iHeartMedia Teams Up With The Martin Luther King III Foundation and Legacy+ To Launch New Groundbreaking "My Legacy" Podcast Highlighting Iconic Changemakers
iHeartMedia, The Martin Luther King III Foundation and Legacy+ announced 'My Legacy', a new podcast series launching January 20, 2025. The series will feature intimate conversations with influential leaders and public figures, hosted by Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, and Legacy+ founders Craig and Marc Kielburger.
The weekly podcast will debut on MLK Day, featuring guests like Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter, and Martin Sheen, accompanied by their close confidantes. The series aims to explore defining moments and untold struggles shaping their legacies.
As part of the initiative, iHeartMedia will award a $5 million Spotlight Media Grant to the 'Realize the Dream' Movement, supporting their goal to inspire 100 million hours of community service before Dr. King's 100th birth anniversary in 2029.
iHeartMedia, la Fondazione Martin Luther King III e Legacy+ hanno annunciato 'My Legacy', una nuova serie di podcast che debutterà il 20 gennaio 2025. La serie presenterà conversazioni intime con leader influenti e figure pubbliche, condotte da Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King e i fondatori di Legacy+, Craig e Marc Kielburger.
Il podcast settimanale sarà lanciato nel Giorno di Martin Luther King, con ospiti come Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter e Martin Sheen, accompagnati dai loro fidati confidente. La serie mira a esplorare i momenti decisivi e le lotte non raccontate che plasmano il loro lascito.
Come parte dell'iniziativa, iHeartMedia assegnerà una sovvenzione Spotlight Media di 5 milioni di dollari al movimento 'Realize the Dream', sostenendo il loro obiettivo di ispirare 100 milioni di ore di servizio comunitario prima del centenario della nascita del Dr. King nel 2029.
iHeartMedia, la Fundación Martin Luther King III y Legacy+ anunciaron 'My Legacy', una nueva serie de pódcast que se lanzará el 20 de enero de 2025. La serie contará con conversaciones íntimas con líderes influyentes y figuras públicas, presentada por Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King y los fundadores de Legacy+, Craig y Marc Kielburger.
El pódcast semanal se estrenará en el Día de Martin Luther King, con invitados como Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter y Martin Sheen, acompañados de sus cercanos confidentes. La serie tiene como objetivo explorar momentos definitorios y luchas no contadas que moldean sus legados.
Como parte de la iniciativa, iHeartMedia otorgará una subvención de medios Spotlight de 5 millones de dólares al movimiento 'Realize the Dream', apoyando su objetivo de inspirar 100 millones de horas de servicio comunitario antes del centenario del Dr. King en 2029.
iHeartMedia, 마틴 루터 킹 III 재단과 Legacy+가 'My Legacy'라는 새로운 팟캐스트 시리즈를 2025년 1월 20일에 출시한다고 발표했습니다. 이 시리즈는 마틴 루터 킹 III, 아른드레아 워터스 킹, Legacy+ 설립자인 크레이그와 마크 키엘부르거가 진행하며 영향력 있는 지도자와 공적인 인물들과의 친밀한 대화를 특징으로 할 것입니다.
주간 팟캐스트는 마틴 루터 킹 기념일에 개막하며, 멜 로빈스, 산자이 굽타 박사, 데이비드 오예로와 빌리 포터, 마틴 쉰 같은 게스트와 그들의 가까운 신뢰자들이 함께할 것입니다. 이 시리즈는 그들의 유산을 형성하는 정의로운 순간과 이야기되지 않은 투쟁을 탐구하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
이 이니셔티브의 일환으로, iHeartMedia는 'Realize the Dream' 운동에 500만 달러의 스포트라이트 미디어 보조금을 수여하여, 2029년 Dr. King의 100주년 생일 전에 1억 시간을 자원봉사로 영감을 주는 목표를 지원합니다.
iHeartMedia, la Fondation Martin Luther King III et Legacy+ ont annoncé 'My Legacy', une nouvelle série de podcasts qui sera lancée le 20 janvier 2025. La série mettra en avant des conversations intimes avec des leaders influents et des figures publiques, animées par Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King et les fondateurs de Legacy+, Craig et Marc Kielburger.
Le podcast hebdomadaire fera ses débuts le jour de Martin Luther King, avec des invités tels que Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter et Martin Sheen, accompagnés de leurs proches confidents. La série vise à explorer des moments décisifs et des luttes non racontées qui façonnent leurs héritages.
Dans le cadre de l'initiative, iHeartMedia accordera une subvention Spotlight Media de 5 millions de dollars au mouvement 'Realize the Dream', soutenant leur objectif d'inspirer 100 millions d'heures de services communautaires avant le centenaire de Dr. King en 2029.
iHeartMedia, die Martin Luther King III Stiftung und Legacy+ haben 'My Legacy' angekündigt, eine neue Podcast-Serie, die am 20. Januar 2025 startet. Die Serie wird intime Gespräche mit einflussreichen Führern und öffentlichen Persönlichkeiten präsentieren, moderiert von Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King und den Gründern von Legacy+, Craig und Marc Kielburger.
Der wöchentliche Podcast wird am MLK-Tag debütieren und Gäste wie Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter und Martin Sheen begrüßen, begleitet von ihren engsten Vertrauten. Die Serie zielt darauf ab, prägende Momente und ungehörte Kämpfe zu erkunden, die ihr Erbe formen.
Im Rahmen der Initiative wird iHeartMedia einen Spotlight Media Grant in Höhe von 5 Millionen Dollar an die 'Realize the Dream'-Bewegung vergeben, um deren Ziel zu unterstützen, bis zum 100. Geburtstag von Dr. King im Jahr 2029 100 Millionen Stunden ehrenamtlichen Dienst zu inspirieren.
- Secured $5 million Spotlight Media Grant commitment for 'Realize the Dream' Movement
- Partnership with high-profile foundations and influential public figures
- Integration into iHeart's Sunday Night Podcasts programming lineup for nationwide broadcast
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Insights
This announcement, while culturally significant, has direct financial impact on iHeartMedia's core business metrics. The
The partnership with high-profile figures and the MLK Foundation may generate positive brand association and potential advertising revenue, but the Sunday night programming slot indicates this is more of a prestige project than a prime revenue driver. The impact on iHeart's $310M market cap and overall financial performance is expected to be negligible.
From a business perspective, this initiative aligns with iHeart's content diversification strategy but doesn't introduce significant new revenue streams or market opportunities that would materially affect the stock value.
The strategic timing of this launch on MLK Day demonstrates sophisticated content positioning, but the business implications are modest. The involvement of well-known personalities like Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Billy Porter suggests potential for cross-promotional opportunities and audience expansion, yet the weekly release schedule and Sunday night slot indicate this is not positioned as a tentpole franchise for iHeart's podcast portfolio.
While the executive production talent from The Oprah Winfrey Show adds credibility, the podcast market is highly saturated with celebrity-driven interview formats. The unique angle of including confidantes provides differentiation but likely won't drive significant subscriber growth or advertiser interest beyond iHeart's existing podcast network metrics.
Hosted by Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Craig Kielburger and Marc Kielburger, the podcast explores the defining moments and untold struggles shaping the legacies of extraordinary leaders
Launching on MLK Day, podcast guests include Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter, Martin Sheen, and many more
In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy, iHeartMedia will award a
Debuting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the weekly "My Legacy" podcast will bring listeners transformative conversations with luminaries such as Mel Robbins, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, David Oyelowo, Billy Porter, Martin Sheen, and others. These notable figures will be joined by a loved one or trusted confidante who knows them best – family members, friends and mentors, offering new perspectives on the trials, triumphs and truths behind their incredible journeys. Through candid reflections, the series will uncover how their stories of resilience and growth contributed to building their living legacies and a fulfilled life. New episodes will be available on Mondays.
"'My Legacy' is a celebration of the bold decisions and crucial moments that shape the stories of extraordinary individuals," said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. "By honoring Dr. King's legacy through powerful and unique narratives, we hope to inspire listeners to reflect on their own impact and the lasting change they can create in the world."
"Every person has a story, and it's in sharing those stories that we find the threads connecting us all," said Martin Luther King III. "'My Legacy' is about uncovering the untold moments that define us and connecting with the humanity in every voice."
"'My Legacy' shines a light on the resilience and love that shape our lives, reminding us that each of us has the power to create a fulfilled life," added Arndrea Waters King.
The co-produced "My Legacy" podcast joins the 'Realize the Dream' initiative to foster unity and empower communities across America – a movement inspired by the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s vision to create a society rooted in peace, justice, equality and love for all. As part of the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy, iHeartMedia will award a
"My Legacy" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and wherever podcasts are heard. It is created by Executive Producer Suzanne Hayward, who spent over a decade as a senior producer for The Oprah Winfrey Show.
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About The Hosts:
Martin Luther King III is a global human rights advocate and the eldest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. A champion for nonviolence and social justice, he has inspired millions, advised heads of state, and led civil rights initiatives on nearly every continent. Martin served two terms on the
Arndrea Waters King is president of the Drum Major Institute and a passionate advocate for social justice and equality. She organized the first National Conference on Hate Crimes and Hate Violence, partnering with over one hundred national organizations. Arndrea's work with the Center for Democratic Renewal (formerly known as the National Anti-Klan Network) and civil rights icon Dr. C.T. Vivian, a lieutenant of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has been instrumental in advancing civil rights. She coauthored When Hate Comes to Town: Faith-Based Edition and has written numerous articles and publications. She has spoken before mass crowds as a champion of democracy, justice and human dignity.
Marc Kielburger is a New York Times bestselling author, Harvard graduate, Rhodes Scholar and Oxford-trained lawyer. With thirty years as a movement builder and social entrepreneur, he's collaborated with leaders like Oprah Winfrey and brands like Virgin Group, headlining over 130 live events to inspire millions. A member of the Order of
Craig Kielburger is a New York Times bestselling author, humanitarian and social entrepreneur. An expert at driving movements for scalable social change and building mission-driven brands, he co-founded Legacy+ with his brother. Craig has received the Nelson Mandela Human Rights Award, the World Children's Prize and is a member of the Order of
About My Legacy
My Legacy is a vibrant global community that empowers individuals to live their best lives and lives larger than themselves. Our connection platform offers an array of tools, resources, education and inspiration designed to light a path toward the most sought- after yet elusive state of being: fulfillment. To learn more, visit mylegacy.com.
About Realize the Dream
Realize the Dream is a bold movement to rally communities to perform one hundred million hours of service by the one hundredth anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth. It's a call for us all to reach out to people and causes in need—and make a difference through acts of love, compassion and goodwill. Get started at RealizeTheDream.org.
About The Martin Luther King III Foundation
The Martin Luther King III Foundation is an organization dedicated to building up to a new culture of compassion, trust, dignity, acceptance and love through ideas, words and insights. Leading the way in representing the three values: justice, equity and peace.
About Legacy+
Legacy+ is a foundry of strategists, designers, creators, storytellers and innovators that brings purpose to life for companies, foundations and individuals. It builds real movements and legacy-driven projects with life-changing impacts for people and communities around the world. They have partnered with globally renowned thought leaders, activists, CEOs, entertainers, athletes, celebrities and more to inspire millions. Learn more at LegacyPlus.org.
About iHeartMedia
iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with
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