pe', Director of Sales for the JSU Digital Media Center commented, "We are very excited about the partnership. Punch TV is innovative and what separates them from other media networks is the original programming. Punch TV is a great asset for the city of Jackson, Mississippi."
David Hoard, Vice-President for Institutional Advancement at Jackson State University, agreed, "Yes, we are pleased to have a partnership with Punch TV. Having one of the great historical black universities and our TV station in Jackson, MS, with a growing urban network is perfect for our expansion plan and fits perfectly with our weather meteorology program."