Director and producer Kenya Barris joins Jemele to discuss his Netflix adult animation project with Kid Cudi, Entergalatic, the significance of being tapped to remake the Wizard of Oz, and what he would have changed about the Coming to America sequel. He also shares why he isn’t afraid to reboot or remake classic films, why he thought his hit sitcom “Black-ish” ended too soon, and he gives his thoughts on whether comedy and creativity are being suppressed by political correctness.

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Actor Winston Duke joins Jemele and reveals how he navigates Hollywood as a larger man, the impact of his breakout performance as M’Baku in Black Panther and how the cast handled filming of Black Panther 2 without the late Chadwick Boseman. Winston also discusses how he feels about his character from Black Panther becoming a sex symbol and he shares a harrowing personal story about being racially profiled.

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R&B superstar Tank joins Jemele for her 200th episode! Tank discusses why his current album, “R&B Money” is his last, shares the details behind his severe hearing loss, and how it has impacted his career, mental and physical health. Tank also reveals what he’s most looking forward to in his post-singing career, which includes him becoming diving deeper into acting and venturing into stand-up comedy. Plus, Jemele reflects on what it means to have recorded 200 podcast episodes and gives her thoughts on the misguided cancel campaign against the movie, The Woman King.

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Grammy-nominated singer Mumu Fresh joins Jemele to discuss her career as an independent artist, her journey into music, and she intertwines her activism with her music. She also shares how she handled the overwhelming reception to her highly-acclaimed performance on NPR’s Tiny Desk Series, and how that performance impacted her career. She also reveals the origin of her name, and the role her family’s influence played in her pursuing music. Also, Jemele shares her thoughts on the recent deaths of Queen Elizabeth II and rapper PnB Rock.

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Film director Gina Prince-Bythewood joins Jemele to discuss her new blockbuster movie, Woman King, which stars Viola Davis. Gina shares what it was like working with Viola Davis and the cast’s strict fitness regimen in preparing for their roles as warriors. Gina also discusses why she’d never do a sequel to Love and Basketball, and how a gutsy move as an intern changed the course of her career.

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South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley joins Jemele to discuss winning her second national championship, becoming the highest-paid Black female coach in history, and why she’s been so vigilant about pushing for pay equity for women. Dawn also discusses being a trailblazer, WNBA superstar Brittney Griner’s imprisonment in Russia, and if she’d ever consider coaching in the NBA. Plus, Jemele shares why the water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi is an egregious example of environmental racism.

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Actor Sterling K. Brown joins Jemele to discuss his new movie, “Honk For Jesus,” a mockumentary in which he plays a megachurch pastor that’s fallen from grace. Sterling also reflects on the end of his highly-acclaimed television show and the widespread impact of his character Randall Pearson. He also shares entertaining stories about his marriage to actress Ryan Michelle Bathe, and explains how he got out of the friend zone with his wife. Plus, Jemele has thoughts on those criticizing President Joe Biden for providing student loan relief to borrowers.

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Idris Elba joins Jemele to discuss his new movie, “Beast,” where he plays a doctor trying to protect his family from a ferocious lion. Idris also shares if he’s thought about leaving acting altogether to focus on producing and music, why he’s tired of the James Bond questions, and if it bothers him that he’s never received an Oscar nomination, despite stirring performances in several critically-acclaimed roles. Plus, Jemele has some words for President Joe Biden’s critics.

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Former NBA superstar and current basketball analyst Grant Hill joins Jemele to discuss his new memoir, “Game: An Autobiography,” which details his personal and professional journey. Grant opens up about his marriage to R&B star Tamia, including their origin story, how she helped him through a life-threatening injury, and how they’ve navigated a high-profile marriage for 20-plus years. Grant also shares how he and Tamia are handling their oldest daughter, Myla, becoming a MMA fighter. Plus, Jemele discusses the murder of Atlanta rapper Trouble.

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Dr. Roxane Gay joins Jemele to discuss her celebrated writing career, which includes her critically-acclaimed books, Bad Feminist and Hunger. Roxane also shares how she became an intense competitive Scrabble player, why she keeps a nemesis list (but won’t expand it), and what it was like getting married during the pandemic. Plus, Jemele reflects on her adventures in Las Vegas during Memorial Day weekend.

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