Actor and entrepreneur Gabrielle Union opens up to Jemele about why she decided to go public with the toxicity she experienced while on America’s Got Talent. She also discusses how growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood in Nebraska shaped her attitudes about race, and she used that experience to teach her own children about racial issues. She also tells the story of offering her tuna casserole to Prince. Plus, Jemele pays tribute to civil rights icons John Lewis and C.T. Vivian.

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Ice Cube returns to the podcast for his second visit to explain why he developed “A Contract with Black America,” a detailed document he created with other experts that provides effective strategies and solutions that will combat some of the biggest issues that stand in the way of full equality for black Americans. Cube also addresses a recent column by former Laker great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in which Abdul-Jabbar accused Cube and other Hollywood entertainers of being anti-Semitic. Also, Jemele offers her thoughts on a 15-year-old who was jailed for not completing her online schoolwork.

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Jemele addresses the controversy involving Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson’s anti-Semitic Instagram post. Actor Omar Dorsey joins the pod to discuss his starring role in the hit series “Queen Sugar,” and how his mother played a pivotal role in his acting career. The Atlanta native also reminisces about attending Freaknik back in the mid-1990s and what it was like growing up as a preacher’s kid.

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Jemele has some fiery words for the critics who tried to cancel her recently on Twitter, including Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. She also welcomes the multi-talented Jenifer Lewis, who currently stars on the hit television series “Black-ish.” Jenifer discusses her mental health journey, which includes coping with a bi-polar diagnosis since 1990. She also weighs in on several racial and social justice issues, and reveals how she’s dealt with racist encounters at various points in her life.

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Jemele responds to conservative criticism of her commentary on NASCAR, and shares her thoughts on America’s continual incompetent response to COVID-19. Plus, special guest and fellow Detroit native Royce da 5’9, gets candid with Jemele about his sobriety, and mental health. Royce also breaks down how the “beef” between him, Eminem and Tee Grizzley was eventually squashed.

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Jemele offers her thoughts on Quaker’s decisions to end their usage of Aunt Jemima and Twitter’s new voice-tweet feature. She is also joined by accomplished musician and songwriter The-Dream, who discusses the mood in Atlanta in the wake up of the killing of Rayshard Brooks. He also shares how he was able to create powerful female anthems such as Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” and Rihanna’s “Umbrella.” Plus, The-Dream breaks down his new album, “SXTP4.”

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Jemele breaks down what defunding the police really means, and why it’s important that it remains on the national agenda. Then, Jemele is joined by actor and director Regina King, who discusses the cultural impact of her critically-acclaimed HBO series Watchmen. Regina also discusses her versatile career arc, what inspires her to be a director, and her thoughts on today’s racially-charged climate.

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Jemele shares her thoughts on the recent controversy involving New Orleans Saints QB, Drew Brees. Then, actor and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses her first televised stand-up comedy special, “Momma I Made It!” along with the polarizing turn her character, Molly, has taken on the hit show Insecure and the backlash she’s received from fans as a result. Plus, Yvonne also explains how she’s been helped by therapy during quarantine.

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Jemele shares her thoughts on the protests that were sparked by the unjust murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, and why every celebrity shouldn’t share their opinions on social justice. Jemele is also joined by megastar John Legend, who discusses how his life has changed during the pandemic, what he’s learned about himself as a husband and a father. They also discuss his new album, including his first single “Bigger Love." Plus, Jemele asks John how he maintains his title of Sexiest Man Alive while being largely confined to the house.

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In a bonus episode, Jemele is joined by writer, actor and producer Natasha Rothwell, who plays the confident, no-holds-barred Kelly on HBO’s smash hit, Insecure. Natasha discusses why she calls Donald Trump “trash" every single day on Twitter, why she still hasn’t outgrown being an “awkward, black girl,” and the future of Insecure. Plus, Natasha discusses navigating Hollywood as a “body-positive feminist."

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