Free Daily Podcast Summary
The Prince Mixtape: Daily Summaries Delivered
by CNN Podcasts
On each episode of The Prince Mixtape, we’ll meet people who knew Prince, worked with him, or simply loved him from afar. Host Nichole Perkins will dig deep into key moments of his life, like when his sexually liberated lyrics gave birth to the Parental Advisory Sticker, when he fought to own his masters, and when he rocked that infamous, delicious booty cut-out pantsuit.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- Aug 16, 20261 min
Introducing: Civilian or Spy
When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abruptly leave his family and his job and head for the border with laptops and cash? Why is there still no official explanation of his death? And maybe most importantly: Was Ilya a spy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Jun 7, 202329 min
U R With Me
For our season finale, Nichole sits down with her good friends Mickey and Rashad to share how they continue to process their grief over Prince’s death and celebrate his unforgettable legacy. And we hear from several guests featured this season with their answers to the question “If you had five more minutes with Prince, what would you say or do?” To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 31, 202343 min
God, Prince, and Chocolate
What makes Prince fans so intensely passionate? Our superfan host Nichole sits down with some other superfans to unpack their collective and individual love of Prince, and how he contributed to their sexual awakenings. Also, Nichole and Prince expert Anil Dash reflect on the surprising ways Prince connected with fans. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 24, 202341 min
Beyond The Lace
How did Prince engage with the world? Prince was a quiet activist and some say a feminist. We talk to Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza about Prince’s activism. And professor Lynnée Denise helps us makes sense of Prince’s complicated relationship with women. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 17, 202338 min
Nothing But The Funk
What made Prince such a unique performer? Musician and Prince muse Patrice Rushen, professor Kat Okedeyi, and writer Anil Dash explore how funk infused Prince’s performance style, including his Super Bowl Halftime Show and one of his last concerts ever. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 10, 202337 min
Love Symbol No. 2
What inspired Prince to scrawl the word “slave” on his face and change his name to an unpronounceable symbol? Prince’s first manager, Owen Husney, scholar Lynnée Denise, and writer Anil Dash unpack Prince’s battle with his label to own his masters. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 3, 20231h 2m
Barbarella Meets The Godfather
How did Prince become synonymous with ruffled shirts and peekaboo lace? The women behind his most iconic looks lift the veil on what it was like to dress and design for a style superstar. We’ll meet Marie France, Prince’s costume designer during the Purple Rain and Under the Cherry Moon eras, and Stacia Lang, Prince’s costume designer responsible for his infamous booty cutout pantsuit. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 26, 202339 min
She’s Doing What with a Magazine?!
How did Prince’s music end up being debated in the halls of Congress? Susan Rogers, the recording engineer on Prince’s Purple Rain album, shares what it was like making songs like “Darling Nikki” in Prince’s basement home studio. And scholar Lynnée Denise shares a personal story of how “Darling Nikki” impacted her life. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get The Prince Mixtape summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
Prince Remembered
Minnesota Public Radio
Pop Pantheon
Two pop music fans dissect and rank major artists through deep dives and heated debates.
HipHop Talks Podcast
Three hosts discuss hip-hop’s history, culture, and regional styles through analysis and debate.
Joe and Jada
Fat Joe and Jadakiss discuss music, sports, and pop culture with candid takes and stories from their hip-hop careers.
Take It Personal Radio
A hip-hop podcast focused on golden era and boom-bap music, blending nostalgia, witty commentary, and deep reverence for the culture.
The Questlove Show
Intimate one-on-one conversations with music, film, and culture figures exploring their creative journeys and personal quirks.
Louder Than A Riot
Examines how misogynoir and systemic oppression marginalize Black women and queer artists within hip-hop culture.
Conversations with Unc, Hosted by Lil Duval
Casual, heartfelt talks with comedian Lil Duval and celebrity guests about life, advice, and finding joy.
A Right Royal Podcast
Weekly discussions on royal news, history, and interviews with experts and public figures connected to the monarchy.
You'll Hear It: Full Album Deep Dives with Jazz Musicians
Jazz pianists analyze legendary albums track by track, revealing musical intricacies through theory, live demonstration, and performance.
JayQuan Presents:The Foundation
JayQuan
Still 400: The Mannie & Juvie Show
Two New Orleans hip-hop legends share stories, music, and unfiltered takes on culture with humor and Southern flair.
About The Prince Mixtape
On each episode of The Prince Mixtape, we’ll meet people who knew Prince, worked with him, or simply loved him from afar. Host Nichole Perkins will dig deep into key moments of his life, like when his sexually liberated lyrics gave birth to the Parental Advisory Sticker, when he fought to own his masters, and when he rocked that infamous, delicious booty cut-out pantsuit.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from The Prince Mixtape in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's The Prince Mixtape daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of The Prince Mixtape as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the The Prince Mixtape podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official The Prince Mixtape product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by CNN Podcasts.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts, any in the catalog. Basic raises that to 15, Pro to 40 and Max to 100. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does The Prince Mixtape release new episodes?
The Prince Mixtape publishes weekly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does The Prince Mixtape cover?
The Prince Mixtape covers topics including Music. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting The Prince Mixtape summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.