Keep It!
248 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 9K ratingsMovies! Music! Celebrities embarrassing themselves! KEEP IT has it all. Each week, Ira Madison III and Louis Virtel are joined by comedians, journalists, actors, musicians, activists, politicians and more to discuss the latest ways pop culture and entertainment are intersecting with politics and society. New episodes drop every Wednesday.
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“Cuomo Way Out”
August 11, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIra, Louis, and guest host Sydnee Washington discuss Cuomo’s resignation, Obama’s birthday party, unruly airline passengers, Saweetie and Guy Fieri’s food concoctions, Rihanna as a billionaire, and more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
“Honey, I Hired the Kids” (with Jennifer Coolidge)
August 04, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIra and Aida discuss Hollywood nepotism, Billie Eilish’s sophomore album, Saweetie’s McDonald’s meal, Matt Damon and homophobic slurs, and DaBaby’s lazy apology. Plus, Jennifer Coolidge joins to discuss The White Lotus, the writers and directors who championed her career, and more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
"She’s Not Having DaBaby" (with Sanaa Lathan)
July 28, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Lil Nas X’s “Industry Baby” video and the homophobic responses, DaBaby’s homophobic rant at Rolling Loud festival, Kanye’s missing DONDA album, racist attacks on Cori Bush, Bennifer going official, Issa Rae’s surprise wedding, and more. Plus, Sanaa Lathan joins to discuss paving her own way in Hollywood and her new Netflix series Hit & Run. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please...
“‘Tis the Damn Leo Season” (with Rebecca Carroll)
July 21, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Olivia Rodrigo’s White House visit, Leo season, bad Grindr etiquette, Space Jame 2, and their cultural blindspots: 9 TO 5 (Ira), The Simpsons (Louis), Death Becomes Her (Aida). Rebecca Carroll joins to discuss her book Surviving the White Gaze. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
“Crazy Rich Whites” (with Laci Mosley)
July 14, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the Gossip Girl reboot, White Lotus, Succession’s return, Emmy nominations, the “gay cold,” Juvenile’s vax ad, billionaires in space, and Sarah Michelle Gellar’s icon status. Plus, the Scam Goddess herself, Laci Mosley, joins to discuss scams (duh) and more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
"No, No, Nolympics (with David Harbour)"
July 07, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the Olympics' spree of disqualifying Black women, Bill Cosby's release from prison, Zola, Doja Cat's new album, Big Brother's 23rd season, and more. Plus, David Harbour joins to discuss Black Widow, Stranger Things, and married life with Lily Allen. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
“Free Britney or Die Hard” (with Nicco Annan)
June 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Britney’s court appearance over her conservatorship, Lil Nas X’s BET Awards performance, Courtney Love versus Olivia Rodrigo, Fast 9, and more. Plus, Nicco Annan joins to discuss P-Valley and his guest judging stint on Legendary. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
“Mark Twain Smile” (with Brandon Taylor)
June 23, 2021 07:35 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Cancer season, the Michael Costello and Chrissy Teigen drama, Sharon Stone’s tweets about Meryl Streep, Usher causing T-Pain’s depression, GET OUT knockoff KAREN, DaBaby’s defense of Tory Lanez, and more. Plus, Brandon Taylor joins to discuss his new book FILTHY ANIMALS and how to stop writing for white audiences. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked....
“Kardashians Keep Falling On My Head” (with Rostam)
June 16, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBIra, Louis, and guest host Grace Parra discuss the end of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, celebrity tequila brands, In the Heights’ colorism critiques, Sinead O’Connor’s night with Prince, and Chrissy Teigen’s apologies for her past internet behavior. Plus, Keep It’s first guest, Rostam, returns to discuss his new album Changephobia, pop music, and more.
“Easy NDA” (with JP Brammer)
June 09, 2021 07:04 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss celebrities asking sexual partners to sign NDAs, Bo Burnham’s new Netflix special, queer cultural recommendations for Pride, and more. Plus, JP Brammer joins to discuss his new book ¡Hola Papi!. Queer Recs Movies Beach Rats (included with Hulu) Rafiki (included with Hulu and Amazon Prime) Naz & Maalik (included with Hulu and Amazon Prime) Music Luther Vandross -- Never Too Much Young M.A. -- Herstory VINCINT -- There Will Be Tears (out Friday) Tod...
"Fifty Shades of Gay" (with TS Madison)
June 02, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBIra and Louis discuss whether cops or the kink community belong at Pride, Mare of Easttown, Cruella, the Friends reunion, Naomi Osaka withdrawing from the French Open, Ellie Kemper's past as Veiled Prophet Queen of Love and Beauty, and more. Plus, TS Madison joins to discuss how she turned internet fame into her own reality series, The TS Madison Experience. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email tran...
“Like Sands Through the Sour Glass” (with Julianna Margulies)
May 26, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 86 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album SOUR, Nikole Hannah-Jones tenure denial and the fight surrounding critical race theory, Gemini season, the return of Bennifer, and whatever the hell is going on with Taika Waititi, Rita Ora, and Tessa Thompson. Plus, Julianna Margulies joins to discuss her new memoir Sunshine Girl, as well as ER, The Good Wife, and more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episod...
“Some Like It Flamin’ Hot” (with Wanda Sykes)
May 19, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin controversy, Ellen canceling her show, Israel's social media manager, the Dear Evan Hansen trailer, and racist tweets against new iCarly star Laci Mosley. Plus, Wanda Sykes joins to discuss her new sitcom The Upshaws and being a stand-up comedian versus being an actress. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and inclu...
“Elon’s Journey Into Saturday Night” (with Buzzy Cohen)
May 12, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Elon Musk’s appearance on Saturday Night Live, the new social media app Clubhouse, the canceled 2022 Golden Globes, Demi Lovato hunting for aliens, Eddie Redmayne in Cabaret, The Big Shot with Bethenny, and more. Plus, Louis talks to Jeopardy! champ Buzzy Cohen about guest hosting the show’s Tournament of Champions. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooke...
"iCheugy" (with Jason Concepcion)
May 05, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss "cheugy," the new buzz word of the moment, Billie Eilish's British Vogue interview, Justin Bieber's dreadlocks, and more. Plus, Keep It listeners call in for dating advice (including Ira's roommate Royce), and Jason Concepcion joins to discuss his new Crooked Media podcast Takeline, sports and pop culture, and Ben Affleck on Raya. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email tra...
"Dude, Where's My Oscars?" (with Ed Helms)
April 28, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBIra, Louis, and guest co-host Rae Sanni discuss the 93rd Academy Awards, Caitlyn Jenner's dubious run for Governor of California, Elon Musk hosting SNL, Scott Rudin's reign of terror, and more. Plus, Ed Helms joins to talk about his new film Together Together and new television series, Rutherford Falls. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
“The Yog-hurt Locker” (with Bolu Babalola)
April 21, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida make Oscar predictions and discuss Demi Lovato’s feud with a Los Angeles yogurt shop, Colton Underwood’s coming out, and more. Plus, Bolu Babalola joins to discuss her new book Love in Color and what makes a good rom com. Vote for us for the Webby Awards! For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
"Where The Suburbs At" (with Ben Folds)
April 14, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss DMX's legacy and how we talk about celebrities who grapple with addiction, the loss of the Arclight Cinema in Los Angeles, Lena Dunham's clothing line, and Kerry Washington's corny tweets. Rae Sanni returns with comedian Jacquis Neal to discuss their new reality TV podcast The Cast and what makes a good reality TV star. Plus, Ben Folds joins to discuss making music in the 90s versus now and his new podcast Lightning Bugs with Ben Folds. For a closed-captioned ve...
"Shaaahh!!! Real Housewives" (with Hanif Abdurraqib)
April 07, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBAida's out sick, so Ira and Louis discuss Real Housewives of Salt Lake City's Jen Shah's arrest for defrauding the elderly, seeing Godzilla vs. Kong in theaters and a return to normalcy post-pandemic, FOX's new late night show Gutfeld!, and which closeted actors Kate Winslet knows. Plus, Hanif Abdurraqib joins to discuss his latest book A Little Devil in America: In Praise of Black Performance. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcri...
“Satan Boy Summer” (with Naomi Ekperigin and Megan Gailey)
March 31, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Lil Nas X’s devilish new single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name),” HBO’s Tina Turner doc, Ariana Grande joining The Voice, Addison Rae’s Jimmy Fallon appearance, Chet Hanks’ introduction of White Boy Summer, and more. Plus, Naomi Ekperigin and Megan Gailey join to discuss their new podcast I Love A Lifetime Movie. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected]...
“Lemon Aid” (with Cerise Castle and Don Lemon)
March 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the Asian spa shootings in Atlanta, Teen Vogue’s new editor-in-chief firing for past racist tweets, Thomas Middleditch’s sexual misconduct allegations, Bill Maher’s take on recontextualizing problematic films, and Justin Bieber featuring Martin Luther King Jr. on his latest album. Knock LA reporter Cerise Castle joins to discuss her report on deputy gangs in the LA County Sheriff’s Department. Plus, Don Lemon joins to discuss his new book This Is The Fire: What I...
"If You Like It Then You Shoulda Put An Album of the Year Grammy On It" (with Cheyenne Jackson)
March 17, 2021 07:30 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, the Oscar noms and snubs, the Vatican's unsurprising take on gay marriage, JD Vance's run for office, and the painful conclusion to The Bachelor. Plus, Cheyenne Jackson joins to discuss multi-camera acting on Call Me Kat and his extensive Broadway history. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include which podcas...
“Duchess Protection Program” (with Delroy Lindo)
March 10, 2021 08:47 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Oprah’s sit down with Harry and Meghan, the WandaVision finale, ghost kitchens, and Glenn Close versus Olivia Colman round two. Plus, Delroy Lindo joins to discuss his raved about performance in Da 5 Bloods and how theatre prepares him for The Good Fight and films like Gone in 60 Seconds. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include which podc...
“Globes, Man: Turn Off the Zoom” (with Dominique Fishback)
March 03, 2021 08:01 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the 1st Hopefully Not Annual Zoom Golden Globes, Taylor Swift taking on Netflix’s Ginny & Georgia, Jonah Hill calling out the Daily Mail, racist Bachelor fans, and bad Twitter memes. Plus, Dominique Fishback joins to discuss her role in Judas and the Black Messiah and her Vampire Diaries fandom. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/keepit. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include whi...
“I Really Don’t Care A Lot, Do U?” (with Roxane Gay)
February 24, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Rosamund Pike’s new film I Care A Lot, AIDS drama It’s A Sin, Daft Punk’s breakup, the internet’s Kathryn Hahn obsession, the latest Golden Globes scandals, and more. Plus, Roxane Gay joins to discuss her new MasterClass on writing for social change and how to romance writers. Roxane's recs: Klancy Miller, a black chef and writer Asha Grant, who is opening The Salt Eaters, a black feminist bookstore and literary hub in Los Angeles Rivers Solomon, a writer Fo...
“White Men... Skip This Episode!!!”
February 17, 2021 08:18 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the week of disappointing white men from Justin Timberlake, Joss Whedon, Chris Harrison, to the GOP. Plus, Gina Carano gets fired and joins a Ben Shapiro film, the Indianapolis Museum of Art prefers white patrons, Lil Yachty is making an UNO movie, and more! Louis' recommendations Jody Watley Cheryl Lynn — Shake it Up Tonight, Star love, Encore Joan Armatrading — Love and Affection, Show Some Emotion Meshell Ndegéocello — Ventriloquism, Pocketbook A ...
“#Free Against the Music” (with Baratunde Thurston)
February 10, 2021 08:01 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss The NY Times documentary Framing Britney Spears, Christopher Plummer, Golden Globe noms, The Weeknd’s Super Bowl performance, Debra Messing’s worst tweet, Morgan Wallen’s racism scandal, Cracker Barrel’s etymology and more. Plus, Baratunde Thurston joins to discuss his podcast How to Citizen and how Black and white America moves forward post Trump. Aida's recs: Aja Monet -- The Black Unicorn Sings Mikki Kendall -- Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a ...
“Two Can Play That GameStop” (with Amanda Idoko)
February 03, 2021 08:01 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBIra, Louis, and Aida try to make sense of the GameStop business then just talk about video games. Also discussed: remembering Cicely Tyson, Cloris Leachman, and Sophie, AOC’s rightful anger at Republicans, worrying Drag Race trends, the Chromatica Oreos, and more. Plus, Amanda Idoko joins to talk diversity in writers' rooms and her debut feature Breaking News in Yuba County. Ira's book recs: Stacey Abrams — Lead From the Outside Tressie McMillan Cottom — Thick: And Other Essays Brandon ...
“Two Can Play That GameStop” (with Amanda Idoko)
February 03, 2021 08:01 - 1 hourIra, Louis, and Aida try to make sense of the GameStop business then just talk about video games. Also discussed: remembering Cicely Tyson, Cloris Leachman, and Sophie, AOC’s rightful anger at Republicans, worrying Drag Race trends, the Chromatica Oreos, and more. Plus, Amanda Idoko joins to talk diversity in writers' rooms and her debut feature Breaking News in Yuba County. Ira's book recs: Stacey Abrams — Lead From the Outside Tressie McMillan Cottom — Thick: And Other Essays Brandon Tayl...
"Driving Miss Disney" (with Kat Dennings)
January 27, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBIra, Louis, and Aida revisit Larry King interviews and discuss the drama surrounding Olivia Rodrigo's debut single "Drivers License," Biden's star-studded inauguration, the LA Times' report on "vaccine chasers," Joan Didion's sparse interview in Time, DaniLeigh's light skin anthem "Yellow Bone," Sarah Huckabee Sanders' bid for governor of Arkansas, and more. Plus, Kat Dennings joins to discuss sitcom acting, WandaVision, and the secrecy of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
"A Farewell to Armas"
January 20, 2021 08:01 - 1 hour - 71 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Biden's Inauguration, Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas' split and the celebrity gossip machine, Trump's Garden of American Heroes and 1776 Report, WandaVision, cremation, the glaring absence of Aaliyah’s music on streaming, and more.
"Horton Hears A Coup!" (with Riz Ahemd)
January 13, 2021 12:27Ira, Louis, and Aida discuss Trump’s failed coup and subsequent Twitter ban, Armie Hammer’s alleged bloodlust, Kamala Harris’ Vogue cover, reactions to Lori Harvey and Olivia Wilde’s new relationships, Fran Lebowitz’s Pretend It’s A City, and the Samantha-less Sex and the City reboot. Plus, Riz Ahmed joins to discuss his new film Sound of Metal and grappling with identity during a pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"Horton Hears A Coup!" (with Riz Ahmed)
January 13, 2021 12:27 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Trump’s failed coup and subsequent Twitter ban, Armie Hammer’s alleged bloodlust, Kamala Harris’ Vogue cover, reactions to Lori Harvey and Olivia Wilde’s new relationships, Fran Lebowitz’s Pretend It’s A City, and the Samantha-less Sex and the City reboot. Plus, Riz Ahmed joins to discuss his new film Sound of Metal and grappling with identity during a pandemic.
"Anyone Can Whistledown" (with Meagan Good)
January 06, 2021 08:06 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Shonda Rhimes' horny new show Bridgerton, the Gossip Girl-esque Instagram account GaysOverCovid, the disappointing Wonder Woman 1984, Hilaria Baldwin's white-on-white crime, Beats' Confederate statue ad, January without the Golden Globes, and more. Plus, Meagan Good joins to discuss her directorial debut If Not Now, When? and (duh) starring in Eve's Bayou, Cousin Skeeter, and more.
“Wrapped in Red Table Talk” (with Gammy)
December 23, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the worst of 2020 and their pop culture wishes for 2021, along with some listener contributions. Also, Adrienne Banfield-Norris joins to discuss her new podcast and her role as Gammy on Red Table Talk.
“Evermore Girls” (with Andrew Rannells)
December 16, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Taylor Swift’s Folklore sequel Evermore, FKA Twigs’ revelation of her abusive relationship with Shia LaBeouf, Lizzo’s juice cleanse backlash, Shawn Mendes’ less than revealing documentary, the #FreeBritney movement, and more. Plus, Andrew Rannells joins to discuss The Prom and working with icons Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman.
"Dazed and Centrist" (with Alison Brie)
December 09, 2020 08:29 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Matthew McConaughey's critique of Hollywood liberals, Letitia Wright's defense of sharing an anti-vax video, Elliot Page publicly sharing his transgender identity, Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special, David Fincher's new film Mank, Dionne Warwick's Twitter account, Lifetime's Colonel Sanders movie, and more. Plus, Alison Brie joins to discuss her new film Promising Young Woman and the internet’s reactions to Happiest Season.
“Undoing the Right Thing” (with Rina Sawayama)
December 02, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss The Undoing and the classic genre of “white mess,” Christmas horror movie Happiest Season, Grammy nominations, Megan thee Stallion’s debut album, the new Jim Belushi doc, and Selena Gomez versus the new Saved by the Bell. Plus, Rina Sawayama joins to discuss her addictive debut album SAWAYAMA and her academic approach to pop music.
“Secure the Mailbag” (with Kate Mara)
November 25, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss COVID vaccines, why you shouldn’t be traveling for the holidays, and they answer all your burning pop culture and Thanksgiving questions (well, a few of them, we don’t have all day). Plus, Kate Mara joins to talk about her new series A Teacher and what it’s like having a sister (Rooney Mara) as an actress too.
“Freakumout Dress” (with Rachel Bloom)
November 18, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the conservative fervor over Harry Styles wearing a dress on the cover of Vogue, the COVID season of The Bachelorette, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X's new videos, Twitter's new "Fleets" feature, the Grammys, Pitchfork's Kylie Minogue review, Obama's A Promised Land playlist, and more. Plus, Rachel Bloom joins to discuss depicting mental health on television and her new memoir I Want to Be Where the Normal People Are.
“The American President-Elect” (with Kimberlé Crenshaw)
November 11, 2020 08:21 - 1 hour - 91.2 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ victory, Stacey Abrams’ victory in Georgia and correct Buffy opinions, Alex Trebek’s passing, The Undoing, Keke Palmer’s messy EBT take, Charlie Puth’s voting record, and more. Plus, Kimberlé Crenshaw joins Ira to reflect on the election, the history of “intersectionality,” and what’s next for America.
"Election Day of Our Lives" (with Radhika Jones)
November 03, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss depictions of politics in pop culture and where we go after Trump, Ariana Grande’s new album, The Queen’s Gambit, and T.I.’s alleged coronavirus cure. Plus, Vanity Fair editor-in-chief Radhika Jones joins to discuss Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s cover and reinventing the magazine for a new audience. If you run into any issues voting or witness voter suppression or intimidation, call the voter protection hotline: 1-833-DEM-VOTE — 1-833-336-8683
"The Passion of the Chris" (with Adam Brody)
October 28, 2020 07:51 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the ensuing controversy of Twitter calling Chris Pratt "the worst Chris," Borat 2, Amy Coney Barrett's placement on the Supreme Court, Jared Kushner calling black people lazy, and Kanye's maddening Joe Rogan interview. Plus, Adam Brody joins to discuss his new film The Kid Detective and revisit his iconic roles in The O.C., Jennifer's Body, and more!
“Strokes of Dunces“ (with Gabrielle Union)
October 21, 2020 07:01 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the Tony noms, the weird defenses of Jeffrey Toobin masturbating on Zoom, Chace Crawford’s second life in The Boys, The Trial of the Chicago 7, rappers turned Trump voters, Tiffany Trump’s bizarre Pride speech, how Louis got sucked into Emily in Paris, and more. Plus, Aida shares her Nebraska voting plan and we’re joined Nebraska icon Gabrielle Union to talk being an activist, an LGBTQ+ ally, and why Grease 2 is better than Grease.
“Keepin’ It 150” (with Nicole Richie)
October 14, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBIra, Louis, and Aida celebrate Keep It’s 150th episode with a rundown of 150 things that DIDN’T suck in 2020. Plus, gay men take over the Proud Boys hashtag on social media, Bill Burr’s SNL monologue causes controversy, and guest Nicole Richie joins!
“Trust the B” (with Bethenny Frankel)
October 07, 2020 07:01 - 1 hour - 90 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Mariah Carey’s new memoir and the pleasures of its audiobook, Trump’s COVID theatrics, The Witches reboot, Drake and SZA’s unearthed relationship, and why everyone’s addicted to Emily in Paris. Plus, Bethenny Frankel joins to discuss her new podcast Just B and the business side of Real Housewives.
"Rock ‘N Vote” (with Brit Bennett)
September 30, 2020 07:01 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss The Rock campaigning for Biden, Mark Burnett’s responsibility for Trump’s Presidency, Tory Lanez’s continued exploitation of Megan thee Stallion, Eddie Redmayne’s support of JK Rowling, and more. Plus, Brit Bennett joins to discuss her NYT best-selling novel The Vanishing Half.
“America’s Emmy Home Videos” (with David Chang and Zachary Quinto)
September 23, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss this year’s virtual Emmy ceremony, Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legacy, Ellen’s on-air apology, Kat McPhee donating to Republicans, racist social media algorithms, and the film Antebellum. Plus, chef David Chang joins to discuss his new memoir Eat a Peach and Zachary Quinto returns to discuss the film adaption of .
“About A Boycott” (with Roy Wood Jr.)
September 16, 2020 07:01 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss the new Oscars inclusion standards, Paris Hilton’s less than insightful new documentary, the boycotts against Mulan and Cuties, Paul Rudd’s awkward PSA on wearing masks, new Netflix docs The Social Dilemma versus Capital in the 21st Century, and more. Plus, Roy Wood Jr. joins to discuss making comedy and The Daily Show in a pandemic.
“Imitation of Life 2” (with June Diane Raphael)
September 09, 2020 07:01 - 1 hour - 76 MBIra, Louis, and Aida discuss Jessica Krug’s blackfishing scandal, Charlie Kaufman films, the Rebecca remake, Letterbox review, Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ exhausting book promo, and more. Plus, June Diane Raphael joins to discuss a decade of podcasting, watching Bravo during a pandemic, and more!