Players Network Launches Double Feature

LAS VEGAS, Nevada – (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Players Network, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: PNTV), a leading provider of Gaming Lifestyle Entertainment, Education and Information, announced today that it is launching a first-ever pay-per-view Double Feature, distributed by Defiance Distribution, called "Gamblers Guide to Online Poker and Blackjack" on DISH Network Pay-Per-View.

Viewers who purchase the Double Feature will get double their money's worth, learning the ultimate strategies, secrets, and tactics for playing both winning poker, and winning blackjack, from respected experts in both disciplines. Building on the success of their Gaming Lifestyle VOD Channel on Comcast Digital Cable, and their Broadband Channel, the company is now expanding its distribution into Pay Per View programming.

This first Double Feature of the "Gamblers Guide" Series is scheduled to run as an All Day DISH Ticket from August 7 through August 26, 2006. All Day DISH Ticket makes the event be available for up to 24 hours, giving customers a chance to watch multiple times throughout the 24-hour period.

"We're excited about adding Pay Per View to our VOD, Broadband, and new media programming distribution," says Michael Berk, Players Network's President of Production. "Just like Vegas casinos, Players Network enjoys the 'House Edge,' collecting revenue for providing consumers with fun, exciting gaming entertainment," Berk adds.