Glenn Beck has a new Independence Day special for news/talk radio stations to air as the America 250 celebration approaches.
What We Know: Beck’s “The American Story” is a three-hour special for news/talk radio stations. The special was originally produced as a 10-part series for Glenn Beck’s Torch platform. The show is available as early as Friday, July 3rd. It is also available to air multiple times throughout the 4th of July holiday weekend. The special will air on 350 affiliates nationwide as the official version of The Glenn Beck Weekend Program. Those interested in carrying the special program can email Premiere Networks to inquire about its availability.
What’s At Stake: This is an opportunity for both Glenn Beck and Premiere Networks to create new relationships in the news/talk radio space. It also allows Beck to showcase his Torch platform to an engaged and interested audience.
What Remains Unclear: Market exclusivity is currently unknown. With the special airing as the version of Beck’s weekend show, that should be a tell to those interested in carrying the program.
What It Means: Glenn Beck has built his Torch platform for situations like this. While focusing on history and the founding of the nation, his storytelling will likely render this special as a must-listen program around the nation.
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