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Thursday 18th December 2025
Welcome to The List,
Taylor Swift allegedly regrets ever meeting Blake Lively—ouch. Word is, Tay’s done playing nice now that Blake’s dragged her into this Justin Baldoni lawsuit mess. Apparently, she and Travis think Blake and Ryan tried to use her in their drama. Taylor saw the red flags and said, “BYE bestie,” like it was a bad sequel to It Ends With Us. Savage.
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Jennifer Lopez allegedly wants a Regular Joe after divorcing Ben Affleck. Like, a blue-collar guy who’s “secure in himself.” Awww. So basically, she’s looking for someone who owns a lunchbox and doesn’t have a Hollywood ego? That’s cute. But real talk… was Ben the diva in this relationship? 'Cause this sounds like she’s throwing some serious construction-site shade.
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Morgan Wallen’s grandma—Mamaw Kay—is the real star now. She says Morgan still won’t cuss in front of her, she calls him Mogi (adorable), and his fave dish is her corn. But best part? She claims Morgan got his crazy from HER side of the family. So if Mogi ever flips a stage or dates another pop star, blame Mamaw Kay and her spicy corn casserole.
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Kenny Chesney played The Sphere in Vegas—it’s a residency and yes, it's a huge deal. He was just chillin’ at a Jimmy Buffett tribute show when a buddy told him, “You should be the first country act at the Sphere.” And Kenny was like, “Heck yeah!” Now he’s bringing all the beachy vibes, heartbreak hits, and probably a truckload of tequila to the most high-tech venue on Earth.
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AT THE MOVIES
Welcome to ‘At the Movies’ Brought to You by North Grand Cinema in Ames…
In theaters this weekend: Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
Picking up two months after the events of 'Dead Reckoning Part One', Ethan Hunt continues his mission to stop Gabriel from obtaining the AI program known as "the Entity".
https://youtu.be/fsQgc9pCyDU?si=6RB_NV0gX6YhQP3j
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning is rated PG-13
Stars: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell and Simon Pegg
At the Movies’, Brought to you by North Grand Cinema, in Ames. Listen Friday during the Morning Kickstart to win a Family Four Pack of tickets to a movie of your choice from North Grand Cinema and Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1.
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Dolly Parton’s taking over the Country Music Hall of Fame, and it’s shinier than a disco ball at a rhinestone rodeo. This new exhibit is full of glitter, glam, and six decades of fabulous. Dolly even teared up, saying, “It’s a long way from the Smoky Mountains to the top of the world.”
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So apparently, we’re canonizing craft brews now? Chicago’s Burning Bush Brewery just dropped a new beer called “Da Pope,” inspired by Pope Leo XIV—because nothing says holiness like hops. It's an American mild ale with fruity notes. So yeah, if you’ve ever wanted to drink the spirit of Chicago’s papal pride... now’s your chance to get buzzed and blessed.
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Morgan Wallen’s new rap-cover of “Miami” is catching heat—and not the good kind. People say it sounds like he teamed up with Alvin and the freakin' Chipmunks. The chorus? High-pitched and autotuned within an inch of its life. Once you hear it, you can’t unhear it. It’s giving... helium karaoke. Bless his autotuned little heart.
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Shakira’s hips don’t lie—but apparently someone’s immune system did. Someone with measles showed up at her MetLife Stadium show in New Jersey. No confirmed cases yet, but symptoms could pop up through June 6th. So if you went... congrats, you didn’t just get a concert—you might’ve got a souvenir virus. Thanks for the germs, mystery patient zero!
You can catch The List, weekday afternoon at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1
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George Wendt, the beloved actor known for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers, has passed away at the age of 76. Wendt's publicist confirmed the news, stating that he died peacefully in his sleep at home. Fans of the TV show ‘’Cheers’’ descended upon the Bull and Finch Pub in Boston yesterday to honor George. The sitcom was based on the pub. Fans drank a beer in honor of George's character Norm.
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Jennifer Lopez is getting sued by paparazzi... for posting photos of herself. That’s right—J.Lo threw some pics on Instagram from a Golden Globes pre-party, and now a photo agency is crying, “Copyright!” They claim she used the pics for self-promo without permission. Her team? Silent so far. So remember, folks: If you’re famous, you can be sued for using your own face. Cool world.
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Jelly Roll is out here living all our wildest dreams—because he just brought out Eminem in Detroit! It happened during Post Malone’s Big [Butt] World Tour. Jelly was hyping the crowd with “Lose Yourself,” and BOOM—Slim Shady pops out from behind the curtain. Crowd lost their minds, Jelly lost his mind, and called it the best night of his life.
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Morgan Wallen might’ve thrown some country boy shade with his new track “I’m a Little Crazy.” The lyric? “I’m a coyote in a field of wolves.” Ooooh. When asked, Morgan didn’t hold back: “I know I wasn’t invited, but I’m still eatin’ and I’m still fed.” Translation: Keep your awards—I’ve got fans, money, and a mic.
You can catch The List, weekday afternoon at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1
