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The weekly series will unpack the defining moments that fueled America's obsession with the Kennedys

Listen to the first episode HERE

WHAT: Launching today, June 30 from iHeartPodcasts, “United States of Kennedy” is a new weekly podcast series that will explore our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty and the ways in which one family has continued to shape American life for decades. Each week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris will deep dive into one aspect of the Kennedy story, examining the people and events that have left an enduring imprint on American politics, media, and collective memory. 

Episode one will introduce listeners to the patriarch of the Kennedy family, Joe Kennedy. Living out the American Dream, Joe amassed a huge fortune and gave his children a launching pad to political and cultural dominance. From Ted Kennedy’s infamous car accident in Chappaquiddick, JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s tumultuous relationship and untimely deaths in a plane crash, the numerous conspiracy theories surrounding President Kennedy’s assassination, to RFK Jr.'s unlikely rise in the MAGA era, “United States of Kennedy” will unpack the defining moments that fueled America's obsession with the Kennedys.

WHO: Lyra Smith is an Executive Producer for iHeartPodcasts. She started her career in podcasting with the “This American Life” fellowship, followed by the record-breaking “S-Town,” which was downloaded more than 10 million times in the first 4 days of its release. Since moving to Los Angeles, Lyra has produced shows for KCRW, Earwolf, Marketplace, and Crooked Media.

George Civeris is a comedian and writer based in New York. He was named one of the New Faces of Comedy by the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival and one of Vulture's "Comedians You Should and Will Know in 2024." He has written for projects on Comedy Central, FOX, and the BBC, and recently spent two years as a senior editor at the reboot of Gawker. He co-hosts the comedy podcast StraightioLab, from iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Network, which was named the #1 comedy podcast of 2022 by New York Magazine and one of the best podcasts of the year by Time Magazine, Glamour, and Esquire. 

WHEN + WHERE: The first episode of “United States of Kennedy” will be available today on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes will be available on Mondays. 

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The first 24/7 all-news audio network with a Black voice and perspective marks five years of growth, impact and trusted storytelling

NEW YORK and CHICAGO – June 30, 2025 – Today marks the fifth anniversary of the launch of BIN: Black Information Network, the first and only 24/7 national and local all news audio service dedicated to providing an objective, accurate and trusted source of continual news coverage with a Black voice and perspective. What began on June 30, 2020, has grown into an essential source of trusted journalism, storytelling and community engagement.

Over the past five years, BIN: Black Information Network has achieved remarkable milestones:

• Surpassed 19 million monthly listeners, a reflection of BIN’s growing influence and strong connection to its target audience
• Expanded BIN News content to over 100 broadcast radio stations across the U.S., making BIN one of the most widely distributed, Black-focused news audio platforms in the country
• Delivered news coverage tailored to 65 of America’s largest Black communities, with reporting that reflects the local realities, perspectives, challenges and triumphs.

“BIN: Black Information Network has become a trusted and indispensable voice for Black communities in America,” said Tony Coles, President, BIN: Black Information Network. “In just five years, we’ve transformed how local and national news reaches our audiences. We are giving a voice to the stories that have gone untold for too long. We are providing freedom to journalists to pursue meaningful reporting – and we’re just getting started.”

BIN: Black Information Network invites listeners, partners and community members to join the celebration across its network of stations, podcasts and digital platforms as they reflect on the past achievements and look ahead to the next five years of groundbreaking journalism and community impact.

About BIN: Black Information Network
BIN: Black Information Network is distributed nationally through the iHeartRadio app and is available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices, as well as on dedicated local AM/FM broadcast radio stations in 34 markets, including Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit and Dallas. BIN News also provides news coverage to over 100 radio stations and Black newspapers across America.

Audacy Expands Reach of Broadcast Portfolio, Brings Iconic Brands to Listeners on the iHeartRadio app

NEW YORK – June 30, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the #1 audio company in the U.S., and Audacy, a leading audio content and entertainment company, today announced that Audacy will expand the reach of its full broadcast radio portfolio through a content distribution partnership. Effective today, Audacy’s collection of over 240 radio brands and time-shifted podcasts will now be available on iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service.

iHeartRadio listeners will now have access to Audacy's diverse and engaging content, including:

• 28 sports brands, like WFAN (WFAN-FM/AM) in New York – America’s most-listened-to sports radio station.
• Seven of America's top eight most-listened-to All News stations, including the most-listened-to news station, 1010 WINS (92.3 FM / WINS-AM) in New York.
• Dozens of the country’s favorite music brands, such as the World Famous KROQ (KROQ-FM) in Los Angeles and 93XRT (WXRT-FM) in Chicago.

Through the iHeartRadio app, Audacy content will be available on more than 500 additional platforms and over 2,000 additional devices, including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions and gaming consoles.

“This is an exciting day for our industry as the addition of Audacy’s stations to iHeartRadio maximizes radio’s presence across the country as the most listened to and trusted medium for audiences and consumers,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at iHeartMedia. “This move gives our listeners even more opportunities to connect with the stations and content most relevant to them, aligning with our mission to always meet our audiences where they are and enhance their experience.”

“We believe in the power of being everywhere, and this partnership is a meaningful step in our strategy to ensure our iconic stations, talent and programming are available wherever and however audio is consumed,” said Chris Oliviero, Chief Business Officer, Audacy. 

Listeners can visit iHeart.com/apps to download iHeartRadio and listen on their favorite device everywhere they go.

About Audacy

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month. We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Broadcast Special to Include Exclusive Behind-the-Music Interview with Bruce Springsteen

NEW YORK- June 26, 2025- iHeartMedia today announced “iHeartRadio ICONS with Bruce Springsteen, Celebrating Tracks II: The Lost Albums,” which will air across iHeartRadio Classic Rock and Classic Hit stations beginning June 27 through July 3. This special broadcast event is a week-long nationwide celebration, dedicating one day to each album, spotlighting all seven albums and each of the 83 tracks on Bruce Springsteen’s “Tracks II: The Lost Albums.” Beginning at midnight local time on June 27, iHeartRadio will play one album in its entirety each day through July 3. To kick off each midnight broadcast, iHeartRadio will air exclusive behind-the-music commentary with Bruce Springsteen giving fans more insight into each album.

Additionally, as part of the celebration, listeners can enter to win an autographed box set, which will be awarded to one fan per day. Fans can download the iHeartRadio app to listen each night and tap the contest tab on their local station to enter to win.

“I went into the vault ... and I realized that these albums were basically finished," said Bruce Springsteen in an exclusive interview with iHeartRadio personality Jim Kerr. "I liked them and thought that the fans would be interested in hearing them because they fill in spaces of my work life that hadn’t been filled in before. They are all different genres and a different moment in time, and I think it will give fans a good idea of what I was doing a lot of the time in the '90s or how my creative process works.”

To listen to the “iHeartRadio ICONS with Bruce Springsteen, Celebrating Tracks II: The Lost Albums” broadcast special fans can tune-in to iHeartRadio Classic Rock and Classic Hits stations at midnight local time on June 27 through July 3 also available on the iHeartRadio app.

The Awards will recognize and honor cultural icons who have made a lasting and meaningful impact on the LGBTQ+ community

WHAT:           Today, iHeartMedia and P&G announced the inaugural Elton John Impact Awards, an exciting new evolution of “Can’t Cancel Pride” that celebrates trailblazing members of the LGBTQ+ community and prominent allies. The Elton John Impact Awards Presented by iHeartMedia and P&G will recognize and honor those who have made a lasting, meaningful cultural impact on the LGBTQ+ community through their body of work.

The audio special will feature exclusive interviews with the world-renowned honorees and highlight the impact of organizations who are supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The audio special will air live on iHeartRadio Pride stations and will also be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

When COVID-19 made in-person Pride celebrations impossible, P&G and iHeartMedia created “Can’t Cancel Pride” – a virtual benefit concert event that fundraised for LGBTQ+ organizations, honored individuals and organizations creating positive impact and provided a platform for influential voices within the community. Since its inception in 2020, “Can’t Cancel Pride” raised more than $17 million for six LGBTQ+ organizations: GLAAD, The Trevor Project, SAGE, Outright International, the National Black Justice Collective, and CenterLink. This new event format will also bring awareness to and benefit these same organizations and the addition of the Elton John AIDS Foundation; the mission remains focused on celebrating, uplifting and honoring the LGBTQ+ community.

The Elton John Impact Awards originated as a special honor at “Can’t Cancel Pride” in 2022. Past recipients include Elton John, Brandi Carlile and Billy Porter.

Stay tuned for full details.

WHEN:          October 8, 2025

WHERE:       iHeartRadio Pride stations nationwide and also available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.  

About Procter & Gamble

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Leading podcast publisher to make 10 top U.S. podcasts accessible in 6 new translations

NEW YORK – June 23, 2025 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced that some of the world’s most popular podcasts are now available in multiple languages to listeners in new regions around the globe on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms.

Newly translated iHeartMedia-produced shows include “On Purpose with Jay Shetty,” “Revisionist History with Malcolm Gladwell,” “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know,” “Before Breakfast with Laura Vanderkam,” “How to Money,” “Stuff to Blow Your Mind,” “Betrayal,” “The Girlfriends” and “Murder 101.” A selection of translated episodes will begin rolling out today and will become available in six widely spoken languages including Spanish, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Hindi and Mandarin, with plans to expand to even more shows and languages in the future.

“We have been fortunate to build a huge global audience that continues to reach more people around the world every day. One of the questions I get asked most is, 'When will the podcast be in Spanish? When will it be in Hindi?' And now, not only those, but several more languages as well,” said Jay Shetty. “Expanding into more languages gives us the special opportunity to serve our audience better and bring these conversations to even more people. I truly believe this will deepen our impact, extend our reach and push forward our mission to make the world happier, healthier and more healed.”

“To have the opportunity to expand the intimacy and connection podcast hosts have with their audiences to even more people in their native language is super exciting,” said Malcolm Gladwell. “All my life my mom told me I had to learn another language. Turns out she was wrong.”

“Global podcast listenership continues to rise, with podcast consumption significantly growing in regions such as Latin America, Europe, India and other parts of Asia,” said Conal Byrne, CEO of the iHeart Digital Audio Group for iHeartMedia. “Podcast translation is an exciting step forward as content continues to globalize, allowing us to bring our catalog of hit shows and talent to these regions, helping us reach new audiences and bring fresh, insightful content worldwide.”

Podcast translations mark another step forward in iHeartPodcasts’ mission to make podcasting more accessible and inclusive. Earlier this year iHeart Women’s Sports, the first platform dedicated exclusively to highlighting women’s sports, announced eight new shows; and iHeartMedia and Charlamagne the God also announced the lineup for its annual Black Effect Podcast Festival – an event focused on storytelling, collaboration and live experiences as Black voices continue to shape culture and drive conversations. And, most recently iHeartMedia announced a partnership with the Government Communications Office of the State of Qatar to bring podcasting infrastructure, including a state-of-the-art podcast studio, to Qatar and a lineup of original shows to Arabic-listeners in the Middle East and North Africa.

All translated shows in each language are available to listen on iHeartRadio and most major podcast platforms. For clients and advertisers seeking media plans outside of North America they can reach out to AndyKelly@iHeartMedia.com.

iHeartRadio also hosted Album Preview Parties this week in Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, San Franciso, Nashville, Portland and Boston where fans received early access to the new album  

NEW YORK- June 18, 2025- iHeartMedia announced today the iHeartRadio Album Premiere Broadcast with Benson Boone celebrating the release of his new album “American Heart” which will broadcast across all CHR and Hot AC iHeartRadio stations on June 20 at midnight local time. Narrated by Benson Boone, the special will air the full album in its entirety and feature exclusive behind the music commentary from Benson.

In celebration of the new album, iHeartRadio hosted Album Preview Parties throughout the week in Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Nashville, Portland and Boston. Hosted by iHeartRadio personalities at Dallas’ 106.1 KISS FM, New York’s Z100 and 103.5 KTU, Los Angeles’ 102.7 KIIS FM and 104.3 MYFM, San Francisco’s WiLD 94.9 and Star 101.3, Nashville’s 107.5 The River, Portland’s Z100 and Boston’s Kiss 108, winners from the radio promotions were able to hear the new album in person ahead of its June 20 release.

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

Longoria and Hyphenate to Executive Produce New Slate of Original Podcasts

NEW YORK – June 16, 2025 – My Cultura, iHeartMedia’s podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, today announced a major expansion of its collaboration with award-winning actress, producer, director and philanthropist Eva Longoria. Hyphenate Media Group—the studio she co-founded in partnership with industry leader Cris Abrego, who serves as the group’s CEO—has acquired an equity share in My Cultura and will also be represented on its Board of Advisors. As part of the new deal, Hyphenate and Longoria will executive produce a slate of new original podcasts with iHeartMedia’s My Cultura.

“Storytelling shapes how we see ourselves and how the world sees us, and podcasting is one of the most intimate, accessible and powerful ways to connect with audiences and share meaningful, authentic conversations,” said Longoria. “There’s never been a more urgent time to elevate Latino voices and talent. Through this partnership between Hyphenate and iHeart’s My Cultura, we’re building a bigger platform for stories that reflect the richness and complexity of our community.”

The upcoming lineup will include the continuation of Longoria’s flagship podcast, “Hungry for History,” which she hosts alongside culinary historian Maite Gomez Rejón. More information on upcoming shows will be available soon.

“Podcasting is a natural dimension of the kind of IP we are investing in at Hyphenate—premium, creator-led, talent-driven, and designed to move across platforms,” said Abrego. “With iHeart’s unmatched reach and ambition, they are an ideal partner as we extend into audio and build a slate designed to shape the cultural and commercial landscape ahead.”

This new partnership arrives as My Cultura marks its fourth anniversary. Since its launch in May 2021—in collaboration with Enrique Santos, iHeartMedia’s top-rated on-air personality and President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino—the network has seen steady growth with downloads up 48 percent and listeners up 59 percent year-over-year. Longoria and Hyphenate join actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama (NCIS, Encanto, That ‘70s Show), who in September 2024 expanded his role and became a stakeholder of My Cultura.

The growth rate for Hispanic Americans listening to podcasts monthly is nearly three times faster than the U.S. population, with 43 percent of Hispanic Americans listening to podcast monthly, up 79 percent vs. 5 years ago according to Edison Research.

“We are honored to recognize our fourth anniversary by welcoming Hyphenate Media Group as a stakeholder in iHeart’s My Cultura Podcast Network and committing to a new slate of podcasts curated in partnership with Eva Longoria,” said Santos. “Eva brings with her a profound commitment to authentic storytelling and her vision aligns perfectly with My Cultura’s mission to create groundbreaking content that resonates with audiences worldwide. She has long been a powerful advocate for Latino voices, and her work both in front of and behind the camera has elevated our culture in meaningful, lasting ways. Her leadership continues to open doors and change narratives, making her a true force for representation.”

Longoria initially joined the My Cultura family in 2022 to launch a slate of original podcasts including “Hungry for History;” and “Connections with Eva Longoria,” an unscripted series in which Longoria and her guests engaged in complex topics with meaningful conversations. The My Cultura Podcast Network is additionally home to more than 55 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.

Listeners can hear all My Cultura shows on the iHeartRadio app and anywhere podcasts are found. See the full list here.

About Eva Longoria

Having worked consistently in Hollywood for over 20 years, Eva Longoria has cemented herself as an industry staple known for her work both in front of and behind the camera. Currently seen in CNN’s celebrated culinary original series Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain, which she produced as part of her company Hyphenate Media Group’s growing slate of original content, her other recent credits include Disney+’s Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip, Apple TV+’s Land of Women and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, which she recently won a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Longoria is currently in production for Eva Longoria: Searching for France which will premiere in 2026. Other past credits include Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico, Overboard, Dora and the Lost City of Gold, Grand Hotel, Devious Maids and Telenovela. In addition to her work in front of the camera, Longoria also directed Flamin’ Hot, which immediately catapulted to becoming Searchlight Pictures’ most watched streaming movie ever. Up next, she can also be seen in Amazon MGM’s The Pickup and Oh. What. Fun, and Gurinder Chadha’s holiday indie film, Christmas Karma. On the unscripted side, Eva is set to executive produce a docuseries about beloved Mexican soccer team, Club Necaxa, alongside Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Premiering on FX this summer, Eva also has a stake in the team.

Celebrated globally for her breadth of work, Longoria founded production company UnbeliEVAble Entertainment in 2005, soon after her breakthrough onscreen role on Desperate Housewives. The prolific company was behind many memorable hits, including ABC’s Grand Hotel, NBC’s Telenovela, Netflix’s Emmy Award-nominated documentary Reversing Roe, and CNN original Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico. In 2023, she co-founded Hyphenate Media Group and today serves as its Co- Founder alongside industry veteran Cris Abrego, Longoria serves as Chief Creative Officer setting the vision across the studio’s rich slate of originals while providing extraordinary leadership across its labels and investments. At the inception of Hyphenate Media Group, Longoria invested all assets and intellectual property from UnbeliEVAble Entertainment into the new venture, helping to jumpstart Hyphenate’s originals slate.

Additionally, Longoria is a dedicated philanthropist and activist who has consistently lent her voice to the issues she is passionate about. In 2024, she was awarded with the Bezos Courage & Civility Award for her longtime advocacy for the advancement of the Latino community as a storyteller, activist, and entrepreneur. She has since gone on to use the funds to further the work of the Eva Longoria Foundation (ELF) to champion innovative solutions that accelerate economic opportunity, civic participation, and cultural influence. In over a decade of work, ELF has helped over 30,000 Latinas unlock their power to better themselves and their own communities. She is also an investor and advisor in Siete Foods, that recently sold to PepsiCo for $1.2B and owns successful luxury tequila company Casa Del Sol all while being a global ambassador for L’Oreal Paris for 20 years.

About Hyphenate Media Group

Hyphenate Media Group is a premium content studio and media holding company co-founded by industry veteran and entrepreneur Cris Abrego (CEO) and award-winning director, producer, and entrepreneur Eva Longoria (Chief Creative Officer). A television first company, Hyphenate develops and produces creator-led IP that spans scripted and unscripted formats with a sharp focus on bold, compelling storytelling designed for premium streaming, cable, and network partners. In addition to its slate of original productions, Hyphenate strategically invests in creator-led enterprises and content, scaling their growth through capital, business development, and the infrastructure provided by Hyphenate’s core leadership team. The company is also expanding select projects across film, audio, and digital verticals, creating a 360-degree approach to content development that maximizes global audience reach and long-term IP value. To jumpstart its own studio function, Hyphenate acquired the full slate of UnbeliEVAble Entertainment, the production label founded by Longoria in 2005. Hyphenate’s portfolio of content includes Land of Women (Apple TV+) and Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain (CNN). Upcoming releases include Eva Longoria: Searching for France (CNN), Necaxa (FX), and the film Fifth Wheel (Netflix).

Co-produced by COPA90 and Message Heard, the show’s first 10 episodes will document the ins and outs of building a new MLS team before transitioning into coverage of SDFC’s inaugural season

Listen to the trailer HERE

NEW YORK – June 12, 2025 – iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced “San Diego FC: Behind the Flow,” a new podcast co-produced by COPA90 and Message Heard. The podcast follows the creation of Major League Soccer’s (MLS) new expansion team as they prepared for their first season. The show, hosted by sports personality Adrian Garcia Marquez, will launch on June 19 with new episodes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

“San Diego FC: Behind the Flow” will debut as a 10-episode documentary podcast giving an inside look at what it takes to establish a major sports team in a competitive market. Following the documentary episodes, the podcast will transition to a sports talk show covering the remainder of SDFC’s inaugural MLS season. 

“Sports fans have proven they’re hungry for behind-the-scenes insights into their favorite team that go beyond field performance, so it felt like a perfect opportunity to partner with San Diego FC and MLS to create a first-of-its-kind show that blends documentary and sports talk to push the boundary of what live coverage of a team can look like,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “SDFC has the potential to become one of the MLS’ most backed teams, and we’re excited to help broaden and engage their audience through iHeart’s industry-leading reach.”

The first part of the show will document the creation of SDFC, from its inception to its first game, and capture the challenges and triumphs of building a team, fanbase and club identity from scratch. It will also spotlight SDFC’s pioneering mixed-gender Right to Dream (RTD) academy and its mission to identify top talent, with the show going into Mexico where SDFC scouts met young players hoping for a spot. Midway through its inaugural season, SDFC sits second in the MLS Western Conference standings with 30 points from 17 matches – an early testament to the Club’s ambitious vision and competitive foundation as it settles into the MLS landscape.

“From day one, our mission has been to create a Club that’s deeply connected to San Diego and authentic in everything we do,” said Tom Penn, CEO of SDFC. “San Diego FC: Behind the Flow captures the spirit, ambition, and purpose driving our journey – from the bold vision behind our Right to Dream Academy to the foundation we’ve laid for this Club to last generations. We’re excited to share the vision that’s shaping our Club and invite fans into the journey from the very beginning.”

“As the newest expansion team, San Diego FC offers a unique opportunity to showcase what it means to build a club from the ground up," said Seth Bacon, Executive Vice President of Media, MLS. "This collaboration reflects MLS’ commitment to storytelling that brings our league closer to its communities, clubs, players and fans." 

"We are thrilled to partner with iHeartPodcasts and COPA90 to bring the incredible story of San Diego FC to life in this groundbreaking podcast," said Jake Warren, CEO of Message Heard. "This project is not only a first in podcasting, but it's a testament to the power of audio to connect fans with the heart and soul of a club. We believe this immersive experience will set a new standard for sports storytelling and deepen the relationship between SDFC, its passionate supporters and the wider community."

“San Diego FC: Behind the Flow” will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts and available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. COPA90 is a proud promotional partner of “San Diego FC: Behind the Flow.”

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About Adrian Garcia-Marquez

Adrian Garcia-Marquez (AGM) is an Emmy winning multi-sport play-by-play announcer, narrator and host. Garcia-Márquez currently serves as the English language voice of San Diego FC on iHeartMedia’s San Diego Sports 760 AM and the top Spanish language announcer for NFL with the Los Angeles Chargers. He is also the lead play-by-play announcer for Fox Deportes Major League Baseball where he’s called 11 World Series and 16 All-Star games. Additionally, Garcia-Marquez has called three Super Bowls and was also the TV voice of the Los Angeles Lakers. In his time calling Lakers basketball, he became an Emmy Award-winning announcer while also securing two NBA 'Best Live Call' Awards and three straight 'Best TV Play by Play in Spanish' Awards from the Southern California Sports Broadcasters Association. AGM also received two "Call of the Year" nominations from SCSB for 2017 and 2018. In 2017. he led the calls for NBA League Pass in Español. The veteran broadcaster has also called two Olympics with Telemundo in Basketball, Baseball and Soccer. The San Diego, California native has also called Liga MX, Copa Libertadores, International matches and Olympic qualifiers for Fox Sports, as well hosted shows and called Nations League for CBS Paramount’s Golazo Network.

About San Diego FC

San Diego FC is Major League Soccer’s 30th Club, competing in its inaugural season at Snapdragon Stadium in 2025. The Club is jointly owned by Sir Mohamed Mansour, a distinguished entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with global ties in the sport, and the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, the first Native American tribe with a significant ownership stake in a men’s professional team across all major sports leagues. Manny Machado, San Diego’s perennial MLB All-Star, is an investor in the Club, alongside other high-profile partners including World Cup champion Juan Mata, Emmy-nominated actress and producer Issa Rae, and Grammy Award-winning artist Tems. San Diego FC is a proud member of the Right to Dream community, a global network of youth academies and professional football clubs. San Diego FC’s stated vision is to become the epicenter of football excellence and innovation in North America.

About Right to Dream

Right to Dream is a global football community dedicated to identifying and developing talented young student-athletes through its network of world-class academies, professional football clubs, and educational partners. Owned by Man Capital LLP, a global independent investment firm founded by Sir Mohamed Mansour, chairman, and his son Loutfy Mansour, CEO, Right to Dream is committed to providing a unique, integrated development pathway that combines elite professional football training with a comprehensive education for all its student-athletes. Founded in 1999 in Ghana as its first academy, it expanded its global reach, to acquire Danish club FC Nordsjælland (FCN) in 2015. FCN fields both men's and women's teams, competing in the Danish Superliga and Kvindeliga. FCN has earned recognition for consistently fielding one of the youngest teams in a top European league, providing a clear pathway to first-team football for its youth players. In 2023, the FCN Academy was ranked the best in Denmark by the Danish FA, a testament to its commitment to player development. FCN Women are the reigning Kvindeliga champions. A pioneer in advancing girls’ football in Africa, Right to Dream established the first fully residential girls' football academy on the continent in 2013. Right to Dream later acquired Egyptian club FC Masar, in 2022. FC Masar Women currently hold the Egyptian Premier League title. Right to Dream recently partnered with the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation to become the 30th Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise, San Diego FC. The team will be the first in the MLS to offer a combined, fully funded privately operated school and residential football academy for both boys and girls. Right to Dream partners with over 73 of the world's leading high schools, colleges, and universities to provide its student-athletes with academic opportunities worldwide.

About MLS

Headquartered in New York City, Major League Soccer -- celebrating its 30th season in 2025 -- features 30 clubs throughout the United States and Canada. All MLS, Leagues Cup, and select MLS NEXT Pro and MLS NEXT matches can be watched through MLS Season Pass, available on the Apple TV app on Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, and game consoles, and the web at  tv.apple.com. MLS Season Pass features the most expansive and accessible lineup of programming ever for MLS fans. For more information about MLS, visit mlssoccer.com. For more information about the Apple TV app, visit apple.com/apple-tv-app.

The Drink Champs Podcast Network in Partnership with The Black Effect to feature a new slate of original podcasts executive produced by N.O.R.E and EFN that explore the dynamic intersection between hip-hop, culture and creativity

The new podcast network debuts its first show, “ROC SOLID with Memphis Bleek”

Listen to “ROC Solid” now HERE

NEW YORK — June 10, 2025 — iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Charlamagne Tha God’s The Black Effect Podcast Network today announced the launch of The Drink Champs Podcast Network in Partnership with The Black Effect, a new home for culture-shifting conversations and original content rooted in hip-hop and beyond. All content on the new network will be executive produced by Drink Champs’ hosts N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN, known for their captivating storytelling and dynamic interviews.

From debuting their show nine years ago to amassing nearly 100 million downloads, legendary Queens rapper N.O.R.E and Miami Hip Hop pioneer DJ EFN have firmly established themselves as ones-to-watch in the podcasting space with “Drink Champs.” Now, with the launch of The Drink Champs Podcast Network in Partnership with The Black Effect, they are set to amplify new voices, elevate untold stories and expand the legacy of culturally impactful storytelling rooted in hip-hop.

"We're eager to share all we've learned over the years in helping trailblaze in this space," said Drink Champs co-hosts N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN. "Our goal is to set people up not only for success, but with the tools to forge their own lanes."

“This collaboration between The Black Effect Podcast Network and 'Drink Champs' represents something special within the podcasting world,” said Dollie S. Bishop, President, The Black Effect Podcast Network. “We’re merging the energy and authenticity of hip hop culture with the vast reach of iHeartMedia, creating a unique platform for storytelling and culture-rich conversations. Our shared vision allows us to create a platform that not only amplifies the voices in music and hip hop but also connects with our audience on a deeper level.”

The network will debut with, “ROC Solid,” a new original podcast series hosted by hip-hop icon and Roc-A-Fella Records legend Memphis Bleek. After decades of making waves in the music industry, Bleek is flipping the script in “ROC Solid,” and now he’s the one asking the questions. The new original series will highlight voices from Bleek’s Roc-A-Fella past including N.O.R.E., Young Guru, Freeway, Lenny S, and more, and will expand beyond the music label to feature raw, unfiltered conversations about what it truly means to be solid. This isn’t just a Roc-A-Fella retrospective, it’s a platform for culture-shapers across music, business, sports, and beyond who’ve made a lasting impact.

“After everything I’ve seen, done, and built in this game, it’s time to tell the real stories and hear from others who’ve stayed true to theirs,” said Bleek. “ROC SOLID’ is about more than music. It’s about the mindset, the moves, and the moments that define greatness.”

“We are excited to officially launch our network in partnership with iHeartMedia and The Black Effect Podcast Network, with ‘ROC Solid’ hosted by Memphis Bleek as the first show,” said DJ EFN. “It’s only natural that Bleek – a ‘Drink Champs’ fan favorite and repeat guest would be the host of our debut show.”

In celebration of Black Music Month, the series will kick off with a special debut episode featuring Ja Rule. In the no-holds-barred conversation, Bleek and Ja will reflect on their journeys as rap artists, Roc-A-Fella memories, and the state of the culture today.

“Launching the network with ‘ROC Solid’ feels like the perfect fit. It’s the kind of show that gets to the heart of the music industry with raw stories, real voices and a lot of truth,” said Bishop.

Additional shows on The Drink Champs Podcast Network in Partnership with The Black Effect will be announced later but will include a diverse range of content that resonates with hip hop fans everywhere.

“ROC Solid” and all shows on The Drink Champs Podcast Network in Partnership with The Black Effect will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. To learn more about "Drink Champs" visit: https://www.youtube.com/@DrinkChamps.

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“ROC Solid” show artwork is available for download HERE.

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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 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.