PTV Network in Monterey Park is the exclusive US office for Zhong Tian (CTi) TV, straight outta…read moreTaiwan (also "subtitled" with Republic Of China, abbreviated as R.O.C, and sometimes fondly referred to by proud pro-independent expats as "TAIWAN ROCs, MUDDAFUGGAZ!!") PTV I suppose deals only with the TV service media companies/providers, so you can't deal with them directly, except through your cable or dish network or satellite TV provider. I'm sure these guys are also responsible for the local TV commercials for nearby businesses (all of them within the Monterey Park, Arcadia, San Gabriel). In the San Francisco Bay Area, one can subscribe to Zhong Tian via ComCrap, channel 243. However the monthly fee this wonderful cable provider charges (about the opportunity cost of a shade over a $10 BJ on the East side, or about 4 to 5 Egg McMuffins), they "throw in" Channel 244 which is CCTV if I remember correctly, a mainland China cable station. I don't watch Ch 244 as the content does not appeal to me, but 243 has a real wide variety of content, from the mundane, to the mildly interesting, and then to the useful, the funny, the cool, and some real whacked up shit. Zhong Tian bills itself as a TV channel (subscription cable at least in Taiwan alone) that specializes in variety. However the choice of programming ironically offered through BombCrap cable, says otherwise. Interestingly PTV and ComCrap don't localize the TV commercials, so you're getting Southern Cal Chinese businesses commercials shown on SF Bay Area Ch 243. Does me no good. Here's a sample of programming that Zhong Tian has offered via Bombcrap from the past 5 years. The mundane: I don't know about you but when I'm paying through my ass for cable content with a special package that includes this channel, I'd like to see MORE variety. Maybe BombCrap is to blame, as the same 3 to 4 shows are repeated on Saturdays and Sundays. This FKKKs up the guide as I set to record a show on series and it counts the repeats as well, or some shows that occur once a week for some reason I can't double click to series record. The useful: Travel shows, such as hosts from Taiwan travel to different parts of China. Some ladies might like a few of the "girly tawk" kind of shows that deal with relationship issues to beauty to skin care to fashion tips (some are DIY that would make Forever 21 look hip....) The funny: One of my favorites is "Big Brother of Entertainment", a local talk show variety host by the name of Zhang Fei. He's a superb entertainer, makes up schtick on the spot, is superbly comedic and especially perverse when he has a bevy of ladies on his show (with the camera man always zooming in on the chests and legs...). He's like a Taiwanese Benny Hill with some Johnny Carson presence. Celebs often appear on the show to perform or to promote, and ditto for local talent from gymnastics, chefs, magicians and the ilk. The cool: a show called Taiwan Oprah who I thought was the transsexual, but is actually someone else. Her format may be similar to that of the American Oprah, and interviews famous Hong Kong and Taiwan celebrities, but goes beyond the surface and digs deep into personal issues, childhood memories and even finds friends and contacts from their past to appear as secret guests. The food shows (far and few between these days) are always interesting, going to regional places in Taiwan and sampling local delicacies, from a simple vendor to shops/restaurants/stalls that span 100 years or more. The whacked up shit: Red Storm....a show that I thought was the "Oprah" of Taiwan. Well maybe he/she claims to be. It's Li Ching, a person born as a dude who now identifies as a woman and dresses as one. I have no idea if she is a transvestite or a pre/post op transsexual, but really tries to act sisterly with the female guests. All I can say is that her voice is very very deep.... On some days she can look respectable and pass off as a woman. And on other days, it is totally no so hot, but major Tranny Mess. The best of them all? I'd say the local news broadcasts that are sometimes streamed live. Not only do you have politics, entertainment and local news and the ilk, but the news format is a bit of a variety show in itself with a strong theme in sensationalism. Some of the stuff that passes for news coverage is quite embarassing these days, that range from a 65 year old grandma wearing skimpy Forever 21 whore it up clothing to help sell street food, to a dude in his 50s being clubbed by his neighbor because he got into a heated verbal dispute with him as to who was the better presidential candidate (another example of people overly passionate about their politics and willing to choke a bitch over a disagreement). Hey it's their world, not ours.

This company is the US subsidiary of Zhong Tian TV from Taiwan. I don't think it produces its own…read moreprograms in the US. It only has a very short section about local Chinese American news that is made locally in an office suite (not really a studio). I visited the office once. It primarily broadcasts and plays the news and entertainment programs from ZTV of Taiwan. I think they run a very efficient and lean office here, unlike ETTV (competing Tung Sheng TV). It is Channel 65 in my area. The quality of the ZTV news is very good, one of my favorite sources for getting Taiwan and China news. BTW, ZTV was acquired by Want Want Group, a Chinese food conglomerate owned by a Taiwanese, last year, along with China Times Daily. Since then, I noticed that the programming quality has improved quite a bit.

I have long been a viewer of PBS programs and just as long been a financial supporter of my PBS…read moreStation. I could go into great length of all the shows that were viewed in my household from Mister Roger's Neighborhood, and Sesame Street when my children were young. As the ages present in my household changed so did the viewing of programs. My husband has been a fan of This Old Housr and Ask This Old House. I have spent countless hours glued to the TV watching Antique Roadshow and NOVA. Of course we have also enjoyed a variety of Great Performances and even get a kick out of watching The Lawrence Welk Show remakes. PBS has programs for all ages. I recommend checking out the offerings by your PBS station and see if you too can find at least one show of interest to you. If you have the means I also recommend making a donation to support Public Broadcasting Service.

I grew up on PBS. Started with GA PBS in my hometown of Atlanta and then to KY PBS…read more As a child we would watch The Electric Company to learn words and enjoy the entertainment. I am sure PBS inspired my love of history as well. Some of my favorite shows are/were The History Detective, Finding Your Roots, Antique Roadshow, Are You Being Served and many more. My all time favorite shows are Keeping Up Appearances. That is one of the funniest shows of all time. I can watch that all day. Back in the early nineties in ATL remember watching Opera Singers Jessie Norman and Kathleen sing Negro Spirituals that was unforgettable. I bought the CD of this performance. This show will move your soul. Some of it is on You Tube. I highly recommend it. So no doubt PBS has been life changing for me and hope it stays around for future generations.

Beverly Hills is synonymous with the word "fancy" and the word "fancy" could also be attributed to…read moreBeverly Hills Studios! This studio is nestled into the 3rd floor of a very clean and polished building with a parking structure attached. While convenient, you do not necessarily need to use the structure as there is ample FREE street parking. These parking features are only an added bonus to the immaculate and very high tech studio. Upon entering the establishment, you are greeted by a professional and well-manicured waiting room from which you can traverse into a conference room, where clients/talent can discuss the segments they will be shooting, or the room could be set up as wardrobe/hair/makeup, or into the stunningly large studio (where the magic happens, although I guess if the conference room is transformed into a hair/make up salon, that could be considered MAGIC too) that boasts both a large green screen space and a "talk show" set. The control room is located in the corner of the "talk show" set and green screen portion of the studio, where the mastermind Adam magically transforms the talent from standing in a studio in Beverly Hills to standing in Las Vegas, Hong Kong, a deserted island or even standing next to Kelly Ripa on the set of "Live with Kelly and Michael". I have used Beverly Hills Studios on several occasions to film new footage for my hosting reel (and trick people into thinking I am the 3rd host on Live with Kelly and Michael) and let me just say, the footage I have received is extremely impressive... All of my peers are convinced that I host at least three shows they were unaware of... Even though I really just simply wrote specific segments and shot them accordingly. Whenever I walk into Beverly Hills Studios I get exceedingly excited because when I leave I confident I created some "fancy" (professional) footage that I can be proud of!

Brilliant boutique studio! Such a great space! Pristine green screen, excellent gear…read more The studio has a classy entrance and waiting area. The desk in the conference room is tha bomb! You'll see what I mean when you see it :) Adam is a brilliant studio manager, camera, and prompter operator. He is so lovely to work with and he makes you look great on camera...very important ;)

If you are looking to grow your business exponentially you have come to the right place! Be Real…read morehelped me do a full rebrand for my events company and since then clients have been flying in the door. From my business cards, to my website, to social media. They do it all. Missy and her team are incredible. The amount of time, guidance, and detail they provide to their clients is unmatched. I just know I can trust them to help me make the right decisions based on their vast knowledge of the industry. I wouldn't want anyone else on my team, thank you Be Real!

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Indiemarketing has the capability and expertise to help you in many phases of marketing in the…read moreentertainment (and other) businesses. Tracy Balsz, the incredibly efficient and knowledgeable woman who runs all phases of this business, was Marketing Director for the Warner Bros. Lot for many years. Since then she has increased her outreach into multiple areas including Distribution, Publicity, Web Site Design, Film Representation, Secure Home Video Distribution and Promotion. Her expertise also covers graphic design, print, media buying, photography, advertising, sales and copy writing. Some of the companies she is and has worked with include Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros. Kids in America, Icon, Fairfax Business, Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau, the list goes on and on. Indiemarketing is a company you can trust implicitly to get the job DONE and done very well.

I have years of Frosty Heidi & Frank (FHF) burned onto CDs from their iTune podcasts. I have two…read moreold 4GB iPod Mini & Nano with nothing but their shows. I have a 60GB iPod filled with music, XM radio in my car, but FHF is all I listen to....besides CNET's 30 minute daily show "The404" http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-404-new-york The daily rant and news spin-offs are hilarious. Frosty is a great pianist, Frank is the man's man (FRANK ARMY) and Heidi, what's not to love, she's a lesbian, every man's fantasy...and don't forget that tongue! I can't stand Tom Leykis, he does have a point when he talks politics, wine, education, and just life itself, but I can't agree with his views on women.

Started listening to Talk Radio after got tired of listening to all my CD's over and over and over…read more Frosty, Heidi and Frank in the mornings are just insanely funny. They talk about nothing, make fun of each other, make fun of stuff on the news and you just can't help but love those three. They're a great pick me up in the mornings. Always a great and a new(unique) show. Tom Leykis was the first talk radio show I have ever listened. Very entertaining, except sometimes he tends to talk about same stuff over and over. Not many people seem to like him, as you can tell by other reviews but you just can't help it but agree with him 99% of the time. lol If you get tired of listening to your MP3s, and can't stand the music stations that play same 10 songs over and over, you should definitely give this radio station a try.

La Crescenta Valley Weekly is truly a community newspaper with fantastic staff in keeping the town…read moreup to date, from their articles to their ads. They report what is going on our community and they do it with in a classy and tasteful manner. Thank you Robin Goldsworthy, publisher and editor in chief of the newspaper for taking the time to keep us informed. You are the community newspaper to to to. Warm wishes, Betanzos Family

WebCam Riot Studios is an absolute oasis for people looking to do short form videos on a budget…read more They truly have state of the art equipment, an incredible staff, and very competitive pricing. The pictures of this place do not do it justice. They have a state-of-the-art green screen system is better any professional studio I have ever seen. They specialize in webseries, but you can easily shoot just about any form of television show in there. They posted pictures of the show I shot in their studio - It is the three guys talking about superheroes. That was all shot against the green screen, yet it looks like an ESPN style studio! You will not find this level of quality anywhere else for the price.