Wednesday 23rd April 2025

The List for Friday, September 27th 2024

Welcome to The List,

Hoda Kotb is leaving the “Today” show early next year.  She says, quote, “I had my kiddos late in life, and I was thinking that they deserve a bigger piece of my time pie.” She’ll stay with NBC in some capacity, but she didn’t elaborate.

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The “People’s Choice Country Awards” took place last night in Nashville.  Morgan Wallen won the People’s Artist of 2024 . . . and the Album of 2024 went to Luke Combs with “Fathers and Sons”.  Shaboozey won for New artist for 2024 and gave thanks to Beyonce’ for some reason…

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Jimmy Fallon is allegedly leveraging his celebrity friendships to boost ‘The Tonight Show’s’ declining ratings and revenue.  An insider says, “When Jimmy took the Tonight Show job ten years ago, he pretty much insisted on five tapings a week and promised the decision would pay for itself. For the first few years of the show, it apparently did. But 2024 is a different time and the amount of advertisers willing to pay tens of thousands of dollars for thirty seconds during Jimmy’s show have definitely shrunk.

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A new docuseries on Hulu starring Luke Bryan called “It’s All Country” will premiere on November 15th.  The show will do a deep dive with some of Country music’s biggest stars and try to uncover the secret stories of their biggest hits.

You can catch The List, weekday afternoons at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 

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The List for Wednesday, April 23rd 2025

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The Academy just dropped a new rule: if you’re voting for the Oscars, you actually have to watch all the nominated films in a category. I know—wild concept, right? Also, A.I. won’t help or hurt a movie’s chances, so Hollywood robots are still unemployed. Sorry, R2-D2, maybe next year.

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Dolly Parton says when she stays in California, she sleeps in full makeup—because you never know when an earthquake might send you running outside! Now that’s commitment. Meanwhile, I’m over here hoping my pajamas don’t have a hole in them if the fire alarm goes off.

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Lainey Wilson and her fiancé Duck Hodges went turkey hunting—and I swear that man was born to be in a camo calendar. Lainey said they've been stalking one big ol’ gobbler for a week. Sounds like Thanksgiving is about to get real personal.

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George Clooney says in ten years of marriage, he and Amal have never had a single argument. Not one!  Clooney says he hit the jackpot—I say that jackpot must also come with a mute button.

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The List for Tuesday, April 22nd 2025

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Eric Church ain’t just strumming guitars—he’s breaking ground! His nonprofit just kicked off their first housing project ever in North Carolina, and he's calling it a “lifeline.” Basically: Eric’s out here building more than just houses—he’s laying down heart and soul, hammer in hand. Move over HGTV, Church is coming in hot!

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Ella Langley just showed up and chose violence—with eight ACM noms to her name! Right behind her? Cody Johnson, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson with seven each. Oh, and Reba’s hosting, so you know we’re gettin’ sass, sparkle, and possibly a rhinestone mic drop. May 8 on Prime Video—yeehaw, y’all!

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Chris Rock is not laughing—again. Word is, he’s ticked at Will Smith for milking that Oscars slap in his new music. Chris says Will’s still “arrogant and self-serving.” Honestly? Hard agree. Will’s trying to rebrand like we forgot—but we remember, sir. We remember.

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Ryan Coogler is on fire right now—his horror-musical Sinners just crushed the box office, and next up? A reboot of The X-Files! He says it’s “immediately next” on his to-do list and yes—he’s already talked to the iconic Gillian Anderson. Quote: “She’s incredible. Fingers crossed.” He promises it’ll be “really friggin’ scary” and made “for the real X-Files fans—and maybe some new ones.

You can catch The List, weekday afternoons at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa's BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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Peg 4/22/2025

Our KIX CRITTER OF THE WEEK IS PEG!! She described as the "The Goodest Dog on the ARL website!

Peg is a 1-year-old lab mix with a heart full of energy and legs made of springs—she can jump as high as 6 feet! This lively girl is looking for an active family that can keep up with her adventurous spirit. She’s always ready to play and explore, making her the perfect companion for outdoor activities.

Peg is dog-friendly, so if you have a dog at home, a meet-and-greet will be required to make sure they’re a good match.

Peg is a bit cautious around men, especially those wearing hats or hoodies, she’s a sweet and loving dog who will warm up with time and patience.

Her adoption fee of just $75, because she is our KIX Critter of the Week,  covers her spay, vaccines, microchip, and heartworm test. If you’re looking for a high-energy, fun-loving companion who will bring joy and excitement into your home, Peg might just be the perfect fit for you!

 
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