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Jacked

Jacked

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23/04/2025

You Need to Learn to Say No (Even to an Inauguration) with Taraji P. Henson

Actress, businesswoman, and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson joins to talk about setting boundaries, why Michelle didn't attend the inauguration, post-White House therapy, and the glories of the Real Housewives franchise. Plus Craig gets a birthday surprise! Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h9min
01/01/2024

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson (The Color Purple, Empire, Hustle & Flow) is an actor, producer, and director. Taraji joins the Armchair Expert to discuss what it was like playing a character with a lot of trauma, why she feels it's important to travel, and how she felt about her mom dating. Taraji and Dax talk about how rejection can help someone find success, what having a child in college is like, and why lifting up others is important. Taraji explains why she doesn't like the term black movie, how her foundation is working to improve mental health, and how she wants to play a superhero on screen one day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2h10min
30/12/2022

Taraji P. Henson

This week on Angie Martinez IRL Podcast, her girl Taraji P. Henson joins her for a candid conversation that only two close friends could have. Taraji didn’t sign up for fame, she signed up to create art as she believes art has the power to change and affect lives. But what happens when she looks in the mirror and doesn’t feel like she can provide that lift anymore? When things she thought made her happy don't cut it anymore? She has to go on her own journey to find happiness. But Taraji isn't alone, Angie reveals her own moments of darkness and the awakening she experienced on a trip with Taraji. The two explain what it means to fight for your joy and digest the importance of friends who can save your life. Their convo also explores managing social media addictions in a healthy way, unshakable faith, and a debate over the importance and need of ego. In the words of Taraji, If you have a story to tell, tell it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49min
11/10/2021

Episode 1269 - Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson says all her f***s are behind her now. But after three decades in show business, Taraji admits she only feels freedom from her f***s because of her openness around mental health. Taraji and Marc talk about the importance of coping with mental illness, as well as Taraji's work to encourage mental health awareness in the Black community. They also talk about her landmark performances, from Baby Boy to Empire to Hidden Figures, and how she dealt with getting pushed out of roles after being told that “Black doesn't sell.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1h17min
EPISÓDIO 1

I Had A Vision

While working in a department store, a chance meeting inspires Timmy Gatling to form a new group called Guy. He seeks out an old friend, Teddy Riley, to be a part of it. Timmy’s determined to make it in the music industry, but first has to decide who else can help the group get there. If you love the music you're hearing in this series, listen to a song playlist here: http://wondery.fm/JackedPlaylistSpo Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

39min
27/12/2023

The Color Purple Ep 2: Taraji P. Henson

In the second episode of this three-part series, Oprah and Oscar-nominated and Emmy award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson sit down to discuss her role as the sultry Shug Avery in The Color Purple. Taraji shares how she revisited her gift of singing and how the role challenged her to face her fears. She reflects on the sisterhood formed amongst the cast, their deep appreciation to reimagine this iconic film, and the life-long bonds that were formed. She also explains one of her biggest takeaways from the film: forgiveness is always the place where healing lies. Buy your tickets on Fandango now! https://www.fandango.com/canvas/thecolorpurple

20min
15/12/2023

GOP Votes for Biden Impeachment Inquiry | Taraji P. Henson

Kal Penn reports on House Republicans pushing for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden and whole milk making its way back into school lunches. Plus, Troy Iwata weighs in on Boston Mayor, Michelle Wu's holiday party controversy. Sex work is the world's oldest profession, and it's not going away any time soon. So how do we de-stigmatize it? Kal Penn dives into how to protect sex workers and set protections in this edition of Long Story Short. And Academy award nominated actor Taraji P. Henson discusses her desire to be a part of the reimagining of "The Color Purple" because it was a Black story being told by Black people, the sisterhood between herself, Fantasia and Danielle Brooks on set, and her work with the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

32min
22/05/2020

Teaching in the Time of Coronavirus | Taraji P. Henson

Teachers adapt to daunting COVID-19 challenges, Michael Kosta talks to Florida's Grim Reaper protester, and Taraji P. Henson discusses the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

39min
20/12/2020

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson is synonymous with Cookie Lyon, the unforgettable matriarch she played on the hit series Empire which earned her a Golden Globe award. But she has also won praise her performances in films like Hustle & Flow, Hidden Figures and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. In this week’s “Sunday Sitdown,” Willie Geist gets together with Henson over Zoom to talk about a different kind of project – her new Facebook Watch series Peace of Mind with Taraji, where she hosts open, honest conversations about mental health. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

25min
TRAILER

Introducing Jacked: Rise of the New Jack Sound

Have you ever had a dream? Something you wanted so bad you just couldn’t let it go? For a group of kids in Harlem in the Eighties, their dreams would change pop music forever. Teddy Riley, Timmy Gatling, and Aaron Hall form a group called Guy that would fuse hip-hop and R&B and launch a new sound. By the early Nineties, the New Jack Sound dominated the pop music charts: Bell Biv Devoe, Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men, and many more. But the rise of the New Jack sound would come at a cost, and not everyone would make it to the top. Hosted by Taraji P Henson. From Wondery and Universal Music Group, Jacked is a story of friendship, gangsters, double-crosses, and big dreams. Hosted by Golden Globe winner Taraji P. Henson. All episodes are available now. You can binge the series exclusively, and ad-free, on Wondery+ or on Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription. Join Wondery+ here: https://wondery.app.link/jacked Experience the music with our playlist now: Apple: http://wondery.fm/JackedPlaylist_Apple See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2min
10/10/2023

Mental Health Stigmas in the Black Community

Trevor looks at the ways Black people are kept from therapy by racial inequalities in diagnosing mental illness, a lack of Black therapists and stigma from within the Black community. Trevor also sits with mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson, who talks about her charitable initiative providing free virtual therapy sessions for underserved communities, and musical artists Big Sean and Miguel offer insights into their own mental health struggles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26min
EPISÓDIO 2 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

The Devil’s Nectar

Gene Griffin seems to have the connections to get the group a record deal, but does he have everyone’s best interests in mind? If you love the music you're hearing in this series, listen to a song playlist here: http://wondery.fm/JackedPlaylistSpo Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

33min
EPISÓDIO 6 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

It Ain’t Over

Teddy goes missing and Gene tries to track him down. In his time of need, Teddy reaches out to an old friend for help. And when the King of Pop calls Teddy, he has to make an important decision. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

48min
EPISÓDIO 3 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

The Golden Child

At five years old, Teddy Riley was pulled up onstage at the famous Apollo theater. That magical night set him on a path: the quiet genius making music, while bigger guys clear a path for him. When Teddy gets behind a mixing board, he becomes one of the most sought-after producers in music. As Guy hits the charts, will Teddy’s talent eclipse the rest of the group? Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

37min
EPISÓDIO 4 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

Gene’s Prerogative

Guy’s at its peak as its debut album drops. Damion’s fighting for his place in the group, and Gene Griffin’s tightening control. And tensions run hot as the group goes on tour with some of the hottest R&B and hip-hop acts of the day. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

35min
BÔNUS

Where to Find Episodes 2-7

Binge all episodes of Jacked exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1min
EPISÓDIO 5 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

Superfest

When Guy is suddenly named co-headliners of the Superfest tour, a friendly rivalry with New Edition turns deadly. After this summer, the group will never be the same. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

38min
TRAILER

Introducing: Binge Sesh

In Season 1 of “Binge Sesh,” co-hosts Matt Brennan and Kareem Maddox pull back the curtain on HBO’s “Winning Time” series about the L.A. Lakers of the 1980s, one of the sports’ most unforgettable dynasties. Every week, we bring you stories from the locker room, the soundstage, and the L.A. Times archives as we explore how “Showtime” transformed the NBA— and American culture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10min
EPISÓDIO 7 • SOMENTE PARA ASSINANTES

Carla Hall Interviews New Jack Producer Kyle West

What about New Jack beyond Guy? Carla Hall, host of the Wondery show “Say Yes,” talks with music producer Kyle West about how a chance encounter led him to work with Teddy Riley. If you want to hear Carla Hall interview guests like Rachael Ray and Kristen Bell, listen to "Say Yes!" at wondery.fm/carlahall Support us by supporting our sponsors! Listen to Jacked on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/jacked-rise-of-the-new-jack-sound/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

48min
13/12/2023

Taraji P. Henson | Spilling The Immuni-Tea

The former president’s draft tweets and direct messages are among the data sought by special counsel Jack Smith, and some of the world’s worst people will be interviewed on Tucker Carlson’s new streaming network. “The Color Purple” star Taraji P. Henson says the film centers on themes of sisterhood, redemption and forgiveness. Check out the film when it opens in theaters on Christmas Day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24min

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