Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about the Senate vote on the Women’s Health Protection Act, start their own religion and come for your semen. Then Michaela Watkins and Akilah Hughes talk about the Matt Gaetz tweet and the “cat lady” trope. Plus, I Feel Petty!
Nov 23
This F*cking Guy: Alex Jones
<p>Erin and Alyssa dive into the past of moronic conspiracy theorist, Alex Jones. From the conspiracy theory bible that inspired Infowars, to spreading 9/11 false flag propaganda that grew his following, to having vein-popping tantrums that would terrify most cardiologists, to ow ... Show More
56m 44s
Nov 20
About The Girls w. Abby Phillip
<p>Erin and Alyssa give a big update on Epstein news, from Congress’s measure to compel the DOJ to release the files, Megyn Kelly’s disgusting (and confusing) pedophilia apologia, and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Makeover-Apology Tour. Then CNN’s Abby Phillip joins to discuss her new ... Show More
1h 50m
Nov 18
How do we grow a progressive media ecosystem? (Crooked Con)
<p>Progressives are way behind in building a media architecture that supports our movement. The good news is that we have an opportunity to experiment, innovate, and deliver products that cut through the noise and actually make a difference. Erin Ryan hosts Meredith Lynch, creato ... Show More
1h 9m
Aug 2021
“Honey, I Hired the Kids” (with Jennifer Coolidge)
<p>Ira and Aida discuss Hollywood nepotism, Billie Eilish’s sophomore album, Saweetie’s McDonald’s meal, Matt Damon and homophobic slurs, and DaBaby’s lazy apology. Plus, Jennifer Coolidge joins to discuss <em>The White Lotus</em>, the writers and directors who championed her car ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2021
“House of Cuomo” (with Chrishell Stause)
<p>Ira, Louis, and guest host Aminatou Sow discuss the downfall of brothers Andrew and Chris Cuomo and other American dynasties, Jeremy Strong’s polarizing New Yorker profile, Colton Haynes’ first-person account of being gay in Hollywood, Tom Holland as Fred Astaire, Alice Sebold ... Show More
1h 29m
Nov 2021
"What Nancy Meyers Fans Want" (with Gaby Hoffmann)
<p>Ira, Louis, and guest host Sylvia Obell discuss Chris Pratt as Garfield, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson's alleged romance, the <em>Real Housewives of Dubai</em>, <em>Days of Our Lives</em> revisiting Marlena's possession storyline, classic Meryl Streep films, and the latest ... Show More
1h 26m
May 2021
“Some Like It Flamin’ Hot” (with Wanda Sykes)
<p>Ira, Louis, and Aida discuss the Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin controversy, Ellen canceling her show, Israel's social media manager, the Dear Evan Hansen trailer, and racist tweets against new iCarly star Laci Mosley. Plus, Wanda Sykes joins to discuss her new sitcom The Upshaws ... Show More
1h 17m
Mar 2021
"If You Like It Then You Shoulda Put An Album of the Year Grammy On It" (with Cheyenne Jackson)
<p>Ira, Louis, and Aida discuss the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, the Oscar noms and snubs, the Vatican's unsurprising take on gay marriage, JD Vance's run for office, and the painful conclusion to <em>The Bachelor</em>. Plus, Cheyenne Jackson joins to discuss multi-camera acting on ... Show More
1h 25m
Oct 2022
Persuasion Isn’t Dead with Anand Giridharadas
<p>For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click <a href="https://youtu.be/tJhAwbyBa7U" target="_blank">here</a>. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa ... Show More
56m 14s
Dec 2021
“Pull Up in the Sondheim” (with Porsha Williams)
<p>Ira, Louis, and guest host Zach Stafford discuss Sondheim’s legacy, Virgil Abloh, the Grammys, the new Jussie Smollet trial, and share Keep It’s First Annual Holiday Gift Guide. Plus, Porsha Williams joins to discuss her time on <em>Real Housewives</em> and her new memoir <em> ... Show More
1h 30m
Dec 2022
“Kevin’s Gavel In A Vice.”
<p>Marjorie Taylor Greene says she would’ve organized a more successful coup, Kevin McCarthy still cant find 218 votes for speaker, and Sen. Kyrsten Sinema leaves the Democratic Party. Then, Sen. Brian Schatz stops by to talk about democracy, the debt ceiling, Twitter, and Hanukk ... Show More
52m 18s
Mar 2021
“Satan Boy Summer” (with Naomi Ekperigin and Megan Gailey)
<p>Ira, Louis, and Aida discuss Lil Nas X’s devilish new single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name),” HBO’s Tina Turner doc, Ariana Grande joining <em>The Voice</em>, Addison Rae’s Jimmy Fallon appearance, Chet Hanks’ introduction of White Boy Summer, and more. Plus, Naomi Ekperigin ... Show More
1h 24m