iHeartMedia Extends Relationship with Media Powerhouse Charlamagne Tha God
New York, NY – December 19, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the #1 audio company in America, announced today that it has extended its relationship with the culture-shifting multimedia mogul Charlamagne Tha God, co-host of iHeartMedia New York's Power 105's wildly popular and nationally syndicated hit radio show "The Breakfast Club," heard by over 7 million listeners monthly and founder of The Black Effect podcast network.
One of the world’s most well-informed, authoritative and distinctive media personalities, Charlamagne Tha God has become a crucial and influential voice in American culture. Under the new multi-year agreement, Charlamagne will continue his uninhibited trademark interview style on the award-winning “The Breakfast Club” radio show, where he has long been recognized for his relentless effort to unveil truth by asking the questions audiences want to hear most, weekdays from 6-10:00 a.m. EST, as well as “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” alongside co-hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious and Loren LoRosa.
"When it comes to iHeartMedia, gratitude will always be my attitude. They’ve created space for me to grow not just as talent, but as an executive and true partner through The Black Effect Podcast Network,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “To say that I’m thankful is an understatement. iHeart is the biggest and best audio company on the planet and audio is the foundation on which the whole media conglomerate will be built. Podcasting, live events, TV/film and documentaries, the sky is the limit for where we are going; and radio will always be at the core of it. Here's to a new era of growth, impact, and prosperity."
“The Breakfast Club,” celebrating its 15-year milestone this month, 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, Jess Hilarious, and Loren LoRosa 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.
“Charlamagne has been a transformative voice in audio, redefining what it means to create content that sparks dialogue and drives cultural change. Through The Breakfast Club and his growing podcast network, he’s amplified diverse voices, tackled tough conversations, and built platforms that continue to resonate with audiences nationwide,” said Rich Bressler, President & COO for iHeartMedia. "His influence has helped shape the future of audio and we’re energized by what lies ahead and appreciate his ongoing trust in iHeart.”
Additionally, iHeart and Charlamagne will continue to partner on the historic joint venture, The Black Effect Podcast Network -- the world’s largest podcast publisher dedicated to Black listeners, bringing together the most influential and trusted voices in Black culture for stimulating conversations around social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy and more. Launched in 2020 and curated by Charlamagne himself, The Black Effect has debuted 60+ shows -- generating 11 million monthly downloads and features a luminous roster of marquee talent and influential voices committed to enlightening, educating and entertaining audiences. Earlier this year, “The Breakfast Club” replay podcast -- which served as the flagship show for the launch of The Black Effect Podcast Network – surpassed one billion downloads, joining a very short list of podcasts to reach this impressive milestone.
Charlamagne Tha God was represented by Ted Chervin at CAA, with legal counsel provided by Loan Dang of Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb & Dang. Financial strategy and advisory were led by Humble Lukanga and Laura Rutebuka of Lifeline Financial Group. The agreement was developed in close partnership with Charlamagne’s longtime business partner Karen Kinney of KK Entertainment & Media.
About Charlamagne Tha God
Lenard “Charlamagne Tha God” McKelvey is a multimedia mogul, Radio Hall of Fame inductee, and New York Times bestselling author who has spent nearly two decades shaping American culture. He is the co-host of iHeartMedia’s nationally syndicated The Breakfast Club, heard by more than 7 million listeners monthly and widely regarded as the most influential Hip-Hop and R&B morning show in the country.
Known for his fearless interview style, Charlamagne has led headline-making conversations that spark cultural dialogue and tackle tough, timely issues. He is the founder of The Black Effect Podcast Network, a joint venture with iHeartMedia and the world’s largest podcast network dedicated to Black audiences, which has launched more than 60 shows and reaches over 11 million monthly downloads. He also founded Southland Stories, a film production company created to spotlight authentic, impactful storytelling. Outside of media, Charlamagne established the Mental Wealth Alliance to advance mental health awareness and provide resources in underserved communities.
iHeartMedia and Viant Partner to Unlock Addressable Audio at Scale
Integration will drive addressability across iHeart’s premier audio network including podcast, streaming and broadcast radio
IRVINE, CA — December 18, 2025 — Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP), a leader in CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising, today announced a strategic integration with iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in the U.S. and the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, to deliver enhanced addressability, measurement, and programmatic innovation across podcasts, streaming and broadcast radio.
As a part of the expanded partnership, Viant has integrated with Triton Digital - the global technology and services leader - which enables programmatic access to iHeartMedia’s extensive audio inventory including its unrivaled podcast catalog, streaming audio and broadcast radio inventory. Advertisers leveraging Viant’s DSP can now activate addressable campaigns across the full spectrum of iHeartMedia’s audio network, unlocking greater precision, transparency, and performance for brands seeking outcomes from one of media’s fastest-growing channels.
“Audio is one of the most engaging mediums and has truly evolved into a dynamic, data driven channel,” said Richie Hyden, , SVP of Publisher Solutions at Viant. “By combining iHeartMedia’s unmatched scale with Viant’s AI-powered DSP, we’re unlocking the full promise of audio for advertisers.”
The integration also brings over-the-air (OTA) broadcast radio into Viant’s platform, which brings broadcast radio into the programmatic ecosystem on the demand side, demonstrating how radio and podcasts together form complementary pillars of the modern audio strategy for advertisers. Like podcasts, radio delivers depth, authenticity, and engagement that drive consumer connection and conversion — but it also brings the unmatched power of reach and frequency, all amplified by the precision and performance of programmatic.
“This integration with Viant marks a pivotal moment for audio advertising and will help marketers drive stronger performance, while also delivering more relevant experiences for listeners,” said Lisa Coffey, Chief Business Officer for iHeartMedia. “This allows advertisers to programmatically access the full spectrum of iHeart’s audio network — from podcasts and streaming to broadcast radio — with the precision, transparency, and performance they expect from digital. It’s a major step forward in unifying the power of audio under one scalable, data-driven solution.”
ABOUT VIANT
Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP) is a leader in CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising, dedicated to driving innovation in digital marketing. Viant’s omnichannel platform built for CTV allows marketers to plan, execute and measure their campaigns with unmatched precision and efficiency. With the launch of ViantAI, Viant is building the future of fully autonomous advertising solutions, empowering advertisers to achieve their boldest goals. Viant was recently awarded Best AI-Powered Advertising Solution and Best Demand-Side Platform by MarTech Breakthrough, Great Place to Work® certification and received the Business Intelligence Group’s AI Excellence Award. Learn more at viantinc.com.
iHeartMedia and Empire State Building to Host “iHeartRadio Holiday Pop Up Party with Pentatonix” For Special Music-to-Light Show
The event, hosted by iHeartRadio New York 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby, will broadcast across iHeartRadio stations nationwide on December 19
NEW YORK – December 17, 2025 – iHeartMedia and the Empire State Building today announced the “iHeartRadio Holiday Pop Up Party with Pentatonix” in celebration of the holiday season in New York City with a special event and music-to-light show at the world-famous Empire State Building, recently named the number one Top Attraction in New York City for the fourth consecutive year in Tripadvisor’s’ 2025 Travelers Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The event, hosted by iHeartRadio New York 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby, will broadcast across iHeartRadio stations nationwide on December 19.
The Holiday Pop Up Party and broadcast will feature GRAMMY Award-winning group, Pentatonix who flipped the famous light switch to kick off a special music-to-light spectacular atop the Empire State Building synchronized to their No.1 song, a duet with the great Frank Sinatra “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm.” The intimate event also featured a live Pentatonix performance, an interview with 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby and a fan Q&A -- all on the 80th floor of the world-famous Empire State Building Observatory in the heart of New York City.
The 10-minute special will broadcast on all iHeartRadio Holiday flip stations nationwide on December 19 at 9 p.m. local time (6:50 p.m. ET in New York City) and on the iHeartChristmas Pop digital station at 9 p.m. ET.
Additionally, New York iHeartRadio stations Z100, 103.5 KTU and 106.7 Lite FM will play “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm” synced to the light show atop the Empire State Building every night from December 19- 25 at 7 p.m. ET.
Pentatonix’s new album Christmas in the City is out now via Republic Records. You can catch them on their Christmas in the City Tour which wraps in Fort Worth, TX on December 22nd. Purchase tickets HERE.
Netflix and iHeartMedia Announce Exclusive Video Podcast Partnership for Top iHeartPodcasts
More than 15 industry-leading iHeartPodcasts will stream only on Netflix including “My Favorite Murder,” “The Breakfast Club,” “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast,” “Behind the Bastards,” “The Psychology of Your 20s” and more
Top comedic talent including “Dear Chelsea” with Chelsea Handler and “This Is Important” with “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson join the deal
New York and Los Angeles – December 16, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in America, and Netflix today announced an exclusive video podcasting partnership for more than 15 industry-leading original iHeartPodcasts. The agreement includes all new episodes from the podcast lineup, as well as select library episodes from each show. New video podcast episodes will launch on Netflix in early 2026 in the US, with more markets to follow.
The lineup of podcasts joining the streamer includes “The Breakfast Club,” co-hosted by Charlamagne Tha God and one of the biggest broadcast radio shows in the country; “My Favorite Murder,” one of the most successful true crime podcasts; shows from high profile talent such as Grammy-nominated music superstars Fat Joe and Jadakiss on “Joe and Jada,” “Dear Chelsea” with Chelsea Handler and “This Is Important” with “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson; “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast” from award winning Radio & TV personality Bobby Bones; as well as category-defining series “The Psychology of Your 20s.”
“Audio podcasting has been the fastest-growing medium over the past 20 years, and now we’re thrilled to expand that experience with an exciting new category - video podcasts. Netflix has a leading video-first service, and this partnership perfectly complements our strong audio foundation. Working with Netflix—an important leader in entertainment— gives fans one more way to connect with the personalities they love and opens the door to new audiences, including viewers discovering these shows for the first time,” said Bob Pittman, CEO of iHeartMedia. “These shows feature dynamic hosts, compelling conversations, and passionate fan communities—available in both audio and now as a natural video extension. Audiences can now not only listen but also watch and enjoy top-rated iHeartPodcasts alongside award-winning series and movies from Netflix.”
“With this partnership we are incredibly excited to offer our members such unmatched variety, and to deliver highly entertaining podcasts featuring some of the world’s most dynamic personalities,” said Lauren Smith, Netflix VP of Content Licensing and Programming Strategy. “Get ready to dive in with the true crime phenomenon My Favorite Murder, the dynamic perspectives of The Breakfast Club, and the sharp, unfiltered comedy of Chelsea Handler in this initial collection.”
The lineup includes the following podcasts with more to come:
- “The Breakfast Club,” the hit radio replay podcast that recently surpassed one billion downloads, features hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, Loren LoRosa and Charlamagne Tha God breaking down the latest in news and culture.
- “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast,” the hit music and entertainment podcast, features host Bobby Bones—radio and TV personality, two-time New York Times best-selling author, and youngest-ever National Radio Hall of Fame inductee—sitting down with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.
- “My Favorite Murder,” a hit original true crime show with approximately two billion lifetime downloads featuring hosts Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark.
- “Dear Chelsea,” a weekly advice show with host Chelsea Handler answering listener questions alongside celebrity guests.
- “Joe and Jada,” Grammy-nominated music superstars Fat Joe and Jadakiss to link up twice a week to discuss the news dominating music, sports and culture and interview influential figures across those sectors for candid and compelling conversations.
- “This Is Important,” a hit comedy podcast, features “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson seriously discussing some very important topics.
- “The Psychology of Your 20s,” the top-ranked mental health podcast, is a biweekly guide to surviving growing pains through psychology with host Jemma Sbeg.
- “Behind the Bastards,” a fan-favorite history podcast, goes into the bizarre realities that formed the lives of some very bad people with host Robert Evans.
- “Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know,” a curiosity podcast, delves into the unexplained with hosts Matt Frederick, Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown.
- “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” a curiosity podcast, sees hosts Holly Frey and Tracy Wilson recount the strangest, most unusual untold stories that weren’t covered in school.
- “Stuff To Blow Your Mind,” a curiosity podcast, examines just how weird reality is with hosts Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick.
- “New Rory & MAL,” the culture and sports podcast featuring Jamil 'Mal' Clay and Rory Farrell always bringing the hottest takes.
- “3 and Out with John Middlekauff,” the sports podcast features former NFL scout John Middleauff giving his unique perspective on college and professional football.
- “Buried Bones,” a history and true crime podcast, features journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and retired investigator Paul Holes dissecting the most compelling cases from centuries ago.
iHeartMedia retains all audio-only rights and distribution for the shows included in the deal. All podcasts will continue to be available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.
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iHeartPodcasts Announces “Killer Thriller” with Actress Elisa Donovan, Executive Produced by Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes
A true-crime podcast told through an actor’s lens joins iHeart’s Popworthy slate, living within the “Amy Robach & T.J. Holmes Present” podcast feed
Listen to the premiere episode here
LOS ANGELES – December 8, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “Killer Thriller,” a new true crime series hosted by actress and author Elisa Donovan. The podcast is executive produced by Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes and is a part of the duo's expanded partnership on iHeart’s Popworthy slate of shows. Listen to the premiere episode available now here.
Donovan is best known for her iconic roles in the 1990s, rising to fame as Amber in “Clueless” and its television adaptation, and went on to star in popular series including “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.” Now, she will bring her experience and perspective to the true crime genre, offering listeners a different look at some of the darkest and most compelling headlines.
The premiere episode will feature Donovan alongside Robach and Holmes as they explore why true crime culture continues to dominate entertainment. The podcast will take listeners deep into the real stories and portrayals behind some of the most talked-about cases of murder, kidnappings, sex cults, and fraud, including the Menendez brothers, the Murdaugh murders, Amanda Knox, Elizabeth Holmes, O.J. Simpson, Anna Delvey, and many others. Donovan will also sit down with actors who portray the infamous and unforgettable perpetrators in TV and film adaptations of major crime stories that continue to captivate audiences.
"Killer Thriller” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. The series will live within the “Amy Robach & T.J. Holmes Present” podcast feed, alongside additional true-crime projects rolling out in 2026. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @killerthrillerpod, @reddonovan and @popworthypodcasts on Instagram for updates.
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iHeartPodcasts and Danielle Fishel Launch “Teen Beat” – The Newest Addition to Their Co-Produced Podcast Slate
The new pop culture interview series hosted by the recent Dancing with the Stars competitor premieres in January marking the fifth show helmed by Fishel with iHeart
Listen to the official trailer here
LOS ANGELES – December 4, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, has announced the newest show in an overall podcast deal announced with Danielle Fishel earlier this year. The original pop culture interview series titled “Teen Beat” will be hosted by director, producer, actor (formerly Topanga Lawrence on the ‘90s TV staple “Boy Meets World”) and recent “Dancing with the Stars” competitor, Danielle Fishel. “Teen Beat” will premiere January 2026, with the official trailer available now, HERE.
Coming off the pop culture juggernaut of Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” and the companion iHeartPodcast recapping her journey on the show, Fishel is now elevating her interviews with a new, weekly series.
As someone who spent her teenage years on millions of television screens, from her first kiss to her first haircut, Fishel has decided it’s time to turn the tables. She’ll sit down with other celebrities to unearth details from their (untelevised) upbringings, cracking open childhood diaries for embarrassing fashion choices, school crushes and dramatic friend fallouts. Since most people’s bouts with pimples weren’t broadcast during a beloved TGIF lineup, the least they can do now is talk about theirs.
“Teen Beat” will further deepen the long-standing creative partnership between Fishel and her husband Jensen Karp, who co-executive produce their growing slate of shows for iHeartPodcasts. The slate includes the hit series “Pod Meets World,” now closing in on 50 million downloads with co-hosts Will Friedle and Rider Strong. They also executive produce “How Rude, Tanneritos!” with Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin, and “Magical Rewind” with Friedle and Sabrina Bryan. Their new overall deal will find them exclusively producing and developing new projects for iHeartPodcasts, expanding the successful creative partnership for years to come.
“I have cherished my relationship with iHeart over the past three years and look forward to our newly minted future,” Fishel explains. “Like only I have said, loudly in the hallways of their office: I am the new Ryan Seacrest.”
Listen to the trailer now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @daniellefishel and @teenbeatpod on Instagram for podcast clips and updates.
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The series is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. Follow all Popworthy shows @popworthypodcasts.
iHeartPodcasts Announces “An Unlikely Affair,” The First Series To Debut Under Lala Kent’s And iHeart’s New Expanded Podcast Slate
A spinoff of Lala Kent’s “Untraditionally Lala,” the new series cohosted by Kent and Ambyr Childers follows the two former adversaries who
unexpectedly became bonded single mothers
Premiere episode set to debut on January 8, 2026 – listen to the official trailer now here
LOS ANGELES – December 5, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced the launch of “An Unlikely Affair,” the first official series under Lala Kent’s new “Untraditionally Lala” umbrella, a growing podcast slate that will expand within iHeart’s Popworthy lineup of shows. Hosted by reality TV star and entrepreneur Lala Kent alongside actress and producer Ambyr Childers, who’s best known for her roles in “You” and “Ray Donovan,” the new series will build on the success of Kent’s previously launched podcast “Untraditionally Lala,” where Childers made her first appearance earlier this year. “An Unlikely Affair” premieres on January 8, 2026, with the official trailer available now, HERE.
Each week on “An Unlikely Affair,” Lala and Ambyr dive into the realities single mothers face, drawing from a past that once made them sworn enemies after sharing the same ex. In a twist no one saw coming, the two have let go of their history and built an unexpected, deeply honest
friendship. Together, they explore how to navigate major transitions, manage mom guilt while reclaiming their identities, and approach dating and sex in their next chapter. The cohosts share how they reclaimed their happiness and hope their journey inspires listeners to let go of toxicity and rewrite their own narratives.
Kent will continue to host “Untraditionally Lala” with episodes dropping every Wednesday, and bonus content released on Mondays.
“An Unlikely Affair” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.
Follow @lalakent, @ambyrchilders_official and @anunlikelyaffair on Instagram for podcast clips and updates on the podcast.
Follow all Popworthy shows @popworthypodcasts.
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Journalist Danielle Robay Brings “Question Everything” To iHeartPodcasts—A Bold, Soulful Conversation Series That Asks the One Question That Changes Everything: Why?
The weekly podcast explores the gray areas of life with honesty, curiosity, and depth—featuring intimate interviews with cultural icons, thinkers and changemakers who shape how others see themselves and the world
Listen now HERE
LOS ANGELES – November 21, 2025 – Danielle Robay and iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced that “Question Everything with Danielle Robay” has joined the iHeartPodcasts network. Host Danielle Robay, acclaimed journalist, creator and seasoned podcaster ("Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club," "The Bright Side") will continue to bring her signature curiosity, warmth and intellect to conversations that challenge listeners to rethink their assumptions about the world around them and imagine something better. Fans can listen now HERE.
In this week’s episode, host Robay sat down with Sydney Towle, a 25-year-old woman facing a rare bile-duct cancer typically seen in people over 50—and she’s sharing her journey online with honesty, humor and hope. In her first-ever podcast interview, she opened up about being misdiagnosed, how she thinks about dating with cancer and the surreal experience of Reddit accusing her of faking cancer.
Upcoming guests for “Question Everything with Danielle Robay” will include psychic medium and best-selling author Laura Lynn Jackson; “Real Housewives of New York” personalities Jenna Lyons and Erin Lichy; business journalist, TV commentator, best-selling author and change expert Suzy Welch; TV personality and fashion expert Jeannie Mai ("How Do I Look?," "The Real"); best-selling author, speaker and activist Marianne Williamson ("A Return to Love," "A Woman’s Worth"); and acclaimed writer, podcaster and founder of The Happiness Project Gretchen Rubin.
Listeners can also tune in to past episodes of the podcast including conversations with guests Jada Pinkett Smith, Scooter Braun, Kelly Rowland, Constance Wu, Maria Shriver, Eve, Bozoma Saint John, Justin Baldoni, Bethenny Frankel, Ashlyn Harris, Sara Haines, Karamo, Jemele Hill, Elaine Welteroth, Gabby Bernstein, Eve Rodsky, Gabby Reece and Dr. Ellen Langer—each offering raw, resonant conversations about ambition, healing, purpose, success, failure and self-worth.
All episodes of “Question Everything with Danielle Robay” will now be distributed by iHeartPodcasts with new episodes dropping weekly each Thursday on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Video episodes will also be available on the show’s official YouTube channel. The show is executive produced by Robay alongside co-executive producer Colleen O’Neill.
Follow @QuestionEverythingHQ and @DanielleRobay on Instagram for updates.
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About Danielle Robay:
Journalist and creator Danielle Robay is known for her signature interview style—open-hearted and razor-sharp. Dubbed “The Queen of Questions,” she’s the creator of the bestselling Question Everything card game series and co-executive producer (alongside Reese Witherspoon) and host of “Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club.” A Gloria Steinem Fellow and mentee of Larry King, Robay carries on a legacy of curiosity and connection, having interviewed icons from Reese Witherspoon and Taylor Swift to Malala Yousafzai and Arthur Brooks.
About Co-Executive Producer Colleen O’Neill:
Colleen O’Neill is an accomplished podcast and digital producer whose work with E! News and Entertainment Tonight showcases her talent for crafting stories that connect—blending precision, heart, and depth in every project. Together, Robay and O’Neill are redefining the modern interview—creating a space for REAL conversation, complexity, and curiosity to lead—one question at a time.
iHeartMedia Celebrates the Holiday Season with Annual Holiday Music Flip Across Broadcast Stations Nationwide and the Return of the “iHeartRadio Holiday Special”
More than 95 stations across the country flip the switch to holiday music, making iHeartRadio the holiday music destination
Hosted by Mario Lopez, the Holiday Special will feature interviews with Goo Goo Dolls, Gwen Stefani, Lady A, Meghan Trainor, Pentatonix, Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless and more, broadcasting on iHeartRadio stations nationwide on November 26
NEW YORK – November 14, 2025 – iHeartMedia announced that the annual station flip to holiday music has kicked off this month and more than 95 stations across the country will broadcast the season’s festive music from today’s biggest artists as well as Christmas classics from Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and more, 24/7. Continuing the celebration of the holiday season, the iHeartRadio Holiday Special returns this year hosted by Mario Lopez. The broadcast will feature interviews with Goo Goo Dolls, Gwen Stefani, Lady A, Meghan Trainor, Pentatonix, Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless and more discussing their favorite holiday songs and traditions. The special will broadcast across iHeartRadio stations nationwide on November 26 at 7 p.m. local time and on the Holiday Season Radio on the iHeartRadio app at 7 p.m. ET.
Every holiday season, iHeartMedia converts music radio stations in its key markets to all holiday music through Christmas Day — making iHeartMedia the No. 1 holiday music listening destination.
Listeners can hear even more holiday cheer anywhere they are across more than 500 platforms and 2,000 devices with the iHeartRadio app with original stations like “iHeart Christmas,” playing all the holiday favorites; “North Pole Radio,” hosted by Santa Claus himself; “iHeart Christmas Classics,” the place to hear all the timeless holiday classics; or holiday channels playing all kinds of music, including iHeartCountry Christmas, iHeart Christmas Jazz, iHeart Christmas Rock, iHeart Christmas R&B, and more. To find all iHeartRadio’s extensive holiday offerings, listeners can visit the iHeartRadio app and search “iHeart Holiday.”
“Every holiday season, our stations set the tone with beloved festive tunes that span generations from Christmas classics to today’s newest holiday songs,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “Our Holiday Special resonates so deeply with our listeners because it’s more than just our radio stations flipping to holiday music, it’s a heartfelt celebration where artists open up and share personal stories behind the season with fans. It’s a time of joy and nostalgia — and we’re honored to be part of it year after year.”
Proud partner of the iHeartRadio Holiday Special is State Farm®.
iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network and Jorge Lozano H. Present “Tengo Testimonio”
The new podcast where tragedy becomes comedy
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NEW YORK – November 13, 2025 – Speaker, author, and content creator Jorge Lozano H., recognized as the No. 1 voice in Latin America on human relationships, self-love, and leadership, introduces his new weekly podcast “Tengo Testimonio,” an original series with My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, that promises laughter, catharsis, and plenty of unfiltered truth.
Every Thursday, beginning November 13, 2025, Jorge will welcome women from all around the world who will call in to share their stories: tales of bad love, family scandals, toxic relationships, unfaithful cucarachos, nightmare mothers-in-law, and treacherous chupacabras—all with one goal: to turn tragedy into comedy and laugh together at these real-life stories that surpass fiction, because “ni las telenovelas se atrevieron a tanto.”
“Tengo Testimonio busca celebrar nuestra herencia hispana, aquí venimos a convertir el drama en risa, la herida en moraleja y la tragedia en comedia,” explains Lozano H. “Porque mamacita, tu pecho no es bodega, y si lo sabe Dios que lo sepa el mundo.”
On this podcast, guests will call in to tell their stories while Jorge listens, comments, and offers advice in his unmistakable style: fun, direct, and empowering. Listeners will participate through the “Chill-o-meter,” a rating system that scores each story with 🌶️ (chilies) based on how spicy or shocking it was.
Amid laughter, reflection, and iconic lines like “Ni él es para tanto, ni tú para tan poco” or “Mamacita, fuiste mucha dinamita, para una mecha tan cortita,” Jorge reminds women that being strong doesn’t mean never crying—it means walking away from where you were treated poorly and laughing after having survived a true telenovela-worthy episode.
In select episodes, the podcast will feature special guests—beloved and authentic voices—who will join Jorge to inspire and offer guidance on love, life, and relationships. Their presence will help advise, encourage, and support the women who bravely share their testimonies.
With more than 15 million followers across social media, international tours in over 30 countries, and published books, Jorge Lozano H. has become the most influential voice for modern women seeking a space to heal, empower themselves, and embrace the belief that “después de un cucaracho, siempre viene un buen muchacho.”
This new project brings together his talent as a communicator with his mission to empower women through humor, insight, and style. With a fresh, bold, and deeply human format, Jorge blends humor, psychology, and storytelling to transform painful experiences into powerful messages of resilience and self-worth.
“Tengo Testimonio” premieres today, Thursday, November 13 and is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. It is available on the iHeartRadio app and across all podcast platforms, with new episodes every Thursday. Fans can listen to the official trailer now HERE. Video episodes will also be available on YouTube.
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About My Cultura Podcast Network
My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, launched May 2021 in collaboration with Enrique Santos, iHeartMedia’s top-rated on-air personality and President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino. Since launch, the network has seen steady listener growth and has become home to more than 60 podcasts including hit series “Chiquis and Chill,” “Princess of South Beach,'' “Wrestling with Freddie,” “Sacred Scandal,” “Radio Ambulante,” “Magical Rewind,” “He Said, Ella Dijo with Eric Winter and Roselyn Sanchez,” “Enrique Santos Podcast,” “You vs You with Lex Borrero” and many more. In tandem with the network’s fourth anniversary this past June, it was announced that Eva Longoria and her studio Hyphenate Media Group joined actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama as stakeholders of My Cultura. Listeners can find the full catalog of My Cultura podcasts here.