The Questlove Show

In the words of Questlove our guest for this classic episode, is "a part of one of THE most important musical dynasty's in music". His touch has been pivotal to the evolution of jazz, but that's not all folks! Branford Marsalis' contributions to the culture can be seen and heard through his acting, the products of his marriage of jazz and hip hop, his barrier breaking presence as a band leader on late night television, his compositions and his scoring, including for Netflix's adaptation of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.  Now hear his story.....  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this mini-episode of The Questlove Show, Questlove dives into the rules (and risks) of “TV monogamy,” from a breakup sparked by secret binge-watching to how episode “hall passes” can save relationships. Questlove also talks about TV as constant background “aquarium,” his accidental reality TV rabbit hole, and why one cult classic TV show (that only lasted a single season) quietly reshaped The Roots’ jam-band approach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A salute to Sinners and the people who made it, with reflections on its long journey and emotional stakes. A deep dive into 70mm projection, lenses, film stock, sound, and lighting that shape how movies feel. Quick detour into Blues music, from D'Angelo to B.B. King’s Live at Cook County Jail.

Join Questlove as he sits down with friend Padma Lakshmi for a funny, sharp, and intimate conversation on food, culture, and reinvention. Padma revisits her New York City childhood, makes the case for Queens as the city’s true food capital, and shares her ultimate snack kryptonites. She also opens up about stepping away from a show she helped build into a powerhouse to launch America’s Culinary Cup from the ground up—and why she’s fully in her “zero effs” era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actor and writer Jerrod Carmichael talks about how came into the L.A. comedy scene, his distaste for the audition process and shares some of the tricks he uses to make his work special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Lee Curtis, Oscar-winning actress and producer known for fearless performances, reflects on embracing power and creative freedom. She shares morning rituals, why she avoids online comments, lessons from sobriety and pets, and how directors and collaboration shaped roles from True Lies to Scarpetta. The conversation is candid, funny, and focused on trust, growth, and owning your voice.

Listener mailbag answers on James Brown’s late‑period “mustache era” and the oddly entertaining track “Deep In It.” Practical tips for finding collaborators offline like busking, record stores, and community events. A take on listening bars and the vinyl hobby as status theater. Deep dives into prized snare drums and stories from a historic kit collection.

The QLS family lost a great friend, supporter, and one of music's greatest ears in the passing of Bob Power. In a small mini episode, Questlove reflects on Bob, who appeared on the second episode of Questlove Supreme back in 2016. He credits as one of hip hop’s greatest advocates and a defining force in boom-bap. He recalls how Bob’s work with De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest helped inspire and shape the sound of The Roots, comparing Bob’s role to George Martin’s with The Beatles. Questlove shares stories about Bob’s meticulous studio approach—mixing quietly and balancing clarity with gritty texture. Quest' also touches on recent collaboration with Bob, a funny phone call in the past, and more. The Bob Power episode of Questlove Supreme has been posted atop the feed. Bob Power forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary producer, mixer and engineer Bob Power talks about what it was like to make some of the most iconic hip hop albums of our time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baz Luhrmann, filmmaker known for music-forward films like Moulin Rouge! and The Great Gatsby, shares his creative method and love of fusing modern music with classic stories. He discusses sourcing and restoring lost Elvis rehearsal footage for his concert film EPIC. Conversations span casting, vibe tapes, cross-genre collaborations, and building immersive, music-driven worlds.