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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.
Episodes
Louis 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 Turner and share their favorite classic films listeners should add to their watchlists. Plus, actor Taylour Paige joins to talk about her new movie I Love Boosters.
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Louis 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 season 3 premiere of HBO's Euphoria and unpack the varying levels of stardom the likes of Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi have achieved after Euphoria's first season all the way back in 2019. Louis is also joined by Paul Walter Hauser to discu...
Louis 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. They unpack revelations from Brandy’s new memoir “Phases” as well as debate whether the drama in A24’s “The Drama” is all that dramatic after all.
Louis 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 by the latest episodes of The Pitt, The Comeback and America's Culinary Cup.
This 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 on the FX show "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette" before Louis is joined for an interview with Alessandro Nivola who plays Calvin Klein in "Love Story."
This 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 weighs in on the BAFTAs and the BBC's lackluster apology and Louis chats with Stellan Skarsgård about his Golden-Globe-winning and Oscar-nominated film Sentimental Value.
This 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 favorite Black actresses. Dewayne also talks about the joy of working with Seth Rogen and Catherine O'Hara on The Studio.
This 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 Rev. Jesse Jackson. They also unpack Netflix’s revelatory new documentary series about the 2000s reality TV classic, America’s Next Top Model, and the shocking behavior that went on in-front-of and behind the cameras.
This 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 her run on The Traitors and her upcoming stand-up tour. As a special treat, Monét stays for the Keep It segment and the trio discuss fake Super Bowl outrage, The Pitt, and the Diane Warren documentary.
This 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 joined by Paula Pell to discuss writing on SNL and her upcoming Peacock series, The Burbs.
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This 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 Man!, TikTok shop, and the never-ending Heated Rivalry press tour. Dylan O'Brien also joins Louis to discuss working with Rachel McAdams on his new film Send Help.
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This 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 and shows. Louis is also joined by Bill Skarsgård to discuss his new film Dead Man's Wire.
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This 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 Taylor, Rose Byrne, One Battle After Another, Hamnet, The Pitt, Sinners, and more. They also review the first three episodes of The Traitors season 4, then Louis sits down with Golden Globe-nominee Eva Victor to discuss their film Sorry, Baby.
This 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 shows, Avatar: Ash & Fire, and James Cameron's recent comments on award nominations. Louis is also joined by Ethan Hawke to discuss his Golden Globe-nominated performance in Blue Moon.
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