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Ira and Louis discuss new HBO series The Idol, the arrival of Pride month, the looming SAG-AFTRA strike, Tina Turner obituaries, and reactions to the Succession finale. Plus, Trace Lysette joins to discuss her new film Monica, how ballroom prepared her for acting, and more. Check out the Keep It Episode on the Tina Turner documentary: https://crooked.com/podcast/satan-boy-summer-with-naomi-ekperigin-and-megan-gailey/  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Louis and Ira may be taking a break for Memorial Day, but fear not! We’ve got a riveting surprise for you courtesy of Crooked Media and Spotify’s original podcast, “Stuck with Damon Young.” In this episode, Damon joins forces with the one and only Ira Madison III to dive deep into the reductive trope of “magical negros,” citing popular examples from both reality and fiction. Later in the episode, Damon and Brooklyn-based culture writer Shamira Ibrahim offer advice to a woman grappling with her husband’s problematic traveling habit — asking strangers about their ethnic background.If this episode has your senses tingling, be sure to head over to the “Stuck with Damon Young” feed pronto! You’ll discover a treasure trove of recent episodes, including a captivating tête-à-tête with marijuana and hip-hop mogul Wiz Khalifa. From his enchanting tales of fatherhood to the ever-evolving cannabis industry, nothing is off-limits. Tune in to “Stuck with Damon Young” every Thursday for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira and Louis discuss HBO’s Donna Summer documentary, the addictiveness of Kylie’s “Padam Padam,”movies they actually want sequels to and remakes of, Zooey Deschanel’s favorite LA foods, and the new season of Selling Sunset. Plus, Aisha Tyler joins to discuss Apple TV+’s The Last Thing He Told Me, Archer’s final season, and what it means to take pop culture seriously.All episodes of "The Last Thing He Told Me" are streaming now, on AppleTV+. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira and Louis discuss EuroVision and new music from our favorite foreign divas Kylie Minogue, Bebe Rexha, and Jessie Ware. Plus, Tom Cruise’s celebrity friendships, some light Jeopardy drama, how Ira is still avoiding Renaissance Tour spoilers, and Louis attending the GLAAD Awards. Return guest Lizzy Caplan joins to discuss her new series Fatal Attraction and whether we’re primed for a new era of erotic thrillers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira and Louis discuss King Charles III’s coronation, Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour, Jacob Tremblay’s seemingly rapid aging, Succession’s slow build to the finale, and reminisce on TV shows they swear they were the only viewer of. Plus, Ginger Gonzaga joins to discuss She-Hulk and True Lies, why SAG should be striking, and the time Ira used to be her dog walker.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Louis and Crooked executive producer Kendra James tackle the black, white, pink, and beige world of the 2023 Met Gala, the legacy of Jerry Springer, and what’s on the line during this incoming Writers Guild strike. Then Ira rejoins to interview screen legend and Book Club: The Next Chapter star Mary Steenburgen. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a bonus episode, Ira and Louis are joined the inimitable Patti LuPone to discuss her new film Beau is Afraid, what makes great theatre and why Broadway no longer thrills her, and much more. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira and Louis discuss the firings of Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon, Harry Belafonte’s passing, the one thing Woody Allen got right, and Jessica Simpson’s singing career. Plus, Jordan E. Cooper joins to discuss his (gone from Broadway too soon) exhilarating play Ain’t No Mo’ and what excites him about theatre’s present and future.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira fills in Louis on his Coachella weekend and Frank Ocean’s alleged performance. Guest co-host Nichole Perkins, host of The Prince Mixtape, joins Ira and Louis to discuss Prince’s legacy and his underrated albums, bad rom coms that they love, new Netflix series Obsession, Timothee Chalamet dating Kylie Jenner, and HBO Max’s makeover. Plus, James Marsden joins to discuss his new comedy series Jury Duty, playing heartthrobs in rom coms, and more.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ira and Louis discuss the Super Mario Bros. movie, this week’s landmark Succession episode, Taylor Swift’s break up with Joe Alwyn, Kim Kardashian joining AHS, and dating app screenshots. Plus, Toni Collette joins to discuss her new film Mafia Mamma, some of her most iconic roles, and more.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.