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The Series Will Investigate Reality TV’s Most Iconic—and Infamous—Competition Series and the Cultural Impact of the TV Juggernaut that Defined a Generation

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NEW YORK – September 9, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts, a division of Glass Entertainment Group, today announced the launch of their latest original series, "Curse of: America’s Next Top Model," an unflinching, behind-the-scenes look at one of the most iconic — and problematic — reality shows in television history. Hosted by award-winning producer and storyteller Bridget Armstrong, the series premieres September 16, 2025 on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

For 24 seasons, America’s Next Top Model (ANTM) dominated pop culture — introducing catchphrases like “smize,” generating unforgettable viral moments, and drawing millions of viewers each week. But behind the runway lights and CoverGirl commercials was a darker story: contestants who say they were manipulated, contracts that stripped away their rights, and promises of fame and fortune that rarely materialized. 

In "Curse of: America’s Next Top Model," Armstrong goes beyond the memes to uncover the untold stories from the models, producers, and insiders who lived it. From Tyra Banks’ infamous “We were all rooting for you” explosion, to first-cycle winner Adrianne Curry revealing she never received her promised Revlon contract, to the shocking allegations surrounding All-Stars winner Angelea Preston’s revoked crown, the series exposes what the show delivered to audiences — and what it cost its contestants. 

Featuring never-before-heard interviews, archival audio, and reporting that spans the full history of the ANTM franchise, "Curse of: America’s Next Top Model" is both a nostalgic throwback and a hard-hitting investigation into the hidden costs of reality television’s golden age. 

"The Curse of: America’s Next Top Model" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and premieres September 16, 2025, with new episodes released every Tuesday on the iHeartRadio app and all major podcast platforms. 

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About Glass Entertainment Group 

Founded by six-time Emmy award winning journalist and television personality Nancy Glass, Glass Entertainment Group (GEG) is a full-service production company specializing in unscripted television, film production, new media content and podcasting. With over 4,000 hours of programming, the company has worked with leading networks and platforms including: CNN, Netflix, Hulu, Paramount+, Peacock, Lifetime, A&E, MTV, Oxygen, HGTV, Nat Geo Wild, WETV, Hallmark, Snapchat, The Food Network, Discovery ID, and History. In the podcast space they work with iHeart podcasts and Wondery, among others. GEG’s robust slate includes Heartland Docs: (Nat Geo WILD), Family Legacy (MTV), Murder in the 21st (A&E), Queen of Stylez (Snapchat), Jefferson (HISTORY), Betrayal (HULU), Christina on the Coast (Discovery+), Christina in the Country (discovery+), Tough Love with Hilary Farr (HGTV), Parents Gone Wild (Lifetime) and many more. The company’s podcast division, Glass Podcasts, is responsible for the juggernaut hit Betrayal, which was adapted as a premium doc-series for Hulu, where it spent seven weeks as the top documentary on the streamer. Many of their podcasts have become series that have aired on Paramount+, Hulu, Netflix and Peacock.  

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WHAT: “Legally Brunette,” a special spinoff of iHeartPodcasts’ hit “Two Ts In A Pod,” has become a breakout success and has officially expanded into a stand-alone weekly series with new episodes dropping regularly. From high-profile trials to celebrity courtroom drama, Emily Simpson and Shane Simpson break down charges, plea deals, appeals and verdicts, explaining the legal twists in ways both the defense and prosecution can understand. This series provides a front-row seat to trials around the world, minus the legal fees and jail time.

WHO: Emily Simpson may bring the receipts on Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” but in “Legally Brunette,” she and her attorney husband Shane bring the cold, hard evidence. Backed by their law degrees, the couple picks apart the true crime stories, captivating headlines and fans everywhere. The series is produced and distributed by iHeartPodcasts. 

WHERE: New episodes of “Legally Brunette” release weekly on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Tune in to the premiere episode now available here. 

Follow @legallybrunette_podcast on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.

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A re-watch of the groundbreaking series Desperate Housewives, on the eve of its 21st anniversary, premieres with its debut episode now available here

LOS ANGELES – September 9, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced a brand new podcast titled “Desperately Devoted” hosted by award-winning actress Teri Hatcher, her Desperate Housewives TV daughter Andrea Bowen, and her real-life daughter Emerson Tenney. Together, the trio brings fresh perspectives and personal insights to the iconic Desperate Housewives series, which first premiered nearly 21 years ago and continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Tune into the premiere episode now available here. 

Each week, Hatcher, Bowen and Tenney will revisit the groundbreaking storylines, unforgettable characters and cultural moments that turned Desperate Housewives into a global phenomenon. While rewatching the series, the hosts use its themes as a springboard for broader conversations on women’s issues, relationships, parenting, sex, identity, and more. Hatcher and Bowen bring insider insight and firsthand memories from their time on set, while Tenney offers a fresh, modern perspective as she experiences the full series for the first time.

“Desperately Devoted” is both a nostalgic celebration and a bold, contemporary conversation. A love letter to fans, the podcast honors the show’s lasting impact and welcomes a new generation of listeners to Wisteria Lane.

“When I’m out and about, I’m always meeting fans who are rewatching or watching the show for the first time. I even hear from some of them on Instagram,” says Hatcher. “So, I'm thrilled to partner with iHeartRadio on this podcast as a way to create a community for fans and to chat with my two amazing daughters about Wisteria Lane and all the life themes it inspires us to consider."

Bowen says, “Growing up on Desperate Housewives was a very unique and special experience and getting to revisit the show now as a 35-year-old mom-to-be will be sure to provide new perspectives, old memories and lots of interesting conversations along the way! I am so excited to be taking this walk down Wisteria Memory Lane alongside Teri and Emerson; two women whom I absolutely adore, admire and learn from every week as we hop into our podcasting studio.”

“As an avid podcast listener and a screenwriter, I leapt at the idea of creating the ‘Desperately Devoted’ podcast with my mom and Andrea,” adds Tenney. “It’s the combination of two things I love – the opportunity to be part of a fun and inclusive space for podcast listeners, and the chance for me to watch an iconic piece of TV history in full for the first time! As a storyteller, I am so excited to dive into the rich, nuanced world of Desperate Housewives and explore how it relates to culture and identity today.”

The series is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @desperatelydevotedpodcast on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.

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About Teri Hatcher

Teri Hatcher’s acting career has spanned movies, television and stage.  She is known around the world for her starring roles in Lois & Clark and Desperate Housewives, for which she won a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy. Her feature film credits include The Big Picture, Soapdish, Spy Kids, Tomorrow Never Dies and the Oscar-nominated animated film, Coraline.  Her first book, a funny and inspiring look at a woman finding balance between family, career and self, entitled “Burnt Toast and Other Philosophies of Life,” was a New York Times Bestseller in 2006.  

About Andrea Bowen

Andrea Bowen has spent the last 28+ years performing on both stage and screen.  Best known for her role as Julie Mayer on Desperate Housewives, Andrea’s career began much earlier on Broadway, where she made history as the youngest actress to play Cosette during Les Miserables’s 16 year run, going on to originate roles in two more Broadway musicals before moving to Los Angeles, where she continues to thrive in television, film, voiceover and theatre.

About Emerson Tenney

Emerson Tenney is a Los Angeles-based writer and director crafting bold, character-driven stories in animation and live action. A Brown University graduate, Emerson creates work that blends empathy, comedy, and a sharp literary voice.  Her directorial debut, Vibrantea, won Best Animated Short Film at the BAFTA-qualifying 2025 Manchester International Film Festival, marking her arrival as a fresh voice in animation. Emerson is currently writing an animated feature with a critically acclaimed director.

TikTok has announced the 12 finalists of Next Up: LIVE Music, TikTok’s new LIVE singing competition in partnership with iHeartRadio. On September 26, they’ll take the stage at the iHeartRadio Los Angeles Theater performing live for fans and industry experts as they compete — with one winner ultimately crowned the first-ever Next Up: LIVE Music champion at the grand finale.

Since July, thousands of voices across the country have shared their talent on TikTok, turning music discovery into a truly interactive, community-driven journey. Fans cheered for contestants from the virtual front row, teaming up with our semi-finalist judges, Justina Valentine (Wild 'N Out host) and EJ (iHeartRadio Los Angeles 102.7 KIIS FM host), to determine who would advance.

"Seeing the incredible Fan Club and community support these finalists have built through TikTok LIVE is truly inspiring. Together with iHeartRadio, we're excited to elevate their creativity and talent while transforming discovery into a shared, real-time experience on stage," said Shen Gao, Head of LIVE Operations, Americas at TikTok.

“TikTok is such a powerful platform for discovery, and iHeartRadio is where those songs reach the masses and truly become hits,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartRadio. “We’re excited to give these 12 finalists that opportunity! My fellow judges and I will have our work cut out for us to determine a winner.”

Meet our Next up: LIVE Music finalists:

1. @cesiamachadoofficial (Sarasota, FL): Cesia Machado is a Cuban-born singer, songwriter, and pianist. On TikTok LIVE, she draws thousands of viewers with heartfelt performances, live requests, and interactive energy.
2. @damoyee (Dallas, TX): DAMOYEE is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer from Dallas. She creates original music across genres and shares her self-composed, self-produced process online.
3. @dueceflame (Los Angeles, CA): Duece Flame is a Houston-born artist known for freestyle sessions on TikTok, where he turns fan suggestions into spontaneous verses. His performances showcase creativity, energy, and inspiration.
4. @iammichaelanderson (Los Angeles, CA): Michael Anderson is a singer-songwriter who blends soulful R&B with modern pop vocals to create a unique musical atmosphere. Through his LIVE performances, he has built a vibrant community of fans while spotlighting his original music.
5. @jademillion (Nashville, TN): Jade Million is an independent artist building a career on her own terms. Her music balances vulnerability and confidence, while her brand expands into fashion and fearless self-expression.
6. @kerenmachadoofficial (Sarasota, FL): Keren Machado is a Cuban-born singer-songwriter. On TikTok LIVE, she shares her music daily with a global audience and hopes to reach even wider listeners.
7. @kiralise (Los Angeles, CA): Kira Lise is a singer-songwriter from Orange County who rose to fame on TikTok LIVE. Emerging from folk roots into indie rock, she’s cultivated a worldwide audience, has signed to her first record label, and continues to make music true to her real life experiences.
8. @kozarkane (Delray Beach, FL): Kozarkane is a freestyle rapper and singer known for sharp lyrics and electrifying performances. He blends freestyle skill with melodic hooks for a raw, authentic sound.
9. @samanthasingsit (Bellville, OH): Samantha Davis is an alternative pop artist from Ohio whose music blends storytelling with modern sounds. Her raw honesty and energetic performances connect small-town roots to a wide audience.
10. @sammyarriaga (Nashville, TN): Sammy Arriaga is a Cuban American artist blending country and Latin music. With over 2M followers, he’s known for his authentic storytelling and is now signed to Dead Rose Records with Walk Off Entertainment.
11. @thecyrilia (Amarillo, TX): The Cyrilia is a versatile Caribbean artist bringing more than 20 genres to life. Through her music and stage presence, she inspires healing and hope for those overcoming adversity.
12. @themariahfaith (Nashville, TN): Mariah Faith is a country artist blending country, blues, and rock. Raised in Conway, SC, she gained national attention as a Top 20 finalist on American Idol Season 21.

Now, after weeks of auditions and show-stopping performances, the stage is set for our finalists to shine, highlighting the talent, creativity, and connection to the TikTok community that has carried them this far. Joining semi-finalist judge Justina Valentine will be Jon Dretto (lead guitarist for Chaka Khan), Tom Poleman (Chief Programming Officer at iHeartRadio), and Beata Murphy (Program Director of iHeartRadio Los Angeles' 102.7 KIIS FM) — all helping decide who takes home the win.

Tune in LIVE to @TikTok or @TikTokLive_US at 7:00pm PT/10:00pm ET on September 26 to catch the finale and witness the next star rise!

Fall Offering Centers on Quality Longform Storytelling—From Business and Politics to True Crime

iHeartMedia And Pushkin Industries Renew Exclusive Ad Sales and Distribution Partnership with More Co-Productions to Come

NEW YORK – September 3, 2025 – Pushkin Industries (pushkin.fm) announced today its fall 2025 programming slate, featuring an extensive lineup of new originals and the return of multiple fan-favorite series. Additionally, Pushkin Industries and iHeartMedia today announced the extension of their highly successful podcast partnership.

The upcoming launches will deliver the premium and in-depth storytelling for which Pushkin Industries is known, including a new limited series from Malcolm Gladwell’s award-winning “Revisionist History” that examines the cascading failures of capital punishment in America through the lens of an infamous Alabama case; the return of Jonathan Goldstein’s “Heavyweight,” which recently joined Puskin’s ranks; a new true crime series “The Chinatown Sting”; and Leon Neyfakh’s “Fiasco” (one of TIME’s 100 Best Podcasts of All Time) returns to tackle Benghazi.

Also coming October 14, Pushkin will re-release Michael Lewis’s best-selling book “The Big Short” as an audiobook, narrated by the author for the first time. In addition, Lewis is set to host a companion series on his popular podcast “Against the Rules,” also launching October 14, exploring how the events detailed in the book led to what we see happening in U.S. politics more than a decade later. The audiobook and podcast release comes as the lauded film adaptation starring Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, and Brad Pitt celebrates its 10th anniversary. “The Big Short” famously explores the causes of the 2008 financial crash and those that realized it was happening well before the rest of the world.

“This new slate of podcasts showcases the passion we have at Pushkin for the power of creative and premium audio storytelling,” said Pushkin CEO Gretta Cohn. “We are excited by what our dynamic roster of storytellers will bring to audiences as we continue building the future of audio — one story at a time.”

The announcement of the new slate of series comes as Pushkin renews its successful partnership with iHeartMedia. Originally announced in November 2020, the renewed deal will see iHeart continuing to serve as the exclusive sales and distribution partner for Pushkin Industries’ full catalog of award-winning premium podcasts including the shows announced in the Fall 2025 slate. Pushkin and iHeartMedia will also co-produce new projects as part of the partnership with additional shows to be announced.

“Five years ago we were thrilled to partner with Malcom Gladwell and the team at Pushkin Industries, knowing that our platforms coming together would lead to innovation in a still-emerging field,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “We’re so proud of what we’ve built together and as podcast listening continues to explode, we’re delighted to extend our partnership and create even more fantastic shows together.”

Further details on the Pushkin Industries Fall 2025 slate: 

• “Fiasco: Benghazi” (Six-episode season premiering September 8) 

Host Leon Neyfakh (“Slow Burn”) transports listeners into the day-to-day reality of our country’s most pivotal historical events, bringing to life the forgotten twists and turns of the past while shedding light on the present. In the new season, Neyfakh takes a hard look at the 2012 attack on the US diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya and the ramifications it had on everything from social media to world politics. 

• “The Chinatown Sting” (Six-episode limited series premiering September 16)

In the late 1980s, a group of women connected through the mahjong parlors in Manhattan’s Chinatown were caught in a massive undercover drug bust. But this bust was just the beginning of an even bigger case. Host Lidia Jean Kott and co-reporter Shuyu Wang interview sources who’ve never spoken on record before—including witnesses, defendants, and federal prosecutors—to reconstruct a case that still has repercussions today.

• “Heavyweight” (10-episode weekly season premiering September 18) 

Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is “Heavyweight.” Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine.

• “Revisionist History: The Alabama Murders”(New seven-episode series premiering October 2) 

Malcolm Gladwell’s award-winning “Revisionist History” takes a deep dive into the story of Charles Sennett, an Alabama Church of Christ minister who was having an affair with a parishioner and, rather than facing the shame of divorcing his wife Elizabeth, hired three men to kill her. This decision would lead to unexpected consequences that would trickle down for decades, including the botched execution of one of the hitmen. At its core, it’s a story about the cascade of moral failures, performative justice, and why systems set up to relieve suffering so often make suffering worse.

• “Against the Rules” (Weekly companion series tied to the new audiobook edition of “The Big Short” narrated by Michael Lewis premiering October 14) 

Michael Lewis revisits his bestselling book that was adapted into an Oscar-winning film to discuss the effects of the 2008 financial crisis that we’re still seeing play out today.

Pushkin Industries’ fall 2025 programming will also bring new episodes from their library of shows, which includes: 

• The Happiness Lab
• Cautionary Tales
• Broken Record
• A Slight Change of Plans
• Risky Business (Co-production with iHeartPodcasts)
• What's Your Problem? (Co-production with iHeartPodcasts)

Listeners can find the full catalog of Pushkin's podcasts on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

Featuring New Shows ‘Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast’ and ‘NFL Cover Zero’ 

Exciting Lineup Includes the Return of ‘NFL Daily,’ ‘Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel,’ ‘Off the Edge with Cam Jordan’ and More 

NEW YORK and INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Sept. 4, 2025 — The National Football League and iHeartMedia announce the NFL Podcast Network’s fall programming lineup for the 2025 NFL season.

Entering its fifth season, the NFL Podcast Network is the premier destination for coverage of the NFL and its 32 teams, serving as the home for all of the official podcasts produced by NFL Media and NFL Films in partnership with iHeartPodcasts.

New shows added to the NFL Podcast Network will include:

• Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast with JJ Zachariason – The award-winning show joins the NFL Podcast Network and will continue to provide fans a process to identify breakout candidates, sleepers, busts and more. The show’s approach is logical, strategic and wins. New episodes are available four times each week.
• NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin – Hosted by radio personalities from the popular Kentucky Sports Radio, Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are longtime friends who love football and are having fun while talking about the storylines on and off the field. The show launched earlier this week and is off to a strong start, debuting on Apple Podcast rankings in the Top 5 Sports shows and Top 25 overall. New episodes are available on Monday and Thursday.

These shows join an exciting roster of returning shows such as:

• NFL Daily – Host Gregg Rosenthal builds on the success of the first season of NFL Daily, which now features Jourdan Rodrigue in an expanded role. Regular contributors also include Colleen Wolfe, Patrick Claybon, Steve Wyche, Cynthia Frelund and Nick Shook. New episodes of NFL Daily are available Sunday-Friday throughout the season. Rosenthal will also partner again with NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah in a continuation of their successful collaboration format, 40’s and Free Agents, for special coverage throughout the season.
• Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel – Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel are excited for their first full season together coming off the show’s successful launch during last year’s playoffs. New episodes are available on Wednesday.
• Off the Edge with Cam Jordan – New Orleans Saints Pro Bowl defensive end Cam Jordan returns for a third season of Off the Edge with Cam Jordan, the only show in the NFL Podcast Network hosted by an active player. New episodes are available on Wednesday.

Other shows in the NFL Podcast Network include:

• 10 Takes with Kyle Brandt
• Move the Sticks with Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks (Brian Baldinger and Rhett Lewis join as weekly contributors throughout the season)
• NFL Fantasy Football Podcast with Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio
• NFL Players: Second Acts with Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Roman Harper (Latest interviews include Pro Football Hall of Famers Jim Kelly, Emmitt Smith, Barry Sanders, LaDainian Tomlinson, Mike Singletary, Steve Largent, Joe Thomas and John Randle)
• Good Morning Football
• The Insiders
• NFL Power Rankings
• NFL GameDay View
• Dozens of NFL Club shows

All shows on the NFL Podcast Network are distributed by iHeartPodcasts, and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. For more information and to see the full show catalog, visit here.

For the latest news on NFL Media – comprising of NFL Network, NFL Films, NFL.com, NFL+, the NFL app, NFL RedZone and free ad-supported television streaming service NFL Channel – please follow @NFLMedia on X and Instagram. Additionally, for general league news visit media.nfl.com.

Under the expanded collaboration, the actress and director will executive produce a new slate of podcasts with iHeart, starting with this new series

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LOS ANGELES – September 3, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “Danielle with the Stars” featuring director, actress, host and producer Danielle Fishel. Fresh off the news that she’ll be stepping into the ballroom as a newly announced celebrity cast member for season 34 of Dancing with the Stars, Fishel is adding dancer to her portfolio while also launching her brand-new podcast. The series will drop twice a week, with the premiere episode available now, HERE.

As host and executive producer, Fishel’s new show, “Danielle with the Stars,” will take listeners behind the scenes as she recaps her journey on Dancing with the Stars. With no prior dance experience, she’ll share the highs, challenges, and unexpected layers that come with stepping into the ballroom spotlight. Episodes will also feature candid conversations with current and former celebrity contestants and the professional dancers. Fishel’s first guest will be her newly announced dance partner, Pasha Pashkov, which will air Friday, September 5. Upcoming guests will also include Sabrina Bryan, who competed twice on Dancing with the Stars, first in Season 5 (2007) with Mark Ballas and later in the All-Stars Season 15 (2012) with Louis Van Amstel; and Jodie Sweetin, who joined Season 22 (2016) with Keo Motsepe.

Plus, the fun won’t stop in the ballroom as fans can expect a new slate of iHeartPodcasts executive-produced by Fishel. “Danielle with the Stars” will mark her fourth collaboration with iHeart, joining her hit series “Pod Meets World,” which she continues to co-host with Will Friedle and Rider Strong, as well as executive producing “How Rude, Tanneritos!,” with Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin, and “Magical Rewind” with Sabrina Bryan and Will Friedle. 

Listen now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @daniellefishel and @daniellewithstars on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.

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When Host Jodi Tovay, a TV Crime Producer, Stumbles Upon Comedian Edd Hedges’ Unique Comedy Set, She’s Sent Down a Rabbit Hole to Deception and Murder  

The New, First-of-Its-Kind, Six-Part Limited Series Premieres Today, Video Trailer Available Now HERE

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ATLANTA, GA – September 2, 2025 – Today, Tenderfoot TV, the podcast studio behind Up and Vanished, To Live and Die in LA, and Radio Rental, and iHeartPodcasts, the number 1 podcast publisher according to  Podtrac, announced its boldest series yet, Wisecrack. Part stand-up comedy special and part true crime documentary, the six-part limited series begins with comedian Edd Hedges on stage, performing a set that uniquely transforms into the story of the most terrifying night of his life, and the deadliest night in his small English village.

On July 22, 2015, Hedges, who was relentlessly bullied as a child, returned home as a comedian on the rise. What started as a charity homecoming performance turned into something far darker. In his own words, Edd recounts how a night of laughter gave way to fear when a murderer began claiming lives just hours after his performance. That fear literally hit home for Edd when the murderer came looking for him. Processing the trauma of that night, Edd turned tragedy into comedy when he developed a stand up routine that not only covered the crimes, but also the people and places that shaped his childhood. The set is woven throughout the podcast as both character portrait and scene-setting device, pulling listeners from the bright lights of the stage to the darkness of a true crime investigation.

Co-produced by Tenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcasts, in association with Starwipe Productions, the project began at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where Emmy®-nominated TV crime producer Jodi Tovay first witnessed Hedges’ performance. On stage, he spun a quirky yet creepy tale told from his own experience. What sounded like just another edgy bit soon revealed itself as the entry point into a years-long investigation, and the truth about a killer who murdered his family before showing up on Edd’s doorstep..

“I was taking a break from making crime television when Edd's story found me,” said Jodi Tovay, Host & Producer of Wisecrack. “The moment I heard his set, it stopped me in my tracks. My curiosity took over and I left vacation early and got to work, knowing that everyone needed to hear this immediately.”

As Wisecrack unfolds, Hedges’ set shapes the narrative. His self-deprecating jokes and coming-of-age stories are woven into an investigation that takes host Jodi Tovay from Atlanta to the UK, moving from Edd’s small English village to the courtroom and prison, before ending where it all began: on stage.

“If you want to hear about my father with 8 fingers, how my mother became an accidental meth dealer, and uncover why my neighbor became a murderer, then Wisecrack is for you,” said Edd Hedges. “I tried to deal with the trauma of that night through comedy, but I wasn’t willing to fully drop my guard. This podcast faces it all, head-on.”

ALT: “Stand-up was my escape. Having been the butt of the jokes growing up, I was able to use the same material to now have audiences laughing with me, not at me,” said Edd Hedges. “So if you want to hear about my father with 8 fingers, how my mother became an accidental meth dealer, and uncover why my neighbor became a murderer, this podcast is for you.  

Atlanta-based network, Tenderfoot TV, is no stranger to pushing creative boundaries within the narrative true crime genre. “When you think you have heard every type of true crime story, Wisecrack proves you haven’t,” said Donald Albright, Tenderfoot TV Co-founder and CEO. “Comedy and crime are a proven recipe for success, but Wisecrack uses the art of stand-up comedy as a device to tell a narrative story, where every punchline hides something darker. I don’t think podcast listeners have ever experienced anything quite like it.”  

A bold, genre-defying listening experience, Wisecrack premieres September 2, 2025, and new episodes will be released each Wednesday on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard. Tenderfoot+ subscribers can binge the entire season ad-free on release day. 

Wisecrack is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. 

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About Tenderfoot TV

A leader in premium podcast content, Tenderfoot TV was founded by Atlanta director and independent filmmaker, Payne Lindsey, and music industry veteran, Donald Albright. The 2016 launch of the award-winning true-crime podcast, “Up and Vanished,” marked Tenderfoot’s entry and ascension in podcasting. The viral sensation became an international news story after influencing 2 arrests in a decade-old cold case and receiving over 450 million downloads across four seasons. Tenderfoot has since created additional breakthrough podcasts, including the critically acclaimed “Atlanta Monster,” “Dear Alana,” “The MLK Tapes,” “Radio Rental'' starring Rainn Wilson, and AP’s Podcast of the year (2019), “To Live and Die in LA.” With over 900 million downloads to date, Tenderfoot continues to develop fiction and nonfiction projects as podcasts, and has expanded into TV and film, airing the first season of “Up and Vanished” (TV series) on the Oxygen network in 2020. Recipients of the 2020 Icon/Pioneer Award at the iHeart Podcast Awards, and recognized by Fast Company as a company that “knows how to keep listeners engaged,” Tenderfoot has no plans of slowing down, having already collaborated with the likes of HBO, Netflix, iHeart, Audible, Audacy, QCode, Spotify, and Issa Rae’s label Radio. In nine years, Tenderfoot has become one of the premiere creatives and most respected destinations for podcasting, and aims to be a leader in multi-platform storytelling. Visit tenderfoot.tv for more company information

About Starwipe Productions

Starwipe Productions is an award-winning, full-service production company based in New York and Atlanta and owned by Principals, Charles Forbes and Jodi Tovay. Visit starwipe.productions for more information.

An immersive experience with rooms inspired by artists at this year’s festival main stage including Ed Sheeran, LL COOL J, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Tate McRae and more

House of Music presented by Hyundai takes place September 19 and 20 from 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. outside T-Mobile Arena

Julia Michaels will perform on September 20 at the free House of Music presented by Hyundai

New York, N.Y. – August 28, 2025– iHeartMedia today announced the return of the House of Music presented by Hyundai, a dynamic fan experience inspired by the artists performing at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One including Ed Sheeran, LL COOL J, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Tate McRae and more. Fans are invited to make themselves at home as they explore over 12 interactive rooms, immersing themselves in the lives, music and passions of their favorite artists and brands. The experience is free and open to the public on September 19 and 20 outside T-Mobile Arena from 4 p.m. -  1 a.m. PT. Additionally, before the festival main stage show begins on Saturday, September 20, the House of Music presented by Hyundai will feature a special performance by Julia Michaels that will include a live performance of her new single “No Heartbreaks Killed Me Yet,” set to be released on September 19.

This year at the House of Music presented by Hyundai, fans will be directed to scan a QR code to unlock their key to the House of Music presented by Hyundai, the House Pass. This simple, digital activation gives fans the chance to explore, play and win at the House of Music presented by Hyundai. Guests can explore rooms inspired by the artists and content they love including:

• In Ed Sheeran’s room, fans can celebrate the world of “Play” with his immersive album activation. Fans will discover their creative spark through interactive experiences influenced by his new music. Featuring a vibrant art installation, including curated items that inspired that album (a giant marimba, video booth and tic tac toe), fans will be able to dive into the playful world of Ed’s new music. 
• LL COOL J and his legendary career come to life through a bold, immersive fan experience inspired by the artist's iconic style that shaped Hip-Hop. Fans will have the chance to recreate the BAD album art, snap a photo on the “Boomin’ System” boombox and leave their personal artistic mark through an interactive graffiti wall. Fans will step into a celebration of the sound, story and creative force of LL COOL J.
• Fans are invited to step into the Eras of Mi to celebrate Mariah Carey’s iconic career, with a focus on her latest releases “Sugar Sweet,” “Type Dangerous” and upcoming album Here For It All. As Mariah did earlier this year, fans will have the opportunity to accept their iHeartRadio Music Award, as well as participate in other fun social takeaways inspired by the new music.
• Fans can take a journey through time as they are invited to turn back the clock and experience unforgettable moments that shaped Maroon 5’s career. Taking it back to the very beginning of their career, fans will experience a reimagined Songs About Jane artwork installation, step into iconic the “Payphone” and share their own Love Is Like message - celebrating the music, memories and evolution of Maroon 5. 
• Guests can transform into a superstar as they step into Tate McRae’s “Just Keep Watching” music video experience. Fans can walk the catwalk, just like Tate, and capture the moment with a personalized digital takeaway. It’s their chance to shine in the spotlight and become a part of the music.

Guests will get the chance to experience their favorite brands in new ways and walk away with prizes and limited-edition swag. Some of the brands in the installation include Presenting Partner Hyundai, Arm & Hammer Power Sheets, Audible, belVita, Capital One, Lenovo Legion, and more to be announced.  The entire House is powered by a platform where fans earn digital points by visiting rooms. The more rooms they visit, the more opportunities they have to win prizes such as tickets to the iHeartRadio Music Festival, meet and greets with Julia Michaels, and more.

“The House of Music continues to evolve each year, and this year’s experience is our most immersive yet,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “It’s a celebration of artistry and connection—where fans can step into the creative worlds of their favorite performers and engage with music in a way that’s personal, playful, and unforgettable.”

This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, will feature performances by Bryan Adams, Diplo, Ed Sheeran, Feid, GloRilla, Jelly Roll, John Fogerty, Justice, Lil Wayne, LL COOL J, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Sammy Hagar, Tate McRae, The Offspring and Tim McGraw.

Tickets for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One are available now at AXS.com.

Each night, the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will broadcast live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. Hulu will be the Official Streaming Destination of the festival, with performances livestreamed each night exclusively to all Hulu subscribers. Additional information about the livestream will be posted across Hulu’s platform and social media channels.

Proud Partners of this year’s iHeartRadio Music Festival main stage event include Presenting Partner Capital One, Arm & Hammer Power Sheets, Audible, belVita, Hyundai, Impossible Foods, Lenovo Legion, M&M’S®, and more to be announced.

For more details about the House of Music presented by Hyundai and the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

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

The new series spotlights fabulous single women on their journeys to find love, including DeAnna Pappas and Mercedes Northup

Listen to the premiere episode now available HERE

LOS ANGELES – August 27, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “Famously Available,” executive-produced by Ben Higgins and Ashley Iaconetti. The new weekly series, hosted by Higgins, highlights fabulous single women as they navigate self-discovery and the rollercoaster of modern dating. Tune into the premiere episode now available here.

“Famously Available” explores love at every stage of life, with familiar faces from Bachelor Nation sharing their journeys, opening their hearts, and inviting listeners along as they step into a new era of romance. The premiere kicks off with DeAnna Pappas, who Bachelor Nation will remember for her heartbreak from Brad Womack, and later, for her own turn as The Bachelorette in 2008, where her engagement ended after the show. She reflects candidly on how she plans to put herself back out there, embrace vulnerability, and find her happily ever after.

Fans will also hear from Mercedes Northup, remembered from Season 27 of The Bachelor and her unforgettable stint in “Paradise,” as she sets out to finally discover what her heart truly wants. Additionally, some beloved “Goldens” from the franchise will join the conversation, bringing wisdom and humor as these women embark on their quest for love.

“Famously Available” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @famouslyavailable on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.

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