NASHVILLE. Tenn., Aug. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- "Pickler &
Ben," daytime television's newest "go-to" destination for the best
in lifestyle and entertainment, launches nationally on Monday, Sept. 18. Hosted by country music star
Kellie Pickler and Emmy-winning television personality Ben Aaron, this highly anticipated talk show
will premiere in 38 local television markets across the
country.
The show features Kellie and Ben hosting segments with top
celebrities, tastemakers and experts on everything from
entertaining and home design to cooking, DIY and more. The show
will be recorded in front of a live audience at a studio in one of
America's hottest cities — Nashville — on an expansive, modern
farmhouse-styled set.
"This show truly feels like home — it's like spending time with
a bunch of good friends who just stopped by to trade stories on the
back porch," said Kellie. "We have a little something for everyone.
We'll laugh, get inspired and meet some very talented and
extraordinary people."
"When Kellie and I get together, it's anything but predictable,"
said Ben. "We have an incredible team of creative minds behind this
show, and I can't wait to deliver our country-city combo to viewers
across America."
Through a partnership with leading entertainment and lifestyle
retailer, HSN, "Pickler & Ben" will feature a unique
interactive format inviting viewers to "shop the show" by
purchasing items featured on air from the comfort of their homes.
Fans can shop items directly on PicklerandBen.com and HSN.com.
"Pickler & Ben's" live studio audience will include a mix of
Nashville locals and
out-of-towners seeking the best in entertainment. Nashville is one of the country's
fastest-growing cities, with nearly 100 people each day moving to
the city made famous by country music, all-American food, Southern
charm and world-class hospitality. Fans are invited to join a
taping by requesting tickets through the show's website.
"Pickler & Ben" is produced by Grammy Award-winning
superstar Faith Hill; co-founder of Happy Street Entertainment,
Lisa Erspamer; and president and CEO
of Sandbox Entertainment Jason Owen; in partnership with The E.W.
Scripps Company (NYSE: SSP). Award-winning director Joe Terry ("The Oprah Winfrey Show") will direct
"Pickler & Ben." Disney/ABC Home Entertainment and Television
Distribution is distributing the show in national syndication.
To get a sneak peek of the show, stay up to date on episodes and
get a behind-the-scenes look at the hosts in action, follow
"Pickler & Ben" on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
The 38 local affiliates and Nielsen market rank include (*
denotes Scripps market):
WFTS* Tampa, FL No.
11
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WKBW* Buffalo, NY No.
53
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KNXV* Phoenix, AZ No.
12
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KJRH* Tulsa, OK No.
58
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WXYZ* Detroit, MI No.
13
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WFTX* Ft. Myers, FL
No. 61
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KSTP Minneapolis, MN
No. 15
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WVLT Knoxville, TN
No. 62
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KMGH* Denver, CO No.
17
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KSCW Wichita, KS No.
66
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WEWS* Cleveland, OH
No. 19
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WGBA* Green Bay, WI
No. 68
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WRAZ Raleigh, NC No.
24
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KHBS Ft. Smith, AR
No. 99
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WMAR* Baltimore, MD
No. 26
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KIVI* Boise, ID No.
106
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WRTV* Indianapolis,
IN No. 27
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KTTW Sioux Falls, SD
No. 109
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KGTV* San Diego, CA
No. 28
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WSYM* Lansing, MI No.
113
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WTVF* Nashville, TN
No. 29
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KERO* Bakersfield, CA
No. 126
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KSHB* Kansas City, MO
No. 33
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KAQY Monroe, LA No.
137
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WTMJ* Milwaukee, MI
No. 35
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KESQ Palm Springs, CA
No. 146
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WCPO* Cincinnati, OH
No. 36
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KJTL Wichita
Falls-Lawton, TX No. 148
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WHNS Greenville, SC
No. 37
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WOAY
Bluefield-Beckley-Oak Hill, WV No. 159
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WPTV* West Palm
Beach, FL No. 38
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KNBN Rapid City, SD
No. 172
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WBKI Louisville, KY
No. 49
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About the Hosts
Kellie Pickler first gained
fame at the age of 19 as a contestant on the fifth season of
"American Idol." She has gone on to release four critically
acclaimed albums, including her Gold-certified debut "Small
Town Girl" as well as "100 Proof," which Rolling
Stone named the Best Country Album of 2011. In spring
of 2013, Pickler won the Mirror Ball Trophy on ABC's "Dancing with
the Stars" and also released her fourth album, "The Woman I Am,"
with Black River Entertainment, which featured three songs
co-written by Pickler including the title cut. She launched her
home goods line, Selma Drye by
Kellie Pickler, named after her grandmother in collaboration with
the Opry Stores (shop.opry.com) in 2015. Kellie Pickler's CMT
docu-comedy series "I Love Kellie Pickler," which co-stars her
husband, songwriter/producer Kyle
Jacobs, debuted in November
2015, propelling the network to its highest premiere with
adults since 2012 and women since 2008. The hit television series
returned for its third season earlier this month. Pickler is an
avid supporter of the U.S. military, having completed 11 USO Tours
thus far.
Ben Aaron has earned four
Emmy Awards as a features reporter for "New York Live" on WNBC and
has numerous TV credits as a contributor for "Extra," "Meredith"
and "Today." His posted stories on YouTube have earned millions of
views. He recently teamed up with his wife, Ginger Zee, chief meteorologist for "Good
Morning America," on a new home renovation show on the DIY Network
called "Renovation Realities: Ben and Ginger."
About the Producers
Faith Hill has been a force
in the entertainment industry for over two decades, having achieved
unprecedented success in the worlds of country and pop music as one
of the top-selling and most-awarded female artists of all time.
Over the course of her incomparable performing career, Hill has
co-produced all her record-breaking, critically acclaimed network
television specials, live performances and videos from concept to
completion. "Pickler & Ben" combines Faith's love for design
with her passion for family, community and connection. Her hands-on
approach and keen eye will be reflected in every aspect of this new
show. Think of Faith as "Pickler & Ben's" seal of approval.
Lisa Erspamer is a
three-time Emmy-nominated producer for her work on "The Oprah
Winfrey Show," a New York Times
best-selling author, and former chief creative officer and
executive vice president of programming and development for OWN:
The Oprah Winfrey Network. Most recently, Lisa is the co-founder of
Happy Street Entertainment, a television, film, digital production
and entertainment consulting company. Happy Street will debut the
feature documentary on Whitney
Houston worldwide in 2018.
Jason Owen is the CEO of
Sandbox Entertainment, a full-service management and entertainment
company that represents award-winning country artists including
international star Faith Hill, Grammy Award-winning
acts Little Big Town and Kacey Musgraves, and
breakout groups Dan+Shay and Midland, as well as the luxury resort
Blackberry Farm, the town of Wilson,
Arkansas, and the estates of Johnny Cash and Hank
Williams, Sr. The Emmy-Award winning entertainment industry veteran
currently serves as executive producer on Cooking Channel's "Simply
Southern," as well as co-president of the newly relaunched
record label, Monument Records.
About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NYSE: SSP) serves audiences and
businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and
digital media brands. With 33 television stations, Scripps is one
of the nation's largest independent TV station owners. Scripps runs
an expanding collection of local and national digital journalism
and content businesses, including Newsy, the next-generation
national news network; and podcast industry leader Midroll
Media. Scripps produces original programming
including "Pickler & Ben," runs an award-winning
investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward
of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps
has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will
find their own way."
About HSN
HSN is a leading entertainment and lifestyle
retailer, offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and
top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates entertainment,
inspiration, personalities and industry experts to provide an
entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find
exceptional selections in Health & Beauty, Jewelry,
Home/Lifestyle, Fashion/Accessories, and Electronics. HSN
broadcasts live to over 90 million households in the U.S. 24/7 and
its website - hsn.com features more than 50,000 product videos.
Mobile applications include HSN apps for iPad, iPhone and Android.
HSN, founded 40 years ago as the first electronic retailer, is an
operating segment of HSN, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSNI). For more
information, please visit www.HSN.com, or follow @HSN on
Facebook and Twitter.
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