Actor, comedian and podcaster Eric Williams joins Kyle for a deep dive into LBTQIA+ life, pop culture, podcasting, marriage, and much more. Eric hosts the successful “That’s a Gay Ass Podcast,” which is nearing 300 episodes. He’s a bold interviewer and candid interviewee, sharing stories of bullying, coming out, mental health struggles, and living in an open marriage. Make sure to follow Eric on Instagram @ericwillz and wherever you get your podcasts.

Chapters

• The power and influence of “Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit”
• Early influences and childhood
• Celebrity crushes
• Coming out stories and experiences with bullying
• Hairy men
• Marriage, open relationships, and personal growth
• Growth through community and connection
• Self-acceptance and authenticity
• Reframing rejection and setbacks as growth opportunities
• Podcasting lessons
• Current tangles

In this heartfelt interview, country singer-songwriter Ty Herndon shares his journey of coming out in Nashville, addiction, sexual abuse, and healing. Ty documents his harrowing and inspiring story in his new memoir, 'What Mattered Most.' The pages are packed with authenticity, faith, and resilience from a country music legend who has lived through trauma and transformation.

Chapters

• The journey of writing a memoir
• Recording the audiobook
• Early life and coming out
• Faith and spirituality
• Support from family and fans
• The impact of music and advocacy
• Embracing authenticity and overcoming fear
• The impact of Chely Wright
• Gay in Nashville
• Love, loss and personal growth
• Rape, trauma, growth, healing
• Addiction, relapse, recovery
• Finding hope
• Coming out to Cher
• The joys of marriage
• Current tangles

Comedian and author Jordan Carlos joins Kyle to discuss his new book, “Choreplay: The Marriage-Saving Magic of Getting Your Head Out of Your Ass.” Jordan shares his transformative journey toward a healthier, more intentional marriage. From breaking down toxic beliefs to embracing therapy, Jordan reveals how small shifts can lead to deeper intimacy and personal growth.

Chapters

• The marriage-saving power of getting your head out of your ass
• Mindset shifts from being a busy “man-child” to an engaged partner
• Challenging outdated gender role beliefs about chores and responsibilities
• The importance of consistency over grand gestures in relationships
• How to recognize and shed the default “she does, I don’t” setting
• Modern masculinity and the journey away from ego-driven performance
• Practical tips for building trust, boundaries, and emotional availability
• The role of therapy, self-reflection, and discipline in personal change
• Creating household maps and routines for mutual reliability
• Tips for better sleep synchrony and shared bedtime habits
• Current tangles

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Comedian, author, actress and podcaster Sarah Colonna joins Kyle to discuss her new standup shows and comedic evolution. From Germany, Arkansas to Los Angeles, Sarah covers her early years on stage, working on “Chelsea Lately” for seven seasons, and marriage to retired NFL player Jon Ryan. She also discusses her comedy community, two podcasts, and creating her “Clutch Women” company.

Chapters

• Life on the road: mastering touring
• Comedic inspirations
• Growing up in Arkansas with a mom who worked in a funeral home
• First time on stage
• Crafting comedy
• Navigating social media and political correctness
• The “Chelsea Lately” years
• Friendships and collaborations
• Transitioning from writing to acting
• Married life and sports
• Entrepreneurship and “Clutch Women”
• “Book Lisp” podcast
• “Are You My Podcast?”
• Current tangles

In this candid interview, singer-songwriter David Archuleta shares his heartfelt journey through faith, coming out, healing family wounds, and advocating for change within his religious community. His new memoir, “Devout,” offers hope, resilience, and a call for understanding.

Chapters

• David’s experience of leaving Mormonism and reconciling faith with sexuality
• Jennette McCurdy’s encouragement
• The process of writing “Devout” and confronting family trauma
• The impact of childhood abuse stories on his personal growth and advocacy
• How David’s faith and spirituality have evolved
• Personal reflections on being misunderstood and the importance of authenticity
• His approach to changing perceptions about LGBTQ+ individuals in religious contexts
• The significance of boundaries and estrangement in healing family relationships
• Tangled in the “Devout” EP

Best-selling author, editor, and former MTV VJ Dave Holmes joins Kyle for a reflective hour on the ‘90s, pre-online dating, tangible media, and much more. Dave offers behind-the-scenes stories from his days at MTV, including dream interviews and placing second on the “Wanna Be a VJ” contest. He gets candid about coming out, celebrity crushes, and hosting the “Homophilia” podcast. Dave also discusses the evolution of music videos, digital media, and the rapid consumption of music instead of a steady rollout.

Chapters

• Stories from the 90’s cruise
• The power of Edwin McCain
• The nostalgia of early MTV moments and favorite bands
• Insights on queer artists
• Lilith Fair, female singer-songwriters and representation
• Being a theater and variety show enthusiast and early influences
• The rise of MTV and music videos; early exposure to cable
• Early queer visibility through TV and music
• Coming out stories and personal growth
• Collecting vintage literature and the importance of tangible media
• Memories working at MTV, meeting legendary artists, and memorable interviews
• The decline of traditional cable TV, the evolution of music videos, and streaming era
• Transition from TV hosting to writing articles and books
• Reflections on writing "Party of One" and future projects
• The loss of physical media and its cultural impact
• Talking about the impact of curated collections on perception
• Current tangles
• Celebrity crushes

This week, Kyle is joined by Emmy winning host Sherri Shepherd, who shares her journey through comedy, television, and her new “Make it Make Sense” comedy tour. Sherri discusses the evolution of standup, the challenges of social media, her diverse roles, and her closeknit comedy community. She also shares the joys of having her own talk show and the bittersweetness of having it come to an end this year. Get your tickets to Sherri’s tour at sherrishepherd.com.

Chapters

• Standup comedy craft and evolution
• Impact of social media on comedy
• Balancing multiple entertainment roles
• Friendship and collaboration in comedy
• Challenges and opportunities in TV hosting
• Work-life balance and career reflections
• Upcoming projects
• Current tangles
• Rapid fire roles

This week, Joel Kim Booster opens up about his diverse career in comedy, acting, writing, and producing. He shares insights on his creative process, navigating the industry, and balancing personal life with professional projects, including his work on 'Fire Island' and the new 'Scrubs' revival. Joel also offers a preview of his new standup tour, heading across the country.

Chapters

• Core love for writing
• Generating standup material
• Inspirations
• Love for “biological mom” Margaret Cho
• Navigating personal and political themes in comedy
• The pressure to perform crowd work
• “Scrubs” revival
• Working with Maya Rudolph on “Loot”
• Current tangles