More to the Story with Markette Sheppard

A new 'Spike Lee Joint' is on its way to Apple TV+ this summer! But first, "Highest 2 Lowest" starring Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, A$AP Rocky and lfenesh Hadera will make its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 19—the same day "Do the Right Thing" made its debut in Cannes back in the 1980s.  Is this a sign from the Universe that Spike has made another hit? You gotta listen to "More...

In this week's episode of " More to the Story ," host Markette Shepard brings you exclusive insights into the highly anticipated sequel, "The Accountant 2," starring and produced by Ben Affleck. Listen in as Markette discusses the film featuring Affleck as Christian Wolfe, who teams up with his brother Brax, played by Jon Bernthal. This episode highlights the themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and th...

Breaking records one block at a time, " A Minecraft Movie " has set a record as the highest grossing film adaptation of a video game, raking in $157 million in its opening weekend.  Host Markette Sheppard   explores how this blockbuster has resonated deeply with Gen Z and Gen Alpha, who found solace in Minecraft 's virtual worlds during the pandemic. Starring Jason Momoa , Jack Black , Danielle Br...

Get all the details on the fascinating journey of how a simple YouTube show filmed in a Phoenix photo studio became Netflix's newest dating show sensation. Listen to " More to the Story with Markette Sheppard " find out how " Pop the Balloon or Find Love " creators Arlette Amuli and her husband, B.M. , grew their YouTube show from an idea in their living room to making it a viral sensation with we...

Get a preview of Tyler Perry’s new film "Duplicity" and hear directly from the creator of "Madea" himself as host Markette Sheppard pulls out a Tyler Perry clip from her vault of celebrity interviews. In "Duplicity," Kat Graham stars a high-powered attorney named Marley who faces her most personal case yet: uncovering the truth behind the shooting of her best friend’s ( Meagan Tandy ) husband ( Jo...

Explore the life and legacy of the man who designed the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel and the homes of Hollywood stars like Lucille Ball, Frank Sinatra and more. It's all captured in an award-winning PBS documentary, " Hollywood’s Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story " featuring commentary from Smithsonian Institution Historian Lonnie Bunch , legendary music producer Quincy Jones and more. In this e...

Conan O'Brien talks hosting the 97th Annual Academy Awards . Special thanks to the Academy, ABC and Hulu for this special press interview.  The Academy Awards ceremony is Sunday, March 2 at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. It will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu.  Follow, rate and subscribe to " More to the Story with Markette Sheppard " to show support for this podcast. Share your favorite moments from...

A groundbreaking casting decision puts Tony Award-winner Cynthia Erivo in the spotlight as Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice’s L.A. production of " Jesus Christ Superstar " puts a Black bisexual woman at the gates of Heaven. Where do you stand on a Black woman portraying Jesus Christ on stage? Listen to this episode before casting the first stone.   Plus, in another milestone moment, Anthony Mack...

Discover the heartbreaking reality of how missing person's cases involving African-American women are systematically overlooked. Featuring a filmmaker interview and family of victim’s from the documentary, “ Vice News Presents: When Black Women Go Missing ,” this powerful episode delves into the stark disparities in law enforcement responses and media coverage when Black women disappear. Through c...

Just in time for Valentine's Day get an inside look at the action-adventure film "Love Hurts" starring Oscar-winning actors Ke Huy Quan ("Everything, Everywhere, All at Once") and Ariana DeBose ("West Side Story") with Mustafa Shakir ("Luke Cage").  Then hear from listener Rob Winter of Springfield, Ohio who reviews the Clint Eastwood film "Juror No. 2" in this week's "What I'm Watching Right Now"...

In this episode, we highlight Hollywood's inspiring shift towards veteran actresses. In an industry often criticized for its ageism, a remarkable change is taking place as Hollywood embraces seasoned actresses like never before. This episode delves into the unexpected Oscar nominations of  Pamela Anderson (57) and Demi Moore (62), and Jamie Lee Curtis (66) who are challenging traditional narrative...

Get ready for spine-tingling thrills as Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan reunite for " Sinners ," a horror film exploring the dark past of twin brothers (both played by Jordan). While the movie world buzzes with this collaboration, " Sister Act 3 " faces emotional challenges after Maggie Smith's passing, with Whoopi Goldberg, a star and producer of the film, committed to preserving the beloved f...

What happens when a TV writer channels her worrisome energy into a gripping psychological thriller? Sandra Chwialkowska’s debut novel The Ends of Things takes readers on a suspenseful journey through the mind of lead character Laura, a New York lawyer whose dream Caribbean vacation becomes a psychological maze of paranoia and mystery. The story centers around Laura's encounter with Diana, a myster...

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping preview of Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning featuring an exclusive preview with Tom Cruise as the legendary “Ethan Hunt,” Ving Rhames, Angela Bassett and more of the star-studded cast courtesy of Paramount Pictures! "Cruisees" will love listening to this action-packed sneak peek on  More to the Story with Markette Sheppard months ahead of MI8’s release, w...

Ready to hear from the #Sonic3 stars about why they love the movie so much and get your next binge-worthy TV recommendation? Jim Carey opens the latest episode of More to the Story with Markette Sheppard followed by an enlightening conversation with another Sonic the Hedgehog 3 star Tika Sumter , who reveals the secret sauce behind the massive appeal of the Sonic movie franchise. But that's not al...

In this episode, find out how an $8,000 investment from a friend led Producer, Writer and Director Barry Jenkins to create the Oscar-winning masterpiece Moonlight - a testament to the power of believing in someone's talent. This story of friendship and artistic collaboration will inspire anyone pursuing their dreams. The interview is followed by a special clip of global icon  Beyoncé and her daugh...

From Federal Reserve to Hollywood: An Extraordinary Career Pivot Ever wondered what it takes to leave a prestigious career, like working in a stable job at the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank to pursue uncertain dreams in Hollywood? Nkechi Okoro Carroll' s inspiring journey proves that with determination and strategic planning, radical career changes are possible. As the executive producer of hit shows...

Get ready. There's a brand new podcast coming to your audio streamer. It's going to be more than what you're expecting from a podcast. Yes, there's going to be interviews, but there's also going to be big names and a pop of entertainment woven in between. The show is called MORE TO THE STORY , hosted by Emmy award-winning TV host and author Markette Sheppard and it'll feature in -depth interviews...