Berkeley College and iHeartPodcasts' 'Teach Me Something' Honored with 2026 Communicator Award

BERKELEY COLLEGE AND IHEARTPODCASTS' "TEACH ME SOMETHING,"
HOSTED BY DJ PROSTYLE AND PENNY DELLAS,
HONORED WITH 2026 COMMUNICATOR AWARD

Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts Recognizes Educational Podcast for
Excellence, Innovation, and Impact

Photo Caption: The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts recently announced Berkeley College and iHeartPodcasts' "Teach Me Something" among the honorees of the 2026 Communicator Awards, recognizing excellence, effectiveness, and innovation across all areas of communication. Pictured (L to R) are "Teach Me Something" cohosts DJ Prostyle - a nationally recognized DJ on iHeartMedia's 103.5 KTU and Power 105.1, as well as a media personality and producer with a career spanning more than two decades across radio, TV, and live entertainment - and Panagiota Babadelis, Senior Director, Marketing and Communications, Berkeley College, who is also known by her radio personality, Penny Dellas.

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The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA) recently announced Berkeley College and iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, among the honorees of the 2026 Communicator Awards, recognizing excellence, effectiveness, and innovation across all areas of communication. The "Teach Me Something" podcast was recognized in the Individual Episodes - Educational category.

"Teach Me Something" is hosted by DJ Prostyle - a nationally recognized DJ on iHeartMedia's 103.5 KTU and Power 105.1, as well as a media personality and producer with a career spanning more than two decades across radio, TV, and live entertainment - and Panagiota Babadelis, Senior Director, Marketing and Communications, Berkeley College, who is also known by her radio personality, Penny Dellas. Through candid conversations, the podcast shares inspiring first-person stories that explore how education can open doors and change lives.

"The 'Teach Me Something' podcast highlights the powerful ways higher education can transform lives, sharing authentic stories of growth, opportunity, and achievement from across our communities," Babadelis said. "This award reflects our commitment to inspiring future generations of students to pursue professional and personal success."

Berkeley College was recognized for Season 1, Episode 3, "Legacy, Influence & Longevity with Sean Paul."

In the episode, international reggae star Sean Paul speaks about how education, hard work, and resilience fueled his dedication to make change through both sound and service. "Teach Me Something" is produced and distributed by iHeartPodcasts with new weekly episodes on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

"We are so thrilled to see Pro and Penny's talent recognized," said Steve DeLusant, President, iHeartMedia Multiplatform Group - New York. "This award is a true reflection of the passion, creativity, and dedication they bring every day to creating such a unique and engaging experience for listeners. We could not be more proud of them and the impact they continue to make."

See the Winners: Click here to view a gallery of 2026 Communicator Awards honorees.

The Communicator Awards is evaluated by the AIVA, an assembly of industry leaders from acclaimed brands, institutions, and agencies including PepsiCo, NASA/JPL, FedEx, Netflix, National Geographic Society, and others.

About Berkeley College

Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers Continuing Education programs to enhance career credentials.

Berkeley College has campuses in New York City and in Newark, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park, NJ, with more than 4,000 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor's Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans for 13 consecutive years. Berkeley College is also ranked among the Best Regional Colleges/Universities in the North in the 2026 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges survey. The website address is https://BerkeleyCollege.edu.

The mission of Berkeley College is to empower each student to achieve lifelong success.

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