Baby, This is Keke Palmer

From LL Cool J to Jay-Z to Nicki Minaj, the rap genre has evolved quite a bit over the years. Sharon helps us take a trip down memory lane to look at all the different phases of rap we’ve seen — can you guess who her favorites are?? Then, we’re joined by our guest: a Gen Z rapper from Milwaukee who goes by The Female GOAT. That’s right, it’s Lakeyah! We get into all the issues that still persist in the music industry — we’re looking at you, misogyny — where rap music is headed, and how the genre is diversifying. You know Lakeyah won’t hold back! Listen until the end for a roleplay you will NOT want to miss (fans of “Pimp,” this one’s for you)!!

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We all have a favorite girl group or boy band, right? Destiny’s Child, NSYNC, The Jonas Brothers…maybe Fifth Harmony? On today’s show, former Fifth Harmony member and now solo artist Ally Brooke tells us everything we’ve been wanting to know about the dynamics of the group, her emotions leading up to the breakup, and what life is like as a solo artist. Then she shares a story about Simon Cowell pulling her aside back in the group’s X Factor days to tell her something that changed her career! Listeners, this episode is DEFINITELY Worth It! 

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How do we find our purpose? Do we need purpose in work if we already find purpose in life? Yeah, we’re answering those kinds of questions this week, and we have Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor to give us the answers! Aunjanue tells us what it was like to work as an actor without receiving mainstream recognition for decades and how she found purpose in her work even when it felt like her path was uncertain. She also gives us the behind-the-scenes story of her viral social moment that blew us away! Plus, Sharon lets us in on what she thinks her hilarious purpose in life is — we really can’t blame her for this one!

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She’s not just an artist, she’s a brand, a businesswoman, and a whole vibe!! We know that’s right! Whether it’s her hit songs on the radio, her collab with McDonald’s (we’re lovin’ it!), or her social media brand deals, Saweetie is everywhere! Our multi-talented guest lets us in on what’s coming next for her in the music world, the surprising reality of feuds between female rappers, and how she approaches relationships in the public eye. Aren’t we all just dying to know what a day in the life of Saweetie looks like?? Plus, Sharon gets into the nitty-gritty behind-the-scenes of what it takes to transform a music and acting career into more than that, and we’re thankful she did!

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In the US, hip hop reigns as the genre that influences every aspect of our culture. From fashion to film, the dominance of this prolific sound can be traced back to one year - 1988.

From Public Enemy to The Fresh Prince, these twelve months gave rise to the superstars and styles that still resonate in songs released today. Through the unique perspective and personal experiences of Will Smith, Class of ’88 reveals the milestone moments, albums and artists that inspired a sonic evolution and secured 1988 as hip hop’s most important year. Rich with archival material, new interviews with hip hop’s biggest stars, and personal recollections from Will himself, Class of ’88 delivers fresh untold stories from the year that hip hop overcame the forces that were hell bent on blocking its rise.

This series features interviews and stories from the revolutionary Artists that impacted that year and many more afterwards, including: Queen Latifah, Jazzy Jeff, DMC, Salt-N-Pepa, Chuck D, Fab Five Freddy, Rakim, Slick Rick, DJ Red Alert, and Rick Rubin.

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On today’s episode, we’re answering this question: is adversity necessary for success? You may know our guest Jay Pharoah as the hilarious comedian who did a six-season stint on SNL, but his path to get there was no walk in the park. Jay shares how his experience on SNL shifted after advocating for Black women and how being a victim of bullying actually helped him make it big. And you’ll never guess who joins us at the end of this episode…. Did Kanye and Will Smith really stop by, or was it just Jay’s INCREDIBLE celebrity impressions?!! Listen to find out!

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What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with the talented couple and actors Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathe! Sterling shares how he felt when Ryan had to act in a sex scene with none other than her celeb crush, and Ryan reveals why her Grandmother wanted her to break up with Sterling when they first got together. We get into all the ups and downs, the breakups and makeups, and the hilarious quirks of their relationship. Sharon also gives her two cents on how in the world she’s been able to make her relationship work for THIRTY-EIGHT YEARS! We need to know, Sharon!!

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Have you ever wished someone could just come along and fix your life? Yeah, us too! On today’s episode, we get deep with the star of “Iyanla, Fix My Life,” best-selling author, ordained minister, and mental health expert in her own right, Iyanla Vanzant. We’re not shying away from the heavy stuff: codependency in relationships, healing from trauma, and unhealthy coping mechanisms. Iyanla shares some of the real-life stories of people she has encountered throughout her journey of helping people grow and heal. Plus, Sharon gets real about her thoughts on Keke going to therapy.

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We try not to play favorites, but Snoop Dogg is just that guy! He’s done a little bit of everything, and he joins us on the show to talk about it ALL — everything from his friendship with Martha Stewart to his departure from Death Row Records. But just when we thought he’d really done it all, Snoop, the man, the myth, the legend, reveals what’s left on his career bucket list, and we’re SO here for it. You know it’s gonna be a good time with the D-O-double G!

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Podcast host Bobbi Althoff answers the questions we’ve all been DYING to ask: How much of her character is *really* an act? How did she manage to land guests from Lil Yachty to Offset to Scarlett Johansson? And what does she think of online critics? Plus, Bobbi reveals her unique approach to interviews, the secret sauce to going viral and what’s in store for her future.

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