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Beyoncé
Pop Culture
Taylor Swift
The White Lotus
Golden Globes
Oscars
Broadway
Lady Gaga
Hollywood
Emmy Nominations
Rupaul's Drag Race
Oscar Nominations
SNL 50
Tony Awards
Survivor
Kamala Harris
Wicked
Katy Perry
Karla Sofia Gascón
Cowboy Carter

The mics are on, the takes are heating up, and awards season isn't going to comment on itself. Join Louis Virtel (Jimmy Kimmel Live!) and Nina Parker (Friday Night Vibes, E! News) every week as they descend into the gorgeous wreckage of pop culture, unpacking the biggest stories in TV, film, and entertainment news. But they don't stop at celebrity NEWS, they also bring you celebrity GUESTS! We're ... more

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Latest Episodes

Louis and Nina review Mike Flanagan’s “Carrie” series. Then, they discuss the insanity behind Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s pseudo-documentary “You Can See Everything.” Plus, Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix from “Lemme Say This” stop by to talk d... more

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Louis and Nina take a closer look at Shane Gillis’s controversial "Saturday Night Live" monologue. Then, the two review Netflix’s “East of Eden” adaptation and the original 1955 film. Plus, “East of Eden” actress Martha Plimpton stops by to discuss h... more

Louis and Nina uplift Tinashe while discussing her new album “Popstar.” Then, the two review Tom Cruise’s wild press run and even wilder performance in the movie “Digger.” Plus, they chat about Robert Pattinson’s sinister take on Chris Hansen in “Pri... more

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Nina and guest host Mariah Smith (“Smith Sisters”) chat about the VMAs, Madonna and Taylor Swift’s award sweeps and whether MTV can revive the ceremony. Then, the pair review Netflix’s “A Different World” reboot and its “90’s fine” cast. Plus, Louis ... more

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Recent Guests

Hunter Harris
Culture writer for New York Magazine, Gossip Girl writer, and pop culture newsletter author
New York Magazine
Episode: I Would Do a Theranos w. Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix
Peyton Dix
Writer whose work has appeared in InStyle and Vogue, and co-host of Lemme Say This
Lemme Say This
Episode: I Would Do a Theranos w. Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix
Martha Plimpton
Emmy Award-winning, three-time Tony-nominated actress known for The Goonies, Raising Hope and The Good Wife
Episode: Live From New York, It's Misogyny! w. Martha Plimpton
Jessica Lange
Award-winning actress; star of Long Day's Journey into Night
Actor
Episode: Make It Wayne w. Mariah Smith & Jessica Lange
Diarra Kilpatrick
Actress, writer, producer; interview guest
Paramount+/Detroit project
Episode: Detroitside Whimsy w. Diarra Kilpatrick
Justin Sylvester
Emmy-nominated media personality and host on E!
E! News / Yestergays
Episode: Behind Emmy Lines w. Justin Sylvester
Bresha Webb
Actress, comedian; star of LOL Live with Bresha Webb
Episode: No One’s Above the Law Roach w. Bresha Webb
Joel Kim Booster
Comedian, Emmy-nominated writer, actor, producer; star of Intimacy Coordinator
Actor/Comedian
Episode: We’ll Always Have Perez w. Joel Kim Booster
Monica Barbaro
Academy Award-nominated actress; Bay Area native; star of One Night Only
One Night Only (film)
Episode: Petal for Your Thoughts

Hosts

Louis Virtel
Host of the show; long-time Keep It! regular known for guiding conversations and introducing segments.
Nina Parker
Co-host introducing guests and guiding conversation; provides reactions and banter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 13.5k ratings
  • So sad

    I have listened since day 1 but Nina is not it. She never stops talking.

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    CMC22666
    United States12 days ago
  • Nina laboring

    Update 10/14: we’ve sunk to episodes called “live from New York, it’s misogyny” followed by a discussion that’s just about as interesting as the title implies. The Nina experience continues to push a show that always felt so fresh into a litany of self righteous takes that harken to the most tedious moments of woke 1 culture policing….

    While it was sad to see Ira go, Louis did an incredible job striking a strong rapport with myriad guest hosts. Unfortunately, Nina just feels so one dimensiona... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ElJorgecito
    United States12 days ago
  • Time to call it

    This is not working. Please bring back Guy 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RedPez
    United States13 days ago
  • This used to be my favorite show

    “Have you read the book?” “I’m familiar with the book from pop culture, I haven’t read the book”

    What kind of takes are these?!?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ALHackney
    United States13 days ago
  • Not the same

    I miss the old show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    emma 🦙
    United States13 days ago

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Some listeners miss the original dynamic and prefer more guest-host rotations or Louis solo episodes.
Listeners praise smart, witty banter and strong guest lineups.
Many enjoy Nina Parker's presence as co-host and the quick, insider turns.

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Live From New York, It's Misogyny! w. Martha Plimpton
Q: Can you tell us about this new venture?
Plimpton says she joined The Lowdown season two during production after being invited by Ethan Hawke and drawn to Sterling Harjo's storytelling. She plays Sheriff Vella Thorne, a smart, well-dressed county sheriff involved in questionable dealings.
Live From New York, It's Misogyny! w. Martha Plimpton
Q: How do you tap into declining like that in such a tragic way?
Plimpton says the novel provided a clear character roadmap, and that she played the scenes by staying present with Florence Pugh and the other actresses. She appreciates how audiences have responded to Faye's tragic decline.
I Would Do a Theranos w. Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix
Q: Is there a guest that you guys really want to have on this year or within the next few months?
Hunter says NeNe Leakes is at the top of her list, while the hosts mention Robert Pattinson as another guest the pair would like to book.
I Would Do a Theranos w. Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix
Q: Do you prefer agreeing or disagreeing when it comes to a pop cultural topic?
Hunter Harris and Peyton Dix prefer disagreeing, saying it is more fun to debate and ruffle feathers while respecting each other.
Petal for Your Thoughts
Q: How hard is it to film a rom-com compared to other genres for you?
Monica explains that rom-coms combine love, humor, and chaos, and notes the importance of genuine emotional responses over stiff performance, with a focus on making the world feel alive and chaotic in a controlled way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Keep It!

What is Keep It! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced pop-culture roundtable that blends sharp takes on TV, film, and celebrity news with candid interviews. Across episodes, the conversation often moves between industry dynamics, award-season chatter, and deep dives into performers' bodies of work, all delivered with witty banter, sharp humor, and a willingness to mix highbrow references with light, playful debate. Sponsors punctuate the rhythm, but the core draw remains the hosts' chemistry and a revolving roster of guests from acting, directing, and journalism, offering inside perspectives on fame, media, and contemporary culture. A standout edge is the willingness to push boundaries and skew toward both nostalgia and current trends, making it feel like a lively salon for cultur... more

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2. Peyton Dix
3. Martha Plimpton
4. Jessica Lange
5. Diarra Kilpatrick
6. Justin Sylvester
7. Bresha Webb
8. Joel Kim Booster

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