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Wherever pop culture and politics collide, Ira Madison III and Louis Virtel are on hand to examine the gorgeous wreckage from their uniquely queer perspective. Each week, our “Princes of Pop Culture” are joined by the likes of Michelle Yeoh, Hunter Doohan, John Boyega, Connie Britton, Gabrielle Union, and Sheryl Lee Ralph to unpack the latest controversies, laude character actress appreciation, and all the shade that’s fit to throw. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

  • 1 hour 34 minutes
    The 98th Academy Awards with Guy Branum & Nina Parker
    Louis 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 seem to find anyone but a straight man to host as well as the political and symbolic importance of Sinners. They also analyze each of the major categories in addition to the most memorable moments from this year's broadcast including Barbara Streisand's tribute to Robert Redford which of course became very Barbara-focused.  
    18 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 19 minutes
    Harry Styles' New Album and FX's "Love Story" with Nina Parker and Alessandro Nivola

    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." 

    11 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Survivor 50, Bruno Mars and Hillary Duff with Nina Parker and Stellan Skarsgård

    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.

    4 March 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    A24's Pillion and Black Actress Appreciation with Dewayne Perkins

    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. 

    25 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Wuthering Heights & Netflix's ANTM Doc with Nina Parker

    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. 

    18 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 31 minutes
    Bad Bunny Super Bowl & BHM Films with Symone & Monét X Change

    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.

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    11 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 41 minutes
    The Grammys & Catherine O'Hara with Paula Pell & Nina Parker

    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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    4 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 24 minutes
    Oscar Nominations & Mel Brooks with Dylan O'Brien & Rheeqrheeq Chainey

    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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    28 January 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 38 minutes
    The Pitt & Traitors with Bill Skarsgård & Brandon Kyle Goodman

    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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    21 January 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 46 minutes
    The Golden Globes with Eva Victor, Justin Sylvester, & Guy Branum

    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.

     

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    14 January 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 24 minutes
    Marty Supreme & Heated Rivalry with Ethan Hawke & Vinny Thomas

    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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    7 January 2026, 8:00 am
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