

Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang
Big Money Players Network and iHeartPodcasts
Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 1h 32min
"In Bloom and Unbothered" (w/ Catherine Cohen)
Autumn has begun, we said!!! And Catherine Cohen is back to usher it in!!! YES, RPFK's! She's here! And she's talking with Matt & Bow about gay guys, what happens to cis women on Fire Island after dark, having a Gen Z friend to keep you in the know, "body tea", the key to an escape room, Catherine's recent Game of Thrones and VPR binges, being really horny after losing it during the pandemic, being split in half by your beloved, whether or not Travis Kelce is "endgame", and how Cat and Sabrina Carpenter is a match made in Heaván. Also, re-watching the recent J.Lo doc now, how Gracie Abrams rocks, "cursive singing", the time Jesse from The Valley did ayahuasca and then wore a beanie and was changed, locking our signatures and Mulan's behavior and impact. All this, how Disneyland recently triggered Cat's period, Bowen's new word and the dark way he discovered it, being podcast dinosaurs, severe NYC retail employees, Sarah Squirm being the funniest alive, the old times, ghosts, toast, what personal eras the girls are in, why vegetables are often hard/crisp, "having kids", our dream homes, Post Malone being hot and talented, horny Dolly Parton, making choices, summer being OVER, Chimp Crazy being too much and how style? Must change. Watch Cat's special "Come For Me" on Veeps on October 17th!!! La TA Ti TU!!!!!!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2024 • 1h 5min
"An Attack On Leos" (w/ Matt, Bowen & Friends)
In this lively discussion, guests Josh, Aaron, and Whit bring their unique perspectives from Fire Island Pines. They dive into their summer experiences, including hilarious jellyfish encounters and cooking escapades. The conversation takes a sharp turn as they critique male celebrities, particularly focusing on Blake Lively's interviews and the dynamics of celebrities like Shawn Mendes. With a tapestry of nostalgic music memories and playful banter, the group emphasizes the importance of respecting boundaries in celebrity culture.

Aug 21, 2024 • 1h 9min
"White, Fair and Blessed" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Chappell Roan, a rising star featured in Bowen's Interview magazine piece, joins the fun. They dive into the absurdities of sneezing feeling better than cumming and unpack the complexities of reality TV, including the dynamics of fandom and character identity. The discussion also touches on the cultural critique around modern Disney villains and the significance of representation in media. Plus, there’s a hilarious take on the dark fast food pasts of the hosts, wrapped in pop culture references that keep the laughter rolling!

Aug 14, 2024 • 1h 22min
"Toxically Benevolent" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Alanis Morissette, the emotive singer-songwriter, joins the conversation alongside filmmaker Sean Wang and actress Joan Chen. They dive into the power of cathartic anger in Morissette's music and the impact of her lyrics on personal journeys. The group discusses the nostalgia of AIM and Myspace culture, alongside Chen's compelling performances. Emerging actress Mikey Madison's rise in the industry is celebrated, with insights into recent theme park announcements at D23 and reality TV's toxic behaviors. Expect laughter, heartfelt stories, and a playful critique on pop culture!

Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 7min
"Good Walz" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, joins for a lively chat that weaves humor and politics. The trio dives into the nuances of being labeled 'weird' and how that impacts personal identity. They also share their takes on fitness, revealing the struggles of maintaining discipline during summer. A discussion on 'Sing Sing' showcases the power of art within difficult spaces. They wrap up with critiques on the Spotify algorithm and the frustrations of finding good music in today's landscape.

Jul 31, 2024 • 57min
"Elite Mara" (w/ Matt, Bowen & Friends)
The decidedly blue-voting city of Provincetown serves as the backdrop for this episode of Las Cultch, wherein Matt & Bow are joined by their good girlfriends in the background to squawk about the Olympics, Celine Dion, and a whole bunch of random bullshit. Also, FIVE I Don't Think So Honey's which cover all aspects of culture from pill packaging to the controversial question of Hello Kitty's species. Who do YOU think is the elite Mara? xoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 2024 • 55sec
Introducing: Sniffies’ Cruising Confessions
A sex-positive and entertaining podcast explores the world of queer sex, cruising, and relationships. Personal stories from cruising spaces like library toilet stalls and airports are shared, discussing themes of self-discovery, fear, intimacy dynamics, and moral judgements related to sex on the Sniffies platform.

Jul 24, 2024 • 1h 25min
“Climbing Cringe Mountain” (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Matt and Bowen climb cringe mountain, discussing Kamala's BRAT summer, Biden's 2024 departure, SNL sketches, Emmy nomination, gut health, cucumber power, The Comeback, and Simon Birch plot. They also chat about Remy Wolf, cozy mattresses, and sharing laughs over late-night snacks.

Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 8min
This Is The Reason (A Long International Nightmare) (w/ Matt & Bowen)
After a long international nightmare, Matt & Bowen awaken to culture. And it was a bit of a dark week all around! The girls are on one discussing lost luggage, the Eras Tour in Amsterdam and new reflections on Tayla, volcanic eruptions, which women's haircuts to trust in Italy, jellyfish stings, heat exhaustion, being called frociaggine, and Katy Perry. All this, why gay men are so sad, the... assassination attempt, and having a crush on a sweet lil straight guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 11min
“Cute Girls With Sick Minds” (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Jared Frieder, Special Las Cultch Miami correspondent, joins Matt and Bowen to discuss Camila Cabello, Lorde's comeback, the future of our country, Charli XCX's impact, Paige Desorbo, and the influence of radio play vs. streaming on Billboard charts. They also touch on the rise of Delta 360 status, bad usage of 'darling' in music, and the decline of porn tops. Lots of fun banter and insightful discussions!


