For the now-defunct radio network formed in 1987, see I.E. America Radio Network

I.E. America Radio Network

i.e. America Radio Network was a Detroit-based radio network consisting primarily of liberal talk and lifestyle shows. They were owned by the United Auto Workers and broadcast nationally from 1996 to 2004, via radio stations and a webcast.-History:...

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Sun Broadcast Group, formerly Sun Radio Network is a new generation national radio network

Radio network

There are two types of radio networks currently in use around the world: the one-to-many broadcast type commonly used for public information and mass media entertainment; and the two-way type used more commonly for public safety and public services such as police, fire, taxicabs, and delivery...

 that provides targeted content and advertising solutions across America

United States

The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...

. In addition to programming and syndicating its own content, Sun Broadcast Group offers sales representation and programming support to syndicators and radio networks nationwide by using unique demo and geo targeting techniques.

Sun partnered with Stephen Baldwin

Stephen Baldwin

Stephen Andrew Baldwin is an American actor, director, producer and author. One of the Baldwin brothers, he is known for his roles as William F. Cody in the western show The Young Riders and as Stuart in the movie Threesome...

 and Kevin McCullough to syndicate their show Xtreme Radio that runs in over 180 affiliates

Network affiliate

In the broadcasting industry , a network affiliate is a local broadcaster which carries some or all of the television program or radio program line-up of a television or radio network, but is owned by a company other than the owner of the network...

 nationally. Sun dissolved its relationship with the show in 2010.
In January of 2010 Sun and Impact Radio Networks joined forces to offer a music intensive radio show starring Grammy nominated artist Jim Brickman

Jim Brickman

Jim Brickman is an American songwriter and pianist. He has been named the most charted male Adult Contemporary artist to date, with six of his albums receiving Gold and Platinum status. He is known for his solo piano compositions, pop-style instrumentals, and vocal collaborations with artists...

 now heard on over 80 affiliates nationwide. Your Weekend with Jim Brickman, is an Adult Contemporary music show running Saturday and Sunday mornings. In June of 2010 Sun assumed full syndication control of Your Weekend.

Along with Your Weekend, Sun syndicates an auto feature called The Long Drive with Bob Long from Motortrend radio. The Long Drive is a two minute daily feature with news and interviews from the automotive world. It is heard nationally on over 200 stations.

In October 2011, Sun Broadcast announced the launch of nationally syndicated radio show Payne Nation featuring Fox News contributor Charles Payne (journalist)

Charles Payne (journalist)

Charles Payne is a Fox Business Network contributor and co-host of "Varney & Co.". He joined the network at its launch in October 2007. Payne is also a contributor to the Fox News Channel, frequently appearing on shows such as "Cashin' In," "Cavuto on Business," and "Bulls and Bears." In addition...

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