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RnR with Courtney Act

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Politics
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Nicole Byer
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Hosted by drag icon and global superstar Courtney Act, RnR dives straight into the heart of life’s big questions. Joined by celebrity guests and experts, Courtney explores what unites us beyond the surface. Let's skip the small talk and go deep; in the way only a drag queen can!

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Latest Episodes

It’s the Season Finale of RnR and Courtney is joined by Survivor superstar and unapologetic TV villain Parvati Shallow to talk about why she doesn’t strive to be a good girl anymore, and how it feels to have the gays recognize her game play on Surviv... more

Courtney is joined by her drag sister, close friend, and executive producer of this podcast, Willam, to talk about his entrepreneurial spirit, why he’s always standing up for the underdog, and what’s really at the heart of his beef with World of Wond... more

Margaret Cho joins Courtney this week to discuss her early days as a Hollywood starlet, her groundbreaking sitcom ‘All American Girl,’ and when Shirley MacLaine walked in on her in the bathroom. Plus they talk about polyamory versus swinging, and why... more

Casey Newton is the co-host of The New York Times podcast ‘Hardfork’ and author of the tech newsletter 'Platformer,' and he's also Courtney's favorite new source! Casey joins Courtney for chats about how tech news touches everything, why we should al... more

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Recent Guests

Parvati Shallow
Reality television contestant known for her villainous persona on Survivor
Survivor
Episode: Parvati Shallow
Franchesca Ramsey
Creator and star of MTV Decoded, writer, actress, public speaker
Episode: Franchesca Ramsey
Jackie Beat
Drag legend and comedian, known for her parodies and contributions to queer comedy.
Episode: Jackie Beat
Adore Delano
Singer, actress, rock star and Libra known for her participation in RuPaul's Drag Race and her music career.
Episode: Adore Delano
Tom Daley
Olympic gold medalist diver, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate
Made With Love
Episode: Tom Daley
Katya Zamolochikova
Cross-dressing entertainer and performer
Episode: Katya
Nicole Byer
Episode: RnR with Courtney Act Premiere
Tom Daly
Episode: RnR with Courtney Act Premiere
Margaret Cho
Episode: RnR with Courtney Act Premiere

Host

Courtney Act
Courtney Act is a drag icon and global superstar known for her engaging and thoughtful approach to hosting. She captives audiences with her charisma and humor, facilitating deep conversations that challenge conventional thinking.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Best new podcast!

    Thoughtful and engaging. Looking forward to more!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mightyjoe5280
    United States3 months ago
  • Fresh and fun

    Courtney delivers a fun and fresh format that takes you through the minds of wonderful guests. Entertaining, funny and enlightening. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McLiebro
    Canada3 months ago
  • Total Disappointment

    As a fan of Courtney Act, I was really looking forward to this new podcast so it pains me to admit that the episodes I’ve listened to, so far, have been very disappointing. Most of us listen to these podcasts with the intention of being entertained and take our minds away from the dumpster fire that our world is right now. We don’t come on here to wanting to hear Jackie Beat go off on a never-ending tirade about her dislike of Trump. And is it so hard to accept that not all of us gays are Godles... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JumpinAndy
    United States3 months ago
  • Caught in the act…and joined!

    We all know season 6 is easily one of the top 3 Drag Race seasons so far, and it’s so fantastic to see/hear Courtney Act sharing her gifts with us.

    One of my goals in life is to be on a first name basis with Katya, and so with her as the first guest it made it easy for me to give this a try.

    Then I couldn’t stop. Tom, Adore, JACKIE -THE MOTHERTUCKING LEGEND- BEAT

    Courtney’s interview style allows her guests to be as colorful, sincere, and bold as they wish - which lends this pod a refreshing ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ListeningColten
    United States3 months ago
  • Hooked

    I absolutely love this Pod. Courtney is such an impressive and agile conversationalist. You can tell that she really believes it when she says storytelling is man’s greatest invention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgasl11
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Some feedback indicates dissatisfaction, particularly from those seeking lighter, less politically infused topics, suggesting a desire for balance in content.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and engaging content, often highlighting the unique blend of humor and deep inquiry.
Many express excitement over the host's ability to connect with guests on both personal and societal levels, creating enriching conversations.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Willam
Q: How do you think people see you and how do you want them to see you?
Willam expresses a desire for people to remember him as someone who made them happy.
Willam
Q: Is that a fair statement?
Willam reflects on holding people accountable and aims to be a voice for those who feel they can't speak out.
Margaret Cho
Q: Does your new album, Lucky Gift, have any political messages in it?
Yes, I wrote a song for a teenager who passed away due to bullying and I want to give hope to young non-binary people.
Margaret Cho
Q: Do you think we need to fight harder more than ever?
I don't want to find out. I want to just keep fighting harder than ever just to ensure we are not kidding ourselves in thinking that it's going to be fine.
Margaret Cho
Q: Margaret, you've always taken me as an artist who just doesn't give a fuck. Is that something you had to foster?
I think you do care what people think; you have to, as an entertainer, it's important to have positive feedback. But it takes a long time to make it seem like I don't.

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With an emphasis on profound conversations, the show explores the complexities of identity, representation, and personal transformation in today's polarized society. Through candid discussions with various celebrity guests, the focus extends beyond typical surface-level dialogues to tackle pressing social issues and personal stories. The host, a drag icon, injects humor and sincerity into these interactions, creating a unique blend of laughter and introspection that appeals to a diverse audience.

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Recent guests on RnR with Courtney Act include:

1. Parvati Shallow
2. Franchesca Ramsey
3. Jackie Beat
4. Adore Delano
5. Tom Daley
6. Katya Zamolochikova
7. Nicole Byer
8. Tom Daly

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