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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 29/08/2026

Happy Birthday to the always-and-forever King of Pop. -The MJCast #michaeljackson

The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 16/08/2026

#TheMJCast195: The Jackson Dolls Special 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2t1y... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/195-the-jack... Starr Hayes, founder of the legendary #JacksonDolls Fan Club, joins Shawn Shackelford for a chat about her amazing history w the Jackson family. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 26/06/2026

#TheMJCast194: Vincent Paterson Q&A 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2Ey0... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/194-vincent-... Iconic choreographer/director #VincentPaterson shares #MichaelJackson memories in a listener Q&A with Elise Capron and Q. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 25/06/2026

Iconic choreographer and director #VincentPaterson describes how THAT moment in the #BeatIt video could have been swapped out... But who is at fault? Our editor Charlie Carter is concerned! Coming soon on #TheMJCast194. -E #MichaelJackson

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 12/06/2026

#TheMJCast193: Vindication Day Special with J. Randy Taraborrelli 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/36zV... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/193-vindicat... For #VindicationDay, @jrandyt.bsky.social grants a rare, candid interview on his journey with #MichaelJackson. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 03/06/2026

#TheMJCast192: Michael Jackson’s Legacy and the Black Perspective 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/55fO... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/192-mj-legac... A Roundtable discussion of the #Michael biopic & MJ's legacy viewed through the Black cultural perspective. -E #MJbiopic

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 14/05/2026

Meanwhile, it's also a great time to do a little flashback to our original, deep-dive interview with Vincent, on #TheMJCast064! 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/0... -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 14/05/2026

MJFam! Have questions for iconic choreographer/director #VincentPaterson? Listener Q&A ep coming! Submit your questions DIRECTLY IN THIS THREAD, or email themjcast@icloud.com. Deadline: Midnight Los Angeles time on Tuesday, May 19. We will include as many entries as we can. -E & Q

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 10/05/2026

#TheMJCast191: Michael Filmmaker Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/40jw... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/191-michael-... Adam Green, Marcos Cabota, Jin Chohan, & Paul Black join host Charlie Thomson to unpack "Michael" from a filmmaker's perspective. -E #MJbiopic

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 01/05/2026

#TheMJCast190: Michael Biopic Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/4r78... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/190-michael-... The team discusses the highs and lows of the long-awaited biopic, 'Michael', which is taking the world by storm. -E #MichaelJackson #MJBiopic

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 01/03/2026

Rest In Peace, Bea Swedien. Wife of the iconic recording engineer Bruce Swedien, Bea witnessed and supported so many of music’s most important moments. She released her memoir this year: My Life as a Studio Wife. Our hearts go out to her family and friends. -The MJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 27/02/2026

#TheMJCast189: ‘You Had to Opt in for That’ 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/7hWk... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/189-you-had-... The team kick off Season 12 with Michael Jackson news — including recent passings, the Cascio case & major music leaks. -S

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 17/02/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson. A civil rights giant & decades-long friend of the Jackson family, who was a trusted personal advisor & confidant to Michael Jackson & the family throughout the 1980s & beyond. Rest in Power, Rev Jackson – The MJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 16/02/2026

#TheMJCast188: ‘Michael’ Trailer Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/6ltS... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/188-michael-... A deep-dive discussion of the full trailer for the #Michael biopic, digging into questions around audience, authenticity, legacy, and more. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 15/02/2026

We are so sad to hear that Dr. Toyia Jackson has passed away, after a battle with cancer. Wife to Siggy Jackson & mother of four, she was deeply loved by many. Our tremendous condolences to Siggy & the entire Jackson family. She is gone far too soon. Rest In Power, Toyia. -The MJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 29/01/2026

We are very sad to learn that singer-songwriter / producer Bryan Loren has passed away. Loren worked with a wide range of artists, including Michael Jackson. We’re grateful to have interviewed him on #TheMJCast079. Our condolences to Loren’s loved ones at this difficult time. -The MJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 24/12/2025

#TheMJCast187: Season 11 Christmas Special 🎄 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... ❄️ open.spotify.com/episode/5w4x... 🎁 www.themjcast.com/187-season-e... Taj Jackson joins the team for a year-end roundup chat, including the latest #MichaelJackson news. Happy holidays from The MJCast! -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 03/12/2025

#TheMJCast186: Destiny Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/4x5V... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/186-destiny-... Shawn Shackelford, Scorpeze, @samarthemjap.bsky.social, & Jay Leggett explore #TheJacksons #Destiny album in this deep-dive discussion. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 22/11/2025

#TheMJCast185: ‘Thank You and Keep Michaeling’ 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/6Moc... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/185-thank-yo... Co-Founder & co-host for 11 seasons @jamonbull.bsky.social bids farewell, & the team discusses updates in the world of #MichaelJackson. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 12/11/2025

#TheMJCast184: ‘Michael’ Teaser Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/5QrC... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/184-michael-... The team unpacks the highs & lows of the record-breaking teaser trailer for the ‘Michael’ biopic, from the MJ look, to historical inaccuracies. -E

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 29/09/2025

#TheMJCast183: Faking Michael Special 🐐 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🎤 open.spotify.com/episode/60Z7... 🚿 www.themjcast.com/183-faking-m... Damien Shields, his #FakingMichael (fakingmichael.com) podcast team, and Charles Thomson discuss exposing the 21st century’s most brazen art fraud. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 21/09/2025

#TheMJCast182: Akasha Richmond Special 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/5wZp... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/182-akasha-r... Akasha Richmond dishes on her years as #MichaelJackson ’s tour chef, sharing stories from the road, and how they sparked her culinary career. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 20/07/2025

#TheMJCast181: They Put Salt in the Burger 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/5DNY... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/181-they-put... We cover the latest Cascio grift, Paris Jackson’s #MichaelJackson estate audit, Charles Thomson’s Californian adventures + more. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 05/07/2025

#MichaelJackson was a proud American who never stopped striving to make his country a better place. This #July4th, we recognise the complexities of America’s current reality, but also look to a brighter future, one built on hope, justice, and unity. The MJCast. 🗽🇺🇸

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 01/07/2025

Celebrate #HIStory30 by listening to a rational, intelligent, and informed roundtable discussion on #MichaelJackson ’s most important album, and its complex themes. J. #TheMJCast119 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/5X22... 🔴 youtu.be/yjX-utlDK-M?...

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 26/06/2025

Wishing the happiest of bdays to the one and only Jamon Bull, who is the heart & soul of The MJCast. Jamon is an amazing human who works incredibly hard to keep this project happening, through thick & thin -- all for MJ's legacy. You deserve the very best day! ❤️🎂 - E & CT

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 26/06/2025

This day never gets any easier. The wound never fully heals. I guess all we can do is support each other and remember him. #MichaelJackson is the King of Pop forever. J.

A portrait of Michael Jackson created by one of his artistic collaborators, Nate Giorgio.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 13/06/2025

#TheMJCast180: Vindication Day Special with Josephine Zohny 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/66Oz... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/180-vindicat... @jzohny.bsky.social attended the same university as #MichaelJackson ’s first accuser. What she witnessed him say shocked her. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 07/06/2025

#TheMJCast179: I’m Already Sick of the Biopic 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2kev... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/179-im-alrea... Charles Thomson & @elisecapron.bsky.social discuss #MichaelJackson news, including biopic delays + Charles’ time at @kingvention.bsky.social. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 24/05/2025

We are devastated to report the passing of Director & Producer #JeffMargolis, who worked closely with & was a good friend to #MichaelJackson.‬ ‪We were honored to recently conduct a career-spanning interview with Jeff, of which he said he was very proud. A terrible loss.‬ ‪-The MJCast‬

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 18/05/2025

Happy Birthday @elisecapron.bsky.social! You’re the heart of The MJCast, our outreach wizard & dear friend. This year you rocked two incredible milestones: welcoming another child & repping a Pulitzer‑winning author (Edda Fields-Black’s #Combee). #MJFam is better for your passion, wisdom & heart. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 06/05/2025

#TheMJCast178: Jeff Margolis Special 💡 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🎥 open.spotify.com/episode/4obT... 🎬 www.themjcast.com/178-jeff-mar... Legendary Oscars director Jeff Margolis breaks down while recalling #MichaelJackson ’s Sammy Davis Jr tribute & shocking HBO One Night Only collapse. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 05/05/2025

Happy birthday to Katherine Jackson, matriarch of the First Family of Music, & to the one and only Jackie Jackson. You are both absolute legends. - The MJCast #katherinejackson #jackiejackson

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 26/04/2025

Wishing the happiest of birthdays to @charliewcarter.bsky.social! Carter, you’re an incredibly valued member of our team – a talented editor, deeply knowledgeable & passionate MJ fan, & a wonderful friend. Thank you for all you do. We hope you have a great bday weekend with your family! - The MJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 18/04/2025

Wishing the happiest of bdays to the one-and-only Charlie Thomson. A mind-bogglingly brilliant journalist, a passionate defender of Michael Jackson, and the most loyal of friends. We love you, and are so proud to know you. Here’s to a fantastic birthday! Now go binge some Frasier. - Jamon & Elise

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 13/04/2025

Upcoming ep preview. Emmy Award winning live TV event director #JeffMargolis worked with #MichaelJackson for decades, including on HBO’s ill-fated ‘One Night Only’ special. Want to discover things you never knew about working with the King of Pop? Subscribe for #TheMJCast178. J. linktr.ee/TheMJCast

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 05/04/2025

We've donated a percentage of our revenue to @doctorswithoutborders.org, to help the people of #Myanmar, whose lives are being deeply affected by the recent, devastating earthquake. The MJCast.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 25/03/2025

Thank you for all the support around #TheMJCast177: ‘Leaving Neverland 2 Roundtable’. It’s doing really well, and most importantly, getting the truth out there on the allegations against #MichaelJackson. If you haven’t heard it yet, find it through linktr.ee/TheMJCast. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 23/03/2025

#TheMJCast177: #LeavingNeverland2 Roundtable 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/27Dc... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/177-leaving-... LN2 recently aired. We assembled a panel including a crime reporter, lawyer, film editor + people featured in the show. Here’s their analysis. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 16/03/2025

#TheMJCast176: Brad Sundberg Q&A 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/0rzo... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/176-brad-sun... As Brad Sundberg prepares for his Aus/NZ tour (inthestudiowithmj.com), he joins us to answer listener-submitted questions on working with #MichaelJackson. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 15/03/2025

Are you all ready for a Q&A ep with #MichaelJackson collaborator Brad Sundberg? Paul Black has just finished editing this one, and we can’t wait for everyone to hear it! J. #TheMJCast176

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 09/03/2025

#TheMJCast175: Ten Years On and Goin’ Strong 🟣 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/5EDk... ⚪️ www.themjcast.com/175-ten-year... Season 11 is here! We discuss #LeavingNeverland2, why the #MichaelJackson biopic is in trouble, recently upscaled Off The Wall videos + more! J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 08/03/2025

Today we celebrate the amazing women in the #MichaelJackson fan community. Your passion, knowledge and dedication continue to inspire and shape new generations of #MJFam. From in-depth discussions to preserving his legacy, your contributions elevate the community. The MJCast. #InternationalWomensDay

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 03/03/2025

#MichaelJackson’s Technical Director Brad Sundberg is returning to The MJCast for a Q&A ep, and we’d love your help! Reply to this post with questions, or send to themjcast@icloud.com. We’ll sift through them and select some to ask him in the episode. Thank you. J.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 20/01/2025

On this historic day, now more than ever, we reflect upon #MartinLutherKingJr’s dream for the future, which was so aligned with #MichaelJackson's humanitarian vision for the world & all people. We honor these two heroes, and dare to dream of a peaceful, truthful & equal world. - The MJCast #MLKDay

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 16/01/2025

#RIPDavidLynch, who revolutionised filmmaking, bringing surrealism to the mainstream with masterpieces like Blue Velvet & Lost Highway. His work with #MichaelJackson in the Dangerous era showcased his artistry, merging haunting imagery with music. A pioneer of the strange and beautiful. The MJCast.

An image collage in tribute to David Lynch. The first picture is a portrait of the iconic filmmaker. The second one is a still shot of him collaborating with Michael Jackson during the early 90’s. The final one is a signed photograph of David in front of a film camera.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 11/01/2025

We’ve donated a percentage of our revenue to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (supportlafd.org) & California Fire Foundation (cafirefoundation.org), to help the victims of the #LAFires, whose lives are being deeply affected by the recent and devastating tragedy. We’re with you. The MJCast.

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 31/12/2024

Wishing a Happy New Year to our amazing podcast listeners. Here’s to a happy, prosperous year ahead filled with joy and success. Thank you for your support. 2025 is going to be incredible! Stay tuned for great eps coming your way. Let’s make this year, and Season 11, unforgettable! J. 🎧🪄

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The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast @themjcast.com · 30/12/2024

Today we honour President Jimmy Carter, Nobel Peace Prize winner (2002) and champion of peace. He shared a special bond with #MichaelJackson, who admired his humanitarian work. Carter praised Jackson’s philanthropy, united by their mission to help others. Thank you, Mr. President. J. #RIPJimmyCarter

A collage of images honouring Jimmy Carter and Michael Jackson, and in particular their humanitarian efforts.

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