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Stugotz to Host New Weekday National Show on FOX Sports Radio

Stugotz Podcast Network to Launch with iHeartPodcasts, including the popular “Stugotz and Company” and “God Bless Football” Podcasts

NEW YORK — December 22, 2025— iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America, and veteran sports media personality and best-selling author Jon “Stugotz” Weiner today announced a long-term, multiplatform partnership.

As part of the agreement, Stugotz will launch a new weekday afternoon program on FOX Sports Radio in January. Originating from iHeartMedia’s studios in South Florida, the program will broadcast Monday through Friday from 3 - 5 p.m. ET on more than 270 stations nationwide.

The program, which will also be available on FOX Sports Radio’s channel on iHeartRadio and on FOXSportsRadio.com, will feature his signature mix of hot takes, humor and unfiltered opinions as he fearlessly tackles the world of sports or whatever crosses his mind. Designed as a live radio extension of his popular podcast “Stugotz and Company,” the show will bring together his regular crew along with a rotating cast of guest co‑hosts, blending old friends and new voices.

Additionally, the Stugotz Podcast Network will launch with iHeartPodcasts, effective immediately. The network will feature an upcoming slate of original sports talk programming, including Stugotz’s podcasts “Stugotz and Company” and “God Bless Football.” Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard, in addition to Stugotz’s YouTube channel.

“There was a ton of interest and a lot of great conversations, but it became obvious to me rather quickly that iHeart and FOX Sports Radio were going to be the landing spot,” said Stugotz. “I miss doing live radio, and I was looking for a partner to grow my two existing podcasts and help us build out a network. To be able to partner with the biggest and best digital company on the planet – and host a daily, two-hour live radio show with two Hall of Famers, Dan Patrick and Colin Cowherd, as lead-ins – is a place, quite frankly, I never imagined arriving at, and an opportunity I wasn't going to pass up.”

“This is a very exciting day for iHeart and FOX Sports Radio,” said Scott Shapiro, FOX Sports Radio Senior Vice President of Sports Programming. “I can assure you there is no one in the world like Stugotz — and I’m not entirely sure whether that’s a compliment or not. His uniquely bold, and sometimes outrageous, takes on the world of sports and culture will create a wildly unpredictable yet always entertaining destination for sports fans everywhere. Cannonball!”

“Stugotz has built one of the most passionate and engaged communities in sports audio and bringing that energy into a larger multiplatform universe is exactly the kind of expansion we love to champion,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “We’re thrilled to welcome him to the iHeartPodcasts family and excited to grow his audience with our unmatched scale and reach.”

About Stugotz

Jon “Stugotz” Weiner is a sports talk host who has developed an army of supporters by embodying the voice of the fan. Stugotz started 790 The Ticket (WAXY) in South Florida. He joined forces with Dan Le Batard in 2004 to co-host “The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz.” The program quickly grew from Miami to national prominence on ESPN Radio. Since leaving ESPN in 2021, Stugotz continued with Le Batard under Meadowlark Media, expanding into podcasts, streaming, and new platforms. In addition to hosting the popular podcasts “Stugotz and Company” and “God Bless Football,” he’s the author of “Stugotz's Personal Record Book: The Real Winners and Losers in Sports.” He lives in Parkland, Florida with his wife Abby and their twin daughters. Fans can follow him on YouTube, Instagram and X.

About FOX Sports Radio

The FOX ports Radio Network, based in Los Angeles, Calif., is a division of Premiere Sports Network, a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, in partnership with FOX Sports. All entities have combined their considerable resources to develop a turnkey, personality driven sports programming network for radio stations nationwide. The FOX Sports Radio Network reaches more than 17 million monthly listeners on more than 630 radio stations, and can also be heard on iHeartRadio and FOXSportsRadio.com. Fans can also follow the network on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.

As part of the deal, the U.S. Revolution Tour is renamed iHeart Rev Tour

PARK CITY, Utah (Dec. 18, 2025) – U.S. Ski & Snowboard and iHeartMedia, the leading audio media company in America and No. 1 podcast publisher globally, announced a partnership denoting iHeartMedia as the Official Radio and Podcast Media Partner of U.S. Ski & Snowboard.

Under the terms of the deal, iHeart will formally become the title partner of a major series, the U.S. Revolution Tour, and the presenting partner of the Stifel Lake Placid Freestyle Cup. The U.S. Revolution Tour is the premier development series for freeskiing and snowboarding, designed to bridge the gap between amateur competition and elite-level events. The event will be renamed the iHeart Rev Tour. At the World Cup level, iHeart will support the Stifel Lake Placid Freestyle Cup presented by iHeartRadio, Jan. 11-12, 2026, an Azerbaijan FIS Freestyle World Cup aerials event.

iHeart has formed significant partnerships with major sports leagues throughout their history, including the NFL and NHL. In the Olympic space, iHeartRadio is the exclusive audio partner for NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Milano Cortina Winter Games, providing audio support and original content on Olympic-themed podcasts, and more.

“This partnership connects U.S. Ski & Snowboard with a global brand and allows us the opportunity to reach entirely new audiences,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President & CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “Their work in sports is impressive, and we are looking forward to opening the door of our world for their listeners. We are thrilled about their support of our key development events and at the World Cup level, and look forward to seeing what we can achieve together as a team.”

“This partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard reflects iHeartMedia’s commitment to fueling the future of sport by connecting fans with the athletes and moments that define competition at every level,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at iHeartMedia. “From the iHeart Rev Tour to the World Cup stage in Lake Placid, we’re proud to amplify these events through the power of radio, podcasts and streaming audio, bringing new audiences to the sport and supporting the next generation of elite talent.”

About U.S. Ski & Snowboard

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 240 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams, including the Stifel U.S. Ski Team: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, freeski, nordic combined, Para alpine and ski jumping, the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team and Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit www.usskiandsnowboard.org.

Highlighting Its ‘Creators First’ Mission, iHeart Will Seamlessly Support Both Audio and Video Podcast Distribution Within iHeartRadio – For Free

NEW YORK, NY – December 22, 2025 -- iHeartMedia, the leading audio media company in America, announced today that it will be extending its ‘Creators First’ mission by expanding its podcast platform offerings to seamlessly support both audio and video distribution within both the app and web versions of iHeartRadio -- at no cost to creators. 

 In early 2026, iHeart will give creators the ability to distribute full-length video directly into iHeartRadio – for free – in addition to their existing audio distribution.  When this video feature launches, creators will be able to upload their podcast episodes, including full-length video versions, through their standard RSS feeds for seamless distribution in iHeartRadio, the #1 digital radio service which also includes access to millions of podcasts.

 This new feature will deliver on three important factors:

• Creative Integrity: Podcasters will control how their content is presented:  If they want to offer a full-length video version of their podcast, it will be supported – and if a creator prefers distribute as audio-only, that will be supported too. iHeart will provide the tools; creators will maintain creative ownership.
• Monetization Strategy Consistent with Podcasting: Creators will retain control over their monetization, with no revenue share required to iHeart. By offering this distribution for free, consistent with audio podcast distribution platforms to date, iHeart will offer creators the most cost-effective strategy for launching and expanding their podcasts -- without compromising either their creative integrity or their financial autonomy. 
• Creator Control Over Where Content is Hosted: iHeart will not require creators to have their videos hosted and served from an iHeart-owned hosting provider in order to make video available on iHeart. Just as they do in audio, creators can decide where they want their videos to be hosted and served.

“While audio remains the backbone of the podcast medium, as well as its primary source of audience connection and the reason for the industry’s explosive growth, video podcasting is now emerging as a completely separate and incremental form to audio, in the same way that podcasting evolved as a new layer on top of broadcast radio,” said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia.  “At iHeartMedia creators come first.  Providing this new video distribution capability for free to our creators is an additional testament to our continuing focus on creators’ success, and is consistent with how and why the podcast industry was built to begin with.”

“As content has become more popular and podcast creators have become true stars, we've seen a natural trend: Creative audio content is becoming more valuable to more platforms,” said Conal Byrne, CEO of the iHeartMedia Digital Audio Group.  “This makes sense:  When you have some of the best creators in the world, making some of their best content in podcasting, then that’s going to drive other content types too – like video. As the no. 1 podcast publisher, iHeart provides the scale, credibility and expertise required to navigate the complexities of the growing and evolving podcast landscape, and we’re fully committed to working with creators to help them grow and retain their audience, ensuring they reach the widest possible audience and maximize their financial performance – which now includes video. Because that’s what our creators want, deserve and should expect.”

New York, NY – December 19, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the #1 audio company in America, announced today that it has extended its relationship with the culture-shifting multimedia mogul Charlamagne Tha God, co-host of iHeartMedia New York's Power 105's wildly popular and nationally syndicated hit radio show "The Breakfast Club," heard by over 7 million listeners monthly and founder of The Black Effect podcast network.

One of the world’s most well-informed, authoritative and distinctive media personalities, Charlamagne Tha God has become a crucial and influential voice in American culture. Under the new multi-year agreement, Charlamagne will continue his uninhibited trademark interview style on the award-winning “The Breakfast Club” radio show, where he has long been recognized for his relentless effort to unveil truth by asking the questions audiences want to hear most, weekdays from 6-10:00 a.m. EST, as well as “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” alongside co-hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious and Loren LoRosa.

"When it comes to iHeartMedia, gratitude will always be my attitude. They’ve created space for me to grow not just as talent, but as an executive and true partner through The Black Effect Podcast Network,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “To say that I’m thankful is an understatement. iHeart is the biggest and best audio company on the planet and audio is the foundation on which the whole media conglomerate will be built. Podcasting, live events, TV/film and documentaries, the sky is the limit for where we are going; and radio will always be at the core of it. Here's to a new era of growth, impact, and prosperity."

“The Breakfast Club,” celebrating its 15-year milestone this month, has become the bullhorn for modern culture and is widely regarded as the most informative and entertaining top-rated contemporary Hip-Hop/R&B morning show today. Charlamagne Tha God and his co-hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, and Loren LoRosa are known for their unrivaled interviews with celebrities and recording artists. Esteemed guests who have appeared on the show include former President Barack Obama, former President Joe Biden, former Vice President Kamala Harris, Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Future, 50 Cent, Lizzo, Will Smith, Alicia Keys and many more. The crew also hosts “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” a 3-hour weekly program featuring a countdown of the top 20 songs on the charts and signature interviews. Charlamagne Tha God and “The Breakfast Club” were inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2020.

“Charlamagne has been a transformative voice in audio, redefining what it means to create content that sparks dialogue and drives cultural change. Through The Breakfast Club and his growing podcast network, he’s amplified diverse voices, tackled tough conversations, and built platforms that continue to resonate with audiences nationwide,” said Rich Bressler, President & COO for iHeartMedia. "His influence has helped shape the future of audio and we’re energized by what lies ahead and appreciate his ongoing trust in iHeart.”

Additionally, iHeart and Charlamagne will continue to partner on the historic joint venture, The Black Effect Podcast Network -- the world’s largest podcast publisher dedicated to Black listeners, bringing together the most influential and trusted voices in Black culture for stimulating conversations around social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy and more. Launched in 2020 and curated by Charlamagne himself, The Black Effect has debuted 60+ shows -- generating 11 million monthly downloads and features a luminous roster of marquee talent and influential voices committed to enlightening, educating and entertaining audiences. Earlier this year, “The Breakfast Club” replay podcast -- which served as the flagship show for the launch of The Black Effect Podcast Network – surpassed one billion downloads, joining a very short list of podcasts to reach this impressive milestone.

Charlamagne Tha God was represented by Ted Chervin at CAA, with legal counsel provided by Loan Dang of Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb & Dang. Financial strategy and advisory were led by Humble Lukanga and Laura Rutebuka of Lifeline Financial Group. The agreement was developed in close partnership with Charlamagne’s longtime business partner Karen Kinney of KK Entertainment & Media.

About Charlamagne Tha God

Lenard “Charlamagne Tha God” McKelvey is a multimedia mogul, Radio Hall of Fame inductee, and New York Times bestselling author who has spent nearly two decades shaping American culture. He is the co-host of iHeartMedia’s nationally syndicated The Breakfast Club, heard by more than 7 million listeners monthly and widely regarded as the most influential Hip-Hop and R&B morning show in the country.

Known for his fearless interview style, Charlamagne has led headline-making conversations that spark cultural dialogue and tackle tough, timely issues. He is the founder of The Black Effect Podcast Network, a joint venture with iHeartMedia and the world’s largest podcast network dedicated to Black audiences, which has launched more than 60 shows and reaches over 11 million monthly downloads. He also founded Southland Stories, a film production company created to spotlight authentic, impactful storytelling. Outside of media, Charlamagne established the Mental Wealth Alliance to advance mental health awareness and provide resources in underserved communities.

Integration will drive addressability across iHeart’s premier audio network including podcast, streaming and broadcast radio

IRVINE, CA — December 18, 2025 — Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP), a leader in CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising, today announced a strategic integration with iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in the U.S. and the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, to deliver enhanced addressability, measurement, and programmatic innovation across podcasts, streaming and broadcast radio.

As a part of the expanded partnership, Viant has integrated with Triton Digital - the global technology and services leader - which enables programmatic access to iHeartMedia’s extensive audio inventory including its unrivaled podcast catalog, streaming audio and broadcast radio inventory.  Advertisers leveraging Viant’s DSP can now activate addressable campaigns across the full spectrum of iHeartMedia’s audio network, unlocking greater precision, transparency, and performance for brands seeking outcomes from one of media’s fastest-growing channels.

“Audio is one of the most engaging mediums and has truly evolved into a dynamic, data driven channel,” said Richie Hyden, , SVP of Publisher Solutions at Viant. “By combining iHeartMedia’s unmatched scale with Viant’s AI-powered DSP, we’re unlocking the full promise of audio for advertisers.”

The integration also brings over-the-air (OTA) broadcast radio into Viant’s platform, which brings broadcast radio into the programmatic ecosystem on the demand side, demonstrating how radio and podcasts together form complementary pillars of the modern audio strategy for advertisers. Like podcasts, radio delivers depth, authenticity, and engagement that drive consumer connection and conversion — but it also brings the unmatched power of reach and frequency, all amplified by the precision and performance of programmatic.

“This integration with Viant marks a pivotal moment for audio advertising and will help marketers drive stronger performance, while also delivering more relevant experiences for listeners,” said Lisa Coffey, Chief Business Officer for iHeartMedia. “This allows advertisers to programmatically access the full spectrum of iHeart’s audio network — from podcasts and streaming to broadcast radio — with the precision, transparency, and performance they expect from digital. It’s a major step forward in unifying the power of audio under one scalable, data-driven solution.”

ABOUT VIANT

Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP) is a leader in CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising, dedicated to driving innovation in digital marketing. Viant’s omnichannel platform built for CTV allows marketers to plan, execute and measure their campaigns with unmatched precision and efficiency. With the launch of ViantAI, Viant is building the future of fully autonomous advertising solutions, empowering advertisers to achieve their boldest goals. Viant was recently awarded Best AI-Powered Advertising Solution and Best Demand-Side Platform by MarTech Breakthrough, Great Place to Work® certification and received the Business Intelligence Group’s AI Excellence Award. Learn more at viantinc.com.

The event, hosted by iHeartRadio New York 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby, will broadcast across iHeartRadio stations nationwide on December 19

NEW YORK – December 17, 2025 – iHeartMedia and the Empire State Building today announced the “iHeartRadio Holiday Pop Up Party with Pentatonix” in celebration of the holiday season in New York City with a special event and music-to-light show at the world-famous Empire State Building, recently named the number one Top Attraction in New York City for the fourth consecutive year in Tripadvisor’s’ 2025 Travelers Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The event, hosted by iHeartRadio New York 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby, will broadcast across iHeartRadio stations nationwide on December 19.

The Holiday Pop Up Party and broadcast will feature GRAMMY Award-winning group, Pentatonix who flipped the famous light switch to kick off a special music-to-light spectacular atop the Empire State Building synchronized to their No.1 song, a duet with the great Frank Sinatra “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm.” The intimate event also featured a live Pentatonix performance, an interview with 106.7 Lite FM’s Cubby and a fan Q&A -- all on the 80th floor of the world-famous Empire State Building Observatory in the heart of New York City.

The 10-minute special will broadcast on all iHeartRadio Holiday flip stations nationwide on December 19 at 9 p.m. local time (6:50 p.m. ET in New York City) and on the iHeartChristmas Pop digital station at 9 p.m. ET.

Additionally, New York iHeartRadio stations Z100, 103.5 KTU and 106.7 Lite FM will play “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm” synced to the light show atop the Empire State Building every night from December 19- 25 at 7 p.m. ET.

Pentatonix’s new album Christmas in the City is out now via Republic Records. You can catch them on their Christmas in the City Tour which wraps in Fort Worth, TX on December 22nd. Purchase tickets HERE.

More than 15 industry-leading iHeartPodcasts will stream only on Netflix including “My Favorite Murder,” “The Breakfast Club,” “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast,” “Behind the Bastards,” “The Psychology of Your 20s” and more

Top comedic talent including “Dear Chelsea” with Chelsea Handler and “This Is Important” with “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson join the deal

New York and Los Angeles – December 16, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in America, and Netflix today announced an exclusive video podcasting partnership for more than 15 industry-leading original iHeartPodcasts. The agreement includes all new episodes from the podcast lineup, as well as select library episodes from each show. New video podcast episodes will launch on Netflix in early 2026 in the US, with more markets to follow.

The lineup of podcasts joining the streamer includes “The Breakfast Club,” co-hosted by Charlamagne Tha God and one of the biggest broadcast radio shows in the country; “My Favorite Murder,” one of the most successful true crime podcasts; shows from high profile talent such as Grammy-nominated music superstars Fat Joe and Jadakiss on “Joe and Jada,” “Dear Chelsea” with Chelsea Handler and “This Is Important” with “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson; “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast” from award winning Radio & TV personality Bobby Bones; as well as category-defining series “The Psychology of Your 20s.”

“Audio podcasting has been the fastest-growing medium over the past 20 years, and now we’re thrilled to expand that experience with an exciting new category - video podcasts. Netflix has a leading video-first service, and this partnership perfectly complements our strong audio foundation. Working with Netflix—an important leader in entertainment— gives fans one more way to connect with the personalities they love and opens the door to new audiences, including viewers discovering these shows for the first time,” said Bob Pittman, CEO of iHeartMedia. “These shows feature dynamic hosts, compelling conversations, and passionate fan communities—available in both audio and now as a natural video extension. Audiences can now not only listen but also watch and enjoy top-rated iHeartPodcasts alongside award-winning series and movies from Netflix.”

“With this partnership we are incredibly excited to offer our members such unmatched variety, and to deliver highly entertaining podcasts featuring some of the world’s most dynamic personalities,” said Lauren Smith, Netflix VP of Content Licensing and Programming Strategy. “Get ready to dive in with the true crime phenomenon My Favorite Murder, the dynamic perspectives of The Breakfast Club, and the sharp, unfiltered comedy of Chelsea Handler in this initial collection.”

The lineup includes the following podcasts with more to come:

• “The Breakfast Club,” the hit radio replay podcast that recently surpassed one billion downloads, features hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, Loren LoRosa and Charlamagne Tha God breaking down the latest in news and culture.
• “Bobby Bones Presents: The Bobbycast,” the hit music and entertainment podcast, features host Bobby Bones—radio and TV personality, two-time New York Times best-selling author, and youngest-ever National Radio Hall of Fame inductee—sitting down with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.
• “My Favorite Murder,” a hit original true crime show with approximately two billion lifetime downloads featuring hosts Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark.
• “Dear Chelsea,” a weekly advice show with host Chelsea Handler answering listener questions alongside celebrity guests.
• “Joe and Jada,” Grammy-nominated music superstars Fat Joe and Jadakiss to link up twice a week to discuss the news dominating music, sports and culture and interview influential figures across those sectors for candid and compelling conversations.
• “This Is Important,” a hit comedy podcast, features “Workaholics” stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson seriously discussing some very important topics.
• “The Psychology of Your 20s,” the top-ranked mental health podcast, is a biweekly guide to surviving growing pains through psychology with host Jemma Sbeg.
• “Behind the Bastards,” a fan-favorite history podcast, goes into the bizarre realities that formed the lives of some very bad people with host Robert Evans.
• “Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know,” a curiosity podcast, delves into the unexplained with hosts Matt Frederick, Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown.
• “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” a curiosity podcast, sees hosts Holly Frey and Tracy Wilson recount the strangest, most unusual untold stories that weren’t covered in school.
• “Stuff To Blow Your Mind,” a curiosity podcast, examines just how weird reality is with hosts Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick.
• “New Rory & MAL,” the culture and sports podcast featuring Jamil 'Mal' Clay and Rory Farrell always bringing the hottest takes.
• “3 and Out with John Middlekauff,” the sports podcast features former NFL scout John Middleauff giving his unique perspective on college and professional football.
• “Buried Bones,” a history and true crime podcast, features journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and retired investigator Paul Holes dissecting the most compelling cases from centuries ago.

iHeartMedia retains all audio-only rights and distribution for the shows included in the deal.  All podcasts will continue to be available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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A true-crime podcast told through an actor’s lens joins iHeart’s Popworthy slate, living within the “Amy Robach & T.J. Holmes Present” podcast feed

Listen to the premiere episode here

LOS ANGELES – December 8, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “Killer Thriller,” a new true crime series hosted by actress and author Elisa Donovan. The podcast is executive produced by Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes and is a part of the duo's expanded partnership on iHeart’s Popworthy slate of shows. Listen to the premiere episode available now here.

Donovan is best known for her iconic roles in the 1990s, rising to fame as Amber in “Clueless” and its television adaptation, and went on to star in popular series including “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.” Now, she will bring her experience and perspective to the true crime genre, offering listeners a different look at some of the darkest and most compelling headlines.

The premiere episode will feature Donovan alongside Robach and Holmes as they explore why true crime culture continues to dominate entertainment. The podcast will take listeners deep into the real stories and portrayals behind some of the most talked-about cases of murder, kidnappings, sex cults, and fraud, including the Menendez brothers, the Murdaugh murders, Amanda Knox, Elizabeth Holmes, O.J. Simpson, Anna Delvey, and many others. Donovan will also sit down with actors who portray the infamous and unforgettable perpetrators in TV and film adaptations of major crime stories that continue to captivate audiences.

"Killer Thriller” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. The series will live within the “Amy Robach & T.J. Holmes Present” podcast feed, alongside additional true-crime projects rolling out in 2026. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Follow @killerthrillerpod, @reddonovan and @popworthypodcasts on Instagram for updates.

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The new pop culture interview series hosted by the recent Dancing with the Stars competitor premieres in January marking the fifth show helmed by Fishel with iHeart

Listen to the official trailer here

LOS ANGELES – December 4, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, has announced the newest show in an overall podcast deal announced with Danielle Fishel earlier this year. The original pop culture interview series titled “Teen Beat” will be hosted by director, producer, actor (formerly Topanga Lawrence on the ‘90s TV staple “Boy Meets World”) and recent “Dancing with the Stars” competitor, Danielle Fishel. “Teen Beat” will premiere January 2026, with the official trailer available now, HERE.

Coming off the pop culture juggernaut of Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” and the companion iHeartPodcast recapping her journey on the show, Fishel is now elevating her interviews with a new, weekly series.

As someone who spent her teenage years on millions of television screens, from her first kiss to her first haircut, Fishel has decided it’s time to turn the tables. She’ll sit down with other celebrities to unearth details from their (untelevised) upbringings, cracking open childhood diaries for embarrassing fashion choices, school crushes and dramatic friend fallouts. Since most people’s bouts with pimples weren’t broadcast during a beloved TGIF lineup, the least they can do now is talk about theirs.

“Teen Beat” will further deepen the long-standing creative partnership between Fishel and her husband Jensen Karp, who co-executive produce their growing slate of shows for iHeartPodcasts. The slate includes the hit series “Pod Meets World,” now closing in on 50 million downloads with co-hosts Will Friedle and Rider Strong. They also executive produce “How Rude, Tanneritos!” with Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin, and “Magical Rewind” with Friedle and Sabrina Bryan. Their new overall deal will find them exclusively producing and developing new projects for iHeartPodcasts, expanding the successful creative partnership for years to come.

“I have cherished my relationship with iHeart over the past three years and look forward to our newly minted future,” Fishel explains. “Like only I have said, loudly in the hallways of their office: I am the new Ryan Seacrest.”

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

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The series is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. Follow all Popworthy shows @popworthypodcasts.

A spinoff of Lala Kent’s “Untraditionally Lala,” the new series cohosted by Kent and Ambyr Childers follows the two former adversaries who
unexpectedly became bonded single mothers

Premiere episode set to debut on January 8, 2026 – listen to the official trailer now here

LOS ANGELES – December 5, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced the launch of “An Unlikely Affair,” the first official series under Lala Kent’s new “Untraditionally Lala” umbrella, a growing podcast slate that will expand within iHeart’s Popworthy lineup of shows. Hosted by reality TV star and entrepreneur Lala Kent alongside actress and producer Ambyr Childers, who’s best known for her roles in “You” and “Ray Donovan,” the new series will build on the success of Kent’s previously launched podcast “Untraditionally Lala,” where Childers made her first appearance earlier this year. “An Unlikely Affair” premieres on January 8, 2026, with the official trailer available now, HERE.

Each week on “An Unlikely Affair,” Lala and Ambyr dive into the realities single mothers face, drawing from a past that once made them sworn enemies after sharing the same ex. In a twist no one saw coming, the two have let go of their history and built an unexpected, deeply honest
friendship. Together, they explore how to navigate major transitions, manage mom guilt while reclaiming their identities, and approach dating and sex in their next chapter. The cohosts share how they reclaimed their happiness and hope their journey inspires listeners to let go of toxicity and rewrite their own narratives.

Kent will continue to host “Untraditionally Lala” with episodes dropping every Wednesday, and bonus content released on Mondays.
“An Unlikely Affair” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts as part of its Popworthy slate, where trending culture and nostalgia intersect. Listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

Follow @lalakent, @ambyrchilders_official and @anunlikelyaffair on Instagram for podcast clips and updates on the podcast.

Follow all Popworthy shows @popworthypodcasts.

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