Episodes
On Episode 11 of PAUL POD we catch up with the elusive Scott Silver, screenwriter of 8 Mile. Paul discusses with Scott how he became the writer behind the genre classic including the first time he met Eminem and the ways he collected stories and background information to help make the film authentic. Scott reveals the original title of 8 Mile as well as his impressions upon hearing “Lose Yourself”, the infamous deleted ‘horse scene’ and so much more!
Published 12/22/22
Published 12/22/22
This week on Paul Pod, Paul Rosenberg talks with Eminem’s long-time publicist Dennis Dennehy. They revisit their first meeting with a young Eminem, the controversy surrounding various times in his career and how they strategized to respond to some of the more difficult press narratives. Dennis also talks about the release and promotion of 8 Mile and what went on behind-the-scenes leading up to Eminem’s Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame acceptance speech.
Published 12/15/22
On the second part of this bonus interview for Paul Pod we continue where we left off with Denaun Porter and learn about the rest of his journey alongside Eminem as the two set out to represent Detroit on the world stage. The last installment described the genesis of a friendship that would change both of these artists' lives. Now, it's time to get caught up to speed on how Mr. Porter became one of Eminem's longest-standing collaborators-from D12 to producing for Slim to continuing his own...
Published 09/29/22
Denaun Porter, aka Mr. Porter is one of Eminem’s longest standing collaborators. The two were introduced through a mutual friend back in the mid-90’s on Eminem’s independent full-length debut Infinite and have been working together ever since. Mr. Porter is not just a producer- he has also shared the stage with Eminem as part of D12 and as a solo artist for more than 25 years. From the dingy basements and rap battles at Detroit’s Hip-Hop Shop to 100,000 capacity crowds at Lollalpolooza,...
Published 09/22/22
This week on Part 2 of Paul’s interview with Eminem we continue the story of the MC’s journey forward (and sometimes backwards…) into eventual legendary status! Last week saw Eminem and his longtime manager recap the first four albums of Marshall's return to music for the first time as a sober artist. Eminem rediscovered his love for rapping on Relapse, extended his creative range and found his confidence on Recovery, and finally worked with his hero Rick Rubin for The Marshall Mathers LP...
Published 09/15/22
Eminem’s second greatest hits album, Curtain Call 2, gives listeners a retrospective on the last ten years of Mr. Mathers’ Hall of Fame Career. From Recovery onward, Eminem has ventured into new spaces - sober and ever so slightly matured from the constant lighting rod of controversy that veiled his entry into the industry. With songs like “Love the Way You Lie”, “Lighters”, “Walk on Water”, and “Godzilla” Eminem spread his wings to include collaborations with contemporary voices like...
Published 09/08/22
Multi-instrumentalist, bassist, songwriter, producer, and musical director Adam Blackstone has collaborated with an astounding list of stars that spans generations. Nicki Minaj, Al Green, The Isley Brothers, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Kanye West, Nas, Jill Scott, The Roots and Usher amongst many others have all shared the stage with Mr. Blackstone. He was the Musical Director for this year's Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent,...
Published 09/01/22
On the next episode of Paul Pod: Paul Rosenberg is joined by Skylar Grey, a mesmerizing voice and writer that ushered the Shady family into new horizons. Skylar first linked with Marshall Mathers when she famously wrote the chorus to Eminem’s smash hit “Love the Way You Lie” featuring Rihanna. In 2011 Grey was featured with Eminem on the hit single "I Need a Doctor" by Dr. Dre. Amongst Dre’s massive catalog over the years only “Nuthin' But a G Thang”, "No Diggity" and "Crack A Bottle" ever...
Published 08/25/22
This week, James Larese, video director and creative partner for Eminem and Shady records that has been collaborating with them since 2009 to present day is Paul's guest. He has filmed over 20 music videos and countless other visual content with Eminem and this week Paul speaks with him on how he first started working with Eminem, what the best and worst parts of the process are as well as his deep love and respect for the City of Detroit.
Published 08/18/22
Paul Rosenberg sits down with Eminem’s friend and long time Bad Meets Evil collaborator Royce da 5’9” on the 2nd installment of Paul Pod : Curtain Call 2. Paul Pod is a conversational celebration of Eminem's 2nd greatest hits compilation recently released on August 5th.
Published 08/11/22
Paul Rosenberg sits down with the Vice Chairman of Interscope Records, Steve Berman on the first installment of his Paul Pod : Curtain Call 2 in celebration of Eminem's 2nd greatest hits album set to be released on Friday August 5th.
Published 08/04/22
A look back as EMINEM’S err long time manager PAUL ROSENBERG sits with the inside players, stars and unsung heroes that have helped, guided and inspired Eminem throughout the past 15+ years of his career
Published 08/02/22