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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.

The weekly series, premiering September 11, breaks down the biggest moments across soccer and football through the lens of two active pros

NEW YORK – September 8, 2026 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced “Big Kick Energy with Cameron Dicker and Timothy Tillman,” a new weekly sports podcast hosted by Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker, who holds the highest career field-goal percentage in NFL history, and Los Angeles Football Club midfielder Timothy Tillman. The series will premiere Friday, September 11, with new episodes available every Friday on the iHeartRadio app and wherever podcasts are heard.

Built for fans who love all forms of football, the podcast brings together two professional athletes from opposite sides of the sports world for candid conversations and expert analysis spanning soccer, football and the culture surrounding both. From the pressure of a game-winning field goal to the tension of a penalty kick, Dicker and Tillman will break down the technique, mentality and moments that can decide a match in seconds.

“I am so excited about the launch of ‘Big Kick Energy’. Soccer was the first sport I fell in love with growing up, and ultimately it’s what led me to kicking and my career in the NFL,” said Dicker. “This podcast gives me the opportunity to come full circle and share my true passion for the game of soccer, while hopefully giving something back to the sport that has given me so much. I’m excited to blend my love for soccer and football in one place, share some fun stories, and have conversations with great guests from across the game. What better way to grow your fandom than to learn not only how the game works, but more importantly, about the people who make it what it is.”

With access and perspective shaped by their careers at the highest levels of their respective sports, Dicker and Tillman will take listeners beyond the highlights each week. The duo will react to the biggest storylines across the global game, unpack what fans may miss from the stands and bring listeners inside the experiences of professional athletes, all through the perspective of two lifelong fans who simply love talking ball.

"For me, soccer has always been about more than just what happens on the field,” said Tillman. “It’s brought me so many great experiences, friendships, and memories, and has taught me a lot about teamwork, discipline, resilience, and being part of something bigger. But most importantly, soccer should be fun. That’s what we want to bring to this podcast. Good vibes, real conversations, great guests, and a love for the game, while making soccer more accessible and fun for everyone."

Dicker, the most accurate kicker in NFL history, brings a rare perspective to the show. Raised in Shanghai, China, where he developed a lifelong love of soccer, Dicker went on to become one of the NFL’s premier specialists. Now with the Los Angeles Chargers, his understanding of kicking mechanics and performing under pressure gives him a unique lens on the defining moments of both sports. Away from the field, he remains an avid soccer supporter who has spent years following the game from the stands.

Tillman brings the perspective of a player shaped by soccer on two continents. After developing in Germany’s elite youth system, including time with Bayern Munich, he built his professional career in Germany before joining the Los Angeles Football Club in Major League Soccer. As a midfielder, Tillman brings first-hand insight from inside the locker room, on the training ground and under the stadium lights, pairing technical analysis with the perspective of someone who grew up as a fan before becoming a professional.

"We’re not just making a sports show, we’re blowing the doors off what a sports show can be,” said Leo Gomez, Head of the iHeart Soccer Network. “Two iconic young voices. Two leagues. Two massive fanbases. One stage, coming together to celebrate soccer. That only happens because soccer culture is getting bigger, louder, and more undeniable every day. This show isn’t just part of that growth... it’s the receipt" 

“Big Kick Energy with Cameron Dicker and Timothy Tillman” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard on September 11.

The iHeartPodcast Celebrates Almost 700 Episodes Cementing Bones as One of the Top Personalities in Entertainment, The BobbyCast Recently Joined Netflix’s Global Slate in Partnership with iHeartMedia

NASHVILLE, TN (September 3, 2026) — Ten years and almost 700 episodes, Bobby Bones has turned a microphone and an insatiable curiosity into a global media franchise. This month, iHeartPodcast Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of genuine and surprising conversations with the biggest stars in music, entertainment, sports and culture. 

What started as a place for Bobby to have more intimate and in-depth discussions with those he admired has grown into a podcast juggernaut with a worldwide platform, garnering over 92 million monthly social media impressions and 5.4 million social media followers. 

In January, The BobbyCast became the first Nashville-based podcast to debut on Netflix, as part of the streamer’s inaugural deal with iHeartMedia, bringing Bobby to a global audience. 

“The BobbyCast started as an opportunity to have real, candid conversations with people I was curious to learn more about,” said Bobby Bones. “Ten years later, I’m still curious, and I’m incredibly grateful that people continue to want to confide in me.”

The force behind The Bobby Bones Show, America’s #1 country morning show, and the popular Country Top 30 with Bobby Bones weekend show, which reach more than 10M listeners monthly across more than 200 stations nationwide, Bobby was an early believer in the power of podcasting, launching The BobbyCast long before podcasts became a central part of the celebrity ecosystem. 

A prolific award winner, 2x New York Times best-selling author, stand-up comedian, chart-topping recording artist, philanthropist, Dancing with the Stars’ winner and the youngest-ever inductee into the National Radio Hall of Fame, Bobby has built a reach that spans syndicated radio, podcasting, social platforms and global streaming, making him one of today’s most dynamic and successful personalities in entertainment. 

“For the past 10 years, 'The BobbyCast' has earned a reputation as one of podcasting’s most respected interview shows. Bobby’s curiosity and ability to create genuine conversations make the podcast a favorite among listeners and guests, and we’re proud to celebrate this milestone with him," said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. 

Additionally, Bobby’s podcast network in partnership with iHeartMedia (Nashville Podcast Network) includes series like 25 Whistles with Bobby Bones (A Football Podcast), Battleground Podcast, Feeling Things with Amy & Kat, Get Real with Caroline Hobby, In The Vet's Office with Dr. Josie Horchak, Movie Mike's Movie Podcast, Sore Losers, The Upload with Brooke Taylor and more.

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About Bobby Bones
Bobby Bones “has carved out a place for himself in nearly every corner of the entertainment world” (American Profile). A magnetic, multi-hyphenate, Bones is the force behind America’s #1 Country morning show The Bobby Bones Show and the popular Country Top 30 with Bobby Bones weekend show on iHeartRadio, which reach more than 10 million listeners monthly across 200 stations nationwide. The award-winning show is a four-time CMA Award and four-time ACM Award winner and earned Bones the distinction of becoming the youngest-ever inductee into the prestigious National Radio Hall of Fame. The “media multitasker” (Billboard) has also emerged as an early force in podcasting with his podcast, Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast. In January 2026, The BobbyCast became the first Nashville-based podcast to debut on Netflix, bringing Bones’ candid, revealing long-form conversations with top artists, actors, athletes and industry heavyweights to a global audience. Beyond radio and podcasting, Bones is a two-time #1 New York Times bestselling author and winner of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. For more information, visit BobbyBones.com.

Stamos reveals the Full House memorabilia he kept, talks about his true crime obsession and shares the dark role he wants to play next

Listeners can hear the 300th episode now HERE

WHAT: Exactly Right Media (ERM) and iHeartPodcasts celebrate the milestone 300th episode of “That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast,” which has surpassed more than 22 million lifetime downloads. In the episode, hosts Liza Treyger and Kara Klenk revisit “Bang” (Season 12, Episode 22) with the episode’s guest star, John Stamos. 

In the wide-ranging conversation, Treyger and Klenk get Stamos talking about everything from his memorable role on SVU to his decades-long history performing with the Beach Boys. Stamos also reveals the Full House memorabilia he’s held onto—including the iconic Tanner family couch.

Treyger and Klenk also dig into Stamos’ real-life fascination with true crime and his interest in taking on darker characters—sharing the role he’d like to tackle next: “I want to play a cult leader.” Stamos also tells the hosts that he has acquired the rights to a Dateline story for a project currently in development.

WHO: Hosted by comedians Liza Treyger and Kara Klenk, “That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast” breaks down episodes of NBC’s “Law & Order: SVU” each week, taking listeners inside the true crimes that inspired the series and featuring candid conversations about pop culture, entertainment, television and more. Past guests have included SVU cast members Kelli Giddish, Danny Pino, Dann Florek and BD Wong, helping make the podcast a destination for SVU and true crime fans.

“That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast” is part of the Exactly Right Media Podcast Network, with iHeartMedia serving as the exclusive sales, marketing and distribution partner for ERM’s full slate of premium podcasts.

WHEN: The 300th episode will be released September 1, 2026, with new episodes releasing weekly on Tuesdays.

WHERE: “That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio App and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listen now HERE.

About Exactly Right Media

The Exactly Right podcast network provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. Created by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, hosts of the hit podcast My Favorite Murder, the Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics and voices, serving the highly engaged listenership.

An immersive experience outside of T-Mobile Arena with rooms inspired by artists at this year’s festival main stage including BTS, Cardi B, Kenny Chesney and Zara Larsson 

Featuring a pre-show performance by Stella Lefty and post-show performance by Major Lazer on Saturday, Sept. 19 at iHeartRadio House of Music Powered by Hyundai

New York, N.Y. – August 27, 2026– iHeartMedia today announced the return of the House of Music presented by Hyundai, 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 are invited to make themselves at home as they explore 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 18 and 19 outside T-Mobile Arena from 4 p.m. - 1 a.m. PT. Additionally, before the festival main stage show begins on Saturday, September 19, Stella Lefty takes the House of Music stage for a pre-show performance and Major Lazer will close out the night on Saturday with a post-show performance at the iHeartRadio House of Music Powered by Hyundai.

Guests can explore rooms inspired by artists including:

• The BTS room is inspired by their hit “SWIM,” featured on their latest album, ARIRANG. The room features an interactive “pool,” where visitors can play and dive right into the world of “SWIM.”
• Fans are invited to step into Cardi B’s world inspired by her Little Miss Drama Tour. Showcasing iconic fashion moments and creative elements from her live performances, the activation invites fans into Cardi B’s mind, exploring her vision, artistry and dynamic energy.
• In Kenny Chesney’s room fans can explore the essence of Silver Sands Marina, which inspired his new music video and is the title track of his upcoming album. Set in a local lake-inspired environment, guests can create a personalized postcard and enter for a chance to see Kenny at a stadium show next summer. 

• Inspired by Zara Larsson’s Midnight Sun and Midnight Sun: Girls Trip, her room transports fans into a vibrant Swedish summer-inspired setting. Through playful visuals, curated fashion moments and interactive elements, fans can explore Zara’s creativity and style and stop by the Girls Trip Gas Station to collect a special takeaway.

  Guests will get the chance to experience their favorite brands in new ways and walk away with prizes and limited-edition swag. Brands activating at House of Music include presenting partner Hyundai, Audible, Burlington, Capital One, KHLOE KARDASHIAN FRAGRANCES, LG, M&M's ® and Sensodyne Clinical White, with more to be announced.

“Our iHeartRadio House of Music offers a one-of-a-kind immersive experience that brings fans closer to their favorite artists performing at the festival,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia, and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “Inspired by the artists themselves, these exclusive experiences create deeper connections between fans and the music they love.”

For more details about the iHeartRadio House of Music Presented by Hyundai visit iHeartRadio.com/houseofmusic.

This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, will feature performances 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. 

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

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

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner Capital One, Audible, Burlington, Hyundai, KHLOE KARDASHIAN FRAGRANCES, LG, M&M's ®, the OREO brand, Sensodyne Clinical White and Une Femme Wines with more to be announced.

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

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

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

In the new weekly podcast premiering September 1, October and Tony Gonzalez take listeners behind closed doors as they bring on other couples in the public eye for honest conversations on navigating real-life relationship struggles, laughing through the chaos, and making love last

NEW YORK — August 25, 2026 — My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, and SMAC Productions today announced “No Safe Words with October and Tony Gonzalez,” a new weekly podcast premiering September 1 that will peel back the realities of long-term relationships through honest, unfiltered conversations with high-profile and celebrity couples. Fans can hear the official audio trailer now here.

Married for more than 20 years, television host, and TV personality October Gonzalez and her husband, Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez, know firsthand that a great relationship isn't born – it's built. From managing a dynamic blended family to balancing life in the media, they bring decades of real-world experience to "No Safe Words." Together with their guests, Tony and October deliver an unfiltered look at modern marriage, giving listeners a real look into the messy and beautiful work of staying connected.

“Relationships aren’t something you just get lucky with; they’re actively built through constant hard work every single day with your partner, across all areas,” said Tony and October Gonzalez. “In our time together, we’ve seen it all—big life transitions, having kids and combining families, weathering media attention, and more. A lot of couples don’t talk about these things because they’re afraid, but we’ve learned that being completely honest with each other actually makes things so much easier. We don’t have all the answers, though, and we’re still learning new things about communication every day. We’re looking forward to learning right alongside our listeners about different ways we can communicate deeper and grow together no matter what stage we’re at.”

Part memoir, part comedy and part relationship revolution, "No Safe Words" will create space for authentic conversations about love, conflict, communication, parenting and evolving together through life's different seasons. 

“October and Tony are legends in their own worlds, and the relationship they’ve built resonates because it’s rooted in honesty, growth and authenticity,” said Leo Gomez, Head of iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network. “Bringing them together to share personal stories and candid conversations about love, marriage and family creates something truly rare—and potentially as iconic as the two of them. With ‘No Safe Words,’ listeners will get access to a side of their lives that is seldom shared publicly. We’re proud to welcome them to My Cultura and continue expanding our slate with voices that reflect the depth, influence and diversity of our community.”

iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network launched May 2021 in collaboration with Enrique Santos, iHeartMedia’s top-rated on-air personality and President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino, and has since welcomed actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama along with Eva Longoria and her studio Hyphenate Media Group as stakeholders. Since launch, the network has seen steady listener growth and has become home to more than 60 podcasts including hit series “Chiquis and Chill,” “The Moment with Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos,” “Bleep! with Ana Navarro,” “Against All Odds with Yris Palmer,” “More Better with Stephanie & Melissa,” “Princess of South Beach,'' “Sacred Scandal,” “Radio Ambulante,” “Magical Rewind,” “Agushto Papá,” “Enrique Santos Podcast,” “Suite 305 with Lele Pons,” “Dos Amigos with Wilmer Valderrama,” “Latino USA,” and many more. All My Cultura shows are distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listeners can find the full catalog of My Cultura podcasts here.

The first episode of “No Safe Words” will premiere September 1, with new episodes released weekly on Tuesdays. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

About SMAC Productions

SMAC Productions is the premium content division of SMAC Entertainment, founded by Constance Schwartz-Morini and Michael Strahan, producing scripted and non-scripted television, film, audio and branded content for a wide range of networks and distributors, including HBO, Prime Video, Showtime, BET, ABC, ESPN, E!, NBCUniversal, DIRECTV, NFL Network, Nickelodeon, Roku, Audible, VICE and Turner. Recent credits include two Sports Emmy-nominated docuseries for Prime Video, Evolution of the Black Quarterback and the third season of Deion Sanders’ Coach Prime, the critically acclaimed documentary BS High (HBO Max), The Coach Vick Experience (BET), The Future Is Flag (Prime Video), It’s In the Game: Madden NFL (Prime Video), Black Comedy in America (VICE), and the feature film The Underdoggs (MGM). Other credits include $100,000 Pyramid (ABC), More Than an Athlete (ESPN), The Cost of Winning (HBO), Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood (E!), Play it Forward (Showtime), The Cupcake Guys (Roku), and Snoop Dogg Presents The Joker’s Wild (TNT). Upcoming projects include a three-part docuseries on Deion Sanders (Netflix); a new podcast network, The Intersection, in partnership with AMP Media; the highly anticipated movie Madden (Prime Video/MGM), starring Nicolas Cage, Christian Bale, and Shane Gillis; and a content slate with Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s Boardroom. For more information, visit www.smac-ent.com.