Questlove Supreme is a fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons in a way that only Questlove and Team Supreme can deliver.Led by Each episode is driven by conversation ranging from the guest’s origins (along with a few never-before-revealed secrets to their success) to their life passions and current projects.This is not your typical interview show.This is about legends and legends in the making bringing their legacy to life in their own words.Previous guests have included Usher, Michelle Obama, Chris Rock, Steve Miller, Maya Rudolph, Weird Al, Chaka Khan, Babyface and many more.Fatima Robinson is a world-class dancer and choreographer who has pivoted to directing.You know Fatima’s work, from Michael Jackson’s “Remember The Time” to the Emmy-winning Dr.Dre-led Superbowl Halftime Show to Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour.
In a Questlove Supreme conversation, Fatima gushes with passion for dance and hip-hop as she looks back at incredible work with Aaliyah, Michael, and Kendrick Lamar, to name a few.Fatima and A…The guests on this 2020 episode of Questlove Supreme have been called one of the most important rock bands in the last 30 years, also being credited as pioneers in the Riot Grrrl movement.Listen to this QLS Classic as Sleater Kinney breakdown why hiatus is necessary and how this journey led them to a Path of Wellness.
Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Ledisi spends her new album’s release day with Questlove Supreme.Ledisi reveals the challenges she has faced as a self-made DIY artist that works in multiple genres as well as stage and screen.
However, after years on the grind, Good Life is a fitting title for the artist’s newest project.Ledisi describes this album while recalling a journey of talent and tenacity.See omnystudio.com/listener …
Back in 2020, Questlove had a special one-on-one interview with Norah Jones.She has sold over 50 million albums and earned nine Grammys.In this special QLS, Questlove and Norah reflect on 20 years of their friendship, and her musical journey from a restaurant server to a Blue Note Records superstar for a new generation.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…This Questlove Supreme interview defies the typical order of things.Questlove and Team Supreme ask Corinne Bailey Rae about the inspiration, iconography, and real-life events that inspired her refreshing and recent Black Rainbows concept album.
Then, the conversation heads backward through the Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter’s discography, dynamic musical journey, and Leeds upbringing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…In honor of Women’s History Month, travel back to a 2022 conversation with the legendary prodigy drummer and visionary Terri Lyne Carrington, as she shares her stories of being a confident child amongst the greats.She breaks down earning the respect of the architects of Jazz, working on the Arsenio Hall Show, and appearing in Beat Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Brittany Howard sits down with Questlove Supreme to discuss her new album, What Now.
Howard also reflects on her upbringing and the formative years of the Alabama Shakes and discusses making a new home in Nashville.The vocalist and guitarist also reflects on the influence of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Pink Floyd, and David Bowie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Celebrate Women’s History Month at Questlove Supreme with 2021 conversation and a guest can literally do it all and does in the world of theater, TV and film.Think about it, Anika Noni Rose is an award winning actress who has played an array of characters who live in totally different worlds.
From a Disney princess to crooked cop with enough edge to rival 50 Cent, she does it and we believe it.
Whether she is singing her sentiment…Frankie Beverly joins Questlove Supreme for a very special appearance.This rare in-studio conversation finds Team Supreme telling the Philadelphia native about his impact, significance, and ability to provoke joy through music as Frankie reflects on over 50 years of exceptional songs and showmanship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In celebrating Black History Month, listen back to part 2 of a 2020 interview with the game changing Jemele Hill.In part 2 we dive into some of Jemele’s favorite things, from Detroit to MJ and why local politics matter, to her top 5 albums of all time — which has some familiar names.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Ed Eckstine is a name that has come up during multiple QLS interviews.
Now he sits down to talk about not only growing up in a legendary household where icons regularly stopped by, but he shares 50 years of music industry history.Ed recalls working at Quincy Jones Productions before his time with Clive Davis at Arista working with Whitney Houston and Kenny G.Eckstine also talks about his years leading Polygram and Mercury, where …Travel back to September 2020 for a QLS Classic time capsule: Ladies and gentlemen this long awaited episation (you’ll get it after listening to the first 5 minutes) dives into the world of our favorite sports journalist and good troublemaker, Jemele Hill.In the true tradition of Questlove Supreme we not only take you through her life journey, we also fall into some pretty cool rabbit holes (The Bad Boys trilogy and Below Deck !?!…
James Brown: Say it Loud Premieres February 19 and 20 at 8pm ET/PT on A&E Directed by Deborah Riley Draper and Executive Produced by Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, Tariq ‘Black Thought’ Trotter and Mick Jagger, “James Brown: Say it Loud” traces the incredible trajectory of Brown’s life and career from a 7th grade drop-out arrested and jailed at the age of 16 for breaking into a car in the Jim Crow-era South, to an entertainment l…
Here is part 2 from one of the greatest Questlove Supreme conversations ever.Robert Townsend speaks about the passion and purpose that went into making The Five Heartbeats.He details directing Eddie Murphy Raw and nearly getting an X-rating.Robert also discusses why the world needed Meteor Man and recalls coaching a shy Beyoncé for Carmen: A Hip Hop Opera.
This interview runs deep with love, wisdom, and comedy.In 2020, Questlove Supreme landed a bucket-list interview with the Funk captain himself, the legendary George Clinton.
This episode hits all the topics you thought we missed and asks the questions you’ve been waiting to get answered.From Zapp to Prince and everything in between, ensure you complete your ride on the mothership with Questlove Supreme.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See om…For 2024 Black History Month, QLS has some special programming.”This is the greatest episode ever,” Questlove says during this two-part discussion with Hollywood revolutionary Robert Townsend.Part 1 includes his Chicago upbringing, gift for impersonations, and pursuit to become a working actor in New York.Robert touches on his ascent from minor roles in Cooley High and The Warriors to nearly becoming an SNL cast member.A focal …
In 2020, Team Supreme was blessed with an extensive conversation with George Clinton of the Parliament-Funkadelic collective.
This two-part conversation features deep-dive discussion and the kinds of questions listeners will only find at Questlove Supreme.Check out part ONE of our George Clinton class.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.One of the greatest bassists ever joins Questlove Supreme in the studio for a special interview.Pino Palladino discusses his journey from working on hit songs in the 1980s to joining Questlove, D’Angelo, Erykah Badu, and others as a critical figure in the Soulquarians sound in the late 1990s.In the 2000s, he toured with The Who, and continues working with the best in music.Pino discusses his playing style on the fretted bass, hi…
Questlove Supreme will return on January 31 with a brand new season of amazing guests, incredible conversations, and illuminating rabbit holes.Quest’ hints at who will be appearing on the next QLS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Paradise Gray continues some incredible storytelling in part 2 of his QLS interview.He speaks about moments at the Latin Quarter nightclub that shaped Hip Hop history, his years with the X-Clan, and his collection of artifacts surrounding the culture.
Listeners will understand why they call Paradise The Architect, as his passion, groundwork, and love of Hip Hop run deep.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.
How do the smartest marketers and business entrepreneurs cut through the noise? And how do they manage to do it again and again? It’s a combination of math—the strategy and analytics—and magic, the creative spark.Join iHeartMedia Chairman and CEO Bob Pittman as he analyzes the Math and Magic of marketing—sitting down with today’s most gifted disruptors and compelling storytellers.If you can never get enough true crime…Congratulations, you’ve found your people.
If you’ve ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further.Josh and Chuck have you covered.Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce from the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce from the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds.The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about their games and share unique perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines.
Plus, entertaining stories from a combined 21 years in the league, off-field interests, and engaging conversations with special guests.Watch and listen to new episodes every Wednesday during the NFL season & check us out on Instagram, Twitter and Tiktok for all the best moments from the show..
