Stevie Wonder
Mentioned in 34 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A legendary soul and R&B musician widely recognized as a major influence on multiple generations of artists across songwriting, production, and musicianship. Podcasts reference him frequently as a cultural touchstone for his contributions to music history, his work as a performer at major memorial services, and his accomplished multi-instrumental abilities. His life and career are also discussed in contexts ranging from accessibility and disability representation to his broader impact on contemporary R&B artists and producers.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Artist Friendly with Joel Madden · Apr 15, 2026
Ziggy Marley
“Mentioned as key song artist that connects Joel to his father spiritually through music”
BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE · Apr 15, 2026
EVAN ROSS (on Ashlee Simpson, Diana Ross, Reality TV, Michael Jackson & Masked Singer)
“Musical influence from Evan Ross's childhood; attended his mother's parties and shaped his artistic taste”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 10, 2026
What To Do When Life Won't Let Up | Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren
“Featured in We Are the World documentary helping Bob Dylan with his vocal part”
No Such Thing As A Fish · Apr 2, 2026
No Such Thing As Elizabeth I's Burnt Umber
“Reportedly has chromesthesia; sees colors when writing songs”
Pod Meets World · Apr 1, 2026
Drew Lachey
“98 Degrees recorded a duet with Stevie Wonder, cited as major career milestone”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 27, 2026
Graham Parker + Wyclef Jean (Carolla Classics)
“Performed at Wyclef Jean's Carnegie Hall concert alongside Eric Clapton”
How to Be a Better Human · Mar 16, 2026
How to find your purpose (w/ Yara Shahidi)
“Musician referenced for his mastery of the talk box; exemplifies the creative artistry that inspires Yara's musical hobbies”
Music Saved Me Podcast · Mar 4, 2026
From Cancer Survivor to Inspiring Music Artist: Danielia Cotton on Emotional Healing and the Power of Authenticity-Encore Episode
“R&B artist referenced as part of Cotton's diverse musical exposure growing up”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 3, 2026
Episode 462 | hAte-TM
“Musician who appeared at Marathon Burger opening in Long Beach to support Nipsey Hussle's family business”
DISGRACELAND · Feb 27, 2026
Bob Marley: Rasta Vigilante
“Musician who wrote a song about Bob Marley and performed at benefit concert with The Wailers”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Feb 25, 2026
D’Angelo—“Untitled (How Does It Feel)”
“Musical 'Yoda' and frequent performer at major memorial services for Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Aretha Franklin”
Music Saved Me Podcast · Feb 18, 2026
Jon Lampley : How Music Became My Path to Healing and Resilience-Music Saved Me with Lynn Hoffman
“Artist that Lampley has performed and collaborated with during his career”
Judging Meghan · Feb 17, 2026
Sitting With the Hard Stuff: Trauma, Healing, and Finding Peace with Author and Activist Oneika Mays
“Musician whose work Oneika Mays cited as a source of joy and emotional regulation during difficult times”
The Glenn Beck Program · Feb 14, 2026
Ep 278 | The Next Adele, Ella Fitzgerald & Billie Eilish?! | Emma Nissen | The Glenn Beck Podcast
“Musician cited as influence on Emma Nissen's appreciation for storytelling in music”
R&B Money · Feb 5, 2026
Philip Lawrence
“Musical legend and influence on Lawrence's approach to musicianship and composition”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 29, 2026
#2445 - Bert Kreischer
“Subject of conspiracy theory claiming he can actually see; discussed with Dr. Dre and Kevin Hart anecdote”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Jan 17, 2026
Episode 895 | "A Spirited Conversation"
“Musician discussed in context of blindness and visual perception; used as cultural reference”
Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep · Jan 15, 2026
The Solarium (Encore)
“Musician whose songs are referenced in the story as part of the narrator's winter wellness routine”
R&B Money · Jan 14, 2026
Tony Dixon
“Musical blueprint and influence; Dixon studied his songwriting and production techniques”
R&B Money · Dec 31, 2025
Jill Scott
“Referenced as gold standard for musicianship in hypothetical super R&B artist construction”
NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes · Dec 29, 2025
Health Mistakes to Avoid in 2026 (Sleep, Sugar, Phones & More) | NXT Chapter With T.D. Jakes
“Referenced as influential person from Saginaw, Michigan area where Dr. Ames spent formative years”
Shawn Stockman's On That Note · Dec 24, 2025
Tony Rich
“Motown artist whose music influenced Tony Rich's early creative development in Detroit”
So True with Caleb Hearon · Dec 18, 2025
Zooey Deschanel Loves to Snack
“Songwriter of Tell Me Something Good, which Deschanel performed at karaoke during filming.”
R&B Money · Dec 17, 2025
Vincent Herbert
“Artist cited as top influence for Vincent's production philosophy and musical vision”
Shawn Stockman's On That Note · Dec 17, 2025
Lisa Lisa | 80s Music Icon On Pioneering Latin Freestyle, Surviving Cancer & Her Era-Defining Hits
“Motown artist who was Lisa's mother's musical inspiration and shaped Lisa's early musical foundation”
Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family · Dec 11, 2025
Harmonica vs Glockenspiel
“Soul musician highlighted as accomplished harmonica player in the episode's musical examples”
ill-advised by Bill Nighy · Dec 11, 2025
Groovemelikeout
“Legendary artist featured on playlist with song 'I Love Every Little Thing About You'”
Song Exploder · Nov 12, 2025
Clipse - The Birds Don't Sing
“Contributed keyboard performance and closing spoken-word message to the track”
Building AI Boston · Nov 6, 2025
AI-Powered Accessibility with Raquel Ronzone, Perkins School for the Blind
“Musician with retinopathy of prematurity; referenced for comparison of different functional vision outcomes”
SmartLess · Sep 22, 2025
"Lionel Richie"
“Participated in 'We Are the World'; suggested adding Swahili phrasing to song”
Bad Friends · Sep 8, 2025
Bobby Hates Richie
“Original artist of 'Past Time Paradise,' which was sampled for Coolio's 'Gangsta's Paradise'”
R&B Money · Mar 26, 2025
Dewain Whitmore Jr.
“Listed as top 5 R&B singer influence on Dewain's musical development”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 29, 2024
Listen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt
“Musical guest on SNL during Julia's tenure; demonstrated humor about his blindness and creative genius in sketch pitching sessions”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 4, 2024
Julia Gets Wise with Patti LaBelle
“Julia's favorite artist from high school/college; played 'Talking Book' on record player”