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New Eight-Part Series Explores the Life and Legacy of American Storyteller and Icon Laura Ingalls Wilder

Listen to the trailer here

WHAT: iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced that “Wilder,” a new original podcast exploring the life and legacy of American Icon Laura Ingalls Wilder, will premiere at Tribeca Film Festival as part of the 2023 audio storytelling lineup.  

Named one of Vulture’s “Top Podcasts We Can’t Wait to Listen to This Summer,” “Wilder” centers on the life and legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder, the great American storyteller. Since the first “Little House on The Prairie” book was published in 1932, generations of readers have flocked to Wilder’s cozy stories of the Ingalls’ family settling the Western frontier. The series inspired a TV show, pageants and entire fashion lines. Behind this franchise is a woman who experienced almost a full century of American history. Wilder made her first trips in a covered wagon and later flew on a jet plane. Laura Ingalls Wilder’s life and legacy remain as powerful, mesmerizing, controversial and violent as the America she represents. In a country currently at odds with itself and its history could there be a better time for an exploration of this woman? 

WHO: Series host Glynnis MacNicol is a writer, speaker, digital media consultant and podcast editor who lives in New York City. Her memoir, “No One Tells You This,” was named one of the Best Books of 2018 by Esquire, the Financial Times and was a 2019 New York Times 'Paperback Row' pick.

WHEN: “Wilder” will be available on June 8, 2023, with new episodes launching every Thursday.

WHERE: “Wilder” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. Listen to the official trailer now here.

COVER ART:  Download the official podcast cover art here.

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The Two-Day Main Stage Event Will Feature Performances from Foo Fighters, Fall Out Boy, Kelly Clarkson, Kane Brown, Lil Wayne, Lil Durk, Lenny Kravitz, Miguel, Public Enemy, Sheryl Crow, Travis Scott, Tim McGraw, TLC, Thirty Seconds to Mars and More; Hosted by Ryan Seacrest on September 22 and 23 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

For the First Time, Hulu Will Serve as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival

Tickets Available to General Public on AXS.com beginning June 16

NEW YORK, N.Y -June 6, 2023- iHeartMedia today announced the lineup for the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival, the annual legendary concert event takes place on Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23 at Las Vegas’ hottest entertainment venue, T-Mobile Arena. This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival will feature performances by Foo Fighters, Fall Out Boy, Kelly Clarkson, Kane Brown, Lil Wayne, Lil Durk, Lenny Kravitz, Miguel, Public Enemy, Sheryl Crow, Travis Scott, Tim McGraw, TLC, Thirty Seconds to Mars and more. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the iHeartRadio Music Festival will once again include one-of-a-kind collaborations and surprise performances.

“We’re particularly excited about this year’s lineup,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “This is the only festival in the world with this range of genres - spanning all the styles you hear on our 860 stations and the iHeartRadio app. Each performer can sell out on their own, so it’s incredibly rare that you can see them all together on the same stage.”

Each night, the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival will broadcast live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. For the first time this year, Hulu will serve as the Official Streaming Destination of the iHeartRadio Music Festival, adding to its already robust slate of live event content. Performances will be livestreamed exclusively to Hulu subscribers at no additional cost, and highlights will be available on-demand on Hulu in the weeks following the event. For more information on the livestream line-up, stay tuned to Hulu’s site and social channels.

“This is the most diverse festival in music and we are excited to once again host a ‘Best in Class’ group of superstar artists to perform on the same stage,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “And, for the first time in our 13 year history we are proud to partner with Hulu to bring this unforgettable live show to millions of fans across the country.”

Eligible Capital One cardholders will have priority access to presale tickets for the iHeartRadio Music Festival beginning Wednesday, June 14 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET through Friday, June 16 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET or while presale tickets last. For presale tickets and more details, visit iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne. Eligible Capital One cardholders can also add a Capital One Access Pass to their purchase, to enjoy an exclusive cardholder pre-concert event featuring a private soundcheck performance by Fall Out Boy, plus complimentary food, drinks, and more. Capital One Access Passes are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, when the presale period opens, eligible Capital One cardholders can also redeem their rewards for tickets, Capital One Access Passes, and special VIP packages on Capital One Entertainment while supplies last.

In addition, throughout a summer-long on-air and online promotion, iHeartMedia station listeners across the country will have chances to win exclusive trips to Las Vegas where they will join thousands of other dedicated music fans to experience the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival.

Proud partners of this year's event include Audible, Capital One, The Hartford Small Business Insurance, Hyundai, M&M's®, MGM Resorts, Seagram’s Escapes, T-Mobile, Wild Turkey® Bourbon, [Yellow Tail] Wine, with more to be announced.

The 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival is co-produced by John Sykes and Tom Poleman for iHeartMedia; and Michael Dempsey for Dempsey Productions.

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

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

The Event Will Also Feature Performances by Brandi Carlile, Adam Lambert, Big Freedia, Ciara, Billy Porter, Hayley Kiyoko, Kesha, Kelsea Ballerini and More

Hosted by JoJo Siwa on June 15, Streaming on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook Pages, PrideRadio.com, Revry, The Roku Channel and The Advocate Channel

WHAT:            iHeartMedia announced today that critically acclaimed singer and songwriter FLETCHER will join the previously announced lineup for Procter & Gamble® (P&G) and iHeartMedia’s “Can’t Cancel Pride 2023 – The Future Starts Now,” an evening recognizing the LGBTQ+ community and celebrating organizations creating a more inclusive and equal world on June 15.

“Can’t Cancel Pride” was started during the COVID-19 pandemic when so many Pride events were forced to cancel around the world and has raised over $11 million for six participating LGBTQ+ charitable organizations including, GLAAD, The Trevor Project, National Black Justice Coalition, SAGE, Centerlink and OutRight International. In 2022 alone, Can’t Cancel Pride reached 20 million viewers and listeners.

WHO:              This year, “Can’t Cancel Pride” will feature performances by Elton John Impact Award Recipient Brandi Carlile, Adam Lambert, Big Freedia, Ciara, Billy Porter, GLAAD Media Award Recipient FLETCHER, Hayley Kiyoko, Kesha, Kelsea Ballerini and more.

WHEN:           Thursday, June 15, 2023.

WHERE:         “Can’t Cancel Pride” will stream on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages as well as iHeartRadio’s PrideRadio.com, Revry, The Roku Channel and The Advocate Channel on June 15 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. The event will be available on-demand throughout Pride Month until Friday, June 30.

MORE:            The event is a month-long Pride celebration throughout June. iHeartMedia radio stations will air spots encouraging listeners to tune into the livestream on June 15 and watch the event on demand. Fans can follow along on social media using the hashtag #CantCancelPride and support the participating nonprofits by visiting cantcancelpride.com or texting “RAINBOW” to 513-654-2622.

Additional proud partners of “Can’t Cancel Pride” include Harris Teeter, Native, OLAY®, Walmart and Vicks®, with more to be announced.

Executive Producers for “Can’t Cancel Pride” are John Sykes, Tom Poleman, Bart Peters and Gayle Troberman of iHeartMedia; “Can’t Cancel Pride” Co-Founder Brent Miller of P&G; David Collins, Michael Williams, Rob Eric, Renata Lombardo and John Wehage of Scout Productions and Executive Producer and Showrunner Larissa A.K. Matsson of Scout Productions.

Beginning today, the weekly interview series is available on iHeartRadio,YouTube and all major podcast platforms with all-new episodes releasing on Saturdays

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NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES (June 1, 2023) – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, announced today that “The Aarthi and Sriram Show” — the hit podcast hosted by veteran technologists Aarthi Ramamurthy and Sriram Krishnan — will join iHeartPodcasts. Each Saturday, listeners hear optimistic conversations with influential people building and creating new products and technologies.

"Our show is all about optimism and telling the stories of unique individuals who have reached the top of their fields after starting on the outside. We are grateful to our community for supporting us and helping us grow. We are excited to partner with iHeartPodcasts in this next chapter and collaborate on exciting content for our audience," said Ramamurthy and Krishnan in a joint statement.

The tech power couple initially launched the show on Clubhouse in December 2020, and the series quickly became one of the most influential programs on the app. In 2022, Ramamurthy and Krishnan pivoted “The Aarthi and Sriram Show” to a weekly podcast series -- interviewing luminaries such as Elon Musk, Virgil Abloh, Indra Nooyi, A. R. Rahman, Rob McElhenney and Diane Von Furstenberg.

“Aarthi and Sriram have created an impressive show featuring insightful conversations with top minds across industries,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “These two have also built a highly engaged community, and we are thrilled to welcome ‘The Aarthi and Sriram Show’ to iHeartPodcasts -- and help the show to reach an even wider audience.” The show has amassed millions of downloads and views across YouTube and social media since launch – reaching a global audience spanning the United States, India, United Kingdom and the Middle East.

“The Aarthi and Sriram Show” is now distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and all major podcast platforms.

About Aarthi Ramamurthy & Sriram Krishnan

Aarthi Ramamurthy and Sriram Krishnan are a tech power couple. They grew up in India where they met as teenagers and went on to have leadership roles in the heart of Silicon Valley running organizations at Meta, Twitter, Microsoft and more. Sriram is currently an investor at a leading venture capital firm and Aarthi is Chief Product Officer at a large commerce company.

The Event Will Feature a Performance by Flo Rida Including His Current Single “What A Night” and Special iHeartLand Experiences Including a Flo Rida House

Select iHeartRadio Stations Across the Country Will Also Broadcast the Performance on June 10

NEW YORK – May 31, 2023 – iHeartMedia announced today that iHeartLand, the premiere metaverse destination and always-on entertainment space, will host a special performance by Flo Rida at State Farm Park in Fortnite and on Roblox.  The six-song performance will feature his current single “What A Night” alongside his biggest hits on Friday, June 9 at 7 p.m. ET and will be available to fans in iHeartLand through Sunday, June 11. In addition, the event will include all-new interactive features and experiences including Flo Rida’s House available May 31 through June 11.

On iHeartLand In Fortnite, Flo Rida’s House will join the island as an escape room-style game where players will travel through Flo Rida’s game room, movie room and culminate in iHeartLand’s exclusive Fortnite backyard that has a pool party feel with a photo station, outdoor stage and pool to collect gold and compete for the fastest time on the State Farm leaderboard. Players can send a screenshot with their time to @AtlasCreativeFN on Twitter to appear on the leaderboard and try to overtake Jake from State Farm’s high score.

New to iHeartLand: Radio Star Simulator on Roblox, users will embark on a scavenger hunt in Flo Rida’s House, located in the State Farm Neighborhood. moving through the movie room, jacuzzi room, music studio and outdoor pool collecting the letters F-L-O-R-I-D-A to earn daily rewards. Rewards will increase each day and will include a Flo Rida radio pet; Flo Rida hoverboard to ride around iHeartLand; an exclusive avatar accessory that users can wear throughout Roblox when the scavenger hunt is completed for seven days in a row – exclusive gold and black Flo Rida oversized sunglasses; and more. Plus, Jake from State Farm will be stationed outside of the house to host the scavenger hunt details and welcome users. Plus, Flo Rida’s single “What A Night” will be added to the simulator’s sound fields for users to find and collect.

Fans can visit iheartradio.com/iheartland now to check out the Flo Rida House experiences and stop by on June 9 for Flo Rida’performance celebrating his single “What A Night.” iHeartRadio Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR) and select Hot Adult Contemporary (AC) stations will also broadcast the performance on June 10 at 7 p.m. local time.

This is an independently created Fortnite experience and is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Epic Games, Inc.

The 10-part series peels back the layers of the case surrounding the serial murders carried out by cult leader Cecilia Steyn and her criminal enterprise, Electus Per Deus

“Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult” Now Available On iHeartRadio  

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WHAT: iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, according to Podtrac, and School of Humans today announce “Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult,” a new true crime podcast hosted by award-winning filmmaker Kurt Kubicek. The 10-part narrative series follows the mayhem caused by the woman known as the Charles Manson of South Africa. The cult leader Cecilia Steyn and her devotees in Electus Per Deus (Chosen by God) murdered 11 innocent people over the course of four years.

In “Queen Havoc and her Murder Cult,” Kubicek travels to Krugersdorp, South Africa: the mining town just west of Johannesburg that was terrorized by these brutal serial killings. Kubicek peels back this twisted story to reveal exploitation of belief systems, leveraging the occult as a scapegoat for murder, and how repeated abuse and fear can push seemingly normal people to unspeakable violence. He uncovers new information and a trail of police corruption through exclusive interviews with detectives from the South African Police Service, journalists who covered the case and ensuing trial, and even some of the former cult members themselves. Those who managed to stay alive. “Queen Havoc and her Murder Cult” is a podcast about manipulation, murder, and the longing to belong.

“Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult” is distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network and will be available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

WHO: Host Kurt Kubicek, born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, is an International Award-Winning Filmmaker (Best Director, Best Drama). He has been producing and directing films, documentaries, commercials, comedy specials and music videos over the last decade. His films can be streamed on multiple platforms, including "1/10 of a Second,” "Un Regalo Esencial (An Essential Gift), " and Jamie Kennedy's latest comedy special, "Stoopid Smart". In Kubicek’s podcast debut, “Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult,” he explores the human condition and the extreme lengths to which individuals will go to find a sense of belonging.

WHEN: The first two episodes of “Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult” will be available today with new episodes launching every Tuesday.

WHERE: Listen to “Queen Havoc and Her Murder Cult” on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

Editor’s Note: Podcast cover art is available for download HERE. Use the below embed code to include the podcast audio player in your article.

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About School of Humans

School of Humans is a multi-platform production company producing series for television (Dirty Jobs, Stuff You Should Know). The company launched its audio division with the hit true crime podcast HELL AND GONE. The perennial top ten podcast is now in its fourth season, with over 16 million downloads to date. School of Humans Audio now boasts a slate of successful non-fiction titles distributed under a multi-year deal with iHeartMedia. Among them, “Unreformed: The Story of the Alabama Industrial School for Negro Children (#1 Apple and Spotify History Podcast charts); Sanctum Unmasked (with VOGUE Sex Columnist Karley Scirotino) ; ASTRAY ( #15 on Apple podcasts); and RACKET (A Vulture “Best New True Crime Podcasts” pick). School of Humans’ first scripted podcast, Sisters of The Underground starring Dania Ramirez (X-Men, Sweet Tooth) and Judy Reyes (Succession,Scrubs) was produced in conjunction with My Cultura and Eva Longoria.

About iHeartMedia

iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, reaching over 90% of Americans every month. iHeart’s broadcast radio assets alone have more consumer reach in the U.S. than any other media outlet; twice the reach of the next largest broadcast radio company; and over four times the ad-enabled reach 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 and has the number one social footprint among audio players, with seven times more followers than the next audio media brand, and the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

Over 700 Unique Experiences and Deals Available for First Annual Access Day on June 1

NEW YORK – May 24, 2023 – On the first-ever Access Day, June 1, 2023, iHeartMedia, the No. 1 audio company in the United States which reaches nine out of 10 Americans every month, will provide unprecedented access to the hottest music, artists, one-of-a-kind experiences and unmissable deals across the U.S. The 24-hour broadcast radio takeover event is iHeartMedia’s way of saying thank you to the hundreds of millions of listeners who tune into the company’s 860+ radio stations across the U.S. every month.

iHeartMedia’s Access Day will give listeners access to hundreds of epic prizes that only iHeart can deliver, such as concert tickets, giveaways and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to meet some of today's biggest artists touring this summer and the most popular on-air personalities. Reaching more than a quarter of a billion listeners monthly, Access Day will demonstrate to brands iHeartMedia’s ability to reach all Americans, everywhere.

"Access Day is more than a celebration of radio, it’s a showcase of how iHeartMedia - the ultimate access company - can break down the walls between creators, fans and brands in a way no one else can,” said Greg Ashlock, CEO of iHeartMedia Multiplatform Group. “We give consumers unmatched access to the most amazing content, experiences and talent, and this Access Day we’re going all-in across 860 live broadcast stations in 160 markets across America.”

The full list of prizes will be announced June 1 on-air and will include once-in-a-lifetime experiences with artists, bands and influencers such as Beck & Phoenix, Dierks Bentley, DJ Envy, Big Time Rush, Bobby Bones, Steve Covino & Rich Davis, Colin Cowherd, Elvis Duran, Mario Lopez, Dan Patrick, P!NK, Charlie Puth, Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire, Enrique Santos, LL COOL J, Tyler Florence and Wells Adams and Angela Yee. Access Day will offer fans nationwide more than 700 deals and experiences including all-expense-paid VIP trips and front row access to festivals and shows such as the Hot Summer Nights Tour with TLC & Shaggy and special guests En Vogue & Sean Kingston, and the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival hosted by Ryan Seacrest. Other offerings include discounts and promotions from participating brands such as Daily Harvest, Gametime, Legacybox, Live Nation, P&G Swiffer, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Temu, Wayfair and more.

“iHeartMedia is the multiplatform leader in audio, built on the unparalleled connection and power of radio, and with a reach that is far larger than any other audio company,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer of iHeartMedia. “Access Day not only showcases our reach -- it also demonstrates our ability to connect directly with consumers across the country in meaningful and authentic ways – through our trusted on-air personalities and offering exclusive access to incredible deals and experiences like no other company.”  

For more information on how to participate in Access Day, please visit iHeartRadioAccessDay.com or tune into any of your local iHeartMedia Radio Stations.

iHeartMedia and P&G Announce Star-Studded Lineup for “Can’t Cancel Pride 2023 – The Future Starts Now”

iHeartRadio’s National Flyaway with Lauren Daigle Runs from May 15 to May 21

NEW YORK, N.Y. – May 19, 2023 – iHeartMedia celebrated new music and artists recently with World Premiere debuts and more. On May 19, Jason Aldean’s "Try That In A Small Town" had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartCountry stations, Maroon 5’s "Middle Ground" had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Hot AC stations and Post Malone’s “Mourning” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Rhythm CHR stations.

Additionally, Mainstream iHeartCountry stations will host an “iHeartLand Takeover” from May 19 to May 20, promoting Bailey Zimmerman’s performance over the same two days in the metaverse by featuring songs from the singer. Zimmerman’s performance in iHeartLand will stream for two days only following the release of his debut album “Religiously. The Album.” last week. During "Bailey Zimmerman in iHeartLand," the country singer/songwriter will perform songs from his new album, as well as talk about the project and more during a special Q&A hosted by iHeartRadio's Anne Hudson. Fans can experience "Bailey Zimmerman in iHeartLand" starting Friday, May 19 at 7pm ET/4pm PT. Visit iHeartLand for more information.

This week, iHeartMedia announced the star-studded lineup for P&G and iHeartMedia’s “Can’t Cancel Pride 2023 – The Future Starts Now,” an evening recognizing the LGBTQ+ community and celebrating organizations creating a more inclusive and equal world. The special event will feature performances from some of today’s hottest artists and appearances from influential voices in the LGBTQ+ community, including Elton John Impact Award Recipient Brandi Carlile, Adam Lambert, Big Freedia, Ciara, Billy Porter, Hayley Kiyoko, Kesha, Kelsea Ballerini and more. Hosted by singer, actress and social media phenom JoJo Siwa, the one-hour benefit special will stream iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages as well as iHeartRadio’s PrideRadio.com, Revry, The Roku Channel and The Advocate Channel on June 15 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. 

iHeartMedia’s latest National Flyaway Sweepstakes kicked off on May 15, giving fans the chance to win a trip to see Lauren Daigle on her upcoming “The Kaleidoscope Tour.” By listening to “Coffee Shop Radio” on the iHeartRadio app, fans can qualify to win a prize package that includes two VIP tickets to see Lauren Daigle on “The Kaleidoscope Tour” in the city of their choosing, with roundtrip airfare and a two-night hotel accommodation for two included. The winner and their guest will also have a backstage meet & greet with Daigle. Listen to the “Coffee Shop Radio” on the iHeartRadio app through May 21 for the chance to win.

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

WHAT: iHeartPodcasts and Shondaland Audio today launch “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Official Podcast,” to coincide with the new Bridgerton prequel series Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Gabrielle Collins, host of the original “Bridgerton: The Official Podcast,” will now explore the cast and creative minds behind Queen Charlotte, dissecting each episode of Shondaland’s stellar prequel for devoted fans. 

This series unveils the behind-the-scenes details of the epic love story with cast and crew, including writer and creator Shonda Rhimes, executive producer and series director Tom Verica, and actors India Amarteifio, Corey Mylchreest and Arsema Thomas. No detail goes unchecked as each episode unpacks the one-of-a-kind story for character deep-dives, hilarious tales of off-the-clock rendezvous and the creative processes that brought the show to life.

WHEN: Today, May 18 with new episodes available on Thursdays.

WHERE: “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Official Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

COVER ART: Download official cover art HERE.

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About Shondaland Audio

Shondaland Audio is the home for entertaining, inclusive and informative podcasts. We aim to tell new stories and foster discussions that allow the audience to feel seen no matter who they are. Comprised of both scripted and unscripted podcasts, the various series encourage our storytellers to bring their unique voice and perspective to a wide array of topics and conversations.

The Event Will Honor Icon Brandi Carlile with the Elton John Impact Award for Her Humanitarian Work Through the Looking Out Foundation

“Can’t Cancel Pride” Will Stream on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook Pages, PrideRadio.com, Revry, The Roku Channel and The Advocate Channel

Benefit Will Raise Visibility and Funds for GLAAD, SAGE, The Trevor Project, the National Black Justice Coalition, CenterLink and OutRight Action International

New York – May 18, 2023 – This June, Procter & Gamble® (P&G) and iHeartMedia invite people everywhere to join “Can’t Cancel Pride 2023 – The Future Starts Now,” an evening recognizing the LGBTQ+ community and celebrating organizations creating a more inclusive and equal world. The special event will feature performances from some of today’s hottest artists and appearances from influential voices in the LGBTQ+ community including Elton John Impact Award Recipient Brandi Carlile, Adam Lambert, Big Freedia, Ciara, Billy Porter, Hayley Kiyoko, Kesha, Kelsea Ballerini and more on June 15 from the iHeartRadio Theater Los Angeles and remote locations across the country. This year, the event will once again be hosted by singer, actress and social media phenom JoJo Siwa.

“Can’t Cancel Pride” was started during the COVID-19 pandemic when so many Pride events were forced to cancel around the world and has raised over $11 million for six participating LGBTQ+ charitable organizations including, GLAAD, The Trevor Project, National Black Justice Coalition, SAGE, CenterLink and OutRight Action International. In 2022 alone, Can’t Cancel Pride reached 20 million viewers and listeners.

Now in its fourth year, the event will focus on the achievements of the past, the urgency of the present moment and the hope for the future of the LGBTQ+ community. The show will explore how leaders of the past addressed LGBTQ+ issues and provided the foundation for change; how advocates are expanding opportunities today; and how the next generation is building the groundwork for a safe, equitable and joyous future.

This year, Brandi Carlile will be honored with the Elton John Impact Award for her humanitarian work with the Looking Out Foundation (LOF), which amplifies the impact of music by empowering those without a voice by funding causes and organizations that often go unnoticed. Founded by Brandi Carlile, Tim and Phil Hanseroth in 2008, the organization bands together with fans, non-profits and female LGBTQ+ owned businesses to translate voices of song to voices of action.

“The return of ‘Can’t Cancel Pride’ is always an exciting time, as we bring iHeartMedia’s audiences together across broadcast, podcasts and social to celebrate the strength of the LGBTQ+ community,” said Gayle Troberman, Chief Marketing Officer for iHeartMedia. “This year we shine a spotlight on how far we’ve come and how much more there is to do to fuel equality and inclusion in support of these important organizations making the world better for the LGBTQ+ community everyday around the nation.”

With support from P&G brands including, Always®, Bounty®, Cascade®, Charmin®, Dawn®, Downy®, Febreze®, Gillette® Intimate, Metamucil®, Pantene®, Swiffer®, Tide® and OLAY®, the one-hour benefit special, produced by iHeartMedia and P&G, will stream on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages as well as iHeartRadio’s PrideRadio.com, Revry, The Roku Channel and The Advocate Channel on June 15 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. The event will be available on-demand throughout Pride Month until Friday, June 30.

“What began as an effort to provide relief for the community’s most vulnerable amid the Covid pandemic, remains just as important today,” said Brent Miller, Can't Cancel Pride Co-Founder and P&G Senior Director, Global LGBTQ+ Equality & Inclusion. “I’m proud that Can’t Cancel Pride has raised over $11 million to help fund organizations that offer critical support, from youth services to elderly care, and to continue to partner with some of the world’s best and brightest LGBTQ+ and ally performers to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community!”

The event is a month-long Pride celebration throughout June. iHeartMedia radio stations will air spots encouraging listeners to tune into the livestream on June 15 and watch the event on demand. Fans can follow along on social media using the hashtag #CantCancelPride and support the participating nonprofits by visiting cantcancelpride.com or texting “RAINBOW” to 513-654-2622.

Additional proud partners of “Can’t Cancel Pride” include Harris Teeter, Native, OLAY®, Walmart and Vicks®, with more to be announced.

Executive Producers for “Can’t Cancel Pride” are John Sykes, Tom Poleman, Bart Peters and Gayle Troberman of iHeartMedia; “Can’t Cancel Pride” Co-Founder Brent Miller of P&G; David Collins, Michael Williams, Rob Eric, Renata Lombardo and John Wehage of Scout Productions and Executive Producer and Showrunner Larissa A.K. Matsson of Scout Productions.

About P&G

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at www.pg.com/news.