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11 hours ago
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DRY BAR COMEDY Achieves Milestone, Reaching Over 6 Billion Views Across Platforms, Including 1.2 Billion YouTube Views
Angel's Stand-Up Comedy Platform Features Top Comedians and Content that is Funny for Everyone PROVO, Utah, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Angel, the film & TV platform curated by over one million members of the Angel Guild, is honored to share that their Angel Original Series DRY BAR COMEDY has reached an incredible milestone, achieving over 6 billion views across all platforms. Dry Bar has also found a passionate audience on YouTube, with over 1.2 billion views on that site alone. "We are grateful to every comedian, viewer, and team member who helped us reach this milestone," said Liz Ellis, COO of Angel. "Laughter has the power to connect, uplift, and heal. That's why Dry Bar Comedy matters—it's not just entertainment, it's a daily dose of joy in a world that needs more light." To celebrate, Angel has launched a 24/7 Livestream featuring the top performing, most laughed at videos from the series, available on YouTube on the Angel App. Dry Bar is also launching a new series, Dry Bar Toons, and has made Adam Carolla's Dry Bar debut Adam Carolla Comes Clean, available free on YouTube. Currently, a new Funny Friday special launches weekly on the Angel app and at The month of June features Rocky Osborn's "As Clean as it Gets," Roman's "Romancharges," Raj Sharma's "Raj to Roger," and Lester Barrie's "A Fan of Marriage." Founded in 2017, DRY BAR COMEDY has become the fastest growing stand-up comedy streaming series, garnering an average of 50 million monthly views across the brand's social and app platforms. The DRY BAR COMEDY series was the first to launch on the Angel Studios platform, and boasts over 650 specials, exclusive original series, and new content each week. Boasting content from some of the most popular names in comedy, including Adam Carolla, Shayne Smith, Jeff Allen, Brad Upton, Leanne Morgan, Josh Blue, Zoltan Kaszas, and Karen Morgan, to name a few. The Dry Bar Comedy Venue in Provo, UT is currently preparing to announce its 17th season. Sample Full Dry Bar Performances: Adam CarollaShayne SmithJeff Allen Josh BlueBrad UptonLeanne MorganZoltan Kaszas ### About Angel: Angel is a values-based distribution company for stories that amplify light to mainstream audiences. Over 1,200,000 Angel Guild members from more than 170 different countries help decide what film and television projects Angel will market and distribute, and support the filmmakers who create films and series that amplify light. Learn more at Additional Information and Where to Find ItIn connection with the proposed business combination transaction between Southport Acquisition Corporation ("Southport") and Angel Studios, Southport filed a registration statement on Form S-4 (as it may be amended, the "Registration Statement") with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on November 12, 2024, which includes a preliminary prospectus and joint proxy statement of Southport and Angel Studios, referred to as a joint proxy statement/prospectus. The Registration Statement has not yet become effective. When available, a final joint proxy statement/prospectus will be sent to all Southport and Angel Studios stockholders. Southport and Angel Studios will also file other documents regarding the proposed transaction with the SEC. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE ADVISED TO READ, WHEN AVAILABLE, THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT, THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED OR THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the Registration Statement, the joint proxy statement/prospectus and all other relevant documents filed or that will be filed with the SEC by Southport and Angel Studios (when available) through the website maintained by the SEC at The documents filed by Southport with the SEC also may be obtained free of charge upon written request to 8 Bolling Place, Greenwich, CT 06830. The documents filed by Angel Studios with the SEC also may be obtained free of charge on Angel Studios' website at or upon written request to 295 W Center Street, Provo, UT 84601. Participants in SolicitationSouthport, Angel Studios and certain of their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed transaction. Information about the directors and executive officers of Southport, including a description of their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is set forth in Southport's Annual Report on Form 10-K for its fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, which was filed with the SEC on April 1, 2024, under the headings "Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance," "Executive Compensation," "Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters" and "Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence." To the extent holdings of Southport common stock by the directors and executive officers of Southport have changed from the amounts of Southport common stock held by such persons as reflected therein, such changes have been or will be reflected on Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of Angel Studios, including a description of their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is set forth in Angel Studios' amended Form 10, which was filed with the SEC on May 13, 2024, under the headings "Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management," "Directors and Executive Officers," "Executive Compensation," and "Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence." To the extent holdings of Angel Studios common stock by the directors and executive officers of Angel Studios have changed from the amounts of Angel Studios common stock held by such persons as reflected therein, such changes have been or will be reflected on Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitations and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction when such materials become available. Investors should read the joint proxy statement/prospectus carefully when it becomes available before making any voting or investment decisions. You may obtain free copies of any of the documents referenced herein from Southport or Angel Studios using the sources indicated above. No Offer or SolicitationThis communication shall not constitute a solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the proposed transaction. This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any states or jurisdictions in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act or an exemption therefrom. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis communication may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to the proposed transaction between Angel Studios and Southport. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this communication, including but not limited to: (i) the risk that the proposed transaction may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which may adversely affect the price of the combined company's securities, (ii) the risk that the proposed transaction may not be completed by Southport's business combination deadline and the potential failure to obtain an extension of the business combination deadline, (iii) the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the proposed transaction, including the adoption of the Merger Agreement by the stockholders of Southport and Angel Studios, (iv) the lack of a third party valuation in determining whether or not to pursue the proposed transaction, (v) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the Merger Agreement, (vi) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transaction on Angel Studios' business relationships, operating results, and business generally, (vii) risks that the proposed transaction disrupts current plans and operations of Angel Studios or diverts management's attention from Angel Studios' ongoing business operations and potential difficulties in Angel Studios employee retention as a result of the announcement and consummation of the proposed transaction, (viii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Angel Studios or against Southport related to the Merger Agreement or the proposed transaction, (ix) the ability to list the combined company's securities on a national securities exchange in connection with the transaction, (x) the price of Southport's securities may be volatile due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Southport plans to operate or Angel Studios operates, variations in operating performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Southport's or Angel Studios' business, and changes in the combined capital structure, (xi) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the proposed transaction, and identify and realize additional opportunities, (xii) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the proposed transaction, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers and retain its management and key employees, (xiii) the evolution of the markets in which Angel Studios competes, (xiv) the costs related to the proposed transaction, (xv) Angel Studios' expectations regarding its market opportunities, (xvi) risks related to domestic and international political and macroeconomic uncertainty, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the war in the Middle East, and (xvii) the risk of downturns and a changing regulatory landscape in the highly competitive industry in which Angel Studios operates. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Southport's and Angel Studios' annual reports on Form 10-K and Form 10, respectively, and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, the Registration Statement on Form S-4, including those under "Risk Factors" therein, and other documents filed by Southport and Angel Studios from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Angel Studios and Southport assume no obligation and do not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Neither Angel Studios nor Southport gives any assurance that either Angel Studios or Southport, or the combined company, will achieve its expectations. Contact: Press@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Angel Studios, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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17-05-2025
- Politics
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Adam Corolla on Newsom's shift: ‘Funny, he is trying to be normal'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is dropping in polls among Democrats seeking a potential 2028 presidential candidate, which could reflect his shifts toward a more moderate stance on issues including immigration and trans athletes in women's sports. Adam Carolla, comedian and host of 'The Adam Carolla Show' podcast, tells Jillian Michaels on NewsNation's 'On Balance' that Newsom's approach is similar to Kamala Harris' backtracking on fracking. He questions why voters wouldn't just elect the politicians who remain consistent in their stances. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-05-2025
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Road America hosts Spring Vintage Weekend in 70th anniversary opener May 16-18
ELKHART LAKE – Spring Vintage Weekend returns to Elkhart Lake's Road America May 16-18. The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association event is the season-opener at 'America's National Park of Speed' in the track's 70th anniversary. Advertisement Fans will see cars from motorsport's earliest years to more modern era racers, with many entries having raced at events like Le Mans and the Indianapolis 500. SVRA SpeedTour events follow strict safety and performance standards, ensuring competitive, wheel-to-wheel action in every class. Read more: Road America race ranks among top 10 again, according to USA TODAY readers What will racing include? Spectators can expect a full weekend of racing, including the following: SVRA's full class lineup — Formula 5000, Formula Ford, production and sports racing cars from the '50s, '60s and '70s featuring makes like Jaguar, Alfa Romeo, Lotus, Porsche and Corvette. Formula 4 U.S. Championship and Formula Regional Americas Championship — two of North America's top junior open-wheel series. Ligier Junior Formula Championship — a stepping stone for young drivers entering formula racing. Dave Wheeler Memorial Mazda Miata Race — honoring the racing community's longtime supporter. International GT, which features modern Porsche and Ferrari race cars. Outside of the racing action, Saturday will feature the Hagerty Cars & Caffeine Showcase, where vintage car and motorcycle owners display their vehicles. Advertisement Read more: Road America's Vintage Weekend to feature Adam Carolla comedy show, '24 Hour War' screening Where do I get tickets and more information? Tickets are $85 for a three-day weekend pass; $35 for single tickets Friday; $45 for single tickets Saturday or Sunday; and free for kids 16 and younger with a paying adult. Road America also offers free admission to all active, reserve and veteran military personnel with a valid ID. Get tickets and more information at or call 800-365-7223. Road America is at N7390 State 67, Plymouth. Gates will open at 7 a.m. each day and all races are held rain or shine. Advertisement Contact Brandon Reid at breid@ This article originally appeared on Sheboygan Press: Road America in Elkhart Lake opens 2025 with Spring Vintage Weekend
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11-04-2025
- Politics
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Podcasts increasingly relevant to politicians, Adam Carolla says
(NewsNation) — More politicians are appearing on podcasts as an alternative to mainstream media, but comedian Adam Carolla says the strategy won't work across the board. 'If the person has a lot of substance and good ideas, then this is not their enemy,' he told 'CUOMO' on Thursday. 'If you're sort of shallow and dim-witted and speak in sound bites, then it's not going to be a good friend of yours.' Trump, Harris hit podcast circuit in final days before election Carolla, host of 'The Adam Carolla Show,' is considered a trailblazer of the format. Because some podcasts now reach millions of listeners, politicians have increasingly embraced them. In the 2024 presidential election, Republican Donald Trump guested on 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' while Democrat Kamala Harris appeared on Alex Cooper's 'Call Her Daddy.' Harris' camp reportedly could not come to terms with Rogan's team to appear on his popular podcast. Carolla says declining to appear on someone's show can generate blowback for a politician. 'It's kind of lose-lose,' he said. 'You don't get your message across, and you send another message, which is: I am scared to sit down with an intelligent person who's going to ask real questions that I'm going to have to answer in an unedited format.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
