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  • Paula Abdul | Part 2

    Paula Abdul | Part 2
    Feb 25 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 Min.
  • Paula Abdul | Part 1

    Paula Abdul | Part 1
    Feb 18 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std.
  • L.A. Reid | LaFace Records

    L.A. Reid | LaFace Records
    Feb 11 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 23 Min.
  • Sheila E. | Part 2

    Sheila E. | Part 2
    Feb 4 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 1 Min.
  • Sheila E. | Part 1

    Sheila E. | Part 1
    Jan 28 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 Min.
  • Reginald Hudlin | Boomerang

    Reginald Hudlin | Boomerang
    Jan 21 2026
    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 16 Min.
  • Mike Colter | Luke Cage

    Mike Colter | Luke Cage
    Jan 14 2026
    Mike Colter joins Shawn Stockman for a powerful conversation on Million Dollar Baby, working with Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman, and the real journey behind becoming Marvel’s Luke Cage. From early career grind to major film sets, Mike breaks down how the right roles change your life — and how discipline, confidence, and timing can make or break your shot in Hollywood. He also talks the pressure of being an action star, what he learned watching legends operate, and why Luke Cage still has unfinished business. #MikeColter #LukeCage #MillionDollarBaby #ClintEastwood #MorganFreeman #Marvel #OnThatNote #ShawnStockman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 1 Min.
  • El Perdón – Nicky Jam & Shawn Stockman (Acoustic) | Shawn Sings in Spanish

    El Perdón – Nicky Jam & Shawn Stockman (Acoustic) | Shawn Sings in Spanish
    Jan 12 2026
    Nicky Jam joins Shawn Stockman for a stripped-down acoustic performance of El Perdón, the global hit originally featuring Enrique Iglesias. In this special Sean’s Song moment, the record is reimagined live — with Shawn stepping into Spanish vocals for the second verse and the two artists trading emotion, harmony, and restraint. No production tricks, no spectacle — just voice, guitar, and one of the most recognizable Latin records of the last decade, performed with intention and respect. A rare crossover moment that highlights musical chemistry, cultural reach, and the power of an acoustic setting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 Min.