Baby, this is Keke Palmer
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Keke Palmer hosts a podcast where she engages in honest, layered conversations with artists, actors, entrepreneurs, and creators. The show explores topics like identity, relationships, reinvention, success, and growth, moving beyond surface-level pop culture moments. New episodes are released every Tuesday.
Episodes
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Mýa on Self-Love, Independence & Reinvention 02.06.2026 1h 23mKeke 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 about self-love, relationships, and redefining happily ever after. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Hot Ones’ Sean Evans and Keke Turn Up the Spice 26.05.2026 1h 13mSean 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, and get competitive during a game of Twister that has them falling… for each other. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Michelle Obama Has Advice Every Woman Needs to Hear 19.05.2026 1h 25mThis 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 and Keke discuss honesty, confidence, self-expression, and being seen for who you are. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Keith Lee on Fame, Family & Food Reviews 12.05.2026 1h 17mKeith 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 FamiLee Day in New Orleans. Plus, we put Keith and Keke to the test in a blindfolded food game that will have you on the floor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Ella Mai on Being a Mom & Lover Girl 05.05.2026 1h 7mScorpio 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 her fully stepping into her Lover Girl era. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Robin Thede Made Comedy History… and Got Proposed to 5 Times? 28.04.2026 1h 16mKeke 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 be too! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nia Long on Love, the 90’s & Michael Jackson 21.04.2026 1h 15mNia 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 Man' to 'Soul Food' to 'Boyz n the Hood.' Some things never go out of style… and Nia Long is definitely one of them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Emma Grede on Owning Your Ambition 14.04.2026 1h 5mEmma 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 offers candid advice for women navigating when to have kids, chasing goals, and redefining work-life balance, encouraging everyone to think bigger in her new book, Start With Yourself. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Coi Leray on Love, Motherhood & Being “Really Her” 07.04.2026 1h 9mCoi 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 her latest track, “Better Than Yours.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Keke & Cast Break Down ‘I Love Boosters’: Power, Fashion & Morality | SXSW 31.03.2026 57mKeke 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Keith Powers on Therapy, Growth & Ryan Destiny 24.03.2026 1h 20mKeith Powers kicks it with Keke! In this catch-up between longtime friends, Keith opens up about his mental health journey, choosing sobriety, and how therapy helped him understand himself on a deeper level. He also shares the story behind proposing to Ryan Destiny after a relationship setback that tested their bond, and reflects on the wisdom he gained from working with the late James Van Der Beek on their new thriller The Gates. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Niecy Nash-Betts on Confidence, Career Hustle & Unexpected Love 17.03.2026 1h 23mEmmy winner Niecy Nash-Betts joins Keke for a candid conversation about believing in yourself before anyone else does. From boldly pushing her way into auditions for Reno 911! to speaking up on set with Whoopi Goldberg, Niecy shares the mindset that built her career and the unexpected love story with her wife Jessica Betts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Durand Bernarr’s Slow Burn to a GRAMMY Win 10.03.2026 1h 14mAfter a viral run to the GRAMMY stage, Durand Bernarr joins Keke to talk about the years behind his GRAMMY win for Best Progressive R&B Album, BLOOM. He reveals why he’s proud his career has been a “slow burn,” and why staying independent matters in an industry that often pushes artists to change who they are. They also get into dating, masculinity, and monogamy before a game turns into a full-blown vocal MOMENT, belting nursery rhymes with a twist and proving exactly why he’s as talented as he is hilarious. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Demi Lovato on Healing, Marriage, & Life After Child Stardom 03.03.2026 1h 1mBaby, we’re back! On the season premiere, Keke sits down with Demi Lovato for a raw, open conversation about growing up as child stars and everything that followed. They get real about navigating fame at a young age, Demi's struggles with addiction and body image, and the long road to reclaiming self-worth. Demi shares how she met and fell in love with her husband, what healing looks like now, her new cookbook, and what fans can expect from her upcoming tour, plus a little Camp Rock 3 tease! CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses topics that may be difficult for some people, including mental health and addiction. Please take care while listening. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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LIVE BONUS EPISODE: 'The ’Burbs' Cast Spills Set Secrets 17.02.2026 53mWe’re live at 92NY in front of a NYC studio audience! Keke pulls up with the cast and creator of her new Peacock series, 'The ’Burbs,' for a laugh-out-loud conversation about what really goes down on the cul-de-sac. Part mystery, part comedy, the show flips a “perfect” neighborhood upside down with scandal, racial tension, and one very shady new neighbor. Jack Whitehall, Paula Pell, Julia Duffy, Kapil Talwalkar, and Celeste Hughey spill behind-the-scenes tea, reveal improvised moments, and swap their wildest real-life neighbor stories. This is one block party you don’t want to miss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Your Favorite Artist’s Favorite Artist with Anderson .Paak 06.01.2026 1h 2mKeke kicks it with Anderson .Paak for a real hang on new music, his directorial debut, and watching his kids make music of their own. He breaks down how a song he wrote years ago just became another artist’s chart-topping hit, talks collaboration, risk-taking, reinvention, and legacy, then faces off against Keke in a hip-hop IQ game — he didn’t come to play. And yes, Keke asks about what’s really going on with Mariah Carey, and Anderson keeps it honest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Living Single: Then & Now with Kim Coles & Erika Alexander 30.12.2025 1h 15mKim Coles and Erika Alexander sit down with Keke to get real about Living Single, from the moment their off-screen friendship clicked to the pressure of carrying a culture-defining hit. They open up about being underestimated, navigating early fame, and why that freedom shaped their careers. The trio reflects on revisiting the series through their ReLiving Single podcast and, of course, Kim and Erika can’t resist trying to play matchmaker for Keke. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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NIL Millions & Grammy Dreams with Flau’Jae Johnson 23.12.2025 1h 2mLSU star-captain and rapper Flau’Jae Johnson is rewriting what it looks like to be a college athlete in the NIL era. She breaks down becoming one of the NCAA’s highest earners, why the WNBA can wait, and how she juggles two dream careers at once. Keke and Flau’Jae vibe instantly as two multi-hyphenates getting real about pressure, purpose, and the momagers running point behind the scenes. And they let a few bars and hoops fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Getting Messy with Bob the Drag Queen 16.12.2025 1h 6mBob the Drag Queen—who brought his chaotic energy to 'The Traitors'—pulls up with Keke for a convo that’s equal parts hilarious and unhinged. They talk polyamory, pop-star fandom beef, and how Bob became a NYT bestselling author with his Harriet Tubman novel. Then it gets MESSY when they start casting their dream daytime talk show… and these two queens close it out with an impressions battle that will have you howling. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Secrets from ‘The Best Man’ & ‘Girls Trip 2’ Tea with Malcolm D. Lee 09.12.2025 55mKeke goes deep with director Malcolm D. Lee, spilling the secrets behind the rom-coms we grew up on and the casting what-ifs that almost changed ‘The Best Man’ (Will & Jada… hello?!). He clears up the truth behind the Harper slap and shares how his new book, “The Best Man: Unfinished Business,” reunites the crew today. And yes, we get into ‘Girls Trip 2’ tea, nostalgia, and authentic Black love on screen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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