Baby, This is Keke Palmer

Y’all, comedy has gone through some wild transformations over the years—not just in what tickles our funny bones, but in how humor reflects the times. What once had us rolling on the floor might now feel pretty cringe or even feel straight up offensive. Who better to unpack all this with than one of “The Original Kings of Comedy”— Cedric the Entertainer? He’s giving us the scoop on everything from his daughter dating Toni Braxton’s son (yes, you heard that right!) to why Steve Harvey might not want to do a “The Original Kings of Comedy” reunion. Grab a seat (or roll around on the floor), because this episode is serving laughs, wisdom, and all the tea.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Baby, This is Keke Palmer on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/baby-this-is-keke-palmer/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You might know her from one of her many viral social media moments, “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” or her iconic feature on Beyonce’s “Cozy.” Today’s guest is loud, proud, and unapologetically herself. Ts Madison is here to spill all the tea on the commercialization of trans culture, and tell us how she became comfortable in her own skin. She also opens up about letting go of guilt and learning how to reconnect with real emotions after working in the sex industry. You’re not gonna want to miss a second of this real talk—it’s raw, it’s powerful, and it might just leave you seeing yourself a little differently too.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Baby, This is Keke Palmer on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/baby-this-is-keke-palmer/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Too often, we attribute mental health challenges solely to personal trauma or chemical imbalances—but what about the oppressive systems within the society we live? And how do we keep our mental health in check while fighting against these systems? Today Shahem Mclaurin addresses these complex questions, and shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Baltimore to finding his true calling as a social worker and therapist. Then he gives us some hot takes on narcissism, social media addiction, and eating disorders.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From politics to sports to business, competition is undeniably a strong, driving force in our culture. But what role does competition play in creative success? Jordin Sparks joins us to talk about all the different eras of competition in her life—from growing up in a sports family to winning “American Idol” to hosting the new competition reality series “Roller Jam.” Through her stories of healing from physical trauma and publicly scrutinized relationships, she teaches us how self-compassion give us the ultimate competitive edge.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.