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Bobby Bones Makes Netflix Debut With ‘The BobbyCast’ Featuring Kenny Chesney

Award-winning radio host and media personality Bobby Bones officially makes his Netflix debut today with Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast, bringing his popular podcast to the streaming giant.

The debut episode features the National Radio Hall of Fame inductee’s conversation with Country Music Hall of Famer Kenny Chesney, as the two dive into Chesney’s career journey, his deep connection with fans known as No Shoes Nation, and more.

Bobbycast with Kenny Chesney
Bobbycast with Kenny Chesney

Bones also asked the East Tennessee native to rank his top five songs from his own catalog, and his picks might surprise some fans.

In a teaser clip shared by Bones, Chesney reveals that “Old Blue Chair” is his number one pick.

“It’s such a portrait of my soul. It stamped a time of my life,” the eight-time Entertainer of the Year explained.

Chesney says his number two choice is “I Go Back,” followed by “There Goes My Life” at No. 3 and “Anything But Mine” at No. 4.

His No. 5 pick proved to be more difficult. Chesney admitted that songs like “Young,” “Summertime,” and “Save It for a Rainy Day” came close, but ultimately he chose “You & Tequila” for the final spot.

Fans who tune in to the debut episode, can witness Chesney opening up about the real-life journey behind his iconic career,  from early setbacks that strengthened his determination to the intense physical training that keeps him performing two-hour stadium shows night after night. He also reflects on the unexpected success of his triple-platinum Greatest Hits album, noting that fans loved the songs long before they knew the artist behind them.

Throughout the conversation, Chesney shares the lessons he learned while building one of country music’s most influential careers. He also discusses his experience performing at the Sphere, his recent New York Times No. 1 best-selling book Heart Life Music, and the deep respect he has for his tourmate and friend, Megan Moroney.

BobbyCast
BobbyCast

“Launching Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast on Netflix is about meeting fans where they are and letting them experience these conversations in a whole new way,” Bobby Bones shared. “Getting to kick this new era off with Kenny Chesney, who is honest, funny, and vulnerable — it’s the perfect way to bring the show and the best of country’s most creative artists to a new, massive audience.”

Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast” is one of more than 15 of iHeartMedia’s top original podcasts to join Netflix.   

This partnership marks a major step in bringing iHeartMedia’s popular podcasts to a wider audience, giving fans the chance to experience their favorite shows in a whole new way, both through sound and on-screen visuals.  

“Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast” is now streaming on Netflix. The episode is also available as an audio release on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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Pence calls images of Minnesota shooting ‘deeply troubling’

Former Vice President Mike Pence on Monday called video footage of the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota “deeply troubling” as he urged a full investigation into the deadly incident.

“In the wake of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of Alex Pretti this weekend, our prayers are with his family, the citizens of Minneapolis and local, state and federal law enforcement officers serving there,” Pence said in a post on X. “The images of this incident are deeply troubling and a full and transparent investigation of this officer involved shooting must take place immediately.”

Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident, was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents on Saturday. The incident, which occurred about 2 miles from where Renee Good was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Jan. 7, has ignited a heated debate between the Trump administration and Minnesota officials amid intense scrutiny of the tactics of the president’s immigration crackdown.

Protesters have flooded the streets of Minnesota in the aftermath of Pretti’s killing.

State leaders have alleged federal officials have blocked them from being involved in an investigation into the shooting. Administration officials have accused Minnesota authorities of refusing to collaborate with immigration authorities on deportations.

But Pence on Monday called for law enforcement at all levels to work together on investigating the latest shooting.

“The focus now should be to bring together law enforcement at every level to address the concerns in the community even while ensuring that dangerous illegal aliens are apprehended and no longer a threat to families in Minneapolis,” Pence said.

The former vice president is the latest high-profile Republican to express concerns over the events unfolding in Minnesota. Like Pence, some of the party’s top voices have called for a full investigation into the shooting.

Others have disputed the administration’s justification that Pretti’s carrying of a gun was legal justification for his killing, which Pence echoed on Monday.

“The American people deserve to have safe streets, our laws enforced and our constitutional rights of Freedom of Speech, peaceable assembly and the right to keep and bear Arms respected and preserved all at the same time,” said Pence. “That’s how Law and Order and Freedom work together in America.”

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Men’s CBK AP Top 25: Arizona Unanimous Again, Nebraska Reaches Highest-Ever Rank

Arizona remains the unanimous No. 1 in the AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll, while undefeated Nebraska ascends once again.​FOX Sports Digital

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Swap Chicken With This Hearty Veggie For A Fun Twist On Chicken Parmesan

This hearty veggie may seem like an unexpected stand-in for chicken, but it actually serves as the perfect base for a vegetarian chicken parmesan.

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Don’t Ignore This Red Flag When Entering A Pizza Shop

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Meghan Markle Girl Scout Cookie Documentary Sparks Bizarre Media Controversy

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Meghan Markle is being criticized in the press again.

But this time, it’s not because of her alleged thirst for fame and fortune, or the supposed power she wields over Prince Harry.

No, this time, the controversy stems from a documentary about Girl Scout cookies. Seriously.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends the "Cookie Queens" Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends the “Cookie Queens” Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images)

Yes, Meghan and Prince Harry were in Park City, Utah over the weekend for the annual Sundance Film Festival.

The pair was on hand for a screening of Cookie Queens, a doc about the quest to sell the most cookies that Harry and Meghan produced through their Archewell Productions company.

The screening took place at 10:30 am, and Meghan took the stage to thank all who attended.

“Thank you so much for being here bright and early. I know some of you probably had late nights last night, so extra thanks for the effort,” she told the crowd, adding:

“My husband and I and Archewell Productions, we are so proud and privileged to be able to support and uplift Cookie Queens.”

And here’s where the controversy comes in:

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex speaks onstage at the "Cookie Queens" Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex speaks onstage at the “Cookie Queens” Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images)

According to a report in Page Six, in spite of Meghan and Harry’s star power, the turnout for their film was light.

The outlet alleges that “roughly 150 unoccupied spots remained in the balcony, plus some scattered chairs on the ground.”

But other attendees say that’s an outright lie, and the screening was sold out.

Why would Page Six lie?

Well, hating on the Sussexes is generally more profitable than singing their praises, and Harry has been battling back against the tabloid press with successful lawsuits, a strategy that seems to have earned him a lot of enemies in the media.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends the "Cookie Queens" Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends the “Cookie Queens” Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images)

Page Six also attempted to drum up a second controversy, claiming that unnamed sources thought it was “nuts” for Harry to attend Sundance so soon after suing the Daily Mail for breach of privacy.

“For Harry to go from the hearing [on Wednesday] — and pleading for privacy — to then go to Sundance just days after is nuts,” said one insider.

A second source alleged that despite Meghan’s successful business ventures, the Sussexes might be light on funds at the moment, which could explain Harry’s alleged eagerness to promote this latest project.

“I think Harry’s banking on speaking engagements for income right now,” said the informant, adding:

“Harry’s not really doing anything in America,” said the source. “It seems he is still very wrapped up in the past. There have been rumors that Harry is starting a business, but he and Meghan don’t have the best track record. He’s really great at service — look at the success of his Invictus charity. He really should just stick with that.”

Again, all of this should be taken with several grains of salt, as there’s real reason to believe that this outlet published misleading information about the screening and seems to be harboring a grudge against Harry.

Yes, it’s just another day of dissecting American media and trying to determine just how much — if any of it — can be trusted!

Meghan Markle Girl Scout Cookie Documentary Sparks Bizarre Media Controversy was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Jason Biggs Showed 11-Year-Old THAT ‘American Pie’ Scene! Parenting Fail or …

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What should a parent do in this circumstance?

Despite his other roles, Jason Biggs remains most famous for starring in American Pie and its sequels.

As a father, he’s always known that his kids will inevitably hear about some of his more infamous acting scenes.

Was showing his 11-year-old his legendary “pie” scene the right parenting call?

Jason Biggs on YouTube.
Actor Jason Biggs sits down for an interview on ‘Well with Arielle Lorre’ on YouTube. (Image Credit: YouTube)

This is an awkward legacy for a parent (or their kid)

If you’re not familiar, American Pie is a 1999 coming-of-age teen sex comedy that spawned multiple sex comedy sequel films.

(We know that this may sound unlikely these days, but there was a time when many films contained central sexual themes. There are entire genres like erotic thrillers that are essentially extinct now, as our sex-negative culture has driven most horny content to books, video games, and television)

The film’s title stems not only from a song of the same name, but from a scene in which one of the main characters uses an actual pie to masturbate — hoping that it will approximate the feeling of having sex.

Biggs plays that very character.

In a new interview on SiriusXM’s The Julia Cunningham Show, he explains why he showed that very nsfw scene to his 11-year-old son, Sid.

Biggs explained that he wanted to “control the narrative” and to “get ahead” of his son’s peers, because his son has already heard about the now-classic film.

“They kept hearing about ‘American Pie’ and pie and [asking], ‘Daddy, what do you do with the pie?’” he shared.

“And,” Biggs continued, “I had to have a conversation with my oldest.”

He revealed: “I actually showed him the scene.”

And it was not a unilateral decision.

Jason Biggs in November 2025.
Jason Biggs attends the 43rd Torino Film Festival 2025 on November 25, 2025. (Photo Credit: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

‘How much do you want them to hear from friends’

“Jenny and I talked about this,” Biggs explained. “And we were like, ‘We want to get ahead of this.’”

He reasoned: “It’s my version of a sex talk, right?”

Elaborating, Biggs continued: “It’s like, how much do you want them to hear from friends and other people at school, and how much do you want to control the narrative.”

That is so important for any parent. Normally, it’s about key topics — like sex and sexuality. His was a special circumstance.

He pointed out: “And it was literally happening with American Pie.”

“He was embarrassed to say it, very embarrassed,” Biggs said of the admittedly awkward scene.

“But I was like, ‘Okay. Let me show you. Let me show you what happened,’” he described. “And so I showed him the scene, and he laughed and laughed.”

Biggs admitted: “He was a little uncomfortable for sure.” On a brighter note, he added: “He did say I was a good actor.”

Obviously, he received social media backlash. Some were clutching their pearls, worried about an 11-year-old seeing this content in any circumstance. Others left worst comments, using words like “Hollyweird” that tell you exactly what sort of person the commenter is.

Truth be told, Biggs handled a complex parenting situation very well. That seems like exactly the right time and way to show that to his eldest son.

Jason Biggs Showed 11-Year-Old THAT ‘American Pie’ Scene! Parenting Fail or … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Nate Smith Reveals New Tattoo Inspired By Unreleased Song, ‘Pray’

Nate Smith has added some brand-new ink to his collection. In a recent Instagram video, the country star showed off a fresh tattoo inspired by his unreleased track, “Pray.”

The design features a rose on the back of his right hand, mirroring the one on his left. From there, the artwork extends up his wrist into a large cross, with a bright red sun glowing behind it. Positioned just below his eagle tattoo, the cross is topped with the word “Pray,” making for a meaningful and powerful addition to his body art.

Photos Courtesy of Nate Smith
Photos Courtesy of Nate Smith

He paired the video with an equally striking statement, reflecting on faith, struggles, and the moments where prayer is the only thing keeping him going.

“In the good times I pray… in the dark times I pray even harder. Some days I’ve got the right words, and some days all I’ve got is shaking hands and a mind that won’t slow down.
But even when the prayer sounds broken, or quiet, or doesn’t sound like a prayer at all,” Smith wrote. “He’s there. In the mess. In the silence. In the nights I don’t say a word. I don’t always know what to ask for, but I know who’s listening.”

These words reflect the message behind Smith’s unreleased track, which he confidently believes is poised to be “the biggest song of 2026.”

From what we have heard of the song so far, it’s clear that it captures the feeling of being overwhelmed and the constant pressure someone can place on themself. It paints a picture of restless nights and racing thoughts, but amid the chaos, Smith finds that his saving grace is hope and faith.

He sings, “When it feels like this world is spinning in different directions/ When the person who I wanna be doesn’t match my reflection/ When I’m wide awake in the dead of the night/ What I saw on some screen wont shut off in my mind/ When I pull to the shoulder and the sirens scream by/ My hands on the wheel my eyes opened wide/ I pray, hey, I pray/ When I don’t know the right words to say, hey, I still pray.”

The California native has been sharing the song tirelessly across social media and constantly reminding fans how much the lyrics mean to him. Although it has yet to be released, fans seem to already be falling for it just as hard as Smith has. On January 4, the posted a video thanking his followers for the incredible support that “Pray” has received so far on social media alone.

“I can’t even begin to explain how much it means to me seeing you guys support this song, ‘Pray.’ Please keep posting, keep sharing,” he begged. “We need it more than ever right now, the world is a crazy place, and i know in my heart the God of the Universe is in the room with us, in our darkest hours. Love ya’ll.”

Beginning in March, the “After Midnight” singer will bring his growing catalog to fans across the US on his Country Rock & Roll Tour 2026. With dates through June, when he wraps up with back to back nights in Nashville, Smith will be joined by special guests Josh Ross, along with Brandon Wisham and Just Jayne on select dates.

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Big Picture: Feeling Lack of Respect, Patriots Defense Proves Value in Super Bowl Run

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