It's Open with Ilana Glazer

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Minnesota Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan Feb 12, 2026

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Meet Peggy Flanagan, the inspiring Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota and current Democratic Primary candidate for the 2026 U.S. Senate. Join Ilana and the Lt. Gov as they discuss and process the continued violence and tragedies that have plagued Minneapolis and many other cities across the United States. We hear about the incredible moms of Minnesota organizing on the ground to protect families in need, the fabric of Native American culture that remains an integral part of Minnesota’s strong democracy, and Peggy’s historic 2026 Democratic run to become the next United States senator from MN.
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Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
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"Skiing, ICE in Minnesota, and Mobilizing Moms for the 2026 Midterms" with Ilana Glazer Feb 05, 2026

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In this solo episode of IT’S OPEN, Ilana breaks down her first encounter with “people who ski.” Omg. Then, more soberly, we reckon with the rampant and devastating ICE killings & continued violence and human rights violations in Minnesota, and plant the seeds for an emerging campaign to organize moms & neighbors nationwide to ensure fair and safe midterm elections in November 2026.
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Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
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Kareem Rahma Feb 05, 2026

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Ilana sits down with Kareem Rahma, creator and star of the social media sensation Subway Takes and the breakout show Keep The Meter Running. The two discuss Kareem’s multicultural upbringing and adventures across Egypt, Minnesota, and New York City, his pivot from being a business bro to manifesting his success as a comedian, how we must uplift the youth and their incredible ideas, and his love affair with becoming a girl-dad.
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Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
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Jinkx Monsoon Jan 29, 2026

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Jinkx Monsoon, the Broadway sensation, magnanimous actress, and most decorated queen in RuPaul’s Drag Race history, weaves a tapestry of wisdom and pure joy in this episode of It’s Open. Join Ilana and Jinkx as they discuss growing up queer and religious, the power and appeal of modern witchcraft, and Jinkx’s illustrious ascension to stardom.
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Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsopenpod

Chi Ossé Jan 22, 2026

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Meet Gen Z elected official Chi Ossé, New York City’s youngest council member ever. At the intersection of culture and politics, Chi and Ilana discuss passing policy that benefits working-class people, honoring the legacy of Shirley Chisholm, and the best bagel order in Brooklyn.
Enjoying It’s Open with Ilana Glazer? The best way to support the pod is also the easiest: Subscribe! It tells the platforms what we’re doing, which helps us grow, and ensures you never miss an episode. Loving it? Leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Thank you for being a part of our community.
Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
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“America 250 Begins” with Ilana Glazer Jan 15, 2026

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Ilana embarks on 2026, the 250th anniversary of the USA, with a stark acknowledgement of the dangers and challenges we are facing as a country. She underscores the opportunity we have this year to stand up for TRUE human equality as the antidote.
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Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsopenpod

Abbi Jacobson Jan 08, 2026

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Ilana and Abbi reunite! The dynamic duo share an epic unpacking of the Broad City experience and discuss how Abbi is unlocking doors for the next generation through Prelude, a generative space for emerging storytellers. Covering everything from diet culture flashbacks to navigating feedback and bots, they passionately reflect on creativity, action, and finding joy in everyday life.
Host: Ilana Glazer
Guest: Abbi Jacobson
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsopenpod
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsopenpod

“The American Resolution” with Ilana Glazer Jan 01, 2026

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Ilana rings in the new year with a fresh look at America’s ongoing pursuit of liberty (FOR ALL!) and the right resolutions to keep us fresh and fightin’ this year.
Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
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James Talarico Dec 25, 2025

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Ilana interviews James Talarico, a rising star in Texas politics, in a monumental discussion that digs into the traditional Christian values underlying Talarico’s progressive politics and his high-profile primary bid for U.S. senate.
Host: Ilana Glazer
Guest: James Talarico
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsopenpod

“2025 Re-Crap” with Ilana Glazer Dec 18, 2025

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Ilana trudges through a doozy of devastating 2025 headlines to reach the hopeful conclusion that, on the brink of “America 250,” the next chapter of our national narrative remains wide open.
Host: Ilana Glazer
Producers: David Rooklin, Annika Carlson, Madeline Kim, Kelsie Kiley, Glennis Meagher
Video Producers: Lexa Krebs, Louise Nessralla
Audio Producers: Nicole Maupin, Rachel Suffian
Lighting Director: Kevin Deming
Editor: Tovah Leibowitz
Graphics: Raymo Ventura
Outro Music: Don Hur
All Things It’s Open: linktr.ee/itsopenpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsopenpod/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsopenpod
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsopenpod