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Wherever pop culture and politics collide, Emmy-nominated TV writer Louis Virtel examines the gorgeous wreckage from his uniquely queer perspective with a rotating cast of special guest co-hosts. Each week, our “Prince of Pop Culture” is joined by the likes of Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett, Andrew Garfield, Connie Britton, and Sheryl Lee Ralph to unpack the latest controversies, laude character actress appreciation, and all the shade that’s fit to throw.

#402

The Emmys, Charlie Sheen, & The Roses with Jaboukie Young-White & Akilah Green

This week, Louis is joined by Ghosts writer Akilah Green to discuss the 77th Emmys, Charli... more

17 Sep 2025

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:10

17 Sep 2025

#401

The VMAs, Man's Best Friend, and Celebrity Families with Nicholas Stoller & Mariah Smith

This week, Louis is joined by Smith Sisters Live co-host Mariah Smith to discuss the VMAs,... more

10 Sep 2025

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:51

10 Sep 2025

#400

Alien: Earth & Love Island USA with Matt Smith and Ben Mandelker

This week Louis Virtel and guest co-host Ben Mandelker dive into Taylor Swift’s engagement... more

27 Aug 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:48

27 Aug 2025

#399

Highest 2 Lowest, And Just Like That, & Clue with Charlie Day & Taylor Hale

This week, Louis and Big Brother 24 winner Taylor Hale discuss And Just Like That, The Ama... more

20 Aug 2025

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:40

20 Aug 2025

#398

South Park, Queer Travel and Weapons with Margaret Cho

This week, comedy legend Margaret Cho joins Louis to discuss Weapons, South Park, The Ulti... more

13 Aug 2025

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:57

13 Aug 2025

#397

The Naked Gun & Funniest Women with Jenny Slate & Caroline Goldfarb

This week, Sex Lives of College Girls writer and tinned fish mogul Caroline Goldfarb joins... more

06 Aug 2025

1 HR 30 MINS

1:30:00

06 Aug 2025

#396

The End of an Ira

Ira and Louis answer listener questions and revisit your favorite moments, interviews, and... more

30 Jul 2025

1 HR 28 MINS

1:28:36

30 Jul 2025

#395

Colbert & Leo Season Movies with Billy Porter

Ira and Louis discuss Nicki Minaj versus SZA, CBS canceling The Late Show with Stephen Col... more

23 Jul 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:58

23 Jul 2025

#394

Superman, Emmy Nominations, & Justin Bieber with Ari Aster

Ira and Louis discuss Superman, Too Much, Emmy noms, new albums from Justin Bieber and Kes... more

16 Jul 2025

1 HR 26 MINS

1:26:33

16 Jul 2025

#393

Jurassic World Rebirth & The Best 100 Movies of the 21st Century with Ty Burrell and Kyle Buchanan

Louis Virtel and guest co-host Kyle Buchanan discuss Jurassic World Rebirth, Scarlett Joha... more

09 Jul 2025

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:24

09 Jul 2025

#392

Best R&B Artists & Brokeback Mountain with Allison Williams and Charleton Lamb

On this week’s Keep It, Ira says hello from Fire Island, then Louis and guest co-host Char... more

25 Jun 2025

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:26

25 Jun 2025

#391

The Beach Boys & Materialists with Danielle Deadwyler

Ira and Louis discuss Celine Song’s new romantic film Materialists, the best protest films... more

18 Jun 2025

1 HR 36 MINS

1:36:49

18 Jun 2025

#390

The Tonys, BET Awards and New Pop Releases with Benito Skinner

Ira and Louis discuss the Tony Awards, BET Awards, J Lo at World Pride, Gen Z trend pieces... more

11 Jun 2025

1 HR 36 MINS

1:36:24

11 Jun 2025

#389

Mission: Impossible & Miley Cyrus with Owen Thiele

Ira and Louis discuss the final Mission: Impossible, And Just Like That’s new season, Patt... more

04 Jun 2025

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:23

04 Jun 2025

#388

Overcompensating & Cannes with Jake Shane

Ira and Louis discuss the Cannes Film Festival, Eurovision's winner, Overcompensating, Mor... more

21 May 2025

1 HR 43 MINS

1:43:14

21 May 2025

#387

Pope Leo XIV & Drag Race with Rosie O'Donnell & Adam Rippon

Ira, Louis, and guest co-host Adam Rippon discuss Pope Leo XIV and their favorite Catholic... more

14 May 2025

1 HR 51 MINS

1:51:11

14 May 2025

#386

The Met Gala & Tony Nominations with Darren Criss & Juan A. Ramírez

Ira, Louis, and guest co-host Juan A. Ramírez discuss the 2025 Met Gala, Tony nominations ... more

07 May 2025

1 HR 56 MINS

1:56:11

07 May 2025

#385

Lorde's Return and YouTube's 20th Anniversary with Jillian Bell

Ira and Louis discuss Lorde’s return to music, their favorite YouTube videos in honor of t... more

30 Apr 2025

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:47

30 Apr 2025

#384

The Pope, Sinners & Time 100 with Tina Knowles

Ira and Louis discuss Pope Francis’ death, Sinners’ turnout at the box office, the Time 10... more

23 Apr 2025

1 HR 34 MINS

1:34:05

23 Apr 2025

#383

Coachella & Sports Movie Draft with Ellen Pompeo & Katie Nolan

Ira and Louis discuss Coachella and Lady Gaga’s massive performance, Katy Perry’s space ra... more

16 Apr 2025

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:37

16 Apr 2025

#382

The White Lotus & John Mulaney with Marsai Martin

Ira and Louis discuss The White Lotus finale, John Mulaney and talk shows, Val Kilmer, RHO... more

09 Apr 2025

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:05