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Feedback with Ira Madison III

Ira Madison III
Pop Culture
Bravo
Internet Culture
Reality TV
Love Island
Days Of Our Lives
The Disappearers
New York City
The Holes
Crossword Puzzle
Viral Moments
Media Criticism
Summer House
Gatekeeping
Interviewing
Journalism
Celebrity
Reality Television
New York
Deidre Hall

Feedback with Ira Madison III is a weekly show for arts and culture lovers who spend (arguably) too much time online. Known for his cultural criticism, his viral tweets, and his sharp insights on mic, host Ira Madison III loves nothing more than sitting down with artists and tastemakers to dive straight into the belly of the zeitgeist. And that’s exactly what he’s doing on Feedback! The show cover... more

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Latest Episodes

Chris Black is everywhere and doing everything — co-hosting the podcast How Long Gone, building his American essentials clothing line Hanover, writing a memoir, and hanging in the DJ booth with Charli XCX's husband. He joins Ira to talk about his tas... more

Marlon James joins Ira Madison III for a conversation about his new novel The Disappearers (which has been shortlisted for the 2026 Booker Prize), growing up in Jamaica, and the pop culture that shaped him. They get into Marlon’s complicated relation... more

We’re talking lights, camera, action with writer, director, and Ira’s book club bestie Shatara Michelle Ford. They talk about Ford’s latest feature, Dreams in Nightmares, the real cost of funding their first indie project, and how to make ambitious w... more

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This week on Feedback, Ira sits down with playwright Max Wolf Friedlich, whose Broadway hit "Job" went from a scrappy sleeper to a show so in-demand that Hugh Jackman could barely get a ticket. Max opens up about the realities of creating a Broadway ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Black
Guest; musician, podcaster, designer, and memoirist
How Long Gone; Hanover; American Essentials
Episode: Chris Black is the New Straggot Julia Fox
Marlon James
Author and Booker Prize-winning novelist
Author of The Disappearers; Booker Prize winner (2015)
Episode: Marlon James: I Wasn’t Trying To Write a Gay Victim Book
Shatara Michelle Ford
Indie filmmaker, director of Test Pattern and Dreams in Nightmares
Independent filmmaker
Episode: The Real Cost of Indie Filmmaking with Shatara Michelle Ford
Max Wolf Friedlich
Playwright and guest on the episode
Playwright of The Holes
Episode: We Had No House Seats Left for Hugh Jackman with Playwright Max Wolf Friedlich
Phoebe Robinson
New York Times bestselling author, standup, publisher of Tiny Reparations
Tiny Reparations Books / Tiny Reparations imprint
Episode: Why Does Dr. Meredith Grey Have a Podcast? with Phoebe Robinson
Cody Rigsby
Peloton instructor, Dancing with the Stars finalist, author
Peloton / New York Times bestselling author
Episode: Why Does Dr. Meredith Grey Have a Podcast? with Phoebe Robinson
Angela Flournoy
Novelist, author of The Turner House and The Wilderness
Author
Episode: I'm Not Writing Self-Defensive Fiction with Angela Flournoy
Josh Lora
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Episode: The Incel-ification of the Internet with Josh Lora
Gibson Johns
Bravo reporter discussed in episode
Bravo coverage
Episode: Is Fan Culture Breaking Bravo? with Gibson Johns

Host

Ira Madison III
Host of Feedback, cultural critic and interviewer (as introduced on show)

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 244 ratings
  • Always Interesting

    Really enjoy the direction Ira is taking this! Intriguing topics, but not overly

    topical, and v interesting guests. Excited to hear more!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan-Kell
    United Statesa month ago
  • :(

    After years of listening to Ira on pods and trying to pick up this new one, I fear his narcissism is becoming completely off putting

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dirt_martini
    Canada2 months ago
  • We’ve missed you Ira!

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hannah_mannah
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • An unequivocal step down

    Baby, what is this guest list?! I’ve seen other commentators say that this feels more curated to Ira than Keep It did, but as someone who literally consumes dozens of podcasts focused on pop culture (and who, frankly, thought I would miss Ira, but am now in love with Nina Parker), this is sprawling and meandering, and not at all focused on anything identify tied to a theme — except for Ira uniformly being a bad interview and more interested in talking about himself and his own anecdotes than the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kin4239
    United States2 months ago
  • culture for bibliophiles

    So glad Ira is back! First ep and first ten minutes confirmed why I love his takes. I’d never thought of books like astrology and it totally resonated with the way I purchase and seem to pick up when the time is exactly right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djsarahfawcett
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners feel the host's interview style can skew toward personal anecdotes over guest experiences.
Listeners praise the show's sharp, timely cultural analysis and engaging guests.
Critics note moments of uneven pacing or dead air in some episodes but overall high engagement.
Many listeners value the insider perspectives on industry dynamics and authenticity of commentary.
Fans appreciate the diverse guest mix and candid conversations about publishing, TV, and media culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Real Cost of Indie Filmmaking with Shatara Michelle Ford
Q: Right, so what changed between these two movies?
Ford explains that Test Pattern was made when they were just starting to pursue a vision, financed themselves, and faced tight budgets, whereas Dreams in Nightmares grew from a more mature, introspective process and a different balance of time, money, and collaboration.
The Incel-ification of the Internet with Josh Lora
Q: What approaches can help someone wipe the slate clean from what they've heard about a work and trust their own taste?
He suggests consuming a broader range of sources (including audiobooks and criticism from those who disagree with you), and emphasizing the process of forming your own view rather than parroting popular takes.
The Incel-ification of the Internet with Josh Lora
Q: Hi Ira. How can I regain my confidence in my own sense of humor and taste, when I consume so much pop culture commentary and not a ton of source material?
Josh explains that reducing overload means diversifying input, reading or listening to criticism from different perspectives, and letting fresh material shape your own opinions rather than chasing after constantly recycled takes.
Is Fan Culture Breaking Bravo? with Gibson Johns
Q: How has reporting on Bravo changed the relationship between criticism and access?
Gibson argues that reporting has shifted from distant journalism to an embedded, relationship-focused approach where reporters cultivate access while still evaluating content, though he emphasizes the need to keep criticism grounded in observed show reality rather than personal attacks.
We Miss Magazines with Chrissy Rutherford & John Villa
Q: What advice would Chrissy and John give to a micro-influencer trying to break into fashion media?
Be relentlessly present and networked, go to events, document your experiences with a unique point of view, and tagging brands consistently can help you be discovered; quality and story matter more than follower counts alone.

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What is Feedback with Ira Madison III about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, culture-forward show that leans into books, TV, film, and online discourse, hosting conversations with writers, filmmakers, journalists, and entertainment tastemakers. Episodes center on craft, industry dynamics, and the evolving media landscape, often tying together literary analysis, pop culture trends, and insider perspectives from fame, publishing, and reality-TV ecosystems. Viewers can expect candid takes, deep-dives into contemporary culture, and practical insights for creatives and media professionals looking to understand how culture travels online and offline. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from indie filmmakers to editors and cross‑platform critics—creating a lively, opinionated salon that prizes authenticity... more

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Recent guests on Feedback with Ira Madison III include:

1. Chris Black
2. Marlon James
3. Shatara Michelle Ford
4. Max Wolf Friedlich
5. Phoebe Robinson
6. Cody Rigsby
7. Angela Flournoy
8. Josh Lora

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