Overview
- TikTok Radio begins live broadcasting on March 13 from the iHeartPodcasts Hotel at SXSW and will stream on the free iHeartRadio app and across 28 iHeart stations in major U.S. markets.
- Programming blends trending music with creator commentary and features signature segments including Behind-the-Charts, Hacks on the :20s, Hot Takes, New Music Fridays and On The Verge.
- Regular on-air hosts include Kayla Thomas (12–5 a.m.), Ashlee Young (5–10 a.m.), Jon Comouche (10 a.m.–3 p.m.), Becky Mits (3–8 p.m.) and Angelina Narvaez (8 p.m.–12 a.m.).
- The TikTok Podcast Network launches with five creator-led shows: Suite 305 with Lele Pons, Caroline’s Closet, Sports Slice, The Clifford Show and The Set List with Carter Gregory, to be distributed by iHeart.
- Geico serves as the exclusive launch sponsor, and clips and behind-the-scenes moments from creator podcasts will be featured prominently on TikTok Radio and across partner channels.