Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago
Oscar and Emmy winner Riz Ahmed sits down with Questlove for a personal conversation that spans music, art, identity, and purpose. Bonding over a lifelong love of music (especially Hip-Hop), the two reflect on the moments that have defined their careers. Riz also shares the inspiration behind recent projects, including the new series Bait and his bold interpretation of Hamlet. Recorded virtually after an in-studio session became impossible, this episode captures an authentic exchange between two boundary-pushing artists whose stories stretch across the Atlantic.
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Oscar and Emmy winner Riz Ahmed sits down with Questlove for a personal conversation that spans music, art, identity, and purpose. Bonding over a lifelong love of music (especially Hip-Hop), the two reflect on the moments that have defined their careers. Riz also shares the inspiration behind recent projects, including the new series Bait and his bold interpretation of Hamlet. Recorded virtually after an in-studio session became impossible, this episode captures an authentic exchange between two boundary-pushing artists whose stories stretch across the Atlantic.
#TheQuestloveShow #Questlove #TheQuestloveShowPodcast #QuestloveShow #QuestloveSupreme #iHeartPodcasts #iHeart #Podcast #Podcasttolisten #RizAhmed

![Thundercats Influence from his Mom | Questlove Show #shorts
Thundercat joins Questlove for a wide-ranging, deeply personal conversation that traces his journey from Compton and church gigs to global stages with Flying Lotus, Mac Miller, and beyond. He breaks down the spiritual impact of MF DOOM, how mentors like Dazz Band affiliate Reggie Andrews and his musician parents shaped his ear. Thundercat reflects on surviving LA’s realities, finding creative family with Kamasi Washington and crew, and the role comics, anime, and Disneyland played in building his singular universe. He and Questlove compare Jazz upbringings, talk bass gods (Stanley vs. Jaco), grief and growth after losing collaborators, and the daily work of staying present in a chaotic world. Thundercats newest album, Distracted [https://thundercat.lnk.to/distracted?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnBl7vlwzb-SkhPTj6L2vbmkDUvUEfWSAHMaQaD7nvMUdPUz26X_a_ID1DGNY_aem_3LU8AfrAG7zohBJeEXg75g], is out now.
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![How Brianna Wiests “The Mountain Is You” Changed Questlove’s Life | Questlove Show
Questlove welcomes bestselling author Brianna Wiest [https://shopcatalog.com/pages/author/brianna-wiest] (The Mountain Is You, 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think) for a vulnerable, funny, and wide‑ranging conversation about self‑sabotage, creativity, and learning to “just show up.” Brianna explains how she writes from her center, why nature and long drives unlock her best ideas, and how she separates the heart’s “what” from the mind’s “how.” Questlove shares how her work helped him see himself (and his obstacles) differently. Along the way, Brianna opens up about her childhood, her taste in music, and even making wedding cakes. This episode is a warm, insightful exploration of growth, bravery, and redefining success in the second act of life.
#TheQuestloveShow #Questlove #TheQuestloveShowPodcast #QuestloveShow #QuestloveSupreme #iHeartPodcasts #iHeart #Podcast #Podcasttolisten #YoutubePodcast #BriannaWiest How Brianna Wiests “The Mountain Is You” Changed Questlove’s Life | Questlove Show](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uy4iU_mG2qk/mqdefault.jpg)
![Barry Manilow on Once Before I Go | Questlove Show #shorts
Barry Manilow pulls up to The Questlove Show for a rare, career-spanning conversation that begins with humble reflections on Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and ends with Hall of Fame accolades, classic jingles, and a recent victory over cancer. Ahmir and Barry trace his path from CBS mailroom kid to music director, arranger, and reluctant frontman who never saw himself as a singer. Manilow breaks down the craft of writing immortal ad hooks, the no-glam reality of the legendary Continental Baths, and why hell only write songs as a job now. Barry, who released his first album in 15 years, What A Time last month, also opens up about imposter syndrome and working with Bette Midler, Dionne Warwick, and Ron Dante. This episode was taped in April 2026, before the passing of Clive Davis, Barry Manilows longtime collaborator, who is mentioned throughout the conversation. Manilow is on tour now [https://barrymanilow.com/], performing in arenas across the US and continuing his record-setting Las Vegas residency.
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![Posdnuos of De La Soul on I Know | Questlove Show #shorts
Posdnuos of De La Soul sits down with Questlove for a long-awaited conversation fans have been asking for. Ahmir digs into the groups catalog with fan-driven questions, while Plug 1 shares stories from the studio, reveals which classic tracks were originally intended for other artists, and reflects on the legacy of his brother, Dave aka Trugoy the Dove. The discussion celebrates one of Hip-Hops most influential groups—and their lasting impact on The Roots. With last years Cabin In The Sky album [https://linktr.ee/wearedelasoul?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=38116747-92e7-4a6b-818e-28c0261b9456] still in constant rotation, this is an episode fans wont want to miss.
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![DJ Muggs on Record Success | Questlove Show #shorts
DJ Muggs and Questlove link up in Hollywood, California for a deep dive into the creative vision that made Cypress Hill one of Hip-Hops most groundbreaking acts. From SP-1200 grit and Psychedelic textures to Rock-infused boom bap, Muggs traces his journey from Queens to Bell Gardens, revisits the making of classics like How I Could Just Kill a Man, Hand On The Pump, and House Of Pains Jump Around. Along the way, he discusses his latest collaboration, Dont Call Me Lucky [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZyCh4DiTOQ], with Los Angeles lyricist TF, mentoring The Alchemist, and why todays drumless, loop-driven renaissance feels like a continuation of ideas he was exploring decades ago. Still driven by curiosity over convention, Muggs explains why chasing dusty, unconventional sounds remains at the heart of everything he creates.
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![Kurt Loder | The Questlove Show
Legendary music journalist and MTV News icon Kurt Loder [https://x.com/kurt_loder] joins Questlove in the studio for a deep dive into the evolution of rock criticism, music journalism, and pop culture. Loder traces his journey from his early days covering Janis Joplin and Captain Beefheart to his era-defining work at Rolling Stone and MTV News, sharing firsthand memories of punk at CBGB, Prince, and the rise of Hip-Hop into the mainstream.
Kurt opens up about writing Rolling Stones first major Rap review, chronicling Tina Turners life and remarkable comeback in book form, and navigating the ethics, responsibility, and influence of the critics pen. Questlove and Loder also unpack the line between fandom and objectivity, the danger of snap judgments, and how artists like Prince, James Brown, and Joni Mitchell redefined the possibilities of pop music.
This episode is a masterclass in music history, criticism, and culture, told by one of the most trusted voices ever to cover it.
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