
PAPER senior editor Joan Summers returns to Pop Pantheon for a special Pride episode unpacking a complex but revolutionary figure who changed queer culture forever, Supermodel of the World RuPaul. Louie and Joan explore Ru’s roots, his rise in New York City and breakthrough with “Supermodel (You Better Work).” Then they discuss the music he made during his initial burst of fame and his second musical act with alongside his hit series, RuPaul’s Drag Race. They tackle the absolute avalanche of music Ru’s released (16 albums + counting!) and rank RuPaul in The Official Pop Pantheon. Check out our playlist of RuPaul EssentialsBuy tickets to Gorgeous Gorgeous Pride in LA on 6/19 and NY 6/26Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and MoreShop Merch in Pop Pantheon's StoreFollow Pop Pantheon on InstagramFollow DJ Louie XIV on InstagramFollow Russ on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podzilla Summary coming soon
Sign up to get notified when the full AI-powered summary is ready.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.

Ariana Grande Makes a Half Hearted Return + Kim Petras Finds Her Groove (Patreon Preview)

The Best Pop You Might Have Missed in 2026 So Far (with Pitchfork's Walden Green)

Madonna's Confessions on a Dance Floor: Track-by-Track (Patreon Preview)

The Best Pop Songs of 2026 So Far (with NPR's Hazel Cills)
Free AI-powered recaps of Pop Pantheon and your other favorite podcasts, delivered to your inbox.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.