Charlamagne Tha God will continue his partnership with iHeartMedia under a new multi-year agreement, the company announced. The deal ensures that Charlamagne remains a central figure on “The Breakfast Club,” which airs weekdays from 6-10:00 a.m. EST, as well as on “Weekends with The Breakfast Club.” He co-hosts these programs alongside 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 Tha God. “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” marks its 15th anniversary this month. Over its history, it has become known for high-profile interviews with figures such as Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Jay-Z, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, Future, 50 Cent, Lizzo, Will Smith and Alicia Keys. In addition to daily broadcasts focused on Hip-Hop/R&B culture and news topics relevant to listeners nationwide, the team hosts a weekend program featuring music countdowns and interviews.
Rich Bressler, President & COO for iHeartMedia commented: “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. His influence has helped shape the future of audio and we’re energized by what lies ahead and appreciate his ongoing trust in iHeart.”
iHeartMedia also confirmed continued collaboration with Charlamagne on The Black Effect Podcast Network—a joint venture launched in 2020 aimed at Black listeners. Curated by Charlamagne himself since its inception in 2020,the network features over 60 shows generating more than 11 million monthly downloads from prominent voices discussing social justice issues along with pop culture topics.Earlier this year, “The Breakfast Club” replay podcast surpassed one billion downloads.
Charlamagne was represented in negotiations by Ted Chervin at CAA; legal counsel was provided by Loan Dang of Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb & Dang; financial advice came from Humble Lukanga and Laura Rutebuka of Lifeline Financial Group; Karen Kinney of KK Entertainment & Media partnered closely throughout development of the agreement.
Lenard “Charlamagne Tha God” McKelvey is recognized as a multimedia entrepreneur who co-founded Southland Stories film production company while also leading initiatives like Mental Wealth Alliance—an organization supporting mental health awareness in underserved communities.
