Welcome to Almost Adulting! New name, same daddy issues (previously known as Too Tired To Be Crazy). The meme queen, Violet Benson is back with a brand-new podcast to empower, liberate, and help you feel seen. On Almost Adulting, Violet is the big sister you NEED with no topic off limits. In fact, each month will focus on a specific topic such as mental health, career, manifesting, conspiracy theories, LGBTQ+, sex, dating, breakups, and more!! Each week, Violet discusses the biggest stories ...
Join Shannon Burns and Myles Galloway from iHeartRadio.ca weekly, as they break down the most important stories in the world of music, with audio editions every weekday. PLUS: Hear in depth interviews with your favourite artists conducted by Shannon Burns and the iHeartRadio family of interviewers in Canada.
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James Arthur on his NEW album, HIP HOP and the journey to his music today!
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James Arthur tells us about his new album, 'It'll All Make Sense In The End', when he stopped by iHeartRadio. James Arthur chats with us about the struggles of touring and how the changing climates got to him during his latest worldwide tour. James Arthur & iHeartRadio Nights' Myles Galloway bond and talk about their shared love for the Rangers F.C…
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The Chainsmokers on "So Far So Good", The Perfect Hotdog, and their EXTRA long Pandemic Hiatus!
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The Chainsmokers sit down with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns to talk about their new album "So Far So Good". Drew explains what makes his perfect hotdog. Alex and Drew break down their two year break during the pandemic and what went into the making of their new album out now. They also chat with Shannon on their music making process.…
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Dua Lipa Takes Role In 'Barbie' Movie: Report, Lyft Driver Accused Of Stealing Ozzy Osbourne's Clothes, Cody Simpson Qualifies For Commonwealth Games
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Dua Lipa has a role in the forthcoming Barbie movie, according to a report. UK tabloid The Sun cited an unnamed source as saying the 26-year-old English pop star will appear in the romantic comedy, which stars Margot Robbie as the titular doll. A Lyft driver in Los Angeles was accused Wednesday of “knowingly” driving off with clothing belonging to …
“Emotion knows no time.” Episode #4 of May’s Mental Health Month Men are emotional creatures too! They can cry, they can feel pain, they can be weak, and they can become vulnerable. BUT society is telling them not to do any of this. Society is telling them to hide their emotions to stay masculine. They are being deprived of the chance to properly p…
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What I Learned This Week - Right Guy Wrong Time
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WELCOME TO WHAT I LEARNED THIS WEEK - RIGHT GUY, WRONG TIME. A 5 minute bonus episode for my besties that don't do podcasts or have the time! EVERY TUESDAY!! This week I learned the truth about right guy, wrong time. So here's a 5 minute pep talk that will change your LIFE.... from your big sis, aka me, Violet Benson. :) Don't forget to subscribe t…
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Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys on Dropout Boogie, Magic w/ Pat Carney, Learning Music, Billy Gibbons
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Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys calls in to talk with iHeartRadio's JD Lewis about their new album Dropout Boogie and how special his relationship is with Patrick Carney! Dan from The Black Keys talk about the Shed tour, playing music as a kid and working with Billy Gibbons and if he has a musical bucket list!?…
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Holly Humberstone on Touring with Olivia Rodrigo, Collaborating with Matt Healy, Working on her Full Length LP!
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The wonderful Holly Humberstone sits down with Shannon Burns to talk about opening for Olivia Rodrigo, and making new fans along the way! Holly tells Shannon about how she connected with Olivia, and her collaboration with Matt Healy! Holly tells Shannon about the process about putting together a full length LP and how she always feels like she has …
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Dua Lipa Takes Fans Backstage, Answers '73 Questions', Kendrick Lamar Shares Family News On Album Cover, Red Hot Chili Peppers Pull Out Of 'Billboard' Music Awards
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Dua Lipa took Vogue behind the scenes of her Future Nostalgia Tour while participating in the popular “73 Questions.” Recorded in late March at The Forum in Inglewood, California, the segment sees Lipa showing off her quick-change skills, a difficult yoga position and her viral shimmy from 2018’s “One Kiss.” Kendrick Lamar surprised fans on Wednesd…
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Prioritize Ur Healing B*tch PT.2 w/ Mark Groves
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"What makes love so valuable is the grief that is accompanied with the possibility of losing it." Episode #3 of May’s Mental Health Month. All right, Besties, it’s time for part 2, and the title says it all – today’s episode is all about healing! Breakups are never easy, but you need to stop chasing someone who doesn’t want you and choose yourself.…
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Hilary Duff Strips Down For 'Women's Health', Apple Announces End Of iPod Touch, Doja Cat, Dolly Parton Star In 'Mexican Pizza: The Musical'
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Hilary Duff said Tuesday it was “scary” to doff her clothes and pose nude for the latest issue of Women’s Health. Apple announced this week it is discontinuing the iPod Touch, its only remaining model of portable media player. The company discontinued the original iPod in 2015 and scrapped the iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle in 2017. (The iPod Mini was …
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Young Thug Arrested On Gang-Related Charges, One Direction's 'Drag Me Down' Tops 1 Billion Views, Joe Alwyn Reflects On Writing With Taylor Swift
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Young Thug, who is scheduled to perform later this month at a festival in Montreal, was arrested Monday on suspicion of being part of an Atlanta street gang. One Direction’s “Drag Me Down” video hit the billion-views mark on YouTube on Monday. The video, directed by Ben Turner and Gabe Turner, premiered on the platform in 2015 and was the first fro…
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Prioritize Ur Healing B*tch PT.1 w/ Mark Groves
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Episode #2 of May’s Mental Health Month. "It's always the people that never loved us that teach us the most about love." If you’ve lost yourself in your last relationship, let me hand you the roadmap to finding yourself again. In today’s episode, Human Connections Specialist, Mark Groves, teaches us all about prioritizing yourself and your healing …
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Camila Cabello To Perform At UEFA Champions League Final, Jann Arden: 'I Am Very Proud To Be A Queer Person', 'Drunk' Drake Interrupts Jack Harlow Chat On Live TV
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Camila Cabello has been chosen to headline the opening ceremony of this year’s UEFA Champions League Final. The 25-year-old singer will perform at the Stade de France near Paris on May 28 ahead of the match between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Jann Arden has reflected on the moment she realized her sexuality was fluid. Drake, claiming to be drunk, cr…
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Three Days Grace on the Meanings on 'Explosions', Fatherhood, Their Relationship with Adam Gontier.
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Matt and Neil from Three Days Grace sits down with iHeartRadio's Jesse & JD to talk about 'Explosions' which is out everywhere today! Matt and Neil from Three Days Grace talk about the new record, touring and getting back to normal, and feeling the energy. Three Days Grace talk about 'So Called Life' and what they've been up to including boating...…
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Simple Plan on 'Harder Than It Looks', Friendships with Papa Roach and Sum41, and a Sense of Community in the Pop-Punk Scene
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Simple Plan sits down with Jason Rockman to talk about their new album #HarderThanItLooks, (Out Today!) throwing back to their pop punk roots, recording the Scooby-Doo theme, their friendship with Papa Roach, their friendship (and previous beef with) Sum41, and the spirit of community in the pop punk scene! *NOTE: This interview took place before S…
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Testimony Begins At Trial Of Hedley Singer Jacob Hoggard, South Korea Official Backs Exempting BTS From Military Service, Justin Bieber Banned From Buying A Ferrari: Report
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Jurors will begin hearing evidence Thursday at the trial of Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard in Toronto. South Korea’s culture minister suggested on Wednesday that the members of BTS should be exempt from mandatory military service. Justin Bieber has reportedly been blacklisted by Italian sports car brand Ferrari. Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:…
In honor of May's #MentalHealthMonth, we open the month with a dear episode of mine where I cover all sides of depression and my own battle with it. On today's episode, I share one of the darkest times of my life. As I choke up and cry, I share my painful story of shame, battling clinical depression 6 years ago, and how I almost didn't think I'd su…
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Hanson on 30 YEARS, Splitting Up Red Green Blue, Each OTHER''s Favourite Songs, Family Harmony
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Hanson sits down to talk with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns about 30 years of being a band (and 25 of Middle of Nowhere) and shoutout their Canadian Fans. Hanson tells Shannon all about their new record Red Green Blue, purposefully losing the collaborative element, but keeping a consistency between the merging of the projects and more. Hanson tells S…
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Music Stars React To Draft Decision Overturning Roe V. Wade, Cardi B Insists There's No Drama With Billie Eilish, Here's Who's Getting Inducted Into Rock Hall Of Fame
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Music stars like Halsey and Phoebe Bridgers are among those who reacted Tuesday to a leaked draft of a majority decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision protecting a women’s right to choose. Cardi B clapped back at those on social media who tried to start drama between her and Billie Eilish. Judas Priest, Eminem…
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Shawn Mendes Reps Canada In Style At Met Gala, Jessie J Opens Up About Miscarriage, Spinal Tap Drummer Ric Parnell Dies At 70
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Shawn Mendes repped Canada in style at the Met Gala on Monday night. The 23-year-old singer showed up on the red carpet looking Gaston-level dapper in a navy Tommy Hilfiger peacoat with a popped burgundy collar over a navy suit and turtleneck. Singer Jessie J has opened up about the miscarriage she suffered late last year. Ric Parnell, the English …
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PSY, BTS' Suga Tease Collab 'That That', The Wiggles Are Ready To Tour With Lil Nas X
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Suga of BTS has revealed how he ended up being featured on “That That,” the new track from fellow South Korean star PSY. When Lil Nas X announced his first headlining tour on Tuesday, fans noticed the absence of a guest act. But, on Wednesday, the rap star tweeted one possibility. “Trying really hard to get the wiggles to coheadline the tour with m…
Hey, Besties! Welcome to Part 2 with Nicole Behnam. Now that we’re done talking about CRYPTO, NFT, and the confusing jargon for dummies, let’s move on to how you can excel in a toxic, manipulative workplace and setting boundaries for yourself at work. And let’s not forget how having a good MENTOR can help improve your career. If you get the chance,…
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Bogus Billie Eilish Quote About Being Poor Resurfaces, Trailer For Harry Styles Flick 'Don't Worry Darling' Debuts, Lady Gaga Records Song For 'Top Gun: Maverick' Soundtrack
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Part of a non-existent interview with Billie Eilish, in which she is quoted as saying she wants to be poor like her fans, has resurfaced on social media. Harry Styles cuddles in bed – and does a lot more on a dining room table – with Florence Pugh in the first full-length trailer for Don’t Worry Darling. Director Olivia Wilde premiered the trailer …
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Bad Bunny To Play Marvel Anti-Hero El Muerto, Canada's Leah Marlene, Nicolina Bozzo Among 'American Idol' Top 10, 'Eurovision Canada' To Debut In 2023
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Bad Bunny will portray El Muerto in a forthcoming flick based upon the Marvel comic books, it was announced Monday. Leah Marlene and Nicolina Bozzo, both from Toronto, made it into the Top 10 of American Idol at the end of Monday’s episode. It is the farthest any Canadian has gotten in the competition, which opened up to talent from north of the bo…
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NFT Crash Course PT.1 w/ Nicole Behnam
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And I’m back! Last week I talked about how Daddy Issues was created and how a career shift changed my life. Today, we’re pivoting to something interesting that most rich guys are investing in, CRYPTO currency! I sit down with Nicole Behnam, a Crypto, NFT, and Tech investor and advisor to discuss the very basic fundamentals of NFT and crypto, the ja…
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Megan Thee Stallion Opens Up About 2020 Shooting, Britney Spears Announces Another Social Media Hiatus, Hayley Williams Joins Billie Eilish On Coachella Stage
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Megan Thee Stallion tearfully recalled how she feared for her life as Canadian rapper Tory Lanez allegedly opened fire at her during an argument in the summer of 2020. Britney Spears announced Sunday she is taking another break from social media. “I’m going on a social media hiatus for a little while,” the pop star wrote in an Instagram post. “I se…
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Janelle Monáe Comes Out Publicly As Non-Binary, Ed Sheeran Supports Ukraine With Video For '2Step' Ft. Lil Baby, Trey Songz Faces New Sexual Assault Allegation
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Janelle Monáe has publicly come out as non-binary. “I just don’t see myself as a woman, solely,” the singer told Jada Pinkett Smith in the latest episode of Red Table Talk. “I will always, always stand with women. I will always stand with Black women. But I just see everything that I am, beyond the binary.” Ed Sheeran has added Lil Baby to “2Step,”…
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Rise Against's Joe Principe on Punk Influences, Remembering Taylor Hawkins, Politics in Punk Rock
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Joe Principe from Rise Against talks to iHeartRadio's Jesse and JD about returning to tour Canada, IDLES Remixing their music, and the legends of Punk Rock that the guys grew up idolizing, who have now become tour-mates! Joe talks specifically about his influence and love of KISS, their theatrics and almost cartoon-like stage presence. Joe of Rise …
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Adele Hires Creative Team To Reimagine Vegas Residency, Drake Granted Restraining Order Against Alleged Stalker, The Wanted's Tom Parker Laid To Rest
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Adele has reportedly hired a new creative team and plans to resurrect her Las Vegas residency show Weekends With Adele this summer. Drake has been granted a permanent restraining order against a woman accused of stalking him for years. Tom Parker of The Wanted was mourned by his group mates Wednesday at a private funeral in Orpington, England. Max …
Before anything else, let me put this out here, THIS episode talks about BULLYING in the office space and losing yourself in the process because the BULLIES made you believe that you’re supposed to take it all in. Last week, we talked about how to succeed in life and get THE dream job. Today, we will focus on WHY it’s okay to ditch your dream job w…
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Shawn Mendes To Be Honoured At JUNO Awards, Shawn Mendes Shares Personal Message With Fans, Greta Van Fleet's Josh Kiszka Addresses Criticism Of 2017 Pics
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Shawn Mendes will be honoured next month with the International Achievement Award at the JUNO Awards in his hometown, Toronto. Shawn Mendes said Tuesday he “constantly” feels like he is “either flying or drowning” and, despite his success, finds it hard “to feel like I’m not failing.” Greta Van Fleet frontman Josh Kiszka has addressed criticism of …
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Nicky Jam on Adapting his Brand, Rockstar Show, His Acting Career, Challenges Drake in Basketball!
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Nicky Jam chats with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns about The Infinity Tour, missing the love from his fans, and taking a much needed break. Nicky Jam tells Shannon about how he takes care of his brand to stay with the times (and keep getting better). Nicky tells Shannon about his The Rockstar, and telling other people's stories honestly and comfortab…
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Camila Cabello Planned To Marry Harry Styles, Taylor Swift Inspires Naming Of Millipede Species
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Never mind Shawn Mendes – Camila Cabello had her sights set on Harry Styles. Appearing in a “Carpool Karaoke” segment on Monday’s episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, Cabello revealed that she chose to audition for X Factor instead of The Voice because there was a greater chance of meeting One Direction. Scientists have named a species …
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Arcade Fire Replaces Foo Fighters At Montreal's Osheaga, Britney Spears Refers To Sam Asghari As Her 'Husband' Again, Lucius Slams Harry Styles For Not Giving Them Proper Credit
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Arcade Fire will do a homecoming set on the opening night of Montreal’s Osheaga Music and Arts Festival this summer. The band has taken over the headliner slot on July 29 from Foo Fighters, who cancelled all performances following the sudden death last month of drummer Taylor Hawkins. Britney Spears referred to Sam Asghari as her “husband” in an In…