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I'M SO POPULAR

Zach Langley Chi Chi
Utada Hikaru
The Curse
Daft Punk
American Culture
Trisha Paytas
Victim Mentality
Reality TV
Benny Safdie
Artistic Representation
Nathan Fielder
Okada Yukiko
Mommie Dearest
Trauma
Japanese Pop Music
Class Struggle
Cancel Culture
Social Justice Activism
Joan Crawford
Celebrity Memoirs
Drag Culture

I’M SO POPULAR is an audio program from the end of the world by American drag queen in Japan, Zach Langley Chi Chi. Scream into the abyss, find another way: discussing with anyone and everyone homosexual beauty, art, culture, Madonna, Marxism, J-Pop, James Joyce, drag, death, all of it, none of it. What can be salvaged.

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Latest Episodes

erotica THE GREAT MIRROR OF MALE LOVE 男色大鏡 (1687年) + the ethereal world of desire and pleasure + sexual roles across the great scope of history + gently falling cherry blossoms and the melancholic impermanence of all things. Only for patrons: patreon... more

* HQ episode available only for patrons at patreon.com/imsopopular * Maggie and Chi Chi discuss the perverse gender inverted world of Japanese samurai history by way of Yaoi excess: Yoshinaga Fumi’s OOKU 大奥.

* HQ Episode available only for Patrons at Patreon.com/comsopopular * We discuss Utada Hikaru’s tremendous and heartbreaking comeback record FANTÔME (2016年) + the career of her late mother, classic Japanese Enka singer FUJI KEIKO.

We discuss the diabolical filmography of JANE SCHOENBRUN: I SAW THE TV GLOW (2024年) + WE'RE ALL GOING TO THE WORLD'S FAIR (2021年) + A SELF-INDUCED HALLUCINATION (2018年). Full episode only for Patrons: patreon.com/imsopopular

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Recent Guests

Stephen Zerantz
Returning guest and pop culture enthusiast
Episode: SILENCE with stephen zerance
Ryan Simone
Editor and creator of the art magazine American Vulgaria
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Episode: QUICKSAND PART !: THE WAVES with ryan simón
Prisha Paisa
Engaged in a deep discussion about literature and reality TV
Episode: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND KOURTNEY AND KIM with principessa

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Zach Langley Chi Chi
An American drag queen based in Japan, Zach Langley Chi Chi is the primary host known for combining humor with insightful cultural critiques. He engages in lively discussions covering a range of topics, often reflecting on personal experiences and artistic influences.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 252 ratings
  • Awe inspiring work

    Started off as a faux leftist tpn rip off but blossomed into an all consuming universe all its own, the greatest podcast currently running, those who don’t fight won’t survive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noah Landowski
    United States6 months ago
  • luv

    I luv this pod it imbues me with a sense of hope and inspiration. Zach Langley Chi Chi is a great conversationalist and makes the guests feel comfy enough to express vulnerability and playfulness. I also enjoy the moody ambient train sounds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maret.m
    Canada3 years ago
  • my favorite podcast

    zach has an infectious personality! he has an eye for art and beauty in all the small things in life like no one else, and it makes for a wonderful listening experience. fantastic podcast overall

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gfull_1999
    United States3 years ago
  • Many stars

    I came for the bad gay takes and stayed for the vocal cadence

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henryjnprince
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • I LOVE THIS PODCAST

    The analysis of culture and art is so sharp and funny. Literally everything I’ve ever wanted in a pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gracehhhhhhhh
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for its deep discussions on identity, art, and media, resonating with audiences who enjoy thought-provoking content that also entertains.
Many find the interplay between humor and serious topics refreshing, noting the vibrant discussions that invite introspection on societal issues.
Listeners appreciate the exploration of cultural themes and personal narratives, often highlighting the engaging and humorous delivery of the host.

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LIFE WITHOUT SEX with maggie and maggie's ex-girlfriend
Q: What do you think about same-sex parents?
I think it's fine, but I do feel like you probably need some type of parental figure in your life of the opposite gender.
LIFE WITHOUT SEX with maggie and maggie's ex-girlfriend
Q: What are your feelings about artificial insemination?
I think it should be much more heavily regulated.
OHTANI SHOHEI AND THE MASCULINE DIVINE with rare candy
Q: How does the marketing imagery around Ohtani impact his public persona?
The use of multiple striking images of him creates a surreal experience for the public, cementing his iconic status.
CHI CHIのBOOK CLUB第5: HAPPENING
Q: What was like the context in which you read this?
Each participant shared their emotional reactions and circumstances while reading the book, from tranquil settings to unsettling contexts revealing the tension of the narrative.
SILENCE with stephen zerance
Q: How would you approach the fundamental quandary of the text regarding faith and suffering?
I mean, I guess I'm trampling on the Fumiei just because to stop the suffering of other people for something quite almost meaningless in terms of the grand scheme of things.

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Exploring the intersection of art, culture, and identity, this audio experience features discussions on a diverse range of topics including LGBTQ+ themes, contemporary media, and various forms of artistic expression. Noteworthy subjects include film analyses, literary critiques, and personal anecdotes that blend humor with introspection, creating a unique narrative style that resonates with listeners. The host's dynamic personality brings a vibrant energy to each conversation, making complex cultural themes accessible and engaging, often with a playful twist that invites audience reflection on societal norms and personal experiences.

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