Episodes 419
Avg. Duration 1h 21m
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Apple Rating 4.6 (9,776)
Since Dec 2017
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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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.

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Oscar Nominations & Mel Brooks with Dylan O'Brien & Rheeqrheeq Chainey

Jan 28, 2026 1h 24m

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,…

The Pitt & Traitors with Bill Skarsgård & Brandon Kyle Goodman

Jan 21, 2026 1h 38m

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…

The Golden Globes with Eva Victor, Justin Sylvester, & Guy Branum

Jan 14, 2026 1h 46m

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…

Marty Supreme & Heated Rivalry with Ethan Hawke & Vinny Thomas

Jan 07, 2026 1h 24m

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…

Lovett or Leave It Presents: Bravo, America! (with Dorinda Medley)

Dec 24, 2025 1h 2m

On 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 media, glam squads, and…

Remembering Rob Reiner & Gay Guy Music Videos with Walton Goggins & Dylan Adler

Dec 17, 2025 1h 25m

This 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 the ultimate gay guy…

Golden Globe Noms & Best Albums of 2025 with Diane Kruger and Courtney Revolution

Dec 10, 2025 1h 15m

This 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 albums of 2025, and the…

Hamnet & Heated Rivalry with Guy Branum and Rheeqrheeq Chainey

Dec 03, 2025 1h 11m

This 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 break down Chloé Zhao's…

Pluribus & Celebs We're Thankful For w/ Thomasin McKenzie, Guy Branum, & Rheeqrheeq Chainey

Nov 19, 2025 1h 22m

This 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 McKenzie also sits…

Frankenstein, Lux, & Grammy Nominations with Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher

Nov 12, 2025 1h 15m

This 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, Rosalia's new album Lux,…

Bugonia & HBO's I Love LA with Kyle Buchanan

Nov 05, 2025 1h 7m

This 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 to an end, the viral…

Lily Allen & Deliver Me From Nowhere with Justine Lupe & Kimberly Clark

Oct 29, 2025 1h 17m

This 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 men," and Jennifer…

After the Hunt & Mr. Scorsese with Michelle Wolf and Rheeqrheeq Chainey

Oct 22, 2025 1h 15m

This week, Louis Virtel is joined by TV writer Rheeqrheeq Chainey to discuss Luca Guadagnino's After the Hunt, Apple TV's Mr. Scorsese docuseries, Netflix's gay military drama Boots, Kim Kardashian's…

Diane Keaton & The Kiss of the Spider Woman with Kyle MacLachlan & Jon Lovett

Oct 15, 2025 1h 31m

This week, Louis is joined by Pod Save America host Jon Lovett to discuss the greats of reality TV, Diane Keaton's inimitable career, Jennifer Lopez's new movie The Kiss of the Spider Woman, Bad…

Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" and More with Brendan Scannell and Jesse Williams

Oct 08, 2025 1h 18m

This week, Louis is joined by comedian Brendan Scannell to discuss Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl, as well as The Rock's A24 debut in The Smashing Machine. Jesse Williams also joins…

One Battle After Another & Mariah Carey with Gillian Anderson & Jay Jurden

Oct 01, 2025 1h 26m

This week, Louis Virtel is joined by comic Jay Jurden to discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, new albums from Mariah Carey and Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj's Twitter rampage, Nicole…

Jimmy Kimmel & Best Award Speeches with Guy Branum

Sep 24, 2025 1h

This week, Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss Jimmy Kimmel Live being yanked off the air, the new Lilith Fair documentary, and the best speeches in entertainment history.Subscribe to…

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

Sep 17, 2025 1h 23m

This week, Louis is joined by Ghosts writer Akilah Green to discuss the 77th Emmys, Charlie Sheen's documentary, The Roses, Nicolandria, Robert Redford, and their favorite warring couples in film.…

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

Sep 10, 2025 1h 25m

This week, Louis is joined by Smith Sisters Live co-host Mariah Smith to discuss the VMAs, Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Man’s Best Friend, Lady Gaga’s new music, Justin Bieber’s Swag II, the…

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

Aug 27, 2025 1h 31m

This week Louis Virtel and guest co-host Ben Mandelker dive into Taylor Swift’s engagement, the Love Island USA reunion, Alien: Earth, legendary albums, Snoop Dogg’s reaction to Lightyear, and…

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