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Reality show personality Jessel Taank, from Real Housewives of New York, talks about her role on the show, moving to New York, normalizing conversations about women's experiences, reality TV and attention-seeking on social media, meeting reality stars, and the influence of editing on reality TV.

Ira and Louis discuss the internet account obsessed with Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Rodrigo’s new album Guts, and Drew Barrymore crossing the picket line. Plus, Graham Norton joins to discuss his favorite celebrity talk show moments and his new novel, Forever Home. And in the Keep It segment: Rotten Tomatoes and Ice Spice’s Dunkin’ Donuts collab.

Ira and Louis discuss Beyoncé’s star-studded Renaissance Tour birthday show, what shows they’re watching (Platonic, Big Brother), and new music from Kylie Minogue, Olivia Rodrigo, Nicki Minaj, Doja Cat, Selena Gomez, and Miley Cyrus. Plus, Brittany Broski joins to discuss her comic and cultural inspirations and her new podcast The Broski Report. And in the Keep It segment: spooky season and the ‘08 Obama campaign versus Madonna. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast

Cody Rigsby, workout guru and author of XOXO, Cody joins Ira and Louis to discuss his new book. They also touch on Bob Barker's legacy, queer teen comedy Bottoms, celebrity workout ventures, Kim Cattrall's return to And Just Like That, proper furniture etiquette, Fire Island's queer history, dancing for pop stars, maintaining youthful appearance, analyzing fitness icons, humorous encounters, and TV show nostalgia.

Broadway legend Idina Menzel joins Ira and Louis to discuss her new album Drama Queen and her experiences on Broadway. The hosts also discuss topics such as pop star Kathy Dennis and LGBTQ+ music, the challenges of adapting movies into TV shows, what makes a performance worthy of an Oscar win, and the expectations placed on pop singers in terms of dancing. Film critic Kyle Turner also joins to discuss his book The Queer Film Guide and the process of selecting films for it.

Ira and Louis discuss Red, White, and Royal Blue, the controversy surrounding The Blind Side, Louis’ continued hatred of fall, and Bradley Cooper’s new Oscar bait film. Comedians Punkie Johnson and Dicey join to discuss their relationship advice podcast Love Thang. Plus, Ira and Louis play Who’s Older? where they guess celebrity ages.Check out Love Thang: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-thang/id1690695573 Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast

Ira and Louis break down Lizzo's lawsuit, Jamie Foxx and Jennifer Aniston's social media drama, Survivor legend Cirie Fields joining Big Brother, and director William Friedkin's legacy. Plus, they play an IMDb themed game of celebrity called Known For where they guess a celebrity's most popular credits. And Bethany Cosentino joins to discuss her new solo record Natural Disaster, American mall culture, and more.

Ira, Louis, and guest host Joel Kim Booster discuss Ariana Grande’s divorce and other celebrity breakups, Project Runway All-Stars and legacy reality shows, Sinead O’Connor, Paul Reubens, dating app screenshots, and Katy Perry’s career. Aly & AJ join to discuss their With Love From Tour and finding life in their old music. Plus, Ira responds to Louis’ Barbie review. 

This week, Louis and guest-host Matt Rogers (filling in for Ira) unpack the two most pressing film releases of the summer: Barbie and Oppenheimer. They also reflect on past blockbuster dual releases, question the marketing acumen of Elon Musk, and interview the sensational RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Shea Coulee.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast

Ira and guest co-host Jay Jurden discuss SAG-AFTRA joining the WGA on the picket lines, Emmy nominations, racist TikTok lives, New York theatre audiences, and Miranda Lambert lashing out at fans. Plus, Tori Kelly joins to discuss her new EP, her Y2K music and fashion inspirations, and more.