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Historic $113M investment catalyzes NPR's strategic push for digital growth and network sustainability

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:27:14 EDT

NPR announced it has received philanthropic gifts totaling more than $110 million — including the largest by a living donor in NPR's history — as a strategic investment in its future. These gifts will be used to expand audience connection, accelerate digital transformation, and increase the sustainability of the national NPR Network. These gifts are extraordinary and unprecedented commitments that will help secure NPR's future as America's premier public service journalism network. - - Phil...

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Tennis Champion and Entrepreneur Maria Sharapova Launches New Weekly Show, 'Pretty Tough,' with Vox Media

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:51:15 EDT

Five-time Grand Slam champion, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Maria Sharapova is bringing her trademark intensity and drive to a new weekly interview podcast that challenges how female ambition is defined and discussed. On Pretty Tough , Sharapova sits down with high-performing women across industries for candid, wide-ranging conversations about excellence — on their own terms. Inspired by Sharapova's own journey as a world-class athlete and entrepreneur, the show serves as a...

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The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi Joins the Vox Media Podcast Network

Thu, 9 Apr 2026 04:22:30 EDT

Vox Media announced a partnership with The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi, bringing the weekly comedy podcast to the Vox Media Podcast Network. Hosted by stand-up comedian Gianmarco Soresi (4.9 million followers) and actor Russell Daniels, The Downside embraces the negatives of life with humor and honesty. With new guests each week, this is the podcast where complaining is encouraged, negativity is celebrated and silver linings are debunked. Recent guests include Kumail Nanjiani, Ca...

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iHeartMedia World Premieres New Singles from OneRepublic, Dan + Shay, Luke Bryan, Miley Cyrus and Brantley Gilbert

Mon, 6 Apr 2026 15:06:48 EDT

iHeartMedia recently highlighted new music and artists alike with special programming, including World Premiere debuts and more. - - OneRepublic's “Need Your Love” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC stations and Dan + Shay's “Say So” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartCountry stations. - - Luke Bryan's “Country And She Knows It” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartCountry stations, Miley Cyrus' “Younger You” had a World Premiere debut across al...

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Federal Court delivers victory for press freedom and the First Amendment in NPR's challenge to Executive Order

Thu, 2 Apr 2026 04:48:33 EDT

U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss ruled that the key provision of Executive Order 14290, which was issued by President Donald J. Trump in May 2025, is unconstitutional, delivering a resounding victory for the First Amendment, editorial independence, and public media. - - In his decision, Judge Moss determined that the Order violated the First Amendment, holding that the key provision of the Executive Order was unconstitutional. The ruling permanently enjoined the government from implementin...

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iHeartMedia Celebrated the Best in Music at the 13th Annual iHeartRadio Music Awards Live on FOX, Hosted by Ludacris

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:02:36 EDT

The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards gathered some of the most iconic artists to celebrate the best in music. Hosted by Ludacris, the event took place at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, aired LIVE on FOX and also broadcasted live on iHeartRadio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app. The event is available to stream next day on Hulu. The awards show featured performances by Alex Warren, John Mellencamp, Kehlani, Lainey Wilson, Ludacris, RAYE, and performing for the first time together,...

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iHeartMedia World Premieres New Singles from BTS, Muse; Launches “Bob Kingsley's Countdown Classics”

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:21:10 EDT

iHeartMedia recently highlighted new music and artists alike with special programming, including new World Premiere debuts and more. - - BTS's new single “Swim” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio CHR and Hot AC stations, and Muse's new single “Be With You” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Alt stations. - - Additionally, iHeartRadio launched “Bob Kingsley's Countdown Classics” this week, a new streaming station dedicated to the legendary countdown show hosted...

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