Metta World Peace, also known as Ron Artest, joins Jemele to discuss the new Showtime documentary on his life, “Quiet Storm.” Metta discusses the infamous “Malice at The Palace” brawl, which nearly destroyed his NBA career. He also discusses his troubled upbringing, why he wants to be a NBA or college basketball head coach and how his commitment to his own mental health turned him into an outspoken mental health advocate.

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Black Thought joins Jemele to discuss The Roots’ origin story and evolution, the group’s transition into being the house band for The Tonight Show and why he finally feels comfortable doing solo projects. Black Thought also opens up about his childhood, including the murders of both of his parents.

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Award winning journalist Soledad O’Brien joins Jemele to discuss how she’s turned her company into a multi-platform force, why she‘s disappointed in today’s media, and how she coped after losing both of her parents. 

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Comedic legend Katt Williams joins Jemele Hill to discuss his Emmy Award winning performance in the hit series “Atlanta,” and why his upcoming Netflix special will be his best one yet. He also opens up about his troubled past, including why Jesus was the inspiration for him running away at 13 years old.

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CNN host Don Lemon joins Jemele to discuss his recent engagement, and how he’s changed perceptions of gay black men in America. He also discusses some of his most controversial on-air moments, his ongoing feud with President Donald Trump, and why he refuses to bite his tongue, even if that means being critical of his own community.  

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Rapper and actor Common joins Jemele to discuss his why he chose to reveal he was sexually molested in his new memoir, “Let Love Have The Last Word.” Plus, he shares his approach to fatherhood, and how a high school basketball injury motivated him to get serious about rap.

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Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams joins Jemele to discuss her controversial loss in the governor’s race, and if her next step is running for president. Also, Jemele, Michael and Cole break down Avengers Endgame and the current season of Game of Thrones. Plus, TMZ’s Van Lathan adds his perspective on Avengers and if Game of Thrones’ final season has lived up to the hype. Warning: Spoiler alerts!

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How did actor and comedian Tone Bell go from being a first-grade teacher to starring in Issa Rae and Marsai Martin’s new film, “Little”? Tone discusses his meteoric rise with Jemele, as well as how he’s found his voice in comedy. He also discusses the complications of dating when you’re on the rise, and why he still checks his student loan balance, even though he doesn’t owe anything. 

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Provocative commentator Charlamagne tha God joins Jemele to discuss his rocky relationship with syndicated talk show host Wendy Williams. He also opens up about his estranged relationship with his father, and what he tells his daughters about his troubled past. 

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Basketball Hall of Famer and TNT analyst Charles Barkley joins Jemele to give his take on his old friend Tiger Woods winning the 2019 Masters, Magic Johnson quitting his job with the Lakers, and if Dwyane Wade will be a television star in retirement. Plus, Charles also tells Jemele about how recently visited The White House for secret meeting with Jared Kushner.

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