Brandon Lewis
December 23, 2025
Thursday 25th December 2025
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Today we morn the loss of a Television Icon, Hi, I’m Jonathan Knight and this it The List, for decades Bob Barker entertained millions of viewers from the late 50’s well into the 80’s. He made a stop in the movies to kick the crap out of Happy Gilmore, and there isn’t many that can’t remember skipping school or being sick and watching The Price Is Right. Bob got his start in radio in 1950 before moving to California to follow his dream and was there for six years before he got his start in Television in 1956. Bob Barker died at his home of natural causes and was 99.
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An annual poll asks all the college football coaches to name their favorite singer, and country stars dominated this year. George Strait is the most popular overall. Other artists with multiple nods include Eric Church, Luke Combs, Kenny Chesney, and Cole Swindell. Do you think we’ll get a Country Halftime show?
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Jason Aldean is set to release his highly anticipated new album, Highway Desperado, on Nov. 3. The 14-track project will include “Tough Crowd” and Aldean’s current single, “Try That in a Small Town.” Also arriving with the announcement is an anthemic new track, “Let Your Boys Be Country. “This song’s about letting your boys, letting your kids be kids, especially little boys,” Aldean says of his latest song. “Let them go get dirty, play in the mud, go out in the woods, catch some fish, hunt, all those kinds of things.” Aldean’s currently on his 41-city Highway Desperado Tour.
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The Blast says Kevin Costner’s ex-wife, Christine, is asking for $2 million a year in child support. She wants $175,057 per month until their three children turn 18. The couple is in an ongoing divorce and custody battle. A source tells the site, “Kevin’s cash flow available for support is at least $1,600,000 per month and he has at least $17,000,000 in cash sitting in his personal accounts.”
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Did you see a good movie over the weekend? With Sunday being National Cinema Day and many movies were only $4…“Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story,” was #1 over the weekend with a $17.3 million hall… According to CINEMA SCOOP .. The film cost $60 million to produce. The film earned $36.5 million overseas.. most of the cost was probably fuel costs…coming it at number 2 was “Barbie” making another $17 million followed by DC’s “The Blue Beelte” at just over $12-million
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Kacey Musgraves turned 35 last week, and her boyfriend surprised her with a birthday trip to Chicago. He even arranged for a bunch of her friends to take the same flight, and they arrived in disguise . . . wearing wigs, sunglasses, hats and body armor.
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Mike Tyson says he’s open to a rematch with Jake Paul after Jake’s recent loss to Anthony Joshua. Tyson claims this time he’s cracked the code on training, saying he went too hard before and “left most of the fight in the gym.” RadarOnline says Mike thinks a smarter camp would change everything. Which is wild, because the man is still Mike Tyson. If this happens, somebody hide the ear protection… literally.
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Taylor Swift reportedly used to be hesitant about dating athletes until Travis Kelce showed up. A source says her mom encouraged her to give Travis a chance, and now Taylor’s outlook has completely changed. Not only that, insiders claim the relationship has boosted the Chiefs’ global presence. Turns out the tight end also unlocked international brand expansion.
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Lainey Wilson told CMT she stays grounded by remembering where she came from. She said it’s about planting your feet, knowing who you are, standing up for what you believe in, and keeping your people close. Which explains why she can win everything, host award shows, and still sound like the most normal human in Nashville.
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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are reportedly still neighbors in Nashville as they focus on co-parenting their daughters. Nicole stays in the family home, Keith lives nearby, and they’re even spotted shopping at the same stores…just separately. A source says their dedication to the kids is unwavering. Awkward? Maybe.
You can catch The List, with Jonathan Knight at 4:20 weekday afternoons. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1
Thanks for a great 2025!! I'll be back in 2026
Jacob Marley is the name of the of Ebenezer Scrooges's deceased business partner and the first of four ghosts that appear in "A Christmas Carol"
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Sad news from the NASCAR world. Greg Biffle, one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers, has died at age 55 in a plane crash in North Carolina. Authorities say seven people were killed, including Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. Beyond his racing success, Biffle was widely praised for his humanitarian work, especially helping communities after Hurricane Helene. The racing world is mourning a champion on and off the track.
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Tom Cruise is allegedly on a long, carefully planned mission to become Sir Tom Cruise. A source says this has been years in the making hosting events, shaking hands, embedding himself deep in the British film world. Apparently he knows exactly how the system works and he’s been playing the long game. At this point, don’t be shocked if the next Mission: Impossible ends with him bowing politely and accepting a sword tap on each shoulder.
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Miranda Lambert is developing a new TV series for Hulu inspired by her music and real-life friendships. The show centers on a messy female friendship, an escape from an abusive marriage, and a fresh start in a small Texas town that turns out to be full of secrets. So basically heartbreak, healing, strong women, and Texas drama which is already Miranda’s brand. Country music meets prestige TV.
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Jon Pardi says Christmas music is what keeps his household sane. He’s got two little girls with very big emotions, so songs like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph are on constant rotation. Forget parenting books the real hack is letting a cartoon reindeer handle crowd control..
You can catch The List, weekday afternoon at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1