Jemele Hill is Unbothered

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Ep 33: NIECY NASH - Working Not Twerking Aug 12, 2019

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Actor Niecy Nash joins Jemele to discuss her starring role as Desna Simms, the female boss on TNT’s ‘Claws.’ Niecy also discusses starting her acting career as a wife and mother of three children, and what it’s like being Shaq’s neighbor.

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Ep 32: RICK ROSS - That Rozay Seasoning Aug 08, 2019

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Rapper and boss Rick Ross joins Jemele to discuss his new album, “Port of Miami 2,” the follow-up to his classic debut in 2006. He also reveals why he has such strong chemistry with Drake, and if fans can expect a collaboration album between the two hip-hop heavyweights in the future. Plus, Rozay ranks his 10 albums.

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Ep 31: KARRUECHE TRAN - Just Keep Going Aug 05, 2019

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Actor Karrueche Tran joins Jemele to discuss her hit television show “Claws,” how she dealt with sudden fame and the difficulties of getting people to take her seriously as an actor. She also lists her favorite Atlanta strip clubs, and how studying strippers in the Atlanta clubs helped her prepare for her role on “Claws.”

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Ep 30: MARSAI MARTIN - A Little One Doing Big Things Aug 01, 2019

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14-year-old actress and producer Marsai Martin joins Jemele to discuss finding her passion at a young age, becoming the youngest person in Hollywood with a production deal, and how her film, ‘Little,’ changed the game for her. Her parents, Joshua and Carol, also join the podcast to discuss what it’s like raising a child star.

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Ep 29: IBTIHAJ MUHAMMAD - Faith & Race Jul 29, 2019

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Former Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad joins Jemele to discuss her experience in the 2016 Olympics, where she became the first Muslim American woman to win a medal and the first woman in a hijab to compete for Team USA at the Olympics. She also reveals why she won’t be competing in the 2020 games, and the difficulty of being an African-American Muslim woman in a climate that encourages hostility toward people with her faith.

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Ep 28: MUSIQ SOULCHILD - Triggers and Trauma Jul 25, 2019

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Hip-hop soul artist Musiq Soulchild joins Jemele to discuss the evolution of his music career, why he rejects being labeled as only a R & B artist, and next year being the 20th anniversary of his debut smash album Aijuswanaseing. He also discusses what it’s like running his own label, co-parenting and divulges which one of his classic songs he hates to sing.

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Ep 27: BARRINGTON IRVING - Reaching New Heights Jul 22, 2019

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Barrington Irving is the first African-American to fly around to world solo, and youngest person to ever do so. He joins Jemele to discuss his incredible feat, the many dangers he faced on his unlikely journey, and why he chose aviation over a promising football career. He also discusses his relationship with slain teenager Trayvon Martin, who was his former aviation student.

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Ep 26: BETO O'ROURKE - Through the Fire Jul 18, 2019

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Presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke joins Jemele to discuss why he remains optimistic despite the tumultuous political and social climate, what motivates him as a politician, and why he’s confident he can boost his sagging poll numbers. He also discusses his policy positions on student loan debt, and gun control. Plus, Jemele puts Beto on the hot seat about a controversial issue: If you’re binge-watching a TV show with your significant other, is it acceptable to watch episodes without them?

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Ep 25: KAMALA HARRIS - Starts with a ‘M,’ ends with an ‘A Jul 15, 2019

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Presidential candidate Kamala Harris joins Jemele for a wide-ranging conversation on why she went after former Vice President Joe Biden during the first democratic debate, and why she feels she can beat Donald Trump. She also shares her positions on marijuana legalization, the racial wealth gap, and reparations. Plus, the California senator reveals her favorite curse word.

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Ep 24: WALTER MOSELY - Writing is sex Jul 11, 2019

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Bestselling novelist Walter Mosley joins Jemele to discuss his work as a writer and consultant for the late John Singleton’s FX drama, “Snowfall.” He also discusses the secret to his longevity, why he decided to bring back his iconic character Easy Rawlings, and why he believes drugs should be legalized.

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