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"DOUBT: The Case of Lucy Letby" is an exploration of evidence, media influence, gender bias and reasonable doubt

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NEW YORK - February 24, 2026 - A new Podcast series “DOUBT: The Case of Lucy Letby" from Vespucci, Knox Robinson Productions and iHeartPodcasts, the no. 1 podcast publisher globally, takes an unflinching look at the case that stunned the United Kingdom: the conviction of neonatal nurse Lucy Letby for the murder of seven premature babies and the attempted murder of seven more.

Told through the lens of critical inquiry rather than sensationalism, the series asks a difficult but essential question: is the case truly as clear-cut as public consensus suggests — or are there unresolved issues that merit deeper examination?

At the center of this investigation is host Amanda Knox, a journalist, author, and criminal justice advocate whose own experience with wrongful conviction and intense media scrutiny gives her a rare perspective on the intersection of justice and public narrative. Listen now HERE.

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Between 2015 and 2016, a spike in infant deaths at the Countess of Chester Hospital’s neonatal unit prompted an investigation that would lead to one of the most widely reported trials in recent UK history. Prosecutors argued that a staffing rota — showing one nurse present during each of seven “suspicious” deaths — provided a critical link. That nurse was Lucy Letby.

The trial, conviction, and unprecedented sentencing that followed ignited a national firestorm. Headlines branded Letby a monster. Public anger was swift and fierce. The story seemed to resolve into certainty.

This audio series re-enters the case not to sensationalize tragedy, but to explore how complex medical evidence, statistical reasoning, institutional pressures, and media narratives converged, and whether any of those forces may have shaped public understanding in ways that deserve closer scrutiny.

Across ten episodes, Knox speaks with statisticians, forensic scientists, legal experts, nurses, and neonatal specialists to examine and understand the facts of this case, while also highlighting the bias present in the media and thus public.

The series does not offer easy conclusions. Instead, it invites audiences to engage with a central principle of justice: the importance of evidence being examined carefully, critically, and free from assumption.

Few people understand the power of public narrative in criminal cases more personally than Amanda Knox. Wrongly convicted in Italy in the murder of her flatmate in 2007, Knox spent four years incarcerated before being fully exonerated. In the years since, she has become a widely respected voice on media ethics, due process, and the psychological toll of wrongful accusation.

Today, Knox works as a writer, journalist, and advocate for fairness in the justice system. Her work explores how bias, cultural, institutional, and emotional, can influence legal outcomes.

Her connection to this project is not about equivalence of cases, but about process: how evidence is interpreted, how narratives take shape, and how public opinion can harden before questions are fully examined.

“Doubt: The Case of Lucy Letby” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. 

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Amanda Knox says:

“I know firsthand how a story can override evidence, and even reality itself. I was on the receiving end of salacious, irresponsible storytelling by both a justice system and a media ecosystem that decided who I was before the facts were settled, and I remain a controversial figure today because of how the story of my roommate’s murder was framed back then. Watching the case of Lucy Letby unfold has been deeply unsettling, not because our stories are identical, but because the dynamics are familiar. I understand how powerful narratives are, and how quickly they can become substitutes for truth. This podcast exists to slow that process down, examine the story we’ve been told, interrogate the assumptions beneath it, and ask whether justice has truly been served. Truth matters, and sometimes the only way to find it is by dismantling the story that’s been built on top of it.”

Beyond the courtroom, the series also explores the broader environment in which the events took place, including pressures within the UK’s National Health Service, staffing shortages, and infrastructure challenges that experts say can complicate medical interpretation and outcomes. It also examines how modern media ecosystems, from tabloids to social platforms, can influence the climate surrounding high-profile trials, raising questions about how impartiality is protected in the digital age. At its heart, the series is about asking how justice systems can remain rigorous in emotionally charged cases, and how society navigates the tension between grief, outrage, and the presumption of innocence.

FROM THE PRODUCERS

Vespucci Producers, Daniel Turcan and Johnny Galvin say:

“Amanda’s voice and perspective are extraordinary: distinct, thought-provoking, and a prism through which audiences may ask deeper questions, moving beyond  pre-established narratives. Ultimately, this is a story about the loss of control over one’s own story.”

President of iHeartPodcasts, Will Pearson says:

“We are uniquely positioned to elevate impactful true crime stories like this. With iHeart’s reach, we’re able to bring millions of listeners inside this heartbreaking case in a way that is immersive and deeply human.” 

ABOUT VESPUCCI

Founded by Daniel Turcan and Johnny Galvin, Vespucci is a global studio producing films, chart-topping podcasts, book clubs, and live events. The studio collaborates with leading journalists and writers worldwide, with a focus on bringing complex and challenging stories to light.

ABOUT KNOX ROBINSON PRODUCTIONS

Knox Robinson Productions creates content that embodies curiosity, compassion, and courage across film, TV, podcasts, and publishing. Its credits include the limited series The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox and the documentary Mouth of the Wolf, both on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. The company also produces the podcast Hard Knox and develops original audio projects in partnership with studios including Audiochuck and iHeart.

SPARKS, Md. – USA Lacrosse has entered into a landmark partnership with iHeartMedia, giving the sport access to the nation's largest audio media platform as it continues its ascent ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

Under the agreement, iHeartMedia becomes the Official Audio Media Partner of USA Lacrosse, supporting promotional campaigns for the organization’s events and membership initiatives across its extensive network of live radio stations, digital stations and podcasts.

The partnership also establishes a first-of-its-kind audio media category for USA Lacrosse and includes exclusive content opportunities surrounding some of the sport’s premier events and properties.iHeartMedia will have the opportunity to produce live and on-demand audio content, including programming tied to lacrosse’s return to the Olympic stage at LA28.

In addition, iHeartMedia will serve as a presenting sponsor of several marquee USA Lacrosse events, including The Atlas Cup, the Brogden Cup and the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The company will also become the first brand to receive jersey branding rights for the U.S. Youth National Teams, whose 144 athletes represent some of the nation's top boys' and girls' players.

“This is the type of partnership our team at USA Lacrosse has been building toward,” said Will Blake, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for USA Lacrosse. “iHeartMedia isn't merely securing logo placement, they're stepping into a category that's never existed in our sport before, at a scale and a valuation that reflects our commercial growth and where this sport is headed. For the first time ever,a brand is putting its mark on the jerseys of our U.S.Youth National Teams. That's not a sponsorship,it's an investment in the next generation of players and fans who will carry this game forward and help us grow thesport for years to come.”

“At iHeart, we're focused on connecting audiences with the sports, athletes and moments they care about most,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at iHeartMedia. “As lacrosse continues its rapid growth and prepares for its return to the Olympic stage, we're excited to partner with USA Lacrosse to help expand the sport's reach, engage new fans and create unique opportunities for athletes, players and communities across the country.”

About USA Lacrosse

USA Lacrosse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is certified by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport in the United States. USA Lacrosse works to fuel the growth, enrich the experience, and field the best national teams, supporting more than 425,000 members across the country.

Disney+ and Hulu served as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival, plus a special including highlights from the event will be available to stream on both platforms beginning October 1

NEW YORK – September 20, 2026 – After two days of unforgettable moments, the annual iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, concluded on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with legendary performances on September 18 and 19 by BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B, Ciara, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, The Smashing Pumpkins, Weezer, Zara Larsson and a special performance by Stella Lefty.

The House of Music presented by Hyundai returned for its fourth year, a mixed-reality immersive experience inspired by the artists performing at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One including BTS, Cardi B, Kenny Chesney and Zara Larsson. Fans were invited to make themselves at home as they explored interactive rooms, immersing themselves in the lives, music and passions of their favorite artists and brands. Additionally, before the festival main stage show began on Saturday, September 19, Stella Lefty took the House of Music stage for a pre-show performance and Major Lazer closed out the night on Saturday with a post-show performance at the iHeartRadio House of Music Powered by Hyundai. Some of the brands in the installation included Presenting Partner Hyundai, Audible, Burlington, Capital One, KHLOE KARDASHIAN FRAGRANCES, LG, M&M's ® and Sensodyne Clinical White.

Highlights of the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival:

Night one- Friday, September 18:

• Country legend Kenny Chesney opened up night one of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with an iconic set that included “Beer In Mexico,” “Summertime,” “I Go Back,” “Don’t Happen Twice,” and more.
• Weezer got the energy up with their hits “Beverly Hills,” “Pork And Beans,” “Undone – The Sweater Song,” “Island In The Sun,” “Say It Ain't So,” “Buddy Holly” and more.
• Goo Goo Dolls had the crowd singing along to “Slide,” “Black Balloon,” “Iris” and more.
• Cardi B got the crowd dancing to her hits “I Like It,” “WAP,” “Finesse,” “Bodak Yellow” and many more.
• Zara Larsson stunned with her performance of “Midnight Sun,” “Blue Moon,” “Pretty Ugly,” “Lush Life,” and more.
• The crowd erupted with excitement when BTS took the stage to close out night one of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with their set thoughtfully curated by the band including their hits “SWIM,” “2.0,” “MIC Drop,” and “FYA.”

Night two- Saturday, September 19:

• Benson Boone opened up the second night of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with his iconic backflips and fan favorites “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else,” “Electric Blue,” “Slow it Down,” “Beautiful Things,” and more.
• LE SSERAFIM took the iHeartRadio Festival stage for the first time performing “Made My Night,” “BOOMPALA,” “SPAGHETTI,” “CRAZY,” and more.
• Muse kept the energy up with “Cryogen,” “Supermassive Blackhole,” “Be With You,”
  “Starlight,” and more. 
• Stella Lefty had the crowd singing along to her viral it “Boston.”
• Smashing Pumpkins delivered a legendary set of “1979,” “Bullet with Butterfly Wings,” “Today,” “Edin,” and more.
• Lainey Wilson gave an electrifying performance of “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” “Phone, Keys, Wallet,” “4x4xU,” and “Heart Like A Truck.” She also surprised the crowd with a special tribute to Dolly Parton singing “9 to 5.”
• Ciara had the crowd moving to her iconic set featuring “GET UP,” “GOODIES,” “LIKE A BOY,” “1,2 STEP,” and “LEVEL UP.”
• Major Lazer kept the energy up with their set featuring “Lean On,” “RoTATe,” and more.
• Snoop Dogg closed out the last night of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with a legendary performance of his classics including classics like “Nothin' But A 'G' Thang,” “Gin and Juice,” “Drop It Like It's Hot,” “California Gurls,” and more. Snoop also surprised the crowd bringing out Wiz Khalifa to perform “See You Again” and “Young, Wild and Free.”

The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival also featured celebrity appearances including Ashlee Keating, Bobby Bones, Britt Stewart, Danielle Fishel, DJ Envy, Charlamagne tha God and Jess Hilarious of The Breakfast Club, Donny Osmond, Jenna Dewan, Jasmine Yen, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Lainey Wilson, Lele Pons, Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez, Megan Lawless, Raven-Symoné and Miranda Maday, Taylor Hanson, Val Chmerkovskiy and Woody of iHeartRadio’s The Woody Show.

Each night, the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One was broadcast live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. Disney+ and Hulu livestreamed all of the performances, giving subscribers exclusive front-row access from the comfort of their homes. A special including highlights from the event will be available to stream on both platforms beginning October 1.

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner Capital One, Audible, Booking.com, Burlington, FLRT Energy, FIJI, Hyundai, KHLOÉ KARDASHIAN FRAGRANCES, LG, LifeLock, M&M's ®, MGM, OREO, Sensodyne Clinical White and Une Femme Wines.

The iHeartRadio Music Festival will be executive produced by John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Bart Peters from iHeartMedia and Diversified Production Services (DPS). iHeartMedia will also executive produce the live stream and VOD special on Hulu.

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

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The 2026 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event will broadcast across iHeartRadio Latin stations nationwide

WHAT: iHeartMedia announced today that Anuel AA will join the lineup for 2026 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina, celebrating the power of Latin music with a star-studded slate of performances at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida on Saturday, October 17. 

WHO: Hosted by Enrique Santos, president of iHeartLatino and iHeartRadio personality, the 2026 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event will feature performances by Anuel AA, Myke Towers, Farruko, Manuel Turizo, Eladio Carrión, FloyyMenor, Greeicy, Alleh and Rey Tony Y Helabusador “Los Titis.” This year’s event will also honor Lin-Manuel Miranda with the 2026 iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award.

WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026

WHERE: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132)

MORE: Tickets are available now at TicketMaster.com

iHeartMedia’s Spanish Contemporary Hits, Tropical, Regional Mexican, Tejano and Spanish Adult Hits radio stations will broadcast the event live in markets across the country and on the iHeartRadio app. Additionally, the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina will broadcast across iHeartRadio digital stations including Beso, El Patron, Salsa Bembe, Rumba, Reggaeton Vieja Escuela, La Preciosa, Tejano Radio, La Mezcla Fuego con Dj Xtreme, Latino Top 20, Tropical Top 20 and Regional Mexican Top 20.

Proud partners of this year’s event include Audible and Goya Foods with more to be announced.

For more information, visit iHeartRadio.com/fiesta.

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

Catalogue Expanding to include fan favorites Hey Jonas!, Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb, Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio, and Solved with Mark Manson, from hosting providers Flightcast, Triton Digital’s Omny, and Megaphone, and publishers including iHeartMedia, SiriusXM, Spotify

Video podcasts are now available to customers in the US, Canada, UK, Mexico, Brazil and Japan 
across all subscription tiers

SEATTLE, WA—September 16, 2026—Today, Amazon Music announced new partnerships with several leading podcast hosting providers and publishers to grow its catalog of video podcasts. Amazon Music customers can now access shows hosted on ART19, Triton Digital’s Omny Studio and Flightcast, with additional hosting providers SiriusXM (inclusive of SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz and Simplecast), Megaphone, and Libsyn expected in the following months. These new partnerships will give Amazon Music customers access to podcasts available on video and audio from publishers iHeartMedia, SiriusXM, Spotify, NBC Sports, and Headgum, including popular shows such as Hey Jonas!, Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb, Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio, and Solved with Mark Manson. Amazon Music is also expanding video podcasts beyond the US to customers in Canada, the UK, Mexico, Brazil, and Japan.

Amazon Music now supports monetization for video podcasts as well, allowing creators to dynamically insert video ads into their shows while maintaining their existing brand sponsorships and baked-in ads. Publishers and creators will retain full control over their hosting, ad inventory, and audience targeting.

"Industry data confirms what our customers have been telling us — they want the flexibility to watch their favorite podcasts, in addition to listening. As video podcast consumption continues to grow, Amazon Music is building a destination for all-audio entertainment. By working with leading podcast publishers, we're bringing the top video podcast shows to customers across the US, Canada, UK, Mexico, Brazil, and Japan — spanning true crime, breaking news, celebrity interviews, and more. Just as importantly, we've built this in a way that lets creators keep full ownership of their hosting, ad inventory, and audience monetization,” said Shea Simpson, Head of Spoken Word for Amazon Music.

"Our strategy is simple: make the world's best creators and content available wherever consumers choose to listen, watch and engage. As podcasting continues to evolve, video has become a complementary extension of the audio experience. As the industry's leading audio platform, iHeart is focused on creating new opportunities for our talent and helping them build deeper connections with fans. This collaboration with Amazon Music expands the reach of our creators and programming, helps grow the podcast ecosystem, and creates new ways for audiences to discover and engage with the content they love," said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia.

“Video is fundamentally changing how podcasts are created, distributed, and discovered, and our job at Flightcast is to give creators and publishers the infrastructure they need to take advantage of that shift. When Amazon Music reached out about the upcoming video capabilities, we knew our creators would want to be there on day one. And now, hundreds of them will be. Amazon Music’s commitment to giving creators greater control over their ad inventory and brand relationships, while helping them reach new audiences around the world, aligns closely with how we’ve built Flightcast. This partnership gives the creators and networks using our platform another powerful way to expand their reach, grow their businesses and meet audiences wherever they choose to watch or listen,” said Rox Codes, Co-Founder and CEO at Flightcast.

With an expanded slate of video podcasts now available on Amazon Music, customers can now download episodes for offline viewing, giving them the flexibility to watch their favorite podcasts anytime, anywhere. Customers can discover featured video podcast recommendations, search for “video podcasts” or browse shows to find video podcasts, and seamlessly toggle between video and audio formats directly in the app. Video podcasts are available on iOS and Android to Amazon Music customers across all subscription tiers. For more information, please visit https://music.amazon.com. 

About Amazon Music

Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that connects fans, artists, and creators through music, podcasts, and culture. Amazon Music brings fans closer to what they love, with curated and personalized playlists, artist livestreams, artist merch, and Amazon Exclusive podcasts. Prime members get access to over 100 million songs in shuffle mode, All-Access playlists, plus the largest catalog of top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership. Customers can subscribe to Amazon Music Unlimited for full, on-demand access to 100 million songs in HD, a growing catalog of Ultra HD and Spatial audio, and one audiobook a month from the world’s largest selection of audiobooks from Audible. Anyone can listen to Amazon Music by downloading the free Amazon Music app, or wherever they listen to music, including Alexa-enabled devices. Learn more at amazon.com/music.

In the new weekly podcast, host and baseball superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. will sit down with friends, family and superstars to tell their stories of greatness

WHAT: My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, and Rimas Sports, a premier sports management and brand partnerships agency, today announced the launch of “La Bestia with Ronald Acuña Jr.,” a new Spanish-language podcast offering fans an unprecedented look into the life, career, and mindset of one of baseball’s biggest stars.

Hosted by MLB superstar and 2025 Comeback Player of the Year, Ronald Acuña Jr. will sit down with friends, family and real life heroes to dive into the heart of Latino identity: familia, hustle, music, pressure, pride and the mindset it takes to become “La Bestia” in your own life. From childhood dreams and family dynamics to early failures and make-or-break moments, each episode will dive deep into the origin story of greatness. 

“La Bestia with Ronald Acuña Jr.” is the first show from a new partnership with Rimas Sports in which the Puerto Rican sports agency will co-produce original podcasts and content with iHeartMedia’s My Cultura network. Rimas Sports and iHeartMedia are both committed to building and celebrating the next generation of Latino voices. 

In the first episode, Acuña is joined by his dad. Throughout the series listeners can also expect to hear from rapper and singer Guaynaa; professional baseball players Luisangel Acuña, Gleyber Torres, Maikel Garcia and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.; internet personality Marko Terzo; mentalist Michel Gallero; and more as the Rookie of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year and celebrated hype man for Team Venezuela kicks off his show. 

WHEN: The first episode is available today, September 16, 2026 with new episodes releasing weekly on Wednesdays. Fans can listen to the first episode now here.

WHERE: “La Bestia with Ronald Acuña Jr.'' is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Full video episodes will also be available on iHeart and YouTube.

About Rimas Sports

Co-founded by global superstar Bad Bunny and Rimas Entertainment executives, Rimas Sports is a next-generation agency redefining the intersection of sports, music, and Latino culture. Based in Puerto Rico and launched in 2023, the agency represents over 60 elite athletes, including MLB stars Fernando Tatis Jr. and Ronald Acuña Jr., padel world No. 1 Agustín Tapia, and 2025 WBO champion Xander Zayas. Rimas Sports blends talent management, brand strategy, and creative content to drive both professional success and global cultural impact.

About My Cultura Podcast Network

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 “Suite 305 with Lele Pons,” “Bleep! with Ana Navarro,” “Latino USA,” “Against All Odds with Yris Palmer,” “Agushto Papá,” “How Hard Can It Be? with Diana Maria Riva,” “No Safe Words with October and Tony Gonzalez,” “Soul Searching with Chiquis,” Wilmer Valderrama’s “Dos Amigos,” “Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón,” "Magical Rewind,” “Tengo Testimonio with Jorge Lozano,” “Radio Ambulante," “Enrique Santos Podcast,” and many more. All My Cultura shows are distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listeners can find the full catalog of My Cultura podcasts here.

Six-Episode Series Hosted by Music Icon Nile Rodgers Explores the Defining Moments That Changed the Careers of Music’s Biggest Artists

Alex Warren, Miguel, John Legend, SIENNA SPIRO and Goo Goo Dolls Among the Star-Studded Guest Lineup

Listen to “Before The Moment with Nile Rodgers” now, HERE

NEW YORK – September 15, 2026 – Ruby, iHeartMedia’s branded studio dedicated to crafting meaningful, impactful and culturally relevant stories with partners, and Lincoln today announced the debut of the new podcast “Before The Moment with Nile Rodgers,” a Lincoln Original Series hosted by the award-winning legendary musician, songwriter and producer Nile Rodgers. The new series takes Rodgers on the road in a Lincoln Navigator® SUV for intimate conversations with some of music’s biggest names about the pivotal moments that changed the course of their lives and careers. The six-episode series debuts Tuesday, September 15, with new episodes released every other Tuesday.  Listen to the first episode now HERE.  

A lifetime spent making music is made up of individual moments — and no moment is more important than the one before everything changes. In each episode, Rodgers will sit down with an iconic artist to look back at a defining turning point, exploring what was happening just before everything changed and the people, choices and circumstances that helped shape what came next. Known for designing luxurious vehicles and cabins where drivers are able to pause, reflect, and reset, Lincoln collaborated with iHeartMedia to explore that same prelude in music. By highlighting the threshold moments before an artist's career changes forever, Lincoln champions the focused preparation required to achieve cultural breakthroughs.  

One of the most influential figures in music, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Chairman and inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame and multiple Grammy Award winner, Nile Rodgers brings his unique perspective to these conversations, drawing on more than five decades of experience shaping the sound of generations through his work with The CHIC Organization and artists including Diana Ross, Madonna, David Bowie, Duran Duran, Daft Punk, Coldplay and Beyoncé.

The series kicks off on Tuesday, September 15 with Grammy Award-nominated, chart-topping Alex Warren, followed by Grammy Award-winning artist Miguel; EGOT-winning multiplatinum artist John Legend; critically acclaimed singer and songwriter SIENNA SPIRO; and Goo Goo Dolls, with additional guests to be announced.

​"There are thousands of great artists trying to find their way into the music business," said Nile Rodgers.  "This show proves that there are millions of ways to do it."

“Nile Rodgers has spent his remarkable career shaping music across generations,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “Together with Lincoln, we’ve created a series that pairs Nile’s incredible perspective and connection to artists with the kind of intimate, compelling storytelling we strive to create with Ruby Studios.”

“Before The Moment with Nile Rodgers, A Lincoln Original Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and premieres on September 15, with new episodes available every other Tuesday on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

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About Nile Rodgers

Nile Rodgers is one of music's most iconic and enduring forces — a multiple Grammy Award winner, songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, guitarist, and unparalleled musical innovator whose influence has stretched across generations and cultures. A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Nile's work stands as a masterclass in creative vision and enduring impact.

As co-founder of CHIC alongside legendary bassist Bernard Edwards, Nile helped build a musical vocabulary that didn't just top charts — it reshaped genres. Together they created "Le Freak," the biggest-selling single in Atlantic Records history, and "Good Times," which laid the very DNA for hip-hop itself, directly inspiring the Sugarhill Gang's "Rapper's Delight" — the biggest-selling 12-inch single in recorded music history. Through The CHIC Organization, Nile and Bernard cemented their legacy with timeless anthems: "We Are Family" for Sister Sledge and "I'm Coming Out" for Diana Ross — songs that have never left the cultural conversation.

Nile's productions and collaborations — including David Bowie's Let's Dance, Madonna's Like A Virgin, Duran Duran's Notorious, and Daft Punk's Random Access Memories — have sold over 500+ million albums and 75+ million singles worldwide. He made history as the first creator to receive a Lifetime Achievement Grammy and a competitive Grammy in the same year, earning Best R&B Song for his contribution to Beyoncé's "Cuff It." He also brought his storytelling to the airwaves as host of the award-winning Apple Music podcast Deep Hidden Meaning, offering listeners a rare inside look at the craft and philosophy behind some of music's most beloved songs. He served as the inaugural Chief Creative Advisor for Abbey Road Studios and currently chairs the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

About Lincoln

Lincoln is the luxury automotive brand of Ford Motor Company, committed to creating compelling vehicles with an exceptional ownership experience to match. For more information about Lincoln, please visit media.lincoln.com or www.lincoln.com.    

Premiering September 22, the unlikely duo bring their unfiltered takes to dating, relationships, beauty, reinvention and the chaos of modern womanhood

Official trailer available HERE

NEW YORK – September 15, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced the launch of “Don’t Lie To Me,” a new weekly video pop culture podcast series hosted by Lexi Ioannou, founder and creative director of the shoe brand nou, and Lisa DiGiulio, beauty expert and entrepreneur. The series will premiere on September 22, with new episodes releasing every Tuesday. The official “Don’t Lie To Me” trailer is available now, HERE.

In this weekly series, Lexi and Lisa pull back the curtain on the shared chaos of womanhood, dating, family, beauty, and wellness. Despite being in completely different chapters, these unlikely best friends have far more in common than their age gap suggests – and just as much to debate. Lexi, thirty and running her own footwear brand, grew up on camera as the daughter of Dina from The Real Housewives of New Jersey and now navigates adulthood with equal parts ambition and sharp humor. Meanwhile Lisa, fifty-something, glamorous, and gloriously unfiltered, has lived through it all with the hot takes to prove it. Raw, funny, and unapologetically honest, every episode feels like a call you are having with your best friend.

“We are in completely different chapters of life, but somehow the chaos is always the same,” said Lexi Ioannou and Lisa DiGiulio. “‘Don’t Lie To Me’ is where we get to compare notes, question each other’s choices and laugh about all the things we’ve survived or are still figuring out. Nothing is too personal, too ridiculous or too honest, and that’s exactly how we like it.”

“What makes Lexi and Lisa such a compelling duo is the honesty and humor they bring to different phases of life,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “They have a natural chemistry and a point of view that will resonate with audiences across generations. We’re excited to bring their candid conversations to the iHeartPodcasts family.”

“Don’t Lie To Me” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard on September 22. Video episodes will also be available on iHeart and YouTube. 

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ABOUT LEXI IOANNOU

Founder and creative director of nou, a cult-favorite footwear brand known for its specialty shoes, Lexi Ioannou has spent her life navigating the spotlight on her own terms. From growing up in front of the camera on The Real Housewives of New Jersey alongside her mother, Dina, to building a thriving footwear brand from the ground up, she has mastered the art of evolution. Known online as bohochicken, Lexi brings sharp humor, design obsession, and unfiltered honesty to the mic—exploring everything from the chaos of modern womanhood to entrepreneurship. Equal parts ambitious and relatable, she is the show’s voice of millennial transparency, proving you can curate a beautiful life while still figuring it all out as you go.

ABOUT LISA DIGIULIO  

Lisa brings the voice of experience and the sharp wit that comes with it. Originally from Boston and now based in Los Angeles, she’s a sought-after lash and brow artist known for her attention to detail and therapeutic style appointments. Prior to that, Lisa spent years as a hairstylist and wife, until a divorce forced her to rebuild from scratch. With zero experience, she found her way into the fashion industry, proving that reinvention isn’t just possible, it’s powerful. Equal parts glamorous and grounded, Lisa is the show’s resident truth-teller. A woman who’s lived it, learned it, and can make you laugh about it. Her take on everything from dating and beauty to self-preservation bridges generations while reminding listeners that confidence and chaos can absolutely coexist.

The event will be broadcast on iHeartCountry stations and stream live on iHeartCountry’s YouTube channel at 7 p.m. PT

WHAT: The iHeartCountry Album Release Party with Riley Green will take place at the iHeartRadio Los Angeles Theater, be broadcast on iHeartCountry stations and will stream live on iHeartCountry’s YouTube channel on September 23 at 7 p.m. PT.

WHO: In celebration of Riley Green’s new album That’s Just Me, released on September 18, the event will feature a special interview with Riley Green hosted by iHeartCountry personality Anne Hudson and a special performance by Riley Green.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m. PT

WHERE: The event will broadcast on iHeartCountry stations nationwide, iHeartCountry digital station and will stream live on iHeartCountry’s YouTube channel. Additionally, the event will be broadcast on select iHeartCountry Canada, iHeartCountry Australia and iHeartCountry New Zealand stations.  

MORE: Fans can tune-in to iHeartRadio Los Angeles stations 104.3 MYFM, KOST 103.5, KFI AM640, and KLAC AM 570 for a chance to attend the show.

Support for the iHeartCountry Album Release Party with Riley Green furnished by Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment.

NEW YORK – September 10, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced “Whatever It Takes with Carli Lloyd and Jenny Taft,” hosted by longtime friends and broadcast partners Carli Lloyd, iconic two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, and Jenny Taft, one of sports television’s premier sideline reporters and studio hosts. The weekly sports and culture show will join the iHeart Soccer Network today, with new episodes available on Thursdays. Fans can hear the first episode now, here.

Each week hosts Carli Lloyd and Jenny Taft will sit down on “Whatever It Takes,” a series where two friends who have been, and continue to be, at the top of their games, will discuss the week in sports, family and the ever-evolving definition of greatness. Becoming champions and top-tier sports broadcasters doesn't come easy and balancing that with motherhood and partnership is a masterclass in resilience. 

"Jenny and I have developed a great friendship over the years, and I’m thrilled to team up with her and iHeartPodcasts on this new venture,” said Lloyd. "‘Whatever It Takes’ is a space where we can share our experiences, learn from incredible guests and talk openly about the challenges and triumphs that come with pursuing your goals both on and off the field."

“I first crossed paths with Carli Lloyd while covering the 2015 Women’s World Cup,” said Taft. “From the very beginning, I was struck by the way she carried herself both on and off the pitch; her relentless work ethic and unwavering commitment to greatness remain deeply inspiring. Over the past few years, it has been an absolute privilege to transition from covering Carli’s career to calling her a friend and fellow colleague. It has been equally special to watch her embrace motherhood and navigate this exciting new chapter. Now, we are thrilled to team up with iHeartPodcasts and share our stories—tackling everything from the beautiful game to the realities of being working moms. Ultimately, we are all just trying to figure out how to do whatever it takes to juggle it all, and we cannot wait for everyone to join us on this incredible ride.”

In their premiere episode, Carli Lloyd and Jenny Taft will share the story behind the creation of the podcast, reflect on World Cups past and present, and open-up about balancing career, family and motherhood. It will be an open and authentic conversation about chasing dreams, shifting into new phases of life and what it truly means to do whatever it takes. Throughout the series, the hosts will also welcome special guests including former soccer players and sports analysts Stu Holden and Alexi Lalas to weigh in on all things life and sports.

“Carli and Jenny are legends in their respective fields, but what makes them truly special is that they are also bold, relatable voices people genuinely want to hear from,” said Leo Gomez, head of the iHeart Soccer Network. “We’re thrilled they’re stepping into this new chapter with iHeart and bringing audiences beyond the headlines and highlight reels. Get ready to be inspired by their professional journeys, their personal stories and the remarkable guests joining them along the way. This is the kind of honest, energizing and deeply human show we all need right now.”

“Whatever It Takes with Carli Lloyd and Jenny Taft” is part of the iHeart Soccer network and is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. It is available now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Video episodes will be available on iHeart and YouTube.

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About Carli Lloyd

Carli Lloyd is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, two-time World Cup champion, studio analyst, and New York Times bestselling author. One of the most decorated players in U.S. soccer history, she earned FIFA World Player of the Year honors twice and played 17 years with the USWNT, becoming the team’s all-time leading Olympic scorer and the first player ever to record a hat trick in a Women’s World Cup Final. She appeared in more World Cup and Olympic matches than any American player, finishing her career with 134 goals in 316 caps and earning induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2025. 

About Jenny Taft

Jenny Taft is a FOX Sports broadcaster and former collegiate athlete, best known as the lead reporter for the network’s top college football games on BIG NOON SATURDAY and FIFA World Cup coverage on FOX. She’s covered 6 World Cups major events including the FIFA Women’s World Cup (2019, 2023), the 2018, 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups, and the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Taft began her career with FOX Sports North in her native Minnesota before joining FS1 at its launch, quickly rising from update anchor to field reporter and studio host. A standout lacrosse player at Boston University, she brings her athletic background and versatility to every assignment. Taft lives in Boston with her husband, Olympian Matt Gilroy and daughter Gigi.