The Bay is in the building!!! Liz chats with her new favorite rapper, LaRussell, Bay Area rap star who has released almost 40 albums in less than a decade and keeps community at the forefront of his ethos.

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with LaRussell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larussell

Go See LaRusesell Live: https://invitetba.xyz/creator/Goodcompenny

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodCompenny

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ 

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz sits down with her friend Ben Sheehan who is a political commentator, creator and author. Ben's show "Civics Made Easy" is now live PBS and his book "What Does the Constitution Actually Say?" is a practical and funny guide that every household should have! We discuss how we got here and where we are going in the country, and specifically discuss where the F civics classes have gone?

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Ben:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensheehan

Buy Ben's book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Does-Constitution-Actually-Say/dp/0762489057

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ 

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz sits down with the former stars of the iconic queer show "The L Word"  Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey and talk about everything from their friendship to coming out (or not), sticking up for each other and what making "The L Word" was really like. They chronicle all of this and WAY MORE in their new book "So Gay For You" (releasing June 2nd 2025 but available for pre-order now). 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Kate and Leisha:

Buy "So Gay For You": https://www.amazon.com/So-Gay-You-Friendship-Started/dp/1250361362

Pants Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pants-with-kate-and-leisha/id1514861303

Kate's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateomoennig

Leisha's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leishahailey/

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

*Disclaimer - Liz and John share their experiences with body dysmorphia

Liz reunites with the uber talented, John Arthur Hill of Radio Andy. Liz relentlessly asks John to be her baby daddy and the two talk about body image, the dark side of dieting, and LA partying.

Resources Mentioned:

EP 18 - Plaid Vest Vibes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cool-cool-cool/id1648944754?i=1000602461912

The Green Room 42: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/show/details/yngKJFugxFMnUXBiyN3n/1678501800000

Connect with John:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnarthurhill 

Tune into Radio Andy: https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/radio-andy

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz reunites with comedian and podcaster Ali Kolbert! The dynamic and chaotic duo talk about The Oscars, vacations, getting Liz to be friends with her famous neighbor, and Liz even answers a question from one of Ali's listeners. This one feels like you are listening to two friends talking about everything because that is basically what this episode is!

Resources Mentioned:

Kit Vintage: https://www.instagram.com/thekitvintage/ , https://thekitvintage.com/

Lesbian Bar Project Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_R4cNaavzjA

Connect with Ali:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alikolbert/

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Disney Adults get polarizing reactions from the Internet. You either are one, or you aren't. Liz interviews 3 Disney adults; podcaster Mackenzie Green, recent Guinness Book of World Records for his consecutive trips to Disneyland Jeff Reitz, and Rolling Stone Senior Writer and Disney Adult EJ Dickson about why they love the Mouse and why we all should too.

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Interviewing best friends and cohosts of the "Start at Birth" podcast, Becky Robinson and Mariam Mollaghaffarim was a real dream for Liz and she's so happy it came true! They chat about Becky's coming out, Mariam's coming into being a star, and more. She also chats with her cousin Sara about what she was like as a child and her insecurities about not being friends with people from middle school.

Connect with the Guests:

Sara: https://www.instagram.com/sarasfatfashion/

Becky & Mariam: https://www.instagram.com/beckyrobinson4/ ,  https://www.instagram.com/mariamgrace/ , https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-at-birth/id1653665795

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz chats with Alexis Traina, founder of HiNote a personalized communication app, and her favorite Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Sutton Stracke, about the lost art of etiquette, how to host a dinner party, and why a 'thank you' note goes a long way!

Resources Mentioned:

HiNote: bit.ly/hinoteapp   

The Sutton Concept: https://thesuttonconcept.com/ 

Connect with Alexis & Sutton:

Alexis Traina: https://www.instagram.com/alexistraina/ , https://www.instagram.com/hinote.app/ 

Sutton Stracke: https://www.instagram.com/suttonstracke/ 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz catches up with her friend, Clark Moore, this week. Clark is an actor, writer, and scholar who is finishing up his Master's Degree in... well, Clark will tell you. Clark and Liz chat about being a child actor, the diversity dilemma in casting, and what the acting grind is really like in LA. Clark is most known for his role in Love, Simon.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 8 - The Bad Boy of Bravo

Connect with Clark:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrclarkmoore/ 

Substack: https://clarkmoore.substack.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz finally meets Liza Treyger, comedian and co-host of the "That's Messed Up" podcast, and chats about dating, veggie platters, Law and Order, living in LA, and the journey to self-love.

Connect with Liza:

Podcast: https://www.exactlyrightmedia.com/thats-messed-up  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glittercheese/ , https://www.instagram.com/thatsmesseduppod/ 

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/namedropping 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz sits down with one of her idols, Catt Sadler, to discuss following your dreams, how the podcasting world is tricky to navigate, what it was like to walk away from E! and be the poster child for equal pay, and how she almost winded up on the Housewives. Liz also catches some quick insight from Catt's former assistant, Cait Madry, who discusses what it was like to start her career with Catt.

Resources Mentioned:

Catt Sadler: https://www.instagram.com/iamcattsadler/ , https://www.instagram.com/abdwithcatt/ , https://www.thecattwalk.com/ 

Cait Madry: https://www.instagram.com/caitmadry/ , https://www.clearheaded.co/ 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Am I ever going to make my money back? Liz chats with her longtime friend Les Borasi, co-founder of Wave Financial, a registered investment advisor that bridges the gap between traditional asset management and cutting-edge digital currencies. He manages the firm's highly successful NFT Fund, investing in NFT collectibles, platforms, and protocols. Basically, he is a Crypto genius and breaks it down because let's all be honest—none of us have any idea what the f*k is going on in the MetaVerse.

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz  

It's the story you've been waiting for, or maybe you haven't? Here is the full story on the Oven Scam. Names have been changed but the story is all real.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 6 - Dear Diary

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz  

Liz sits down with Delaware's Congresswoman, Sarah McBride. Arguably the most famous US Congressperson, McBride shares what her first 100 days has been like and what it's really like on the Hill. Liz and Sarah also discuss what allies can look like and how we need to find a common ground to move forward after the disasterous second term of Trump. 

Connect with Congresswoman McBride:

Website: https://mcbride.house.gov/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/congresswomansarahmcbride/

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz ends the year with a giant thank you to each and every one of her listeners for tuning in each week. From her crazy life stories to chatting with some really cool people, Cool Cool Cool wouldn't be possible without you. Liz talks plans for 2023 and what topics you can expect in the New Year.

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

In a world full of gay meme accounts it's not only important we've got some Queer representation, but there's more to it. Liz chats with Larry from @bravobygays about how he created the account out of pure fandom during the pandemic and how it's not that gay after all. And then Liz also chats with Cheyenne from @Hotmessbian about running queer womxn-focused accounts, why we need them, and other messy sh*t.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 3 - Reality Fan Favorites

Episode 8 - The Bad Boy of Bravo

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Sponsors:   

If you want to heal from the inside out and improve your gut health, try Plantwise pre, pro, and post-biotics all in a single capsule. Head over to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

Why do men love Bravo? I had to ask the "Bad Boy of Bravo Podcasting" Ryan Bailey, host of "So Bad It's Good with Ryan Bailey" and his answer isn't what you might think! Ryan and Liz have tons of mutual friends and a lot of commonalities and share personal stories about the struggles to "make it" and what BravoCon was really like for Ryan.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 6 - Deary Diary

Connect with Ryan:

Podcast: So Bad It's Good with Ryan Bailey

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Sponsors:   

If you want to heal from the inside out and improve your gut health, try Plantwise pre, pro, and post-biotics all in a single capsule. Head over to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

Liz chats with comedian and creator of the sapphic IG account "Bette Porter Gallery" Liza Dye about her near-death event 9 years ago, why being a lesbian isn't funny, and why trauma doesn't have to define your career.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 6 - Dear Diary

Follow Liza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betteportergallery/ 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/ 

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz 

Sponsors:

Check out Plantwise's Relax and Rest, a sleep aid with high-quality CBD and other natural ingredients that don't knock you out or make you feel groggy in the morning. Go to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

In her first solo episode, Liz stumbles on her high school diary while looking for Christmas presents in the garage. Not reading it since 2004, it's not easy. Revisiting the past is wild, especially when she finds a business card from a creep in 2002 and finds out she doesn't remember the story right.

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz  

Sponsors: 

Get the most out of every single day and turn up your energy and productivity with Mind Spark. Go to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

Happy Thanksgiving! Liz's dreams come true as she chats with Chef Tiffani Faison about being a judge on "Chopped," her time on "Top Chef" and Tiffani even gives Liz some pointers about the dos and don'ts in the Chopped Kitchen.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 3 - Reality Fan Favorites

Connect with Liz:

 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz  

Sponsors: 
 

If you want to heal from the inside out and improve your gut health, try Plantwise pre, pro, and post-biotics all in a single capsule. Head over to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off. 

Liz sits down with Jen Winston, author of "Greedy: Notes from a Bisexual Who Wants Too Much" and a renowned content creator to chat about life after publishing, getting engaged, bisexuality, and their new life in Los Angeles.

Resources Mentioned:

Check out Jen Winston's book: https://www.greedy-bisexual.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz 

Sponsors: 

Get the most out of every single day and turn up your energy and productivity with Mind Spark. Go to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

What makes a reality show fan favorite? Liz believes it's relatability and wanting someone to be your best friend.

Liz chats with Mercedes Javid from "Shahs of Sunset," Eureka O'Hara from "We're Here" and "Rupaul's Drag Race" and Rose Garcia of "The Real L Word" about fame, meeting fans, and what it's like to be on reality TV. 

Connect with Liz:

 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz  
 

Sponsors: 

Check out Plantwise's Relax and Rest, a sleep aid with high-quality CBD and other natural ingredients that don't knock you out or make you feel groggy in the morning. Go to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

Is Tennis... GAY?!

For Liz's first full-length episode, she sits down with former pro tennis players and tennis experts to discuss why there is a lack of out male-identifying queer players.

Guests include Grand Slam Winner/Olympian and recently Serena Williams' coach Rennae Stubbs, VP of the USTA and former pro player Brian Vahaly, tennis and Olympics commentator Nick McCarvel, and co-founder of Racquet, Caitlin Thompson.

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/ 

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz 

Sponsors: 

Get the most out of every single day and turn up your energy and productivity with Mind Spark. Go to getplantwise.com and use code "listentoliz20" for 20% off.

Welcome to Cool Cool Cool! You might be wondering- what is this podcast all about? Who the heck is Liz Culley?! In this extended trailer, Liz gives you some personal insight into the show and lets her friends tell you a bit about who she is, or who she is to them. You can expect tons of fun interviews, chatter about queer culture and pop culture as a whole, personal solo episodes, and deep dives into her favorite topics.

If you'd like to support the podcast and get exclusive content and early episodes please, join Liz's Patreon https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz

Connect with Liz:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/ 

Liz sits down with Shane Ivan Nash, a Los Angeles born and raised advocate, podcast host musician who rose to internet fame after eviscerating Ben Shapiro on a viral episode of "Jubiliee." They discuss internet fame, Scientology and what it means to be a "man."  Please note, discussions of SA and religion take place on this episode. 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Shane:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneivannash

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shaneivannash

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Season 1 of Cool Cool Cool is here! A podcast all about queer stuff, not queer stuff, pop culture, anti-pop culture, and a lot of interviews with some of her nearest and dearest and even a few celeb strangers.

Liz Culley is a long-time entertainment executive, host, and dog mom who has been telling stories her whole life. Including some that seem too wild to be true, but apparently, they are.

Join Liz each week as she explores topics from crypto to cooking to queer family planning. She'll also give you an inside look at what it's like to be Hollywood adjacent and always living on the edge. 

Follow Liz on IG @listentoliz and @coolcoolcool, and tune in every Thursday for a new episode!

Liz chats with Greta Titelman who you probably reconize from cult following shows like Los Espookys, Problemista and Searchparty. Liz and Greta talk about the "demon scale" of celebrity possesion, the tunnel conspiracy in LA and find out they went to the same school. 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Greta Titleman:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gertiebird

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz chats with  GLAAD Vice President of Talent and Communications Anthony Allen Ramos about how GLAAD works alongside Hollywood's biggest players to ensure correct queer representaion continues across all entertainment verticals. They also talk about their Bravo friends, ponder about why there are no queer focused Bravo shows and more. 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Anthony Allen Ramos:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyramosah

GLAAD: https://www.instagram.com/glaad

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

A special episode of "I'm Scared to Have a Baby," Sarah Hoover is an art historian, author, cutural critic and really the woman of my dreams and joins Liz this week. We discuss her new book (out January 14th 2024) "The Motherload" which is an unapologetic look into motherhood, marriage and coming of age. In this episode, Sarah and Liz talk IVF, birth, our own relationships with our mother and more.

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Sarah:

Pre-Order "The Motherload"  Out on January 14th 2024: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Motherload/Sarah-Hoover/9781668010136

Website: https://www.sarahhoover.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhoov/

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Happy 2025! Starting off the year strong with Sam Li! Sam is not only an acomplished actor ( you might recognize him from starring in the Netflix hit "Brothers Sun") but also a beloved social media king who drops videos about the ups and downs of online dating. We chat about life in New York City, dating fans, and Sam and Liz agree ADHD might just be the biggest problem when it comes to dating after all! 

Connect with Sam:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesamlitv

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samlitv

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Today's guest is nothing short of iconic—Nicole Maines, the first-ever trans superhero on TV. She made history playing Dreamer on Supergirl, and she's been a trailblazer ever since. Nicole's also a fierce advocate, author of Better Except When It Gets Worse, and a comic book nerd in the best way possible. We dive into her groundbreaking role, the highs and lows of being a visible trans advocate, and the chaos of diving into fandoms like D&D and manga. With her sharp wit, huge heart, and some truly unhinged D&D character ideas, we get deep on representation, resilience, and cutting through toxic positivity. Basically, Nicole is a superhero both on and off the screen.

Connect with Nicole:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleamaines/ 

Check out her book: https://www.amazon.com/Gets-Better-Except-When-Worse/dp/0593243129 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Jordan is back on the pod this week! For those who don't know her, she's a writer, comedian, and content producer who's been working with the legendary Rhett and Link at Mythical Entertainment. We get into some funny stories, like how she accidentally ended up in the Mythical world, and we also talk about the weirdness of social media feedback—everything from unsolicited body comments to how tiring it is dealing with everyone's opinions. We also dive into her new cooking competition show, Gastronauts, where comedians get to create the most bizarre food challenges for chefs, plus 'a wedding summit for influencers' (Jordan's words, not mine), and of course—you've been asking for it... Ravioli makes her podcast debut (and let's be real, she's the real star).

Connect with Jordan:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanmyr1ck/ , https://www.instagram.com/gastronautsshow/ , https://www.instagram.com/hwhlpodcast/ 

Check out her new show: https://www.dropout.tv/gastronauts 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-wife-happy-life/id1721222550 , https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKbuRMN4IY7aO6atBNnwV8FfG3q4d9WjN 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I'm excited to finally sit down with Raymond Padilla for a fun and honest chat. Ray shared his journey from struggling actor to thriving comedian and Internet personality, including how moving to New York during the pandemic helped him find a sense of belonging in the vibrant queer community there—something he felt was missing in L.A. We talked about his time at SoulCycle, the wild culture of trendy gyms, and how he found his comedic voice opening for Heather McMahan. Ray also reflected on how being a visible queer person is inherently political, the strides made in LGBTQ+ representation, and the challenges of dealing with online trolls.

Connect with Raymond:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmeraypadilla/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz sits down with her friend, the iconic drummer of Hole, Patty Schemel. Patty talks about her memoir "Hit So Hard" and gives us a look at what life was really like as the drummer of the iconic band —everything to living with Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love to what the photo shoots were like to eventually getting kicked out of the band. 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Patty:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattyschemel

Buy Patty's book: https://www.amazon.com/Hit-So-Hard-Patty-Schemel/dp/0306825074

Connect with Liz:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ 

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

A girl after my own heart when it comes to gossip, model, podcast host, and content creator Ali Weiss joins me to talk wild, anonymous confessions, beauty standards, and hand modeling—turns out, it's a super lucrative niche! Ali shares her top skincare tips and why she's passed on Botox and fillers. And if you're into conspiracy theories, you'll love Ali's take on the whole Melania and Trump dynamic. It's a ride!

Connect with Ali:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-of-taboo/id1457365096 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliweissworld/ 

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Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I'm super excited to chat with the amazing Senator Toni Atkins, the first woman and openly LGBTQ+ person to serve as President pro Tempore of the California State Senate. We dive into her 40-plus years of advocacy in women's healthcare, her role in shaping progressive policies like Proposition 1 for abortion rights, the need to enshrine marriage equality in the state constitution, and more!

Connect with Senator:

Bio: https://sd39.senate.ca.gov/about-senator-toni-g-atkins 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SDToni/ 

Twitter: https://x.com/sentoniatkins

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For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

This week, I sit down with the amazing Jenny Yang, a multi-talented creator, comedian, and fierce advocate for the AAPI community who stars in the hit Netflix show The Brothers' Son. We chat about her journey through Hollywood, the importance of nurturing our creative voices, and the ups and downs of the industry—no gatekeeping here! Jenny opens up about her experience with IVF and the wild complexities of the healthcare system. We also dive into her comedy show Self Help Me, where she takes a comedic look at wellness while keeping it real.

Connect with Jenny:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyangtv/ , https://www.instagram.com/selfhelpmeshow/ 

Website: https://jennyyang.tv/ 

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I had the opportunity to sit down with Shaun Peterson, the director of Lover of Men, as he pulls back the curtain on Abraham Lincoln's intimate life. From Lincoln's rumored romantic relationships with men to exploring how fluid sexuality was back in the 19th century—a time when terms like "homosexual" and "heterosexual" didn't exist—the film also tackles the pressing issue of queer erasure throughout history. Shaun talks about his experience creating the documentary and the crazy discoveries from Lincoln's handwritten letters. 

Connect with Shaun:

Watch the Film: Lover Of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln is now available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV and Vimeo" 

More Information: ww.loverofmen.com

Follow the Film's IG: @Loverofmenfilm

Website: https://www.shaunpeterson.tv/ 

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For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz   

This week, I'm super excited to chat with Tisha Alyn—a pro golfer, social media influencer, and fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Tisha is doing amazing work, using her platform to change the perception of golf, challenge stereotypes, and pave the way for the next generation of athletes. We dive into her journey of self-discovery and the challenges she faced while coming out as a gay Filipina woman in a traditionally conservative sport. 

Connect with Tisha:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaalyn/ 

Website: https://tisha-alyn.com/ 

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Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

In the latest episode of my series 'I'm Scared to Have a Baby,' I sit down with Caroline Baudino—lifestyle influencer, speaker, podcast host, and all-around badass mom of two. Caroline lays it all out, sharing the raw and real details of pregnancy and birth that no one talks about. She tells her uncensored birthing story and really gives me an unfiltered view of what's ahead—trauma and all. We cover everything from the complexities of mom friendships and why play dates are a no-go, to the impact kids have on your relationship. It's a wild ride!!

Connect with Caroline:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shop.with.caroline/ 

Podcast: dearmedia.com/shows/coming-in-hot 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

This week, I sit down with the amazing Alex Hedison, who's got a hand in photography, directing, and acting. We dive into her creative journey and chat about her latest short film, ALOK, which made it to Sundance Film Festival! Alex opens up about the challenges and rewards of making the film, working with Alok Vaid-Menon, and exploring the film's message about breaking free from societal norms and transforming into your truest self. Plus, we reminisce about her time on The L Word and more!

Connect with Alex:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexhedisonstudio/ 

Alok Short Film:https://www.sundance.org/festivals/short-film/ , https://www.instagram.com/alokshortfilm/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Chani Nicholas: https://chaninicholas.com/ 

Check out Episode 1: Who is Liz?

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

The charismatic and unfiltered Blakely Thornton is back in LA, so you know what that means—time to dish on all things reality TV, brat summer, and demure fall. We're diving into why the golden age of guilty pleasure TV is long gone, why a Gay Husbands of Hollywood spin-off might flop on screen, and of course, a trip down memory lane with early 2000s pop culture gold! 

Connect with Blakely:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakelythornton/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blakelythornton 

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Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Dubbed the "Adele of Audiobooks" by The New Yorker, Julia Whelan hangs out with me to talk about her successful career as an audiobook narrator. She's narrated hundreds of books, written her own novel, The Oxford Year, and started her the company, Audiobrary, to make sure narrators get a fair shake. We also chat about her teenage days on the hit TV series, Once and Again and what she thinks is next for audiobook narrators with all the buzz around AI.

Connect with Julia:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justjuliawhelan/ , https://www.instagram.com/myaudiobrary/ 

Website: https://audiobrary.com/ , https://jmwhelan.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

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For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

For the love of all things gossip and spilling the tea, I've been waiting for this moment! This week, I sit down with Amanda Hirsch, the powerhouse behind the wildly popular Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. From the power of being a little delusional to landing her latest interview with Ryan Reynolds, plus tips on balancing mom life with running a business, Amanda spills the tea on how she makes it all look easy! 

Connect with Amanda:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notskinnybutnotfat 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-skinny-but-not-fat/id1444559244  

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Liz sits down with her friend Brooks Nader, Sports Illustrated cover supermodel, former "Dancing with the Stars" contestant and chats about her new show on Freeform "Love Thy Nader." They chat growing up in New Orleans, her "Friends Only" Instagram and more! 

Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley

Connect with Brooks:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brooksnader

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brooksnader

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

She's a pop music powerhouse with a knack for crafting catchy melodies and resonant storytelling. My dear friend, singer-songwriter Bonnie McKee, is a true legend—just as talented as she is hot. Her work has not only shaped the modern pop landscape but has also earned her a reputation as a creative visionary and influential force in the industry. In this episode, we talk about her chart-topping hits created for music icons like Katy Perry, Britney Spears, and Taio Cruz, her latest album Hot City, and what's next for her!

Connect with Bonnie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniemckee/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bonniemckeeofficial 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I sit down with the stunning and talented Trace Lysette to chat about her incredible roles in films like "Monica" and "Hustlers," and her historic 11.5-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival for "Monica." We talk about the physical and emotional challenges she faces in her multifaceted career as an actress, producer, and rapper, as well as finding her unique sound in the hip-hop/rap scene, despite its often misogynistic and anti-LGBTQ nature.

Connect with Trace:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracelysette 

Website: https://www.monicamovie.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

*Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse.

Laurie Lipton is an actual GENIUS. She's a renowned contemporary artist known for her insanely detailed and thought-provoking pieces that tackle global issues like climate change and political unrest. In her words, whenever something bothers her, she draws about it. The results will leave you speechless. We talk about her creative process and what drives her to use art to challenge perception and inspire change. 

Connect with Laurie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurieliptondrawings/ 

Website: https://www.laurielipton.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I love a killer deal at a thrift shop, so chatting with the ultimate thrift queen, Katie Zamprioli was an absolute thrill! In true maximalist fashion, we discuss our passion for discovering secondhand treasures, and Katie gives us the inside scoop on the best places to thrift. If you love a good bargain hunt, this episode is a must-listen!

Connect with Katie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candycoloredhome/ 

Podcast: https://www.beetredpodcast.com/ 

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Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

This week, I sit down with the PR legend herself, Kelly Cutrone! The CEO of People's Revolution is known for her no-bullshit approach and continues to pave the way for the girls and the gays to have a voice in the fashion industry. Kelly's client roster includes big names like Vivienne Westwood, Agent Provocateur, and Donna Karan. She's also a two-time New York Times National Best-Selling Author and has appeared on reality TV shows like The Hills, Kell on Earth, and America's Next Top Model. This episode is pure chaos, but it's like hanging out with your two girlfriends, drinking margaritas, and doing dope shit.

Connect with Kelly:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellycutrone/ , https://www.instagram.com/peoplesrevteam/ 

Website: https://www.peoplesrevolution.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz