The Uppity Knitter Podcast with Siedah Garrett

In this Season One final episode, we revisit each of our celebrity guests’ unusual or shocking life experiences that caused them to have a “oh, no, he didn’t!” type of reaction. Listen in as RuPaul, Marlon Wayans, Spike Lee, Sheila E., D-Nice and others, share their hilarious or thought-provoking “Knitter, What?!” moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Mykelti Williamson, celebrated for his role as “Bubba” in the Academy Awarding-winning film Forrest Gump first began acting professionally at the age of 18. After graduating high school, Williamson ventured into professional acting, appearing on television series Starsky and Hutch (1975), Hill Street Blues (1981) and China Beach (1988), among others. Beyond his acting career, Williamson is passionate about restoring classic cars, including his prized 1953 Chevrolet 3100 pickup truck. His other favorite hobby is playing blues harmonica.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Renowned jazz trumpeter Terence Blanchard is a maestro with seven Grammy Awards and two Oscar nominations under his belt. Beyond his exceptional prowess as a brass player and bandleader, Blanchard is a versatile recording artist and a master orchestrator of film scores. Hailing from New Orleans, his work extends across various artistic domains, spanning film, television, opera, and stage, with a portfolio boasting over 50 remarkable scores. His collaboration with director Spike Lee has been an enduring musical partnership, scoring almost every Spike Lee film since 1991. Other notable film scores include the films Harriet, One Night in Miami, and The Woman King.This remarkable feat has earned Blanchard the distinction of being the second African-American composer to receive two Academy Award nominations, a status shared only by the illustrious Quincy Jones. In this episode, Blanchard delves into his lifelong passion for the sport of boxing, sharing his admiration for the sport, its integral role in his personal fitness journey, and it's impact on his onstage musical performances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dawnn Lewis is an accomplished actor, singer-songwriter and voice-over talent beloved for her role as Jaleesa on the classic sitcom “A Different World”, for which she composed the well-known theme song sung by Aretha Franklin. In this episode of The Uppity Knitter Podcast with Siedah Garrett, Brooklyn-native Dawnn Lewis shares her favorite hobbies, and recounts her captivating journey as a certified open water scuba diver, adding yet another dimension to her already impressive repertoire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RuPaul, an unparalleled figure in the world of drag, reigns as the most commercially successful of all time, boasting 12 prime-time Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a coveted star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame. In this episode of The Uppity Knitter Podcast, RuPaul joins host Siedah Garrett, to discuss his favorite hobbies, including his lifelong passion for rollerskating, showcasing his commitment by keeping a pair of skates in the trunk of his car, and by skating in the most unusual locations. When he’s not in front of the camera, this versatile artist enjoys cycling at dawn, reading, watching Judge Judy, and working on his 60,000 acre ranch in Wyoming. RuPaul's life is a tapestry of many talents and diverse interests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy Award-winning and 2X Oscar nominated singer-songwriter, Siedah Garrett, who also is a passionate knitter, interviews a variety of celebrities, and gives her listeners a peek into the private lives of their favorite stars, many of whom engage in unusual hobbies that their fans might never expect. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.