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.
Episodes
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
WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeri...
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.
For two extra episodes/month, join us at patreon.com/str...
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 ...
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...
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...
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!
...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...
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.
For two extra episodes a month, join us at patreon.com/straightiolab
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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...
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...
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.
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Do we believe in the testament of Ann Lee? Did George get cosmetic surgery? Can actors reach Lizzo's Pass? What is happening on Threads? Shoud we move to Duluth? Will Zendaya survive the big reckoning? You asked... we answered.
UPCOMING SHOWS: linktree.com/straightiolab
WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/
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Hope you're ready for some network-ready family values cause this week we have Jesse Tyler Ferguson on the pod! We talk about Modern Family and how it's a tough halloween costume to pull off, we explore which unlikely restaurant we should take Michelle Obama to, and we consider the REAL danger of gay parenting which is of course aggressive aesthetic ideals. Listen to Jesse's podcast "Dinner's On Me" and keep on stanning Cam and Mit...
George reports back from his week in London, Sam is rubbing shoulders with huge celebs in Los Angeles, the New Yorker published an article, Peter Thiel said something at an event, we still have not seen Hamnet, Bobby Cannavale deserves a meaty film role, and America has Carolyn Bessette fever!
For two extra episodes a month, join us at patreon.com/straightiolab
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Ring the LEGEND alarm, because the number one diva in the music industry Perfume Genius joins us in the lab this week! We chat about which actor straight men feel comfortable having a crush on, the politics of turning a look at the Grammys, the reason everyone is always angry, why all television is Riverdale, and of course the eternal genius of Cat Power. Perfume Genius's GLORY EXTENDED is out this week on all major platforms! ...
Well folks it’s happened…after decades of reaching out, Chris Fleming is finally on the pod. And let’s just say no stone goes unturned. We explore that feeling when someone watches you while you watch a comedy, dive into the unlikely origins of Sam and Chris knowing each other, and everyone shares their beefs with Ari Aster. Plus, you won’t believe what response Chris’ body has to going into a car. &n...
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.
It's Icon Day at StraightioLab HQ as we welcome the one and only Peaches to the pod! Recorded the day after George's magical night at the Golden Globes, we chat about the gayest and straightest elements of awards shows, what it means to have a "German" sense of humor, whether we should be proud of our various body parts, the cultural history of merkins, and Peaches' incredible new album NO LUBE, SO RUDE!
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Today we bridge the gap between the straight and gay podcaster communities by welcoming How Long Gone's Jason Stewart back on the pod. We go through his extensive list of topics and dive into the sick and twisted world of betting on things on Polymarket. Plus, we learn what's actually being said in barber shops, uncover a new beef with Seth Rogen, and discuss what's the meaning behind someone wearing jogger pants.
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Today we welcome comedy legend Todd Glass to the show to go full earnest mode. Sam drops reveals the truth about his past email correspondence with Todd, George can’t stop bringing up his dad, and we all talk about our coming out journeys in vivid detail. Deal with it!
Go see Todd’s Joe’s Pub shows in NYC: https://publictheater.org/performances-jp/2026/t/todd-glass-the-event-of-a-lifetime/
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