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Keep It!

Keep It!
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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Louis Virtel and Nina Parker chat about Emmy nominations, Sam Neill's passing and Jay-Z’s sold out Yankee Stadium residency. Then, the two dish about divas in a Hudson Williams paparazzi scuffle-inspired game.

For a transcript of this episode, pleas... more

Louis Virtel welcomes Emmy nominated television host Nina Parker as the new co-host of Keep It! Nina and Louis dive right into Taylor Swift’s wedding at Madison Square Garden and Madonna’s latest album “Confessions II.” Then, the two exchange pop cul... more

Louis Virtel is joined by film critic Alonso Duralde to chat queer cinema and Duralde’s book Hollywood Pride: A Celebration OF LGBTQ+ Representation and Perseverance in Film. Then the two get into Toy Story 5 and how the franchise has held up over 30... more

Louis Virtel is joined by culture reporter Kyle Buchanan to discuss pop it-girl Olivia Rodrigo's new album before diving into Steven Spielberg's new movie Disclosure Day and whether he still has his finger on the pulse. Plus, Matt Rogers stops by to ... more

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Recent Guests

Murray Bartlett
Actor, star of The Death of Robin Hood
Film industry
Episode: You’ve Got a Friend in Dorothy with Murray Bartlett and Alonso Duralde
Alonso Duralde
Film critic and author
Film criticism and journalism
Episode: You’ve Got a Friend in Dorothy with Murray Bartlett and Alonso Duralde
Matt Rogers
Actor, comedian, and host of The Culture Awards; guest on episode
Los Culturas / Stop! That! Train
Episode: Full Disclosure Day with Matt Rogers and Kyle Buchanan
Wendi McLendon-Covey
Actress and comedian, star of St. Denis Medical
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Episode: P!nk Tony Club with Wendi McLendon-Covey, Chris Schleicher and Rheeqrheeq Chainey
Samara Weaving
Australian actress and horror icon known for Ready or Not, Scream 6, The Babysitter
Film actress
Episode: Backrooms With A View with Samara Weaving and Bryan Safi
Mandy Moore
Actress and singer, returning guest
The Breadwinner (film)
Episode: The Colbert Necessities with Mandy Moore and Guy Branum
Taylour Paige
Actress known for Zola, It, Welcome to Dairy, and I Love Boosters
Actor/Film
Episode: Jane Fonda’s Favorite Husband with Taylour Paige, Chris Schleicher and Gus Hickey
Rheeqrheeq Chainey
Designer and fashion commentator
Public figure on Keep It!
Episode: Why Is No One Ready? with Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kyle Buchanan
Tony Goldwyn
Actor known for Scandal, Hacks, Law & Order, Oppenheimer
Actor
Episode: The Famesick Monster with Tony Goldwyn and Rheeqrheeq Chainey

Hosts

Louis Virtel
Host of Keep It, Crooked Media; Emmy-nominated TV writer with deep pop culture knowledge.
Nina Parker
Guest co-host and pop culture journalist; offers TV/celebrity insight and a sharp perspective on media narratives.
Rheeqrheeq Chainey
Designer and fashion commentator; provides fashion critique and industry observations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 13.5k ratings
  • Fave show but chill on reviews

    My absolute favorite podcast but PLEASE wait at least 2/3

    weeks for your movie reviews. I have to turn the pod off every time they start to avoid spoilers or at least move them to the end of the pod. They come

    Out way too soon after the movies are released.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Tor Vullo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fallen off

    This show used to be sooo good when Ira and Louis were on and elite when Aida was on too. I would look forward to Wednesday every week. It is boring and pretentious now and catering mostly to white people that have all the same opinions (Guy Branum and guys named Kyle). It’s only listenable with Nina Parker is on. Please find Louis a better cohost!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Anonynonymous22
    United States2 months ago
  • Keep THIS!

    I used to find Ira annoying, mostly his needless name dropping and sub par interviewing skills. What I find more annoying? Guest hosts who cannot keep up with Lewis. THIS panel is what I wanna SEEEE (would have loved a Guy Branum addition). It’s so refreshing to have co-hosts with strong and clear opinions about the topics. I miss Ira’s vast cultural competency and knowledge to match Lewis’. This episode was such a refreshing return to form. More of this please. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ackafool
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the recent co-hosts

    I have a been a day 1 listener and I obviously miss Ira but Louis will always keep me coming back. Guy, Rhee Rhee and Nina have been my favorite returning co-hosts and any combo of them or all of them rotating would be a great addition.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarinaNB
    United States3 months ago
  • Loling

    Ivy Wolk big second host energy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rawrry4736
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise sharp takes, humor, and insider industry perspectives; some miss prior hosts and dynamics.
Nina Parker's chemistry with Louis is a recurring favorite; many want her as a permanent co-host.
Co-hosts with strong opinions and knowledge elevate discussions.

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Talking Points

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Full Disclosure Day with Matt Rogers and Kyle Buchanan
Q: Which Spielberg performance stands out most to you, and why?
The classic answer is Harrison Ford in the first Indiana Jones film for vulnerability and warmth, which sets a benchmark for complex heroism that the newer film doesn't meet.
Full Disclosure Day with Matt Rogers and Kyle Buchanan
Q: What's your take on the end of Disclosure Day and why it doesn't work for you?
The climactic reveal and the reaction to it feel forced and not grounded in how normal people would respond, making the final act feel more like a Banksy exhibit than a lived-in moment of newsbreaking realism.
Full Disclosure Day with Matt Rogers and Kyle Buchanan
Q: What do you think makes Olivia Rodrigo's latest album distinctive in how it blends influences?
The album feels specific and mature, signaling that Rodrigo is getting more defined as she becomes more famous, with a cleaner voice and a willingness to collaborate with artists like Robert Smith to push into alt-rock territory.
Backrooms With A View with Samara Weaving and Bryan Safi
Q: What attracted you to the role in Carolina Caroline, and how did your chemistry with Kyle Gullnur influence the performances?
Samara explains that the chemistry between the leads felt authentic and was essential to the film's energy, and that collaboration with the director and co-star allowed them to organically develop scenes, even rewriting the ending to better fit their dynamic.
P!nk Tony Club with Wendi McLendon-Covey, Chris Schleicher and Rheeqrheeq Chainey
Q: How do you feel about the balance of veterans and newcomers at the Tonys this year?
There's a tension between honoring established stars and spotlighting new talent, which the speakers see as essential for keeping the ceremony engaging and relevant.

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

This show blends pop culture intrigue with sharp political and social commentary from a queer-leaning host with a deep catalog of celebrity and industry knowledge. Episodes frequently feature high-profile actors, directors, writers, and critics, delivering candid career anecdotes, industry insights, and playful debates about awards seasons, fashion moments, and media narratives. A standout quality is the rotating roster of energetic co-hosts and guests who spark lively banter with informed, sometimes provocative takes, making it a go-to for listeners who want both cultural gossip and thoughtful critique. The format pairs fast-paced discussions with occasional sponsor reads, keeping conversations brisk yet substantive and entertaining for fa... more

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2. Alonso Duralde
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4. Wendi McLendon-Covey
5. Samara Weaving
6. Mandy Moore
7. Taylour Paige
8. Rheeqrheeq Chainey

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