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Half a decade into its mission, The Black Effect Podcast Network has delivered an undeniable impact for Black talent and Black listeners

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NEW YORK – October 7, 2025 – Five years ago, iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God launched The Black Effect Podcast Network with one goal: becoming 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. Today, that platform is stronger than ever and continues to grow. 

“Our mission has always been to build a dedicated platform where Black voices can thrive. We have accomplished that mission and more,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “The past five years have been extraordinary, and the future of the Black Effect excites us. We will keep inspiring, empowering and creating culture and opportunities for all.” 

Five years into its mission, The Black Effect has delivered an undeniable impact for Black talent and listeners. Major milestones include: 

• Launching a dedicated podcast network that is home to more than 60 shows including  – including "The Breakfast Club," “R&B Money,” "All The Smoke," "Drink Champs," "85South Show" and more.  Plus, over the next year, The Black Effect plans to introduce 10 more shows to its podcast network.
• Generating 11 million monthly downloads, underscoring its expanding scale and reach.
• Venturing into new genres including Parenting, True Crime and Literature with the addition of “Good Moms, Bad Choices,” “Hunting 4 Answers” and two Black Effect original series “BLK LIT” and “Family Therapy.”  
• Expanding the Black Effect brand with two new groundbreaking network partnerships – The Drink Champs Podcast Network and, coming soon, the All The Smoke Podcast Network.  
• Maintaining a position on top podcast charts and winning numerous accolades including NAACP Image Awards, Webby Awards, iHeartPodcast Awards and Signal Awards in recognition of their exceptional storytelling and impact.

“The Black Effect Podcast Network is a testament to what happens when talent meets opportunity,” added Dollie S. Bishop, President, The Black Effect Podcast Network. “As we celebrate this major milestone, we remain committed to uplifting the power of Black Media representation, shaping the future for Black creators, amplifying unique voices,  and leading boldly into the next era of culture and creativity.”

The power of the platform extends beyond the audio space. The Black Effect has forged partnerships with leading brands including AT&T and Nissan, and created events such as The Black Effect Podcast Festival, that bring fans and creatives together and inspiring conversations that matter. 

The Black Effect Podcast Network is available on the iHeartRadio app, iHeart.com, and everywhere podcasts are heard.

About The Black Effect Podcast Network
The Black Effect Podcast Network is a transformative network founded by renowned cultural architect, executive producer, bestselling author, and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God and in a historic joint venture with the world’s number one commercial podcast publisher, iHeartMedia, Charlamagne and iHeartMedia created the groundbreaking first-ever Black Effect Podcast Network, celebrating the most essential Black culture-shapers on the planet—in education, politics, entertainment, sports and pop culture. The Black Effect Podcast Network gives rise to emerging and established content creators and storytellers whose perspectives and creative vision have been marginalized and overlooked while serving an audience that has been underserved. The Black Effect Podcast Network helps its partners define their place in podcast culture through influence, ideas, and experiences that engage, inspire, inform, and empower.

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The 2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event will stream live, exclusively on ViX

WHAT: iHeartMedia announced today that Oscar D'León, Danny Ocean, DJ Nelson and Lenier are joining the lineup for the 2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina making its return to Miami, Florida at Kaseya Center on Saturday, October 25.

WHO: Hosted by Enrique Santos, President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino and on-air talent for iHeartRadio, the annual concert event will feature performances by Gilberto Santa Rosa, Morat, Kapo, Oscar D'León, Danny Ocean, Olga Tañón, Chyno y Nacho, Elvis Crespo, DJ Nelson and Lenier. Gilberto Santa Rosa will also receive the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award presented by State Farm®.

WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2025

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

MORE: Tickets are available now at TicketMaster.com.

The 2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event will stream live exclusively on ViX, the leading global Spanish-language streaming service.

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.

Proud partners of this year’s event include Audible, Boost Mobile, Celsius Energy Drinks, Goya Foods and 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.

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ABOUT STATE FARM

For over 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,400 agents and 67,000 employees serve over 91 million policies and accounts – including auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is also available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 39 on the 2024 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit http://www.statefarm.com.

The Multitalented Actress & Host Is Expanding Her In-Depth Talk Series with Weekly Episodes on The Premier Black-Owned Podcast Platform

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NEW YORK – September 30, 2025 – Actress, producer, and host Crystal Reneé Hayslett sets a new home for her celebrated talk series, “Keep It Positive, Sweetie” with the renowned Radio Hall of Fame inductee, bestselling author, multimedia mogul, and cultural architect Charlamagne Tha God's and iHeartMedia's The Black Effect Podcast Network. Fans can catch up on previous episodes and stay tuned for new releases every Sunday on the iHeartRadio app and all podcast platforms the following Tuesday — kicking off with the season nine debut featuring entrepreneur, singer, and reality TV alum Kandi Burruss, which is now available. The partnership was announced during Hayslett’s recent appearance on Power 105.1FM’s The Breakfast Club.

Nicknamed “KIPS” by fans, “Keep It Positive, Sweetie” quickly earned acclaim for its refreshing blend of humor, honesty, and uplifting conversation. Hayslett brings her authentic voice and magnetic personality to chat with popular culture-shapers about navigating growth, healing, spirituality, love, and faith. The series, executive produced by Hayslett, Ashaunna K. Ayars, and Wes Lawrence, offers audiences unparalleled access to beloved stars’ personal values, unique insights, and self-discovery journeys.

“Joining The Black Effect Podcast Network is a meaningful moment for me,” said Hayslett. “KIPS is all about bringing comfort and empowerment to our culture, and I’m honored to welcome my community into this incredible family dedicated to amplifying the powerful conversations that take place on the KIPS couch.”

Launched in 2023, “Keep It Positive, Sweetie” has garnered over 11 million YouTube views from solo chats with Hayslett and guest interviews with the biggest names in entertainment and beyond. 

Thus far, Hayslett has hosted two sold out, self-produced live KIPS shows as well as in-person activations at events like BET Experience, Woman Evolve Conference, and McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration® Sunday, among others.

Up next, Hayslett will head to Washington, D.C. for a live winter show on November 22, 2025 featuring a special guest conversation and a VIP meet-and-greet. For tickets and more information, please visit https://crystalreneehayslett.com/.

“’Keep It Positive, Sweetie’ has built a powerful community that shows up for honest conversations, healing and growth – this aligns perfectly with our mission," said Dollie S. Bishop, President, The Black Effect Podcast Network. “We’re excited to amplify Crystal’s voice on our platform and bring even more listeners the tools, stories and inspiration they deserve.”

“Keep It Positive, Sweetie” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app every Sunday, and on YouTube and all other podcast platforms the following Tuesday. Video exclusives and after-show content can be seen on Patreon.

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ABOUT CRYSTAL RENEÉ HAYSLETT

Crystal Reneé Hayslett is an actress on BET’s top shows SISTAS and ZATIMA, the esteemed host of talk series “Keep It Positive, Sweetie”, a singer, and co-owner of U.S. women’s soccer team, DC Power FC. She is also the founder of the Crystal Reneé Hayslett Foundation which provides education, mental health, and financial literacy resources and literature to underserved communities.

A trainee of the Speiser/Sturges Acting Studio, Hayslett stars as fan-favorite character, ‘Fatima,’ on Tyler Perry’s SISTAS on BET which is currently in its ninth season and the spinoff series, ZATIMA, which is currently airing its fourth season on BET+. She starred in a musical role for the Will Packer Productions and Universal Pictures feature film PRAISE THIS, which can be streamed on Peacock. Additional acting credits include: THE GAME (BET); STOMP THE YARD 2: HOMECOMING (Sony Pictures); the short from director Matthew Cherry, THIS TIME.

ABOUT BLACK EFFECT PODCAST NETWORK

The Black Effect Podcast Network is a transformative network founded by renowned cultural architect, executive producer, bestselling author, and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God in a historic joint venture with the world’s number-one commercial podcast publisher, iHeartMedia. Charlamagne and iHeartMedia created the groundbreaking first-ever Black Effect Podcast Network, celebrating the essential Black culture-shapers on the planet—in education, entertainment, politics, pop culture, and sports. The Black Effect Podcast Network gives rise to emerging and established content creators and storytellers whose perspectives and creative visions have been marginalized and overlooked while serving an audience that has been underserved. The Black Effect Podcast Network helps its partners define their place in podcast culture through influence, ideas, and experiences that engage, inspire, inform, and empower.

Discover the untold story of the fearless and flawed heroes who took on the medical establishment and forever changed the landscape of medicine

“Cardiac Cowboys” premieres today on World Heart Day

NEW YORK – September 29, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, and OSO Studios, founded by producer Dub Cornett, today announced the debut of “Cardiac Cowboys,” a new six-episode documentary series narrated by actor, producer, director Chris Pine (Star Trek). The podcast will invite listeners to journey into the riveting true story of the birth of heart surgery, spotlighting medical pioneers from America’s heartland whose courage and ingenuity broke barriers and saved countless lives. The entire series will debut today on World Heart Day, September 29, 2025. Listen now, HERE.

For most of human history, the heart was a sacred organ, off-limits to surgeons. “Cardiac Cowboys” will transport listeners into the operating rooms where these audacious young doctors first dared to challenge conventional wisdom. They competed and feuded with each other, racing to be the first, the best, and the most prolific. Working on shoestring budgets, they made use of makeshift laboratories and home garages, rigging together old dairy pumps and beer tubes to build medical devices. In the span of a few short years, these American mavericks pioneered the world’s first open-heart operations, forging tools and techniques that still save lives today.

“As the narrator of ‘Cardiac Cowboys,’ I was struck by the sheer bravery and relentless determination of these medical pioneers.” said Pine. "This story is about rule-breakers who risked everything to save lives and changed the course of medicine for all of us.”

OSO Studios’ Dub Cornett and executive producer John Mankiewicz, in association with Barry Linen Motion Pictures and 13th Lake Media, brought together an award-winning creative team that includes writer and co-host Jamie Napoli, as well as GRAMMY award-winning composer David Mansfield to bring the story of the “Cardiac Cowboys” to life.

“When I first read Dr. Gerald Imber’s book about the Cardiac Cowboys, I knew we had to gather our team and create this series. It’s epic in its real-life battles of life and death. These heroic doctors have saved countless lives and their work continues to this day,” said Cornett. “By partnering with iHeartPodcasts to bring this series to the world, we celebrate the physicians whose achievements have touched every family, in one way or another, reaching all of us who have a heart.”

Cardiac Cowboys” is sponsored by Jasper, the leading AI content automation platform that is purpose-built for marketing. Jasper enabled the iHeartMedia team to get this podcast to market faster by automating the production of its promotional assets, even across a broad and diverse set of audiences and channels—from social posts and video promotions to audio advertising spots—while ensuring quality and brand consistency.

“The story of the ‘Cardiac Cowboys’ is a testament to human courage and innovation—qualities that resonate deeply with so many of us,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “We believe this series will not only honor the pioneers of heart surgery but also inspire listeners to consider what’s possible when boundaries are challenged. Thanks to Jasper, our team was able to rapidly create compelling marketing materials and seamlessly promote the podcast to audiences everywhere, helping us amplify the impact of this remarkable story.”

“Cardiac Cowboys” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Listeners can experience this groundbreaking series on the iHeartRadio app and across all major podcast platforms. Tune in now and rediscover the proud legacy of America’s heartland heroes—where every life saved and every boundary shattered, began with courage and conviction in the beating heart of the nation.

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About Chris Pine:

Chris Pine is an actor, director, producer, and writer whose career spans film, television, stage, and publishing. He will next be seen in The Kidnapping of Arabella which premiered at the Venice Film Festival and just wrapped the Zellner brothers’ Alpha Gang alongside Cate Blanchett, Léa Seydoux, and Riley Keough. Pine made his directorial debut last year with Poolman, which he also co-wrote, produced, and starred in opposite Annette Bening, Danny DeVito and Jennifer Jason Leigh. His recent credits include Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Disney’s Wish, Don’t Worry Darling, All the Old Knives, and The Contractor. He is widely recognized for his roles in Wonder Woman, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, the Star Trek reboot trilogy, and the Oscar-nominated Hell or High Water. Beyond film, he authored the children’s book “When Digz the Dog Met Zurl the Squirrel” and, through his company Barry Linen Motion Pictures, produces a diverse slate of entertainment across film, television, documentaries, and podcasts.

About OSO Studios:

Oso Studios (www.osostudios.com) is an innovative creative production company dedicated to pioneering authentic storytelling across film, television, music, sports, and culture. With a focus on heartland narratives that resonate globally, Oso has developed and produced award-winning content across multiple platforms. Partnering with artists, estates, and rights holders to reimagine iconic stories and bring them to new audiences, Oso produces groundbreaking documentaries, immersive cultural projects, and stories with enduring impact.

About Jasper:

Jasper is the world's leading content automation platform for marketing, purpose-built to help teams accelerate content production, maintain brand consistency, and scale campaigns across channels. By combining deep brand context, workflow automation, and multi-channel scalability in one solution, Jasper transforms how marketing teams work—powering high-performing content at scale across campaign planning, personalization, localization, and compliance.

Jasper is trusted by hundreds of enterprises worldwide, including Prudential, Cushman & Wakefield, Wayfair, and nearly 20% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 2021, Jasper has team members across the U.S., Australia, and France. To learn more about Jasper, visit www.jasper.ai.

About iHeartMedia, Inc.:

iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with nine out of ten Americans listening to iHeart broadcast radio in every month. iHeart’s broadcast radio assets alone have a larger audience in the U.S. than any other media outlet; twice the size of the next largest broadcast radio company; and over four times the ad-enabled audience of the largest digital only audio service. iHeart is the largest podcast publisher according to Podtrac, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined, has the most recognizable live events across all genres of music, has the number one social footprint among audio players, with five times more followers than the next audio media brand, and is the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company will continue to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll, Jessie Murph, The Kid LAROI, Laufey, mgk, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Olivia Dean, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Shinedown, Zara Larsson and more lead all-star lineups in major cities across the U.S. including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago and Dallas/Fort Worth

ABC will exclusively air the ‘iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025’ holiday special on December 17 and next day on Hulu

NEW YORK– Sept. 26, 2025- iHeartMedia will celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” – the season's iconic holiday music event, with the year’s top artists including Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll, Jessie Murph, The Kid LAROI, Laufey, mgk, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Olivia Dean, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Shinedown, Zara Larsson and more. Freya Syke and Kevin Woo, singing voice of saja boys from KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, will be presenters in select markets of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour. This year, the 2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One will stop in Dallas/Fort Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; and Miami.

“Now in its 30th year, the Jingle Ball Tour has become the premier holiday music event, where fans can see the biggest artists performing the best songs of the year,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia and Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “Once again we are partnering with ABC to bring this holiday tradition to even more fans across the country.”

iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour stops will be part of the exclusive network special on ABC, airing on December 17 and next day on Hulu.

Eligible Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets via a cardholder presale in each city. Plus, cardholders can add a Capital One Access Pass to their purchase in select markets to enjoy an exclusive pre-show party with a performing Jingle Ball artist. The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale begins Tuesday, September 30 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, October 2 at 10 a.m. local time, or while pre-sale supplies last. Pre-sale info and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.

All other tickets go on sale to the General Public on Friday, October 3 at 12 p.m. local time and will be available at iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall.

The 2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One includes the following:

Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas – Tuesday, December 2, at 7:30 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Dickies Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: Alex Warren, Jessie Murph, JO1, mgk, Nelly, Reneé Rapp, Rachel Chinouriri, Shinedown, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Los Angeles – Friday, December 5, at 7:30 p.m. PST – iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at the Intuit Dome

• The star-studded lineup features: Alex Warren, Audrey Hobert, Conan Gray, Feid, Jackson Wang, Jessie Murph, The Kid LAROI, Leon Thomas, Reneé Rapp, Sean Paul, Zara Larsson, guest performance by Freya Skye and a special performance from EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami - the singing voices of HUNTR/X from KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Chicago – Monday, December 8, at 7:30 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 103.5 KISS FM's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Allstate Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: Audrey Hobert, Jackson Wang, Jessie Murph, Nelly, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Shinedown, Teddy Swims, Zara Larsson, guest performance by Freya Skye and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Detroit – Tuesday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Channel 95.5’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Little Caesars Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Jessie Murph, MOLIY, Nelly, Rachel Chinouriri, Ravyn Lenae, Shinedown, Zara Larsson, guest performance by Freya Skye and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

New York – Friday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Z100's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Madison Square Garden

• The star-studded lineup features: Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jessie Murph, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Boston – Sunday, December 14, at 6:00 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Kiss 108's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at TD Garden

• The star-studded lineup features: Ed Sheeran, Laufey, MOLIY, Myles Smith, Olivia Dean, Ravyn Lenae, Sean Paul, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Philadelphia – Monday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Q102's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Xfinity Mobile Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: AJR, Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Ravyn Lenae, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, December 16, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio HOT 99.5's Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Capital One Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: AJR, Alex Warren, Conan Gray, Jelly Roll, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Olivia Dean, Shinedown, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Atlanta – Thursday, December 18, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at State Farm Arena

• The star-studded lineup features: BigXthaPlug, BossMan Dlow, Jermaine Dupri & Friends, Kehlani, Lil Jon & Friends, Mariah The Scientist, MOLIY, Nelly and a special appearance by Belly Gang Kushington.

Miami, Florida – Saturday, December 20, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Y100.7’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One at Kaseya Center

• The star-studded lineup features: BigXthaPlug, Feid, Kehlani, mgk, MONSTA X, Nelly, Sean Paul, Zara Larsson and a special sing-along moment for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

“We are excited to be back for our eleventh year as the national presenting partner of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour,” said Byron Daub, Vice President of Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing at Capital One. “Live music experiences are incredibly important to our cardholders; we’re dedicated to providing special access to their favorite artists, with exclusive pre-sale opportunities for artist sessions and the iconic Jingle Ball Tour.”

iHeartMedia and all its broadcast radio stations are committed to inspiring and creating positive change that improves the lives of others. For the 12th consecutive year, nine cities on the tour, Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; and Miami will partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring pediatric patients through entertainment and education focused initiatives. In addition, iHeartRadio’s 106.1 KISS FM's Jingle Ball in Dallas/Fort Worth will work with the Kidd's Kids, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide hope and happiness by creating beautiful memories for families of children with life-altering or life-threatening conditions. Each event will allocate a portion of ticket sales to its benefiting organization as well as offer exclusive packages through online auctions leading up to the events.

“We’re so grateful to celebrate our 12th year partnering with the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour,” said Meredith Seacrest Leach, Executive Director & CEO of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. “Their continued support helps us expand to new hospital partners while also enhancing and supporting the 13 Seacrest Studios already bringing joy and creativity to children’s hospitals nationwide.”

Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, Boost Mobile, JCPenney, Mercedes-Benz, with more to be announced.

New this year, JCPenney and iHeartRadio are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind partnership — launching an exclusive Jingle Ball collection that brings holiday fashion and music together like never before. Designed to outfit concertgoers and partygoers alike, this limited-time collection delivers the season’s hottest styles at prices that hit all the right notes. As an added bonus, a JCPenney receipt doesn’t just show off great taste — it could be someone’s ticket to the Jingle Ball concert series, unlocking access to unforgettable performances and special prize experiences. Holiday fashion, major entertainment, and real value — all at yes, JCPenney. Stay tuned for more details on the official unveiling of the collection and how shoppers can score a chance to access Jingle Ball.

The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One is executive produced by iHeartMedia and Diversified Production Services (DPS). The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball special on ABC is produced by iHeartMedia as well as GRAMMY®-nominated OBB Pictures, a division of OBB Media.

Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About Capital One

At Capital One we’re on a mission for our customers – bringing them best-in-class products, rewards, service, and experiences. Capital One is a diversified bank that offers products and services to individuals, small businesses and commercial clients. We use technology, innovation, and interaction to provide consumers with products and services to meet their needs. Through Capital One Entertainment and Capital One Dining we provide our rewards cardholders with access to unforgettable experiences in the areas they’re passionate about, including dining, music, sports and the arts. Learn more at capitalone.com/entertainment and capitalone.com/dining.

About the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

The Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF) is a non-profit dedicated to inspiring pediatric patients through entertainment and education focused initiatives. RSF’s main initiative is to build broadcast media centers — Seacrest Studios — within pediatric hospitals for patients to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media. Founded in 2009, RSF currently has Seacrest Studios at hospitals in Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Nashville, Orange County, Orlando, Washington D.C., Memphis, Queens and Salt Lake City. New studios will open in December of this year at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, FL in early 2027 at Manning Family Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, LA. For more information, visit www.ryanseacrestfoundation.org.

The podcast premieres October 2, on the heels of the 19th anniversary of ‘Ugly Betty,’ featuring behind-the-scenes stories and interviews with cast and crew including America Ferrera, Vanessa Williams and more

Listen to the official trailer HERE

NEW YORK -- September 25, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced “Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch,” a new weekly podcast hosted by Mark Indelicato and Ana Ortiz, who starred as Justin and Hilda Suarez on the hit ABC television series, Ugly Betty. Every week, the hosts will sit down to rewatch the TV show that changed their lives and made audiences feel like being different was a superpower. “Viva Betty” is a co-production of Propagate Content and iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network, a network dedicated to elevating Latinx voices and stories. The first episode will be available beginning Thursday, October 2. Listen to the official trailer now, HERE. 

In each episode, Indelicato and Ortiz will dive into the popular show with fresh eyes and no filter as they revisit every messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a time. The podcast isn’t just a nostalgia trip, it’s a love letter to Ugly Betty, a show that featured characters who shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ storylines front and center. 

The podcast will also bring listeners interviews with their favorite cast and crew. Confirmed guests include series regulars America Ferrera, Vanessa Williams and Judith Light, along with pilot director Richard Shepard, and Executive Producer of Ugly Betty and “Viva Betty” Teri Weinberg, among others.

“It’s beyond my wildest dreams to be hosting ‘Viva Betty’ with Ana. I’m so excited to have the perfect excuse to spend even more time with my best friend and catching up with our ‘Ugly Betty’ family,” said Indelicato.

"’Ugly Betty’ was more than just a TV show for me — it was a family, an experience that shaped my life in ways I’ll never forget. Getting to revisit those stories and reunite with the cast and crew who made them so special feels like coming home. I can’t wait to relive the magic with Mark and share it with old fans and a whole new generation,” added Ortiz.

“There aren't many stories of us in mainstream media that truly and respectfully represent the joy and amazing nuances of being Latino. ‘Ugly Betty’ did that and created an unprecedented impact in American pop culture at large. That's the power of authenticity. We’re thrilled to partner with Ana, Mark and the team at Propagate to revisit a show that touched so many lives from all walks of life,” said Leo Gomez, head of iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network. “At iHeartMedia and My Cultura, we’re committed to supporting Latino storytelling in media and we can’t wait for ‘Viva Betty’ to bring together original ‘Ugly Betty’ viewers while also introducing the show to the next generation of fans.”

The 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. Since launch, the network has seen steady listener growth and has become home to more than 60 podcasts including hit series “Chiquis and Chill,” “Princess of South Beach,'' “Wrestling with Freddie,” “Sacred Scandal,” “Radio Ambulante,” “Magical Rewind,” “He Said, Ella Dijo with Eric Winter and Roselyn Sanchez,” “Enrique Santos Podcast,” “You vs You with Lex Borrero” and many more. In tandem with the network’s fourth anniversary this past June, it was announced that Eva Longoria and her studio Hyphenate Media Group joined actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama as stakeholders of My Cultura. Listeners can find the full catalog of My Cultura podcasts here.

“Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch” will be available, beginning Thursday, October 2 with new episodes released weekly on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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About Mark Indelicato

Mark Indelicato is best known for his role as the confident and creative Justin, Betty’s nephew and the youngest of the Suarez family. He is also known for shows like Hacks and With Love. He grew up in Philadelphia and studied International Relations at NYU.

About Ana Ortiz 

Ana Ortiz broke out as Ugly Betty’s sassy but loyal older sister Hilda, a young mom who puts family first. Ana has also starred in Love, Victor, #Freerayshawn, Whiskey Cavalier, and Devious Maids, as well as roles in The Mindy Project, How to Get Away With Murder, black-ish, A.U.S.A., Boston Legal, and many more. Recently she starred as Jen in the new season of Goosebumps. Ana is a New York native.

Captivating Podcast Unraveling the Mysterious Death in a Jungle Paradise to Premiere on October 9 with Two Episodes

NEW YORK AND LOS ANGELES - September 25, 2025 - Following the international success of the historical true crime podcast The Butterfly King, Exactly Right Media—home to the global hit show My Favorite Murder—is partnering with iHeartPodcasts and Blanchard House on a new limited series, Hell in Heaven, premiering October 9, 2025. Listeners can hear the official podcast trailer now, HERE.

John Bender, a young Wall Street genius lands in the Costa Rican jungle with a vast fortune and visions of paradise - but ends up in hell. He and his wife, Ann Bender, build a spectacular circular mansion deep in the rainforest - a sanctuary for themselves and for endangered wildlife. But sinister forces soon have the couple fearing for their lives. They transform their paradise home into a fortress surrounded by armed guards. And when a single gunshot leaves one of them dead, a baffling mystery ensues. 

Over eight compelling episodes, host and award-winning journalist Becky Milligan will take listeners deep into the heart of the jungle, uncovering a tale of luxury, tragedy and relentless murder trials in this unmissable story of wealth, isolation and obsession. 

"With the Blanchard House team, we have brought yet another unbelievable true crime case to life. This series captivates the listener and elevates the genre,” says Karen Kilgariff, CEO of Exactly Right Media. “And our partnership with iHeartPodcasts is what makes the whole project possible.” 

“This is a story of a couple who started out with dreams of a new life in the jungle and a vast fortune, and the awful events that transpired. It’s a fascinating mystery that demands attention, and it was a pleasure to bring it to audiences with Exactly Right and iHeart.” commented Rosie Pye, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Blanchard House.

“We are excited to debut this new co-produced podcast with Exactly Right Media and to work with Blanchard House to help bring the project to life,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “This bizarre true crime podcast will captivate listeners, transporting them deep into the jungle through amazing audio storytelling as they try to unravel what actually happened inside this paradise fortress.”

“Hell in Heaven,” co-produced by Exactly Right Media and iHeartPodcasts in collaboration with Blanchard House, tells an extraordinary true story featuring exclusive interviews with John Bender’s parents and an arresting original score – set against actual startling sounds recorded from inside the Costa Rican jungle.

“Hell in Heaven” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available to listeners on the iHeartRadio app and all major podcast platforms with new episodes released weekly beginning October 9, 2025. For more information visit HERE. 

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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 of “My Favorite Murder” and beyond.

The new podcast will transport listeners into dark online forums, unveiling the tragic human cost of a subculture rooted in hate

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WHAT: iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 global podcast publisher according to Podtrac, and KT Studios, a scripted and podcast production company and leader in true-crime storytelling, today announced their latest groundbreaking podcast, "Incels.” This in-depth series will venture into the troubling world of “involuntary celibates”—predominantly young, heterosexual men prone to anger, isolation, and resentment—exploring how frustration morphs into cruelty, harassment, and even violence. The first episode will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard on Wednesday, September 24.

“Incels” will transport listeners into dark online forums, unveiling the tragic human cost of a subculture rooted in hate. With exclusive first-hand stories, empathetic expert commentary, and reflections from former and current incels, this series will not aim to sensationalize—but to understand. Episodes will dissect how these digital communities form, why they're proliferating, and the emotional cycles that ensnare men, offering not just insight, but hope for those seeking an exit.

WHO: KT Studios’ Stephanie Lydecker serves as executive producer, alongside producers Courtney Armstrong and Gabriel Castillo. Tyler Klang serves as executive producer for iHeartPodcasts. Additional producing by Carolyn Miller and Conor Powell.

WHEN + WHERE: New episodes of “Incels” will be available every Wednesday on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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About KT Studios

Founded by production executive Stephanie Lydecker, KT Studios has emerged as a true-crime powerhouse, transforming compelling intellectual property into hit podcasts, documentaries, and scripted content. Under Lydecker’s leadership, the studio has produced #1 chart-topping podcasts including The Piketon Massacre — adapted into Peacock and Oxygen’s most-streamed documentary The Pike County Murders: A Family Massacre — Murder 101, now in development as a feature film for Amazon Studios, and The Idaho Massacre, which inspired the hit Peacock documentary, The Idaho Student Murders, debuting at #1 on the platform. Collectively, these three podcasts have amassed more than 75 million listeners. KT Studios is also the creative force behind iHeart’s groundbreaking live format True Crime Tonight, broadcasting to more than 20 stations nationwide every Sunday through Thursday and co-hosted by Stephanie Lydecker, Courtney Armstrong, and Baudi Moovan. Since its debut, the show has held the #1 position in iHeart’s crime category. Additional hits from the KT Studios slate include Death Island, Crazy in Love, and True Crimes with John and Deanna.

Hulu Served as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival Livestreaming the Event Each Night and the iHeartRadio Music Festival special including highlights from the event will be available to stream on Hulu on October 2

NEW YORK – September 22, 2025 – After two days and dozens of unforgettable moments, the annual iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, concluded on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with legendary performances on September 19 and 20 by Bailey Zimmerman, BigXthaPlug, Bryan Adams, Diplo, Ed Sheeran, GloRilla, Jelly Roll, John Fogerty, Justice, LL COOL J, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Sammy Hagar, Tate McRae, The Offspring and Tim McGraw.

The House of Music presented by Hyundai returned for its third year. The dynamic fan experience is inspired by the artists who performed that weekend at the festival main stage including Ed Sheeran, LL COOL J, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Tate McRae and more. This free event was open to the public and invited guests to explore over 12 interactive rooms, immersing themselves in the lives, music and passions of their favorite artists and brands. Guests got the chance to experience their favorite brands in all new ways and walk away with prizes and limited-edition swag. Some of the brands in the installation include Presenting Partner Hyundai, Arm & Hammer Power Sheets, Audible, belVita, Capital One and Lenovo Legion.

Highlights of the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival:

Night one- Friday, September 19:

• Hip hop icon LL COOL J's set began with the rapper then making his grand entrance to the tune of his 1987 classic, "I Need Love," before delivering energetic renditions of his other hits "Mama Said Knock You Out," "Luv You Better," and "I'm Bad." He closed out with "The G.O.A.T." by performing his hit from his 2000 album, G.O.A.T..
• Jelly Roll wowed the crowd during his jaw-dropping performance, including an incredible mix of song covers featuring Nickelback's "How You Remind Me," Lynyrd Skynyrd’s "Sweet Home Alabama," DMX’s "Party Up," Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa’s "Young, Wild & Free," and Miley Cyrus' "Flowers."
• Bryan Adams performed songs like "Run to You," "Somebody" and "Roll With the Punches," as well as nostalgic fan favorites like "Heaven" and "Summer of '69."
• Award-winning duo Justice, made up of Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay, blended elements of rock, funk, disco and more throughout the thrilling festival set, including career-spanning hits like “Neverender,” “One Night/All Night,” 2007’s Grammy-nominated breakout single “D.A.N.C.E.,” and more.
• Sammy Hagar shredded his way through his set with, wowing the crowd with a legendary performance of "Right Now," "I Can't Drive Route 55," "Heavy Metal" and "Thank you,". 
• After treating the crowd to fan favorites and one of their newest songs, "Love Is Like," Maroon 5's Adam Levine revealed that the group wanted to do "something special." Hinting that it was "an old, old song" that they don't often perform at big shows and one that is "special" to the group, he and guitarist James Valentine performed an acoustic rendition of "She Will Be Loved." 
• Diplo turned the venue into a massive nightclub by performing some of his greatest hits like "On My Mind" and "Where Are Ü Now" plus other bangers by Pitbull, Black Eyed Peas, and more. To close out his set, the superstar DJ/producer brought out Bailey Zimmerman to perform their summer anthem "Ashes."
• Tate McRae took over the stage at T-Mobile Arena by kicking off her performance with "Sports Car," from her latest album So Close to What before going into an enchanting rendition "You Broke Me First," her hit from her 2021 EP Too Young to Be Sad. She also performed "Run for the Hills" and "Exes." 
• BigXthaPlug closed out night one of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with his smash hit “Change Me” followed by other popular tracks like “Whip It” and “Levels.” Midway into his set, BigXthaPlug invited Bailey Zimmerman onstage to perform their latest collaboration, “All The Way” from his new rap-country album, I Hope You're Happy.

Night two- Saturday, September 20:

• The Offspring opened up the second night of the iHeartRadio Music Festival with their hits “Pretty Fly (For A White Guy),” “The Kids Aren’t Alright” and “Self Esteem,” and got the crowd moving with giant beach balls being passed around the arena.
• John Fogerty kept the energy up with a legendary performance full of his greatest hits including “Bad Moon Rising,” “Have You Ever Seen the Rain,” “Fortunate Son,” “Proud Mary” and more. 
• Tim McGraw rocked the stage with his hits “Real Good Man,” “Where The Green Grass Grows,” and brought out his nephew Timothy Wayne to perform “Paper Umbrellas.”
• Ed Sheeran commanded the stage alone with just an acoustic guitar and loop pedal. He performed his hits “Shivers,” “Azizam,” “Perfect,” “Shape of You” and more.
• Mariah Carey wowed the crowd with an unforgettable performance of her fan favorites “Fantasy,” “Always Be My Baby,” “Obsessed,” and midway through her set, she performed her recent single "Sugar Sweet" from her upcoming album, Here For It All, which is set to drop next week.
• GloRilla closed out the final night of the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival. She opened the show with her hit "Blessed" followed by her other fan favorites, including "Hollon," "Tomorrow," "Wanna Be," and her collaboration with Big Boogie, "Bop." At one point during her set, Glo slowed it down to belt out her song "I Luv Her" featuring T-Pain. GloRilla closed out the show with her classics "FNF (Let's Go!), "TGIF," and "Yeah Glo!"

The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival also featured celebrity appearances including Ariana Rodriguez and Zoe Muñoz, Cass Holland, Daisy Kent, EJAE, Gia Giudice, Jana Kramer, Jasmine Amy Rogers, JO1, Juju Green, Kyle MacLachlan, Leah Kateb, Lele Pons, MD Motivator, Pasha Pashkov, Runaway June, Samuel Donner, Shenseea and Tyler Wells.

Each night, the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One broadcasts live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. Hulu served as the Official Streaming Destination of the festival, with performances livestreamed each night exclusively to all Hulu subscribers. Additional information about the livestream can be found at huluhaslivemusic.com/iheartfestival. Plus, an iHeartRadio Music Festival special including highlights from the event will be available to stream on Hulu on October 2.

Proud Partners of this year’s iHeartRadio Music Festival main stage event include Presenting Partner Capital One, Arm & Hammer Power Sheets, Audible, belVita, Hyundai, Impossible Foods, Lenovo Legion, M&M’S®, Paris Baguette and STK Steakhouse.

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

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

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Red Carpet: https://iheartradio.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000y2YeWt1CZ1Q/G00007Iro_5WBTCo/Red-Carpet 

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Hosted by journalist Evan Ratliff, the five-part series features bestselling author Walter Isaacson and tells the story of Nobel Prize winner Jennifer Doudna and the birth of CRISPR

New episodes air every Tuesday

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NEW YORK – September 18, 2025 – Kaleidoscope, the New York-based podcasting company redefining science and technology storytelling, and iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced that "ON CRISPR: The Story of Jennifer Doudna with Walter Isaacson" has joined its slate of educational audio at the intersection of technology, science, and culture. Hosted by journalist Evan Ratliff with insights from acclaimed biographer and journalist Walter Isaacson, this five-part series guides listeners through the story of Jennifer Doudna, the Nobel Prize–winning scientist who co-created the revolutionary gene-editing tool known as CRISPR. The podcast follows previous series from Walter Isaacson, including On Musk and On Benjamin Franklin. New episodes are released every Tuesday.

From the first whispers of genetically edited babies in China to lifesaving treatments for rare diseases, ON CRISPR explores the promise, peril, and ethical dilemmas of a technology powerful enough to rewrite human destiny. The series traces the intense global competition, personal stakes, and moral questions that define this new frontier in biology, what Isaacson calls the “third great revolution” of modern times.

“ON CRISPR is a story of discovery, competition, and consequences that touches every one of us,” said Walter Isaacson. “Through this podcast, listeners will get a front-row seat to the drama of science in action, and to the ethical questions that will shape our lives for generations to come.”

“Jennifer Doudna’s story is a tale of how great scientific discoveries really happen,” said Evan Ratliff, Host of ON CRISPR." “Hearing it through the prism of Walter’s reporting gives you a deep sense of the personal curiosity, scientific collaboration, ruthless competition, and ethical dilemmas that created and still surround one of the most significant advancements of our time.”

The addition of "ON CRISPR" to Kaleidoscope’s expanding slate of shows follows the company’s recent Series A raise, co-led by Burda Principal Investments and North Base Media, which is fueling the growth of its genre-defining podcast platform. ON CRISPR is the latest addition to Kaleidoscope and iHeartPodcasts’ growing slate of acclaimed shows, joining their flagship show TechStuff with hosts Oz Woloshyn and Karah Preiss; America’s Crime Lab, a gripping new podcast with Othram uncovering the truth behind unsolved crimes across America; Levittown, a deepfake AI true crime series in collaboration with Bloomberg; Part-Time Genius hosted by Mangesh Hattikudur and Will Pearson; Kill Switch hosted by Emmy-winning journalist Dexter Thomas; No Such Thing hosted by journalists and longtime friends Manny Fidel, Noah Friedman, and Devan Joseph; and On Musk With Walter Isaacson among others. With "ON CRISPR," Kaleidoscope continues advancing its mission to tell groundbreaking stories of science and discovery that shape humanity’s future.

“It’s stunning the way that CRISPR has changed the medical landscape, and to be able to shine a light on Jennifer Doudna’s story and breakthrough is a privilege,” said Mangesh Hattikudur, Co-founder of Kaleidoscope. “Evan and Walter capture the human drama, Jennifer’s story, and the ethical stakes in a way that feels urgent, gripping, and relevant. We’re proud to share this content with listeners everywhere.”

“What excites me about 'ON CRISPR' is that it’s not just a science podcast, it’s a story about people, power, and the future of humanity,” said Oz Woloshyn, Co-founder of Kaleidoscope. “Jennifer Doudna’s journey and Walter Isaacson’s insight make this series both intimate and epic, and we’re thrilled to bring it to audiences with iHeartPodcasts.”

"ON CRISPR" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available now on the iHeartRadio app and all major podcast platforms. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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ABOUT ON CRISPR: The Story of Jennifer Doudna with Walter Isaacson

A single scientific breakthrough changed the future of humanity, setting off the third great revolution of modern times. As with any revolution, things didn’t happen neatly or quietly. One figure stood at the center of it all: Jennifer Doudna, the Nobel Prize-winning biochemist who co-created CRISPR. Her invention signified the arrival of a newfound ability to edit our genes, as simply as we edit a sentence, with a word processor. From Walter Isaacson - the bestselling biographer behind Musk, Einstein, and Steve Jobs – and journalist Evan Ratliff (Mastermind, co-host of the beloved Longform podcast) comes a behind-the-scenes look at the story of Jennifer Doudna. Her personal trajectory, and that of her collaborators and competitors, tells the story of how we arrived at this new frontier of gene editing. It’s a story filled with global stakes and fiery competition. And a story that touches upon the ethical considerations that gene editing brings. 

About Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope is the leading science and technology podcast network, telling thrilling stories of consequence that unpack the new scientific renaissance. Founded by Oz Woloshyn and Mangesh Hattikudur in 2022, Kaleidoscope's network reaches millions of listeners and is home to hit shows including On Musk: with Walter Isaacson and The Last Soviet: with Lance Bass. Visit www.k-scope.com for more information.