Legendary radio DJ and television VJ Donnie "Green Eyes" Simpson spoke about getting into radio at 15, breaking some of the biggest artists and songs of his time and the key to success: being true to yourself.

Legendary radio DJ and television VJ Donnie "Green Eyes" Simpson spoke about getting into radio at 15, breaking some of the biggest artists and songs of his time and the key to success: being true to yourself.

The Questlove Show builds on the award-winning Questlove Supreme podcast, bringing listeners into intimate, one-on-one conversations with peers, influences, and friends. Hosted by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, each episode uncovers the unexpected — from morning rituals and hidden talents to the art and experiences that shaped a guest’s journey. Sometimes playful, sometimes profound, always curious, QLS offers rare insight into leaders in music, film, television, comedy, literature, mental health, and beyond. It’s a fresh, unpredictable spin from a trusted source — a place where randomness is encouraged, tangents are welcomed, and conversations are anything but ordinary.

The Questlove Show builds on the award-winning Questlove Supreme podcast, bringing listeners into intimate, one-on-one conversations with peers, influences, and friends. Hosted by Ahmir &ldquo;Questlove&rdquo; Thompson, each episode uncovers the unexpected &mdash; from morning rituals and hidden talents to the art and experiences that shaped a guest&rsquo;s journey. Sometimes playful, sometimes profound, always curious, QLS offers rare insight into leaders in music, film, television, comedy, literature, mental health, and beyond. It&rsquo;s a fresh, unpredictable spin from a trusted source &mdash; a place where randomness is encouraged, tangents are welcomed, and conversations are anything but ordinary.

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Legendary radio DJ and television VJ Donnie "Green Eyes" Simpson talks about getting into radio at 15 and the key to success

Black Music Month QLS Classic: Donnie Simpson

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After interviewing Flea in the studio, Questlove asked the Red Hot Chili Peppers co-founder about the 1980s Los Angeles Punk scene. In response for this mini episode taped moments after, Questlove reflects on the Philly Hip-Hop ecosystem of the 1990s—the power of a KRS-One lyric and the raw talent of his fellow Philly peers and Roots collaborators.

After interviewing Flea in the studio, Questlove asked the Red Hot Chili Peppers co-founder about the 1980s Los Angeles Punk scene. In response for this mini episode taped moments after, Questlove reflects on the Philly Hip-Hop ecosystem of the 1990s&mdash;the power of a KRS-One lyric and the raw talent of his fellow Philly peers and Roots collaborators.

QLS Mini: Questlove Flips the Script on 3 Questions He Asked Flea

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Flea joins Questlove in-studio to discuss his debut trumpet album Honora, the long road back to his first musical love, and the rituals that ground his creativity and daily life. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee unpacks the evolution of his artistry—from a Jazz-obsessed kid in upstate New York to a genre-curious fixture in the L.A. scene to a cornerstone of the Red Hot Chili Peppers—and how prayer, reading, stretching, and strict boundaries with technology shape his days.

Flea also opens up about assembling the Honora band with Josh Johnson and Jeff Parker, his collaborations with Thom Yorke, his relationship with his wife Mel, and why intention and personal integrity matter more to him than chops or genre. This episode of the Questlove Show flows with deep musical nerdery and raw honesty about what it really takes to keep growing as an artist and a human being.

Flea&nbsp;joins Questlove in-studio to discuss his debut trumpet album&nbsp;Honora, the long road back to his first musical love, and the rituals that ground his creativity and daily life. The Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame inductee unpacks the evolution of his artistry&mdash;from a Jazz-obsessed kid in upstate New York to a genre-curious fixture in the L.A. scene to a cornerstone of the Red Hot Chili Peppers&mdash;and how prayer, reading, stretching, and strict boundaries with technology shape his days.
Flea also opens up about assembling the Honora band with Josh Johnson and Jeff Parker, his collaborations with Thom Yorke, his relationship with his wife Mel, and why intention and personal integrity matter more to him than chops or genre. This episode of the Questlove Show flows with deep musical nerdery and raw honesty about what it really takes to keep growing as an artist and a human being.

Flea

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This week, Raheem DeVaughn kicks off the Say Yes Tour alongside a reunited Floetry and Teedra Moses. His full Questlove Show episode is coming soon, but we’re sharing an exclusive segment as a mini-episode, where he talks about the tour and tells a great story involving Aretha Franklin.

Raheem DeVaughn’s new release, The Quiet Storm Lover: Tome Un, is out now. Stay tuned for the full-length conversation, arriving in May.

This week, Raheem DeVaughn kicks off the Say Yes Tour alongside a reunited Floetry and Teedra Moses. His full Questlove Show episode is coming soon, but we&rsquo;re sharing an exclusive segment as a mini-episode, where he talks about the tour and tells a great story involving Aretha Franklin.
Raheem DeVaughn&rsquo;s new release, The Quiet Storm Lover: Tome Un, is out now. Stay tuned for the full-length conversation, arriving in May.

Raheem DeVaughn Shares A Great Aretha Franklin Story

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Black Music Month QLS Classic: Donnie Simpson

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