Jemele Hill is Unbothered

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Ep 159: TAMRON HALL - Fair Exchange, No Robbery Sep 27, 2021

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Tamron Hall joins Jemele to discuss how her show, the Tamron Hall Show, has evolved after three seasons and why she chooses to be so vulnerable and open with her audience. Tamron also discusses her motherhood journey, her new fiction novel, As The Wicked Watch, and shares some memories of her close friend, Prince. Plus, Jemele weighs in on the Drake vs Michael Jackson debate.

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Ep 158: JASMINE GUY - Evolution of a Revolutionary Sep 20, 2021

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Actress Jasmine Guy joins Jemele to discuss her portrayal of the iconic character Whitley Gilbert on the classic series, “A Different World.” Jasmine explains how authenticity was lacking in the show early on, and how the arrival of executive producer Debbie Allen changed the direction of the show and helped it become a cult classic. She also shares what the recent Different World reunion show meant to her, and why she decided to write a book about Afeni Shakur, the mother of her close friend, Tupac.

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Ep 157: JOY-ANN REID - The Race Lady Sep 13, 2021

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Political talk show host Joy-Ann Reid joins Jemele to discuss the success of her wildly popular nightly political discussion show, “The Reid Out,” what it’s like being the only black woman with a political show in primetime, and why having a previous show cancelled on MSNBC liberated her. Joy also breaks down why she went after Fox News host Tucker Carlson, and Jemele pays tribute to actor Michael K. Williams, who recently passed away at age 54.

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Ep 156: JIMMY JAM & TERRY LEWIS - Nothing to prove but a lot to say Sep 06, 2021

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Iconic hit makers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis join Jemele to discuss their debut album, Jam and Lewis: Volume 1. They also discuss their career longevity, what it was like working with some of the biggest names in music, including Prince and Janet Jackson. They also share how the death of George Floyd impacted them, and if they plan on participating in a Verzuz battle. Plus, Jemele gives her thoughts on her recent dust-up with a cast member from Real Housewives of Potomac.

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Ep 155: YAHYA ABDUL-MATEEN II - Hit that H Aug 30, 2021

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Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II joins Jemele to discuss his upcoming blockbuster projects, which include leading roles in Candyman, Matrix 4 and Aquaman 2. Yahya also shares why he began going to therapy, how he’s learning to celebrate his successes, and finding balance in fame. Plus, Jemele gives her thoughts on the Jeopardy controversy.

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Ep 154: YARA SHAHIDI - Lifelong Learner Aug 23, 2021

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Actress Yara Shahidi joins Jemele to discuss the fourth season of “Grown-ish,” and the growth of her character, Zoey. Yara also shares details about her college experience at Harvard, including how she feels heading into her final year and who her favorite professor is. She also discusses what it was like growing up around Prince, and what she hopes to accomplish with the production company she began with her mother.

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Ep 153: SANAA LATHAN - Meditate on This Aug 16, 2021

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Acclaimed actress Sanaa Lathan joins Jemele to discuss her new Netflix series “Hit & Run,” and making her feature directorial debut with her upcoming project, “On The Come Up.” She also shares what fans can expect from the next chapter of the cult classic “The Best Man,” and why her and her Best Man castmates have remained so close over the years. Plus, Jemele has some thoughts on the recent trend of celebrities sharing why they don’t bathe regularly.

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Ep 152: SAM JAY - Late Bloomer Aug 09, 2021

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Comedian and talk show host and Sam Jay joins Jemele to discuss her groundbreaking HBO show, “Pause,” how she’s adapting to stardom, how losing her parents shaped her life and career, and why she chose to make her significant other a big part of her comedy act. Sam also discusses what it’s like writing for Saturday Night Live and Jemele gives her thoughts on DaBaby’s recent controversy.

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Ep 151: PATTI LABELLE - Just being Patti Aug 02, 2021

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Patti Labelle joins Jemele to discuss her iconic career, her Verzuz battle with Gladys Knight, and if it was fair to label her a “diva.” She also shares stories about her friendship with Aretha Franklin, the obstacles she had to become as a black female performer and why she chose not to marry Otis Williams from the Temptations. Plus, Jemele responds to the people who took issue with her tweet about restrictions for the unvaccinated.

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Ep 150: TAMIKA MALLORY - Perfectly Flawed Jul 26, 2021

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Activist, organizer and author Tamika Mallory joins Jemele to discuss her book, “State of Emergency,” which details her history with activism and how organizing is critical to freedom movements. Tamika also shares the personal demons she’s had to overcome, and how she stays the course during the country’s most challenging moments. She also responds to those who have criticized her for lacking transparency.

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