Wednesday 31st December 2025

The List for Monday, February 13th 2023

Welcome to The List,

First congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs on their Super Bowl win!!!!

Some of the best Super Bowl commercials included Will Ferrell crashing multiple Netflix shows in a GM electric vehicle . . . Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul bringing back their “Breaking Bad” characters for PopCorners The last time Fox hosted the Super Bowl in 2020, a commercial spot cost $5.6 million.  But this year, a 30-second ad was $7 million.

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Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly appear to have broken up, and some people think it’s because MGK cheated with his female guitarist.  If you remember, Megan’s engagement ring was designed to HURT if she takes it off. The internet reacts “Someone check Pete Davidson isn’t sitting out front in a car waiting.”

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The country community was all over social media praising Chris Stapleton’s National Anthem at the Super Bowl.  Carly Pearce called it “the most soulful Anthem ever.”  Mickey Guyton said he “killed it” . . . while Jordan Davis said he “crushed” it.  And Parker McCollum called him “the greatest singer of all time.”  I know he made the Philadelphia Eagles coach cry…

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Morgan Wallen’s new album “One Thing at a Time” is ALL OVER the charts . . . and it doesn’t come out until March 3rd.  According to “Billboard”, he already has seven Top 10 hits from it on the Hot Country Songs chart.

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In touch Weekly Magazine claims Leonardo DiCaprio is allegedly hesitant to be seen in public because of reports he is dating a 19 year old model named Eden Polani. The couple was seen at a recent social event together. Leonardo is 48. The Blast says Eden has flown back to Israel to spend time with her family. Page Six says her parents are not happy about recent headlines she is dating Leo.

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And finally, NASCAR announced Breland will perform the National Anthem at the 65th Daytona 500.  Quote, “His creative style and unique singing voice adds an extra element of excitement to a momentous weekend of racing and entertainment.”  It airs this Sunday, the 19th, at 1:30 p.m. Central on Fox and 12:30 HERE on your home for NASCAR…

You can catch The List weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 

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The List for Wednesday, December 31st 2025

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Former Beverly Hills, 90210 star Ian Ziering is being sued over a wild 2023 New Year’s Eve incident on Hollywood Boulevard involving motorcycle riders. A plaintiff claims Ziering got out of his car and shoved him, sparking a larger fight and injuries. Ziering says he was checking damage after being approached aggressively and insists it was self-defense. Now the whole thing is headed to court. Hollywood never disappoints.

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Taylor Swift just made Christmas a whole lot better for Kansas City Chiefs employees. During a holiday game at Arrowhead Stadium, Taylor surprised staff with cash gifts. One worker shared that Taylor handed her $600 personally, leaving her emotional and overwhelmed. Santa wears red, apparently with lipstick.

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Jimmy Kimmel is allegedly planning to end his ABC late-night run in May 2027, and insiders say he wants Donald Trump as his final guest. The thinking is one last headline, one last laugh, and the ultimate mic drop. With audiences shifting to streaming and ratings changing, sources say internally this is being called Jimmy’s “goodbye year.”

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Riley Green told CMT he thinks old-school politeness still matters and too many people have forgotten that. He says simple things go a long way, and he’s not wrong. In a world of comment sections and hot takes, Riley just wants people to act right. Country manners never go out of style.

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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December Pack the Backpack Winner: Morgan Hurst

The December Minuteman Printing & Graphics Pack the Backpack winner, is Morgan Hurst – 7th Grade ELA Teacher @ Miller Middle School in Marshalltown. She was nominated by Bub Hurst, and here is what they wrote to Kix 101.1.

Morgan is constantly reinvesting in her classroom, whether it comes from her allotted budget or her own personal funds. She has built a strong reputation across the district as both an outstanding teacher and a supportive coworker. Morgan consistently goes above and beyond her duties, and Miller Middle School is fortunate to have her.

 

 

 

On the last Wednesday of the month during the school year, we award $101 to a Kix Country classroom to help out with supplies. Nominate a Kix Country teacher today at Kixweb.com.

 
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The List for Tuesday, December 30th 2025

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Kim Kardashian just answered the age-old question: what do you buy for someone who has everything? A $125,000 bike from Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. Kim gifted Kourtney the iconic red bike, which came from a private collection and went for way more than expected at auction. Kourtney called it the “coolest Christmas present.” Meanwhile the rest of us are out here comparing air fryer prices.

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Thomas Rhett told People magazine that he loves jumping into whatever hobbies his kids are into. He says that’s what his dad did for him, and now it’s his turn. One week it’s something new, this week they’re riding horses. He says every kid needs one-on-one time. Which is sweet… and also explains why that man is always exhausted.

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If you listened to country music at all in 2025, congrats, you basically listened to Jelly Roll and Morgan Wallen. Year-end streaming and radio numbers show both guys dominating the most-played tracks of the year. Post Malone, Shaboozey, and Jordan Davis also landed big. Classic voices mixed with newer hits defined the year. And yes, Post Malone is still country’s weird cousin who keeps getting invited back.

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It’s official. Stranger Things just dropped the trailer for its series finale, and it’s pushing every nostalgia button known to man. Hopper gives Eleven a pep talk, Vecna’s still mad, red skies everywhere, and emotions are running high. The finale hits New Year’s Eve on Netflix and will also screen in theaters. One last trip to the Upside Down. Prepare your feelings.

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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