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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
NASCAR Channel launches on Xumo Play, anchors new hub on Xumo's streaming devices
PHILADELPHIA (May 1, 2025) — Xumo, Comcast's and Charter's joint venture that offers consumers nationwide a simple, easy way to stream all their favorite shows and movies and proud partner of NASCAR, today announced that the NASCAR Channel, NASCAR's official FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) channel, will launch on Xumo Play. The channel offers race fans round-the-clock NASCAR content, including classic races, re-airs of the season's events, original series, documentaries and more. NASCAR's FAST channel will anchor a new comprehensive hub for all things NASCAR across Xumo's streaming devices, Xumo Stream Box and Xumo TV. Whether it's the roar of re-aired races, behind-the-scenes stories from NASCAR Studios, or fan-favorite video podcasts, the new destination will bring together NASCAR-related programming available across streaming apps, giving viewers an easy way to dive deep into the culture, history, and adrenaline of the sport. Users can easily access the destination by saying 'NASCAR' into their Xumo voice remote. Advertisement 'Our new partnership with NASCAR marks an exciting new chapter for our brand and for motorsports fans everywhere,' said Fern Feistel, Vice President, Marketing at Xumo. 'Whether watching at home or live at the track we're making it easy for fans to enjoy all the adrenaline and drama of NASCAR through the launch of the NASCAR FAST channel, our NASCAR hub, and on-site experiences. This partnership is just the beginning of how Xumo is redefining the future of NASCAR streaming content.' In addition to the at-home experiences, Xumo will have a physical presence at multiple NASCAR races throughout the season, starting with the Würth 400 presented by Liqui Moly at Texas Motor Speedway the weekend of May 4. Fans in attendance can stop by the Xumo 'Easy Street Pit Stop,' where they'll be able to charge their phones, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and stay cool to recharge throughout the weekend's events. 'Our partnership with Xumo represents an important step in expanding NASCAR's digital footprint and making our sport more accessible to fans across multiple platforms,' said John Dahl, NASCAR Senior Vice President of Content. 'The launch of the NASCAR Channel on Xumo Play is the first of many exciting projects we have planned together.' The NASCAR Channel joins a host of other sports-focused options on Xumo Play, including The NBA Channel, NBC Sports NOW, NFL Channel, PBR RidePass and PGA TOUR. In addition to streaming through Xumo TVs and Xumo Stream Boxes, Xumo Play is available on all major streaming platforms, including Amazon, Android, Apple, Roku, Samsung, Sony, Xfinity, Xumo and more. The simplicity of Xumo's streaming devices is made possible by the platform that powers it. It is the same global entertainment operating system that powers tens of millions of devices from Comcast and its partners across the globe, bringing some of the TV's best features, like seamless content discovery, voice search and personalization, to life. Xumo TVs are currently available in retail locations across the country, including Walmart, Best Buy, BJ's and more, and Xumo Stream Boxes are currently offered through major U.S. operators, including Comcast's Xfinity, Charter's Spectrum, Mediacom, Cox and GCI.
Associated Press
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary ‘Color'
Key Takeaways PHILADELPHIA, January 28, 2025 /3BL/ - Comcast NBCUniversal announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color, on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app. The 90-minute documentary, from multi-award-winning writer and director John Campbell and featuring acclaimed multidisciplinary artist and founder of Dark Matter Media Alteronce Gumby, takes viewers on a global journey to redefine how color is perceived and understood across different cultures. The highly acclaimed documentary was nominated for Best Documentary at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival, featured in the Montreal Independent Film Festival, and received awards at the Cine Paris Film Festival and International Independent Film Awards. It is now available exclusively on Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity channel, a comprehensive content destination featuring the best in Black storytelling from diverse programming partners and film studios and a variety of original documentaries showcasing diverse talent and content creators. Color is also available on the Xumo Play free streaming app for non-Xfinity customers. Color takes viewers around the world starting with captivating discussions and demonstrations with pigment expert Michael Ambron and celebrity stylist Jerome Lamaar in the Bronx, NY and then to Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana, to celebrate the vibrancy of French Creole, Caribbean, African, African American, and global cultures. The documentary then travels internationally, experiencing the vibrant colors of the Holi Festival in India, the red sands of the Sahara Desert, the crimson-hued city of Marrakech, Morocco, and to the Great Barrier Reef featuring conversations with marine ecologist Dr. Catherine Kim. The adventure concludes in Alaska with the Northern Lights in Fairbanks, featuring conversations with documentarian Shondiin Mayo. 'Color is more than what meets the eye; it's a language, a story waiting to be told in every corner of the world.' shared Campbell. 'Partnering with Comcast and the Black Experience on Xfinity, we aim to transform how audiences experience and interpret color, diving deep into the cultures that breathe life into it.' Color is the second collaboration between Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity and director John Campbell, who previously debuted Who's Behind Black Art on the platform last year. Who's Behind Black Art is a four-part docuseries that explores the lives of five emerging artists navigating the industry and their journey to create a unique exhibition. We're proud to deepen our ongoing collaboration with director John Campbell as we explore the many dimensions of color and its profound impact on our daily lives and we couldn't think of a better collaborator to explore the topic than Alteronce Gumby, whose obsession with color is so obviously present in all his work. Loren Hudson, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Connectivity and Platforms at Comcast 'Through Black Experience on Xfinity, we aim to create a space where creators can share their unique perspectives, fostering meaningful connections with audiences everywhere,' said Loren Hudson, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Connectivity and Platforms at Comcast. Black Experience on Xfinity is available at home on Xfinity X1 and Flex, and on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app. Additionally, the Black Experience destination is available to NOW Internet customers. The Black Experience on Xfinity features original and high-quality content from Comcast NBCUniversal and other major studios, in addition to content from many of Xfinity's existing network partners, at no additional cost to Xfinity customers. Xfinity customers can access the Black Experience on channel 1622 or simply say 'Black Experience' into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling. Non-Xfinity customers will be able to view Color on Xumo Play, Comcast and Charter's free ad-supported streaming service app.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary 'Color'
Key Takeaways 'Color' follows renowned artist Alteronce Gumby on a journey to redefine the meaning of color and its impact on communities worldwide. Now available exclusively on Black Experience on Xfinity, the ultimate destination in Black storytelling, and Xumo Play. PHILADELPHIA, PA / / February 11, 2025 / Comcast NBCUniversal announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color, on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app. The 90-minute documentary, from multi-award-winning writer and director John Campbell and featuring acclaimed multidisciplinary artist and founder of Dark Matter Media Alteronce Gumby, takes viewers on a global journey to redefine how color is perceived and understood across different cultures. The highly acclaimed documentary was nominated for Best Documentary at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival, featured in the Montreal Independent Film Festival, and received awards at the Cine Paris Film Festival and International Independent Film Awards. It is now available exclusively on Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity channel, a comprehensive content destination featuring the best in Black storytelling from diverse programming partners and film studios and a variety of original documentaries showcasing diverse talent and content creators. Color is also available on the Xumo Play free streaming app for non-Xfinity customers. Watch the trailer Color takes viewers around the world starting with captivating discussions and demonstrations with pigment expert Michael Ambron and celebrity stylist Jerome Lamaar in the Bronx, NY and then to Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana, to celebrate the vibrancy of French Creole, Caribbean, African, African American, and global cultures. The documentary then travels internationally, experiencing the vibrant colors of the Holi Festival in India, the red sands of the Sahara Desert, the crimson-hued city of Marrakech, Morocco, and to the Great Barrier Reef featuring conversations with marine ecologist Dr. Catherine Kim. The adventure concludes in Alaska with the Northern Lights in Fairbanks, featuring conversations with documentarian Shondiin Mayo. "Color is more than what meets the eye; it's a language, a story waiting to be told in every corner of the world." shared Campbell. "Partnering with Comcast and the Black Experience on Xfinity, we aim to transform how audiences experience and interpret color, diving deep into the cultures that breathe life into it." Color is the second collaboration between Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity and director John Campbell, who previously debuted Who's Behind Black Arton the platformlast year. Who's Behind Black Art is a four-part docuseries that explores the lives of five emerging artists navigating the industry and their journey to create a unique exhibition. We're proud to deepen our ongoing collaboration with director John Campbell as we explore the many dimensions of color and its profound impact on our daily lives and we couldn't think of a better collaborator to explore the topic than Alteronce Gumby, whose obsession with color is so obviously present in all his work. "Through Black Experience on Xfinity, we aim to create a space where creators can share their unique perspectives, fostering meaningful connections with audiences everywhere," said Loren Hudson, SVP and Chief Diversity Officer, Connectivity and Platforms at Comcast. For more information about the film, please visit Black Experience on Xfinity is available at home on Xfinity X1 and Flex, and on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app. Additionally, the Black Experience destination is available to NOW Internet customers. The Black Experience on Xfinity features original and high-quality content from Comcast NBCUniversal and other major studios, in addition to content from many of Xfinity's existing network partners, at no additional cost to Xfinity customers. Xfinity customers can access the Black Experience on channel 1622 or simply say "Black Experience" into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling. Non-Xfinity customers will be able to view Color on Xumo Play, Comcast and Charter's free ad-supported streaming service app. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Comcast on Contact Info:Spokesperson: ComcastWebsite: info@ SOURCE: Comcast View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
