Premiere Networks Launches On with Mario Lopez into National Syndication

Premiere Networks, the leading audio network in the U.S., announced today the launch of On with Mario Lopez into national syndication. Hosted by popular television personality, producer, actor and best-selling author Mario Lopez, the four-hour, music-intensive program will feature a unique blend of entertainment stories and celebrity interviews from a multimedia star’s point of view. Originating from The Grove in Los Angeles, Lopez will keep listeners up to date on the latest news, gossip and events, in addition to sharing his conversations with the hottest celebrities and music artists. All this and more will be coupled with radio station playlists.

Beginning April 30, On with Mario Lopez will be available to radio stations nationwide to air as a four-hour block, Monday through Friday between 3 p.m. and midnight local time. The program, which launched locally on Los Angeles’ 104.3 MYfm in January 2012, is already making an impact with audiences. Year to year, MYfm experienced double digit ratings growth in March during Lopez’s timeslot: +43.8% with Women 18-34 and +37.4% with Adults 25-54 (Source: Arbitron, PPM March ‘11 vs. March ‘12, MF 7p-11p).

Lopez stated, “I’ve been having a blast on MYfm, and the response from listeners has been incredible. Bringing the show to a national audience is an amazing opportunity, and I couldn’t be happier to partner with an industry leader like Premiere. I’m looking forward to sharing more great music, hot topics and lots of laughs!”

“Mario has established himself as a sought-after entertainer. He has the unique ability to connect with and engage audiences across a variety of platforms, and we couldn’t be happier to add On with Mario Lopez to that list,” stated Jennifer Leimgruber, Premiere Networks SVP of programming.

Stations interested in On with Mario Lopez should contact Premiere Networks at 818-377-5300. For more information or to hear the program, please visit www.onwithmario.com, www.1043myfm.com or the 104.3 MYfm channel on iHeartRadio.

About Mario Lopez

A man of many trades, Mario Lopez has the overwhelming desire to always keep active. He is the single host of the nationally syndicated daily show EXTRA. Concurrently, Lopez continues his hosting duties on MTV’s highly-rated program, America’s Best Dance Crew. Lopez is a New York Times bestselling author who has penned several books including Extra Lean, Extra Lean Family, Mario Lopez’s Knockout Fitness and Mario & Baby Gia, a children’s book he wrote for his daughter, Gia. Not only does Lopez have a proclivity for the entertainment industry, he is also an avid sports fan. He has taken his love for sports, specifically boxing, to the next level as a recurring commentator on HBO Boxing and he recently produced a documentary based on the sport. A popular guest on the talk show circuit, Mario can regularly be seen on programs such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Today and a slew of other talk shows. Mario is also often called upon to co-host some of the nation’s most venerable morning shows including Today, Good Morning America, and LIVE! with Kelly.

About Premiere Networks

Premiere Networks, Inc., a subsidiary of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, syndicates 90 radio programs and services to more than 5,000 radio affiliations and reaches over 190 million listeners weekly. Premiere is the number one audio content provider in the country and features the following personalities: Rush Limbaugh, Jim Rome, Ryan Seacrest, Glenn Beck, Bob & Tom, Delilah, Steve Harvey, Blair Garner, George Noory, John Boy and Billy, Big Tigger, Sean Hannity, Elvis Duran, Randi Rhodes, Kane, Nikki Sixx, Andy Dean and others. For more information, please visit www.PremiereRadio.com or www.facebook.com/PremiereRadio.