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'Stepmom' Rewatch

ERK invites you to his inaugural STEPMOM rewatch party with special guests LIAM AIKEN (the actor who portrays Ben in Stepmom) and GABRIELLA KAREFA-JOHNSON (VOGUE’s global fashion editor at large). Listen as the three discuss the 1998 classic starring JULIA ROBERTS and SUSAN SARANDON and why it’s the greatest movie of all time—despite it’s not so great reviews. They cover it all: the chic 90s fashion, the breathtaking set design, the relatable characters, the magical JOHN WILLIAMS score, and the empathetic direction by CHRIS COLUMBUS. An exclusive behind the scenes look at the movie that, simply put, has no notes. Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 20221h 21m

Christine Baranski

ERK chats with Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Christine Baranski joins us on the Season 3 finale of SHUT UP EVAN to discuss her robust oeuvre, from 9 1/2 WEEKS AND JEFFREY to THE ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES and CRUEL INTENTIONS, and yes, we even discuss some of her deep cuts like BOWFINGER and MARCI X. We also chat about that viral Met Gala photo with Elon Musk, befriending Stephen Sondheim, her love of classical music, early lessons she got in her career as an actress, the possibility of MAMMA MIA 3 and so much more. Plus, we're joined by 6'5" actor Lee Pace, Selma Blair and Baranski's daughter, Isabel Cowles, all of whom are calling in with questions. All that, and journalist Jazmine Hughes joins us to discuss her poignant new profile of Whoopi Goldberg that appeared in THE NEW YORK TIMES.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 20221h 25m

Hannah Einbinder

ERK chats with 2x Emmy-nominated HACKS star Hannah Einbinder about her historic LATE SHOW set that caused COVID (JK), the rare chemistry between her and her HACKS co-star Jean Smart, guest judging on DRAG RACE, whether Timmy Chalamet was right about societal collapse being in the air, dressing for a stand-up set, her days as a cheer person and how being raised by two former drug addicts shaped her views on drugs. Plus we're joined by Season 1 guest Katya Zamolodchikova, Cheyenne Jackson, Paul W. Downs and Alex Edelman. All that, plus we're discussing NYFW and a little thing I went and did called getting engaged.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 20221h 21m

Tomás Matos

ERK chats with FIRE ISLAND breakout star Tomás Matos about filming one of this summer's biggest hits, growing up in Staten Island, how their family learned to not only respect, but affirm their non-binary identity, their life as a member of the House of Miyake-Mugler, experiencing gender euphoria, plus their thoughts on Demi Lovato, THEY/THEM, Bad Bunny and more. Plus, their FIRE ISLAND co-stars Bowen Yang and James Scully phone in to ask a question. All that, plus we're chatting Lea Michele's inability to evade the rumor that she can't read and how Provincetown changed my life forever.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 6, 20221h 23m

Murray Bartlett

ERK chats with LOOKING, TALES OF THE CITY and Emmy-nominated WHITE LOTUS star Murray Bartlett about his early life growing up in Australia, working in hospitality, breaking into the industry, choosing to be out as opposed to having a coming out, the death of Olivia Newton-John, his SEX AND THE CITY appearance, nude scenes, working with Mike White and Jennifer Coolidge, his love of Provincetown and his upcoming appearance on the highly-anticipated HBO show THE LAST OF US. Plus, Sydney Sweeney, Juliette Lewis and Lukas Gage get some questions in as well. All that, plus we're discussing Aidan's return to the SATC universe, 6'5" actor Lee Pace, and death.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 20221h 15m

Jinkx Monsoon

ERK chats with RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Season 5 winner and RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS Season 7 winner, the only two-time crowned queen in the franchise, Jinkx Monsoon. Hot off her crowning, Jinkx talks how she was convinced to return to the show nearly a decade later, the character she almost did for Snatch Game, the fellow winners she was most surprised to see weren't there and more, plus we talk Barbie, Patti LuPone, finding queerness in Portland and why airports are among the most transphobic places. Plus, Hari Nef, Antoni Porowski and Detox get some questions in as well. All that, plus we're discussing Demi Lovato's decision to add "she/her" back among her preferred pronouns.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 9, 20221h 5m

D'Arcy Carden

ERK chats with D'Arcy Carden, the Emmy-nominated star of THE GOOD PLACE and the upcoming Amazon Prime series A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN. They discuss her time working at The Ride, her appearance in the short films, MOB WIVES and MOB WIVES 2: THE CHRISTENING, Greta Gerwig's BARBIE, AND JUST LIKE THAT, befriending idols, hating men, working with Jennifer Coolidge and loving Jennifer Aniston. Plus, Ilana Glazer, Kate Berlant, and Michelle Collins get some questions in as well. All that, plus we're discussing the chicest wind chime and reviewing Jamie Lee Curtis's My Hand In Your merch offerings.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Use code ERK50 for 50% off your first order from CANN using this link https://glnk.io/jr05/evanrosskatz2Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 20221h 10m

Selma Blair

ERK chats with CRUEL INTENTIONS, LEGALLY BLONDE and THE SWEETEST THING screen icon Selma Blair. The two chat about having her wedding dresses designed by Karl Lagerfeld, spending time with Britney Spears in rehab (and keeping her wig), her friendship with Carrie Fisher and the pranks they played on Debbie Reynolds, her cameo in SCREAM 2, why she's bit so many Hollywood's A-listers, why she loves a good hotel more than just about anything, the role that got away, her thoughts on Neve Campbell backing out of SCREAM 6 over a salary dispute, and what public humiliation taught her about fortitude. All that, plus her friends Sarah Michelle Gellar, Molly Shannon, and Jamie-Lynn Sigler are hopping by to ask some questions. That, plus we're discussing Shawn Mendes, grief, and REAL HOUSEWIVES ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 20221h 27m

John Early

ERK chats with alt comedy king John Early, star of the new Peacock special "Would It Kill You To Laugh?" Early's credits include SEARCH PARTY, OTHER PEOPLE, BEATRIZ AT DINNER, WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER and THE AFTERPARTY. The two discuss their time at NYU, gay Pride, John's Wikipedia entry, Suzanne Somers, Lisa Kudrow, and Jane Krakowski. Plus Lena Dunham, Amy Schumer and Adam Pally get in on the fun. All that, and our political correspondent Brain Derrick joins us to discuss the recent SCOTUS ruling on Roe v. Wade.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 20221h 20m

Colton Haynes

ERK chats with TEEN WOLF and ARROW star Colton Haynes about his revealing new memoir, MISS MEMORY LANE. The pair discuss Haynes's fraught childhood, growing up with an alcoholic mother, surviving sexual abuse, working as a sex worker, being forced to stay in the closet when he arrived in Hollywood, feuding with other out celebrities when he did finally come out, appearing in Lil Nas X's music video for INDUSTRY BABY, his friendship with Serena Williams, getting sober and so much more. Plus, Kiernan Shipka and Jesse Tyler Ferguson join us to ask Colton some deeply pressing questions. All that, and we're discussing Sarah Jessica Parker's recent statements about Kim Cattrall and the double-edged sword of the corporatization of Pride.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 20221h 29m

Christina Ricci

ERK chats with Christina Ricci, whose film credits include MERMAIDS, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CASPER, NOW & THEN, THE OPPOSITE OF SEX, FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS, SLEEPY HOLLOW, MONSTER, SPEED RACER, and THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS and whose television credits include THE LIZZIE BORDEN CHRONICLES, YELLOWJACKETS and the upcoming WEDNESDAY. They discuss her early life as a child star, developing her fashion style, the art of being interviewed, partying in New York City, learning how to smoke from Winona Ryder, why she wants to play an evil Tinker Bell, having her breasts digitally enhanced for a film poster, THE REAL HOUSEWIVES, her status as a gay icon and more.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia Asmuth Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 20221h 17m

Molly Shannon

ERK is joined by actress and comedian Molly Shannon to discuss her new memoir, HELLO MOLLY, as well as her work SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, THE WHITE LOTUS, THE OTHER TWO, SEX AND THE CITY, OTHER PEOPLE, working with Mike White, her favorite place to find chicken, throwing the "f*cks" around, her father's late-in-life coming out, why she can't get enough REAL HOUSEWIVES and more. Plus, Jennifer Coolidge, Sharon Stone, Heléne Yorke get in on the fun. Oh, and we surprise Molly with a very special guest: Her daughter Stella. All that, plus we're recapping the Met Gala and talking Kim Cattrall's recent comments about AND JUST LIKE THAT.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 20221h 13m

Gucci Reigns At the Met Gala: Stylists Kate Young, Elizabeth Stewart and Wayman & Micah

It's SHUT UP EVAN x GUCCI, baby. In a very special episode presented in collaboration with the storied Italian fashion house, ERK is interviewing four of the biggest stylists in Hollywood, responsible for three of the best looks at the 2022 Met Gala: Kate Young, who styled Dakota Johnson, Elizabeth Stewart, who styled Jessica Chastain, and Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald, who styled Jodie Turner-Smith. We'll chat with them about what they love most about the Met Gala, how the creative process plays out and why they each knew Gucci was the right fit for this year's Gilded Glamour-themed affair.Host: Evan Ross KatzEditor: Sophia AsmuthShow links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 202238 min

Harvey Fierstein

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ERK is joined by four-time Tony Award-winning actor and playwright Harvey Fierstein, whose notable works on stage and screen include HAIRSPRAY, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, TORCH SONG TRILOGY, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, KINKY BOOTS, FUNNY GIRL, MRS. DOUBTFIRE, INDEPENDENCE DAY, and MULAN. The pair discuss his new memoir, I WAS BETTER LAST NIGHT, early memories of growing up gay and Jewish in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, what it means to be a radical faerie, his thoughts on gender, visiting popular gay sex spots, God, heaven, the onset of AIDS and how it affected our community (and the factions within the queer community that had to come together), and so much more. Plus, Tony Award-winner Marissa Jaret Winokur calls in to surprise Harvey — and start a beef. All that, plus we're chatting my favorite himbo, Shawn Mendes, and attempting to unpack his recent Notes App mental health check-in.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20221h 8m

Symone

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ERK is joined by current reigning America's Drag Superstar, the winner of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Season 13, Symone, to chat about the year since her crowning, her Arkansas roots, discovering drag, how DRAG RACE differed from her expectations, rumors that her season's cast doesn't get along, whether or not she'd film the long-rumored ALL-WINNERS season, attending the 2021 Met Gala, appearing in Kacey Musgraves’s STAR CROSSED: THE FILM, her upcoming film debut in Billy Eichner's BROS, dating, hooking up, and so much more. Plus, fellow DRAG RACE superstars Raja, Priyanka and Gigi Goode and rapper Princess Nokia join us to get in on the fun. All that, plus a state of the union THE REAL HOUSEWIVES, the once behemoth franchise that feels like it's starting to show signs of fatigue (which, same).Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 20221h 31m

Cynthia Erivo

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ERK is joined by Grammy, Tony, and Emmy award-winning actor Cynthia Erivo to chat about her illustrious film, television, and stage career, which includes performances in THE COLOR PURPLE, CHEWING GUM, WIDOWS, BROAD CITY, BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALE, HARRIET and GENIUS: ARETHA as well as the upcoming roles as The Blue Fairy in Robert Zemeckis live-action/computer-animated musical film adaptation of PINOCCHIO and as Elphaba in the highly-anticipated film adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical WICKED. Additionally, they chat marathon running, feeling sexy, AND JUST LIKE THAT, coming out, her favorite musicals, Instagram close friends, working with female directors, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, and so much more. Plus, Ariana Grande joins us to get in on the fun. All that, plus a frank discussion about reading the comment section.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 20221h 14m

Colman Domingo

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ERK is joined by the multi-hyphenate savant, star of LINCOLN and SELMA, and IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK and EUPHORIA and FEAR OF THE WALKING DEAD and ZOLA and the upcoming RUSTIN and THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo. The pair discuss his upbringing in Philadelphia, working in the theater at the start of his career and into today, his gay nights out in NYC, finding love on Craigslist, his Oscar snub, which EUPHORIA character he's most like IRL, what he's cooking, how he manages to always land on a Best Dressed list, how his work "turns the dial on humanity." Plus, Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson get in on the fun. All that, plus an audio sample of my new book, INTO EVERY GENERATION A SLAYER IS BORN (out now).Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 20221h 31m

Sarah Paulson

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ERK is joined by the ultra-fabulous Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress Sarah Paulson. The two chat about CAROL (thank goodness), whether she'll ever star in a musical, AMERICAN HORROR STORY (is she done?), her Sondheim tattoo, THE REAL HOUSEWIVES, loving Holland Taylor, DOWN WITH LOVE, Prada, and red carpet criticism culture, STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP, playing queer roles, OCEAN'S 8 (will we get a sequel?) and so much more. Plus, Mandy Moore, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Dorinda Medley, and Carole Radziwill get in on the fun. All that, plus we're chatting Nicole Kidman and the ubiquity of the Miu Miu SS22 miniskirt sets.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 20221h 32m

Jonathan Groff

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ERK is indulging his inner theater kid by sitting down with Grammy Award-winner Jonathan Groff. The two chat about his original run in SPRING AWAKENING and bringing the cast back together for the recent 15th-anniversary concert, being closeted early in his career, growing up amongst the Amish, starring in THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS, Lea Michele, spit, getting naked on stage, DREAMGIRLS, Sutton Foster, Pamplemousse La Croix, his grooming routine, THE WHITE LOTUS and so much more. Plus, Groff's former LOOKING costar Murray Bartlett and Tony Award-winner Ben Platt join in on the fun. All that, plus we're chatting AND JUST LIKE THAT and giving a necessary postmortem on the show that had us gripped. Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrauseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 20221h 19m

Jennifer Coolidge

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ERK begins Season 3 with a "wee-hee" by sitting down face to face with Golden Globe-nominated actress Jennifer Coolidge. The two chat about THE WHITE LOTUS, Anna Nicole Smith, 9/11, rim jobs, Ariana Grande, LEGALLY BLONDE, injuries, Hollywood dreams, vegan pizza, partying with the cast of SURVIVOR, dating creeps, clubbing in the '80s, SEX AND THE CITY, hard-ons and so much more. Plus, her WHITE LOTUS co-stars Lukas Gage and Brittany O'Grady join in on the fun. All that, plus we're chatting about Miranda Hobbes getting finger banged on AND JUST LIKE THAT. A few weeks late to the conversation, yes, but we're not going to overlook this opportunity to break it all down.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Ryan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 20221h 44m

Zachary Quinto

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ERK signs off Season 2 with actor and producer Zachary Quinto. We discuss his past acting work including taking on one of the most iconic roles in film and television as Spock in STAR TREK, as well as his time on HEROES, AMERICAN HORROR STORY, SO NOTORIOUS and more, plus we discuss being gifted Tennessee Williams's coke spoon by Cherry Jones, our hometown of Pittsburgh, debauchery, social media cleansing, white privilege, sobriety, coming out and so much more. Plus, Sarah Paulson and Charlie Carver join in on the fun with some questions for Zach. All that, and Evan and Matt are bowing out of the season with a post-mortem and (long-winded?) discussion about social media fatigue.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 25, 20211h 37m

Sunny Hostin

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ERK chats with legal journalist, author and three-time Emmy winning co-host of THE VIEW, Sunny Hostin. We discuss her time as a federal prosecutor specializing in child sex crimes, never being formally introduced as a co-host on THE VIEW in 2016 and why that bothered her then and now, her least favorite guest on VIEW history, why she won't say D*nald Tr*mp's name on air, being a longtime and vocal ally to the LGBTQ+ community, authoring two books in the last year (including her new novel, SUMMER ON THE BLUFFS) and why she can't get enough science fiction. Plus, Evan and Matt are joined by former SHUT UP EVAN producer Alden Peters to discuss his new film, THE ROBOSEXUAL, and the Cock Destroyers disbanding and the drama (or lack thereof) of Tamisha Iman Tuesday.Show links:THE ROBOSEXUAL site http://robosexualfilm.com/  THE ROBOSEXUAL Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aldenpeters/the-robosexual-a-queer-sci-fi-film/Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 20211h 29m

Law Roach

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ERK chats with stylist and image architect Law Roach to chat about award's season, his work with Zendaya, Céline Dion, Tom Holland, Anya Taylor Joy and more, going vintage shopping or "junking" with his grandmother, his background in psychology (and the role that plays in his work today), disrupting the fashion industry, Dolce & Gabbana, his time on "America's Next Top Model," the importance of kindness and so much more. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the complex emotions surrounding Colton Underwood's coming out.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 20211h 30m

Anna Faris

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ERK chats with the iconic film and television star Anna Faris about her robust acting credits including SCARY MOVIE, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, THE HOUSE BUNNY, SMILEY FACE and MOM, as well as Chatroulette, the toxicity of social media, auditioning, the gift of getting older, Sarah Michelle Gellar, the hamster wheel of self-obsession and so much more. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the brouhaha over a certain photo of Khloé Kardashian, the Streisand Effect and the complexities and nuances of the body positivity movement.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 20211h 25m

Jordan Firstman

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ERK chats with writer and comedian Jordan Firstman to talk about him getting "COVID famous," amassing a following of A-listers including Jennifer Aniston, Orlando Bloom and Natalie Portman, Hollywood rejections, body image issues, his relationship with his father, insecurities, feuds, why gay people have trouble supporting other gay people and reconciling past versions of himself with the present. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss RuPaul's Drag Race UK: Season 2, the passing of the legendary Jessica Walter, the return. of "Survivor" and Lil Nas X's groundbreaking "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" video and accompanying letter he issued to his younger self.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 20211h 20m

Munroe Bergdorf

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ERK interviews model and activist Munroe Bergdorf. They discuss The Real Housewives, Britney Spears, Sophie, coming up in the UK club scene, corporate allyship, cancel culture, and how she sees the fashion industry evolving. All that, and Drag Race UK star Bimini Bon Boulash and stylist Harry Lambert also drop by to ask Munroe a few questions. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the allegations against designer Al*xander W*ng, and where this story nets out now that some sort of settlement with a number of his victims appears to have been reached.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 20211h 33m

Gabriel Ocasio-Cortez

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ERK interviews artist, activist and community organizer Gabriel Ocasio-Cortez. He discusses the impact of losing his father in his early teens, how the partial loss of his hearing impacted his life and decision to start the Deaf Collective, ableism on "RuPaul's Drag Race," homelessness, coming out to his family, how he handles the ongoing and relentless attacks on his sister, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Chromatica Oreo, why Instagram needs to add captions and, of course, Sarah Michelle Gellar. Plus, Evan and Matt chat with singer/songwriter Leland about crafting one of the biggest earworms of the century: "UK, Hun?".Show links:Full interview with closed captions can be found on YouTube https://youtu.be/t7FZnBOiC5gGet bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 20211h 27m

Tavi Gevinson

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ERK interviews writer, magazine editor and actress Tavi Gevinson. She discusses her early days in fashion, including starting her blog Style Rookie at 12 years old, hobnobbing with celebrities like Karl Lagerfeld and Courtney Love, her Bat Mitzvah, why she told Ivanka Trump's sister-in-law, model Karlie Kloss to "give it a rest," working on the upcoming Gossip Girl reboot and her infamous tenure at 300 Ashland, a high rise in downtown Brooklyn that Gevinson was ~controversially~ being paid to advertise on social media. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer stars Charisma Carpenter, Amber Benson and Michelle Trachtenberg's allegations against J*ss Wh*don.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20211h 31m

Carla Lalli Music

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Evan Ross Katz chats food world superstar and James Beard-winning cookbook author Carla Lalli Music to discuss her time as the first general manager of the first Shake Shack location, developing her perspective around what is "good" food, her abrupt August exit from Bon Appétit, white privilege, parenting in a pandemic, why you shouldn't buy knives online and so much more. Plus, Evan chats with Veronica Leventhal, the step-daughter of one of the Real Housewives franchises's most controversial figures about having Kelly Dodd as a stepmother.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 20211h 23m

Guy Branum

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Evan Ross Katz chats with writer, comedian and talk show host Guy Branum to discuss the "gay civil war" brought about by @gaysovercovid, his support of former mayor and incoming transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, recognizing himself in queer media, what passes for body positivity within the gay community, shaming as a vehicle for change and so much more. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the "Sex and the City" continuation, Armie Hammer and why a certain subset of gay men just can't stop partying amidst a global pandemic.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 20211h 23m

Tara Reid

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ERK interviews actress, producer and star of the upcoming “Masha's Mushroom” film anthology Tara Reid. She discusses her roles in “The Big Lebowski,” “Urban Legend,” “Cruel Intentions,” “American Pie,” “Josie and the Pussycats” (“Josie and the Pussycats 2”?), “The Crow: Wicked Prayer” and the “Sharknado” franchise. Plus, she discusses the Hollywood of the late 90's/early 00's, her iconic 2016 interview with J*nny McC*rthy, “Taradise” (!!) and turning the tables on her party girl reputation. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss and dissect Tara Reid as a cultural figure AKA put some respect on her name.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 20201h 10m

Dida Ritz

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Evan Ross Katz interviews "RuPaul's Drag Race" Season 4 cast member Dida Ritz. The dancing diva discuss her underrated run on the show, friction with the judging panel, lip syncing to Natalie Cole's "This Will Be," regrets, respect, religion, aging feuds, and why we have yet to see her return for "All Stars." Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the much opined about queer Christmas flick "Happiest Season."Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 20201h 20m

Devon Sawa

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Evan Ross Katz interviews actor Devon Sawa. They discuss his early film work including "Casper," "Now & Then," and "Little Giants," getting sober, baking bread in quarantine, fatherhood, working with greats like Sylvester Stallone and Sharon Stone, playing the titular role in Eminem's "Stan" music video, why he didn't return for "Final Destination 2" and the double edged sword of being a former child star. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the brouhaha from all directions over Harry Styles history-making "Vogue" cover.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 20201h 25m

Retta

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Evan Ross Katz interviews campaign strategist and Instagram sensation Brian Derrick to get his run-down on the 2020 election and interviews Parks and Recreation and Good Girls star Retta. They discuss why her name was not included in the Parks opening credits for six seasons, fans confusing her for the characters she plays, dressing for red carpets as a plus-size person in Hollywood, the perfect cup of coffee, bingeing Buffy, the emotional toll of living through multiple pandemics and her podcast with Rosario Dawson commemorating 100 years of the 19th Amendment and women's constitutional right to vote.Show links:Donate to Matt's Extra Life Campaign: https://bit.ly/3eLgKqH Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 20201h 20m

Jimbo

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Evan Ross Katz interviews RuPaul's Drag Race: Canada star Jimbo. They discuss his experience on the show, frustration with the judging panel, portraying Joan Rivers for the Snatch Game, his iconic outburst and unwillingness to let the show craft his narrative, his early life growing up with an abusive father, discovering drag as means to unlocking his queerness, plus Drag Race winner Aquaria stops by to get in on the action. Plus, Evan and Matt discuss the Chris Pratt Twitter drama™.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 20201h 25m

Chloe Fineman

Evan Ross Katz interviews Saturday Night Live star Chloe Fineman. They discuss her time on the show, Judaism, NYU, her impersonations of stars ranging from Sarah Michelle Gellar to Meryl Streep to Timothée Chalamet, her "problematic" relationship with comedy, meeting Tomi Lahren, backlash to her Britney Spears impression, her robust wig collection, why Tiger King's Carole Baskin wants to slap her and more.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 20201h 7m

Shea Couleé

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Evan Ross Katz interviews RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars winner Shea Couleé. They discuss their experiences competing on two seasons of Drag Race, the death of Chadwick Boseman (who Couleé famously sang about during their most recent run on the show), racism in the Drag Race fandom and within the Chicago drag scene, coming out their reverend mother, managing their own business, fashion, fame, The Real Housewives and working at an adult store.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 20201h 16m

Olivia Wilde

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Evan Ross Katz interviews Olivia Wilde, whose acting credits include House, The O.C., Tron: Legacy, Rush and Her. Her 2019 feature film directorial debut, Booksmart, earned rave reviews including an Independent Spirit Award for Best Feature Film. Wilde talks about directing an upcoming female-centered Marvel film, de-centering the queerness in Booksmart, social media, veganism, fashion, Tilda Swinton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, directing a music video for The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and her upcoming film Don't Worry Darling starring Dakota Johnson, Harry Styles, Florence Pugh and Chris Pine.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Matt aka Stormageddon on Twitter https://twitter.com/dj_stormageddonRyan Killian Krause on Twitter https://twitter.com/RyanKKrause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 20201h 3m

Katya

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Evan Ross Katz interviews drag performer Katya — Miss Congeniality of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 7 and runner-up on All Stars Season 2. Katya talks about growing up sad, earning money, staying humble, and her friendship with Trixie Mattel.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 20201h 14m

Charisma Carpenter

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Evan Ross Katz interviews actress Charisma Carpenter, best known for her portrayal of Cordelia Chase in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. Carpenter talks about her early experiences on Buffy, her time on Angel, and her journey to understand her impact on fans' lives. Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 202056 min

Jake Shears

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Evan Ross Katz interviews singer, songwriter, and former frontman of the Scissor Sisters, Jake Shears. Shears discusses his decade-plus with the Scissor Sisters, reflections on the past, and being an out musician at a time when many of his peers were in the closet.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 20201h 4m

Shoshana Bean

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Evan Ross Katz interviews singer, songwriter, and Broadway star Shoshana Bean. Bean discusses taking over for Idina Menzel in Wicked, making the leap to pop music,  and returning to Broadway to star in Waitress. Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 20201h 4m

Raja

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Evan Ross Katz interviews the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 3, Raja. Raja discusses working on America's Next Top Model as a make-up artist, receiving a phone call from RuPaul inviting him onto Drag Race, navigating reality TV, and loving RuPaul in spite of his status as a problematic figure within the LGBTQ+ community.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 20201h 7m

Isaac Mizrahi

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Evan Ross Katz interviews fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi. The costume designer, author, comic book writer, talk show host, cabaret performer, reality competition show judge, and more, Mizrahi talks about growing up Jewish, making his runway debut in 1988, and the state of fashion today.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 202057 min

Nikki Glaser

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Evan Ross Katz interviews comedian Nikki Glaser, who has performed on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Conan, Comedy Central Roasts, and Dancing With the Stars. Glaser talks about sending an apology to Taylor Swift, writing jokes, and battling insecurities.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 20201h 3m

Detox

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Evan Ross Katz interviews RuPaul's Drag Race Season 5 finalist and All Stars 2 runner-up, Detox. The drag queen and recording artist talks about growing up gay in the south, making gay porn, the legacy of Drag Race, and awkward sex with fans.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 20201h 11m

Andy Baraghani

Evan Ross Katz interviews senior food editor at Bon Appetit Andy Baraghani. Part of the BA's ensemble of immensely popular YouTube channel, Baraghani talks about how being a first-generation American has impacted his cooking, his emotional approach to food, and learning to forgive those who once antagonized him for his sexuality.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreon http://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitter https://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitter https://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 202055 min

Luke Meagher

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Evan Ross Katz interviews fashion commentator and self-described meme-queen Luke Meagher, aka Haute Le Mode. They discuss YouTube videos, criticizing fashion's biggest names, catering to plus-size consumers — and Evan even lets him drag Timothée Chalamet. Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreonhttp://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7, 20201h 3m

Larry Owens

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Evan Ross Katz interviews performer, writer, director, and comedian Larry Owens, best known for his role as Usher in the off-Broadway musical A STRANGE LOOP.  Owens talks about carving a space for himself in American theater, gay twitter, his body, and his uncompromising dedication to his craft.Show links:Get bonus content by joining us on Patreonhttp://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 20201h 0m

Rich Juzwiak

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Evan Ross Katz interviews journalist Rich Juzwiak, a senior writer at Jezebel and advice columnist at Slate whose work has been in the New York Times, The Washington Post, Time Magazine, and more.  Juzwiak talks about receiving blowback from rabid fandoms, the dying art form of the celebrity magazine profile, his love of divas like Mariah Carey, and writing about sex — specifically, his own sex life.Get bonus content by joining us on Patreonhttp://patreon.com/shutupevanEvan Ross Katz on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Evan Ross Katz on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/evanrosskatzAlden Peters on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/aldenpeters/Alden Peters on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/aldenpeters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202055 min