About this podcast
The mics are on, the takes are heating up, and awards season isn't going to comment on itself. Join Louis Virtel (Jimmy Kimmel Live!) and Nina Parker (Friday Night Vibes, E! News) every week as they descend into the gorgeous wreckage of pop culture, unpacking the biggest stories in TV, film, and entertainment news. But they don't stop at celebrity NEWS, they also bring you celebrity GUESTS! We're talkin' Cate Blanchett, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, Dylan O’Brien, Danielle Deadwyler, Ivy Wolk, Andrew Garfield, and many more. Expect unabashed gay reads, brows both high and low, and a lot of Rihanna appreciation from today’s most esteemed culture vultures. Hello, The Academy? Consider yourself warned! New episodes drop every Wednesday.
Episodes
The newest 50 of 457 episodes
- Shankman, Not Stirred w. Adam Shankman · 1 h 6 min · Episode 446Louis and Nina ride the blue wave and talk about the new hotties in Congress. Then, they discuss their personal frontrunners in the James Bond casting rat race. Plus, director…
- The Gilded Stage w. Brandon Kyle Goodman · 1 h 12 min · Episode 445Louis and Nina break down Martha Stewart’s insensitive Halloween costume and her Notes app apology. Then, they continue down the monied path to discuss the new season of “The…
- 99 Problems but a Costume Ain't One w. Rufus Sewell · 1 h 18 min · Episode 444Louis and Nina react to spooky pop culture news like Drake’s garish 40th birthday party and Jay Z picking himself to perform at the Super Bowl. Then, the two debate which of this…
- I Would Do a Theranos w. Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix · 1 h 12 min · Episode 443Louis and Nina review Mike Flanagan’s “Carrie” series. Then, they discuss the insanity behind Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s pseudo-documentary “You Can See Everything.”…
- Live From New York, It's Misogyny! w. Martha Plimpton · 1 h 18 min · Episode 442Louis and Nina take a closer look at Shane Gillis’s controversial "Saturday Night Live" monologue. Then, the two review Netflix’s “East of Eden” adaptation and the original 1955…
- Digger a Little Deeper · 1 h 7 min · Episode 441Louis and Nina uplift Tinashe while discussing her new album “Popstar.” Then, the two review Tom Cruise’s wild press run and even wilder performance in the movie “Digger.” Plus…
- Make It Wayne w. Mariah Smith & Jessica Lange · 1 h 26 min · Episode 440Nina and guest host Mariah Smith (“Smith Sisters”) chat about the VMAs, Madonna and Taylor Swift’s award sweeps and whether MTV can revive the ceremony. Then, the pair review…
- Detroitside Whimsy w. Diarra Kilpatrick · 1 h 11 min · Episode 439Louis and Nina discuss the celebrity Traitors cast announcement and make their picks for who will succeed in the turret. Then, actress-writer-comedian Diarra Kilpatrick stops by…
- Behind Emmy Lines w. Justin Sylvester · 1 h 17 min · Episode 438Louis and guest host Justin Sylvester (Yestergays) dig into all things the Emmy Awards. From Matthew Rhys' history making double win, Jean Smart beating Lisa Kudrow, Stephen…
- Holmes and Horror Nights · 1 h 16 min · Episode 437Louis and Nina react to the “You Can See Everything” documentary trailer and discuss whether Elizabeth Holmes deserves a Nathan Fielder cringe comedy send-up. Then, the two chat…
- We Will Always Love You, Dolly Parton · 1 h 1 min · Episode 436Louis and Nina have a chat about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s move back across the pond. Then, Louis and Nina eulogize country music’s biggest star, Dolly Parton. Plus, the…
- No One’s Above the Law Roach w. Bresha Webb · 1 h 25 min · Episode 435Louis and Nina discuss the tragic passing of Hayden Panettiere. Then, the two analyze Law Roach on “Project Runway” and “Ziwe” to determine how much shade is too much shade…
- We’ll Always Have Perez w. Joel Kim Booster · 1 h 30 min · Episode 434Louis and Nina react to the Chris Hansen-ification of Robert Pattinson for A24’s “Primetime.” Then, the two jump straight into the internet celeb discourse surrounding former…
- Petal for Your Thoughts · 1 h 11 min · Episode 433Louis and Nina delve into the horny, freaky “Wicker” movie trailer. Then, the two review Ariana Grande’s new album “petal” and discuss the surrounding controversy. Plus, Academy…
- Now We’re Making Rock Music(als) · 1 h 16 min · Episode 432Louis and Nina break down Netflix's latest true crime documentary A Toxic Love Story, review Charli XCX's latest album, and debate whether or not we need "Purple Rain" on…
- One Odyssey To Rule Them All · 1 h 24 min · Episode 431Louis and Nina deep dive into Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” play a “What Would You Do” game about seat snatching in a packed theater, and discuss their favorite movies from…
- Divas Down · 1 h 13 min · Episode 430Louis Virtel and Nina Parker chat about Emmy nominations, Sam Neill's passing and Jay-Z’s sold out Yankee Stadium residency. Then, the two dish about divas in a Hudson Williams…
- She Said ‘I Do!’ · 1 h 27 min · Episode 429Louis Virtel welcomes Emmy nominated television host Nina Parker as the new co-host of Keep It! Nina and Louis dive right into Taylor Swift’s wedding at Madison Square Garden and…
- You’ve Got a Friend in Dorothy with Murray Bartlett and Alonso Duralde · 1 h 10 min · Episode 428Louis Virtel is joined by film critic Alonso Duralde to chat queer cinema and Duralde’s book Hollywood Pride: A Celebration OF LGBTQ+ Representation and Perseverance in Film…
- Full Disclosure Day with Matt Rogers and Kyle Buchanan · 1 h 17 min · Episode 427Louis Virtel is joined by culture reporter Kyle Buchanan to discuss pop it-girl Olivia Rodrigo's new album before diving into Steven Spielberg's new movie Disclosure Day and…
- P!nk Tony Club with Wendi McLendon-Covey, Chris Schleicher and Rheeqrheeq Chainey · 1 h 22 min · Episode 426Louis Virtel is joined by TV writers Chris Schleicher and Rheeqrheeq Chainey to gab about the Kylie Minogue Netflix documentary, Madonna’s new short film, and other projects…
- Backrooms With A View with Samara Weaving and Bryan Safi · 1 h 10 min · Episode 425Louis Virtel is joined by Bryan Safi to celebrate what would have been Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday and reflect on her lasting impact on culture. Then they dive into the…
- The Colbert Necessities with Mandy Moore and Guy Branum · 1 h 26 min · Episode 424Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss the Canadian magic of Martin Short and his new documentary Marty, Life is Short. Then, Louis and Guy chat about The Late Show with…
- Jane Fonda’s Favorite Husband with Taylour Paige, Chris Schleicher and Gus Hickey · 1 h 27 min · Episode 423Louis is joined by writers Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher to discuss the latest edition of Eurovision and the finale of The Comeback. Then they dive into the legacy of Ted…
- Why Is No One Ready? with Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kyle Buchanan · 1 h 22 min · Episode 422Louis Virtel is joined by Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kyle Buchanan to break down the biggest moments from Monday night’s Met Gala, dive into The Devil Wears Prada 2, unpack the 2026…
- The Famesick Monster with Tony Goldwyn and Rheeqrheeq Chainey · 1 h 26 min · Episode 421Louis Virtel is joined by Rheeqrheeq Chainey to celebrate Lemonade’s 10th anniversary and seeing Madonna live at The Abbey. Then they break down Lena Dunham’s new memoir…
- Mother Mary and Madonna Emerges with Ellen Burstyn and Kyle Buchanan · 1 h 16 min · Episode 420Louis Virtel is joined by New York Times pop culture reporter, Kyle Buchanan, to recap the highlights of Coachella weekend 2 particularly performances by Slayyyter, Madonna's…
- Coachella & Euphoria Season Premiere with Paul Walter Hauser and Ivy Wolk · 1 h 23 min · Episode 419Louis Virtel is joined by comedian/actress Ivy Wolk to react to Coachella's first weekend with notable performances by Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber. They also discuss the…
- The Drama & Brandy's New Memoir "Phases" with Nina Parker · 1 h 20 min · Episode 418Louis Virtel is joined by Nina Parker to discuss the surprising return of Kanye West and the even more surprising amount of concert posts from people they thought knew better…
- New Music from Robyn and Raye & What We're Watching with Nina Parker · 1 h 18 min · Episode 417Louis Virtel is joined by Nina Parker to discuss new albums by Raye and Robyn. They also share their thoughts on Nick Cannon's comments on Trump and the Democratic Party followed…
- Project Hail Mary & The Comeback with Lisa Ann Walter & Guy Branum · 1 h 20 min · Episode 416Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss the optimistic space epic “Project Hail Mary” as well as the comeback of HBO’s “The Comeback” starring and co-created by Lisa…
- The 98th Academy Awards with Guy Branum & Nina Parker · 1 h 27 min · Episode 416Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum and Nina Parker to discuss all things Oscars as they recap the 98th Academy Awards hosted by Conan O'Brien. They unpack why the Oscars can't…
- Harry Styles' New Album and FX's "Love Story" with Nina Parker and Alessandro Nivola · 1 h 10 min · Episode 415This week pop culture commentator, Nina Parker, joins Louis Virtel to discuss the new Harry Styles album, "Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally." They also share their thoughts…
- Survivor 50, Bruno Mars and Hillary Duff with Nina Parker and Stellan Skarsgård · 1 h 3 min · Episode 414This week, Louis Virtel is joined by pop culture commentator Nina Parker to discuss the premiere of Survivor season 50 along with new music from Bruno Mars and Hillary Duff. Nina…
- A24's Pillion and Black Actress Appreciation with Dewayne Perkins · 1 h 0 min · Episode 413This week, Louis Virtel is joined by comedian/actor Dewayne Perkins to discuss Alexander Skarsgård's new film Pillion and to recognize the definitive list of their all time…
- Wuthering Heights & Netflix's ANTM Doc with Nina Parker · 1 h 1 min · Episode 412This week, Louis Virtel is joined by pop culture commentator Nina Parker to discuss the new Wuthering Heights film as well as the deaths of Robert Duvall, James Van Der Beek and…
- Bad Bunny Super Bowl & BHM Films with Symone & Monét X Change · 1 h 31 min · Episode 411This week, Louis is joined by Drag Race icon Symone to discuss Bad Bunny's halftime show and Black-led films that should live on forever. Then, Monét X Change joins to discuss…
- The Grammys & Catherine O'Hara with Paula Pell & Nina Parker · 1 h 41 minThis week, Louis Virtel is joined by pop culture reporter Nina Parker to discuss the Grammys, Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean, Nicki Minaj, Don Lemon, and Catherine O'Hara. Louis is also…
- Oscar Nominations & Mel Brooks with Dylan O'Brien & Rheeqrheeq Chainey · 1 h 24 minThis week, Louis Virtel is joined by TV writer Rheeqrheeq Chainey to discuss the Brooklyn Beckham family drama, Oscar nominations, the new Mel Brooks documentary The 99 Year-Old…
- The Pitt & Traitors with Bill Skarsgård & Brandon Kyle Goodman · 1 h 38 minThis week, Louis is joined by TV writer and podcaster Brandon Kyle Goodman to discuss the latest episodes of The Traitors, The Pitt, and their favorite sexually liberating movies…
- The Golden Globes with Eva Victor, Justin Sylvester, & Guy Branum · 1 h 46 minThis week, Louis is joined by E! News correspondent Justin Sylvester and comedian Guy Branum to discuss the 83rd Golden Globes. They get into Nikki Glaser's monologue, Teyana…
- Marty Supreme & Heated Rivalry with Ethan Hawke & Vinny Thomas · 1 h 24 minThis week, Louis is joined by actor and comedian Vinny Thomas to discuss RuPaul's Drag Race season 18, Marty Supreme, the season finale of Marty Supreme, their favorite gay TV…
- Lovett or Leave It Presents: Bravo, America! (with Dorinda Medley) · 1 h 2 minOn this episode of Bravo, America! - a new series from Lovett or Leave It - Dorinda Medley recounts her days during the wild west of Bravo, before housewives considered social…
- Remembering Rob Reiner & Gay Guy Music Videos with Walton Goggins & Dylan Adler · 1 h 25 minThis week, Louis is joined by stand-up comedian and comedy writer Dylan Adler to discuss Rob Reiner's Legacy, the new Rian Johnson film Wake Up Dead Man, and their top picks for…
- Golden Globe Noms & Best Albums of 2025 with Diane Kruger and Courtney Revolution · 1 h 15 minThis week, Louis is joined by former The Circle contestant and pop culture commentator Courtney Revolution to discuss the Golden Globe nominations, Spotify Wrapped, their top…
- Hamnet & Heated Rivalry with Guy Branum and Rheeqrheeq Chainey · 1 h 11 minThis week, Guy Branum and Rheerheeq Chainey join Louis to celebrate not watching another season of Stranger Things and recount their all-time favorite Winona Ryder roles. They…
- Pluribus & Celebs We're Thankful For w/ Thomasin McKenzie, Guy Branum, & Rheeqrheeq Chainey · 1 h 22 minThis week, Guy Branum and Rheerheeq Chainey are back to talk about Wicked fever, Vince Gilligan's new Apple TV+ series Pluribus, and the celebrities we're thankful for. Thomasin…
- Frankenstein, Lux, & Grammy Nominations with Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher · 1 h 15 minThis week, Louis Virtel is joined by comedy writers Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher to discuss Ryan Murphy's new Kim Kardashian-led series All's Fair, the Grammy nominations…
- Bugonia & HBO's I Love LA with Kyle Buchanan · 1 h 7 minThis week, Louis Virtel is joined by New York Times awards columnist Kyle Buchanan to discuss Bugonia, Rachel Sennott's new series I Love LA, Hollywood streaks that need to come…
- Lily Allen & Deliver Me From Nowhere with Justine Lupe & Kimberly Clark · 1 h 17 minThis week, Louis Virtel is joined by comedian Kimberly Clark to discuss Lily Allen's new album, West End Girl, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, the TikTokkers "decentering…
