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The mics are on, the takes are heating up, and awards season isn't going to comment on itself. Join Louis Virtel (Jimmy Kimmel Live!) and Nina Parker (Friday Night Vibes, E! News) every week as they descend into the gorgeous wreckage of pop culture, unpacking the biggest stories in TV, film, and entertainment news. But they don't stop at celebrity NEWS, they also bring you celebrity GUESTS! We're talkin' Cate Blanchett, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, Dylan O’Brien, Danielle Deadwyler, Ivy Wolk, Andrew Garfield, and many more. Expect unabashed gay reads, brows both high and low, and a lot of Rihanna appreciation from today’s most esteemed culture vultures. Hello, The Academy? Consider yourself warned! New episodes drop every Wednesday.

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#425
June 3 · 1 hr 10 min
Backrooms With A View with Samara Weaving and Bryan Safi
Louis Virtel is joined by Bryan Safi to celebrate what would have been Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday and reflect on her lasting impact on culture. Then they dive into the liminal space themed horror film Backrooms and the rise of Gen Z horror auteurs. Plus, modern scream queen Samara Weaving stops by the show to discuss her new movie Carolina Caroline.
#424
May 20 · 1 hr 26 min
The Colbert Necessities with Mandy Moore and Guy Branum
Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss the Canadian magic of Martin Short and his new documentary Marty, Life is Short. Then, Louis and Guy chat about The Late Show with Stephen Colbert ending and what that means for late night television. Plus, friend of the show Mandy Moore returns to chat pop music and her new movie The Breadwinner.
#423
May 13 · 1 hr 37 min
Jane Fonda’s Favorite Husband with Taylour Paige, Chris Schleicher and Gus Hickey
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. Taylour Paige photo credit: Simon Emmett
#422
May 6 · 1 hr 22 min
Why Is No One Ready? with Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kyle Buchanan
Louis Virtel is joined by Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kyle Buchanan to break down the biggest moments from Monday night’s Met Gala, dive into The Devil Wears Prada 2, unpack the 2026 Tony nominations, and preview what’s ahead at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.
#421
April 29 · 1 hr 32 min
The Famesick Monster with Tony Goldwyn and Rheeqrheeq Chainey
Louis Virtel is joined by Rheeqrheeq Chainey to celebrate Lemonade’s 10th anniversary and seeing Madonna live at The Abbey. Then they break down Lena Dunham’s new memoir Famesick, the latest developments in the Summer House drama, and Lady Gaga and Doechii’s new single. Plus, actor Tony Goldwyn stops by to discuss his experiences on Law & Order, One Battle After Another, and the new season of Hacks.
#420
April 22 · 1 hr 23 min
Mother Mary and Madonna Emerges with Ellen Burstyn and Kyle Buchanan
Louis Virtel is joined by New York Times pop culture reporter, Kyle Buchanan, to recap the highlights of Coachella weekend 2 particularly performances by Slayyyter, Madonna's guest appearance with Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G. They also discuss the divisive new film "Mother Mary" starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel before Louis welcomes the fabulous Ellen Burstyn for a conversation about acting, poetry and what she's watching now that excites her.
#419
April 15 · 1 hr 31 min
Coachella & Euphoria Season Premiere with Paul Walter Hauser and Ivy Wolk
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 discuss his new film "Balls Up" which is streaming now on Prime Video.
#418
April 8 · 1 hr 27 min
The Drama & Brandy's New Memoir "Phases" with Nina Parker
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.
#417
April 1 · 1 hr 27 min
New Music from Robyn and Raye & What We're Watching with Nina Parker
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.
#416
March 25 · 1 hr 29 min
Project Hail Mary & The Comeback with Lisa Ann Walter & Guy Branum
Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss the optimistic space epic “Project Hail Mary” as well as the comeback of HBO’s “The Comeback” starring and co-created by Lisa Kudrow. Lisa Ann Walter joins to talk all things “Abbott Elementary,” “Celebrity Jeopardy” and her long-awaited stand-up special coming to Hulu this spring. They also delve into Lisa’s prep for her off-Broadway debut in “Heathers: The Musical” on April 27th.
#416
March 18 · 1 hr 34 min
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.
#415
March 11 · 1 hr 19 min
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."
#414
March 4 · 1 hr 9 min
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.

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