The Questlove Show podcast

The Questlove Show

The Questlove Show builds on the award-winning Questlove Supreme podcast, bringing listeners into intimate, one-on-one conversations with peers, influences, and friends. Hosted by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, each episode uncovers the unexpected — from morning rituals and hidden talents to the art and experiences that shaped a guest’s journey. Sometimes playful, sometimes profound, always curious, QLS offers rare insight into leaders in music, film, television, comedy, literature, mental health, and beyond. It’s a fresh, unpredictable spin from a trusted source — a place where randomness is encouraged, tangents are welcomed, and conversations are anything but ordinary.

The Questlove Show builds on the award-winning Questlove Supreme podcast, bringing listeners into intimate, one-on-one conversations with peers, influences, and friends. Hosted by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, each episode uncovers the unexpected — from morning rituals and hidden talents to the art and experiences that shaped a guest’s journey. Sometimes playful, sometimes profound, always curious, QLS offers rare insight into leaders in music, film, television, comedy, literature, mental health, and beyond. It’s a fresh, unpredictable spin from a trusted source — a place where randomness is encouraged, tangents are welcomed, and conversations are anything but ordinary.

 

#465

A Reaction To The Posdnuos Episode Of The Questlove Show

On this mini episode of The Questlove Show, Open Mike Eagle and Cousin Jake react to the r... more

07 May 2026

29 MINS

29:00

07 May 2026


#464

Raheem DeVaughn

Raheem DeVaughn joins Questlove to trace his journey from a Washington DC Go-Go kid to int... more

04 May 2026

1 HR 30 MINS

1:30:18

04 May 2026


#463

QLS Classic: Steve Ferrone Part 1

Back in early 2022, for a very special Questlove Supreme 1-on-1 episode, Questlove intervi... more

03 May 2026

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:31

03 May 2026


#462

Brianna Wiest

Questlove welcomes bestselling author Brianna Wiest (The Mountain Is You, 101 Essays That ... more

27 Apr 2026

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:14

27 Apr 2026


#461

QLS Classic: Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter

As we approach the 2025 Roots Picnic, look back at one of the most requested episodes, Tar... more

26 Apr 2026

1 HR 41 MINS

1:41:35

26 Apr 2026


#460

Open Mike Eagle Details The Good Life

Questlove reconnects with Open Mike Eagle, picking up a conversation that began on a 2025 ... more

25 Apr 2026

22 MINS

22:20

25 Apr 2026


#459

Posdnuos of De La Soul

Posdnuos of De La Soul sits down with Questlove for a long-awaited conversation fans have ... more

20 Apr 2026

1 HR 56 MINS

1:56:52

20 Apr 2026


#458

QLS Classic: DJ Clark Kent

Back in October of 2022 DJ Clark Kent joined the Questlove Supreme podcast to discuss perf... more

19 Apr 2026

2 HR 21 MINS

2:21:42

19 Apr 2026


#457

Georgia Anne Muldrow On The Personal Origin Of "Stay Woke"

This segment from the Questlove Show was so powerful, we had to share it on its own. Georg... more

17 Apr 2026

26 MINS

26:52

17 Apr 2026


#456

Georgia Anne Muldrow

Georgia Anne Muldrow has been making incredible music for over 20 years. The Grammy-nomina... more

13 Apr 2026

1 HR 48 MINS

1:48:47

13 Apr 2026


#455

QLS Classic: Millie & Keisha Jackson Pt. 1

Questlove Supreme celebrates Black History year round. Travel back to 2022, when singer Mi... more

12 Apr 2026

51 MINS

51:08

12 Apr 2026


#454

QLS Mini: Questlove Flips The Script On 3 Questions He Asked Flea

After interviewing Flea in the studio, Questlove asked the Red Hot Chili Peppers co-founde... more

12 Apr 2026

21 MINS

21:14

12 Apr 2026


#453

Flea

Fleajoins Questlove in-studio to discuss his debut trumpet albumHonora, the long road back... more

06 Apr 2026

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:23

06 Apr 2026


#452

Raheem DeVaughn Shares A Great Aretha Franklin Story

This week, Raheem DeVaughn kicks off the Say Yes Tour alongside a reunited Floetry and Tee... more

05 Apr 2026

08 MINS

08:38

05 Apr 2026


#451

QLS Classic: Tom Silverman

Tom Silverman, founder of the Hip-Hop/Dance label Tommy Boy Records talks about his early ... more

04 Apr 2026

2 HR 55 MINS

2:55:02

04 Apr 2026


#450

Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis

Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis join The Questlove Show in-studio to discuss their upcoming April ... more

30 Mar 2026

1 HR 54 MINS

1:54:07

30 Mar 2026


#449

QLS Classic: Branford Marsalis

In the words of Questlove our guest for this classic episode, is "a part of one of THE mos... more

29 Mar 2026

1 HR 50 MINS

1:50:45

29 Mar 2026


#448

What (In The World) Is Questlove Currently Watching On TV?

On this mini-episode of The Questlove Show, Questlove dives into the rules (and risks) of ... more

28 Mar 2026

19 MINS

19:12

28 Mar 2026


#447

Questlove Salutes Sinners

In this mini episode of The Questlove Show, Questlove talks with producer "Cousin Jake" in... more

25 Mar 2026

18 MINS

18:22

25 Mar 2026


#446

Padma Lakshmi

Join Questlove as he sits down with friend Padma Lakshmi for a funny, sharp, and intimate ... more

23 Mar 2026

49 MINS

49:46

23 Mar 2026


#445

QLS Classic: Jerrod Carmichael

Comedian, actor and writer Jerrod Carmichael talks about how came into the L.A. comedy sce... more

21 Mar 2026

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:17

21 Mar 2026


#444

Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis sits down with Questlove for an intimate, funny, and deeply motivating co... more

16 Mar 2026

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:30

16 Mar 2026


#443

Questlove Reaches Into The Mailbag & Answers - March 15

In this mailbag mini-episode, Questlove answers listener questions on James Brown’s ... more

15 Mar 2026

16 MINS

16:45

15 Mar 2026


#442

Questlove Remembers The Great Bob Power

The QLS family lost a great friend, supporter, and one of music's greatest ears in the pas... more

11 Mar 2026

11 MINS

11:53

11 Mar 2026


#441

QLS Classic: Bob Power

Legendary producer, mixer and engineer Bob Power talks about what it was like to make some... more

11 Mar 2026

1 HR 56 MINS

1:56:13

11 Mar 2026