Shawn Stockman's On That Note

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• Wilmer Valderrama 03.06.2026 1sa 8dk

  Wilmer Valderrama joins Shawn Stockman to talk That ’70s Show, the mystery of where Fez is actually from, learning English through acting, and his journey from Venezuela to Hollywood. He also opens up about breaking out of Fez typecasting, building a decade-long run on NCIS, and the music and culture that shaped him. Wilmer Valderrama sits down with Shawn Stockman for a funny, thoughtful, and inspiring episode of On That Note. Wilmer looks back on growing up in Venezuela, where salsa and merengue filled the house every morning, and shares how moving back to the United States as a teenager without knowing English became one of the most challenging turning points of his life. He explains how performing arts, theater, and acting helped him learn the language, build confidence, and find a way forward. The conversation dives deep into That ’70s Show, from Wilmer’s emotional audition story to the mystery of where Fez is actually from. Wilmer reveals why the show never officially defined Fez’s country, the joke endings he imagined for the character, and how the role changed his life after his dad borrowed gas money to get him to the final audition. Wilmer also talks about the challenge of breaking out of Fez typecasting, the intentional indie roles that helped reshape how Hollywood saw him, and how that work eventually led to his long run on NCIS. He reflects on Latino representation, Desi Arnaz, Antonio Banderas, Pedro Pascal, Encanto, My Cultura Podcast Network, Essential Voices, and why film, television, music, and podcasting can all be vessels for healing and connection. A powerful conversation about identity, culture, comedy, music, family, and the long road from being a foreign exchange student on TV to becoming one of Hollywood’s most recognizable Latino actors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• D Nice 27.05.2026 1sa 14dk

  D-Nice reflects on creating classics with KRS-One and Boogie Down Productions, from “Self Destruction” and “My Philosophy” to the journey that led him from the Bronx to Club Quarantine. In this episode, Shawn Stockman sits down with D-Nice for a wide-ranging conversation about hip-hop history, soul music, Scott La Rock, KRS-One’s impact, the records fans may not know he produced, and how Club Quarantine became a global community during one of the most isolating moments in modern life. D-Nice also opens up about DJing for President Obama, performing at the Oscars, rediscovering his early music legacy, and why kindness, connection, and service still drive everything he does. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Keri Hilson 20.05.2026 1sa 3dk

  Keri Hilson opens up about the real meaning behind “Pretty Girl Rock,” Kanye West’s last-minute verse on “Knock You Down,” and the 2000s R&B run that made her one of the era’s most important voices. In Part 2 of her conversation with Shawn Stockman, Keri goes deeper into the hit records and behind-the-scenes stories fans have been waiting for — working with Britney Spears during the Blackout era, defending Omarion’s voice, shaping songs as both an artist and songwriter, and reflecting on what it took to step away from music and eventually find her way back. It’s a conversation about legacy, pressure, confidence, reinvention, and the real stories behind the songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Estelle 13.05.2026 1sa 8dk

  Estelle sits down with Shawn Stockman for a powerful conversation on “American Boy,” meeting Kanye West, manifesting John Legend, and carrying West London soul onto a global stage. In this episode of On That Note, Estelle opens up about the creative instincts, industry lessons, and personal belief system that shaped her career. She reflects on selling thousands of CDs herself, building her own label, navigating labels that didn’t understand her, the story behind “American Boy,” her connection with John Legend, and the deeper legacy of representing Black UK music around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• The Dream 06.05.2026 1sa 45dk

  The-Dream is the hitmaker behind era-defining records like Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” and Justin Bieber’s “Baby,” but this conversation goes far beyond the credits. He joins Shawn Stockman to talk about what makes a song timeless, why music has to connect with real people, and how the greatest records carry pieces of life inside them. In this episode, The-Dream opens up about songwriting, fame, love, family, Atlanta roots, industry lessons, and the philosophy behind giving the right song to the right artist. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and deeply honest look at the mind of one of music’s most legendary pens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Eric Benét 29.04.2026 1sa 26dk

  Eric Benét joins Shawn Stockman for a conversation about R&B legends, real vocals, Quincy Jones, Bill Withers, Donny Hathaway, and the stories that shaped his life in music. From True to Myself and “Femininity” to Philly sessions, songwriting, stagecraft, modern performance, and the difference between vocal flash and real feeling, Eric reflects on the craft, discipline, and soul behind his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Ralph Tresvant 22.04.2026 49dk

  Ralph Tresvant sits down with Shawn Stockman to trace the real New Edition origin story, unpack the truth behind Bobby Brown’s exit, and reveal how “Sensitivity” nearly became something completely different before it turned into his defining solo record. In this episode, Ralph reflects on growing up in Boston, how New Edition first came together, the early Maurice Starr days, the pressure and fallout surrounding Bobby Brown leaving the group, and the creative shift that led him from a funk-driven mindset into the smooth, timeless sound of “Sensitivity.” It’s a rare look at the formation of an icon, told by the voice who lived it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Bell Biv DeVoe 15.04.2026 1sa 5dk

  Bell Biv DeVoe break down the rise and fall of New Edition, and how their split led to the creation of BBD. Ricky Bell, Ronnie DeVoe, and Michael Bivins of Bell Biv DeVoe join On That Note to break down the full story of New Edition — from their formation and early rise with hits like “Candy Girl” to the pressures, conflicts, and eventual split that led to the creation of BBD. They reflect on the Bobby Brown departure, the grind of performing as teenagers, and how they reinvented themselves with a new sound that helped define a generation of R&B. This is the real story behind the rise, fall, and rebirth that shaped New Edition and launched Bell Biv DeVoe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Brooke Payne 08.04.2026 1sa 17dk

  Brooke Payne reflects on building New Edition from the ground up, developing Boyz II Men into complete performers, and creating the blueprint for what a successful R&B group looks like—from talent and personality to stage presence and showmanship. In this episode, Payne shares the story of discovering young talent in Boston, shaping groups through discipline and performance training, and the philosophy that separates performers from true entertainers. From early beginnings at the Boys Club to working with some of the biggest names in music, this is a look at the vision and leadership behind some of the most iconic acts of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Sean Patrick Thomas 01.04.2026 1sa 21dk

  Sean Patrick Thomas joins Shawn Stockman to break down Save the Last Dance, Barbershop, Cruel Intentions, and the career that made him one of the defining Black male leads of the early 2000s. From dance films and romantic dramas to Gen V and The Boys, Sean reflects on the roles that shaped his path, his Guyanese roots and musical influences, and what it meant to break through in Hollywood during a pivotal era. It’s a thoughtful conversation about identity, timing, legacy, and choosing work that actually lasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Marques Houston 25.03.2026 1sa 8dk

  Marques Houston joins On That Note to break down You Got Served, the “Never Lie” breakout, and how B2K came together. From dance culture to early 2000s R&B, this episode dives into the moments that defined an era. Marques Houston shares his journey from child actor on Sister, Sister to recording artist and creative force behind some of the most recognizable moments in early 2000s music and film. He reflects on the impact of You Got Served and how it elevated dance culture, the making of “Never Lie” with Immature (IMx), and the process of building B2K alongside Omarion and Chris Stokes. The conversation also explores artist development, radio’s role in breaking records, Michael Jackson’s influence, and how the music industry has evolved from the 90s and 2000s to today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Tracie Spencer 18.03.2026 1sa 26dk

  Tracie Spencer joins Shawn Stockman to share the story behind “Tender Kisses,” winning Star Search at 12, and stepping into the music industry as a kid navigating pressure, fame, and a life that changed almost overnight. From her early days in Waterloo, Iowa to signing with Capitol Records, Tracie reflects on the family foundation that shaped her, the realities of growing up in the spotlight, and the moments that made her realize everything was changing in real time. It’s an honest, grounded conversation about early success, industry pressure, and staying true to yourself while building a lasting career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Bryan-Michael Cox 11.03.2026 1sa 3dk

  Bryan-Michael Cox joins Shawn Stockman for a conversation about making R&B classics for Mary J. Blige, Usher, Mariah Carey, and Jagged Edge. From the real-life conversation that led to Usher’s “U Got It Bad” to the hit that helped save Jagged Edge’s career, this episode is packed with legendary music stories. In this episode of On That Note, Shawn sits down with 10-time Grammy-winning producer Bryan-Michael Cox to break down the records, relationships, and real moments behind some of R&B’s biggest hits. Bryan shares how Jermaine Dupri and Usher talked their way into “U Got It Bad,” why Jagged Edge’s “Gotta Be” became the record that helped keep the group alive, and how frustration with the music business helped shape Mary J. Blige’s “Be Without You.” They also get into Mariah Carey, Robert Glasper, church as a training ground for real musicians, the rise and return of R&B, and why the best songs still come from truth, craft, and conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Shanice 04.03.2026 1sa 28dk

  Shanice joins Shawn Stockman to tell the real story behind her global hit “I Love Your Smile,” what it was like singing background vocals with Michael Jackson, and the difficult moment when she lost her record deal while five months pregnant—an honest look at how the music industry treated women at the time. She also shares incredible behind-the-scenes moments from her career, including appearing in a commercial with Ella Fitzgerald at nine years old, winning Star Search, and navigating major industry decisions that shaped her catalog. The conversation expands into stories involving Justin Timberlake, Babyface, and Barbra Streisand, along with reflections on the golden era of ’90s R&B and the unpredictable journey of building a lasting career in music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Paula Abdul | Part 2 25.02.2026 45dk

  The demo for “Straight Up” was literally pulled out of the trash — and it changed Paula Abdul’s life. In this episode, she takes us inside the creation of Forever Your Girl, her early days at Virgin Records, and the era that connected her to Prince and Janet Jackson’s Control movement. Paula Abdul breaks down how “Straight Up” nearly disappeared before becoming a breakout hit, the creative risks she took while building her debut album Forever Your Girl, and what it was like being one of the first artists signed during the launch of Virgin Records America. She reflects on navigating label politics, cutting creative deals in the Prince ecosystem, witnessing Janet Jackson’s Control era up close, and working alongside rising producers like L.A. Reid and Babyface. This is the behind-the-scenes story of how a discarded demo became a defining moment in late-’80s pop music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Paula Abdul | Part 1 18.02.2026 59dk

  Paula Abdul’s journey from rejection to leading the Laker Girls and choreographing The Jacksons is one of the great underdog stories in pop culture history. In this Part 1 episode, Paula walks through her earliest timeline chronologically — being born premature with lung complications and hip dysplasia, growing up idolizing Gene Kelly and Bob Fosse, and fighting against the idea that she wasn’t built to dance. She explains how relentless preparation, resilience, and rejection shaped her work ethic, leading to her breakthrough moment with the Laker Girls during the Showtime Lakers era, performing in front of Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and catching the attention of executives that opened the door to her first professional job choreographing The Jacksons and contributing to their Victory Tour. This is the origin story of the dancer and choreographer who built the foundation of her legendary career long before global fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• L.A. Reid | LaFace Records 11.02.2026 1sa 23dk

  L.A. Reid tells the origin story of how meeting Babyface led to the creation of LaFace Records — and why that partnership changed music forever. He connects the label’s impact to the artists and eras that followed, from Usher to OutKast to the broader R&B legacy. In this conversation, L.A. Reid walks through what it took to build LaFace from the ground up, what made that Babyface collaboration work, and how real artist development created a run that still shapes how people think about timeless records today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Sheila E. | Part 2 04.02.2026 1sa 1dk

  Sheila E reveals the unforgettable moments that shaped her rise — being called out by Marvin Gaye mid-song, secretly recording percussion for Michael Jackson, and the night Prince pushed her into becoming a solo artist. These stories show the pressure, magic, and turning points behind one of music’s most iconic careers. Sheila E shares the untold stories behind working with three of the biggest legends in music history. From the moment Marvin Gaye froze an entire rehearsal after catching a single extra beat… to secretly creating percussion for Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” without being credited… to Prince pushing her out from behind the drums and into the spotlight. This is a rare inside look at the moments that shaped her career and changed her life forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Sheila E. | Part 1 28.01.2026 50dk

  Sheila E joins On That Note for Part One of a two-part conversation, tracing the early life and foundation that shaped her into a musical prodigy. Raised in a household where music was constant, Sheila breaks down how rhythm, discipline, and instinct were ingrained in her from a young age — long before fame ever entered the picture. She reflects on growing up surrounded by working musicians, learning by feel instead of theory, stepping on stage as a child, and the moments that made it clear music wasn’t just something she loved — it was who she was. This episode focuses on the making of Sheila E: the environment, mindset, and early experiences that set the stage for everything that came next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Reginald Hudlin | Boomerang 21.01.2026 1sa 15dk

  Reginald Hudlin breaks down the stories behind three culture-shifting lanes: writing Black Panther at Marvel, building Marshall with Chadwick Boseman, and the real origin of House Party. He shares what Eddie Murphy taught him about comedy (“go for the joke”), why passion is the difference between a smart move and a timeless hit, and how one night of inspiration turned into a classic. Hudlin walks through how his love of comics led to his Black Panther run—and why he believed a sci-fi scale story could change the ceiling for Black storytelling long before the billion-dollar moment arrived. He opens up about producing Marshall, why that specific Thurgood case was the right movie (and why the courtroom setup made it uniquely cinematic), and what Chadwick was like behind the scenes—down to the integrity that made people protect him and speak about him differently. On the film side, Hudlin revisits Boomerang and the mindset of directing comedy at the highest level, then closes with the House Party origin story: hearing Luther Vandross, seeing the movie in his head, and banging out pages on the spot—plus what it took to grind a student film into a real launchpad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices