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iHeartMedia, Martin Luther King III Foundation, Legacy+, Launch “My Legacy” Podcast Series
iHEARTMEDIA, in collaboration with THE MARTIN LUTHER KING III FOUNDATION and LEGACY+, will debut a new podcast series, “MY LEGACY,” on MONDAY, JANUARY 20th, in conjunction with MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY.
The podcast will be hosted by MARTIN LUTHER KING III, ANDREA WATERS KING, LEGACY+ Founder CRAIG KIELBURGER, and social entrepreneur MARC KIELBURGER. Featured guests include MEL ROBBINS, DR. SANJAY GUPTA, DAVID OYELOWO, BILLY PORTER, and MARTIN SHEEN. Each episode will pair guests with a loved one or confidante to discuss personal experiences and defining moments in their lives.
iHEARTPODCASTS Pres. WILL PEARSON said, “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.”
MARTIN LUTHER KING III added, “‘MY LEGACY’ is about uncovering the untold moments that define us and connecting with the humanity in every voice.”
The podcast is part of the “REALIZE THE DREAM” initiative, supported by a $5 million SPOTLIGHT MEDIA GRANT from iHEARTMEDIA. The initiative aims to inspire 100 million hours of service by the 100th anniversary of DR. KING’s birth in 2029.
“MY LEGACY” will air as part of iHEART’s SUNDAY NIGHT PODCASTS programming and be available every MONDAY on the iHEARTRADIO app and other podcast platforms. The series is produced by SUZANNE HAYWARD, a former Producer for THE OPRAH WINFREY SHOW.