Friday 3rd April 2026
Welcome to The List,
Tom Hanks is pushing back against ‘woke culture’ it seems, he doesn’t like books being censored to fit modern sensibilities. Saying, “Let me decide what I am offended by and what I’m not offended by. I would be against reading any book from any era that says ‘abridged due to modern sensitivities.’ Tom just released his first novel, called “Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece”.
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Remember last week when Morgan Wallen cancelled a show because of throat issues? And someone said he was just drunk and couldn’t perform? Well, those vocal issues took a turn for the worse. He was diagnosed with “vocal fold trauma” . . . and put on mandatory vocal rest for six weeks. So much for the rumors, he’s working on rescheduling all of his shows, except the festivals, for obvious reasons. He promises to “make those right” next year.
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This morning, Lady A’s Charles Kelley and his wife Cassie were on “CBS Mornings”, where they’re talking about Charles’ struggle with alcoholism. Lady A canceled their tour 10 months ago so that Charles could focus on his sobriety. They’re back on the road now. The interview is with Gayle King, and it’s been described as “very emotional and raw.”
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Dan + Shay star Dan Smyers tells Billboard magazine that their dogs are big hits when they’re on the road. “No matter how stressful things get or how homesick you get being away from home or if you miss a note during the show, getting a kiss from a dog at the end of the night makes all the spirits go right back up. Adding, they’re more popular than us at the meet and greets!”
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Is Tom Cruise’s love life really that interesting?? Probably not, so when it’s reported that he’s interested in Shakira after meeting her at the F1 Grand Prix race in Miami on Sunday, we all can kinda go…really? A source tells the newspaper that he allegedly sent the pop star flowers after meeting her and that must mean he’s extremely interested in her.. He has the benefit of being, a nice-looking guy, and he is talented. And I think this is the most important part of this whole thing…she isn’t taller than him.”
Lastly, Jelly Roll fans listen up, you want to get closer to your favorite Country music artist? Well, he’s packed a lot of living into his 38 years. Enough for ABC to do a documentary on the guy. It’s called “Jelly Roll: Save Me”, and it starts streaming May 30th on Hulu.
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Join us Thursday during the Drive at Five for ‘At The Movies” brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames..
In theaters this weekend “The Drama”
This ROMCOM features A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails.
https://youtu.be/6zmKcUa4Xxk?si=65vyHXdYWTDWqpX0
“The Drama” is rated: R
Stars: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson
AT THE MOVIES...Thursday’s at 5:40, brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames and IBC KIX 101.1….
Welcome to The List,
Horror fans, buckle up, because nightmare fuel just got a backstory. That creepy Aunt Gladys from Weapons is getting her own prequel. The same witch who basically ruined recess forever. Now we’re diving into her origin story. Cool, cool… just what we needed. Sleep is officially canceled this fall.
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ABC went full chaos for April Fool’s Day, announcing Miss Piggy as the next Bachelorette. Twenty-five men competing for love, drama, and probably karate chops. Jesse Palmer hosting, roses flying, egos bruised. And yes, they even joked about criminal records. Finally, a dating show where someone might actually get slapped on night one.
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Garth Brooks might be hitting the road, but apparently his nerves got there first. Reports say he’s stressed about touring and not having Trisha by his side. Because even country legends need emotional support spouses. Between legal drama and stage jitters, it’s a lot. Moral of the story, even Garth gets the pre-show butterflies.
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Taylor Sheridan says if critics are mad, he’s doing his job right. The guy behind Yellowstone is basically trolling reviewers on purpose. He wants them fired up, writing angry think pieces. Because nothing sells like outrage and cowboy drama. Imagine getting paid to annoy people… oh wait, radio.
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