StraightioLab

StraightioLab

StraightioLab is an intellectual podcast where smart comedians George Civeris and Sam Taggart unpack the rich, multi-colored tapestry of straight culture. In each episode, George and Sam are joined by a guest to hold a MIRROR to society and finally get to the BOTTOM of mysterious and perverse topics such as college fraternities, gender reveal parties, the military, themed restaurants, and the concept of "the holidays." Scared? Good.

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June 16, 2026 84 mins

It's Pride month which means it's once again time for us to do an episode of GaytioLab, the podcast where we unpack an element of gay culture. And joining us this year is the one and only Nori Reed to talk about the concept of flopping. Plus, are some people more saga-prone than others? Will the horror bubble ever burst? And can we read each other's minds? Find out in this incredible Pride episode!! 

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June 9, 2026 79 mins

Today we interrogate the one and only Rostam about his long and varied career as an acclaimed musician, producer, Haim collaborator, and bicoastal gay guy. Topics include: Nostalgia for 2008 Coachella culture, whether "hipster" is a slur, whether boundary-setting has gone too far, how we can all fight the Mike Pence within, and Rostam's amazing new album American Stories, which is out now!

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June 2, 2026 73 mins

It's time to predict everything that will be trending this summer! We predict the food of the summer, the treat of the summer, the word of the summer, the fake debate of the summer and so much more! Plus, we finally uncover the difference between Emily Blunt, Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Munn. 

SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart

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May 29, 2026 5 mins

We weigh in on the new season of Couples Therapy, finally get into a summer mood, and express a variety of provocative opinions!

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"Can Richard join?" "Is it okay if Jared comes?" Those are two examples of things gay people in relationships might say. Our dear friend Caleb Hearon returns to the lab to chat about what gay people can learn from straight people about how to separate their partners from their communities — and also church and state while we're at it! Plus: Should we get into football? Is God real? And George and Sam relive their BIGGEST figh...

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May 19, 2026 67 mins

Are bone-in wings gay or straight? What is it about urban planning that calls to gay guys? Who are our "Demi Lovatos?" And which family from Modern Family would adopt which Haim sister? These are just some of the questions answered on this sick and twisted call-in ep.  

SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart

WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-ur...

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Once a month, we're re-releasing a classic StraightioLab episode from the vault. Today we're celebrating Torrey Peters, who was just named a Pulitzer Prize finalist for her book Stag Dance!

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May 12, 2026 77 mins

Just when you thought you could rest easy, we have our dear friend Jake Cornell on the podcast for one of our most tense eps in recent history. We debate everything from the validity of the black square era, to bonding with politically opposite barbers, to what it even means to be in the 1%. Plus, are gay people being abducted by aliens? And if they are, would they even have the language to describe? Likely not! Do your own researc...

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May 5, 2026 70 mins

Is it gay or straight to bonk your head and then forget who you are? It's a phemomenon known as "Jason Bourne-ing," and today we're joined by "Who? Weekly" co-host and author Bobby Finger to get to the bottom of it! 

Bobby's third novel WE ARE GATHERED HERE TODAY is out June 16! 

SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart

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May 1, 2026 2 mins

Don't call me Gaga... call me Mary! Today we're breaking down the new A24 pop star ghost story/filmed play Mother Mary starring Ann Hathaway, Michaela Coel, FKA twigs, and of course Hunter Schafer as Hilda the assistant. We talk straight directors tackling the concept of pop stars, gorgeous red fabric, and whether something can be witchy without a literal friggin ouija board.

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Today we're going Patreon Mode on main with an all-new Straight Culture Gabfest, wherein we talk about three juicy things happening in pop culture. On the docket this week: Madonna's comeback single "I Feel So Free," season 3 of HBO's The Comeback, and two articles about the online clipping economy: "The Fanfare Around the Band Geese Was Actually a Psyop" by John Semley in WIRED and "Clipping on Social Media Makes Me Wonder What's ...

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Well let's just say that if you love to LAUGH, you've come to the right place, because this week our truly delightful guest Mitra Jouhari gives us a case of the GIGGLES! And yeah... it's TERMINAL. Join us for our last hours of life as we explore such sick and disgusting questions as: When will Women's History Month end? Should someone perform alt comedy at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show? Can a baby be anti-intellectual? And fin...

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April 21, 2026 68 mins

We're taking your calls once again and answering all of your inquiries. Like, are bears and balds over? Is a birthday party for a pet gay? What do you do if you like comedians but hate standup? And most importantly, which 2009 Pitchfork bands are gay and which are straight? 

SEE SAM'S HOUR IN NYC AND LA: linktree.com/samtaggart

WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civ...

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April 14, 2026 70 mins

One of our all-time faves Amy Zimmer is back in the lab this week to chat about her dramatic turn in the new (and Richard Brody approved!) film Blue Heron! Amy walks us through the surprising ways she made herself cry on camera, explains why she once turned down the juicy role of Joan of Arc, and tells us how a recent fender bender gave her a peek into the soul of America. Plus: Can well-behaved women EVER make history? It depends!

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April 7, 2026 79 mins

This week we have Jay Jurden back on the podcast to tackle one of the largest looming musicans in the straight male sphere: Drake. That's right we discuss why everything he does is for the boys, why some levels of masculinity can actually hinder your ability to post, and try to connect with the inner child of Aubrey to get things back on track. Plus, should evil people be allowed to work? They're going to anyway! So stream Drake an...

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April 3, 2026 5 mins

Sam contemplates going on Survivor, George complains about these damn lines everywhere, FKA twigs finally gets some respect, some people remain young forever, Lindy West is innocent, two new albums from up-and-coming acts make us say "okay!", and Robyn goes Kooky Mode. Which is GOOD.

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March 31, 2026 63 mins

Today we welcome fellow expert in the calling-things-gay-or-straight space Anania to the pod to talk all about this crazy world we call entertainment. We unpack her role in the upcoming Rocky Horror broadway revival, how to make the Oscars a little more juicey, and what the hell is going on when it comes to men's red carpet looks (and lack thereof, sweetie). Plus, should commenters be eradicated? We see no other option! Don't sound...

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March 24, 2026 74 mins

Our dear friend Jeremy O. Harris returns to chat about his new film Erupcja starring friend of the pod Charli XCX, what he said to Sam Altman at the Vanity Fair Oscar party, which books he read in Japanese prison, why Cate Blanchett is a bit of a trickster, and SO MUCH MORE! 

Erupcja is out April 17! 

UPCOMING SHOWS: linktree.com/straightiolab

WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.c...

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Once a month, we're re-releasing a classic StraightioLab episode from the vault. Learn the lore that built the legendary podcast the government cannot shut down. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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