Questlove Supreme
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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.
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Jul 4, 2022 • 2h 7min
QLS Classic: Faith Newman
Faith Newman is the A&R who signed Nas and helped create the runway for Illmatic. She joins Questlove Supreme to discuss her time at Def Jam, Columbia, and working with UGK and Too Short at Jive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 22, 2022 • 50min
Robin Thede (Live At The 2022 Roots Picnic)
The creator and show-runner of A Black Lady Sketch Show discusses her all-Black writer's room, the rising star power of her costars, and who she wants next. As a matter of fact, Questlove helps her make a pitch to a certain Queen of Pop live on stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 20, 2022 • 1h 32min
QLS Classic: Jerrod Carmichael
Comedian, actor and writer Jerrod Carmichael talks about how came into the L.A. comedy scene, his distaste for the audition process and shares some of the tricks he uses to make his work special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 15, 2022 • 1h 36min
Rick Astley
Rick Astley tells Questlove Supreme about rekindling an appreciation for his biggest hit, "Never Gonna Give You Up." He also discusses leaving the industry for over a decade, saving money, and discovering the Rick-Roll from a friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 6, 2022 • 1h 12min
QLS Classics: Tessa Thompson
Star of Sorry to Bother You and Creed holds court about falling into acting, social activism, potato salad, Philly cheesesteaks and goat love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 1, 2022 • 1h 7min
Steve Ferrone Pt. 2
For a special Questlove Supreme episode, Questlove interviews one of his heroes, Steve Ferrone. In part 2, Steve tells a great story about meeting Prince and recalls his time working with Average White Band, Duran Duran, Chaka Khan, Rick James, and Tom Petty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25, 2022 • 1h 2min
Steve Ferrone Pt. 1
For a special Questlove Supreme episode, Questlove interviews one of his heroes, Steve Ferrone. In part 1, Steve talks about growing up in England, his drummer influences, and going from Bloodstone into Average White Band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2022 • 60min
Joan Jett
Joan Jett speaks to Questlove Supreme about her time with The Runaways, making hits with The Blackhearts, and her decision to create a new acoustic collection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2022 • 2h 55min
QLS Classic: Tom Silverman
Tom Silverman, founder of the Hip-Hop/Dance label Tommy Boy Records talks about his early days in radio, how Disco never actually died, and the all important fifth pillar of Hip-Hop: knowledge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 11, 2022 • 57min
Eric Roberson Pt. 2
Part two of the Questlove Supreme solo session between Phonte and his friend and collaborator Eric Roberson. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter discusses balancing creativity with family and the making of one of his newest songs, "Lessons."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
