

Shut Up Evan
Evan Ross Katz
A podcast about gay sh*t and internet culture, SHUT UP EVAN is a bi-weekly podcast fusing LGBTQ+ culture, pop culture and Internet culture into longform discussions. Each week, host Evan Ross Katz is joined by a celeb guest to discuss their early life, career and to get their take on a number of topics ranging from thirst traps to their thoughts on Sarah Michelle Gellar's filmography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 59min
Myha'la
Evan Ross Katz chats with MYHA'LA on all things INDUSTRY and what's next for the actress. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@ShutUpEvan CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro(3:00) Life today, travel, marriage(10:00) Musical theater, Broadway(15:00) Landing the role of Harper in Industry(24:07) Industry's evolution, Harper's evolution(30:00) Working with Marisa Abela(35:13) Fandom, community, criticism, role of celebrity(50:16) Fame(52:30) Horror films, They Will Kill You(54:56) The future See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 2026 • 46min
François Arnaud
Evan Ross Katz chats with FRANCOIS ARNAUD on all things HEATED RIVALRY and much more.Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Correction: Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 1 has been restored and is now available on Peacock. Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@ShutUpEvan CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro(00:40) Heated Rivalry press tour(8:30) Childhood(15:00) Working with Jacob Tierney(24:20) Favorite movies, TV, Love on the Spectrum(31:30) Early acting roles, views on success(38:00) Life at 40-years-old(43:26) Francois filmography, Fuck Toys, The Winter HouseSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 2026 • 31min
Hudson Williams (Part 2)
Evan Ross Katz is back with HUDSON WILLIAMS for part two of his Shut Up Evan appearance. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@ShutUpEvan CHAPTERS(00:00) – Previously on Shut Up Evan(1:52) – Intro(3:14) – Fan call-in(6:56) – Michelle Williams call-in(15:44) – Gracie Abrams call-in(18:10) – Gabby Windey call-in(24:25) – Heated Rivalry highlights(28:18) – Future of Heated Rivalry See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 2026 • 40min
Hudson Williams (Part 1)
Hudson Williams, a Canadian actor and filmmaker known for his breakout role and work as a writer/director, talks fame and fashion. He describes press tour energy, privacy struggles with paparazzi, and new social anxiety in public. He also dives into style influences, favorite brands, and his early life in Canada while outlining plans to direct his feature film.

Jan 13, 2026 • 49min
Zachary Quinto
Evan Ross Katz chats with actor and producer ZACHARY QUINTO (of BRILLIANT MINDS) as he contemplates existential threats to art, his relationship with criticism, and practicing non-attachment. No softball topics here! Lighter topics include Zachary’s new favorite music, theater productions, and love for Pittsburgh. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@ShutUpEvan CHAPTERS(00:00) – Intro (3:00) – Favorite music(6:30) – The state of art, theater, and Broadway(13:00) – Criticism in art(21:00) – A celebrity’s voice in politics and culture(35:00) – Brilliant Minds(41:00) – Zachary’s inspiration See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 2026 • 1h 3min
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Evan Ross Katz (resident SMG historian) chats with the muse, the actress, and the icon SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR for our most requested Shut Up Evan appearance. ERK continues his quest for SMG knowledge as the pair discuss her career moments in BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, SCOOBY-DOO, SEX AND THE CITY, and her return to the big screen in READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME. SMG opens up about her decision to take time off, the passing of beloved Robin Williams, and her journey with aging. Special guest appearances by SURVIVOR’s PARVATI SHALLOW and actress KATHRYN NEWTON. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia AsmuthShow links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/@ShutUpEvan CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro(3:00) SMG + ERK friendship origin, shared love of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, career highlights(28:00) Parvati Shallow call-in(36:00) Postpartum, taking time off(44:00) Kathryn Newton call-in(48:00) Aging in Hollywood, Olay PartnershipSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 45min
Connor Storrie
Connor Storrie, an actor and performer, makes his podcast debut discussing his role in HBO’s Heated Rivalry. He shares insights on playing Ilya, including the emotional impact of learning Russian and crafting his character’s backstory. Connor reflects on the show's success and contrasts the experience of book fans with new viewers drawn to the drama. He delves into the challenges of filming intimate scenes and how they reveal character depth. With a passion for writing and directing, Connor also discusses his artistic ambitions and the importance of creating without hesitation.

Dec 19, 2025 • 37min
Amanda Seyfried
ERK sits with actress AMANDA SEYFRIED. She shares details on her newest roles in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE and THE HOUSEMAID, her life upstate, learning to filter herself, the ugly side of fame, what she’s reading (shout out to JESSICA SIMPSON), and why she’s so fucking nice. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: SophiaShow links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro(3:00) Pull quote culture(8:00) The Housemaid, Testament of Ann Lee(20:00) Living upstate(27:00) Fame, Mean GirlsSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 2025 • 58min
Mary Steenburgen
Evan Ross Katz sits with actress and comedian MARY STEENBURGEN who shares fond memories with Hollywood’s favorites: DIANE KEATON, JANE FONDA, and JACK NICHOLSON, how empathy influences her acting, some thoughts on the success of her 30-year-marriage to TED DANSON, and much more. Host: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro(7:22) Moving out of LA(12:13) Humanitarian work, empathy in acting, studying at the Neighborhood Playhouse with Sandy Meisner(22:28) Moving to New York, Jack Nicholson mentorship(36:43) Diane Keaton friendship, portraying loss in storytelling(42:51) Book Club costars Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Diane Keaton(47:23) Working with Ted Danson, marrying Ted Danson, relationship advice(55:00) Mary’s heroes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 2025 • 56min
Vivian Bond
ERK sits with VIVIAN BOND, icon - performer, writer, artist, activist, musician, amidst her current run at JOE’S PUB. The pair discuss acting vs. creating music, early days of New York and STUDIO 54, stories meeting PATTI SMITH, MADONNA, EARTHA KITT, MICK JAGGER (to name a few), performing in JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL’s SHORTBUS, befriending her demons, what it would take to revive KIKI DUANE, the give and take of political progress particularly in the LGBTQ community, and much more. Ticket link for Justin Vivian Bond: Crushed Ice! at Joe’s Pub: https://publictheater.org/performances-jp/2025/j/justin-vivian-bond-crushed-ice/Watch the podcast: https://youtu.be/s2tGq-FcDoEHost: Evan Ross KatzProducer: Sophia Asmuth Show links: Evan Ross Katz on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz/CHAPTERS(00:00) Intro (3:30) Childhood (12:28) Meeting idols, Patti Smith, portraying strong women(18:55) New York, LA, nightlife, Studio 54, Limelight(28:07) Meeting Madonna (32:07) Shortbus, unsimulated sex scenes, portraying Kiki, (43:05) Jonathan Anderson, fashion today(44:48) LGBTQ then and now, loneliness epidemic, forgiveness(54:27) Outro See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


