Founded in 1949, Bayern 1 is a German public radio station operated by the Bayerische Rundfunk. The station is currently ranked the number one public radio program in the free state of Bavaria, despite its modest budget. It is broadcast on FM in Bavaria, and on DAB+ and DVB-C in Upper Bavaria, and on DVB-S in South Tyrol. Its programming is mostly geared towards the middle-aged consumer, and is best described as a mix of sports, music, news, and local entertainment. It also boasts the most listeners of any radio station in the free state. The station is available on a number of cable networks and the internet, and has a library of weather and traffic data stored with its music beds. The station reaches over three million viewers a day, and its music beds contain scores of hours of local and regional programming, making it a valuable source of news and entertainment. The station's website offers comprehensive regional reporting, as well as a calendar of upcoming events. Some of its most popular programs include the weekly game show Heute im Stadion and the "Die Blaue Couch" celebrity talk show. In addition to its regular daytime programming, Bayern 1 runs a separate nighttime program. The station has the distinction of being the first in the world to offer a dedicated channel. This is because the station is broadcast from two different regions, and its audience is somewhat diverse. Its programming is best described as a combination of pop and classic rock music with a smattering of Adult Contemporary and schlager.