Questlove Supreme Podcast Wins Double Honours At 2025 Webby Awards
Legendary musician's show claims Best Music Podcast and People's Choice categories at ceremony.
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The Questlove Supreme podcast has scored a triumphant double win at the 2025 Webby Awards, taking home both the Best Music Podcast award and the coveted Webby People’s Choice Winner in the Music Podcasts category.
The announcement came via the podcast’s official Instagram account, where the team shared their gratitude to listeners for making the achievement possible. “Thank YOU ALL for helping QLS take home the Best Music Podcast (2025) AND Webby People’s Choice Winner (Music Podcasts) at this year’s #webbys,” read the celebratory post.
Podcast Powerhouse
Questlove Supreme, named after its host and The Roots’ bandleader Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, has established itself as a major force in music podcasting. The Instagram post highlighted the podcast’s impressive production schedule, noting that it delivers “over 50 episodes a season” – a testament to the team’s dedication and the show’s popularity among music enthusiasts.
The post also acknowledged key team members behind the podcast’s success, including Laiya St. Clair (@laiyasworld), Phonte Coleman (@phontigallo), Steve Mandel (@sugasteve), and Ben Sherman (@bsherman2222), alongside “our namesake, our figurehead, and our bandleader — @questlove.” The iHeartPodcast network (@iheartpodcast) also received recognition for their support.
The image shared with the announcement shows the Webby Awards trophy, symbolizing the podcast’s achievement in the digital content space, where the Webbys are considered among the most prestigious recognitions.
Multi-Talented Musician
Questlove’s influence extends far beyond podcasting. The drummer, DJ, producer, and musical director has been a cultural force for decades, primarily known as the co-founder and drummer of the legendary hip-hop band The Roots, who currently serve as the house band for “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”
According to his Wikipedia profile, Ahmir Khalib Thompson was born on January 20, 1971, in Philadelphia. Beyond his work with The Roots, he has produced recordings for artists including Elvis Costello, Common, D’Angelo, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Jay-Z, and John Legend. His musical knowledge and vast record collection have made him a sought-after DJ and music historian.
In recent years, Questlove has expanded his creative portfolio significantly. His directorial debut, “Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised),” a documentary about the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, won the 2022 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. The film, currently streaming on Hulu as noted in a recent Instagram post, showcases his skill in bringing important cultural moments to light.
Documentary Success
Questlove’s documentary work continues with his latest project, “Ladies and Gentlemen: 50 Years of SNL Music,” which traces the musical guests and moments that have defined Saturday Night Live. The film was recently screened at NeueHouse Hollywood, where Questlove participated in a Q&A session with members after the showing. The documentary is scheduled to air on NBC on January 27, 2025, at 8 pm EST, with streaming available on Peacock afterward.
His Instagram reveals his deep passion for this project, stating: “Most people know my Soul Train obsession. Most dunno my @nbcsnl obsession. From 1975-1981 Soul Train would come on at ONE In the morning AFTER SNL… So doing this project was a NO BRAINER because I know this show like the back of my hand. So every second of this doc is a love letter of sorts.”
The documentary features an impressive lineup of music and comedy stars, including Justin Timberlake, Mick Jagger, Elvis Costello, Dua Lipa, Eddie Murphy, Olivia Rodrigo, Dave Grohl, Billie Eilish, and many others.
Cultural Influence
Questlove’s cultural impact is also evident through his support of other artists and causes. Recently, he shared his support for Amanda Ngọc Nguyễn’s book reaching the New York Times bestseller list, and he continues to pay tribute to musical legends like Prince Rogers Nelson.
Music festivals remain another avenue for his influence, with the 2025 Roots Picnic lineup recently announced on his social media. The annual Philadelphia festival, founded by The Roots, has become a significant cultural event showcasing diverse musical talent.
With the latest Webby Awards adding to his impressive collection of accolades, Questlove Supreme continues to cement its place as an essential platform for music discussion, interviews, and cultural commentary. The podcast’s success reflects Questlove’s remarkable ability to translate his encyclopedic knowledge of music and culture into engaging content that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Fans won’t have to wait long for more content, as the Instagram post concluded with the announcement that a “new NEW new NEW episode” would be dropping the following day, ensuring that the award-winning podcast continues its influential run.
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