“I’m Listening” Returns in September for Annual Mental Health Broadcast Special

One-hour national special to air across Audacy stations during National Suicide Prevention Month

NEW YORK, NY - September 1, 2026 - As Audacy approaches a decade of its "I'm Listening" mental health initiative, the company will bring its 10th annual mental health broadcast special to listeners nationwide this September in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month and World Suicide Prevention Day, which is September 10.

The special program will air across Audacy's portfolio of radio stations between Tuesday, September 8 and Sunday, September 13. It will feature artists, newsmakers and mental health professionals in honest and meaningful conversations about mental health, emotional well-being and the importance of speaking openly and listening without judgment. Through personal stories, expert perspectives and information about available resources, "I'm Listening" continues to create a safe space for audiences to connect, find support and know they are not alone.

Scheduled celebrity guests include singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, singer-songwriter and television personality Kelly Clarkson, singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, singer-songwriter, rapper and Audacy LAUNCH artist Jelly Roll, country singer-songwriter and guitarist Keith Urban, singer-songwriter and rapper Shaboozey, singer-songwriter and dancer Tate McRae, rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, singer-songwriter, actress and producer Janelle Monáe, rock band Shinedown, and more.

Radio personality and co-host of NBC's "TODAY" and host of "The Voice," Carson Daly, and Audacy's nationally syndicated Country personality Katie Neal, host of "Katie and Company," will return to lead the special. They will again be joined by psychologist, scientist, philanthropist and founder of The AAKOMA Project, Dr. Alfiee M. Breland-Noble, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Christine Yu Moutier. Throughout the special, the group will spotlight a range of mental health topics, including social media and AI, veterans and first responders, seasonal depression and more.

"Nearly a decade after we first launched 'I'm Listening,' the need for honest conversations about mental health has never been more important," said Dave Richards, Senior Vice President of Programming, Audacy. "Every year, we're reminded of the power of simply creating space for people to listen, share their experiences, and know they're not alone. We're proud to bring this important program back to our audiences nationwide and continue using the reach and intimacy of audio to connect people with stories, resources and hope."

Since its launch, Audacy's "I'm Listening" initiative has helped broaden the national conversation around mental health while raising more than $2 million in support of national and local organizations. Audacy continues its partnership with organizations through events and experiences such as the annual We Can Survive concert.

Listeners can tune in to the "I'm Listening" live stream on-air across all Audacy stations and on the Audacy app and website. Check your local station website for the broadcast schedule and follow the conversation on X and Instagram using the hashtag #ImListeningLIVE.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with a mental health crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. For more information about I'm Listening, please visit www.ImListening.org.