Dec. 4, 2003

Contact: Darrell Brogdon, Kansas Public Radio, (785) 864-2248.

Kansas Public Radio's 'Right Between the Ears' wins 3 Communicator Awards

LAWRENCE -- "Right Between the Ears," the popular sketch comedy series produced by Kansas Public Radio at the University of Kansas, has achieved a rare triple recognition at the 2003 Communicator Awards.

The series received three Crystal Awards of Excellence, the highest award possible, in three categories: Writing/Humor, On-Air Talent/Acting, and Radio Programs/Live Broadcast. Only one other entry in the 2003 competition received more Awards of Excellence.

The Communicator Awards is an international competition that recognizes outstanding work in the communications field. Entries come from radio stations, production facilities, advertising and public relations agencies, corporate communication departments, government entities, technicians, narrators, writers and other professionals associated with the production of audio broadcasts and materials.

"Right Between the Ears" is produced by KPR's Darrell Brogdon, who also serves as the series' principal writer. The series has aired on National Public Radio stations, on Sirius Satellite Radio, BBC Radio Four and Delta Radio, the in-flight entertainment service on Delta Airlines.

"Right Between the Ears" can be found online at www.rightbetweentheears.org.

Kansas Public Radio at KU includes KANU 91.5-FM in Lawrence, KANH 89.7-FM in Emporia, KANV 91.3-FM in Olsburg-Junction City and K210CR 89.7-FM in Atchison. The station's Web site is www.kpr.ku.edu.