Press Release

(October 4, 2010) DIRECTV, the nation's most popular video service, and Fox Sports Net (FSN), are making broadcast history through a syndication deal that enables FSN to distribute DIRECTV's popular The Dan Patrick Show -- seen on DIRECTV's The 101(R) Network -- to its regional sports networks (RSNs) and affiliates, including DIRECTV's RSNs, reaching more than 85 million homes and marking the first time that a programming distributor has sold its original content into national syndication.

The innovative TV show, based on the nationally syndicated weekday radio program, The Dan Patrick Show, will be launched on FSN's network of regional sports networks including DIRECTV's three regional sports networks beginning Monday, Oct. 25. The show airs live, from 9 a.m. to noon ET, Monday through Friday.

"I think this is an incredible opportunity for Dan and the Danettes to showcase their talents to a larger audience," said Chris Long, senior vice president, Entertainment, DIRECTV. "Dan is one of the most talented broadcasters in the business and in the past year we have created a truly unique TV experience for our loyal customers."

"I'm proud that the show we've developed will be seen by even more fans," said Patrick. "DIRECTV took a radio show and seamlessly developed it into a hybrid of radio and television in one show. And it's not stagnant. It's not us doing a radio show with two cameras showing us talking. We will show you the good and bad of what goes on during a show and during the breaks. If we screw up, we can't hide it."

Jeff Krolik, executive vice president, FSN, added, "This show will create water cooler talk. Dan is a unique talent who has a razor-sharp wit and a piercing insight into the world of sports. The show consistently delivers great, timely guests, smart conversation, and an unpredictable cast of characters that will connect with our viewers."

The Dan Patrick Show began airing exclusively on DIRECTV's The 101 Network, DIRECTV's original programming channel, Aug. 3, 2009, and expanded on the radio show format using Patrick's trademark humor and interaction with his production staff that includes Paul Pabst, Patrick O'Connor, Andrew Perloff and Todd Fritz, known as "The Danettes."

Amid the revealing behind-the-scenes antics and interstitial videos, the series is known for its unique blend of situational comedy, breaking sports news, unparalleled insider access and pop culture commentary. By allowing viewers to see the true comedy that surrounds Patrick and his team, The Dan Patrick Show reveals the humor in sports broadcasting while opening the locker room doors to the world of sports. Patrick's on-air guests include many high profile athletes and celebrities.

The Dan Patrick Show will be carried by DIRECTV Sports Networks -- FSN Rocky Mountain, FSN Northwest and FSN Pittsburgh; Fox RSNs and affiliates -- FS Florida, FS Ohio, FS Arizona, FS Detroit, FS Midwest, FS Indiana, FS Kansas City, FS North, FS Wisconsin, Prime Ticket, FS South, FS Carolinas, FS Tennessee, FS Southwest, FS Oklahoma, FS Houston, FS West, SportSouth, SunSports, MSG Plus, CSN Chicago, CSN Mid Atlantic and CSN New England.

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