Keep It!
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.
Latest episodes
Oct 20, 2023 • 1h 2min
Keep It Real: "Sai Da Silva & the State of RHONY"
Sai Da Silva discusses fan reactions to RHONY and her off-camera persona. The hosts review recent reality TV seasons and express love for Caribbean food. They balance drama and healing on 'Married to Medicine' and tease a potential show called 'Gallery Girls'.
Oct 18, 2023 • 1h 44min
“Three Hundred’s Company” w. Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme
Ira and Louis celebrate 300 episodes by discussing The Eras Tour movie, Jada Pinkett Smith, Troye Sivan’s new album, Ice Spice reverence for critics, and social media echo chambers. Drag icons Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme join to discuss their creative inspirations, what the find funny, and crafting The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Tour. Plus, Ira and Louis blind rank pop culture and answer pressing listener questions. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
Oct 13, 2023 • 1h 13min
Keep It Real: “Paulie Calafiore”
Ira speaks to Big Brother alum and The Challenge icon Paulie Calafiore about the current seasons of both shows and what’s currently missing from reality completion series. Plus, Ira and comedian Rae Sanni discuss Big Brother, The Challenge, and answer listener reality show questions. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
Oct 11, 2023 • 45min
“Meet the Odenkirks” w. Bob & Erin Odenkirk
Ira and Louis discuss Snapple bottles, Pine Sol smells, and Pink concerts. Plus, they’re joined by actor and comedian Bob Odenkirk and his daughter, Erin Odenkirk, to discuss their poetry collection, Zilot & Other Important Rhymes, how they developed a creative relationship, 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
Oct 6, 2023 • 43min
Keep It Real: “Mona Scott-Young”
Ira and guest co-host Rae Sanni discuss the Love & Hip-Hop franchise and how she convinced Ira to marathon it all during lockdown. Then they’re joined by Mona Scott-Young creator and producer of the Love & Hip-Hop series to discuss her beginnings in the music industry and her new film, Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 28min
“As Told By Ginger Spice” w. Geri Halliwell-Horner
Ira and Louis discuss the Saw franchise, their favorite dating shows, *NSYNC’s return, Alicia Keys’ new business ventures, and their favorite music girl groups. Plus, iconic girl group member and author Geri Halliwell-Horner joins to discuss her new novel Rosie Frost & the Falcon Queen, her music, 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
Sep 29, 2023 • 33min
Keep It Real “Paige DeSorbo”
Paige DeSorbo, co-host of Giggly Squad and star of Summer House, joins the hosts to talk about pop culture, podcasting, and shows like Summer House and Southern Charm. They discuss celebrity breakups, TikTok experiences, fashion week reflections, and their admiration for Dua Lipa and fall fashion.
Sep 27, 2023 • 1h 44min
“Keep It Hears a Who?” w. Tim Gunn
Iconic host Tim Gunn joins the hosts to discuss 'whos' and 'thems' in the celebrity world, Taylor Swift's transformation, Doja Cat's new album, sustainable sneakers, experiencing art in person, their love for books and movies, format changes in Project Runway, the TV show The Morning Show, and analyzing the 50 worst decisions in film history.
Sep 22, 2023 • 48min
Keep It Real “Teddi Mellencamp; Shannon Beador’s DUI”
Former Housewife, Teddi Mellencamp, discusses hosting a Bravo podcast. The hosts reflect on reality show experiences and discuss Shannon Beador's DUI. They also explore the need for Real Housewives reboots and potential filming locations.
Sep 20, 2023 • 1h 42min
“Minhaj à Truth” w. Symone
Ira and Louis discuss Hasan Minhaj’s farfetched stories, Drake dissing Halle Berry, Lauren Boebert’s theatre date, iconic album covers, A Haunting in Venice, and more. Plus, drag icon Symone joins to discuss her new series Avalon TV and life after winning RuPaul’s Drag Race. AVALON TV premiering exclusively on WOW Presents Plus October 9th!
