Episodes
What is it about Skilla Baby’s music that women go so crazy for? Today, we’re sitting down to ask him all about that, getting shot, and how he makes music to uplift people. He also shares some hot takes on the best Detroit rappers and inspires Keke to sing an impromptu rendition of Brandy's Full Moon. Then we hear from one of Keke’s biggest fans – who happens to be Skilla’s mom – and things get SWEET. Listen to Baby, This is Keke Palmer on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts....
Published 07/02/24
It’s hard enough to just BE friends sometimes, but what’s it like to collaborate with one? That’s what we’re talking to JT – one half of the hip hop duo City Girls – about this week on the show! From releasing a hit single while in prison, to becoming a solo artist, her story is just as raw and vibrant as her music. And, she doesn’t shy away from letting her online haters know how she feels about them, so listen up!  Listen to Baby, This is Keke Palmer on the Wondery App or wherever you get...
Published 06/25/24
“Soul Food,” “Independence Day,” “Set It Off,” “Kill Bill” – that’s the ICONIC string of blockbusters that skyrocketed today’s guest to fame. Vivica A Fox, joins us on the show and she shares her incredible career journey from soaps to blockbusters. She reflects on the highs and lows of her career and the many defining moments like fighting for production credits, never being cast as a villain, and how times have changed. Plus, she gives some of our listeners some tough love on some listener...
Published 06/18/24
Who loves ORANGE SODA? We love orange soda AND we love our guest this week Kel Mitchell! Kel joins us to spill ALL the tea about his Nickelodeon days, and how his life changed after being in the spotlight. He shares some crazy “All That” and “SNL” audition stories, gets real about some of the darker times in his life, and gives us the inside scoop on his friendship with Kenan. Plus, he shares his take on “Quiet on Set” which may surprise you!  Check out Keke's first merch drop by going...
Published 06/11/24
We are BACK for season two baby, and you know we had to start off with a bang! This week we are joined by the hilarious Amy Poehler and we’re getting DEEP. Buckle in for an INTENSE virgo-to-virgo conversation as Amy reflects on everything from acting to motherhood to social media. Plus, she gives us an exclusive glimpse into “Inside Out 2”, and we are already grabbing some tissues! Check out Keke's first merch drop by going to kekepalmershop.com See Privacy Policy at...
Published 06/04/24
What is it about that Sagittarius fire energy that fuels such vivid, sensual pop music? We’re turning up the heat today with this Janelle Monáe encore. The visionary pop star shares her journey from burying her sexuality while growing up in the church to fighting the patriarchy by “responding to love.” There are so many ways to feel pleasure these days, and this week we are talking to the queen of pleasure herself, Janelle Monae, all about pleasure, sexuality, and how music ties both...
Published 05/28/24
What’s it like to go from being a Nickelodeon child star to the longest tenured cast member of SNL in the show’s history? Today, we’re bringing back an encore episode with Kenan Thompson to get into “All That” and more. From “Good Burger” to a small church in Pasadena, his journey is loaded with insight into comedy, challenges, and creativity. We are back for week two and BABY, we are just getting started! We all know how good it feels when you find what you love, but what if you find it...
Published 05/21/24
Nothing makes a good story like a horrible first date, and luckily (or maybe unluckily?), we have a lot of those stories to share! We’re blessing your podcast feed today with a rerun of one of our most hilarious episodes full of questionable decisions, tea, and plenty of red flags. For the sake of this episode and this episode only, we’re glad Jameela Jamil has had some really bad dates! If there’s one thing we don’t want in our DMs, it’s internet trolls or creepy dudes, and this week we...
Published 05/14/24
We’re NOT lying when we tell you this is one of our favorites, which is why we just had to run it back for you! You know them from their amazing podcast “Las Culturistas:” Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. We’re talking about lies — the white lies, the not-so-white lies, and the lies that get you caught red-handed. We’d be lying if we said we NEVER lied. Whether it’s adding a few inches to your height on your dating profile or coming up with a fake excuse to get out of plans, everybody does it!...
Published 05/07/24
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;...
Published 04/30/24
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...
Published 04/23/24
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...
Published 04/16/24
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...
Published 04/09/24
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...
Published 04/02/24
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...
Published 04/01/24
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...
Published 03/26/24
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!...
Published 03/19/24
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...
Published 03/12/24
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...
Published 03/05/24
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...
Published 03/04/24
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...
Published 02/27/24
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...
Published 02/20/24
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...
Published 02/13/24
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...
Published 02/06/24
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...
Published 01/30/24