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The 8-part series hosted by Model, Sustainability Activist and Plant Influencer Summer Rayne Oakes launches April 12, 2023

Listen to the official trailer now HERE

ATLANTA AND NEW YORK – April 5, 2023 – School of Humans and iHeartPodcasts today announce “Bad Seeds”. The phrase “black market” evokes sinister images: Stacks of AK-47s. Crates of cocaine. Caged tigers. But potted succulents on a windowsill? No one is calling Crime Stoppers for that. And yet, the biggest black market you’ve never heard of is blooming right under your nose. Whether it’s a 4,000-pound cactus shoveled from the Arizona desert or delicate orchids pinched from the tangled jungle of Peru, rare plants are at the center of a rapidly growing -- and lucrative -- world of crime. The 8-part series begins with a special Earth Month launch on April 12 with two episodes.

From Mexican drug cartels cashing in by ripping succulents from the desert, or a cabal of corrupt government officials secretly peddling endangered species, “Bad Seeds” looks into an underworld where obsessive collectors and hardened criminals collide. Along the way, we explore how all these crime sprees and coverups affect everyday consumers and enthusiasts -- and the fate of the planet.

Model and sustainability activist Summer Rayne Oakes was stunned when a Modern Farmer feature on her prodigiously verdant Brooklyn apartment went viral in 2016. She catapulted into the forefront of a houseplant trend that peaked during the Covid pandemic. Little did she know that her popular unboxing videos and fame would inadvertently lead some obsessed consumers and suppliers to collect plants through nefarious means to fuel the growing plant obsession.

After years of advocacy in the sustainable fashion and food industries, Oakes urges consumers to take a closer look at how the succulents and orchids adorning homes and Instagram videos are sourced. “To be honest, I feel a level of responsibility,” Oakes says today. “One of the reasons that drew me to host this podcast was to help folks understand the underreported nature of unethical plant harvesting, the detrimental ramifications it can have on the environment, and how we can be more aware of what to look out for.”

In “Bad Seeds,” Oakes talks to the buyers, the sellers, the obsessives, those who came face-to-face with the criminals behind an underworld few know exist. The podcast features interviews with avid plant collectors, US Fish and Wildlife Special Agents, scientists, and historians who show us that the passion for plants has been going on for a long time - from tulip mania in the Netherlands to the poacher who derailed Brazil's entire economy at the height of the Industrial Revolution. We also talk to people on the ground in places where deforestation and plant poaching has taken a grizzly toll.

These stories feature some juicy twists and turns but also expose the real threats to biodiversity that these crimes cause.

“Bad Seeds” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

About School of Humans
School of Humans is a multi-platform production company producing series for television (Dirty Jobs, Six Degrees with Mike Rowe, 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) ; Red Elvis (with Curiosity Stream); ASTRAY (debuted at #15 on national podcast charts); 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 MyCultura and Eva Longoria.

The No. 1 health and wellness podcast joins the network as the flagship show in an initiative to help prioritize mental wellbeing and self-improvement through audio

NEW YORK -- April 4, 2023 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Jay Shetty today announced that the No. 1 health and wellness podcast, “On Purpose with Jay Shetty,” has joined the iHeartPodcast Network. The mission: to reach people in today’s global, hyper-connected world  –  as 1 in 4 people have suffered from loneliness and depression – the biggest factor this generation has ever faced. Despite the pandemic pushing people into overload, creators like Jay Shetty have opened up their heart, mind and platform to reinforce today’s greatest lesson – that vulnerability is a great strength and that people are stronger together.

Hosted by global best-selling author, award-winning storyteller, former monk and Chief Purpose Officer of Calm Jay Shetty, “On Purpose With Jay Shetty” brings fascinating conversations with some of the most insightful people in the world; with the mission to help others find purpose. Known for making “wisdom go viral,” Shetty shares insights he has gained through his awe-inspiring journey, while conveying complex, fascinating subjects and perspectives that might open up someone’s mind. From discussing childhood trauma with Oprah, and how experiences at a young age can mold our adult life; unpacking mental health with Selena Gomez; engaging with one’s inner child with Kendall Jenner; tackling fame as a drug with Kevin Hart; Will Smith’s commitment to family; having a second chance at love with Alicia Keys; tackling racism with Lewis Hamilton; finding purpose in troubled times with Jennifer Lopez; to Kobe Bryant on inspiring others, Shetty brings mindfulness and health to the forefront. A platform where cultural luminaries as well as some of the great minds and figures of today can be vulnerable and open up like never before.

“‘On Purpose’ is on a journey to help make people happier, healthier and more healed,” said Jay Shetty. “Through insightful and vulnerable conversations with icons, experts and cultural figures and weekly workshops, ‘On Purpose’ is dedicated to giving our community the habits and tools to live a more fulfilling life. I’m so grateful for our loyal and ever growing community who come back every day to listen, learn and grow. As the podcast has scaled globally it made perfect sense to join together with the number one podcast publisher- iHeartMedia. We are so excited for this new chapter for ‘On Purpose.’”

With episodes published every Monday and Friday, and more than 20 million monthly listeners, “On Purpose with Jay Shetty” is an award-winning podcast that consistently ranks in the top of the podcast listening charts. “On Purpose” is The Webby Awards People’s Voice winner - Podcasts - Health & Wellness (General Series); won Best in Health & Wellness at the 11th Shorty Awards; honored with the Outstanding Achievement Online Award at The Asian Awards; and most recently, iHeartRadio Podcast Award nominee for Podcast of the Year, Best Advice & Inspirational Podcast and Best Host; and Signal Awards nominee for Best Video Podcast Show - Individual Episodes, and Health & Wellness - Individual Episodes. In addition, Shetty was also listed in The Hollywood Reporter’s Most Powerful People in Podcasting.

“Since launching ‘On Purpose’ just 4 years ago, Jay has become one of the most influential voices in podcasting, especially when it comes to conversations around mental health and wellness,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “Podcasts are a powerful, intimate medium, so it’s not surprising that we’ve seen such a tremendous number of listeners turning toward this medium as a mental health resource. We’re thrilled to be joining forces with Jay to help him bring his wisdom to an even broader audience and to expand what we’re doing in this category in such a meaningful way.”

“On Purpose with Jay Shetty” will join the network’s existing roster of highly popular shows focused on the topic including "Therapy for Black Girls” with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, Pushkin’s “The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos,"  and “A Slight Change of Plans” with Dr. Maya Shankar, “Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani,” “Ice-T’s Daily Game,” “Unbreakable with Jay Glazer” and a dozen others as listeners increasingly seek resources for self-improvement and mental wellbeing through audio. These podcasts are distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

About Jay Shetty
Jay Shetty is a global bestselling author, host of the #1 Health & Wellness podcast “On Purpose,” Chief Purpose Officer of Calm, Co-founder of Joyo Tea, former monk and purpose coach, dedicated to helping people train their mind for peace and purpose every day. In 2017, Forbes named him to their 30 Under 30 List for his game-changing impact in media. His viral videos have been viewed more than 10 billion times and he is followed by over 50 million people across social media. In 2019, Jay created On Purpose, now the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast. Both of his books, Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love, became instant New York Times Bestsellers upon release. He’s been a keynote speaker around the world, invited to Google, Microsoft, Netflix and American Express, among many others. Over two million people have attended his Online School, and his Genius Coaching community provides weekly programming on health and wellness to thousands of members in over 100 countries.

Join Rick Schwartz and New Host Marco Wendt twice a month as they dive into the science behind the wildlife that we all know and love  

Listen to episode 1 HERE

WHAT: iHeartMedia, the number one podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA), an international nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors- the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, today announced season two of “Amazing Wildlife: A San Diego Zoo Podcast.” Listeners can hear the new season now on iHeartRadio, and everywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes will post twice a month on Fridays.

In season two, hosts will cover new fascinating topics including the Solitary Lions of Samburu, the only place on Earth we currently know of where lions live alone, the Pacific Pocket Mouse, nocturnal animals and the butterfly life cycle. Special guests will include Dr. Alison Greggor, Researcher in Recovery Ecology. Listeners will also hear from Wildlife Care Specialists on the ground at the Zoo and Safari Park, who will share unique stories that shape SDZWA’s international efforts to save threatened wildlife.

WHO: Wildlife Ambassador Rick Schwartz is joined by new co-host Marco Wendt, Wildlife Ambassador for the SDZWA with more than 30 years of combined experience in the animal care field and conservation education. Together, their experiences and unique perspectives will give listeners insight on a wide range of conservation topics and rare species around the world. “Amazing Wildlife: A San Diego Zoo Podcast” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts.

WHERE: "Amazing Wildlife: A San Diego Zoo Podcast” is available now on the iHeartRadio App and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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About San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. The Alliance empowers people from around the globe to support their mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance supports cutting-edge conservation and brings the stories of their work back to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park—giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The work of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance extends from San Diego to strategic and regional conservation “hubs” across the globe, where their strengths—via their “Conservation Toolbox,” including the renowned Wildlife Biodiversity Bank—are able to effectively align with hundreds of regional partners to improve outcomes for wildlife in more coordinated efforts. By leveraging these tools in wildlife care and conservation science, and through collaboration with hundreds of partners, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has reintroduced more than 44 endangered species to native habitats. Each year, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s work reaches over 1 billion people in 150 countries via news media, social media, their websites, educational resources and the San Diego Zoo Kids channel, which is in children’s hospitals in 13 countries. Success is made possible by the support of members, donors and guests to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, who are Wildlife Allies committed to ensuring All Life Thrives.

World Premieres New Singles from Metallica and Darius Rucker

New National Flyaway Sweepstakes Kick Off for Katy Perry, Keith Urban

NEW YORK, N.Y. – March 31, 2023 – iHeartMedia celebrated new music and artists recently with two new ‘On The Verge’ artists, World Premiere debuts and more. This week, iHeartMedia named the band Little Image as the latest ‘On The Verge’ Alt artist with their single “OUT OF MY MIND” on March 27. iHeartMedia also named Doechii as the latest ‘On The Verge’ Rhythm CHR artist with her single “What It Is (Block Boy)” feat. Kodak Black on March 31. iHeartMedia’s ‘On The Verge’ program helps build awareness for up-and-coming artists through its radio airplay reach and historically, all ‘On The Verge’ artists have charted in the top 30, with more than half landing in the top 10 and over a third claiming the No. 1 chart slot. Success stories of ‘On The Verge’ ALT and Rhythm CHR artists who have reached No. 1 include Latto with “Big Energy,” Doja Cat with “Juicy,” Dominic Fike with "3 Nights" and Vance Joy with "Riptide."

On March 30, iHeart celebrated Queen + Adam Lambert’s newly-announced “The Rhapsody Tour” with the exclusive and intimate “iHeartRadio ICONS with Queen + Adam Lambert.” During the show, the band talked about their upcoming tour and more during an exclusive interview hosted by iHeartRadio's Jim Kerr. The show streamed through iHeartRadio's The Classic Rock Channel and was broadcast across iHeartRadio Classic Rock 90s, Classic Hits, Oldies and News/Talk stations across the country at 7pm local time. “The Rhapsody Tour" kicks off on October 4 in Baltimore and takes Queen + Adam Lambert to 14 cities across the country. Tickets are available now at LiveNation.com.

This week, Metallica’s “72 Seasons” had a World Premiere debut on March 30 across all iHeartRadio Rock and optional Alt stations. Darius Rucker’s "Fires Don't Start Themselves" had a World Premiere debut on March 31 across all iHeartCounty stations.

Additionally, iHeartMedia kicked off several National Flyaway Sweepstakes for fans of Katy Perry and Keith. Katy Perry fans have a chance to win the ultimate Mother’s Day Weekend VIP getaway for two to Las Vegas and attend “Katy Perry: PLAY,” her Vegas residency show at Resorts World Theater. The prize includes roundtrip airfare to Las Vegas, a three-night stay at Resorts World Las Vegas, two tickets to the show, a backstage meet & greet with Katy, Mother’s Day brunch, a spa day and more. The sweepstakes run through April 10, fans can enter at iHeartRadio.com/KatyPerry for a chance to win.

iHeartCountry is giving Keith Urban fans a chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip for two to Las Vegas to catch his upcoming residency at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Las Vegas. The grand prize includes roundtrip airfare, a two-night stay at the resort, tickets to his show on November 3, a helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon and a personalized signed Keith Urban guitar. The sweepstakes run through April 9, fans can enter at iHeartRadio.com/KeithUrban.

Rock fans will also have the chance to win an all access pass to “Power Trip,” the epic three-day festival in Coachella Valley featuring iconic bands Guns N’ Roses and Iron Maiden on Friday night, AC/DC and Ozzy Osbourne on Saturday night and Metallica and Tool on Sunday night. The grand prize includes airfare for two, four-night stay at the Safari Tent campground behind the main festival venue, pit tickets for the whole festival and merch from each artist. The sweepstakes run through April 9, fans can enter at iHeartRadio.com/PowerTrip.

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

Mewis and Lynn continue in a new season providing unparalleled insights into the world of women’s soccer with a unique perspective on the NWSL week to week

‘Snacks,’ the premier women’s soccer podcast series hosted by Sam Mewis and Lynn Williams from Just Women’s Sports, today announced it has teamed up with iHeartPodcasts for the return of its highly anticipated new season. As two of the most dynamic and accomplished players in the game, Mewis and Williams bring their audience a wealth of experience and insight providing behind-the-scenes access to some of the biggest names in women's soccer while navigating life at the highest levels of the sport. The first episode of the new season will kick off tomorrow, Thursday, March 30 and will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts.

Previous guests on the show have included Megan Rapinoe, Mallory Swanson (Pugh), Sam Kerr, Briana Scurry, Becky Sauerbrunn, and Rose Lavelle, among others. In giving NWSL fans a candid look at the league and its most talked about storylines every week, episodes with the sport’s most notable guests have given listeners unprecedented access and insights into the lives of the world’s most famous players as they discuss topics ranging from league transactions and pay equity to their favorite inside jokes. Through the new deal with iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, “Snacks” will now have an even larger platform to drive these larger conversations that often transcend sports from the athlete’s perspective.

"We’re excited to bring ‘Snacks’ back for another season as it’s one of the most important platforms in women’s sports right now,” Haley Rosen, Founder and CEO of Just Women’s Sports stated, “Women’s soccer has been on such an incredible growth trajectory over the past decade, and on this show, two of the game’s most decorated and accomplished players are not only providing their authentic perspective every week as professionals but also as burgeoning media personalities adding to the almost non existent conversations happening about women’s soccer games week to week.”

Lynn Williams mentioned, "We're thrilled to be back for a new season of ‘Snacks.’ We’ve been roommates together, we’ve won championships together, and we’ve represented our country on the national stage together. ‘Snacks’ is our way for us to connect with fans and to continue to grow the game by giving a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be a professional women's soccer player and all that comes with it: the travel, training, trades, family, friends, injuries, coaches, the wins, the losses, it’s all there.”

“I can’t wait for this new season. This league is constantly moving and shifting, and giving fans an inside look at it all that they can’t get anywhere else is our secret sauce,” Sam Mewis said. “Even with everything we’ve accomplished on the field, ‘Snacks’ is one of our greatest joys because it provides us with such a unique opportunity for us to share our experiences around the game we love, and provide a platform for others to talk about women's soccer, in a way that hasn't been done before.”

The new season of ‘Snacks’ is available tomorrow, Thursday, March 30th, on the iHeartRadio app and wherever you listen to podcasts.

About Just Women’s Sports
Just Women's Sports Inc. is a digital-first consumer media brand dedicated to 100% women's sports, 100% of the time. Through digital content, original programming, live events and more, JWS brings fans everything they need to see and know in the world of women's sports. Just Women's Sports is proudly backed by an All-Star group of investors, including Blue Pool Capital, Will Ventures, and Thirty Five Ventures, as well as a roster of world-famous athletes including Billie Jean King, Allyson Felix and Abby Wambach. Find Just Women's Sports online at justwomenssports.com and on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.

A New Science Podcast Unpacking Wild Mysteries about our Brains and our Behaviors – Listen Now!

WHAT: Stanford neuroscientist and bestselling author David Eagleman explores wild questions to reveal how modern brain science intersects with our lives, passions, and behaviors. Through thrilling journeys into your “Inner Cosmos,” Eagleman unfolds totally unexpected facets of our brains, allowing us to see the world from new angles.

WHO: David Eagleman is a neuroscientist at Stanford University, an internationally bestselling author, and a Guggenheim Fellow. He is the writer and presenter of The Brain, an Emmy-nominated television series on PBS and BBC. Dr. Eagleman’s areas of research include sensory substitution, time perception, vision, and synesthesia; he also studies the intersection of neuroscience with the legal system, and in that capacity he directs the Center for Science and Law. Eagleman is the author of many books, including Livewired, The Runaway Species, The Brain, Incognito, and Wednesday is Indigo Blue. He is also the author of a widely adopted textbook on cognitive neuroscience, Brain and Behavior, as well as a bestselling book of literary fiction, Sum, which has been translated into 32 languages, turned into two operas, and named a Best Book of the Year by Barnes and Noble. Dr. Eagleman writes for the Atlantic, New York Times, Discover Magazine, Slate, Wired, and New Scientist, and appears regularly on National Public Radio and BBC to discuss both science and literature. He has been a TED speaker, a guest on the Colbert Report, and profiled in the New Yorker magazine. He has spun two biotech companies out of his lab.

WHEN: The first episode is available today, March 27th, with new episodes releasing every Monday.

WHERE: “Inner Cosmos” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

SHOW PAGE: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-inner-cosmos-with-david-e-110885566/

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Join hosts Austin Hankwitz and Jannese Torres on their mission to help aspiring small business owners across the country find success 

WHAT: iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Intuit Quickbooks, today announced an original podcast series focused on the trials and tribulations of owning a small business, “Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories.” Hosted by personal finance influencer and investor, Austin Hankwitz, and creator and host of the award-winning personal finance podcast “Yo Quiero Dinero,” Jannese Torres, “Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories” will share insights to help small business owners and entrepreneurs succeed. The series is biweekly with episodes dropping every other Thursday.

Throughout the series, Austin and Jannese will connect with small business owners, hear their stories about managing the ups and downs of starting and growing a small business, and share advice on how to take their small businesses to the next level. “Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories” will have anyone interested in the nuances of being an entrepreneur clamoring for more. In episode one, Austin and Jannese will chat with Ami Kumordzie, founder of fintech company Sika Health, about her empowering story of raising a $6.2M seed round from world-class investors during a pandemic.

WHEN: The first episode is available today, Thursday, March 30 with new episodes appearing bi-weekly on Thursdays. 

WHERE: “Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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The Award-Winning Morning Show Starring DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God Will Be Televised Weekdays Starting Monday, April 17 at 9am ET/PT

 

NEW YORK, NY – March 30, 2023 – Today, BET announced a partnership with iHeartMedia that will bring the award-winning hit morning show “The Breakfast Club” starring DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God from iHeartMedia New York's Power 105.1 to BET’s 2023 programming lineup. BET will televise a one-hour special edition of "The Breakfast Club" daily Monday through Friday. These specials will feature unrivaled interviews and conversations with celebrities, artists, and thought leaders along with entertainment news and conversations punctuated with The Breakfast Club’s signature blend of honesty and humor. The wildly popular, culture shifting morning show will be available weekdays to millions of fans starting Monday, April 17 at 9 AM ET on BET and VH1. Episodes from the week will all be available to stream every Sunday on BET+.

“The Breakfast Club on BET” marks the brand’s return to producing daily programming for the first time since “106 & Park” in 2014. It also marks the brand’s noteworthy and exciting introduction to daytime television.

“We’re thrilled to partner with iHeartMedia to bring The Breakfast Club and their unique brand of entertainment and cultural commentary to our audiences,” said BET CEO and President Scott Mills. “We recognize the show’s influence and popularity, and we are confident that the partnership will be meaningful to our viewers and to our partners. Hosts Charlamagne and DJ Envy are long time members of the BET and Paramount family, so we couldn’t be more excited to welcome The Breakfast Club home to BET.”

“BET and iHeartMedia have a shared mission in engaging and entertaining lovers of hip-hop culture, so this partnership couldn’t be a better fit,” said Brian Rikuda, EVP, Enterprise Growth Strategy, Business Operations, and Programming Strategy, BET. “This addition to BET’s programming lineup will superserve our loyal audiences with fresh content from the celebrities they love and expand our reach to new daytime audiences.”

Each episode of "The Breakfast Club on BET” will feature the A-list celebrity interviews that are a mainstay of the broadcast radio edition, as well as the signature segments audiences have come to know and love, like Front Page News, the Rumor Report, and Charlemagne’s Donkey of the Day.

“What began as a daily morning radio show over a decade ago in New York City, has now become a cultural beacon across America,” said John Sykes, iHeartMedia’s President, Entertainment Enterprises. “This new partnership with BET will expand the radio show’s reach to millions more watching on this iconic television network.”

“I’m looking forward to the opportunity to showcase The Breakfast Club on BET,” said DJ Envy. “I love what the new BET is doing!”

"BET has been the home of so many cultural institutions, like Rap City and 106 & Park, that have shaped a generation,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “Those shows laid the foundation for The Breakfast Club to stand on and grow into the cultural institution that we have become. We look forward to carrying on the tradition.”

“The Breakfast Club and BET are a perfect partnership,” said Thea Mitchem, iHeartMedia’s Executive VP of Programming. “We’re excited to team up with BET to expand the reach of The Breakfast Club as they continue to entertain, enlighten, and uplift culture.”

“The Breakfast Club” 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. The Breakfast Club has become a must-stop destination for musicians, entertainers, and politicians alike with guests on the show ranging from former President Barack Obama, President Joe Biden, and VP Kamala Harris to Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Future, 50 Cent, Lizzo, Will Smith, and Alicia Keys. The morning program originates from iHeartMedia’s legendary Power 105.1/WWPR-FM in New York and is nationally syndicated by Premiere Networks on more than 100 stations nationwide, including markets such as Houston, Atlanta, Miami, and Detroit. The Radio Hall of Famers also host “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” a three-hour weekly program featuring a countdown of the top 20 hits of the week. 

About BET

The BET Media Group, a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARAA; PARA; PARAP), is the world’s largest media company dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and empowering the Black community and championing Black culture. Connecting Black audiences through a portfolio of brands including BET, BET+, BET Gospel, BET HER, BET International, BET Jams, BET Soul, BET Studios, and VH1, the BET Media Group is a thriving media ecosystem of leading interconnected platforms across cable TV, streaming, digital, studios, live events, and international. For more information about BET, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms. For more BET news announcements, follow us on social @BET_PR.

About Charlamagne Tha God

Lenard “Charlamagne Tha God” McKelvey is a multimedia mogul, Radio Hall of Fame inductee, and best-selling author.  With nearly two decades of the pulse of culture in TV and Radio, he serves many roles as a co-host of The Breakfast Club, with drives millions of listeners daily, host of Comedy Central’s Hell Of A Week With Charlamagne Tha God, a late-night show he co-created with Stephen Colbert, as well as an executive producer for numerous television and film projects.Continuously growing his media empire, Charlamagne has established several strategic partnerships including The Black Effect Podcast Network with iHeartMedia and Black Privilege Publishing, his publishing imprint at Simon & Schuster among others.  He is also the author of The New York Times Best Selling Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It and the nationally best-selling book, Shook One: Anxiety Playing Tricks on Me. Charlamagne founded the Mental Wealth Alliance, a forward-thinking foundation created to destigmatize, accelerate, and provide trailblazing mental health outreach and care across the U.S. while building an unprecedented long-term system of generational support for Black communities.  

About DJ Envy

With a passion for music, DJ Envy started spinning at the age 16. As he perfected his craft, he quickly began gaining recognition as he evolved into one of the most notable DJ’s over the years.  DJ Envy travels from city to city connecting with his fans nationwide, hosting some of the hottest clubs and events.  Reigning from Queens, New York, DJ Envy set out to pursue his dreams while becoming a role model and philanthropist. He soon began contributing back to his fans and community by teaching generational wealth, real estate seminars and providing paid opportunities for other DJ’s. You can find Envy co-hosting the most dangerous morning show on nationally-syndicated radio, The Breakfast Club. The Breakfast Club now reaches an average of over 4+ million listeners, on nearly 100 stations, in over 40+ cities. In addition, he has his own podcast on YouTube and audio platforms with his wife titled “The Casey Crew” addressing topics on love, family and culture. Furthermore, he is a National Best Seller alongside his wife as they published a book called Real Life/ Real Love. DJ Envy is an experienced businessman, family man, lover of the culture, car enthusiasts, actor, real estate mogul and an entertainment industry leader with a powerful voice reaching varies demographics across the country.

The Event Featured Performances by Lenny Kravitz, ICON Award Recipient P!NK, Kelly Clarkson, Keith Urban, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Latto, Muni Long, Cody Johnson and More

Taylor Swift Honored with 2023 iHeartRadio Innovator Award and P!NK Received the 2023 iHeartRadio ICON Award

The Awards Show Featured Special Appearances by Damar Hamlin, Donald Faison, H.E.R., Joel McHale, Jordan Davis, Nicole Scherzinger, Nikki Glaser, Phoebe Bridgers, TLC, Vella Lovell, Zach Braff 

Stream Now on Hulu

NEW YORK, N.Y. – March 28, 2023 -- The 2023 “iHeartRadio Music Awards” brought the biggest names in entertainment together to celebrate all things music from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, live on FOX, iHeartMedia radio stations broadcasted the event nationwide and on the iHeartRadio App, on Monday, March 27. Hosted by Lenny Kravitz, the iHeartRadio Music Awards featured a special appearance from LL COOL J and performances and incredible collaborations from Lenny Kravitz, ICON Award Recipient P!NK, Kelly Clarkson, Keith Urban, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Latto, Muni Long, Cody Johnson, Coldplay (with a special live performance from Brazil) and more. 

The 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards honored Taylor Swift with the 2023 iHeartRadio Innovator Award, which has been presented only on occasion when an artist has proven themselves to have impacted global pop culture throughout their career. In the past, the award has been presented to Pharrell Williams, Justin Timberlake, U2 and Alicia Keys. 

P!NK was also presented with the 2023 iHeartRadio ICON Award, honoring her impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide. 

In addition, the show featured special appearances from Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, Donald Faison, H.E.R., Joel McHale, Jordan Davis, Nicole Scherzinger, Nikki Glaser, Phoebe Bridgers, TLC, Vella Lovell, Zach Braff and more.

The 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards is available to Stream Now on Hulu through April 17.

Additional highlights included: 

• P!NK opened the 2023 “iHeartRadio Music Awards” with a truly incredible acrobatic performance of "TRUSTFALL," from her album of the same name. Keeping up with the theme of the upbeat song, she even performed a trust fall of her very own, wowing the crowd as she dropped backwards from a platform into the waiting arms of her backup dancers.
• Keith Urban brought a piece of Las Vegas to Los Angeles when he delivered an electrifying performance on the 2023 “iHeartRadio Music Awards” stage. The country hitmaker, in the midst of his high-energy Las Vegas residency, performed two of his most unforgettable anthems at the Dolby Theater. Urban performed a rendition of one of his most recent ballads, “Brown Eyes Baby,” a romantic anthem released last year followed by “Somewhere In My Car.”
• Kelly Clarkson, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo all helped honor this year's ICON Award Recipient, P!NK, with special covers of two of her biggest hits. After Clarkson introduced the award, Benatar and Giraldo performed one of P!NK’s earliest hits, "Just Like A Pill," from her 2001 album Missundaztood. Kelly Clarkson then took over the stage with a powerful cover of one of P!NK’s biggest smash-hits of her career, “Just Give Me a Reason.” Just as Clarkson started belting the chorus, P!NK took it up a notch when she joined Clarkson for a stunning duet of the song. P!NK then surprised the crowd by performing one of her biggest hits, “What About Us.”
• Jax, Cody Johnson, Muni Long and Giovannie and The Hired Guns came together in a historic multi-genre performance between all the Infinity Best New Artists. Jax performed her hit “Victoria's Secret” in a bomber jacket and got the crowd rocking before Cody Johnson took the stage to perform “Til You Can’t.” Muni Long then made sure she stood out among the rest as she delivered a symphonic rendition of her hit song "Hrs & Hrs." She was surrounded by a 9-man orchestra as she belted out the song while wearing a stunning black gown. Giovannie and the Hired Guns then rocked the whole crowd with their song “Ramon Ayala” to finish up the performance.
• LL COOL J hit the stage at the awards show to deliver a powerful performance about Hip-Hop's roots in honor of the genre's 50th anniversary.
• Lenny Kravitz treated fans to a medley of some of his biggest hits. Lenny's live performances have been rare since he wrapped up his Raise Vibration Tour in 2019. The legendary singer-songwriter and actor performed his hits "American Woman" and "Fly Away" from his 1998 album “5” as well as "Are You Gonna Go My Way," from his 1993 album of the same name.

Category winners were:

Song of the Year:                   

• “Anti-Hero”- Taylor Swift 

Artist of the Year:                  

• Harry Styles 

Best Duo/Group of the Year:                        

• Imagine Dragons  

Best Collaboration:                

• “Unholy” - Sam Smith & Kim Petras 

Best New Pop Artist:  

• Jax 

Country Song of the Year:                

• “She Had Me At Heads Carolina” - Cole Swindell 

Country Artist of the Year:              

• Morgan Wallen 

Best New Country Artist:                 

• Cody Johnson         

Afrobeats Artist of the Year: 

• Tems 
• Wizkid 

Hip-Hop Song of the Year:               

• “WAIT FOR U” – Future ft. Drake & Tems 

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:             

• Drake 

Best New Hip-Hop Artist:                 

• GloRilla 

R&B Song of the Year:                     

• “I Hate U”- SZA 

R&B Artist of the Year:                    

• SZA 

Best New R&B Artist:                       

• Muni Long 

Alternative Song of the Year:                       

• “Enemy (from the series Arcane League of Legends)”- Imagine Dragons 

Alternative Artist of the Year:                     

• Red Hot Chili Peppers 

Best New Artist (Alternative & Rock):                    

• Giovannie and the Hired Guns 

Rock Song of the Year:                     

• “Black Summer”- Red Hot Chili Peppers 

Rock Artist of the Year:                    

• Papa Roach 

Dance Song of the Year:                   

• “I'm Good (Blue)”- David Guetta & Bebe Rexha 

Dance Artist of the Year:                  

• Anabel Englund 

Latin Pop/Reggaeton Song Of The Year:               

• “MAMIII”- Becky G & Karol G 

Latin Pop/Reggaeton Artist of the Year:                

• Bad Bunny 

Regional Mexican Song of the Year:                       

• “Cómo Te Olvido” - La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho 

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year:                      

• Grupo Firme 

Best New Latin Artist:                       

• Kali Uchis        

Most Played Artist of the Year:

• Doja Cat

Pop Album of the Year:

• “Midnights” - Taylor Swift 

Rock Album of the Year:

• “Impera” - Ghost 

Alternative Album of the Year:

• “Unlimited Love” - Red Hot Chili Peppers 

Country Album of the Year

• “Growin' Up”- Luke Combs 

Hip Hop Album of the Year:

• “Her Loss” - Drake and 21 Savage 

R&B Album of the Year:

• “Renaissance” - Beyoncé 

Latin Album of the Year:

• “Un Verano Sin Ti” - Bad Bunny 

Tour of the Year:

• Coldplay

Label of the Year:

• Columbia Records

ICON Award

• P!NK

Innovator Award

• Taylor Swift

Best Lyrics: *Socially Voted Category 

• “Anti-Hero” - Taylor Swift 

Best Music Video: *Socially Voted Category 

• “Yet To Come” - BTS  

Best Fan Army: *Socially Voted Category 

• “BTSArmy”- BTS  

Social Star Award: *Socially Voted Category 

• JVKE 

Favorite Tour Photographer: *Socially Voted Category 

• Harry Styles – Lloyd Wakefield 

TikTok Bop of the Year: *Socially Voted Category 

• “Bejeweled”- Taylor Swift  

Favorite Documentary: *Socially Voted Category 

• “Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me” - Selena Gomez  

Favorite Tour Style: *Socially Voted Category 

• Harry Styles 

Favorite Residency: *Socially Voted Category 

• “Love On Tour” - Harry Styles  

Favorite Use of a Sample: *Socially Voted Category 

• Taylor Swift’s “Question…?” – sampled Taylor Swift’s “Out Of The Woods” 

For a full list of categories, visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.

Executive producers for the “iHeartRadio Music Awards” are Joel Gallen, for Tenth Planet; and John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Bart Peters, for iHeartMedia. 

Proud partners of this year’s event include INFINITI. Additional proud partners across iHeartRadio platforms include COVERGIRL, The Hartford Small Business Insurance, Born In Roma Intense Perfume by Valentino.

New Program Kicks off with Artists Ice Spice and Jax Providing Massive Exposure Across iHeartRadio’s Broadcast, Streaming and Podcast Platforms with a Custom Content Campaign Captured on Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by a Social Creator Crew

NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 23, 2023)- iHeartMedia and Samsung Galaxy today announced “Samsung Galaxy Launchpad Powered by iHeartRadio,” a program designed to develop and support emerging artists and generate mass awareness and exposure to support the growth of their music careers. Beginning Monday, March 27 at the 2023 “iHeartRadio Music Awards” the program will run through June 2024 and provide exposure for Ice Spice and Jax across iHeartRadio broadcast, streaming and podcast platforms. Additionally, the program will provide them with a team of content creators using the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to amplify their exposure across the music marketplace and social media, catapulting these artists to the next level of their careers.

Ice Spice was hailed by fans and The New York Times as "rap's new princess." Rising out of the Bronx with a fresh spin, she dropped her 2023 debut EP Like..? (10K Projects/Capitol Records) to massive acclaim, showcasing clever tongue twisters, a saucy and seemingly effortless delivery, and an uncanny ability to change our colloquial language with words like “munch,” smoochie,” “maddie,” and “baddie.” Jax is a multi-talented singer-songwriter with a soulful sound and individualistic spirit who started her career in a more behind-the-scenes role as a song writer, but her hit “Victoria’s Secret” via Atlantic Records has put her on the map as an artist. Most recently, she released “Cinderella Snapped” via Atlantic Records, a resilient anthem against the societal norms.

“We are passionate about artist development and music discovery – it is the lifeblood of so many of our stations and to the entire music industry,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “Getting massive exposure across broadcast radio is critical to breaking emerging artists and introducing their music to new audiences. But so much goes into making someone a household name and Launchpad combines efforts with Samsung Galaxy to give these artists the tools and support to take them to that next level. We are so excited to see this program accelerate their career growth and significantly enhance their recognition as superstars.”

Artists and their personalized content creator crew will be armed with the S23 Ultra and a suite of Galaxy products to produce, capture and share exclusive behind-the-scenes content of their journey. The Galaxy products will enable them to capture compelling content to continue building a fan base as they grow their careers.

“Our devices can enable artists to reach and engage their fans and foster deeper connection with them” said Janet Lee, SVP of Mobile Experience at Samsung Electronics America. “We look forward to seeing what Ice Spice and Jax create using our Galaxy S23 Ultra with its powerful camera and suite of creator tools."

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the ultimate tool for artists and creators, offering a tailored experience to content creation, connectivity, and organization in the palm of your hands. Whether taking photos or filming a video, capture any moment, day or night, with the S23 Ultra’s 200MP camera, 8K video, and more. The possibilities are endless with the embedded S Pen and built-in photo editing tools. Best of all, the S23 Ultra is equipped with the most powerful processor to date and works just as fast as you do so you won’t miss a beat.

“I’m so excited and grateful to be part of this program with iHeartRadio and Samsung so that I can connect with more music fans,” said Jax. “I’m looking forward to sharing my music with even more listeners and give them a behind-the-scenes look at my life as an artist.”

Singles from Jax and Ice Spice will air on iHeartRadio stations across the country. For a more in depth look of the journey throughout the program, followers can check out iHeartRadio’s Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok and follow Ice Spice and Jax for exclusive social content.

“Thanks iHeartRadio and Samsung,” said Ice Spice. “It’s so cool to collaborate with brands I grew up on!”