PRIDE
On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told. From on-screen firsts to behind-the-scenes breakthroughs, Pride is where iconic characters, coded moments, and groundbreaking storytelling all come together. Whether it’s a rom-com kiss that made you feel seen, a coming-out arc that hit too close to home, or a soundtrack that screamed queer joy — we’re celebrating it all, and the people making it happen. Because representation isn’t extra — it’s everything.
Episodes
July 16, 2025 • 13 mins
What happens when K-pop idols moonlight as demon slayers? You get K-Pop Demon Hunters—a wildly fun, high-emotion animated adventure that’s part magical girl fantasy, part coming-out metaphor, and totally iconic.
Host Caitlynn McDaniel kicks things off, then hands it over to special guest Calix Quan (you may know him from RuPaul’s Drag Race) for interviews with co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, followed by stars Arden Cho...
Host Caitlynn McDaniel kicks things off, then hands it over to special guest Calix Quan (you may know him from RuPaul’s Drag Race) for interviews with co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, followed by stars Arden Cho...
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July 2, 2025 • 42 mins
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 unapologeti...
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June 25, 2025 • 14 mins
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 wh...
👩👧 Antonia Gentry breaks down Ginny’s identity journey and wh...
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June 11, 2025 • 28 mins
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 fro...
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 fro...
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June 4, 2025 • 24 mins
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 c...
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May 28, 2025 • 18 mins
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...
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May 21, 2025 • 16 mins
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...
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May 14, 2025 • 58 mins
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:
- His accidental viral “short king” moment
- What’s hiding in the new single “Can I Call You”
- The queer roots ...
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April 29, 2025 • 38 mins
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 wh...
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April 23, 2025 • 35 mins
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...
Cornelius — also known as the Crystal Cowboy — opens up about his experience on The Voice, the personal story behind his new single Pull the...
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April 16, 2025 • 21 mins
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 ab...
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 ab...
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April 9, 2025 • 13 mins
What do you get when you combine a teen on a mission, a sweet robot named Cosmo, and a smuggler with a heart of gold? Netflix’s The Electric State. On this episode of Pride, host Caitlynn sits down with the star-studded cast—including Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Giancarlo Esposito, and directors Joe and Anthony Russo—to talk robots, relationships, and the unexpected emotional gut punches in this futuristic action-adventure.Cai...
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Michelle Buteau and Peppermint join us this week to talk about Survival of the Thickest Season 2 — a show filled with queer joy, chosen family, body positivity, and… a surprise wedding!
Michelle is a comedian, writer, and star of the series. She shares how her essays became a Netflix series and why every detail, from the fashion to the background actors, is intentional. Peppermint is a performer, activist, and trailblazer in trans v...
Michelle is a comedian, writer, and star of the series. She shares how her essays became a Netflix series and why every detail, from the fashion to the background actors, is intentional. Peppermint is a performer, activist, and trailblazer in trans v...
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March 26, 2025 • 13 mins
Netflix’s La Dolce Villa is serving up romance, pasta, and small-town Italian charm—with actor and model Giuseppe Futia at the heart of it all.
In this episode of Pride, Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with Giuseppe to talk about filming in his home country, why queer visibility still matters, and what it was like working with Mean Girls director Mark Waters. Plus, one simple trick to win someone over—Italian style.
🍝 Also in this episo...
In this episode of Pride, Caitlynn McDaniel sits down with Giuseppe to talk about filming in his home country, why queer visibility still matters, and what it was like working with Mean Girls director Mark Waters. Plus, one simple trick to win someone over—Italian style.
🍝 Also in this episo...
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March 19, 2025 • 16 mins
Yellowjackets Season 3 is well underway now, and if you’ve been watching, you know things have only gotten darker, messier, and more intense. Host Caitlynn McDaniel sat down with the cast to talk about the show’s incredible queer representation, the emotional weight of their performances, and the wildest on-set moments. 🖤 The Cast Talks Season 3:
- Sammi Hanratty (Misty) on how Yellowjackets helped her come out and how she brings...
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March 12, 2025 • 26 mins
What happens when you mix high school drama, unsolved mysteries, and a ghostly love triangle (or two)? You get School Spirits—and Season 2 is taking everything to the next level. More secrets. More hauntings. More romance. And yes, it’s even gayer.
This season, Maddie’s journey in the afterlife gets more complicated as new truths unravel, old spirits reveal hidden pasts, and relationships—both spectral and human—get even messier. Ca...
This season, Maddie’s journey in the afterlife gets more complicated as new truths unravel, old spirits reveal hidden pasts, and relationships—both spectral and human—get even messier. Ca...
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March 5, 2025 • 17 mins
Netflix’s XO, Kitty is back, and if you haven’t caught up on Season 2 yet—consider this your sign! The To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before spin-off returned in January, bringing more romance, chaos, and LGBTQ+ representation to KISS Academy. Now, with a third season officially confirmed, it’s the perfect time to dive in.
Created by Jenny Han, XO, Kitty made history as Netflix’s first TV spin-off of an original film. This season, fans ...
Created by Jenny Han, XO, Kitty made history as Netflix’s first TV spin-off of an original film. This season, fans ...
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February 26, 2025 • 11 mins
Emilia Pérez is Netflix's bold new film that made waves with its powerful narrative, stunning performances, and… well, some serious controversy. Directed by Jacques Audiard, Emilia Pérez tells the story of a Mexican cartel leader’s journey of transformation, tackling themes of identity, love, and redemption.
While the film has been praised for its ambition and unique storytelling, it has also faced controversy due to resurfaced soci...
While the film has been praised for its ambition and unique storytelling, it has also faced controversy due to resurfaced soci...
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February 26, 2025 • 1 min
Entertainment is better when it’s a little bit queer.
Join host Caitlynn McDaniel as she chats with the stars, creators, and voices behind the shows, movies, and music we love.
Whether unapologetically queer or delightfully queer-coded, Pride celebrates the stories that speak to us.
Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow us across socials at @pride.
Because representation matters.
Join host Caitlynn McDaniel as she chats with the stars, creators, and voices behind the shows, movies, and music we love.
Whether unapologetically queer or delightfully queer-coded, Pride celebrates the stories that speak to us.
Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow us across socials at @pride.
Because representation matters.
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December 11, 2024 • 43 mins
How do you grapple with being in love with the rodeo and rural spaces when you’re also in love with other men?
In this episode of Pride, Levi sits down with Scott Terry, a true legend in the world of cowboys and rodeo stars. Despite Scott appearing to be the stereotypical masculine legend from the Old West, his sexuality and abusive upbringing led him to believe he was the only gay cowboy in the world. But he wasn’t.
What we talk a...
In this episode of Pride, Levi sits down with Scott Terry, a true legend in the world of cowboys and rodeo stars. Despite Scott appearing to be the stereotypical masculine legend from the Old West, his sexuality and abusive upbringing led him to believe he was the only gay cowboy in the world. But he wasn’t.
What we talk a...
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