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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Welcomes WBHR

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(MAY 2013) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to welcome WBHR-AM/Minneapolis, MN as the newest affiliate of Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the daily 60-second vignette that tracks down all the big names in sports and gives you their whereabouts since leaving the game. With The Bear now broadcasting Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the station joins over 100 affiliates on the Envision Sports Network.

Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all of their favorite sports players of the past with news on what they have been doing since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie-in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for broadcast details.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star. Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad,” a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. Ahmad can also be seen daily on Golf Channel’s morning show, “Morning Drive.” For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

 About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,400 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show content, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Nashville.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Flashes Back to the Finals

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(MAY 2013) – Take a shot with Ahmad Rashad! To help build anticipation for the NBA Finals, Envision Radio Networks®’ Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is offering “Finals Flashback Week,” where host Ahmad Rashad will revisit former NBA greats who have had the biggest impact on the Finals. This FREE week of content will review the most memorable NBA players who have scored notoriety in Finals history for better or for worse.

These 60-second vignettes track down past NBA players and update us on their lives since they left the basketball spotlight. Each day, Ahmad Rashad will feature a different basketball legend including Magic Johnson, David Robinson, Cedric Maxwell, John Starks and other unforgettable players.

“Finals Flashback Week” is available for broadcast June 3rd through June 9th. Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for further details.

About Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad:
Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,400 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show content, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Nashville.


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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Welcomes WTKE and WTKP

Tuesday, April 9th, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(APRIL 2013) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to welcome WTKE-FM/Ft. Walton Beach, FL and WTKP-FM/Panama City, FL as the newest affiliates of Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the daily 60-second vignette that tracks down all the big names in sports and gives you their whereabouts since leaving the game. With The Ticket Sports Network now broadcasting Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the stations join over 100 affiliates on the Envision Sports Network.

Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all of their favorite sports players of the past with news on what they have been doing since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie-in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for broadcast details.

About Ahmad Rashad:

Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star. Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad,” a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. Ahmad can also be seen daily on Golf Channel’s morning show, “Morning Drive.” For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

 About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,400 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show content, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Nashville.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Welcomes WWTX

Friday, March 29th, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(APRIL 2013) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to welcome WWTX/Philadelphia, PA as the newest affiliate of Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the daily 60-second vignette that tracks down all the big names in sports and gives you their whereabouts since leaving the game. With 1290 The Ticket now broadcasting Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the station joins over 100 affiliates on the Envision Sports Network.

Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all of their favorite sports players of the past with news on what they have been doing since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie-in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for broadcast details.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star. Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad,” a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

 About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,400 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show content, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Nashville.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Offers Big Game Special

Monday, January 7th, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(JANUARY 2013) – As we begin the countdown to NFL’s final game of the season, Ahmad Rashad can help your station build anticipation for pro football’s biggest game. Envision Radio Networks®’ Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is offering a FREE week of content with current updates on the “MVPs of the Big Game.”

These daily 60-second vignettes will track down past Super Bowl MVPs and apprise us on their lives since they left the football spotlight. Each day, host Ahmad Rashad will catch up with a different football legend including Franco Harris, Jerry Rice, Emmitt Smith and other unforgettable players.

“MVPs of the Big Game Week” is available for broadcast January 28th through February 3rd. Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for further details.

About Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad:
Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,400 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show content, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and San Francisco.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Announces Heroes of Baseball’s Fall Classic Week

Thursday, September 20th, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(SEPTEMBER 2012) – Moments of postseason greatness like Reggie Jackson’s three-homer game or Yogi Berra’s game-saving catch may have won them a championship or even a trip to the Hall of Fame, but what have these beloved heroes of the World Series done since they put down the bats and gloves? Beginning October 22nd, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is offering Heroes of Baseball’s Fall Classic Week, a FREE week of daily 60-second vignettes that will tell fans each day what their World Series legends are doing now.

Heroes of Baseball’s Fall Classic Week will highlight seven players who captured the attention of fans everywhere with their gallant postseason showings. Each day, host Ahmad Rashad will update listeners on such players as Mr. October, Yogi Berra, and the Big Unit since they left the game.

Where Are They Now’s Heroes of Baseball’s Fall Classic Week is available for broadcast October 22nd  through October 28th. Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for further details.

About Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad:

Hosted by sports and TV veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,200 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and San Francisco.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Announces Finest Of The Finals Week

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(MAY 2012) – With the excitement building up for the NBA Finals, Envision Radio Networks®’Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is offering a FREE week of content that highlights the legends of the game with the “Finest of the Finals.” This specialty week will provide updates on former basketball greats who shined when the entire season was on the line and the pressure was at its greatest.

These daily 60-second vignettes put host Ahmad Rashad front and center as he tracks down former NBA greats who had the biggest impact on the finals and tells us what they’ve been up to since their memorable basketball careers ended. Each day, Ahmad will spotlight a different basketball legend including 12-time All-Star, six-time NBA champion and five-time NBA MVP Michael Jordan, who ESPN called, “Athlete of the Century.” The week will also feature 12-time All-Star, two-time NBA Finals MVP, Larry Bird; two-time NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP Isiah Thomas and more!

“Finest of the Finals” is available for broadcast June 11th through June 17th. Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for further details.

About Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad:
Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,200 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and San Francisco.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Offers Super Special

Friday, January 13th, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(JANUARY 2012) – With the NFL Playoffs in full swing, the final countdown to pro football’s biggest game has begun. To help your station build excitement for the final game of the season on February 5th, Envision Radio Networks®’ Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is offering a FREE week of content focusing on the “Superstars of the Big Game”.

These daily 60-second vignettes will track down some of the players who had the biggest impact on the championship game and tell us their whereabouts since they left the football spotlight. Each day, host Ahmad Rashad will catch up with a different legend of the game including a 3-time Super Bowl MVP, the running back that holds the record for most Super Bowl rushing yards, and the first special teams player to win the Super Bowl MVP.

“Superstars of the Big Game” is available for broadcast January 30th through February 5th. Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for further details.

About Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad:
Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,200 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Welcomes KFH-FM

Friday, January 6th, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(JANUARY 2012) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to welcome KFH-FM/Wichita, KS as the newest affiliate of Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the new daily 60-second vignette that tracks down all the big names in sports and gives you their whereabouts since leaving the game. With Sports Radio 98.7 now broadcasting Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the station joins over 150 affiliates on the Envision Sports Radio Network.

Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for broadcast details.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,200 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

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Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad Welcomes KXTG-AM

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Bachtel

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: melissab@envisionradio.com

(DECEMBER 2011) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to welcome KXTG-AM/Portland, OR as the newest affiliate of Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the new daily 60-second vignette that tracks down all the big names in sports and gives you their whereabouts since leaving the game. With 750 AM The Game now broadcasting Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad, the station joins over 150 affiliates on the Envision Sports Radio Network.

Hosted by TV and sports veteran Ahmad Rashad, Where Are They Now gives fans the lowdown on all their favorite forgotten sports players of the past with news on what they have been up to since their sports careers ended. Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad tackles all the major sports by catching up with pro-athletes from football, baseball, basketball, hockey, NASCAR, tennis, and the Olympic Games.

Available on a barter basis, Where Are They Now with Ahmad Rashad is the perfect feature to attract sponsorships with its well-known host and relatable content that makes it easy to tie in with local advertisers. The feature can also be used on stations’ websites to drive listeners online to find out more about their favorite sports superstars. Visit www.WhereAreTheyNowRadio.com for more information.

Interested stations should contact Melissa Bachtel at melissab@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for broadcast details.

About Ahmad Rashad:
Ahmad Rashad is an Emmy® Award-winning sportscaster and former college All-American and All-Pro NFL football star.

Rashad has worked extensively as part of the ESPN/ABC NBA team and spent 20 years with NBC Sports as a studio host, feature reporter, analyst and commentator for a variety of sports and events including the NFL, NBA and Olympic Games. Rashad was host, executive producer and managing editor of the Emmy-nominated show NBA Inside Stuff for 16 seasons. Though nominated multiple times throughout his career, it was his work on the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games that earned him an Emmy® award, in the category of writing.

The top running back and top receiver in the 1972 NFL draft, Rashad was selected fourth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals. During a brilliant 10-year career, he was recognized as one of the most electrifying players during his era while playing for the Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and Minnesota Vikings. Rashad finished his playing career ranked 11th on the NFL’s all-time receiving list with 495 receptions, won five division championships and the 1976 NFC title, was named Pro Bowl MVP in 1979, played in Super Bowl XI and was recognized as NFL Man of the Year for his efforts with the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to hosting Where Are They Are Now, Rashad hosts “One on One with Ahmad Rashad”, a series of NBA TV specials which feature Rashad’s candid and in-depth interviews with the NBA’s biggest stars. For Ahmad Rashad’s full bio, click here.

About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,200 radio stations and reaches millions of listeners each week. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, virtual news-weather-sports broadcasts, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, 24/7 formats, comedy services, event programming, off-air tools, web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

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