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iHeartRadio and TikTok LIVE Premiere with LE SSERAFIM Featuring Songs from ‘PUREFLOW’ pt. 1, Streaming LIVE on TikTok June 12

iHeartMedia — Fri, 06/05/2026 - 08:00

LE SSERAFIM to perform songs from the new album, share inspiration behind the tracks and answer fan questions at the live event

New York, N.Y. – June 5, 2026 – In celebration of LE SSERAFIM’s recent album, ‘PUREFLOW’ pt. 1 released on May 22, iHeartMedia and TikTok will give fans exclusive access to a performance of songs from the new album during the iHeartRadio and TikTok LIVE Premiere with LE SSERAFIM. The event will take place on June 12 at 10 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. PT at the iHeartRadio Theater in Los Angeles and stream LIVE on @iheartradio, @le_sserafim, and @tiktok. Hosted by iHeartRadio personality JoJo Wright, the preview will also broadcast across iHeartRadio CHR stations on June 21.

In addition to performing songs from the new album, LE SSERAFIM will share the inspiration behind each track and provide insight into the group’s highly anticipated new era for their global fanbase, including nearly 15 million followers on TikTok. Fans, both in person and at home, can also ask questions directly on TikTok LIVE during the event.

LE SSERAFIM’s second studio album title ‘PUREFLOW’ pt. 1 is derived from an anagram of “POWERFUL,” reflecting a shift toward continuous movement. Across the album, fear is explored in different stages — uncertainty, awareness, response, and release — forming a connected emotional progression rather than isolated moments.

“We are looking forward to performing songs from our recent album, giving fans a sneak peek ahead of our upcoming world tour,” said LE SSERAFIM. “This album means so much to us and this event with iHeartRadio and TikTok will allow us to connect with our fans across the globe in an intimate way.”

This is the fourth live event iHeartRadio and TikTok LIVE have partnered on, creating a next-generation release format that merges the scale of broadcast radio with the interactivity of a community-driven platform, delivering record-breaking results and outlining a new blueprint for artist launches moving forward.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.

TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

About LE SSERAFIM

LE SSERAFIM, consisting of KIM CHAEWON, SAKURA, HUH YUNJIN, KAZUHA, and HONG EUNCHAE, are the first girl group launched by Source Music under HYBE. Since their powerful debut in May 2022 with 1st mini album FEARLESS, they have steadily expanded their global presence. The group entered the Billboard 200 at No. 14 with 2nd mini album ANTIFRAGILE and reached a new peak at No. 6 with their 1st studio album UNFORGIVEN. Their first English single “Perfect Night” debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100, followed by their first Billboard Hot 100 entry at No. 99 with “EASY.” LE SSERAFIM made history as the fastest K-pop act to be invited to perform at Coachella after debut, taking the stage in April 2024. The group has since performed on major global stages including MTV VMAs and EMAs, while their 5th mini album HOT debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard 200. This momentum carried through with “SPAGHETTI (feat. j-hope of BTS),” which marked a career-high on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 50. LE SSERAFIM continue to build on this trajectory with their 2nd studio album ‘PUREFLOW’ pt.1 and upcoming world tour, ‘PUREFLOW,’ remaining one of the most talked-about acts in today’s global music landscape.

Award-Winning Comedy Podcast “This Is Important,” Hosted by Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson, Signs New Multi-Year Renewal Deal with iHeartPodcasts

iHeartMedia — Thu, 06/04/2026 - 08:00

Top-Ranked iHeartPodcast Continues Weekly Run Across Audio and Video Platforms Ahead of 300th Episode Milestone

Listen to “This is Important” now HERE

NEW YORK – June 4, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Mail Order Company, the production studio founded by Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson, today announced a new multi-year contract renewal for their coproduced hit comedy podcast “This Is Important.” The renewed agreement extends the long-running partnership between iHeartPodcasts and the creators behind the beloved comedy series “Workaholics,” continuing the show’s reign as one of podcasting’s most successful comedy franchises. Listen to “This Is Important” HERE.

Since launching with iHeartPodcasts in 2020, “This Is Important” has become a fan-favorite destination for absurd humor, unfiltered conversations and the hosts’ signature chemistry, building a devoted audience across audio and video platforms. The show is approaching its milestone 300th episode and is consistently ranked in the Top 50 of Apple Podcasts’ Comedy chart. “This Is Important” was recognized as the Best Comedy Podcast at the 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards and was selected as part of iHeartMedia’s exclusive video podcast partnership with Netflix. The podcast has also expanded its connection with fans through the “TII Tour,” bringing the show’s signature comedy and chaos to live audiences across the country, with additional live events planned HERE.

Under the renewed agreement, “This Is Important” will continue as a weekly audio and video podcast, with iHeart significantly expanding its production and marketing investment behind the franchise. Each season will be supported by robust platform-wide promotion and enhanced production resources, further strengthening the podcast’s position as a leading title within the iHeartPodcasts network.

“WeHeart iHeart with all of rHearts and we’ll continue to bring inarguably thee most importantest “content” to the network,” said Adam, Anders, and Blake. “We look forward to growing TII Nation and expanding our friendship family in the years to come <3 Popozão to all!”

“It’s no surprise that ‘This Is Important’ has built such an incredibly loyal fan base with its authentic and original style of unfiltered comedy,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “We’re thrilled to expand our partnership and continue investing in one of the funniest teams in podcasting.”

In addition to the renewal of the flagship “This Is Important” podcast, Devine, Holm and Anderson, alongside iHeart recently announced an expansion of the franchise to develop additional podcast projects executive produced by the team, including the just launched comedy history podcast “Look Back At It,” hosted by Emmy-nominated writer and comedian Sam Jay and acclaimed comedian Alex English.

“This Is Important” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. New episodes are available Tuesdays on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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Kaleidoscope And iHeartPodcasts Announce Season Two Of “Skyline Drive: How To Live Forever,” A New Limited Series Exploring The Science, Culture, And Emotional Cost Of The Quest To Live Forever

iHeartMedia — Tue, 06/02/2026 - 08:00

Hosted by Kaleidoscope co-founder Mangesh Hattikudur, the new season follows a deeply personal reporting journey through the booming world of longevity science, biohacking, epigenetics, and the idea that death itself may one day become optional

First episode premieres June 9, 2026, with new episodes every Tuesday

Listen to the trailer HERE

Download show art HERE (Photo Credit: Kaleidoscope & iHeartPodcasts); Download host photo HERE (Photo Credit: Constantinos Linos)

NEW YORK – June 2, 2026 – Kaleidoscope, the New York-based media company redefining science and technology storytelling, and iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, today announced season two of Skyline Drive: How to Live Forever, a new limited podcast series exploring the rapidly growing pursuit of immortality and the emotional, scientific, and cultural consequences of trying to outrun death. Hosted by Kaleidoscope co-founder Mangesh Hattikudur, the new season follows a deeply personal reporting journey through the booming worlds of longevity science, biohacking, epigenetics, and radical life extension, meeting the scientists, entrepreneurs, philosophers, and experimenters attempting to transform aging, and perhaps death itself, into solvable problems. The official trailer is available now, with the first episode premiering Tuesday, June 9, 2026. New episodes will be published weekly every Tuesday.

Skyline Drive: How to Live Forever follows Hattikudur across the United States and internationally as he investigates the growing movement determined to radically extend human life, reporting from MIT and Harvard in Boston, Stanford University and Bay Area biohacker communities, wellness spaces across Southern California, and the Reverse Infinity Lab in Goa, India. Along the way, he speaks with leading scientists, philosophers, biohackers, entrepreneurs, and everyday people confronting mortality in radically different ways, including Dr. Nir Barzilai (Director, Einstein Institute for Geroscience), Dr. Li-Huei Tsai (Director, The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT), Joseph Coughlin (Director, MIT AgeLab), Dr. William Mair (Professor of Molecular Metabolism, Harvard), Professor Stephen Cave (Academic Director for the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, University of Cambridge) Professor John Fischer (Professor of Philosophy, UC Riverside), Lenny Guarente (Founder, Elysium Health and Professor, MIT), and Alua Arthur (Death Coach, Going with Grace). Sparked in part by an astrological prediction that he would die at 64, the season becomes a deeply personal exploration of aging, inherited trauma, grief, and the search for meaning in a world increasingly obsessed with immortality. The new season follows the critically acclaimed first season of Skyline Drive, which was named a “Series Essential” by Apple Podcasts and recognized on year-end Best Podcasts lists by New York Magazine and The Guardian.

“Some of the most powerful stories are the ones that help people grapple with the biggest questions shaping our future in a deeply human way,” said Oz Woloshyn, co-founder of Kaleidoscope. “What Mangesh accomplished with Skyline Drive is an incredible example of that. As my co-founder and creative partner, I’ve watched him transform a deeply personal journey about mortality, family history, and longevity into something universal that explores not just death, but how to live and what’s truly worth living for. This season is a powerful example of Kaleidoscope’s approach to science and technology storytelling through a deeply human lens.”

Hattikudur is a veteran media builder and creative executive who previously served as SVP of Podcast Development at iHeartMedia, where he launched critically acclaimed series, including Somebody and Hit Man. Before that, he co-founded and ran Mental Floss for 17 years, growing it from a college startup into a national media brand. Currently, he is redefining science and technology storytelling through Kaleidoscope and his podcast, Part Time Genius, which he co-hosts with Will Pearson, president of iHeartPodcasts.

“Skyline Drive is a podcast about topics that seem to be everywhere, and yet, no one has a handle on. Astrology in Season 1 and Longevity in Season 2 are both topics where scientific claims abound, but it takes effort to separate the truth from the snake oil,” said Hattikudur. “This season reflects so much of what we aim to do at Kaleidoscope: Exploring some of the biggest scientific and cultural questions shaping our future through joyous and deeply reported storytelling. The more I explored the world of longevenauts, death deniers, and biopunks, the more I found myself making plans for an uncertain future. Above all, I hope listeners come away thinking differently about life, death, and our responsibility to one another.”

Skyline Drive: How to Live Forever season two is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and joins Kaleidoscope’s growing slate of premium content exploring science and technology. New episodes will publish every Tuesday on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

For more information on Kaleidoscope, please visit www.k-scope.com.

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About Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope is a genre-defining media company, using human storytelling to transport audiences to the frontiers of discovery. Founded in 2022 by Oz Woloshyn and Mangesh Hattikudur, Kaleidoscope's network of science and technology programming works to make the most important ideas of our time accessible, engaging, and emotionally resonant — for everyone who wants a stake in this new future. Today, the network reaches millions and is home to hit shows including On Musk: with Walter Isaacson and The Last Soviet: with Lance Bass. Visit www.k-scope.com for more information.

LG Radio+ Joins Forces with iHeartRadio to Give Users Access to America's #1 Audio Company

iHeartMedia — Tue, 06/02/2026 - 08:00

LG's Free Audio Streaming Service Adds Live and Digital iHeartRadio Stations as well as Podcasts to Enrich and Simplify the Listening Experience

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — June 2, 2026 — In a move to curate a diverse selection of podcasts and radio programs, LG Electronics (LG) has partnered with iHeartMedia, the leading audio media company in America, to upgrade its free ad-supported audio streaming service, LG Radio+. Through this partnership, iHeartMedia's more than 850 live iHeartRadio stations, digital-only stations and its impressive catalog of podcasts will now be available on the LG Radio+ app.

Available on LG Smart TVs running webOS 6.0 and above, the LG Radio+ app can be accessed from the Home launcher bar or Content Store providing a fast and convenient way to discover new listening content. As part of LG's commitment to enhancing user convenience and connectivity across the company's life-enriching products, listeners will be able to access LG Radio+ through the LG ThinQ® app (accessible via compatible xboom speaker settings), enabling enjoyable audio streaming on LG audio devices with minimal effort. What's more, LG Radio+ will also be available to access through the My button on xboom speakers in 2026.

"With radio stations, podcasts and music being a vital companion in our daily lives, LG Radio+ makes it easier than ever to tune in to a curated list of audio streaming content" said Matthew Durgin, VP of MS Content and Services at LG Electronics USA." The integration of iHeartRadio's massive content library coupled with LG's innovative, high-quality technology truly embody our Life's Good mantra."

"We are excited to integrate iHeartRadio into LG Radio+," said Conal Byrne, CEO of iHeart Digital Audio Group. "This integration reflects our commitment to meeting listeners everywhere they are, making premium audio content even more accessible in a seamless experience across the connected home."

LG Radio+ features an intuitive interface designed for easy discovery, helping users navigate premium live radio stations, podcasts, and existing music playlists. Content options include popular programming and curated recommendations from iHeartRadio, location-based station suggestions that automatically surface when users enter their zip code in the in-app Settings, and national content from around the world.

LG continues to elevate the user experience with a broad range of content and an intuitive user interface, making it effortless to explore and enjoy audio entertainment. To learn more about how LG is enhancing the audio experience, visit lg.com.

About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com

iHeartMedia Announces Lineup for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival Presented by Capital One

iHeartMedia — Tue, 06/02/2026 - 08:00

The two-day main stage event will feature performances by BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, Weezer, Zara Larsson and more; hosted by Ryan Seacrest on Sept. 18 and 19 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

Disney+ and Hulu to serve as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival

Tickets available to general public on AXS.com beginning June 12

NEW YORK (June 2, 2026) — iHeartMedia today announced the lineup for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, the annual concert event taking place on Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will feature performances by BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, Weezer and Zara Larsson, with more to be announced.

“The iHeartRadio Music Festival is all about bringing together the biggest artists across every genre for two unforgettable nights, and this year’s lineup truly reflects the incredible diversity of music today,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises of iHeartMedia. “From global superstars to fan-favorite icons, we’re excited to once again deliver an unmatched live and streaming experience that reaches millions of fans everywhere—whether they’re in the arena, listening across our stations nationwide or watching on Disney+ and Hulu.”

Each night, the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will broadcast live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. Disney+ and Hulu will livestream all of the performances, giving subscribers exclusive front-row access from the comfort of their homes.

Eligible Capital One cardholders will have priority access to pre-sale tickets for the iHeartRadio Music Festival beginning Wednesday, June 10 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET through Friday, June 12 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET or while pre-sale tickets last. Cardholders will also be able to add a Capital One Access Pass to their purchase to enjoy an exclusive pre-show party with Weezer on Friday inclusive of food, drinks and a private performance. Pre-sale information and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on AXS.com Friday, June 12 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT.

“Through our partnership with iHeartMedia, Capital One is dedicated to giving music fans unparalleled access to some of the industry's most unforgettable live performances,” said Amit Desai, Senior Director of Brand Sponsorships at Capital One. “By pairing early ticket access with unique on-site perks like the Capital One Access Pass, we give cardholders premium options to experience the iHeartRadio Music Festival from the very center of the action.”

In addition, throughout a summer-long on-air and online promotion, iHeartMedia station listeners across the country will have chances to win exclusive trips to Las Vegas where they will join thousands of other dedicated music fans to experience the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival.

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner Capital One, Audible, Burlington, Hyundai, the OREO brand, She Rises Studios, with more to be announced.

The iHeartRadio Music Festival is executive produced by John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Bart Peters from iHeartMedia and Diversified Production Services (DPS). iHeartMedia will also executive produce the livestream.

For more details about the iHeartRadio Music Festival visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

Artists and/or event are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About Capital One

At Capital One we’re on a mission for our customers – bringing them best-in-class products, rewards, service, and experiences. Capital One is a diversified bank that offers products and services to individuals, small businesses and commercial clients. We use technology, innovation, and interaction to provide consumers with products and services to meet their needs. Through Capital One Entertainment and Capital One Dining we provide our rewards cardholders with access to unforgettable experiences in the areas they’re passionate about, including dining, music, sports and the arts. Learn more at capitalone.com/entertainment and capitalone.com/dining.

About Disney+

Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with The Simpsons and outside the U.S., general entertainment brand Hulu. As the flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ serves as a connection point for audiences around the world with an unmatched collection of award-winning general entertainment, gold-standard family programming, the most trusted news, and global sports programming from ESPN. With unprecedented access to Disney’s long history of incredible film and television entertainment, it is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. Disney+ is available as a standalone streaming service or as part of bundle offerings in the U.S. whereby bundle subscribers can now stream Hulu and ESPN content directly in the Disney+ app. Subscriptions also include access to the Disney+ Perks loyalty program including special discounts, everyday savings, and early access to exclusive experiences that only Disney can offer. For more, visit disneyplus.com, or find the Disney+ app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

About Hulu

Hulu is a leading premium on-demand and live streaming service in the U.S. that offers an expansive slate of entertainment from every major U.S. broadcast network as well as 20th Century Studios, ABC, ABC News, ESPN, FX, Searchlight Pictures, and many more. For more than 17 years, Hulu has provided on-demand access to hit TV series and films, award-winning Originals and exclusive licensed content. With Hulu + Live TV, subscribers receive a unique combination of 100+ live news, entertainment and sports TV channels and can access Hulu’s on-demand library, plus Disney+ and ESPN in their respective apps, all in one plan. Hulu is available as a standalone streaming service or as part of bundle offerings with different combinations of Disney+ and ESPN and can be further personalized through a variety of premium add-on subscriptions. Visit hulu.com to subscribe or learn more about the service.

About T-Mobile Arena

T-Mobile Arena, the 20,000-seat venue located on the Las Vegas Strip between Park MGM and New York-New York, opened April 6, 2016. The arena hosts more than 100 events annually including major headline entertainment, awards shows, UFC, boxing, basketball and other sporting events, family shows and special events. T-Mobile Arena also is the home of the Vegas Golden Knights, a National Hockey League expansion team and the city’s first professional sports team, as well as UFC’s exclusive Las Vegas arena destination. The venue, named the No. 1 venue on Billboard Magazine’s 2018 Arena Power List as well as the “Best New Major Concert Venue” by Pollstar Magazine in 2016, features 50 luxury suites, more than two dozen private loge boxes, complete broadcast facilities, and other specially designed exclusive hospitality offerings and fan amenities destined to create a guest experience second to none. Toshiba Plaza, an adjacent two-acre outdoor entertainment space, features performance stages, a variety of video screens and other interactive content and display areas. Designed and built to prioritize environmental sustainability, T-Mobile Arena was awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED) Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council in 2016. T-Mobile Arena is a privately funded joint venture between AEG and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information, visit T-MobileArena.com or follow on Facebook, X and Instagram.

iHeartMedia and Procter & Gamble (P&G) Launch the Elton John Impact Awards to Honor LGBTQ+ Icons and Trailblazers with a Podcast Special Airing June 1

iHeartMedia — Mon, 06/01/2026 - 08:00

The special honors Jonathan Bailey, Laverne Cox, Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Orville Peck and Chappell Roan for their outstanding impact on the LGBTQ+ community and features a special performance by Dove Cameron

Listen HERE

WHAT: iHeartMedia and P&G present the Elton John Impact Awards, celebrating trailblazing LGBTQ+ community members and prominent allies. Hosted by Billy Porter and Elvis Duran, the special launched today June 1, as a podcast series on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard and as an audio special airing across iHeartRadio PRIDE stations.

The Elton John Impact Awards recognizes those whose lifelong work has inspired change and shaped culture, while also giving back to LGBTQ+ nonprofit organizations that uplift the communities they serve.

WHO: The Elton John Impact Awards honors Jonathan Bailey, Laverne Cox, Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Orville Peck and Chappell Roan for their outstanding impact on the LGBTQ+ community. Listeners are invited behind the scenes to hear the stories, challenges, and defining moments that shaped each honoree’s journey, told in their own words like never before. To mark the inaugural broadcast, multiplatinum recording artist Dove Cameron delivers a special performance of 'Your Song' in tribute to Elton John’s legacy.

The program also helps drive visibility and funding for a range of frontline organizations working to support the LGBTQ+ community including the Elton John AIDS Foundation. In partnership with Brandi Carlile’s Looking Out Foundation, additional funds will be granted to CenterLink, GLAAD, the National Black Justice Collective, Outright International, SAGE, and the Trevor Project. Each organization addresses various critical needs across the LGBTQ+ community, such as supporting and advocating for LGBTQ+ elder care, increasing access to preventative health services and treatment, and providing mental health support for young people.

WHEN: Monday, June 1, 2026: Podcast series available now, with audio special broadcasting at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT.

WHERE: Podcast series is available HERE, on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard and the audio special airs across iHeartRadio PRIDE stations.

MORE: A panel of inspirational leaders worked closely with Elton John to select this year’s honorees. Advisory Council members include Chair of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and CEO of Rocket Entertainment David Furnish; three-time Tony plus Grammy, Emmy and Drama Desk-winning artist Billy Porter; Grammy and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated musician Brandi Carlile; the Elton John AIDS Foundation CEO Anne Aslett; and Elton John Impact Awards’ Executive Producers P&G’s Brent Miller and iHeartMedia's John Sykes.

Proud charitable foundation partners of this year’s event include the Elton John AIDS Foundation and The Looking Out Foundation.

For more information visit EltonJohnImpactAwards.com and the previous press release HERE.

QUOTES: Elton John's Advice to the Next Generation, Elton John Impact Awards Podcast Recording:

Elton John: “We're still standing. Stand together, you young people. Use your feet, use your voice, don't isolate. Get out there. Make friends, and stand together. That's the only way you're gonna change things. And you'll by doing that, you'll meet friends for life, you'll feel part of history, and being part of history is a very difficult thing to do, but you can do it.”

Additional quotes from the honorees in the podcast series can be found HERE.

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About Procter & Gamble

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.

About the Elton John AIDS Foundation:
The Elton John AIDS Foundation was established in 1992 and is one of the leading independent AIDS organizations in the world. The Foundation's mission is simple: an end to the AIDS epidemic. The Elton John AIDS Foundation is committed to overcoming the stigma, discrimination and neglect that keep us from ending AIDS. With the mobilization of our network of generous supporters and partners, we fund local experts across four continents to challenge discrimination, prevent infections and provide treatment, as well as informing government strategies to end AIDS.

About the Looking Out Foundation
The Looking Out Foundation amplifies the impact of music by awarding grants, engaging community, and creating powerful partnerships. From neighborhood to nation, we activate our dedicated coalition of fan volunteers and use our platform to uplift humanitarian causes, organizations, and activists leading the fight to create a better world.

iHeartRadio Named Title Sponsor for the USA Bobsled/Skeleton Recruitment Series

iHeartMedia — Thu, 05/28/2026 - 08:00

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (May 28, 2026) - USA Bobsled/Skeleton (USABS) is excited to announce a new partnership with iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one live radio, streaming music and podcasting platform, to expand recruitment efforts for the next generation of USA sliders.

As part of the partnership, iHeartMedia will contribute significant on-air and digital marketing support to help promote USA Bobsled and Skeleton recruitment events to a broader audience nationwide and will become the title sponsor for the 2026 Recruitment Series.

Bobsled and skeleton are unique sports because most athletes do not begin their sliding careers until their late teens or early 20s, transferring athletic skills developed in other sports to the ice track.

Each offseason, USABS hosts in-person recruitment events, as well as a virtual combine, to identify new talent. Athletes participating in the 2026 iHeartRadio USA Bobsled/Skeleton Recruitment Series are tested in a variety of skills, including:

40-yard sprint
Broad jump and vertical jump
5-10-5 pro agility shuttle
Kneeling power ball toss
20-yard resisted sprint

No prior sliding experience is required to participate.

Top-performing athletes identified through combine testing are invited to Lake Placid, New York, for Rookie Camp, where they further develop their skills and have the opportunity to push a sled on ice for the first time.

Through this partnership, iHeartRadio will play an active role in helping USABS recruit the next generation of champions for the USA. The collaboration provides a valuable opportunity to introduce bobsled and skeleton to a broader audience as the organization continues its mission to recruit world-class talent and win medals for the United States on the world stage.

"Having iHeartRadio as the title sponsor of the USA Bobsled/Skeleton Recruitment Series is a game-changing partnership for our organization. Their incredible reach will help us introduce bobsled and skeleton to new audiences, inspire talented athletes to explore these sports, and identify the next generation of USA competitors,” shared Aron McGuire, CEO of USABS.

"We’re proud to partner with USA Bobsled and Skeleton to help amplify their recruitment efforts nationwide,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for iHeartMedia. “This is an incredible opportunity to inspire new athletes and support the future of the USA team."

For more information, visit USABS.com/recruitment.

About USA Bobsled & Skeleton

USA Bobsled & Skeleton (USABS) is the national governing body for bobsled and skeleton in the United States. USABS is responsible for the recruitment, development, training, and support of athletes from grassroots through elite international competition. For more information, visit USABS.com or follow the team’s journey on Instagram (@USABS), Facebook (USA Bobsled/Skeleton), and TikTok (@usabobsledskeleton).

INTENNSE and iHeartMedia Announce Official Audio Partnership

iHeartMedia — Thu, 05/28/2026 - 08:00

League Exposure and Storytelling Opportunities to Grow with Access to Millions of iHeart Listeners Nationwide

ATLANTA – May 28, 2026 – INTENNSE, the revolutionary professional co-ed tennis league redefining the sport with its fast-paced, team-based format, today announced a landmark partnership with iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in America and the largest podcast publisher globally, naming iHeartRadio the Official Audio Partner of INTENNSE. The partnership will bring INTENNSE’s unique brand of professional tennis to new audiences across iHeart’s unmatched multiplatform network.

Under the terms of the agreement, iHeartRadio will serve as the league’s official and exclusive audio partner, delivering promotional content, player storytelling, and INTENNSE programming across its live broadcast radio stations, iHeartRadio’s free streaming app, iHeartPodcasts network, digital platforms, and live events. The partnership is designed to amplify INTENNSE’s momentum as the league enters the 2026 season with 10 teams competing at Assembly Studios in Atlanta while building national awareness in advance of the league’s planned expansion and growth targets. Additionally, the INTENNSE Arena practice court will now become the “iHeart Practice Court.”

"iHeartMedia tells stories at a scale we simply can't replicate on our own, and that's exactly why this partnership matters," said Charles Allen, CEO, INTENNSE. "Tennis has never had a product like ours: co-ed, team-based, fast-paced, and built for the moment we're living in. But a great product still needs to find its audience, and iHeart opens doors well beyond where we are today. This is a chance to build something together, bring new fans into the INTENNSE world, and grow the league in ways that are good for everyone at the table."

The partnership will be activated across iHeartMedia’s full ecosystem and will include original INTENNSE-branded audio content; live streamed iHeart Practice Court segments at select matches; promotional campaigns aired across iHeartMedia’s national network of broadcast radio stations; cross-platform digital campaigns that drive tune-in and build INTENNSE’s national fanbase; and iHeartRadio brand integration and on-site fan activations during INTENNSE live match events at Assembly Studios in Atlanta.

“INTENNSE represents exactly the kind of bold, innovative sports property that resonates with the iHeart audience – co-ed, team-driven and built for the next generation of sports fans,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for iHeartMedia. “We’re proud to be the official audio partner of INTENNSE and to use the full power of our platform to introduce the league to millions of new fans from coast to coast.”

The partnership is structured to grow alongside INTENNSE as the league expands from its Atlanta hub, positioning iHeart as the league’s long-term audio and media partner at every stage of that growth. iHeartMedia’s unmatched local-to-national infrastructure — connecting Atlanta-market radio and digital with national podcast and streaming distribution — makes it the ideal platform partner for a league built to scale.

For more information, visit www.intennse.com.

About INTENNSE

INTENNSE is a fast-paced, co-ed, team-based professional tennis league designed to elevate both player performance and fan engagement. Featuring simplified scoring, nonstop action, and an immersive live environment, INTENNSE is bringing new energy and a new narrative to the sport of tennis. The league enters the 2026 season with 10 teams, all based out of Assembly Studios in Atlanta, GA. Learn more at www.intennse.com.

iHeartMedia and Netflix Deepen Partnership with Daily Live Video Stream of Nationally Syndicated Hit Radio Show The Breakfast Club with Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy and Jess Hilarious

iHeartMedia — Wed, 05/20/2026 - 08:00

The iconic morning show becomes Netflix’s first daily live program airing each weekday, featuring nearly three hours of uninterrupted show with exclusive content during breaks

New York and Los Angeles – May 21, 2026 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in America, and Netflix today announced the next major milestone in their video podcast partnership: The Breakfast Club, one of the most influential and culturally resonant broadcast radio morning shows in the country, will now stream live daily on Netflix, marking an unprecedented evolution of the show – and the first daily live program airing each weekday for Netflix.

Beginning June 1, The Breakfast Club, co-hosted by Charlamagne tha God, will air simultaneously as a live video show on Netflix each weekday, giving members nearly three hours of real‑time access to the show’s unfiltered conversations, headline‑driving interviews, and cultural commentary as it happens. While the radio broadcast will continue to include traditional commercial breaks, Netflix viewers will receive an enhanced, uninterrupted experience, with those breaks filled by exclusive bonus segments, behind‑the‑scenes moments, extended discussions and original content—resulting in nearly three continuous hours of programming each day.

This expansion builds on iHeartMedia and Netflix’s previously announced exclusive video podcast collaboration, unveiled in December, and represents how audio‑first franchises can thrive in a premium, video environment.

“The Breakfast Club has always been at the center of culture, breaking artists, shaping conversations, and reflecting real life in real time,” said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO for iHeartMedia. “Taking this show live every day to a global audience on Netflix is a powerful example of how we’re expanding the reach of our biggest brands while giving audiences entirely new ways to experience them. Whether it’s morning in NYC or the afternoon in London, the conversation is live and reaching the world in real time.”

“Do y’all understand what “Live Globally” really means? Mornings in New York. Daytime in the U.K. and Ghana. Evenings across other parts of the world,” said Charlamagne tha God. “The media landscape will always evolve, but one thing consistently cuts through: live programming. That’s a big reason The Breakfast Club has sustained its reign for so long. We’re building something powerful—real‑time conversation, real community, on a global scale. The future belongs to those who can see what’s possible—and trust me, the vision for The Breakfast Club and Netflix is crystal clear.”

With its live daily format, The Breakfast Club becomes one of the first shows of its kind on Netflix, showcasing the service’s growing investment in the podcast space and creator‑driven programming. The show will continue to feature its current lineup of hosts—Charlamagne tha God, DJ Envy and Jess Hilarious—bringing their signature energy, authenticity and cultural authority to Netflix members around the globe.

“The Breakfast Club has been a cultural staple for years, and we’re thrilled to make it our first daily live morning show on Netflix,” said Lauren Smith, Netflix VP of Content Licensing and Programming Strategy. "Every weekday, members can drop into nearly three hours of live, unfiltered conversation, plus exclusive moments they won’t hear anywhere else. It’s a big step forward in how we bring culturally defining audio‑first franchises to life for Netflix audiences around the world, and we’re excited to deepen our partnership with iHeartMedia.”

The morning program originates from iHeartMedia’s legendary Power 105.1/WWPR-FM in New York and will continue to be nationally syndicated by Premiere Networks on more than 100 broadcast radio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app, with all audio‑only rights and distribution continuing to be retained by iHeartMedia. The enhanced Netflix version offers an additive experience—designed specifically for viewers.

Originally launched in 2010, The Breakfast Club has become the bullhorn for modern culture and is widely regarded as the most informative and entertaining top-rated contemporary Hip-Hop/R&B morning show today. Charlamagne Tha God and his co-hosts DJ Envy and Jess Hilarious are known for their unrivaled interviews with celebrities and recording artists. Esteemed guests who have appeared on the show include former President Barack Obama, former President Joe Biden, former Vice President Kamala Harris, Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Future, 50 Cent, Lizzo, Will Smith, Alicia Keys and many more. The crew also hosts “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” a 3-hour weekly program featuring a countdown of the top 20 songs on the charts and signature interviews. Charlamagne Tha God and “The Breakfast Club” were inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2020.

About Netflix

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause, and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

iHeartRadio Named Official Audio and Radio Partner of the Beach Football League

iHeartMedia — Tue, 05/19/2026 - 08:00

Multi-Event Partnership Expands Into 2027 With National Beach Football Experiences Planned Across New England, Miami and Los Angeles

NEWPORT, R.I. — May 19, 2026 — The Beach Football League (BFL), the world’s first professional tackle football league played on sand, today announced a strategic partnership with iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America, naming iHeartRadio the league’s Official Audio and Radio Partner for the 2026 season and beyond.

The partnership will integrate iHeart’s expansive live radio, digital, podcast, social and live event platforms into the BFL’s growing national footprint, supporting event promotion, fan engagement, entertainment programming, athlete storytelling, and community initiatives surrounding BFL events across the country.

Founded by former NFL linebacker and two-time Super Bowl champion Tully Banta-Cain, the BFL combines professional tackle football on sand with music, celebrity appearances, youth camps and festival-style beachfront entertainment experiences.

“We’re excited to welcome iHeartRadio as the Official Audio and Radio Partner of the Beach Football League,” said Tully Banta-Cain. “This partnership gives us the ability to grow the BFL nationally through the power of music, radio, digital media, and live experiences. We’re building something completely unique that blends football, entertainment, and culture on the beach.”

The partnership officially launched alongside the BFL’s California events, including the Santa Cruz Beach Classic, which took place May 16–17, 2026, and now continues into the upcoming Fiesta Hermosa Sunset Showdown on May 23, 2026.

The Santa Cruz Beach Classic featured Marshawn Lynch, Deshaun Foster, a free youth football camp, a drone show, and a halftime performance by acclaimed Bay Area artist Goapele alongside Golden State Warriors official DJ D Sharp. The Fiesta Hermosa Sunset Showdown will feature NFL legends, live DJs, youth programming and a halftime performance by legendary hip-hop group The Pharcyde.

The partnership is also expected to expand into 2027 as the BFL continues growing its national footprint with future destination events planned across New England during Labor Day Weekend, Miami during Art Basel Week and Santa Monica during Super Bowl Week surrounding the 2027 Los Angeles Super Bowl.

As part of the collaboration, iHeart branding and promotional support will be featured across BFL radio campaigns, live event integrations, social media content, digital advertising and entertainment programming throughout the partnership.

The Beach Football League continues to emerge as one of the most innovative live sports entertainment properties in the country, bringing together athletes, artists, creators, and fans through immersive beachside experiences focused on sports, music, and community engagement. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and event information, visit beachfootballleague.com.

About the Beach Football League

The Beach Football League (BFL) is the world’s first professional tackle football league played on sand. Combining elite athletic competition with live entertainment, music, youth initiatives, and community engagement, the BFL delivers a one-of-a-kind sports and lifestyle experience on iconic beaches across the country.

“Hey Jonas!”: Jonas Brothers Make Their Move Into Podcasting with iHeartPodcasts Deal

iHeartMedia — Tue, 05/19/2026 - 08:00

Debut Podcast Premieres Tomorrow, May 20

The Official Trailer is Available Now HERE and on YouTube

LOS ANGELES – May 19, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced an exclusive podcast partnership with global pop superstars Jonas Brothers and their production banner, Powered by Jonas, for a new series titled “Hey Jonas!” Executive produced by Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas, the podcast will pull fans deeper than ever into the brothers’ world with an intimate, wildly fun and refreshingly unfiltered look at their lives on and off the stage. The official trailer is available now on the iHeartRadio app, YouTube, and all major audio platforms, with the premiere episode set to debut tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20.

Building on their longstanding relationship with iHeartMedia, from the radio waves to live iHeart concert stages, the Jonas Brothers are embarking on their latest endeavor with “Hey Jonas!” Known for their chart-topping hits and devoted fanbase, the brothers’ new podcast will give fans an inside look at the chaos, laughs and real-life moments of brotherhood through candid, unfiltered conversations about family, touring, personal moments fans rarely see and everything in between. Along the way, Kevin, Joe and Nick will be joined by people who know them best, from family members, close friends and longtime confidantes. More personal, more playful and more Jonas than ever, this series will bring fans closer to the brothers in a whole new way.

In a fun, nostalgic nod to fan hotlines, listeners can dial in to 1-84-HEY-JONAS (1-844-395-6627) to ask questions and hear from the brothers directly on everything from personal dilemmas to hot topics. Bonus episodes and exclusive interviews will also roll out, offering even more behind-the-scenes access.

“Hey Jonas!” is executive produced by Amy Sugarman and Danielle Romo for iHeartPodcasts and serves as the first title in a new slate of original programming from the Jonas Brothers. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @JonasBrothers and @HeyJonasPodcast on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.

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About Jonas Brothers

Standing out as one of the most successful groups of the 21st century, Jonas Brothers—Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas—have sold north of 20 million albums and counting, garnered two GRAMMY® Award nominations, earned 26 Billboard Hot 100 hits, logged three consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard 200, and generated billions of streams. Among many accolades, they’ve recently claimed a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2019, they notably ignited the comeback of the decade with their Platinum-Certified Republic Records debut, Happiness Begins. It yielded the history-making, 5x-Platinum smash “Sucker,” which minted them as “the first group in the 21st century to debut at #1 on the Hot 100,” exploded as the “longest running #1 Pop Airplay Single of 2019,” and received a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Bowing at #1 on the Billboard 200, Happiness Begins impressively scored the “biggest sales week of 2019 at time of release” and housed the Double-Platinum “Only Human” and Platinum “Cool.” The band supported the album with the worldwide “Happiness Begins Tour”—selling over 1.2 million tickets—and the Amazon Original documentaries Chasing Happiness and Happiness Continues. Along the way, the members simultaneously juggled prolific solo careers extending into television, film, and successful business ventures. In 2023, Jonas Brothers once again proved they are a constant force, embarking on a new era with the release of The Album, via Republic Records. The Album was produced by Jon Bellion and features hit singles “Waffle House” and “Wings.” In support of the new album and this new era for Jonas Brothers, they kicked off “The Tour” with two sold-out shows at New York’s iconic Yankee Stadium. “The Tour” included stadium and arena dates around the globe through 2024, resulting in the band’s biggest and most extensive tour to date. 2025 marked a special year for Jonas Brothers as they celebrated their 20th anniversary as a band. To kick off the year, Jonas Brothers released two new singles–“Slow Motion” with producer Marshmello and “Love Me To Heaven.” They also hosted a milestone JONASCON fan event at New Jersey’s American Dream, where they celebrated 20 years of legacy, memories, and the Jonas Brothers fan community with over 75,000 fans from all over the world in attendance. JONASCON kicked off what became an unforgettable year for the Jonas Brothers, including their brand new album, Greetings from Your Hometown, and the highly anticipated ‘JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown’ Tour, which kicked off on August 10th at MetLife Stadium to a sold-out crowd. Rounding out their 20th anniversary year, the brothers’ hand and footprints were immortalized at the iconic TCL Theatre, and they were formally inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. They also starred in the holiday film A Very Jonas Christmas Movie on Disney+.

iHeartMedia and Procter & Gamble (P&G) Launch the Elton John Impact Awards to Honor LGBTQ+ Icons and Trailblazers with a Podcast Special Airing June 1

iHeartMedia — Mon, 05/18/2026 - 08:00

Hosted by Billy Porter and Elvis Duran, the special honors changemakers Jonathan Bailey, Laverne Cox, Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Orville Peck and Chappell Roan for their outstanding impact on the LGBTQ+ community and features a special performance by Dove Cameron

By raising critical visibility and providing financial support, the Elton John Impact Awards also helps ensure that LGBTQ+ organizations — from advocacy groups to health services and community centers — can continue offering essential, life-affirming programs

View the trailer HERE

NEW YORK- May 18, 2026- iHeartMedia and P&G announce the inaugural Elton John Impact Awards, celebrating trailblazing LGBTQ+ community members and prominent allies. Hosted by Billy Porter and Elvis Duran, the special will launch as a podcast series on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard and as an audio special airing across iHeartRadio PRIDE stations on June 1.

The Elton John Impact Awards recognizes those whose lifelong work has inspired change and shaped culture, while also giving back to LGBTQ+ organizations that uplift the communities they serve.

The program will help drive visibility and funding for a range of frontline organizations working to support the LGBTQ+ community including the Elton John AIDS Foundation. In partnership with Brandi Carlile’s Looking Out Foundation, additional funds will be granted to CenterLink, GLAAD, the National Black Justice Collective, Outright International, SAGE, and the Trevor Project. Each organization addresses various critical needs across the LGBTQ+ community, such as supporting and advocating for LGBTQ+ elder care, increasing access to preventative health services and treatment, and providing mental health support for young people.

Created by iHeartMedia and P&G, the first-ever podcast awards ceremony recognizes the legendary individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, bringing together art, culture and impact. This year’s esteemed honorees include:

Jonathan Bailey – Film, television and stage actor who launched The Shameless Fund to support LGBTQ+ charities.
Laverne Cox - Emmy-nominated actress and Emmy-winning producer who has elevated transgender visibility in mainstream media and remains a powerful voice for equality and inclusion.
Melissa Etheridge - Grammy and Oscar-winning musician who has used her platform to champion LGBTQ+ rights for decades through personal storytelling within her music and cultural advocacy.
Billie Jean King - Sports Icon and award-winning humanitarian who has spent her life advocating for gender and LGBTQ+ equality in and out of sports.
Orville Peck – Trailblazing country performer who uses his artistic persona to blend traditional country aesthetics with queer themes and uses his platforms to create visibility and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
Chappell Roan – Pop icon who advocates for LGBTQ+ rights with her unapologetic artistry and founding of The Midwest Princess Project to support trans youth.

Hosted by Billy Porter and iHeartRadio’s Elvis Duran, the special will feature candid, personal conversations with Elton John, David Furnish, Chair of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, and this year’s legendary and iconic honorees. Listeners are invited behind the scenes to hear the stories, challenges, and defining moments that shaped each honoree’s journey, told in their own words like never before. To mark the inaugural broadcast, multiplatinum recording artist Dove Cameron will deliver a special performance of 'Your Song' in tribute to Elton John’s legacy.

“I’ve always believed in the power of storytelling to connect us and challenge us,” said Elton John. “These conversations bring together the people who have shaped LGBTQ+ culture and fought for dignity at a time when the world too often looked away. Some are friends who stood beside me through the AIDS crisis, others are carrying the torch forward with the new generation. Hearing their stories and reflecting on how far we’ve come, and how far we still have to go, is deeply humbling. This is history that cannot be forgotten and these are voices that must be heard.”

The Elton John Impact Award was first introduced in 2022 at “Can’t Cancel Pride,” a virtual benefit concert launched by iHeartMedia and P&G, where Elton John was its inaugural recipient in recognition of his decades-long advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and the fight to end AIDS. Since then, the award has honored trailblazers including Brandi Carlile and Billy Porter, evolving into the Elton John Impact Awards inspired by Elton’s legacy. Over the course of five years, Can't Cancel Pride raised over $17 million for LGBTQ+ nonprofits.

“We’re honored to partner with Elton John and P&G to tell these stories of the incredible icons to celebrate their enduring impact on the LGBTQ+ community,” said Gayle Troberman, for iHeartMedia. “Because of this, we are also able to showcase what’s possible when we use our voice to support the organizations on the ground delivering critical support to those in need.”

“We are proud to celebrate these cultural icons and community organizations that both inspire and support people in communities around the world,” said Brent Miller for P&G. “Through their efforts, they have helped us to better understand and uplift each other while working to create a world where equality and inclusion are achievable for all. They each use their special gifts—whether in the arts, athletics or community impact—to help inspire others with hope, action and impact.”

“The Elton John Impact Awards spotlight the vital work of organizations protecting LGBTQ+ communities and advancing health equity around the world,” said David Furnish, Chair of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. “At a time when LGBTQ+ rights and health equity remain under threat globally, investing in organizations on the frontlines has never been more urgent.”

A panel of inspirational leaders worked closely with Elton John to select this year’s honorees. Advisory Council members include Chair of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and CEO of Rocket Entertainment David Furnish; three-time Tony plus Grammy, Emmy and Drama Desk-winning artist Billy Porter; Grammy and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated musician Brandi Carlile; the Elton John AIDS Foundation CEO Anne Aslett; and Can’t Cancel Pride’s and Elton John Impact Awards’ Founding Producers P&G’s Brent Miller and iHeartMedia's John Sykes.

Proud charitable foundation partners of this year’s event include the Elton John AIDS Foundation and The Looking Out Foundation. Since it was founded in 1992, the Elton John AIDS Foundation has provided support and care for the LGBTQ+ community and tackled the stigma that stands in the way of ending AIDS for everyone, everywhere. Since 2020, the Foundation has awarded more than 55 grants and invested over $23 million in programs across 47 countries. The Looking Out Foundation amplifies the impact of music by awarding grants, engaging community, and creating powerful partnerships. From neighborhood to nation, we activate our dedicated coalition of fan volunteers and use our platform to uplift humanitarian causes, organizations, and activists leading the fight to create a better world.

For more information visit EltonJohnImpactAwards.com.

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About Procter & Gamble

About the Looking Out Foundation
Founded by Brandi Carlile in 2008, the Looking Out Foundation amplifies the impact of music by empowering those without a voice, with campaigns focused on children living in war zones, prevention and reduction of youth incarceration, and raising awareness for victims of sexual assault.

iHeartMedia Spotlights New Music from Gracie Abrams; Debuts “Body By Jake” Radio with Fitness Icon

iHeartMedia — Fri, 05/15/2026 - 08:00

NEW YORK – May 15, 2026 – iHeartMedia highlighted new music and artists alike recently with special programming, including new World Premiere debuts, digital stations and more.

From Thursday, May 14 to Friday, May 15, Gracie Abrams’ new single “Hit The Wall” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC stations.

Earlier in the week, iHeartMedia partnered with fitness icon Jake Steinfeld and Universal Music Enterprises to launch “Body By Jake Radio,” the first-ever 24-hour digital radio channel designed to fuel mind, body and spirit. Launched on Monday, May 11 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Body By Jake Radio will feature Steinfeld and other notable personalities in the fitness and mental health worlds offering empowering messages, fitness, lifestyle and longevity tips, alongside an eclectic range of uplifting and energizing music to keep listeners motivated and feeling their best all day long.

Additionally, iHeartMedia announced a new partnership with FOX Sports, bringing the network’s thrilling English-language call of every FIFA World Cup 2026™ match to iHeartMedia’s leading sports audio audience across broadcast radio and digital streaming, beginning with the opening match on Thursday, June 11, through the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final on Sunday, July 19. All matches will be available at FIFA World Cup 2026™ on the iHeartRadio app, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices.

For the latest news, music fans can download the iHeartRadio app; follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, Facebook and YouTube; and visit iHeartRadio.com.

FOX Sports, iHeartMedia Bring FOX’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Coverage to iHeart Audio Platforms This Summer

iHeartMedia — Wed, 05/13/2026 - 08:00

Fans Can Listen to All 104 Matches on iHeartRadio Powered by FOX Sports Match Commentary

NEW YORK – May 13, 2026 -- FOX Sports, America’s English-language home for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and the world’s top international soccer tournaments, and iHeartMedia, the #1 audio company in America, today announced FOX Sports’ thrilling network call of every FIFA World Cup 2026™ match will reach iHeartMedia’s leading sports audio audience across broadcast radio and digital streaming, beginning with the opening match on Thursday, June 11, through the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final on Sunday, July 19.

English-language broadcasts featuring the network’s television commentary of all 104 matches from the highly anticipated tournament will be provided by FOX Sports with all matches available at FIFA World Cup 2026™ on the iHeartRadio app, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices. Additionally, match coverage including every U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) match and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final will be heard on more than 100 iHeart broadcast stations, including over 100 FOX Sports Radio affiliates, nationwide.

iHeartRadio listeners will hear FOX Sports’ renowned roster of FIFA World Cup 2026™ analysts and broadcast teams anchoring match calls throughout the tournament as the world’s greatest sporting event takes place across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

“With the biggest FIFA World Cup™ in tournament history right around the corner and taking place across the country, we’re excited to work with iHeartMedia to extend our FOX Sports match commentary even further through the #1 audio company in America,” said Bill Wanger, Executive Vice President, Head of Programming and Scheduling, FOX Sports.

“This summer’s World Cup will be the biggest yet, with more teams than ever competing as the U.S. Men’s National Team takes the global stage on home soil, and we’re thrilled to partner with FOX Sports to bring this monumental tournament to our combined audiences,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “This partnership allows us to deliver complete, live coverage at an unprecedented scale, reaching fans wherever they are — at home, in the car or on the go — and connecting them to the passion and unforgettable moments of the World Cup.”

iHeart’s play-by-play channels will bring fans closer to the excitement of every goal and thrilling finish as 48 teams compete across North America, including special coverage of USMNT games. The USMNT’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ road starts with their first Group D game on Friday, June 12 against Paraguay from Los Angeles at 9:00 PM ET and continues Friday, June 19 against Australia from Seattle at 3:00 PM ET and Thursday, June 25 against Türkiye at 10:00 PM ET. Every USMNT Group Stage match will air on FOX and feature special extended coverage.

iHeart is home to dozens of original soccer-focused iHeartPodcasts hosted by renowned industry voices and notable players including Ashlyn Harris, Daniel Alarcón & John Green, Daniella Durán, Enrique Bermúdez, Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, John Windass & Tom Cairney, Jorge Ramos, Mattia Polibio, Sarah Spain, Tab Ramos and many more. Fans can find the full list of shows, available in both English and Spanish, HERE.

From Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19, FOX Sports will be America’s official English-language home for FIFA World Cup 2026™ presenting all 104 tournament matches live across FOX (70) and FS1 (34) with every match streaming in 4K live and on-demand on FOX One. FIFA World Cup 2026™ kicks off Thursday, June 11, on FOX beginning at 1:00 PM ET with a special, two-hour pregame show leading up to host nation Mexico vs. South Africa from Mexico City.

The biggest-ever edition of the global showcase, FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be the first tournament hosted by three countries – United States, Mexico and Canada – with 48 teams playing 104 matches across 16 host cities. Eleven cities will be hosting the tournament in the U.S. including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York New Jersey, Philadelphia, Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area.

For more information about FIFA World Cup 2026™, visit FOX Sports Press Pass and follow @FOXSportsPR on X.

About FOX Sports

FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes. FOX Sports’ digital properties include the FOX Sports App and FOXSports.com, which provides instant scores, stats and stories from across the sports world. Live streaming video of FOX Sports content is available via FOX One, Fox Corporation’s wholly owned, direct to consumer streaming service. Also included in FOX Sports’ portfolio are FOX’s interests in joint-venture businesses Big Ten Network and the UFL and a licensing agreement that established the FOX Sports Radio Network.

iHeartPodcasts and Bill and Giuliana Rancic Launch Bold, New Podcast Exploring Life’s Most Unfiltered Questions

iHeartMedia — Tue, 05/12/2026 - 08:00

“Bill and Giuliana: The Podcast” Debuts Today

Listen to the premiere episode now HERE

LOS ANGELES – May 12, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “Bill and Giuliana: The Podcast,” a candid new series from longtime television personalities and entrepreneurs, Bill and Giuliana Rancic. Blending humor, honesty, and lived experience, the duo brings refreshingly real conversations to the podcast space. Listen to the premiere episode now available HERE.

Each week, “Bill and Giuliana: The Podcast” will dive into some of the internet’s most searched and often unspoken questions. From popular searches like “Why is my poop green?” to more personal issues like “Is divorce contagious?”, “Do I have adult ADHD?” or “Do I need filler or a facelift?” no subject is too small or too serious. With their signature chemistry and openness, Bill and Giuliana will be joined by trusted experts, notable guests and celebrity friends, ensuring every conversation is honest, insightful and entertaining.

The podcast also marks a natural evolution for Bill and Giuliana, who first invited audiences into their lives on their hit reality series, “Giuliana and Bill,” which ran for seven seasons on E!. While the show documented their personal journey in real time, the podcast expands on that connection, offering a more candid and in-depth space to explore the conversations they’ve been having for years.

“We’ve spent years having these kinds of conversations at our own kitchen table, and we realized everyone is asking the same questions; they’re just not always saying them out loud,” said Bill and Giuliana Rancic. “This podcast is about creating a space where every topic can be explored openly. We want people to laugh with us, learn with us, and feel a little less alone in whatever they’re going through.”

Giuliana Rancic, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author, is best known for her two decades as a leading entertainment host and red-carpet correspondent. Bill Rancic, a serial entrepreneur, motivational speaker, New York Times bestselling author, and the first-ever winner of NBC’s “The Apprentice,” has built a career spanning business, media and publishing. Together, they co-own the RPM Restaurant Group, which includes seven restaurants and growing consumer brands such as Giuliana Prosecco and the newly launched Mama Depandi’s pasta line.

“Bill and Giuliana: The Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and on all major podcast platforms. Follow @billandgiulianapodcast, @billrancic and @giulianarancic on Instagram for podcast clips and updates. Follow all Popworthy shows @popworthypodcasts.

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The Black Effect Podcast Network Announces New Daily News Series, “Front Page”

iHeartMedia — Tue, 05/12/2026 - 08:00

News correspondent for The Breakfast Club and Emmy nominated journalist Mimi Brown hosts the new show

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WHAT: iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God’s Black Effect Podcast Network today announced “Front Page,” a new daily Black Effect original podcast and an extension of The Breakfast Club’s well-known “Front Page News” radio segment.

Hosted by the current news correspondent for iHeart’s nationally syndicated morning show, The Breakfast Club, Mimi Brown will expand her on-air coverage of the most talked about news stories each weekday into easily digestible 10-to-12-minute episodes that will give listeners more of the headline-making details they crave.

Fans can tune in now for a daily dose of top stories and breaking news across pop culture, sports, entertainment and more.

WHO: Mimi Brown is an Emmy-nominated journalist, host and TV personality dedicated to amplifying untold stories. With a passion for storytelling that blends history, culture and community, she brings depth and heart to every project she touches. Her work spans television, radio and digital media, making an impact across platforms.

WHEN: Today, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, with new episodes posting each weekday.

WHERE: “Front Page” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listen now here.

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About Black Effect Podcast Network

The Black Effect Podcast Network is a transformative network founded by renowned cultural architect, executive producer, bestselling author and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God in a historic joint venture with the world’s No. 1 commercial podcast publisher, iHeartMedia. Charlamagne and iHeartMedia created the groundbreaking first-ever Black Effect Podcast Network, celebrating the essential Black culture-shapers on the planet—in education, entertainment, politics, pop culture, and sports. The Black Effect Podcast Network gives rise to emerging and established content creators and storytellers whose perspectives and creative visions have been marginalized and overlooked while serving an audience that has been underserved. The Black Effect Podcast Network helps its partners define their place in podcast culture through influence, ideas, and experiences that engage, inspire, inform and empower.

Jake Steinfeld (“Body By Jake”) Launches “Body By Jake Radio” In New Partnership with iHeartMedia and Universal Music Enterprises

iHeartMedia — Mon, 05/11/2026 - 08:00

Los Angeles, CA —May 11, 2026 —Across more than four decades, trailblazing fitness icon Jake Steinfeld, widely known as “Body By Jake,” has inspired millions around the world to move their bodies through his one-of-a-kind combination of physical training, motivational philosophy, and infectious personality. Now, the innovator who revolutionized fitness media by creating the first exercise segments on cable television (CNN), the first 24-hour fitness network (FitTV), the first on-demand fitness television service (ExerciseTV), and the first exercise playlist, has partnered with iHeartMedia and Universal Music Enterprises (UMe), the global catalog division of Universal Music Group, to bring his trademark “Don’t Quit!”® ethos to the airwaves for Body By Jake Radio, the first-ever 24-hour digital radio channel designed to fuel mind, body and spirit, launching today, May 11 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Body By Jake Radio is available for free on the iHeartRadio app.

A dynamic mix of music, mindset and motivation, Body By Jake Radio will feature host Jake Steinfeld, and other notable personalities in the fitness and mental health worlds, offering empowering messages, fitness, lifestyle, and longevity tips, alongside an eclectic range of uplifting and energizing music to keep listeners motivated and feeling their best all day long. The channel is designed to energize listeners in the morning, sustain them throughout the afternoon, and help them unwind in the evening through a diverse mix of music and specialty programming tailored for different parts of the day.

“Like I’ve done all my career, we’re bringing something to the radio landscape that’s never been done before – motivation and inspiration inside the fabric of the best music on the planet,” said Jake Steinfeld. “It’ll be 72 and sunny every day at Body By Jake Radio where we are here to encourage people every single day: ‘Don’t Quit!’ Keep pushing forward, no matter what.”

Jake is the creator of the personal fitness industry and a lifelong advocate for health and wellness who has spent more than four decades motivating millions through his innovative approach to exercise and music. From creating the first workout soundtrack in the 1980s to launching Body By Jake Music, he has consistently championed the connection between sound, movement and mental strength. The timing of the launch during Mental Health Awareness Month aligns with Jake’s long-standing mission to promote both physical fitness and mental wellbeing, reinforcing the importance of a strong mind-body connection.

“Mental Health Awareness Month is a powerful reminder to take care of ourselves, and each other, and we’re proud to bring Body By Jake Radio and Jake’s decades of experience helping people feel their best to our listeners,” said Jon Zellner, President of Programming Operations and Digital Music, iHeartMedia.

“I’ve known and worked with Jake for decades, he is a true pioneer who understood early on the powerful connection between music and motivation,” said Bruce Resnikoff, Chairman, Universal Music Enterprises. “With Body By Jake Radio, we’re building on that momentum by combining UMe’s unparalleled catalog with programming that speaks to today’s mental health and wellness-focused audience. With iHeartMedia, we’re creating a dynamic new platform where great music and positive messaging come together to inspire listeners around the world.”

Body By Jake Radio is be available on the iHeartRadio app, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions and gaming consoles.

About Jake Steinfeld (“Body By Jake”)

Jake Steinfeld is the pioneering force in the fitness industry, widely credited with creating the modern personal training business and helping bring fitness into mainstream culture. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he has inspired millions through his unique combination of physical training, motivational philosophy, and entertainment.

Often referred to as the original “trainer to the stars,” Jake’s early client roster included icons such as Steven Spielberg, Harrison Ford, Madonna, Priscilla Presley, and Bette Midler. He went on to revolutionize fitness media, creating the first exercise segments on cable television (CNN), the first 24-hour fitness network (FitTV), and the first on-demand fitness television service (ExerciseTV), helping to make at-home fitness accessible to a global audience .

A successful entrepreneur, Jake has built a global fitness brand that has generated over $2 billion in sales across equipment, programming, and media. He is also a New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, actor, and voiceover artist, with credits including “Coming to America,” “The Money Pit,” “Ratatouille,” and “King of the Hill.”

Deeply connected to music from the start of his career, Jake pioneered the concept of the workout playlist with the 1984 release of Don’t Quit!®, the first original soundtrack to an exercise video—decades before curated fitness playlists became standard. Today, through Body By Jake Music, he continues to merge music and movement with high-energy mixes designed to motivate and inspire .

Beyond business and entertainment, Jake is a passionate advocate for youth fitness and public health. He serves as Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils, which has funded and built state-of-the-art DON’T QUIT!® Fitness Centers in all 50 states, providing resources to underserved communities across the country .

At the core of everything he does is his lifelong mantra: “Don’t Quit!”—a message of perseverance, positivity, and mental strength that continues to drive his mission to help people live healthier, happier lives.

About Universal Music Enterprises (UMe)

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) is the centralized global catalog division of Universal Music Group (UMG). Working closely with all of UMG’s record labels, territories and operating companies, UMe provides a frontline approach to catalog management, a concentration of resources, opportunities in new technologies and an emphasis on strategic marketing initiatives to engage all types of consumers across multiple entry points and platforms.

iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Launch New Comedy Podcast “Humor Me With Robert Smigel & Friends”

iHeartMedia — Fri, 05/08/2026 - 08:00

Comedy legend Robert Smigel is joined by Saturday Night Live’s Mikey Day and Streeter Seidell in the debut episode of the show, which is also set to feature guest comedians including Bob Odenkirk, David Letterman, Dave Attell, and Ellie Kemper

Listen to the first episode HERE

WHAT: “Humor Me With Robert Smigel & Friends,” a comedy podcast hosted by Emmy Award-winning writer, producer, actor and director Robert Smigel, debuts today from iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players podcast network (BMP). The show was created by Michelle Saks Smigel.

“Humor Me With Robert Smigel & Friends” is a weekly podcast where host Robert Smigel, and a rotating panel of his close funny friends, assist callers seeking help in making something in their real life funnier. Anything. A best man speech, a eulogy, a fan letter, a sermon, an apology, a Tinder profile - Robert, with a panel of professional comedy writers and comedians, will punch it up and get results. Callers can send a voice message to the “Humor Me” team at speakpipe.com/humorme.

Longtime “Saturday Night Live” cast member Mikey Day and his writing partner, SNL head writer Streeter Seidell, join Robert for the debut episode, along with a surprise colleague of theirs. In the episode, they team up to help an a cappella group punch up their banter between songs.

Additional comedians and comedy writers set to appear as guests on “Humor Me With Robert Smigel & Friends” include Dave Attell, Andy Breckman, Jim Downey, Jim Gaffigan, Ellie Kemper, Michael Koman, David Letterman, Bruce McCulloch, Alex Moffat, Bob Odenkirk, Colin Quinn, Rob Riggle, Eric Slovin, Dino Stamatopoulos and Mike Sweeney.

WHO: Comedian, actor and writer Robert Smigel (full bio below), and iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players. See the full lineup of Big Money Player podcasts HERE.

WHEN: Debuting today, May 8, 2026 with new episodes available weekly on Fridays.

WHERE: “Humor Me With Robert Smigel & Friends” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listen now HERE.

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About Robert Smigel

Robert Smigel is a writer, producer, actor and director known best for his Saturday Night Live “TV Funhouse” cartoon shorts, including The Ambiguously Gay Duo, Fun With Real Audio, and the X-Presidents, and as the creator and voice of Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog, the foul-mouthed puppet who has mercilessly mocked everyone from Star Wars and Bon Jovi fans to Eminem and Ted Cruz. Triumph continues to appear on The Daily Show and Hollywood Squares, but did the bulk of his poopery on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, for which Robert served as the first Head Writer/Producer, creating numerous bits including “In the Year 2000” as well as providing the mouth/voices for Conan’s celebrity “Clutch Cargo” interviews of Bill Clinton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Donald Trump and many more.

Robert met Conan at SNL, where they collaborated on many sketches including the infamous Nude Beach and the Girlwatchers (with Tom Hanks). They also wrote and produced the legendary unsold pilot Lookwell starring Adam West. Robert’s own best-known sketches at SNL included the Chicago Super Fans, Schmitt’s Gay Beer, William Shatner and the Trekkies, Mastermind Reagan, The Sinatra Group, Seinfeld’s Stand Up & Win and Steve Martin’s Holiday Wish and “Not Gonna Phone It In Tonight” song.

Most recently, Robert co-wrote, co-directed, wrote songs for and voices characters in the animated Netflix movie, LEO, starring Adam Sandler, Bill Burr and Cecily Strong, which was the service’s most successful animated film at the time. He also co-wrote and produced Sandler’s Hotel Transylvania, Hotel Transylvania 2 and You Don’t Mess with the Zohan. His film debut as a writer/director was The Week Of (2018) starring Sandler and Chris Rock.

Robert has had roles in many Sandler films as well as This is 40, Punch Drunk Love, Marriage Story and the recent Sundance hit Between the Temples with Jason Schwartzman and Carol Kane, as well as featured roles on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Portlandia and What We Do in the Shadows.

Robert has won three Emmys for his work on SNL and for Night of Too Many Stars, a biannual benefit he and his wife Michelle created that has raised over $32 million for autism programs nationwide, hosted by Jon Stewart. Robert’s Triumph Election Special ’16 earned Hulu its first-ever primetime Emmy nomination. His Grammy-nominated comedy album for Triumph, Come Poop With Me, somehow lost despite classics like “Underage Bichon” and “Cats Are C***s”.

For more from Triumph (and sometimes Robert), follow him on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.

iHeartMedia Spotlights New Music from Farruko ft. Greeicy & Steve Aoki, Kenny Chesney, Madonna & Sabrina Carpenter, and Kacey Musgraves

iHeartMedia — Fri, 05/08/2026 - 08:00

NEW YORK – May 8, 2026 – iHeartMedia highlighted new music and artists alike recently with special programming, including new World Premiere debuts and more.

On May 8, Farruko’s “YAPAQUE” ft. Greeicy & Steve Aoki had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Spanish Contemporary stations while Kenny Chesney’s “Carry On” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartCountry stations.

Last week, iHeartRadio stations aired the World Premiere debut of Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter’s new collaboration "Bring Your Love" on April 30 across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC, and Kacey Musgraves’ “Loneliest Girl” had a World Premiere debut on April 30 across all iHeartCountry stations.

For the latest news, music fans can download the iHeartRadio app; follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, Facebook and YouTube; and visit iHeartRadio.com.

MapQuest and iHeartRadio Launch First-Ever Audio Integration on MapQuest.com

iHeartMedia — Thu, 05/07/2026 - 08:00

iHeartRadio’s industry-leading audio portfolio now streaming on MapQuest.com

LOS ANGELES, CA — May 7, 2026 — MapQuest, the trusted navigation platform used by tens of millions of people each month, and iHeartRadio, the leading audio company in the United States, today announced a new partnership that brings live iHeartRadio streaming directly to MapQuest.com, marking the first-ever audio integration in the platform’s history.

The integration allows MapQuest users to listen to live iHeartRadio stations while navigating. Users on MapQuest.com will now see a “Live Radio” button in the top-right corner of the map, seamlessly pairing real-time directions with industry-leading audio content. Mobile app integration is planned for a future phase.

The partnership delivers scale and value for both brands. Through the partnership, MapQuest will leverage iHeartMedia’s expansive multi-platform audio network – including broadcast radio, podcasts, and events – to accelerate brand awareness and reach new audiences nationwide.

"The open road and great audio have always gone together, which is why this partnership made so much sense,” said Doug Berger, General Manager of MapQuest. “iHeartRadio brings the country's most popular stations directly into the MapQuest experience, giving our users live entertainment alongside the navigation they already trust. It's a simple, meaningful upgrade and an exciting first for MapQuest."

“This partnership puts iHeart’s live radio in front of MapQuest’s millions of monthly users, giving consumers more of the content they seek,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for iHeartMedia. “It’s a simple, intuitive way to extend our reach and enhance how people experience audio on the go.”

The integration allows iHeartRadio stations to complement MapQuest’s trusted navigation and mapping content, enhancing the overall user experience by combining real-time directions with live audio entertainment and information.

About MapQuest

MapQuest is one of the most recognized names in digital navigation, helping tens of millions of people every month find their way across the United States and around the world. Launched in 1996, MapQuest pioneered online mapping and turn-by-turn directions, and continues to deliver trusted maps, routing, and local discovery through MapQuest.com and the MapQuest mobile app. Beyond consumer navigation, the MapQuest Platform offers a developer-grade suite of geocoding, routing, and mapping APIs that power location experiences for businesses across logistics, real estate, retail, and SaaS, and the company's RoadWarrior product serves last-mile delivery drivers with multi-stop route optimization. MapQuest is operated by System1, Inc. [NYSE: SST]. Visit MapQuest.com to learn more.

Improv Comedy Podcast “Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists” Joins iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players

iHeartMedia — Thu, 05/07/2026 - 08:00

Beginning today, May 7, the improvised Hollywood roundtable podcast will release all-new episodes under the Big Money Players network with upcoming guests including Anna Konkle, Chanse McCrary, Ashby, and Tim Baltz

Listen to today’s new episode HERE

WHAT: “Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists” (AOAOAOA), the improvised comedy podcast featuring chaotic, pretentious, and hilariously unfiltered conversations between fictional Hollywood personalities, joins iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players network (BMP) today.

Hosted by Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Angela Giarratana and Patrick McDonald, the show was born out of a creative partnership that began on an Upright Citizens Brigade sketch team in 2019. The group launched the podcast during the pandemic as a way to keep creating together, building a following around its fully improvised format and ensemble dynamic. Since then, AOAOAOA has released more than 220 episodes.

“We are so excited for AOAOAOA to join the BMP family. This is a huge win for annoying people everywhere,” said Kylie, Jeremy, Angela and Patrick.

WHO: Comedians Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Patrick McDonald, Angela Giarratana and iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players podcast network. See the full lineup of Big Money Player podcasts HERE. Full host bios below.

WHEN: AOAOAOA joins BMP today, May 7, 2026 with new episodes available weekly on Thursdays.

WHERE: AOAOAOA is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listen now, HERE. Video episodes are also available on YouTube.

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About Kylie Brakeman

Kylie Brakeman is an actor, comedian, and TV writer who has worked on The Tonight Show, Adult Swim, and G4. She also wrote for Dropout, and The Kids Tonight Show. Brakeman's videos have been featured in The Guardian, The Atlantic, The LA Times, and other publications. In 2020, she was named to the New York Times Great Performers List.

About Jeremy Culhane

Jeremy Culhane is a comedian, actor and writer with over 500k followers across all social media platforms. He became a featured player on Saturday Night Live for its 51st season in 2025. Jeremy is a mainstay on Dropout TV, appearing in various shows across the network. Some of his TV credits include Sex Lives of College Girls, American Vandal, and Heathers.

About Patrick McDonald

Patrick McDonald is a queer writer, director, and comedian from Mansfield, Texas. You've seen him and his writing online on SMOSH and Dropout, and in original works like "I Live In Your House," "Big Bear," and his YouTube talk show "Havin' A Day." Film/TV credits include "Quiz Lady," "Am I OK?," "Night Court," and "Zac Snyder's Justice League."

About Angela Giarratana

Angela Giarratana is an actor, writer, singer, and producer whose most recent credits include Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Night Court, Minx, and the ABC Discovers Talent Showcase. Angela currently is a cast member on youtube channel SMOSH along TeamStarkid and Dropout TV. Angela most recently went to Sundance with her short film 'guts' that she starred in and produced.

About Big Money Players

Founded by Will Ferrell and iHeartMedia, the Big Money Players Network is the premiere destination for comedy podcasts and home to top comedic talent across a variety of formats and styles – both scripted and unscripted. In addition to audio’s No. 1 comedy “The Ron Burgundy Podcast,” BMP features long-running hits like “Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang,” “Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim,” “Hollywood Handbook,” “Straightiolab” and more. All BMP podcasts are executive produced by Will Ferrell and iHeartMedia and are distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network. See the full catalog here.

New Series Kingdom Of Fraud

iHeartMedia — Tue, 05/05/2026 - 08:00

Co-produced by Novel and iHeartPodcasts, episodes release weekly from May 12th 2026, wherever you get your podcasts.

Listen to the official audio trailer now, here.

Preview episodes now, here.

LONDON and NEW YORK – 5th May, 2026 – What do a devout polygamist from an insular Utah sect and a shadowy Armenian tycoon from Los Angeles have in common? More than you'd think. Together, they defrauded the American government out of nearly one billion dollars.

“Kingdom of Fraud,” a brand new series co-produced by Novel and iHeartPodcasts, launches May 12th 2026. Listeners can hear the official series trailer now, here.

Over seven episodes, Emmy-nominated journalist, investigative reporter and host Michele McPhee traces the extraordinary and unlikely criminal partnership between Jacob Kingston and Levon Termendzhyan, a reputed Armenian crime figure known to those around him as “The Lion.” Together, they built a billion dollar fraud conspiracy out of a biofuel subsidy program, and triggered the largest tax investigation in American history.

McPhee travels from Salt Lake City and its outskirts where Mormon fundamentalist groups laid roots, to gritty neighborhoods in Los Angeles and beyond to understand how Jacob Kingston, one of his father's more than 100 children and a man desperate to prove his worth to his powerful polygamist clan, The Order, ended up in business with one of LA's most feared operators. And how, once their scheme started generating tens of millions of dollars, they needed to find somewhere far from Utah to hide it all.

But this story isn't just about two men and their money. Around Jacob and Levon sits a web of dirty cops, political connections and transnational money launderers that reaches further than the federal agents investigating the case could have imagined.

Jacob Kingston was put under unimaginable pressure as law enforcement started circling, but Levon assured him that a shadowy network known only as ‘The Boys” - paid badges from the highest levels of federal law enforcement who sold their access to the highest bidder would spring into action to keep the cops at bay.

Was Jacob right to put his life in The Lion’s hands, or will their billion dollar biofuel empire go up in smoke?

“Kingdom of Fraud” is a story about what happens when the most unlikely of alliances is corroded by greed and selfishness - a story of rampant corruption in which every American citizen was a victim.

“Kingdom of Fraud” launches everywhere you get your podcasts on May 12th, with new episodes published weekly on Mondays.

Listen completely ad-free and one week early with an iHeart True Crime+ subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts.

For further information, images, audio or interview opportunities, please contact: Novel - production.management@novel.audio

“Kingdom of Fraud” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts.

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About Michele McPhee

Michele McPhee is a Senior Editor at Los Angeles magazine and the author of seven investigative true crime books. She was a five-time Emmy-nominated producer in the ABC News Investigative Unit and was nominated as the Police Bureau Chief of the New York Daily News for a Pulitzer Prize for 9/11 coverage before returning to her native city where she went on to become an award-winning Boston Herald columnist. She is also Writers Guild of America screenwriter, including on the Showtime series City on a Hill and has sold multiple pilots as potential scripted series. She has worked as documentary producer, developed a podcast based on her two books that investigate the federal government's connection to the Boston Marathon bombers called Mayhem with Michele McPhee and is a frequent guest on television news programs including Dateline and 20/20. Her investigative work has garnered multiple national and local press awards. She began reporting on the story "The Mobster and the Mormon" in 2022 for Los Angeles magazine.

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About Novel

Novel is a leading independent premium podcast company. Its stack of chart-topping, award-winning podcasts includes The Girlfriends, which reached the global number one spot, won the Ambie for Best True Crime Podcast in 2024.

The worldwide chart-topping hit true crime series Kill List was the winner of the Edward R Murrow Award for Journalism, the Best Podcast Award at the 2025 Broadcast Press Guild (BPG) Awards, as well as winner of the Signal Award for Best True Crime and Best Sound Design, and Podcast of the Year at the British Podcast Awards and True Crime Awards 2025.

Further chart-topping, critically acclaimed and award-winning podcasts include Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera, Stolen Hearts, Come by Chance, Superhero Complex and Filthy Ritual.

Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, Carly Pearce, Shaboozey, Lauren Alaina, Dylan Scott, Russell Dickerson, Gretchen Wilson and More Took to the Stage at This Year’s iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One

iHeartMedia — Mon, 05/04/2026 - 08:00

Disney+ and Hulu streamed the iHeartCountry Festival live and it was broadcast across iHeartCountry stations nationwide

NEW YORK- May 4, 2026- The thirteenth annual iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One celebrated Country music’s hottest artists including Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, Carly Pearce, Shaboozey, Lauren Alaina, Dylan Scott, Russell Dickerson, Gretchen Wilson, Chase Matthew and special guest George Birge at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. The festival was once again hosted by iHeartMedia's nationally syndicated top on-air Country personality, Bobby Bones. Disney+ and Hulu livestreamed all of the performances, giving subscribers exclusive front-row access from the comfort of their home. The event also broadcasted across iHeartCountry stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app on Saturday, May 2 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT (7 p.m. CT).

The Daytime Village at the iHeartCountry Festival featured performances by Lauren Alaina, George Birge, Chase Matthew, RaeLynn and Josh Ross.

Highlights from this year’s festival include:

Parker McCollum kicked off the iHeartCountry Festival with his hits “What Kinda Man,” “Killing Me,” “Pretty Heart,” “Solid Country Gold,” “To Be Loved” and more.
Chase Matthew kept the party going with his hits “Holdin It Down,” “Love You Again,” and “Darlin’.”
Russell Dickerson kept the crowd entertained with “Worth Your Wild,” “She Likes It,” “Blue Tacoma,” “Yours,” and “Happen To Me.”
Gretchen Wilson gave a legendary performance of her fan favorites “Here for the Party,” “Redneck Shit,” “All Jacked Up,” and “Redneck Woman.”
Dylan Scott took the stage performing “Good Times,” “Can’t Have Mine,” “My Girl,” and more.
Lauren Alaina had the crowd singing along to “Raining Whiskey,” “One Beer,” and surprised the crowd by bringing out Chase Matthew to perform their song “All my Ex’s,” and closed out her set with “Road Less Traveled.”
Kane Brown got the crowd on their feet performing his hits “Like I Love Country Music,” “I Can Feel It,” “Bury Me in Georgia,” “Famous Friends,” “Miles On It” and more.
Carly Pearce hit the stage giving an unforgettable performance of “Happy Now,” “Truck on Fire,” “What He Didn’t Do,” and the crowd went wild when Riley Green joined her onstage for their song “If I Don’t Leave.”
Luke Bryan rocked the iHeartCountry stage with his fan favorites “That’s My Kind of Night,” “Play It Again,” and brought out George Birge to perform their new song “Ride Ride Ride.” He continued his set with “Knockin’ Boots,” “Country On,” and his classic “Country Girl (Shake It For Me).”
Shaboozey had the crowd dancing to his songs “Last of My Kind,” “Amen,” “Good News,” and “A Bar Song (Tipsy).”
Riley Green closed out the 2026 iHeartCountry Festival performing “Different ‘Round Here,” “There Was This Girl,” “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” brought out Carly Pearce to sing “Don’t Mind If I Do” and closed his set with “Worst Way.”

iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One is an iHeartMedia Production. Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner Capital One, America250, Bobcat, Booking.com, Electric for All, She Rises Studios and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® is the benefiting charity partner of the 2026 iHeartCountry Festival. Music unites, heals, and changes lives and that’s why the country music community is proud to support St. Jude in the fight against childhood cancer and invites fans to help too. Fans can visit musicgives.org today and become a Partner in Hope. Donations ensure that no family ever receives a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food.

For more information visit iHeartRadio.com/countryfestival.

To access photos and b-roll from the event, please use the links below:

B-roll: HERE
Photos: PW: iHCF_2026!
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Romance Publisher 831 Stories and iHeartPodcasts Launch “Radio 831: A Romance Podcast” Hosted by Sanjana Basker and Tyler McCall

iHeartMedia — Thu, 04/30/2026 - 08:00

Listen to the audio trailer now HERE

NEW YORK — April 30, 2026 — Romance publisher 831 Stories and iHeartPodcasts today announced “Radio 831: A Romance Podcast,” a weekly romance chat-show series hosted by Sanjana Basker and Tyler McCall. The podcast will debut its first episode next week on May 7 with new episodes available weekly on Thursdays. Listeners can hear the official audio trailer now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard, here.

“Radio 831” will offer romance fans a weekly half-hour hit of all things happening in the wide world of romance. Hosts and romance superfans Sanjana Basker and Tyler McCall will bring their trademark curiosity, insightfulness, and die-hard enthusiasm to book buzz, screen-adaptation drama, and the genre’s countless intersections with internet discourse and celebrity culture. They’ll call on experts—from authors to BookTokers—to help them dive into the big and small stories of the moment with a lot of heart.

831 Stories offers romance fans many ways to engage with the genre and the world of their books, from monthly novella releases, live events, merchandise ripped from the pages—and The Ones, a monthly membership program for those who want to find it all in one place. With the addition of “Radio 831,” the publisher is expanding avenues for readers to participate in the trends, topics, and news that keep the romance community talking.

Basker and McCall are recognizable faces in this realm: Basker has made a name for herself as a beloved romance scholar on TikTok, Instagram, and Substack, where her academic and cerebral takes often lead the discourse of the day and reflect her remarkably deep understanding of the genre’s history and source material. McCall is well-known for her frequent magazine cover stories, her popular erotica scripts for Quinn Originals includingThe Queen’s Guard and The Trials, and her Instagram, a fandom-centric source for all things pop culture, books, and movies. She also has her own highly anticipated romance debut coming from Little, Brown in 2027.

831 Stories and McCall are represented by UTA. “Radio 831: A Romance Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts.

Download the podcast cover art HERE.

Sanjana Basker
By day, Sanjana Basker is a doctoral student in counseling psychology studying sex, gender, intimacy, and health through a critical feminist lens. By night, she's still a doctoral student, but she's also a romance reader, reviewer, and enthusiast. You can find her work on TikTok and most other platforms under @baskinsuns or on Substack at Scratch Paper.

Tyler McCall

Tyler McCall is the author of People Like You, coming Spring 2027. Formerly the editor-in-chief of Fashionista, Tyler is now a freelance writer whose bylines have appeared in publications like Who What Wear, Marie Claire, Elle, and The Cut. She has read more books than should be humanly possible, spends most weekends putting her Alamo Drafthouse Season Pass to work, and considers herself to be an amateur Gossip Girl historian. You can find her on Instagram and TikTok @eiffeltyler or on Substack at Voted Most Talkative.

Sonoro and iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network Launch “Help From A Hypocrite with Joey Dardano”

iHeartMedia — Wed, 04/29/2026 - 08:00

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NEW YORK – April 29, 2026 – Today, Sonoro and My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, announced the launch of their new comedy podcast, “Help from a Hypocrite with Joey Dardano,” giving out “the worst advice from the dumbest people you know.” The podcast is available beginning today, April 29, 2026 with new episodes available weekly on Wednesdays.

Hosted and executive produced by comedian Joey Dardano, “Help from a Hypocrite,” will help listeners with their problems—by giving them the worst advice known to mankind. Those looking for some sage counseling to help with a serious issue... this is not the show for you. If listeners are in search of the most elaborate excuse to get out of their second cousin’s baby shower or help on how to end a prolonged situationship, then this is the perfect podcast. Joined by his comedian pals and internet personalities like Yvette Segan, Melissa Villaseñor, Nev Schulman, Grace O’Malley, George Civeris, The Cooligans and more, Dardano, who is best known for his stand up comedy and appearances on MTV’s Wild ‘N Out, will provide listeners with outlandish solutions to (not so) everyday problems.

“Almost everything I’ve put online is short-form – a minute or less,” says host and EP Joey Dardano. “I’m excited for those who’ve found me and stopped by for a quick laugh to finally stick around and hang a while with me on ‘Help from a Hypocrite’. Get to know each other. See if we can take our relationship further. I really want to thank Sonoro and My Cultura for giving me the space to have some fun with my hilarious friends. That’s what this is all about!!”

“As a longtime fan of Joey’s comedy, I’m thrilled to launch ‘Help from a Hypocrite’ together with our team at Sonoro and our partners at My Cultura,” says Sonoro Director of Content Partnerships and series EP, Alex González. “Joey is a singular comedic voice and we can’t wait to bring fans along on our roller coaster of a podcast. Strap in – you’re in for a fun ride.”

“Joey Dardano’s humor is sharp, unpredictable and instantly engaging, making ‘Help From A Hypocrite’ a perfect match for our listeners,” said Leo Gomez, Head of iHeart’s My Cultura Podcast Network. “This podcast captures the playful, culturally fluent comedy our listeners love, and we’re excited to team up with Sonoro again to bring it to life.”

“Help From A Hypocrite” is available now on the iHeartRadio app, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network launched May 2021 in collaboration with Enrique Santos, iHeartMedia’s top-rated on-air personality and President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino, and has since welcomed actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama along with Eva Longoria and her studio Hyphenate Media Group as stakeholders. Since launch, the network has seen steady listener growth and has become home to more than 60 podcasts including hit series “Chiquis and Chill,” “The Moment with Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos,” “Bleep! with Ana Navarro,” “Against All Odds with Yris Palmer,” “More Better with Stephanie & Melissa,” “Princess of South Beach,'' “Wrestling with Freddie,” “Sacred Scandal,” “Radio Ambulante,” “Magical Rewind,” “Agushto Papá,” “Enrique Santos Podcast,” “You vs You with Lex Borrero,” “Starring: Desi Arnaz & Wilmer Valerrama,” and many more. All My Cultura shows are distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listeners can find the full catalog of My Cultura podcasts here.

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