Best Maskin Podcasts (2024)

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Wobble To And Fro 56:12

33m ago56:12

56:12

This week, the band picks back up with the famous Hapsburg Jaw and takes us through Rasputin-lore (both real and cartoon), reminisce about Pre-Industrial Revolution rhymes, and get into aspirational interior design. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future epi…

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Art History 49:09

1h ago49:09

49:09

Class is in session on this week's solo ep! The band gets into their favorite styles of painting, which sleep positions are currently helping/hurting, and dive into the story behind the infamous Habsburg Jaw. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! S…

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A Thousand Miles 51:15

7d ago51:15

51:15

It's another solo ep this week! The band gets into the beautiful mystery that is Vanessa Carlton's A Thousand Miles, how Anthony Bourdain is and will always be a style icon, and first impressions on The Golden Bachelorette. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a fu…

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Business Number Number 44:25

14d ago44:25

44:25

The band is back for another solo episode to catch up and commiserate over the need for reassurance, how comparing hand sizes is eternally flirty, and the socioeconomic factors that tend to revert adults back into babies. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a futu…

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I THINK I MIGHT HAVE DIED???? 51:43

21d ago51:43

51:43

This week, the band asks themselves Big Hypothetical Life Questions about Sparta, the Salem Witch Trials, and whether or not they should seriously explore tap dancing. The answers may surprise you. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Shop MUNA me…

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Hannah Montana Riffs with Kelli Caton Part 2 1:00:48

28d ago1:00:48

1:00:48

The verdict is in: Kelli Caton is back for another episode! This week, the group revisits the fateful day Kelli met the band, first dates, first kisses, and the lore behind "Hot Kelli". Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Shop MUNA merch! Your fa…

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The People vs. Josette Maskin with Kelli Caton Part 1 55:28

1M ago55:28

55:28

Order in the court! This week the band is joined by extra special guest Kelli Caton to answer all of Naomi and Katie's questions about the early days of Kelli and Jo's relationship. Also discussed are Kelli and Jo's favorite (and least favorite) things to do together, the importance of dishwasher organization, and how love is just like an ocean tid…

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Curtains For Zoosha 1:03:38

1M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

The band is back for another solo ep to catch up on life, love (specifically Love Island USA), and whether or not they should start a book club. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Shop MUNA merch! Your favorite band, all over your body. Get it n…

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Trip vs Vacation 59:15

2M ago59:15

59:15

It's a solo episode this week on Gayotic! The band discusses performing with icon Alanis Morissette, recent art and theater excursions, and Katie's recent experience playing on a stage powered by people riding bikes. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future ep…

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Gymnastics Appreciation with Charlie Bardey Part 2 37:58

2M ago37:58

37:58

We're back with part two of the band's sit down with comedian Charlie Bardey (Exploration: LIVE!). The group gets into aspirational merch, the time the band did a set with kazoos, first crushes, and the art of gymnastics. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a futu…

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The Hottening with Charlie Bardey Part 1 38:12

2M ago38:12

38:12

This week, the band is joined by very special guest Charlie Bardey (Exploration: LIVE!). The group gets into the journey of becoming hotter, the meaning behind a haircut, and the differences between being a shoes on or a shoes off home. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to…

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GaySexy with Towa Bird 1:27:21

2M ago1:27:21

1:27:21

This week, the band is joined by very special guest Towa Bird to discuss everything from breadframes (not a typo) to bread bowls, as well as marketing the hottest new medication you've never heard of, GaySexy. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! …

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Luster For Life with Finneas 1:20:58

3M ago1:20:58

1:20:58

This week, Katie, Jo, and Naomi are back in the studio with very special guest Finneas! Topics discussed include tour and travel hacks, childhood treasure thievery, and how everyone feels about their Saturn Return. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future epis…

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Beautiful Teeth Club with Monét X Change 1:22:43

3M ago1:22:43

1:22:43

We're back with an extra special edition of Gayotic this week. Joining Katie and Jo in the studio is the wickedly talented, one and only, musician, host, and Drag Race WINNER Monét X Change! No topic is off limits, from the trials and tribulations of swamp ass to the breaking news that Susan Boyle is a lesbian icon. Get into it! Watch the video ver…

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Accusation: Katie Went Solo 44:34

3M ago44:34

44:34

The band has a very special solo episode to discuss a very special solo venture: Katie's debut album, What A Relief (out on October 25th!). The group shares their excitement about Katie's project by reminiscing on special details about the creative process, everyone's favorite tracks, and how nice it is to move a little less in silence. Watch the v…

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Born To Party 1:05:04

4M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

The band is back for another solo episode! This time, they debrief their thoughts on wedding culture, rock climbing, piercings in your 60s, and, of course, love at first sight. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Shop MUNA merch! Your favorite ba…

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The Fellas 56:25

4M ago56:25

56:25

It's another solo band episode this week! Jo, Naomi, and Katie discuss their favorite romantic comedies, the trials and tribulations of going to the chiropractor, thoughts on saying the word "Daddy", and, of course, Sex and The City. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to re…

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Would You Rather 1:11:55

4M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

The band returns to the studio to play an epic game of Would You Rather! Also discussed are transportation stories of the past, including the most bizarre thing Naomi's seen a driver do, Katie's thoughts on air travel, and a moment so shocking that it literally postponed a break up. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Appl…

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The Bestie Testie 1:00:15

4M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

This week, the band puts their friendship knowledge to the test by playing The Newlywed Game with a special MUNA twist. The questions asked are equal parts random and specific... and yet the band still manages to get almost every answer correct, proving what we've known all along: No one knows MUNA like MUNA knows MUNA. Watch the video version of t…

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LGBT (Lady Gaga Beyonce Telephone) with Palehound 1:12:20

5M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

This week's special Gayotic guest is the one and only Palehound! Together, the group gets into their romantic fantasies of youth (spoiler - there are rainstorms involved), weird/possibly haunted hotel experiences, and give Lady Gaga her proverbial flowers. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and …

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Riddles For Your Eyes 56:29

5M ago56:29

56:29

It's said that there's one moment in life that, as soon as it happens, all other memories and experiences can henceforth only be organized by "Before This Happened" and "After This Happened". For our beloved band, that moment might just be when they went to The Magic Castle. Numbers were guessed, cards were pulled, and playerless pianos took song r…

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That Fissured with Allie X 53:58

5M ago53:58

53:58

Allie X is the band's special Gayotic guest of the week! Tune in as the group breaks down the little-told obstacles that come with signing a record deal, how low everyone can go (vocally), and figure out once and for all what the kids are saying these days. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and…

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Bone To Pick with John Early 1:22:44

5M ago1:22:44

1:22:44

The band is joined by very special guest, friend and comedian John Early! Topics discussed include thorough in-depth analysis on the men from Sex and the City, finding the confidence to wear a new accessory, and FINALLY solve the mystery of what a B.M.T. is. Watch the video version of this episode here. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify an…

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Obsessive Compulsive DiGiorno 56:32

6M ago56:32

56:32

This week's band-only ep perfectly exemplifies why the pod is called Gayotic. Follow along as Katie, Naomi, and Jo jump from doing bits about UTIs to heaven, pizza, the Tower of Babel, and being romantic (or Roman Mantic, or a Rome Ant Tic, depending on your personal preference). Confused by how all of this can be seamlessly woven into a singular c…

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Shout Out To ___ with Kathleen Hanna 1:34:47

6M ago1:34:47

1:34:47

This week, the band is joined by singer, musician, pioneer of the feminist punk riot grrrl movement, punk zine writer, and most recently memoir author Kathleen Hanna! Together, the group confide their tricks to get through the early days of touring, the differences between coming up as a band between the 90s and now, and the thrill of a beautiful m…

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The Chambermaid and the Young Gentleman 1:06:29

6M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

This episode was recorded on February 15, 2024. Love is in the air this week on Gayotic! Along with discussing past Valentine's Days and the nuances of both face tattoos and dramatic irony, the band also does something you've never seen them do before: A special live reading of a play Katie has been trying to give Naomi to read for months. Watch th…

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Sikh Chiffon with Sarab Singh 1:01:59

6M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Drum roll please... for this week's special guest, MUNA’s drummer Sarab Singh! Listen along to the band's trip down memory lane as they reminisce on moments something's gone wrong during shows, the alluring thrill of a tour prank, and how historically Sarab is always chilly. Shop MUNA merch! Your favorite band, all over your body. Get it now at sho…

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Divine Synchronicity 1:03:27

7M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

This episode was recorded on February 28, 2024. This week, MUNA discusses an ever-evolving range of topics in an order that makes sense when you really think about it. It's a quintessential Gayotic episode bringing equal parts hilarity and heart- what more could you want? On today's conversational menu: Rituals and trances, the importance of having…

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Read to Filth (Birth Chart Edition) w/ Chani Nicholas Part 2 43:01

7M ago43:01

43:01

This week, the band continues their exciting conversation with acclaimed activist and astrologer Chani Nicholas! In this special part two, Chani not only breaks down Josette, Katie, and Naomi's birth charts (both individually and collectively as a band), but also blows everyone's minds with the nuance and accuracy she brings to the proverbial table…

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360 Is A Circle (Part 1) with Chani Nicholas 46:44

7M ago46:44

46:44

This week the band is joined by astrologer and activist Chani Nicholas to learn about the ins and outs of beginning astrological study, the origins of the Zodiac signs, and the correlation between what happens up in the sky and down here on Earth. The conversation is so good that we just had to split it up into two parts - stay tuned for next week’…

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The Folly of Man with Hannah Einbinder 1:12:06

7M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

This week, the band is joined by very special guest Hannah Einbinder (Hacks) to discuss literally everything: skincare regimens, bisexuality, astrology, first crushes, last crushes, and ice cream preferences. Also discovered (spoiler alert): Pinocchio is a metaphor for the Holy Trinity. And who said this podcast wasn’t educational? Shop MUNA merch!…

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Moving In Silence 1:10:13

7M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

It’s a band-only episode, so you know what that means: a classic Gayotic conversation ranging from the art of backyard rocks, garlic cabinets, bulk-buying beans and ranking the bases (sex). If you’re a queer gardener you won’t want to miss this. And if you’re not? Stick around for the couches-are-second-beds call to action, spot-on impressions of a…

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Lesbian Book Club with Trixie Mattel 1:30:32

8M ago1:30:32

1:30:32

WE'RE BACK, BABY! Season 3 of Gayotic is here with FULL VIDEO EPISODES for EVERY EPISODE (which you can watch here). The band is blessed with the presence of the perfect premiere guest: legendary drag queen, entrepreneur, and podcaster Trixie Mattel to talk all things The Midwest, pre-show makeup routines, and how "coming out" can feel like "lettin…

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Gay Gay, Horny Horny, Cigarettes with Lucy Dacus (Re-release) 1:02:48

9M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Happy Valentine’s Day from your forever valentines, the band MUNA. As a gift to all of you, we’re re-releasing the episode with 3-time Grammy award winning artist (!!!!!), Lucy Dacus, along with the never-before-seen full video episode, which is now on the the MUNA Youtube page, wrapped up in a great big bow. PLUS: We’re officially announcing the r…

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The Musical Episode 49:17

10M ago49:17

49:17

The year in MUNA: a review. The band reminisces about 2023, from their tour in Australia, to the process of creating The One That Got Away "musical," to Gaychella, to a small global moment called The Eras Tour, to of course the beautiful journey that has been recording Season 3 of this world-famous podcast. But don't touch that dial - there are thi…

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Rave Culture with Amber Bain (The Japanese House) 55:34

10M ago55:34

55:34

Is it healthy to be jealous of your talented friends? What is the true meaning of laying down your weapon and can it mean anything at all? Who in the band is an extrovert and who is an introvert and who is kind of both depending on the situation? These questions and more are tackled with the aforementioned talented friend, Amber Bain (The Japanese …

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The Pebble 42:06

11M ago42:06

42:06

Happy holidaze from your friends and world-famous podcasters MUNA. The band gets into the holiday spirit with a festive word association game (thank you for the suggestion Kello)! They also get into the story of Katie’s special boot, liturgical dancing, and Jo’s emotional response to puppets. Ho ho ho etc! Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify…

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Live from Vulture Fest with Meg Stalter 1:00:59

11M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

From the Vulture Fest stage in Hollywood, California: it's Gayotic Live!!!!! Join the band as they get conspiracy theory indoctrination and songwriting advice from the only pop star sensation possibly more gayotic than they are: Miss Megan Stalter (Hacks, Please Don't Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain). Make sure you stick around 'til the end…

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Going Off Our Meds with Julien Baker 1:04:32

12M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Well hello to all the loyal congregants of gay church, your prayers have been answered. This week, we've completed the boygenius-munaverse-gayotic trifecta: the one, the only Julien Baker (!!!) joins the band to talk underage tattoos, playing Halo with your high school boyfriend, commiserating over late-stage capitalism, writing $400,00 checks, etc…

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Bummer Mode with Geo Botelho 1:00:40

12M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Hey look who's here! It's noted good dude and bassist to the stars (the stars being MUNA): Geo Botelho! The band interrogates his supposed heterosexuality, Geo shares his weightlifting and Craigslisting secrets, and everyone shares their earnest feelings of friendship for one other. Aww. They might have switched gyms from "blank" to "blank" but the…

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Announcing Our Retirement (Fake) 41:36

1y ago41:36

41:36

They're not retired but they are ... tired. The band is back in town, fresh off two historic nights at the Greek Theater, and ready to discuss the Wim Hof Method, skin care do's and dont's, and other ways to detox your body and brain after weeks on the road and on stage. Let's all take refuge in another world with MUNA, shall we? Rate Gayotic on Ap…

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Bing Deck Toe with Ivan Barry 59:04

1y ago59:04

59:04

Everybody climb back aboard the bus: we've got one more episode from tour for your aural pleasure. This time, the band is joined by the man/the myth/the living legend: production manager Ivan Barry, for a peek behind the curtain at how the MUNA machine is made. Plus, hear all about Ivan's trajectory from guy in the back of the crowd at a MUNA show …

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Yoni is Within with Avery Tucker 56:51

1y ago56:51

56:51

Meanwhile, back at the studio... Your fave and ours, Avery Tucker, drops by to mostly just reminisce with Jo, Katie, and Naomi. They talk about old bands, old scenes, high school, Silent Barn (RIP), and, of course, The Portal. Be sure to catch Avery opening for MUNA at the Greek Theater *next week* ! The Oct 12th show is long sold out but you can s…

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Renee Maskin | Beachfront 14:45

1y ago14:45

14:45

Renee Maskin | Beachfront - Featured guest: Renee Maskin Site: Beachfront at Asbury Park, New Jersey Host, audio engineer, editor, and sound designer: Michael Aquino Story & script editing and additional audio editing: Dania Ramos Additional episode narration: Alice Magdziak Episode art design: Michael Aquino “Horses” Lyrics and vocals: Renee Maski…

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Dumbassology (Tour Episode 2) 1:03:19

1y ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Alright everybody, listen up: Dumbassology class is in session. The band continues their trek across the European subcontinent and invites us back onto the tour bus where the mics are hot and the takes are.... actually incredibly on point. Your homework assignment? Listen, repeat, rate, review, subscribe, etc. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spo…

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Renee Maskin | Asbury Park 13:54

1y ago13:54

13:54

Renee Maskin | Asbury Park - Featured guest: Renee Maskin Site: Beachfront at Asbury Park, New Jersey Host, audio engineer, editor, and sound designer: Michael Aquino Story & script editing and additional audio editing: Dania Ramos Additional episode narration: Alice Magdziak Episode art design: Michael Aquino “Scrimshaw” Lyrics and vocals: Renee M…

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Suckisode: Live In Europe (From Our Bus) 52:33

1y ago52:33

52:33

This just in: a transmission from pop sensations MUNA, live from the back of the tour bus on the border in...... Germany maybe? Or France? Possibly England? Climb aboard, head to the back, and hear what life on the road is really like for the world's greatest band. This is your dream come true. Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave u…

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Modern Crybaby | Semicolon Cafe 17:24

1y ago17:24

17:24

Modern Crybaby | Semicolon Cafe - Featured guest: Dylan Schroth as Modern Crybaby Site: Semicolon Cafe in Jersey City, New Jersey Host, audio engineer, editor, and sound designer: Michael Aquino Story & script editing and additional audio editing: Dania Ramos Additional episode narration: Alice Magdziak Episode art design: Michael Aquino “Few and F…

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Blanket with Leland 1:01:01

1y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Ooooh you're gonna wanna be seated for this one. Singer/songwriter/sweetie Leland sits down with Jo, Katie, and Naomi to talk first songs, first love, and first jobs. Find out the story behind all your favorite songs that aren't MUNA songs (and also that one that is). Rate Gayotic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a fut…

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Modern Crybaby | Jersey City 18:06

1y ago18:06

18:06

Modern Crybaby | Jersey City - Featured guest: Dylan Schroth as Modern Crybaby Site: Semicolon Cafe in Jersey City, New Jersey Host, audio engineer, editor, and sound designer: Michael Aquino Story & script editing and additional audio editing: Dania Ramos Additional episode narration: Alice Magdziak Episode art design: Michael Aquino “All of My Ti…

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