We’re bringing back your favorite sister duo — none other than Disney’s own Aly and AJ (We’re feeling StarStruck)! This encore episode will leave you longing for the days of back-to-back DCOMs (shoutout Cow Belles!), As Seen on TV commercials, and of course, listening to your favorite Aly & AJ song on your mp3 player. “This is Keke Palmer from “Jump In”, and you’re watching Disney Channel!” MAN what a throwback! Those were the days! There was something so special about Disney Channel;...

It’s time for our most beloved Disney adult, John Stamos! That’s right, this encore is all about Disney Adults, Disney Secrets, and of course Uncle Jesse. Have Mercy! Picture this, it’s a beautiful day in Southern California, you’re walking down Main Street USA, the smell of churros in the air, your favorite childhood songs are playing in the background, and in the distance you can even see the beautiful skyline of planet Batuu, Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, and the frosty peaks of Matterhorn...

We’re bringing back one of our fan-favorite episodes today: a conversation with the multi-hyphenate Renee Rapp! We get into everything that the music world entails from present-day icons to how to break into the industry, and we do it all with banter and a level of dry humor that you know only Renee herself can pull off! There is something so special about the art form of music, don’t you think? Music helps document big and small moments of our lives, whether it’s blasting a break up song...

We’re running it back with another one of our favorite episodes! This week, a conversation with the brain behind several of our all-time favorite scary movies: Jordan Peele! Now why in the world would we want to seek out horror movies when real life sometimes feels like its own horror movie?? Jordan helps us get to the bottom of it! The world is filled with some scary shit, UFO spy balloons keep popping up in our neighborhoods, we’re on the brink of World War 3, and Doomsday seems to be...

We’re taking a quick break and celebrating some of our favorite episodes! First up: the hilarious and talented Quinta Brunson! She helps us dive into the art of sitcoms, what it takes to make a successful one, and why they stand the test of time. I mean, what would TV be without them?! There is nothing like that feeling you get from watching a classic sitcom. You know the feeling right? When you’ve laughed your ass off AND learned some valuable life lessons, all within 30 minutes. Only a...

Feel brighter every day with The Best One Yet, a 20-minute pop-biz podcast that serves up the top 3 stories spanning pop culture & business news, every morning, with fresh takes you can pretend you came up with — Pairs perfectly with your morning ritual. Follow The Best One Yet on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to The Best One Yet ad-free right now on Wondery plus. Wondery.fm/IP_TBOY For more deep dive and daily business content listen to Wondery– the...

From LL Cool J to Jay-Z to Nicki Minaj, the rap genre has evolved quite a bit over the years. Sharon helps us take a trip down memory lane to look at all the different phases of rap we’ve seen — can you guess who her favorites are?? Then, we’re joined by our guest: a Gen Z rapper from Milwaukee who goes by The Female GOAT. That’s right, it’s Lakeyah! We get into all the issues that still persist in the music industry — we’re looking at you, misogyny — where rap music is headed, and how the...

We all have a favorite girl group or boy band, right? Destiny’s Child, NSYNC, The Jonas Brothers…maybe Fifth Harmony? On today’s show, former Fifth Harmony member and now solo artist Ally Brooke tells us everything we’ve been wanting to know about the dynamics of the group, her emotions leading up to the breakup, and what life is like as a solo artist. Then she shares a story about Simon Cowell pulling her aside back in the group’s X Factor days to tell her something that changed her career!...

How do we find our purpose? Do we need purpose in work if we already find purpose in life? Yeah, we’re answering those kinds of questions this week, and we have Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor to give us the answers! Aunjanue tells us what it was like to work as an actor without receiving mainstream recognition for decades and how she found purpose in her work even when it felt like her path was uncertain. She also gives us the behind-the-scenes story of her viral social moment...

She’s not just an artist, she’s a brand, a businesswoman, and a whole vibe!! We know that’s right! Whether it’s her hit songs on the radio, her collab with McDonald’s (we’re lovin’ it!), or her social media brand deals, Saweetie is everywhere! Our multi-talented guest lets us in on what’s coming next for her in the music world, the surprising reality of feuds between female rappers, and how she approaches relationships in the public eye. Aren’t we all just dying to know what a day in the life...

In the US, hip hop reigns as the genre that influences every aspect of our culture. From fashion to film, the dominance of this prolific sound can be traced back to one year - 1988. From Public Enemy to The Fresh Prince, these twelve months gave rise to the superstars and styles that still resonate in songs released today. Through the unique perspective and personal experiences of Will Smith, Class of ’88 reveals the milestone moments, albums and artists that inspired a sonic evolution...

On today’s episode, we’re answering this question: is adversity necessary for success? You may know our guest Jay Pharoah as the hilarious comedian who did a six-season stint on SNL, but his path to get there was no walk in the park. Jay shares how his experience on SNL shifted after advocating for Black women and how being a victim of bullying actually helped him make it big. And you’ll never guess who joins us at the end of this episode…. Did Kanye and Will Smith really stop by, or was it...

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with the talented couple and actors Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathe! Sterling shares how he felt when Ryan had to act in a sex scene with none other than her celeb crush, and Ryan reveals why her Grandmother wanted her to break up with Sterling when they first got together. We get into all the ups and downs, the breakups and makeups, and the hilarious quirks of their relationship. Sharon also gives her two cents on how in the world...

Have you ever wished someone could just come along and fix your life? Yeah, us too! On today’s episode, we get deep with the star of “Iyanla, Fix My Life,” best-selling author, ordained minister, and mental health expert in her own right, Iyanla Vanzant. We’re not shying away from the heavy stuff: codependency in relationships, healing from trauma, and unhealthy coping mechanisms. Iyanla shares some of the real-life stories of people she has encountered throughout her journey of helping...

We try not to play favorites, but Snoop Dogg is just that guy! He’s done a little bit of everything, and he joins us on the show to talk about it ALL — everything from his friendship with Martha Stewart to his departure from Death Row Records. But just when we thought he’d really done it all, Snoop, the man, the myth, the legend, reveals what’s left on his career bucket list, and we’re SO here for it. You know it’s gonna be a good time with the D-O-double G! See Privacy Policy at...

Podcast host Bobbi Althoff answers the questions we’ve all been DYING to ask: How much of her character is *really* an act? How did she manage to land guests from Lil Yachty to Offset to Scarlett Johansson? And what does she think of online critics? Plus, Bobbi reveals her unique approach to interviews, the secret sauce to going viral and what’s in store for her future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Welcome to Bishop Gray Academy, a world of high-stakes and cut-throat competition.   Academy, a riveting coming-of-age audio drama co-produced by AT WILL MEDIA and Wondery, follows the story of Ava Richards, a scholarship student who transfers to Bishop Gray, one of the most elite and competitive boarding schools in America.   As Ava tries to find her place in this high-pressure environment, she soon crosses paths with an underground society known as The Night of the Wolf, which caters to...

Have you ever gone somewhere new and just felt totally out of place? Well, today we’re talking about culture shock with actress and comedian Yvonne Orji. Yvonne shares some of the hilarious moments she experienced when she moved from Nigeria to D.C. at the age of six, the surprising similarities between the two countries, and the ridiculous assumptions we can’t believe people still have about Africa. We also spill what shocked us most after moving from Chicago to California, and Yvonne puts...

While we’d like to think the end of the world is thousands of years away, it never hurts to be prepared, right? In this week’s episode, actress Amandla Stenberg joins us for a conversation that goes from hilarious to deep real fast. She shares what she thinks will be our ultimate demise, what she wants to accomplish before we’re all out of here, and any lingering regrets she might be holding on to. We even force her to choose the five people she’d want by her side when the world ends. Also,...

Whether it’s new-year-same-you or new-year-new-you, we hope you’ll kick things off with this episode! We take a trip down memory lane to discuss everything that happened in 2023 — seriously, what a damn year!! The good, the bad; we get into all! We discuss our favorite moments from the podcast (like the iconic moment we had with Madame VP), break down allll the pop culture drama (no Frank Ocean slander tolerated in this house!!), and share our favorite movies, shows, and artists from the past...

You know we looooove Twitter (it’s still Twitter to us…sorry, not sorry Elon!), and in today’s episode, we talk to the unofficial official “Dean of Black Twitter” Michael Harriot about race and social media. (Spoiler alert: Black Twitter doesn’t exist ONLY on Twitter.) He shares his thoughts on Elon Musk, how he deals with trolls and fights on Twitter, and why racism in America is so unique. Plus, Sharon spills the tea on why she thinks a certain celebrity couple may not work out…any guesses...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! So, why not spend it with Keke and Ludacris?  On this week’s episode, we get into all things Christmas including the questionable thing Keke did as a kid during her church’s Christmas play and our favorite memories from the holiday season. As a veteran father in the game, Ludacris talks about the responsibility that comes with being a girl dad. He also reveals the bizarre way he and Keke first met and drops a hint at what he’s bringing to the table...

It’s our favorite topic: astrology!! This week, we sat down with two experts to discuss the different types of Astrology (yes there’s more than one!), the true meanings of sun, moon, and rising, and what the future has in store for us based on our chart. The Amazing Raj shares some crazy could-not-have-been-a-coincedence stories, and we put Aliza Kelly on the spot to guess celebrities’ zodiac signs — this woman is no joke! Whether you’re astrology-obsessed like us or think the whole thing is...

That’s right! Today, we’re exploring our roots with five-time Grammy Award-winner H.E.R. She shares the Best Part (see what we did there??) about being Black and Filipino, her experience growing up in a culturally-rich city, and how her upbringing influences her music. And you’ll never guess who she’s been spending time with in the studio (we’re LIVING for this collab)!! Stay til the end for a mini concert and little taste of H.E.R.’s insane vocals! See Privacy Policy at...