Episode Number
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Air Date
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Guest(s)
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Episode Description
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29
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April 26, 2017
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Babyface, Pt. 1
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In part 1 of 2, Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Babyface talks about his early life, the importance of translating his heartbreaks into music and what it was like working with artists like Whitney Houston, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton and so many more.
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30
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May 3, 2017
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Babyface, Pt. 2
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In part 2, Babyface talks about getting "magicked" by Michael Jackson, his involvement in movies like Waiting to Exhale and the answers to all of Team Supreme's burning questions.
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31
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May 10, 2017
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The Emotions
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Grammy award winning vocal group The Emotions talk about their unusually early musical start, how hip hop reinvigorated their career and the deep influence of their family on everything they do.
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32
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May 17, 2017
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Nelly Furtado
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Singer songwriter Nelly Furtado talks about her Portuguese-Canadian roots, expanding her sound and reach with Timbaland and what it was like touring with her 3-year-old daughter at the height of her success.
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33
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May 24, 2017
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Jerrod Carmichael
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Comedian, actor and writer Jerrod Carmichael talks about how came into the L.A. comedy scene, his distaste for the audition process and shares some of the tricks he uses to make his work special.
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34
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May 31, 2017
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Siedah Garrett
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Award-winning singer songwriter Siedah Garrett talks about growing up in Compton, her lifelong relationship with Quincy Jones and what it was like on tour with Michael Jackson.
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35
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June 7, 2017
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Jimmy Jam, Pt. 1
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In part 1, the legendary R&B songwriter and producer Jimmy Jam talks about his early days, life with Prince and goin' broke.
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36
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June 14, 2017
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Jimmy Jam, Pt. 2
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In part 2, Jimmy Jam talks about making Prince jealous, the studio secrets behind his recordings, how he made all those hits with Janet Jackson and much more.
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37
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June 21, 2017
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Jimmy Jam, Pt. 3
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In part 3, Jimmy Jam talks about everything from what Janet and Michael's sibling relationship was like, to his relationship with his own family and shares even more insider secrets.
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38
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June 28, 2017
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Gilles Peterson
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Pioneering DJ and record label owner Gilles Peterson talks about the politics of early pirate radio, how he broke artists like Jamiroquai, Brand New Heavies and even The Roots, and his passion for helping the right music find the right audience.
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39
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July 5, 2017
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Roy Ayers
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Jazz funk pioneer Roy Ayers talks about his early days in South Central LA, the strange way Miles Davis had of saying hello, learning from the great Fela Kuti in Nigeria, plus so much more.
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40
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July 12, 2017
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Angela Rye
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Attorney, political advisor and TV commentator Angela Rye talks about the current political climate, her part in bringing about change and some of the ways everyone can get involved.
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41
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July 19, 2017
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Charlie Wilson
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Singer, songwriter and lead vocalist for The Gap Band, Charlie Wilson talks about singing with Snoop, showing Michael Jackson the moonwalk and other ways his work has influenced music and pop culture.
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42
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July 26, 2017
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Heather Hunter
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Retired porn star Heather Hunter talks about growing up as part of Brooklyn's legendary hip hop scene, her time spent living at The Latin Quarter and all the ins and outs of her former industry.
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43
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August 2, 2017
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Donnie Simpson
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Legendary radio DJ and television VJ Donnie "Green Eyes" Simpson talks about getting into radio at 15, breaking some of the biggest artists and songs of his time and the key to success: being true to yourself.
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44
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August 9, 2017
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Kathryn Bigelow
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Powerhouse director, producer and writer Kathryn Bigelow talks about the craft of filmmaking, treading tense racial waters in her new film, Detroit, and what it was like to be the first woman to win an Oscar for Best Director (in the same category as her ex-husband).
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45
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August 16, 2017
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Biz Markie
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A hip hop legend, the one and only Biz Markie "blah-blah-blah's" about his work on TV shows like Yo Gabba Gabba, his legendary record collection, his brotherhood with The Beastie Boys and secrets he'll take with him to his grave.
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46
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August 23, 2017
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Prince Paul
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Legendary hip hop producer and DJ Prince Paul talks about his contributions to early hip hop, winning Grammys with Chris Rock and some of the ways he shaped the sound of De La Soul, 3rd Bass, Queen Latifah and more.
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47
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August 30, 2017
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Spike Lee, Pt. 1
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In part 1 of 2, director, producer, writer and actor Spike Lee talks about growing up in pre-gentrified Brooklyn, his first Super 8 camera and why his films are more relevant today than ever.
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48
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September 6, 2017
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Spike Lee, Pt. 2
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In part 2 of 2, Spike Lee talks about his later films, including the miracles around the making of Malcolm X, getting snubbed for awards and what Jungle Fever was all about.
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49
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September 13, 2017
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Too Short
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Rapper, record producer and Hip Hip icon Too $hort talks about getting his start in Oakland, his legendary collaborations and breaks down the trinity/triumvirate of bay area hip hop from which all hyphy flows.
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50
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September 20, 2017
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Deon Cole
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Actor, writer and comedian Deon Cole talks about his show Black-ish, the art of the stolen joke and his time writing for Conan and The Tonight Show.
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51
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September 27, 2017
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Chaka Khan
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The award winning, Platinum selling, legendary vocalist Chaka Khan talks about the special origins of her name, reality checking Mick Jagger and how Whitney Houston's cover helped her embrace being "Every Woman."
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52
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October 4, 2017
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Herb Alpert
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Jazz musician, songwriter and co-founder of A&M records Herb Alpert talks about the art of the trumpet, writing hits with Sam Cooke, the secret to outselling The Beatles and how he really feels about getting sampled by Biggie.
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53
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October 11, 2017
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Mtume, Pt. 1
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In part 1 of 2, legendary musician and song writer James Mtume reminisces about his historical relationships with legendary jazz musicians like Miles Davis, walks team supreme through the songwriting process and explains the origins of "Mtume."
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54
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October 18. 2017
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Mtume, Pt. 2
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In part 2 of 2, James Mtume gets on a roll, talking about everything from his legal problems with Wrigley's Gum, to working with his idol Curtis Mayfield and the importance of passing down your story (and wisdom).
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55
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October 25, 2017
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Michael McDonald
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Legendary singer, songwriter and producer Michael McDonald talks about the lessons he learned with Steely Dan, his years with the Doobie Brothers and working with artists like Carly Simon, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle and more.
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56
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November 1, 2017
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Michael Brauer
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Grammy winning mix engineer Michael Brauer talks about the art of engineering, his studio secrets and what it was like working with artists such as Coldplay, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Grace Jones and more.
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57
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November 8, 2017
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Bootsy Collins, Pt. 1
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In part 1 of 2, the legendary master of funk Bootsy Collins talks about finding his voice, the madness of working with James Brown and how a life-changing visit with Fela Kuti set him on a new path.
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58
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November 15, 2017
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Bootsy Collins, Pt. 2
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In part 2 of 2, Bootsy talks about his partnership with George Clinton, what he was doing night-fishing in the Bermuda Triangle and becoming Bootzilla.
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59
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November 22, 2017
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Darius Rucker
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Singer-Songwriter Darius Rucker talks about Hootie & the Blowfish, going from playing frat parties with Dave Matthews to The Grand Ole Opry as a solo artist and the obstacles he faced along the way.
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60
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November 29, 2017
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Robin Thede
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Writer, comedian and late-night host Robin Thede talks about her life in front of and behind the camera, how Wyatt Cenac owes his puppetry skills to her and everything you need to know about her new show: The Rundown.
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61
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December 6, 2017
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D-Nice
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DJ and New York hip hop legend D-Nice opens up about Scott La Rock's life and death, how "Call Me D-Nice" could have been "Call Me Biz Markie," plus Questlove gets some juicy tales from the Latin Quarter featuring Mike Tyson, David Copperfield and more!
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62
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December 13, 2017
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Sheila E.
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The legendary Queen of Percussion Sheila E. talks about the secrets of her craft, sneaking her brother into Marvin Gaye's band, having Michael Jackson on speed dial and lessons learned from working with Prince.
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63
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December 20, 2017
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Gina Rodriguez
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Actress and model Gina Rodriguez stops by to enjoy libations and celebrate the holidays, congratulate Phonte on his nuptials, find out how Team Supreme knows each other and talk about her upcoming projects.
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64
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December 27, 2017
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Roy Wood Jr.
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Comedian and actor Roy Wood Jr. looks back on the roller coaster year that was 2017 with Questlove and Team Supreme.
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65
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January 3, 2018
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Jason Flom
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Music industry exec and activist Jason Flom talks about the couplet that got him fired from Atlantic, signing monster acts like Twisted Sister, Kid Rock and Lourde (to name a few) and everything you need to know if you ever come up against the United States justice system.
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66
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January 10, 2018
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Steve Miller
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Hall of Fame guitarist, singer and songwriter Steve Miller talks about the early lessons he learned from Les Paul and T Bone Walker, sitting in on an impromptu recording session with The Beatles and performing with greats like Chuck Berry, Sly Stone and more.
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67
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January 17, 2018
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Ty Dolla Sign
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Singer, songwriter and producer Ty Dolla $ign shares some of his words of wisdom and talks growing up in the L.A. music scene, his creative process and working with everyone from Babyface and Skrillex to up-and-comer Tish Hyman.
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