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.

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Every guest on The Questlove Show

300 guests, ranked by how many people never want them back.

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   Lin-Manuel Miranda

   Questlove Supreme: Lin-Manuel Miranda · Oct 2020

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   Shep Gordon

   QLS Classic: Shep Gordon · Oct 2022

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3. —
   Eric Andre

   Questlove Supreme: Eric Andre · Apr 2021

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   Todd Rundgren

   Questlove Supreme: Todd Rundgren · Jul 2020

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5. —
   Elvis Costello

   QLS Classic: Elvis Costello Part 2 · 2 episodes

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6. —
   James Taylor

   QLS Classic: James "JT" Taylor · 2 episodes

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   Wyatt Cenac

   Questlove Supreme: QLS Decade In Review ft. Wyatt Cenac · Dec 2019

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   Kim Gordon

   Kim Gordon · Jan 2026

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9. —
   Mark Ronson

   Mark Ronson · 2 episodes

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10. —
    Ilana Glazer

    QLS Classic: Ilana Glazer · Mar 2026

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    Jon Batiste

    QLS Classic: Jon Batiste · Aug 2025

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12. —
    Padma Lakshmi

    Padma Lakshmi · Mar 2026

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13. —
    Daryl Hall

    Questlove Supreme: Daryl Hall · Apr 2022

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    Randy Jackson

    QLS Classic: Randy Jackson · Jun 2021

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15. —
    Zoë Kravitz

    Questlove Supreme: Zoë Kravitz · Mar 2020

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    Norah Jones

    QLS Classic: Norah Jones · Mar 2024

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17. —
    Deon Cole

    QLS Classic: Deon Cole · 2 episodes

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18. —
    Jack White

    QLS Classic: Jack White · May 2023

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    Michelle Obama

    QLS Classic: Michelle Obama · Feb 2026

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    Barry Manilow

    Barry Manilow · Jul 2026

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21. —
    Baz Luhrmann

    Baz Luhrmann · Mar 2026

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22. —
    Billy Porter

    Questlove Supreme: Billy Porter Part 2 · 2 episodes

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23. —
    Bruce Hornsby

    QLS Classic: Bruce Hornsby · Aug 2026

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24. —
    Jill Scott

    Questlove Supreme: Jill Scott (Part 2) · 2 episodes

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25. —
    Johnny Marr

    Questlove Supreme: Johnny Marr · Aug 2024

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    Rick Astley

    Questlove Supreme: Rick Astley · Jun 2022

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    Riz Ahmed

    Riz Ahmed · Jul 2026

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    Cameron Crowe

    Cameron Crowe · Nov 2025

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29. —
    Cedric The Entertainer

    QLS Classic: Cedric The Entertainer · May 2026

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    Chris Rock

    QLS Classic: Chris Rock · Mar 2020

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31. —
    Christian McBride

    Questlove and Christian McBride on ‘Norah Jones Is Playing Along’ · 2 episodes

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32. —
    Corinne Bailey Rae

    Questlove Supreme: Corinne Bailey Rae · Mar 2024

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    Dante Ross

    QLS Classic: Dante Ross · Dec 2024

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34. —
    Esperanza Spalding

    QLS Classic: Esperanza Spalding · Apr 2024

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    Glynn Turman

    QLS Classic: Glynn Turman · Jan 2026

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36. —
    Herb Alpert

    QLS Classic: Herb Alpert · Aug 2024

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    Jason Sudeikis

    Questlove Supreme: Jason Sudeikis · Dec 2020

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38. —
    Jemele Hill

    QLS Classic: Jemele Hill Part 2 · 2 episodes

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39. —
    Jenifer Lewis

    QLS Classic: Jenifer Lewis Part 2 · 2 episodes

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    Mariah Carey

    QLS Classic: Mariah Carey Part 2 · 2 episodes

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