FACT SHEET
NETWORK DESCRIPTION:
INSP is a 24 hour-a-day network available to more than 54 million U.S. households via cable and satellite television. The network targets the millions of Americans who embrace inspirational values. INSP features original and exclusive music, children's programs and a wide variety of different ministry programming.
LAUNCH DATE:
1990
DISTRIBUTION:
INSP is distributed to more than 2,400 cable systems representing 24 million subscribers and to DIRECTV's more than 17 million subscribers via channel 364 and DISH Network's more than 13 million subscribers via channel 259.
AVAILABILITY:
INSP is available on Galaxy 15, Transponder 17 or OlympuSAT’s “Faith & Families" Pack (Intelsat Americas 13 X 20).
NETWORK OVERVIEW:
INSP is one of four networks owned and operated by The Inspiration Networks.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
INSP targets the millions of Americans who embrace inspirational values and delivers diverse inspirational viewers:
40% are men
60% are women
6% are ages 18 – 34
48% are ages 35 – 55
45% are ages 55+
*MRI Spring 2008 data.
PROGRAMMING:
INSP:
Provides high-quality, educational and inspiring programs for children and teens; Saturday night entertainment; annual holiday concerts and specials throughout the year; relevant, lifestyle programs; award-winning specials like “Hope for the Holidays" and “The Price of Freedom" and more!
Provides family entertainment including movies, concerts and award-winning documentaries!
Features more than 75 different ministries each week from over 20 different denominations
Airs twice the minority programming of any other religious network – more than 25 different minority ministries every week.
Provides balanced religious programming that is not personality-based and does not emphasize a single doctrine or faith, while maintaining a Judeo-Christian standard.
Is the first and only religious network with Protestant, traditional Jewish and Catholic programming
Is the largest single source of violent-free inspirational programming for kids and teens every weekday afternoon.
INSP’s exclusive and original programming includes:
Christian Artist Talent Search: Christian Artist Talent Search brings together 32 finalists from around the country to perform on national television with the winner receiving a national recording contract from a major record level. All forms of Gospel music are represented during the competition, including Gospel, Contemporary, Southern Gospel, Rock and Rap/Hip Hop.
I Gospel: I Gospel features performances and interviews with some of the biggest names in the Urban Gospel genre, such as Donnie McClurkin, Byron Cage, John P. Kee and Kurt Carr. I Gospel is hosted by well-known Gospel vocalist Alicia Williamson Garcia and features the Rev. Robert Lowe.
Gospel Music Southern Style: Gospel Music Southern Style (GMSS) features exclusive performances and interviews with Southern Gospel’s most legendary performers. The series is hosted by Bill Traylor and is taped on the road during Southern Gospel’s largest conference, the National Quartet Convention.
Bedbug Bible Gang: Bedbug Bible Gang features gentle, lovable Bed Bugs who share the stories of the Bible through stories and song. Each episode is filled with humor, insight and lessons for young children.
Discovery Jones Expedition: In this original series, Discovery Jones takes viewers on a new adventure every week, while teaching an important lesson from the Bible. From scuba-diving to hang-gliding, skiing to sky-diving, visiting alligators to playing sports, this is a fast-paced, educational half hour everyone is sure to enjoy!
Everyday Woman: The Everyday Woman television show features best friends, Barbara and Becky, as they share the struggles and stories of ordinary women who’ve done extraordinary things. This mother-daughter team and their guests will help you develop practical ways to survive life’s daily challenges and thrive in your home, health, and relationships.
Inspiration Today: Inspiration Today! is the ministry’s daily television program. Every weeknight, hosts David and Barbara Cerullo reach out with the powerful Word of God to touch lives and meet the needs of hurting people everywhere. Bringing an understanding of what it’s like living with the challenges of today’s world, David and Barbara reach out to viewers with the hope, peace, and joy that only God can give.
Top10 Countdown: This is one of the most popular programs in the Steelroots TV (SRtv) lineup because viewers can vote for and see their favorite videos.
Mixx Master’s Lounge: Mixx Master’s Lounge is hosted by Edward Long. The series is one of the few programs on television solely dedicated to Christian Rap music. Mixx Master’s Lounge features live performances, inspirational messages and interviews with the genre’s top artists.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
The Inspiration Networks
P.O. Box 7750
Charlotte, NC 28241
P: 803.578.1000
F: 803.578.1725
Email: info@insp.com
Website: www.insp.com