Jemele Hill is Unbothered

New Jersey Senator and presidential candidate Cory Booker joins Jemele to discuss the Donald Trump impeachment inquiry, why Americans shouldn’t feel disillusioned by the current state of American politics, and how he’s preparing for the upcoming presidential debate. He also shares his aggressive plan to combat the exploitation of college athletes, and prevent professional sports owners from collud...

WNBA superstar Maya Moore joins Jemele to discuss her decision to not play the 2019 WNBA season in order to focus on overturning the conviction of Johnathan Irons, who received a 50-year sentence after being convicted of a nonfatal shooting of a homeowner during a burglary, despite questionable evidence. Moore addresses whether she plans to return to basketball in 2020, what she’s learned about he...

Tarana Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, joins Jemele to discuss the two-year anniversary of the powerful campaign that gave sexual abuse survivors a voice and created an international conversation. She discusses the progress the movement, and how media coverage has undermined the true messaging of #MeToo. She also explains the many misconceptions about sexual violence, how we need to add...

Actor Bokeem Woodbine joins Jemele to discuss his 20-plus years in the business, his role in the upcoming film “Queen & Slim,” and how he handled being in a career slump. He also opens up about how his physical appearance made it easier to be typecast. Plus, he shares the story of how him and Tupac bonded over smoking marijuana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Larenz Tate joins Jemele to discuss the final season of his hit show ‘Power’, how he landed the role as Councilman Rashad Tate and why fans of the show are so dedicated. He also discusses some of his iconic roles in Menace II Society, Love Jones, Why Do Fools Fall in Love and Dead Presidents.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WNBA star and Turner Sports basketball analyst Candace Parker joins Jemele to discuss her 12th season with the Los Angeles Sparks, and her favorite memories of her former college coach, Pat Summitt. She also shares the story of dunking on a Tennessee men’s basketball player, how being a parent has changed her, her broadcasting career and how she concerned she is with whether her numerous injuries...

Sports agent Nicole Lynn joins Jemele to discuss becoming the first black woman to ever represent a top-5 pick in the 2019 NFL draft and also just the third woman ever in the draft’s 83-year history to rep a first rounder. She shares the story of how she landed New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, the third overall pick, as a client. She also discusses how she manages the different cha...

Historic hitmaker Teddy Riley joins Jemele for a deep dive into his origin story. He discusses what encouraged him to pursue music, how his career almost never happened because of an early drug arrest as a teenager, and how he came up with “New Jack Swing.” Having produced both Michael Jackson and Prince, Teddy also shares his insight into their rivalry and creative genius. Plus, he settles the de...

Grey’s Anatomy star Jesse Williams joins Jemele to discuss why the show has resonated with people for so long, and what he’s learned from Grey’s creator Shonda Rhimes. Jesse also discusses his deep involvement in activism, why it’s important to him and whether he worried his passion for social justice issues would cost him Hollywood opportunities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

R&B legend Johnny Gill joins Jemele to discuss his new album “Game Changer II,” and why he’s excelled at making classic love songs. He also discusses the latest conflict within New Edition, and why he believes the iconic group will eventually reunite.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress Deborah Joy Winans joins Jemele to discuss the new season of her hit television show, “Greenleaf.” She also discusses why she chose acting over singing, despite growing up in a famous gospel family and shares the incredible story of how Oprah Winfrey discovered her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hip hop legend Luther Campbell joins Jemele to discuss his music, life, career and passions, which include sports and politics. Jemele and Luke dive into how 2 Live Crew’s landmark Supreme Court case impacted the conversation about free speech. Luke also discusses 2 Live Crew’s bitter breakup, offers thoughts on the Democratic presidential field and explains why there should be a black-owned sport...

Robin Thede, creator and star of the new HBO sketch series ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show,’ joins Jemele to discuss why she specifically created a comedy show for only black women, and why she believes black women in comedy often are treated as invisible. She also shares her dream list of black women she’d like to see perform in sketches on her show, and explains what life was like growing up in a trai...

The multi-talented Raphael Saadiq joins Jemele to discuss his new album Jimmy Lee, his first solo project in eight years. Raphael also discusses what it was like touring with Prince at 19 years old, and the breakup of his revolutionary R & B band Tony! Toni! Tone! Plus, he shares the backstory behind some of his most iconic love songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hip-hop artist Vince Staples joins Jemele live from Capitol Music Group's 6th annual Capitol Congress music event to discuss his upcoming project, “The Vince Staples Show.” Vince also discusses his upbringing in Long Beach, and what led him to a rap career, even though he had never listened to Jay-Z, Nas or many other rap legends before he began performing. He also shares candid opinions on why he...

Actor Niecy Nash joins Jemele to discuss her starring role as Desna Simms, the female boss on TNT’s ‘Claws.’ Niecy also discusses starting her acting career as a wife and mother of three children, and what it’s like being Shaq’s neighbor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rapper and boss Rick Ross joins Jemele to discuss his new album, “Port of Miami 2,” the follow-up to his classic debut in 2006. He also reveals why he has such strong chemistry with Drake, and if fans can expect a collaboration album between the two hip-hop heavyweights in the future. Plus, Rozay ranks his 10 albums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Karrueche Tran joins Jemele to discuss her hit television show “Claws,” how she dealt with sudden fame and the difficulties of getting people to take her seriously as an actor. She also lists her favorite Atlanta strip clubs, and how studying strippers in the Atlanta clubs helped her prepare for her role on “Claws.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14-year-old actress and producer Marsai Martin joins Jemele to discuss finding her passion at a young age, becoming the youngest person in Hollywood with a production deal, and how her film, ‘Little,’ changed the game for her. Her parents, Joshua and Carol, also join the podcast to discuss what it’s like raising a child star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad joins Jemele to discuss her experience in the 2016 Olympics, where she became the first Muslim American woman to win a medal and the first woman in a hijab to compete for Team USA at the Olympics. She also reveals why she won’t be competing in the 2020 games, and the difficulty of being an African-American Muslim woman in a climate that encourages hostility t...

Hip-hop soul artist Musiq Soulchild joins Jemele to discuss the evolution of his music career, why he rejects being labeled as only a R & B artist, and next year being the 20th anniversary of his debut smash album Aijuswanaseing. He also discusses what it’s like running his own label, co-parenting and divulges which one of his classic songs he hates to sing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Barrington Irving is the first African-American to fly around to world solo, and youngest person to ever do so. He joins Jemele to discuss his incredible feat, the many dangers he faced on his unlikely journey, and why he chose aviation over a promising football career. He also discusses his relationship with slain teenager Trayvon Martin, who was his former aviation student.  Learn more about you...

Presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke joins Jemele to discuss why he remains optimistic despite the tumultuous political and social climate, what motivates him as a politician, and why he’s confident he can boost his sagging poll numbers. He also discusses his policy positions on student loan debt, and gun control. Plus, Jemele puts Beto on the hot seat about a controversial issue: If you’re binge-...

Presidential candidate Kamala Harris joins Jemele for a wide-ranging conversation on why she went after former Vice President Joe Biden during the first democratic debate, and why she feels she can beat Donald Trump. She also shares her positions on marijuana legalization, the racial wealth gap, and reparations. Plus, the California senator reveals her favorite curse word.  Learn more about your a...

Bestselling novelist Walter Mosley joins Jemele to discuss his work as a writer and consultant for the late John Singleton’s FX drama, “Snowfall.” He also discusses the secret to his longevity, why he decided to bring back his iconic character Easy Rawlings, and why he believes drugs should be legalized. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices