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Keke Palmer has questions, and she's not afraid to ask them. On 'Baby, this is Keke Palmer', Keke sits down with artists, actors, entrepreneurs, experts, and creators shaping the culture. These aren't just promo stops or viral moments. They're honest, layered conversations about identity, relationships, reinvention, success, and growth. Pop culture moves fast. Opinions move faster. But nuance...
20251 season
ComedyEmpoweringInspiring
ComedyEmpoweringInspiring
20251 season
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Season 1
  • 188. Tommy Davidson on Finding His Identity, Race & Comedy

    188. Tommy Davidson on Finding His Identity, Race & Comedy

    Tommy Davidson's story starts long before In Living Color. He opens up to Keke about being abandoned as a baby, growing up Black in a white adoptive family and how it shaped his identity and comedy. He reveals how a tragedy at one of his stand-up shows taught him the power of laughter and explains why he apologized to Dionne Warwick. Plus, Tommy sings, breaks out his legendary impressions and shar
    Tommy Davidson's story starts long before In Living Color. He opens up to Keke about being abandoned as a baby, growing up Black in a white adoptive family and how it shaped his identity and comedy. He reveals how a tragedy at one of his stand-up shows taught him the power of laughter and explains why he apologized to Dionne Warwick. Plus, Tommy sings, breaks out his legendary impressions and shar
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    1 h 10 min
    Sep 8, 2026
  • 187. Laverne Cox on Messy Dating Stories and Healing from Childhood Trauma

    187. Laverne Cox on Messy Dating Stories and Healing from Childhood Trauma

    Laverne Cox opens up about her memoir Transcendent, childhood trauma, and self-acceptance. She gets real about dating conservative men, app disasters, a rapper who pursued her number, and two years of celibacy. Plus, she reflects on Orange Is the New Black, fighting for trans rights, and how trans visibility has changed since the show ended.
    Laverne Cox opens up about her memoir Transcendent, childhood trauma, and self-acceptance. She gets real about dating conservative men, app disasters, a rapper who pursued her number, and two years of celibacy. Plus, she reflects on Orange Is the New Black, fighting for trans rights, and how trans visibility has changed since the show ended.
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    1 h 18 min
    Aug 31, 2026
  • 186. Jamie & Corinne Foxx on Family Bonds, His Legendary Career & a Second Chance at Life

    186. Jamie & Corinne Foxx on Family Bonds, His Legendary Career & a Second Chance at Life

    Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne share incredible stories with Keke and celebrate Beat Shazam's 100th episode. Jamie breaks out his hilarious impressions, revisits his greatest hits from In Living Color and Django Unchained to how Oprah kept his Oscar run for Ray on track. In an emotional moment, they revisit his stroke and why he credits Corinne with saving his life. Plus, a birthday surprise
    Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne share incredible stories with Keke and celebrate Beat Shazam's 100th episode. Jamie breaks out his hilarious impressions, revisits his greatest hits from In Living Color and Django Unchained to how Oprah kept his Oscar run for Ray on track. In an emotional moment, they revisit his stroke and why he credits Corinne with saving his life. Plus, a birthday surprise
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    1 h 28 min
    Aug 25, 2026
  • 185. Drew Afualo on the Rules Women Should Stop Following

    185. Drew Afualo on the Rules Women Should Stop Following

    Drew Afualo opens up about writing her bestselling book, LOUD, the darker side of TikTok fame, her podcasts The Comment Section and Two Idiot Girls, and her Samoan culture and family. Drew gets real about questioning the rules women are taught to follow, why they don't always have to be nice, and how her fiancé, Pili, won her heart. Plus, Drew's hot takes on dating, Love Island, Chappell Roan, and
    Drew Afualo opens up about writing her bestselling book, LOUD, the darker side of TikTok fame, her podcasts The Comment Section and Two Idiot Girls, and her Samoan culture and family. Drew gets real about questioning the rules women are taught to follow, why they don't always have to be nice, and how her fiancé, Pili, won her heart. Plus, Drew's hot takes on dating, Love Island, Chappell Roan, and
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    1 h 22 min
    Aug 18, 2026
  • 184. Yvette Nicole Brown on Why It's Never Too Late for Love

    184. Yvette Nicole Brown on Why It's Never Too Late for Love

    Yvette Nicole Brown and Keke reunite for a heartfelt conversation filled with laughs, memories, and surprises. Yvette opens up about marrying at 53, caring for her father through Alzheimer's, speaking up for what she believes in, and whether a Community movie is finally happening. They revisit Drake & Josh, relive their viral Password "Titanic" moment, and Lady Miss Jacqueline makes a surprise
    Yvette Nicole Brown and Keke reunite for a heartfelt conversation filled with laughs, memories, and surprises. Yvette opens up about marrying at 53, caring for her father through Alzheimer's, speaking up for what she believes in, and whether a Community movie is finally happening. They revisit Drake & Josh, relive their viral Password "Titanic" moment, and Lady Miss Jacqueline makes a surprise
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    1 h 35 min
    Aug 11, 2026
  • 183. Whoopi Goldberg Gets Real About Fame, Money & Marriage

    183. Whoopi Goldberg Gets Real About Fame, Money & Marriage

    Whoopi Goldberg has spent her career turning "no" into opportunity. She tells Keke how she created the groundbreaking one-woman show that inspired today's The Whoopi Monologues when no one would hire her, landed Ghost after Patrick Swayze stepped in, and became an icon by redefining what Hollywood thought was possible. She also opens up about why marriage isn't for her, asking for what you're wort
    Whoopi Goldberg has spent her career turning "no" into opportunity. She tells Keke how she created the groundbreaking one-woman show that inspired today's The Whoopi Monologues when no one would hire her, landed Ghost after Patrick Swayze stepped in, and became an icon by redefining what Hollywood thought was possible. She also opens up about why marriage isn't for her, asking for what you're wort
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    1 h 9 min
    Aug 4, 2026
  • 182. FLO on Building the Ultimate Girl Group

    182. FLO on Building the Ultimate Girl Group

    FLO is here, and this one's for the fans. Jorja, Renée, and Stella get into the story behind "Cardboard Box," the PowerPoint that convinced their label to release it, and how Therapy at the Club turns heartbreak, healing, and girls' nights into nonstop bops. They also get candid about dating, dream collaborations, and girl group legacy, with plenty of laughs along the way. Then Keke tests their kn
    FLO is here, and this one's for the fans. Jorja, Renée, and Stella get into the story behind "Cardboard Box," the PowerPoint that convinced their label to release it, and how Therapy at the Club turns heartbreak, healing, and girls' nights into nonstop bops. They also get candid about dating, dream collaborations, and girl group legacy, with plenty of laughs along the way. Then Keke tests their kn
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    1 h 2 min
    Jul 28, 2026
  • 181. Oprah Winfrey on Knowing Your Worth

    181. Oprah Winfrey on Knowing Your Worth

    Oprah Winfrey sits down with Keke for a personal, uplifting, and honest conversation about the life she built, the freedom she earned, and the meaningful moments she's sharing on The Oprah Podcast. Oprah opens up about what the man troubles in her 20s taught her about love, the Maya Angelou advice that helped her handle criticism, and why she and Gayle King are total opposites after 50 years of fr
    Oprah Winfrey sits down with Keke for a personal, uplifting, and honest conversation about the life she built, the freedom she earned, and the meaningful moments she's sharing on The Oprah Podcast. Oprah opens up about what the man troubles in her 20s taught her about love, the Maya Angelou advice that helped her handle criticism, and why she and Gayle King are total opposites after 50 years of fr
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    1 h 16 min
    Jul 21, 2026
  • 180. Why Tracee Ellis Ross Stopped Waiting to Be Chosen

    180. Why Tracee Ellis Ross Stopped Waiting to Be Chosen

    Tracee Ellis Ross joins Keke for an unforgettable conversation about building a life on your own terms. She talks about making her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing, growing up with her mom, Diana Ross, and childhood encounters with icons like Marvin Gaye and Lucille Ball. And Tracee has the stories, from confidently correcting Michael Jackson on his own lyrics to memories from the set of Gi
    Tracee Ellis Ross joins Keke for an unforgettable conversation about building a life on your own terms. She talks about making her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing, growing up with her mom, Diana Ross, and childhood encounters with icons like Marvin Gaye and Lucille Ball. And Tracee has the stories, from confidently correcting Michael Jackson on his own lyrics to memories from the set of Gi
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    1 h 12 min
    Jul 14, 2026
  • 179. Michael Strahan on How to Reinvent Yourself

    179. Michael Strahan on How to Reinvent Yourself

    Michael Strahan gets real with Keke about what it takes to bet on yourself, especially when people only see one version of you. From the NFL to Good Morning America, he shares the "when, not if" mindset his military father instilled in him that helped him win a Super Bowl and shaped his success, the advice he'd give anyone ready to reinvent themselves, and how his daughter Isabella's cancer journe
    Michael Strahan gets real with Keke about what it takes to bet on yourself, especially when people only see one version of you. From the NFL to Good Morning America, he shares the "when, not if" mindset his military father instilled in him that helped him win a Super Bowl and shaped his success, the advice he'd give anyone ready to reinvent themselves, and how his daughter Isabella's cancer journe
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    1 h 10 min
    Jul 7, 2026
  • 178. Michelle Buteau on Being "Too Much" and Turning It Into a Superpower

    178. Michelle Buteau on Being "Too Much" and Turning It Into a Superpower

    It's giving girls' night, comedy special, and therapy session all in one. Comedian Michelle Buteau takes Keke from body shame and bad advice to a one-night stand turned Dutch love story, proving that the things people tell you to shrink can become your greatest superpower. Along the way, they share hilarious stories and talk confidence, sex, rejection, motherhood, Survival of the Thickest, and Mic
    It's giving girls' night, comedy special, and therapy session all in one. Comedian Michelle Buteau takes Keke from body shame and bad advice to a one-night stand turned Dutch love story, proving that the things people tell you to shrink can become your greatest superpower. Along the way, they share hilarious stories and talk confidence, sex, rejection, motherhood, Survival of the Thickest, and Mic
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    1 h 9 min
    Jun 30, 2026
  • 177. Jenifer Lewis Is Surviving & Telling It All

    177. Jenifer Lewis Is Surviving & Telling It All

    Jenifer Lewis is bringing big energy, big laughs, and wild stories only she can tell. Keke sits down with the Mother of Black Hollywood to talk about her near-fatal Serengeti fall, the recovery that brought back her high kick, surviving addiction, living with bipolar disorder, memories of Whitney Houston, four engagements, activism, and collaborating with Keke on the Audible series, "The Weddings
    Jenifer Lewis is bringing big energy, big laughs, and wild stories only she can tell. Keke sits down with the Mother of Black Hollywood to talk about her near-fatal Serengeti fall, the recovery that brought back her high kick, surviving addiction, living with bipolar disorder, memories of Whitney Houston, four engagements, activism, and collaborating with Keke on the Audible series, "The Weddings
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    1 h 16 min
    Jun 23, 2026
  • 176. Ciara & Russell Wilson's Secret to Lasting Love & Matchmaking Advice for Keke

    176. Ciara & Russell Wilson's Secret to Lasting Love & Matchmaking Advice for Keke

    Ciara and Russell Wilson are sharing the real story behind the relationship goals. They discuss the moment Russell knew Ciara was the one, the power of manifestation, their approach to forgiveness, and how they balance romance with the chaos of parenting, work, and faith. Then things get personal as they put their matchmaking skills to work for Keke and play a game to see just how well they know e
    Ciara and Russell Wilson are sharing the real story behind the relationship goals. They discuss the moment Russell knew Ciara was the one, the power of manifestation, their approach to forgiveness, and how they balance romance with the chaos of parenting, work, and faith. Then things get personal as they put their matchmaking skills to work for Keke and play a game to see just how well they know e
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    1 h 2 min
    Jun 16, 2026
  • 175. Michelle Williams on Destiny's Child, Faith & Future Love

    175. Michelle Williams on Destiny's Child, Faith & Future Love

    The Queen of Bridges has entered the chat! Keke sits down with Michelle Williams to talk the wild story behind joining Destiny's Child, working alongside Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland, and the Janet Jackson advice she'll never forget. Michelle also gets candid about therapy, depression, faith, public relationships, reality TV regrets, and why she and Keke agree they may never live with a future spouse
    The Queen of Bridges has entered the chat! Keke sits down with Michelle Williams to talk the wild story behind joining Destiny's Child, working alongside Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland, and the Janet Jackson advice she'll never forget. Michelle also gets candid about therapy, depression, faith, public relationships, reality TV regrets, and why she and Keke agree they may never live with a future spouse
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    1 h 14 min
    Jun 9, 2026
  • 174. Mýa on Self-Love, Independence & Reinvention

    174. Mýa on Self-Love, Independence & Reinvention

    Keke sits down with the Grammy winner to talk "Ghetto Superstar," "Case of the Ex," "My Love Is Like…Wo," her new album Retrospect, and the story behind her last-minute tour with Brandy and Monica. Mýa also reflects on how Prince inspired her creatively and influenced her journey toward becoming an independent artist and what she says to anyone claiming she "fell off." Plus, Mýa and Keke get real
    Keke sits down with the Grammy winner to talk "Ghetto Superstar," "Case of the Ex," "My Love Is Like…Wo," her new album Retrospect, and the story behind her last-minute tour with Brandy and Monica. Mýa also reflects on how Prince inspired her creatively and influenced her journey toward becoming an independent artist and what she says to anyone claiming she "fell off." Plus, Mýa and Keke get real
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    1 h 22 min
    Jun 2, 2026
  • 173. Hot Ones' Sean Evans and Keke Turn Up the Spice

    173. Hot Ones' Sean Evans and Keke Turn Up the Spice

    Sean Evans might be the internet's favorite wingman, but when he sits down with Keke, things get even spicier. They break down the art of great interviews, unforgettable celebrity moments, and asking the questions nobody else thinks to ask. Sean explains how Hot Ones became a cultural phenomenon while he and Keke revisit their flirty chemistry, joke about their viral kiss, bond over Midwest roots,
    Sean Evans might be the internet's favorite wingman, but when he sits down with Keke, things get even spicier. They break down the art of great interviews, unforgettable celebrity moments, and asking the questions nobody else thinks to ask. Sean explains how Hot Ones became a cultural phenomenon while he and Keke revisit their flirty chemistry, joke about their viral kiss, bond over Midwest roots,
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    1 h 12 min
    May 26, 2026
  • 172. Michelle Obama Has Advice Every Woman Needs to Hear

    172. Michelle Obama Has Advice Every Woman Needs to Hear

    This conversation with Michelle Obama is full of the kind of wisdom that stays with you. With Keke, she opens up about motherhood, ambition, marriage, Black womanhood, and the freedom she's found in this chapter of her life. She also shares insight on staying grounded when the world tries to define you. From her podcast, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, to her book, The Look, Michelle a
    This conversation with Michelle Obama is full of the kind of wisdom that stays with you. With Keke, she opens up about motherhood, ambition, marriage, Black womanhood, and the freedom she's found in this chapter of her life. She also shares insight on staying grounded when the world tries to define you. From her podcast, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, to her book, The Look, Michelle a
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    1 h 25 min
    May 19, 2026
  • 171. Keith Lee on Fame, Family & Food Reviews

    171. Keith Lee on Fame, Family & Food Reviews

    Keith Lee can turn one bite into a viral moment, but today Keke gets to know the man behind his food reviews. The former MMA fighter turned TikTok food critic opens up about family, faith, marriage, and anxiety, and the real impact of the "Keith Lee effect." He shares what fame feels like, how he stays grounded, and clears up major online reactions, including the infamous worm, plus a glimpse into
    Keith Lee can turn one bite into a viral moment, but today Keke gets to know the man behind his food reviews. The former MMA fighter turned TikTok food critic opens up about family, faith, marriage, and anxiety, and the real impact of the "Keith Lee effect." He shares what fame feels like, how he stays grounded, and clears up major online reactions, including the infamous worm, plus a glimpse into
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    1 h 16 min
    May 12, 2026
  • 170. Ella Mai on Being a Mom & Lover Girl

    170. Ella Mai on Being a Mom & Lover Girl

    Scorpio energy in the studio! Grammy-winning singer Ella Mai joins Keke to talk motherhood, identity, and love, with that same "Boo'd Up" energy, just evolved. She shares how becoming a mom reshaped her priorities, confidence, and relationship with her body after breastfeeding. Ella also opens up about her most vulnerable album yet, Do You Still Love Me?, and how songs like "Little Things" reflect
    Scorpio energy in the studio! Grammy-winning singer Ella Mai joins Keke to talk motherhood, identity, and love, with that same "Boo'd Up" energy, just evolved. She shares how becoming a mom reshaped her priorities, confidence, and relationship with her body after breastfeeding. Ella also opens up about her most vulnerable album yet, Do You Still Love Me?, and how songs like "Little Things" reflect
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    1 h 7 min
    May 5, 2026
  • 169. Robin Thede Made Comedy History… and Got Proposed to 5 Times?

    169. Robin Thede Made Comedy History… and Got Proposed to 5 Times?

    Keke and Robin Thede get all the way into it, and you'll be laughing start to finish. From the groundbreaking A Black Lady Sketch Show, where she made space for funny Black women to go bold and big, to writing for comedy legends and her historic firsts in late night. And just when you think the convo can't get any better, Robin drops relationship tea so wild Keke is completely gagged… and you will
    Keke and Robin Thede get all the way into it, and you'll be laughing start to finish. From the groundbreaking A Black Lady Sketch Show, where she made space for funny Black women to go bold and big, to writing for comedy legends and her historic firsts in late night. And just when you think the convo can't get any better, Robin drops relationship tea so wild Keke is completely gagged… and you will
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    1 h 15 min
    Apr 28, 2026
  • 168. Nia Long on Love, the 90's & Michael Jackson

    168. Nia Long on Love, the 90's & Michael Jackson

    Nia Long pulls up and it quickly turns into two besties at a sleepover! We're talking dating with intention and fun, pouring into yourself as a mother, and stepping into the iconic role of matriarch Catherine Jackson in 'Michael.' Nia and Keke revisit why the '90s were THAT era (including the time she met Michael Jackson himself!) and celebrate the films that defined a generation, from 'The Best M
    Nia Long pulls up and it quickly turns into two besties at a sleepover! We're talking dating with intention and fun, pouring into yourself as a mother, and stepping into the iconic role of matriarch Catherine Jackson in 'Michael.' Nia and Keke revisit why the '90s were THAT era (including the time she met Michael Jackson himself!) and celebrate the films that defined a generation, from 'The Best M
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    1 h 14 min
    Apr 21, 2026
  • 167. Emma Grede on Owning Your Ambition

    167. Emma Grede on Owning Your Ambition

    Emma Grede started working at 12 and never looked back. Raised by a single mom, she now has four kids and has built billion-dollar businesses with Kim Kardashian at SKIMS and Khloé Kardashian at Good American. When she talks ambition, she's lived it. She shares real-world wisdom on creating a big career and a life you love, from her "1% better" philosophy to why discipline beats perfection. Emma o
    Emma Grede started working at 12 and never looked back. Raised by a single mom, she now has four kids and has built billion-dollar businesses with Kim Kardashian at SKIMS and Khloé Kardashian at Good American. When she talks ambition, she's lived it. She shares real-world wisdom on creating a big career and a life you love, from her "1% better" philosophy to why discipline beats perfection. Emma o
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    1 h 4 min
    Apr 14, 2026
  • 166. Coi Leray on Love, Motherhood & Being "Really Her"

    166. Coi Leray on Love, Motherhood & Being "Really Her"

    Coi Leray keeps it all the way real with Keke in a conversation about knowing you're "really her," even before others recognize it. From growing up between luxury and struggle to the viral hits that shaped her hustle, Coi talks about how becoming a mom changed her purpose and shares the advice Cardi B gave her about pregnancy, her take on female rap beefs, how her relationship surprised her, and h
    Coi Leray keeps it all the way real with Keke in a conversation about knowing you're "really her," even before others recognize it. From growing up between luxury and struggle to the viral hits that shaped her hustle, Coi talks about how becoming a mom changed her purpose and shares the advice Cardi B gave her about pregnancy, her take on female rap beefs, how her relationship surprised her, and h
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    1 h 8 min
    Apr 7, 2026
  • 165. Keke & Cast Break Down 'I Love Boosters': Power, Fashion & Morality | SXSW

    165. Keke & Cast Break Down 'I Love Boosters': Power, Fashion & Morality | SXSW

    Keke takes the SXSW stage with Demi Moore, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, and Eiza González to talk I Love Boosters. The cast breaks down the film's bold idea of "fashion-forward philanthropy," challenging power, wealth, and consumerism, while getting into style, ambition, on-set chemistry, and the moral gray areas at the center of Boots Riley's world.
    Keke takes the SXSW stage with Demi Moore, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, and Eiza González to talk I Love Boosters. The cast breaks down the film's bold idea of "fashion-forward philanthropy," challenging power, wealth, and consumerism, while getting into style, ambition, on-set chemistry, and the moral gray areas at the center of Boots Riley's world.
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    57min
    Mar 31, 2026
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    ComedyEmpoweringInspiring
    20251 season
    Keke Palmer has questions, and she's not afraid to ask them. On 'Baby, this is Keke Palmer', Keke sits down with artists, actors, entrepreneurs, experts, and creators shaping the culture. These aren't just promo stops or viral moments. They're honest, layered conversations about identity, relationships, reinvention, success, and growth. Pop culture moves fast. Opinions move faster. But nuance...
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