Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

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ARCADE FIRE joins Las Cultur-- juuuust kidding, y'all! It's Richard Perez! The princesses of comedy join together to discuss the trauma of the princesses of Mario, how it's easier to act with a mirror than a person, Marcia Gay Harden's filmography, the value of pokémon cards these days, the complicated politics of having a big juicy ass and "bunny feet" photos. Also, where we were when they "got Bin Laden", sex before dinner, thoughts on LC vs Kristin after a Laguna Beach rewatch, how the year 2007 hit etrra hard culturally, Solange's early impact on Beyoncé and thoughts on the Cowboy Carter World Tour, working at Panera Bread, "roller coaster acting", Diablo Cody's Juno, and a message to all upcoming princesses. All this, the gender of Pikachu, Mayhem Ball demands/requests from Matt, Bowen and Richard,  See Richard's show For One Night Okay on July 12th at Union Hall and catch his solo show I Have To Do This this fall! Richard is one of the GREATS. WhOa!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt + Bowen high key make a friend in ALLISON WILLIAMS, who comes armed to the pod with I Don’t Think So Honeys aplenty. She’s here to discuss her *many* contributions to culture! The three chat about embodying Marnie in GIRLS and shooting landmark “bottle” episodes of the show, singing in flight and on television as PETER PAN, and subverting expectations with GET OUT. Also,  the importance of projects like FELLOW TRAVELERS and being overwhelmed by gorgeous gay men on that set, teaming up with the one and only Megan for MEGAN 2.0, navigating a relationship with ChatGPT as a mom, and Allison’s upcoming podcast with her best friends. All this, being equally star struck by Meredith Marks and Julie Andrews, Shelley Duvall fully committing to the bit in Faerie Tale Theatre, Joan Rivers on Sesame Street, the power of Harrison Ford as Han Solo, and just not being a Burning Man type, which is okay! Go see MEGAN 2.0 in theaters now! Listen to Allison's new podcast, Landlines with Allison Williams, now on Headgum! New episodes drop every Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Did you miss Josh + Aaron? Well…Trouble Don’t Last For Always, Bitch. Josh Sharp’s TA DA begins July 7th! GET YOUR TICKETS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Bowen are joined by the former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson who is the Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC). Listen to their podcast IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson where ever podcasts are found.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots off big news in culture! Cole won a Tony! Cynthia crushed as Tony’s host! The winner was Nicole Scherzinger! Our hosts Matt + Bowen discuss all this, Nicole’s pop culture significance at large, the Fifth Harmony reunion and what may have happened with Normani’s solo efforts, and Benito Skinner’s Overcompensating. Also, Becca’s experience at the Puerto Rican pride parade, Bad Bunny for Calvin Klein, “Manchild” by Sabrina Carpenter, what kind of subs we are, and the stories we tell ourselves about other gay men. And that’s not all! All this, And Just Like That, the crazy art that trade sometimes displays during my lovemaking, how Elphaba can be beautiful art, and that thing of putting a towel down on the bed before you FRUCK. Thanks for selling out The Culture Awards! Now go stream Sabrina Carpenter for once!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mario Party nemeses Matt Rogers (Rosalina) and Bowen Yang (Pauline) meet outside of the arena to discuss recent popular culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt + Bowen are so back with a culture catchup! The girls physically and virtually re-orient themselves in order to give you thoughts on the grand opening of Epic Unmiverse, what happens when your new neighbors are vibey, and what it means to have a "Meatloaf Summer". Also, adjusting to an End of Days mentality, Toronto as "safe haven", a full character analysis of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein, and the concept of "not liking condiments". All this, Simon Cowell's Musical Scrooge narrative, the Cowboy Carter World Tour, anticipation of Lorde's VIRGIN era and "azure" as a word in culture. Now rest, readers, knowing that you have triumphed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Birbiglia is in studio with the sisters to talk all things new pope, SNL, his new special, podcasting, & so much more! Truly one of the top straight men they've had on the podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When there’s a water trine on Las Cultch?! You know you gotta get into it! Matt & Bow are thrilled to welcome artist and author Tourmaline to the podcast to discuss her latest work, a stunning autobiography on Marsha P Johnson called Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson that is also a gorgeous queer history of New York. The three discuss Marsha’s originality and iconography, the history of Christopher St and the west village and how to maintain hope and joy in increasingly dark times for the queer community. Also, seeing Eddie Murphy films with dad as a kid, how jealousy can often be a great indicator, and immersion and world-building in art. Get Bowen to the Met Gala! Make Times Square horny again! Turn up the volume on your life! Shout it through the grapevine: Tourmaline’s incredible book is out May 20th, and Las Cultch is so lucky to have her this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt & Bowen are joined by Constantine Rousouli to talk all things Greek life (the Grecian Greek life!) and his brief return to Titanique. It's a joyous episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sisters are joined by their honorary sister Joel Kim Booster to catch up on all things Joel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt + Bowen welcome one of their comedy heroes and the host of the excellent new Good Hang podcast AMY POEHLER to Las Culturistas! The boys are beyond excited to chat with this genuine JOY (IYKYK) of a person about the impact of Miss Piggy on popular culture and humanity at large, how life gets better in your fifties, and how important it is to date someone who knows when to leave the party. Also, being a mom to teen boys and loving it, Amy’s comedic impact on the queers, how everyone has the equivalent of a plastic spoon in their heads, and getting to the age where you no longer want to be “shook” (physically). All this, The Pitt, the good old days smoking from a bong, the bad old days jumping on a trampoline, drinking milk, drinking water and the fact that horror movies… are scary and sad!!! Stream Good Hang! And bow down to Amy P, who is absolutely one of the best to ever do it. What an honor to have her on Las Cultch. Two words: YES, PLEASE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know what they say: never waste ANY day on a bad podcast. And RPKFK's? You will not have that problem today because CHAPPELL ROAN is finally on Las Cultch! The pop superstar joins Matt & Bowen to discuss performing ballads vs. big synth pop songs, how it feels to cover a huge song like Bad Romance, and the difficulty of singing her huge hit "Good Luck, Babe!" live. Also, "Demo-itis" amongst stans, learning to give yourself grace both artistically and personally, and the literally unwinnable war against fame and the comment section. All this, a talkback on Bowen's Chappell-inspired "Moo Deng" character from Weekend Update, "service topping", "stone topping" and "sensory bottoming", the degree of difficulty when it comes to raising guinea pigs, Chappell's journey from uncomfortable drag show attendee to drag queen in her own right, cruising and pickup culture in the queer community, getting over "performative sex", and fairies as real muses. Have you ever had your phone stolen in West Hollywood? Does your coffee give you coffee breath? Are YOUR teeth fucked (laudatory)? Think on these questions and stream "The Giver" now, wherever you personally do that! And, as always, keeeeep onnnnn daaaaaancccciiiiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnn!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt & Bowen welcome a longtime friend and incredible standup Rosebud Baker to the podcast! Her new special Rosebud Baker: The Mother Lode is out now on Netflix, and the Weekend Update writer talks to the boys about how she made a special about motherhood that isn’t a “Motherhood Special”. Also, a glimpse into how Weekend Update works, how the way you were parented affects your parenting, dating New York straight theater actors, lots of Housewives chatter, thoughts on Severance, the “home wrecker” label, and more. All this, Center Stage, and the impact Zoe Saldana had when she put out that cigarette with her pointe shoe. Stream Rosebud’s special now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt & Bowen are joined by medical professional, Long Winded Host icon and reality television icon Gabby Windey on today’s Las Cultch! And it’s an episode that earns 10’s across the boardS whether Michael Bublé likes it or not! So much to discuss! Can love bombing lead to lasting love? Which GIRLS girls would have come out as gay by now? Is it better to be a Yes Girl or a No BItch? All this, Traitors talk, Bachelor reflections and some frank talk about getting your shit together. Gabby is a legend. Listen to Long Winded!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an episode years in the making as The White Lotus's Natasha Rothwell joins Matt & Bowen on Las Culturistas! These three have so much to talk about, as they all have history grinding it out in New York comedy back at UCB, The PIT and as members of Story Pirates! It's giving long shared history! Bowen and Natasha connect on experiences as SNL writers turned successful performers, and Natasha talks about playing in one successful ensemble after another and tending to play characters who "carry the torch of empathy". Also, Grease as an Austenian text, playing Mama Rose in high school opposite a very gay Herbie, the challenges that come with developing social boundaries and "the guilt tax" you pay when you choose yourself, meeting and thanking John Waters at the Vanity Fair Oscar party, and accepting awards for the great show How To Die Alone after it was cancelled. There's also obviously a ton of White Lotus talk, including the differences between Belinda in seasons 1 and 3, this season's exploration of adult female friendship, and Lalisa's great performance and overall superstardom. You don't like gay incest? Grow up! And no, stranger in Target, Natasha is not going to tell YOU any spoilers! You just gotta watch, and you should! The White Lotus airs Sunday nights on HBO, but you already knew that shit! We love Natasha, who is one of the all time greats. And this episode? You know what that is? GROWTH.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turns out that we, too, can command the winds, sir! Because CATE BLANCHETT, star of the new film Black Bag and (duh) countless other incredible films is here on Las Cultch for a very fun conversation! But first, a culture catch-up! Matt and Bowen run through their experiences at the Oscars, its after parties, and Gaga's episodes of SNL and LAS CULTURISTAS (which we still cannot believe). Then, the true GOAT of acting sits with our hosts to talk about what wearing white sneakers may mean for your sex life, Barbie and doll culture, Sydney's embrace of gay culture, and experiences at Berghain. Also, Cate weighs in on whether there are too many televised award shows, discusses her fascination with ribbon dancing and rhythmic gymnastics, and unpacks her lack of an acting process. And you KNOW that Tár is thoroughly discussed! All this, the word "buddy", the phrase "hakuna matata" and the nightmare of a toilet seat left up. You wanna fuck me, Barbara?!?! If not, it's fine! We hope you enjoy this episode anyway :) Black Bag is in theaters now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So... LADY GAGA is on Las Culturistas. Somehow, we've reached the moment where the timeless artist herself sits down with Matt and Bowen to sort through the MAYHEM. The three chat about Gaga's incredible seventh album, rain as production value, choosing "Shallow" to perform at SNL50 and just how important SNL is to Lady Gaga and all the musical artists who get the opportunity to guest on the show. All this, dark arts and the poetry of pop music, transitioning from being a student of fame to being a student of entertainment, the role of humor in Gaga's creativity, the importance of the Chromatica Ball, how it really feels to be called "chaotic", and the choice to end her album with "Die With A Smile". Also, speaking up on trans rights at the Grammys, a tiny little preview of Coachella (but not really), Broadway hopes and dreams, whether or not a lighthearted film is in Gaga's future and how community is truly everything. What a perfect day! What a perfect pop icon for us all! And what perfect MAYHEM! Check out the album if you... haven't? But also... who are you? You should be OFF BOOK by now. Xo Killahs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.