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The two-year deal includes the development of four podcasts – the debut series tells the inside story of the first Moon landing and what happened to the men who made history

NEW YORK – August 5, 2024 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced it has joined forces with Thoroughbred Studios, a joint venture from entertainment industry giants Jeff Bewkes (previously Chairman/CEO of Time Warner), Sir Howard Stringer (previously Chairman/CEO of Sony Corporation) and television veteran Jeremy Fox, to develop a new podcast slate that will delve into some of the biggest stories on what really happened in this American century. 

“There is always a lot of interest in historical dramas, especially when paired with real talent and big name writers,” said Bewkes. “I’m impressed with what iHeart has done in the industry, the podcast platform they have built and their vast listener reach. I’m confident we have a shared vision for our slate and look forward to its successful launch.”

As part of the deal, the companies will co-produce a minimum of four podcasts over the next two years. The first show will debut early 2025 and will recount the often overlooked gritty realities of the renowned astronauts that made it to the moon. Additional podcasts to join the slate will draw from hidden truths behind historical U.S. events over the last century, including the Vietnam War. More details on the full slate of podcasts will be announced at a later date.

"Partnering with the right people is key when developing captivating new storylines,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “We're thrilled to have the deep media expertise and proven creative success that Jeff, Sir Howard and Jeremy bring to Thoroughbred Studios and this amazing show slate. iHeartPodcasts is committed to telling the kinds of stories that resonate with listeners and push beyond our perceptions of what we think we know — this partnership will do just that.”

All shows in the slate will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

Fans Can Tune-in to the iHeartCountry Album Release Party with Thomas Rhett Featuring an Exclusive Performance and Q&A Airing Across iHeartCountry Stations on August 23

NEW YORK- August 2, 2024- During a special iHeartCountry Preview Party hosted by iHeartCountry personality Wayne D, Thomas Rhett’s new album About A Woman in Nashville at the Analog at the Hutton Hotel, fans were surprised by an in person appearance by Thomas Rhett and an unexpected performance and Q&A session with iHeartCountry personality Bobby Bones, weeks before his new album’s official release date.

Set for release August 23 via Valory Music Co., About A Woman’s tempos were kept high and the melodies tight, and while organic country makes up the foundation, layers of retro ‘80s sounds and thumping beats span the album’s fourteen anthemic instant classics. Primarily co-written by Thomas Rhett, his upcoming seventh album proves that his songwriting prowess is just as powerful as the stadium-rocking charisma that has cemented him as one of country music’s most consistent-yet-dynamic modern superstars. 

To listen to this exclusive performance and Q&A session hosted by iHeartCountry personality Bobby Bones, fans can tune in to the “iHeartCountry Album Release Party with Thomas Rhett,” which will broadcast on iHeartCountry stations on August 23 at 7 p.m. local time in celebration of the release of the new album. 

Fans can tune-in to their local iHeartRadio stations for more information on preview parties and chances to win exclusive experiences from their favorite artists.

Thomas Rhett will also be performing at the iHeartRadio Music Festival Presented by Capital One, taking place in Las Vegas on September 20 and 21. Tickets are on sale now via AXS.com. For more information on the iHeartRadio Music Festival please visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

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About Thomas Rhett

Thomas Rhett’s seventh studio album ABOUT A WOMAN is set for release Aug. 23 via The Valory Music Co. and captures what he does best while going out on a creative limb. Because for artists like him, that’s where the thrill comes from. He penned 12 of the album’s 14 dynamic tracks, including already Top-30-bound lead single “Beautiful As You,” the feel-good “Gone Country” and newest single “Overdrive.” Pairing his laid-back perspective with a vocal drenched in casual country soul, Thomas Rhett has spent just over 10 years gathering 22 Number Ones, 16 billion streams and armfuls of awards–eight ACM Awards including 2020 Entertainer of the Year, two CMA Awards, five GRAMMY® Awards nominations, plus trophies from the CMT Music Awards, Billboard Awards and iHeartRadio Awards, in addition to being recognized with five CMA Triple Play awards for penning three No. One songs within a 12-month period, he’s never remained static. With both songwriting prowess and charisma, his career has been fueled by equal parts energy and emotion, to continually keep fans on their toes. It’s Thomas Rhett’s live show where he connects first-hand with fans in arenas, amphitheaters and stadiums all around the world and just announced a mini-residency in December at the BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas. He has also launched a tequila brand, Dos Primos, now offering Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo variants. For more information, visit ThomasRhett.com.

Hosted by Butter.ATL CEO Brandon Butler, the new podcast will feature a unique blend of Atlanta culture, business breakdowns and actionable success strategies

Listen To The First Episode Now

ATLANTA, GA - July 31, 2024 - Today, iHeartPodcasts and Butter.ATL, an Atlanta-based media company, announced the launch of "Butternomics: The Business of Culture Podcast,” a new series that will offer unique cultural business insights through an Atlanta lens. The first episode will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard beginning July 30.

Hosted by Brandon Butler, the founder and CEO of Butter.ATL,"Butternomics: The Business of Culture Podcast” will bring together creatives, business owners, entrepreneurs, designers, and more to share their insights and strategies, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to grow existing businesses or cultivate new, fresh ideas.

"Atlanta influences everything," says Butler, who has built and launched multiple seven-figure brands that use culture to create impactful and relevant businesses. "We believe that Atlanta's chief export is culture. While our podcast is based in Atlanta, it's not limited to this city. We're bringing in guests from all over the country—and potentially the world—who have built culture-focused businesses. Our goal is to provide our audience with the tools they need to learn and grow from the experiences of others who have done amazing things."

New episodes of "Butternomics: The Business of Culture Podcast” will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

"Butternomics: The Business of Culture Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts.
 

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About Butter.ATL

Butter.ATL is Atlanta's definitive culture channel and a sought-after stage for the city’s cultural icons. With over 130,000 followers across multiple platforms, brand sponsorships, and original programming that features ATL legends and culture makers. Butter.ATL's ownership group includes Grammy award-winning artists Big Boi of OutKast and Killer Mike. Butter is a 2020 Webby Award honoree, 3x Addy award winner, Shorty Award Winner, and Southeastern Emmy-nominated media company.

Premiering August 5, “Dream Sequence” will center around two estranged sisters, a machine that records dreams and the nightmare that brings them back together

The new podcast is the fourth scripted series in a previously announced slate of co-produced podcasts by iHeartMedia and Blumhouse Television

Listen to the trailer now HERE

NEW YORK— July 29, 2024 – Today, iHeartPodcasts, Blumhouse Television and Realm, an industry-leading podcast studio and one of the world's fastest-growing independent podcast networks, announced a new scripted horror podcast series, “Dream Sequence,” which will tell the story of two estranged sisters and the nightmare that brings them back together. The show will join an ongoing slate of co-produced podcasts by iHeartPodcasts and Blumhouse Television. New episodes will be available every Monday beginning August 5. Listeners can hear the official trailer now, here.

“Our slate of scripted shows with Blumhouse TV has captivated listeners and we’re excited to continue this journey with the introduction of ‘Dream Sequence,’” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “The new series will explore the realm of dreams and offer a chilling exploration of the darkest corners of the mind.”

“Dream Sequence” will tell the story of two sisters and the nightmare that brings them back together. Kay Craft hasn’t spoken to her sister Sadie since the tragedy that tore them apart seven years ago. But now Sadie’s resurfaced with her new invention, a machine that can record nightmares, and a new theory – that something’s alive within them. Whatever it is, Kay will have to confront it to survive.

“It has been a joy to extend our track record of producing high-quality and immersive content for partners while also contributing to Blumhouse's run of horror hits with iHeartMedia,” said Molly Barton, CEO and Co-Founder of Realm. “We’re excited to join them in introducing the world to Andrew’s visionary, horrifying new take on the dream dimension.”

“Dream Sequence” was created by Andrew Robinson. Executive producing for Realm are Molly Barton, John Brooks, Marci Wiseman, and Dave Beazley; Alex Williams and Trevor Young for iHeartPodcasts; Chris Dickie and Noah Feinberg for Blumhouse Television.

“Dream Sequence” will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.
 

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About Blumhouse

Blumhouse is the driving force in horror, producing over 200 movies and television series with theatrical grosses of almost $6 billion in global box office. Blumhouse is home to the highest number of ongoing franchises of any studio, including Halloween, The Purge, The Black Phone, Paranormal Activity, The Exorcist, Insidious, M3GAN, and Five Nights at Freddy's, along with iconic films from cinematic visionaries including Jordan Peele's Get Out, Damien Chazelle's Whiplash and Spike Lee's BlacKkKlansman. In January 2024, Blumhouse merged with James Wan’s Atomic Monster, which has produced its own successful film franchises including The Conjuring, Aquaman, Annabelle, The Nun and Saw.

In addition to film, Blumhouse produces provocative scripted and unscripted television series and documentaries, including the upcoming original series The Sticky, produced by Jamie Lee Curtis for Prime Video; The Bondsman, starring Kevin Bacon and from creator Grainger David and showrunner Erik Oleson, also for Prime Video; Worst Roommate Ever, and Worst Ex Ever for Netflix, which established Blumhouse Television’s first franchise, and The Jinx for HBO. The company also recently launched a games division.

Blumhouse was honored by Fast Company as one of its Most Innovative Companies in 2024 and one of its Brands That Matter in 2023. In addition, Jason Blum was named to the Annenberg Initiative’s first-ever Inclusion List as one of the Top Inclusive Producers from 2019-2022, with three films appearing on the list of Top 100 Most Inclusive Films. The company is investing in its brand development and connection with audiences through its consistent presence at Universal Studios’ annual Halloween Horror Nights, its first Halfway to Halloween Film Festival with AMC and its upcoming transformation of an exhibit space at the iconic Stanley Hotel from The Shining.

About Realm

Led by former book publishing executive Molly Barton, Realm is an industry-leading studio and global podcast network with over 10 million monthly downloads. Realm partners with top-tier talent and entertainment companies including Netflix, Warner Bros, DC, IGN, Blumhouse, AMC Networks, Marvel, iHeart and Spotify to develop, produce, distribute, and monetize immersive audio series that deeply engage audiences.

Realm has brought more top-charting fiction shows to audiences than any competitor with eight shows hitting #1 on Apple Podcasts. Realm’s podcasts have been nominated for and won numerous awards, including Audies, Ambies, Webbys, Signal Awards, and iHeart Podcast Awards. Realm Originals have been translated into 12 languages and eight Realm Originals are in development for Film/TV. The company recently expanded its footprint into the kids’ audio sector and unscripted fare with the acquisitions of two category leaders, Pinna and Lipstick & Vinyl, respectively.

Notable titles include the #1 Spotify podcast Harley Quinn & The Joker: Sound Mind starring Christina Ricci and Billy Magnussen, The Flash: Escape The Midnight Circus starring Max Greenfield, and fan favorites Outliers voiced By Rory Culkin, If I Go Missing The Witches Did It starring Oscar-Nominated Actress Gabourey Sidibe; Orphan Black: The Next Chapter and Power Trip starring Emmy-Winner Tatiana Maslany; Marigold Breach starring Jameela Jamil and Manny Jacinto; and Echo Park starring Harry Shum Jr. Follow Realm on Twitter and Instagram.

Launching today, the weekly iHeartPodcast is the latest series to join the company’s new Women’s Sports Audio Network

The first episode features interviews with Women’s Basketball All-Stars Angel Reese and Brittney Griner  

Listen Now HERE 

WHAT: Launching today from iHeartPodcasts is “In Case You Missed It,” a weekly series where WNBA insider Khristina Williams will break down the biggest stories in women’s basketball, bringing listeners the inside scoop on what’s trending around the leagues and sitting down for exclusive interviews with the biggest names in the women’s game. The podcast will join the company’s new Woman’s Sports Audio Network (WSAN).

The first episode will feature 2024 WNBA All-Star Angel Reese, six-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner and sports journalists Myles Ehrlich and Dexter Henry. 

WHEN: “In Case You Missed It” will premiere today, July 24, 2024, with new episodes weekly on Wednesdays. 

WHERE: “In Case You Missed It” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

SHOW PAGE: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-in-case-you-missed-it-wit-195963856/ 

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WHO: Khristina Williams, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, is a New York City based multimedia journalist, host, and digital creator. As a prominent voice in women’s basketball media, she utilizes her platform to bridge the gap between sports fans and athletes through delivering honest content and amplifying the voices of women through storytelling. Williams earned a degree in journalism at Hunter College, where she was recognized as an alum on its inaugural “40 Under 40” list in 2022 for her outstanding achievements in sports. In 2018, she founded social-digital media platform Girls Talk Sports TV with a mission to close the women’s sports coverage gap by creating more visibility for women in sports, through social content creation and reporting. GTSTV has since served as the go-to destination for women’s basketball breaking news, daily updates, and exclusive interviews with WNBA and NCAA athletes. Williams has served as a WNBA/NBA expert and insider for MSG Networks’ sports betting programming, hosted and analyzed on Yahoo Sports’ “Made It Monday” digital show, and co-hosted the Athlete’s Unlimited Preview show. In addition, she’s written for publications such as the WNBA, Just Women’s Sports, and WSLAM. Williams also partnered with Spotify in 2021 as a producer and host of "Women's Sports Wednesday," expanding her reach in live audio content and impact in highlighting women's sports. Currently, Williams contributes as a WNBA Expert for SportsNet New York (SNY). 

The Women’s Sports Audio Network (WSAN) spotlights and celebrates the athletes who move, entertain and inspire in the game and in their personal lives. Along with Khristina Williams, additional WSAN hosts will include hockey stars Madison Packer and Anya Packer, tennis Grand Slam winner Rennae Stubbs, WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes, and golf media personality Tisha Alyn as well as sports journalist Sarah Spain.

Journalist Lucy Sherriff dives into a tangled web of manipulation, power, estranged families, and greed in new true-crime series

Listen to it all unfold now, HERE

IDYLLWILD, Calif. and NEW YORK – July 23, 2024 – Lydia “Dia” Abrams was known in the beautiful mountain town of Idyllwild, California as a glamorous 65-year-old, who, from the outside looking in, seemed to have it all. That is, until she disappeared without a trace on June 6, 2020. In “Where’s Dia?,” an exclusive new six-part podcast series from Pushkin Industries and iHeartPodcasts, journalist Lucy Sherriff reveals the culmination of her four year investigation into Dia’s disappearance, uncovering a tangled web of manipulation, power, estranged families, and greed. “Where’s Dia?” will be available to listeners beginning today, July 23, 2024, with new episodes posting on Tuesdays.

“When someone goes missing, they leave a vacuum. And everyone left behind scrambles to fill that space with reasons why or explanations of how,” says Sherriff. “When Dia went missing, she didn’t get to tell her own story. Her narrative has been crafted by friends, family, lovers – and yes, even enemies. And it’s left to us to decide whose version of events we believe.”

In the days after Dia disappeared, her friends, her neighbors, and her kids began to search for her. They ran through endless theories: was she lying hurt somewhere? Had she run away? Had she been kidnapped? Killed? 

It didn’t take long for some to start pointing fingers. Because, it turns out, there were people who could benefit if Dia suddenly disappeared — her estate was worth millions of dollars.

Two men in her life, her son and a man who claims to be her fiance, launch public campaigns to find Dia. But soon, their efforts – and stories – begin to unravel.

“Where’s Dia?” is produced by Pushkin Industries and distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listeners will find “Where’s Dia?” on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are available. Pushkin+ subscribers can binge the entire season early and ad-free.

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ABOUT LUCY SHERRIFF

Lucy Sherriff is a journalist with 12 years of experience covering human rights, gender and news across the world. She has reported from countries such as Colombia, Lebanon, Armenia, Papua New Guinea, and even Antarctica, and has worked for the BBC, Al Jazeera, the Guardian, and CNN, to name a few. Her recent projects include directing a documentary for Topic Studios/First Look Media which follows three women raising their children in a Washington State prison.

ABOUT PUSHKIN INDUSTRIES

Pushkin Industries is dedicated to producing audio in any format that challenges listeners, encourages their curiosity, and inspires joy. Or, in other words: Good, Smart, Fun. Founded in 2018, Pushkin has produced numerous podcasts that have broken into the top 10 on the Apple Podcasts chart, including Malcolm Gladwell’s hugely successful Revisionist History, as well as Against the Rules from Michael Lewis, Paul McCartney’s A Life in Lyrics, The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos, Broken Record, Tim Harford’s Cautionary Tales, The Last Archive, Deep Cover, Lost Hills and Apple’s Best Show of 2021, A Slight Change of Plans. Pushkin’s audiobook catalog includes Steve Martin’s So Many Steves, Inside Voice by Lake Bell,  the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Netanyahus by Joshua Cohen, Liar’s Poker by Michael Lewis, Fauci and Higher Animals by Michael Specter, Heartbreak by Florence Williams, and Malcolm Gladwell’s Miracle and Wonder: Conversations with Paul Simon, The Bomber Mafia, and Talking to Strangers. Follow us @pushkinpods.

iHeartCountry Hosts “Twister” Soundtrack Takeover, “New Music Spotlight” featuring Russell Dickerson

NEW YORK, N.Y. – July 19, 2024 – iHeartMedia recently celebrated new music and artists, including the latest World Premiere debuts, live events and more. 

On July 9, iHeartMedia named Skylar Blatt as its newest ‘On The Verge’ Hip Hop artist with the song "Wake Up" feat. Chris Brown. iHeartMedia’s ‘On The Verge’ program helps build awareness for up-and-coming artists through its radio airplay reach and historically, all ‘On The Verge’ artists have charted in the top 30, with more than half landing in the top 10 and over a third claiming the No. 1 chart slot. Success stories of ‘On The Verge’ Hip Hop artists who have reached the top 20 include Lil Tjay ft. 6LACK, Shenseea, Kendra Jae and Coi Leray.

Also this month, iHeartMedia World Premiered new singles from several artists, including Chencho Corleone’s “Lo caro y lo bueno” on July 19 across all iHeartRadio Spanish Contemporary & Tropical stations, Katy Perry’s "Woman's World" on July 11 across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC stations and Seether’s “Judas Mind” on July 10 across all iHeartRadio Active Rock stations. 

Additionally, iHeartCountry stations hosted a special “Twister” soundtrack takeover on July 19, playing one song from the soundtrack every hour from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. local time, and on July 12, iHeartCountry stations featured Russell Dickerson’s "Bones" in “New Music Spotlight” slots. 

For the latest news, music fans can follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, and visit iHeartRadio.com.

Feid to Perform and Receive the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award at the Event

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 23 via Ticketmaster.com

NEW YORK – July 18, 2024 – iHeartMedia announced today that the 2024 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by the All-New Nissan KICKS is making its return to Miami, Florida at Kaseya Center on Saturday, October 26. The annual concert event will celebrate the power of Latin music with a star-studded slate of performances from iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award recipient Feid, Sebastián Yatra, Chencho Corleone, Wisin, Manuel Turizo, Maria Becerra and a special performance by Black Eyed Peas. Enrique Santos, President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino and on-air talent for iHeartRadio, will once again host the eleventh annual event.

In addition to performing, Feid will receive the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award for his creativity and impact in the community and industry as a singer, songwriter and producer with music crossing a variety of genres including reggaeton, R&B and Afrobeat. Feid is a multi-platinum, nine-time Latin GRAMMY-nominated Colombian artist, who recently released his new single “SORRY 4 THAT MUCH.”  Feid is passionate about how his heritage inspires his work and has been an ambassador for his Colombian culture and community.

“We’re so excited to bring back the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event to celebrate Latin music and all the ways it unites our community,” said Enrique Santos, President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino and on-air talent for iHeartRadio. “This year’s show will be an unforgettable night where fans can experience so many iconic artists all on one stage.”

Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, July 23 at 10 a.m. ET via TICKETMASTER.COM.

iHeartMedia’s Spanish Contemporary Hits, Tropical, Regional Mexican, Tejano and Spanish Oldies radio stations will broadcast the event live in markets across the country and on the iHeartRadio app. Additionally, the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina will be broadcasted 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.

Every year since 2014, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina has brought together the biggest names in Latin Music to perform live on one stage on one night. Over the last several years, the event has featured all-star performances from Becky G, Camila Cabello, Chayanne, Daddy Yankee, Enrique Iglesias, Farruko, Gente De Zona, Jennifer Lopez, Luis Fonsi, Ozuna, Pitbull, Prince Royce, Ricardo Montaner, Ricky Martin, Yandel and more.

Proud partners of this year’s event include presenting partner Nissan; and Goya Foods, M&M’S®, State Farm®, with more to be announced. 

For more information, visit iHeartRadio.com/fiesta.

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

About Nissan

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The podcast brings fans all the news, culture and stats across women’s sports daily

Listen to episode one now, HERE

WHAT: “Good Game” is the one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host and veteran sports journalist Sarah Spain will give listeners the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with all their favorite women’s leagues, teams and athletes. With a combination of thoughtful insight and debate, witty banter and plenty of laughs, Sarah and friends will break down the latest sports news, talk about the games that can’t be missed, and help fans get to know their favorite athletes a little better. The iHeartPodcast will bring listeners can’t-miss interviews with people of the moment all across the women’s sports industry, from athletes and coaches to reporters, celebrity fans and more. 

WHEN: “Good Game with Sarah Spain” premieres today, July 17, 2024, with new episodes daily. 

WHERE: “Good Game with Sarah Spain” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available now on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

SHOW PAGE: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-good-game-with-sarah-spai-185664375/

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WHO: Sarah Spain is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning sports journalist who has been a jack of all trades in her dozen-plus years at ESPN, working as a radio and podcast host, television personality, producer and writer. A former college heptathlete, Spain is a longtime reporter and supporter of women’s sports, helping break down barriers in mainstream sports coverage. A member of the Gatorade Women’s Advisory Board and former minority owner of the Chicago Red Stars, she always puts her money where her mouth is when it comes to elevating women and women’s sports.

The Women’s Sports Audio Network (WSAN) spotlights and celebrates the athletes who move, entertain and inspire in the game and in their personal lives. Along with Sarah Spain, additional WSAN hosts will include hockey stars Madison Packer and Anya Packer, tennis Grand Slam winner Rennae Stubbs, WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes, and golf media personality Tisha Alyn as well as media personality Khristina Williams.

The new eight-part series explores the strangest story in rock and roll history

NEW YORK - July 11, 2024 -Today, iHeartPodasts, Talkhouse and Nevermind Media launched "The True Story of the Fake Zombies," a new outrageous, music-meets-true crime epic that explores an unbelievable music industry scam that went untold for decades. 

Throughout the historiographic 8-episode weekly series, Host Daniel Ralston dives deep into the tale of how, in 1969, a music promotion company in a tiny Michigan town sent out not one but two bands onto the road to pretend to be The Zombies, the recently disbanded British Invasion band who had just had a huge hit with their song “Time of the Season.” Fake band members included Frank Beard and Dusty Hill, who would go on to become legendary figures in their next band, ZZ Top! 

Ralston, who discovered this stranger-than-fiction con a decade ago, dives deep into every aspect of this 55-year-old rock n’ roll mystery, uncovering the secret history of the shady managers who concocted the scheme, the hapless young musicians who were recruited for the scam, the unlikely town where the whole thing was cooked up, the impact of the scheme on the real Zombies (whose iconic music features throughout the show), and much more. 

Ralston shares, “55 years ago, four guys from Texas toured North America pretending to be the British Psychedelic rock band The Zombies. Two of those incredibly talented young men ended up in ZZ Top. Eight years ago, I wrote a story that uncovered the names and faces behind the Texas Zombies. I am incredibly excited to take the story further. The True Story of The Fake Zombies traces the origins of the Texas band back to Bay City, Michigan, where two audacious managers put the whole thing together. This podcast was made possible by the local historians, legendary music writers and musical heroes who agreed to help tell the story of this truly wild rock and roll con. We are incredibly honored to have The Zombies voices and music included in the podcast.” 

“The True Story of the Fake Zombies” is a production of iHeartMedia, Nevermind Media and Talkhouse. New episodes will be available every Thursday on the iHeartRadio app and wherever podcasts are heard. 

“The True Story of the Fake Zombies” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. 

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About Daniel Ralston:

Daniel Ralston is a writer, director, and journalist. He is the co-creator and co-host of the highly influential music podcast Low Times as well as MTV's Videohead podcast. His writing has appeared in TIME, Buzzfeed, Grantland, Vulture and Esquire. He has also directed music videos for artists like Aimee Mann, The So So Glos, Eric Bachmann, and Kevin Devine, among others. 

About Talkhouse:

Talkhouse is a Webby-Award-winning first-person media company and outlet for musicians, actors, filmmakers, and others in their respective fields. Artists write essays and criticism from firsthand perspectives, speak one-on-one with their peers via the Talkhouse Podcast and Talkhouse Live events, and offer readers and listeners unique insight into creative work of all genres and generations. Talkhouse is writing and conversations about music and film, from the people who make them. Talkhouse’s series include Alison Roman’s Solicited Advice, How Long Gone, Life of the Record, Craig Finn’s That’s How I Remember It, Santigold's Noble Champions, and The Screenwriting Life, as well as Listening, an unprecedented program featuring Jeff Tweedy, Neko Case and more that The Guardian describes as "part podcast, part album," and Björk: Sonic Symbolism, which GQ praises as "a road map to the creative life," delivering what The New Yorker calls "a rare chance to listen in as one of the most mysterious and mystical artists working today explains herself." 

Our audience has come to understand and cherish the fact that we serve as a platform for getting them inside the minds of their favorite artists and filmmakers. As one of the only "first-person" media outlets, Talkhouse allows musicians, actors and filmmakers to reach fans directly, in their own words. By working directly with creators from the worlds of music and film, Talkhouse has built a media brand that is firmly rooted in authenticity, credibility, and creativity - and, through branded content initiatives and special projects, we aim to bring those values to life together with like-minded partners. Follow Talkhouse at Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

About Nevermind Media:

Nevermind Media is a podcast company dedicated to telling the stories behind the songs, albums, and soundtracks of our lives. In addition to extensive podcasting and public radio experience, we have decades in the trenches of music journalism and a team that can knowledgeably tackle any story from rock to hip hop, country to disco, blues to psychedelia, metal to Mozart. Our work has been recognized by Rolling Stone, Esquire, GQ, Variety, Stereogum, Pitchfork, and Flavor Flav. Visit nevermind.fm for more information.