PRIDE

Queer media isn’t just representation—it’s history, healing, and a little bit of chaos.This week on Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel is joined by Ryan Mitchell—culture critic, media multi-hyphenate, and co-creator of iHeart’s new podcast HIGHKEY! From working red carpets with just a phone to landing a billboard in Times Square, Ryan’s career path is anything but typical—and deeply rooted in community, voice, and showing up unapologetically queer.Together, Caitlynn and Ryan talk about:

Plus: hot takes on Final Destination, emotional Disney fireworks, and the kind of deep chats that make you wonder if you’re secretly in therapy.🎙️ Follow Ryan on socials: @theslaygawd
🎧 Listen to HIGHKEY! wherever you get your podcasts.

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The cast of Ginny & Georgia is spilling secrets—and trust us, there’s a lot to unpack. Caitlynn McDaniel catches up with the stars of the Netflix hit to talk about Season 3’s emotional highs, dramatic twists, and queer breakthroughs.🎭 Brianne Howey explains how the show tackles generational trauma, depression, and working with Mental Health America to get it right
👩‍👧 Antonia Gentry breaks down Ginny’s identity journey and what it means to play a teen forced to grow up too fast
🧠 Felix Mallard reflects on showing male vulnerability on screen and why emotional complexity is the dream
🌈 Sarah Waisglass shares the joy of playing Max—and how she handles the haters while staying proud and playfulSeason 3 of Ginny & Georgia is streaming now on Netflix, and yes, Season 4 is officially on the way.

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Terry Hu is taking the stage—and taking up space. In this episode, they join host Caitlynn McDaniel to talk about starring in Trophy Boys, the sharp, surprising, and queer-as-hell new play running at MCC Theater during Pride Month.

They dive into it all:
🎭 The unexpected callback that landed them the role
🌈 Why Trophy Boys feels like the gayest thing they’ve ever done
😴 Coming out as a napper (and a Tumblr user)
🔥 What makes Meg from Hercules a bi icon
💤 Sleeping, surviving, and celebrating Pride—whatever that looks like this yearPlus, Terry shares what they’re manifesting next: a bi-coastal life, an animated Disney role, and maybe even some curtains for that one very gay sublet.

Catch Terry in Trophy Boys at MCC Theater in New York City—now extended through July 27.

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Country’s got a new groove—and it’s queer. This week, host Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with country artist Brooke Eden to talk about her latest single Giddy Up, motherhood, WeHo Pride, and why line dancing might be the most joyful form of protest.Brooke opens up about coming out while signed to a major country label, the joy of hearing queer stories in country music, and how she’s turning every performance into a dance party—with choreography anyone can learn. (Yes, Caitlynn gives it a go.)They also get into:

Follow @brookeedenmusic for tour dates and tutorials. Giddy Up is streaming everywhere now.

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If you’re not already obsessed with Alex Newell, this episode might do the trick. From lighting up the screen in Another Simple Favor to making Tony Awards history, Alex is booked, brilliant, and bringing the chaos—in the best way.Caitlynn McDaniel chats with Alex about their wild career ride, turning down Glastonbury (yep), and why some “simple favors” are anything but. They dive into what it means to be a queer Black disruptor in Hollywood, the pressure to do it all, and how Alex stays grounded (spoiler: not by meditating).Also on the menu: martinis, private boats, and a murder mystery that still has no clear answers.In this episode, Alex and Caitlynn get into:

Another Simple Favor is now streaming on Prime Video.

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Most pop stars don’t drop their debut album at 42. Then again, most pop stars aren’t Frankie Grande.After years in the spotlight—on Broadway, on Big Brother, and all over social media—Frankie Grande is finally introducing us to who he really is. This week on Pride, Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with Frankie to talk about Hotel Rock Bottom, a bold, unfiltered debut album that weaves together decades of heartbreak, addiction, love, joy, and queer self-discovery.He shares the very gay inspiration behind his new single Boys (spoiler: it involves a steam room at Equinox), opens up about the mental toll of reality TV, and explains how sobriety gave him the clarity to step into his full, authentic self. This is Frankie, no filter, no character—just the real thing, and he’s never sounded better.Here’s what we get into:

Follow Frankie:
Instagram: @frankiejgrande
Listen to Boys and Hotel Rock Bottom wherever you stream music.

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David Archuleta is done holding back. In this episode, he joins host Caitlynn McDaniel for a candid conversation about stepping into his full self—from navigating public life as a queer former child star to finding joy and confidence through music, raves, and (surprisingly) the Evil Queen at Disneyland.They unpack everything:

Plus, David opens up about his Mormon upbringing, his early American Idol experience, and how music has become both his therapy and his way of reclaiming joy.

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Bobo Le’s breakout role in The Wedding Banquet proves that being your authentic self can change everything.Host Caitlynn McDaniel welcomes Bobo to Pride to talk about her expanded role in the newly reimagined The Wedding Banquet (which premiered April 18), where she plays Kendall, the cousin to Bowen Yang’s character.Bobo shares how it felt to help shape her character, what it was like working with an award-winning ensemble, and why telling stories about queer joy and chosen family matters. Plus, there’s plenty of love for Spy Kids, spicy food obsessions, deep-sea creatures, and future Marvel dreams.Highlights from this episode:
🌟 How Bobo’s audition freestyle changed the course of her character
🌟 Behind the scenes with Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, and Kelly Marie Tran
🌟 Why “None of us are good enough alone” became the heart of the film
🌟 Spy Kids fandom, spicy food obsessions, and anglerfish appreciation
🌟 What it means to finally see lived-in queer and Asian American characters on screenThe Wedding Banquet is now playing in theaters.

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Cornelius Versa grew up loving country music — but it took years (and a few sparkly cowboy hats) to finally claim his place in it. This week on Pride, he joins host Caitlynn McDaniel for a conversation about finding identity, building community, and stepping into the spotlight on his own terms.

Cornelius — also known as the Crystal Cowboy — opens up about his experience on The Voice, the personal story behind his new single Pull the Trigger, and how TikTok (including a viral Wicked country cover!) helped him connect with LA’s queer country scene. He also shares the story of meeting his husband in college, why taking risks changed his career, and gives Caitlynn a hilarious (and slightly chaotic) lesson in yodeling.

Cornelius’s new single Pull the Trigger is available now on all streaming platforms.
🎶 Follow Cornelius Versa everywhere @CorneliusVersa.

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She’s smart, sharp, and stylish—and in The Recruit, Kaylah Xander Nuñez keeps Noah Centineo from totally unraveling.

On this episode of Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with Kaylah to talk about her role as CIA lawyer Amelia Salazar in the hit Netflix series The Recruit. They chat about chosen family on set, Latine representation in Hollywood, and the kind of roles Kaylah’s ready to say “no” to now.

Plus, she shares details about her upcoming passion projects—including a short film about estranged sisters, and her very first solo film about Vancouver’s beloved last video store, Black Dog Video.
Whether you're here for CIA drama, Shania Twain dreams, or just missing the days of picking out VHS tapes with your family—this one’s for you.

What do you think season three of The Recruit should look like—and should Kaylah play Shania Twain next? Let us know by tagging @pride on social.

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