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News about iHeartMedia, Inc. (IHRT) reflects its role as a large audio media company active across broadcast radio, digital audio, podcasts and live events. Company announcements frequently highlight programming, partnerships and events that involve both its radio networks and its broader audio platforms.
Recent press releases describe the iHeartPodcast Awards, which honor podcasters across multiple categories and are presented in partnership with South by Southwest (SXSW). The event is staged at ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas and is broadcast on select iHeartMedia radio stations and through the iHeartRadio app. iHeartMedia also reports on its iHeartCountry Festival, a live country music event in Austin that is presented with brand partners and carried across iHeartCountry stations and digital channels.
iHeartMedia news also covers the iHeartRadio Music Awards, an annual show produced with FOX Entertainment that recognizes the most‑played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app. These announcements include details on nominees, fan‑voted categories and broadcast plans from venues such as the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Beyond events, the company issues news about partnerships and platform developments. Examples include an expanded relationship with Amazon Ads to make iHeart’s streaming audio inventory available through Amazon DSP, a multiplatform collaboration with TikTok to launch the TikTok Podcast Network and TikTok Radio, and an exclusive video podcast partnership with Netflix for selected iHeartPodcasts. Additional releases highlight creator‑focused initiatives, such as a new video podcast distribution capability within iHeartRadio and new podcast launches with high‑profile hosts.
Investors and followers of IHRT can use this news feed to review company communications on awards shows, festivals, creator partnerships, advertising relationships and financial results, all of which provide insight into how iHeartMedia presents its activities and priorities.
iHeartMedia (NYSE:IHRT) and Audacy have announced a significant content distribution partnership that will bring Audacy's entire broadcast radio portfolio to the iHeartRadio platform. Through this collaboration, over 240 Audacy radio brands and time-shifted podcasts will be available on iHeartRadio's digital streaming service.
The partnership expands Audacy's content reach across more than 500 additional platforms and over 2,000 devices, including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, and gaming consoles. Notable Audacy content coming to iHeartRadio includes 28 sports brands like WFAN in New York, seven of America's top eight most-listened-to All News stations including 1010 WINS, and popular music brands such as KROQ in Los Angeles and 93XRT in Chicago.
iHeartMedia (IHRT) and Bloomberg Media have renewed their podcast partnership, extending iHeartMedia's role as the exclusive distributor of Bloomberg's podcast catalog. Since 2021, the collaboration has produced over 30 podcasts focused on business and finance. The renewed agreement includes the continuation of successful shows like Big Take, In Trust, and Bloomberg Crypto, alongside new launches such as "Levittown" and "Everybody's Business".
The partnership leverages iHeartMedia's position as the #1 global podcast publisher according to Podtrac, combining Bloomberg's high-quality content with iHeart's extensive audience reach. Bloomberg's podcast portfolio covers analysis and insights across business, finance, economics, politics, technology, healthcare, and sports.
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iHeartMedia (Nasdaq: IHRT) has appointed David Hillman as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary. In his new position, Hillman will manage all legal matters, including compliance, regulatory and corporate governance functions, along with Government Affairs, Business Affairs and Privacy teams.
Hillman brings extensive media experience, most recently serving as Chief Legal Officer at Venu Sports, a sports streaming joint venture between ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery. His previous roles include EVP and General Counsel positions at CBS Sports, CBS News & Stations, Simon & Schuster, and Westwood One.
Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia, highlighted Hillman's relevant experience across media businesses and familiarity with the audio industry as key factors in his appointment to help maintain iHeart's position as America's #1 audio company.