Keep It!

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Rating
4.6
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9528 reviews
This podcast has
326 episodes
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Explicit
Yes
Date created
2017/12/12
Average duration
95 min.
Release period
9 days

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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.

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“This is Me… Madame Web” w. Danielle Brooks
2024/02/21
Ira and Louis discuss two cinematic masterpieces: Madame Web and J Lo’s This Is Me… Now: A Love Story. Danielle Brooks joins to discuss playing Sofia in The Color Purple on Broadway and in the new film adaptation, as well as her journey as first-time Oscar nominee. Plus, True Detective season 4, Love Is Blind, and Billie Eilish versus TikTok. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
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“Super Bowl ‘Em” w. Lashana Lynch
2024/02/14
Ira and Louis discuss the Super Bowl, Usher’s halftime show, and Beyoncé’s surprise Act II drop. Lashana Lynch joins to discuss playing Rita Marley in her new film One Love and why she’d love to do comedy. Plus, the new Oscars category and Jon Stewart’s return to the Daily Show. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
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"The Tortured Grammys Album of the Year Department" w. Juliette Binoche
2024/02/07
Ira and Louis dive into the 2024 Grammys (including Miley Cyrus' stunning performance, Tracy Chapman's return to the stage, and Taylor Swift's alleged snub of Celine Dion), Netflix's We Are the World doc, NYT's Connections, and Kandi Burruss' exit from The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Plus, Juliette Binoche joins to discuss her exquisite new film The Taste of Things. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast
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“Barbie Reloaded: The Re-Up” w. Sasha Velour
2024/01/31
Ira and Louis dive into the ongoing Nicki Minaj and Megan thee Stallion feud, the uproar after Barbie’s perceived Oscar snub, Justin Timberlake’s new single, Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, and what the hell the movie Argylle is. Sasha Velour joins to discuss her new tour, Real Housewives, and filming the new season of We’re Here.
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“Oscar Noms & Snubs” w. Diablo Cody & Common
2024/01/24
Ira and Louis are joined by guest-host Diablo Cody to discuss Oscar noms, their fave women in horror, American Nightmare, Love on the Spectrum, and Diablo’s new film Lisa Frankenstein. Plus, Common joins to discuss his new book And Then We Rise, inspirational meetings with Maya Angelou and Prince, and whether Serena Williams is good at mini golf.
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“Emmys; Mean Girls” w. Mayer Hawthorne
2024/01/17
Ira and Louis discuss the Emmys, Mean Girls the Musical the Movie, The Traitors season 2, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Ariana Grande’s new single, and why they hate Elmo. Mayer Hawthorne joins to talk appreciating vinyl, throwback music and his new album For All Time.
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"2024 Golden Globes" w. Kathy Griffin & Angourie Rice
2024/01/10
Ira and Louis dive into the Golden Globes, Maestro, the NYT’s Taylor Swift op-ed, Hollywood assistants, and more. Angourie Rice joins to discuss the new musical adaptation of Mean Girls. Plus, Louis chats with Kathy Griffin about her new tour My Life on the PTSD-List.
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“Best of 2023” w. Andy Cohen
2023/12/20
Ira and Louis discuss their favorite movies, TV, and celebs of 2023, Norman Lear’s legacy, Andre Braugher, Ryan O’Neal, and Bjork’s random hang with Jason Mraz. Andy Cohen joins to discuss hosting New Year’s Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen, how he’s evolved as a TV host, 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
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"Nicki Minaj, Tate McRae, Golden Globes Noms, Theatre Roundup" w. Krystal Joy Brown & Juan A. Ramírez
2023/12/13
Ira, Louis, and guest co-host Juan A. Ramirez discuss the Golden Globe nominations, Pink Friday 2, Tate McRae's new album, Beyoncé's Renaissance film, fake Bette Davis letters, and the correct plural of "medium." Krystal Joy Brown joins to discuss her star turn in Merrily We Roll Along. Plus, Ira and Juan review current Broadway and off-Broadway offerings.
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"May December; Holiday Gift Guide” w. Slayyyter
2023/12/06
Ira and Louis discuss new Todd Haynes film May December, Christmas songs, Criterion films, and Chris Wallace’s rude Adam Driver interview. Slayyyter joins to discuss her new album S********r and her creative inspirations. Plus, our annual (kinda) Holiday Gift Guide.
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“Saltburn; Scream 7 in Crisis” w. Todd Haynes
2023/11/29
Ira and Louis discuss the polarizing thriller Saltburn, Melissa Barrera’s exit from Scream 7, the rise of Tate McRae, Squid Game: The Challenge, and more on Barbra Streisand’s memoir. Todd Haynes joins to discuss his latest masterpiece May/December, his previous films, and the pop culture he’s obsessed with.
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"Barbra Streisand Book Club" w. Emerald Fennell
2023/11/15
Ira and Louis discuss Barbra Streisand's long-awaited memoir, Grammy noms, Dua Lipa's new single, The Iron Claw, The Holdovers, Quiz Lady, films about trivia, and the Bezos Vogue photo shoot. Emerald Fennell joins to discuss Saltburn, her creative process, and more.
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4.6 out of 5
9528 reviews
treeenuh 2024/02/22
Nothing but love ❤️
The two human beings that host this pod are absolutely fabulous. I look forward to hearing from them every week. The guests are always interesting.
Kria88 2024/02/07
Keep it (in my ears)
I love this podcast and hope I can listen to Ira & Louis talk and laugh together for the rest of my days. Their banter is so entertaining and witty, a...
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Wwnisee 2024/02/01
Great
The girls were on one this week 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Keep it up 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
dudjisjx fo 2024/01/31
New Favorite Podcast
I’m clueless about 90% of the artists, shows, movies etc that they discuss, but they’re so delightful to listen to and so funny that this is my new fa...
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galfriday612 2024/01/29
Top notch interviews
Love their dynamic as cohosts, and they are clearly fans of the people they interview. Thoughtful questions, deep dives into the back catalogue, good ...
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ghdnnsneneiejjebrbd d bfb 2024/01/24
Great except…
Ira sounds like he always has to blow his nose.
cjgbjkfjkt 2024/01/19
My favorite podcast!!!
I have listened since the beginning and Ira and Louise have truly taught me how to properly watch a movie/TV, listen to music, and take in culture. I ...
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YoGab3 2024/01/12
SOOOO glad you’re back!
I came to the party late but I’m all caught up so I’m listening to old episodes which I LOVE😍One thing that STILL needs work is the editing…not sure ...
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eg portland 2024/01/03
Funny and smart, always makes me laugh
Fun listen, good conversation with memorable jabs. I don’t have their taste in music but still enjoy the gossip, opinions and the show. Every once in ...
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👁💁🏽‍♂️👏🏽 2023/12/23
Dud
Ending the year with AC 🤢🤮
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