Trevor currently hosts a weekly podcast titled What Now? with Trevor Noah. In this new podcast, listeners get a chance to hear Trevor like never before. Trevor is joined each episode by celebrities, thought leaders, athletes, and friends to chat about the contemporary topics on everyone’s minds. He brings the kinds of conversations that happen behind the scenes to light - full of radical candor, authentic back-and-forths, and honest reactions, with Trevor bringing to bear his classic, effortlessly playful and equally probing style. Get in touch with us! Send your voice recordings to [email protected] with suggestions for topics, guests, or what you would do If You Ruled the World and we may just use it on the show! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of What Now ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
Authenticity and continuous self-improvement define the career of hip-hop pioneer LL Cool J, who reflects on his journey from a curious youth in New York to a genre-defining artist. Success in the arts requires "rhino skin and a baby's heart," a balance of resilience and emotional vulnerability. LL Cool J emphasizes th...
Comedy acts as a powerful tool for neutralizing life’s terrors, utilizing "benign violation theory" to transform dark, complex subjects into shared moments of relief. While AI and simulation theory provoke existential questions, human agency remains the defining factor, as technology functions merely as an instrument w...
Colin Kaepernick reflects on his journey as a biracial man raised by white parents in Turlock, California, and the complexities of navigating identity within predominantly white spaces. He details the systemic pressures faced in the NFL, where his performance was often undermined by racialized perceptions of his intell...
The conversation navigates a wide range of topics, starting with the complex persona of Elon Musk, characterized as a blend of talent, vision, and "bamboozlement." The hosts debate the merits of cosmetic procedures like beard transplants and the philosophical implications of human physical limitations. The discussion s...
Trevor Noah and Khaya Dlanga explore the intersection of personal mortality, cultural traditions, and the absurdity of everyday life. The conversation traverses diverse topics, including the specific cultural etiquette of South African funerals, the evolution of taxi culture, and the peculiar phenomenon of shoes flying...
Human existence is inherently finite, with the average person living only 4,000 weeks. This reality renders the pursuit of total productivity and perfect time management a futile, anxiety-inducing endeavor. Instead of attempting to optimize every moment or clear an infinite to-do list, embracing human limitations allow...
Language functions as a cognitive framework that shapes how humans perceive reality, navigate space, and assign agency. Cognitive scientist Lera Boroditsky explains that linguistic structures—such as spatial orientation systems or the presence of specific number words—dictate how speakers organize their environment and...
Tracee Ellis Ross reflects on the intersection of fame, personal identity, and the pursuit of joy. Growing up in Europe and attending boarding school shaped her perspective as a "child of the world," fostering a sense of independence that persists in her career and business ventures. The conversation challenges societa...
Personal transformation and the challenges of maintaining self-discipline anchor this conversation, as Wil Sylvince recounts his journey from weighing 100 kilograms to adopting a healthier lifestyle. A pivotal "shock moment"—seeing his own back fat in a hotel mirror—triggered a shift in his mindset, leading him to prio...
Estee Adoram, the legendary booker of New York’s Comedy Cellar, shares her philosophy on curating comedy shows over a 44-year career. She emphasizes that successful comedy relies on a "good product" that prioritizes audience entertainment over political soapboxing. Adoram explains her ability to identify talent by reco...
Food serves as a powerful medium for identity, history, and social justice rather than mere consumption. Asma Khan, a world-renowned chef, shares her journey from a childhood in India marked by gender discrimination to building an all-female kitchen in London. She argues that commercial kitchens often perpetuate toxic,...
Spain secured the World Cup title through a masterclass in tactical control and defensive solidity, stifling Argentina with a cohesive, high-pressing style reminiscent of their 2010 championship run. While Argentina fell short, their defensive grit and emotional connection to Lionel Messi defined their tournament, mark...
Tina Friml, a comedian living with cerebral palsy, explores the complexities of navigating life and the entertainment industry while managing a disability. The conversation centers on how her unique perspective, shaped by growing up in a theatrical environment and later finding her voice in stand-up, allows her to chal...
The final week of the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings both excitement and the melancholy of a concluding tournament. The expansion of the World Cup, while initially controversial, has proven effective by providing smaller nations with unprecedented opportunities and creating compelling storylines. FIFA’s revised seeding sys...
"Enshittification" describes the systemic degradation of digital and physical products caused by corporate monopolies and policy environments that prioritize shareholder profit over user welfare. By exploiting legal loopholes like the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, corporations restrict repair, enforce parts pairing...
The current World Cup is defined by the tension between FIFA’s commercial ambitions in the United States and the integrity of on-field competition. Political influence, exemplified by the controversial red card for Florian Balogun, highlights how host nations exert pressure on judicial outcomes, mirroring broader geopo...
China’s complex geopolitical and economic landscape requires moving beyond Western ideological frameworks to understand the country’s ground-level realities. Expert Alice highlights the "Four Ds"—debt, domestic demand, demography, and the potential for destruction over Taiwan—as the primary structural challenges facing...
The World Cup knockout stages bring intense emotional stakes, where the thin margin between success and elimination defines the tournament's narrative. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo remain central to the discourse, with debates centering on their respective impacts, consistency in high-pressure moments, and the pe...
Authenticity in media and the personal evolution of public figures take center stage as Trevor Noah and guest Don Lemon reflect on their departures from corporate news. The conversation dissects the manufactured nature of modern media, where corporate interests and fear often stifle genuine reporting. Lemon recounts hi...
The World Cup functions as a global catalyst for cultural exchange, often overriding initial geopolitical scandals and skepticism with the unifying power of the game. While host nations may utilize the tournament for reputational cleanup, the event creates unique opportunities for fans and players to transcend one-dime...
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