Photo Credit: Charlamagne Tha God for iHeartMedia
New York’s Power 105 and iHeartMedia have extended their relationship with media mogul and “The Breakfast Club” host Charlamagne Tha God as a number of shakeups hit the NYC hip-hop radio circuit.
According to details emailed to DMN this morning. iHeartMedia has confirmed the extension of its relationship with culture-shifter and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God, co-host of iHeartMedia New York’s Power 105’s radio show “The Breakfast Club.”
Under the multi-year agreement, Charlamagne will continue his trademark interview style on the nationally syndicated radio show, weekdays from 6 to 10 AM EST, as well as “Weekends with The Breakfast Club,” alongside co-hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, and Loren LoRosa.
“When it comes to iHeartMedia, gratitude will always be my attitude. They’ve created space for me to grow not just as talent, but as an executive and true partner through The Black Effect Podcast Network,” said Charlamagne. “To say that I’m thankful is an understatement. iHeart is the biggest and best audio company on the planet, and audio is the foundation on which the whole media conglomerate will be built. Podcasting, live events, TV/film, and documentaries, the sky is the limit for where we are going; and radio will always be at the core of it. Here’s to a new era of growth, impact, and prosperity.”
“The Breakfast Club,” celebrating its 15-year milestone this month, is widely regarded as the most informative and entertaining contemporary hip-hop/R&B morning show today. Charlamagne Tha God and his co-hosts DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, and Loren LoRosa are known for their unrivaled interviews with celebrities and recording artists.
Esteemed guests who have appeared on the show include former President Barack Obama, former President Joe Biden, former Vice President Kamala Harris, Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Future, 50 Cent, Lizzo, Will Smith, Alicia Keys, and many more. Charlamagne Tha God and “The Breakfast Club” were inducted into the Radi Hall of Fame in 2020.
“Charlamagne has been a transformative voice in audio, redefining what it means to create content that sparks dialogue and drives cultural change. Through ‘The Breakfast Club’ and his growing podcast network, he’s amplified diverse voices, tackled tough conversations, and built platforms that continue to resonate with audiences nationwide,” said Rich Bressler, President & COO for iHeartMedia. “His influence has helped shape the future of audio, and we’re energized by what lies ahead and appreciate his ongoing trust in iHeart.”
iHeart and Charlamagne will continue to partner on the historic joint venture, The Black Effect Podcast Network, the world’s largest podcast publisher dedicated to Black listeners, bringing together the most influential voices in Black culture. Launched in 2020 and curated by Charlamagne himself, The Black Effect has debuted 60-plus shows, generating 11 million monthly downloads and featuring a luminous roster of talent.
