The Questlove Show builds on the award-winning Questlove Supreme podcast, bringing listeners into intimate, one-on-one conversations with peers, influences, and friends. Hosted by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, each episode uncovers the unexpected — from morning rituals and hidden talents to the art and experiences that shaped a guest’s journey. Sometimes playful, sometimes profound, always curious, QLS offers rare insight into leaders in music, film, television, comedy, literature, mental health, and beyond. It’s a fresh, unpredictable spin from a trusted source — a place where randomness is encouraged, tangents are welcomed, and conversations are anything but ordinary.
422 episodes transcribedBruce Springsteen joins Questlove Supreme to talk about covering classic Soul and R&B songs for his new album, Only The Strong Survive. The Boss a...
The former tour manager for James Brown, Prince, KISS, D’Angelo, Maxwell and more returns to QLS for an all new interview about working the Chitlin Ci...
Music executive, producer and award-winning writer Alan Leeds talks about his life and what it was like managing tours for artists like James Brown, P...
While campaigning to become the first Black woman governor in United States history, Stacey Abrams linked up with Questlove Supreme in Atlanta, Georgi...
Artist manager Shep Gordon shares behind-the-scenes stories about Alice Cooper, Teddy Pendergrass, Luther Vandross and more.See omnystudio.com/listene...
Ramon Hervey II is a manager, publicist, and trusted confident to heavyweights like Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, Little Richard, Quincy Jones, Don Cor...
In Part 2 of the QLS interview, Steve Rifkind tells Team Supreme about giving Mobb Deep a second chance, discovering Akon, and how he has returned to...
LOUD Records founder Steve Rifkind sits down with Questlove Supreme. He speaks about growing up in the music industry, being around James Brown and Fr...
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Ronan Farrow speaks with Questlove Supreme about his book War On Peace: The End of Diplomacy and the Decl...
English comedian, producer and late-night host John Oliver talks about the craft of being funny, the rigors of timely political commentary, what he's...
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill gets real on pop culture, political controversies and if there's an oval office in his future.See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Speaking with QLS to promote her new book Walking In My Joy: In These Streets, actress and author Jenifer Lewis gives Team Supreme raw and uncut jewel...
Actress and author Jenifer Lewis gives Team Supreme jewels of wisdom from her life, career, and travels. Listen as this queen of multi-hyphenates comm...
Steve Stoute joins Team Supreme for Questlove's centennial episode to discuss the world of music, commerce and if the two can coexist.See omnystudio.c...
Author and top music journalist Danyel Smith discusses her newest book, Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop. Speaking to Quest...
In part two of two, late-night comedy duo Desus and Mero sit down with Team Supreme to rehash their journey from Bodega Boys podcast to Showtime hit.S...
Ne-Yo is one of the most accomplished songwriters of the last 20 years. He tells Questlove Supreme about his creative process, working with Beyoncé, a...
Late-night comedy duo Desus and Mero sit down with Team Supreme to rehash their journey from Bodega Boys podcast to Showtime hit.See omnystudio.com/li...
Larry Blackmon has carried funk music across generations. He tells Questlove Supreme about his role as a visionary, piloting Cameo's transition from t...
In a rare conversation, TC speaks with QLS about meeting his idol, Whitney Houston, working with Prince and overcoming the pressures of child stardom....
