Share

The Vault with Monica & Amir
Amir Presents: Tracy Gilchrist, the Queen of Queer Media on Holding Space, Wicked Movie & Hollywood šāØ
Tracy Gilchrist, VP of Editorial and Special Projects for Equal Pride, joinsĀ The Vault PodcastĀ for an insightful and inspiring conversation about queer representation in media, viral moments, and the power of authentic storytelling.
Tracy reflects on herĀ now-viral āholding spaceā momentĀ at the Grammys withĀ Taylor Swift, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande, which sparked widespread discussion about queer visibility. She also shares her journeyāfrom writing for local LGBTQ+ magazines to interviewing Hollywood icons likeĀ Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman.
We dive into theĀ challenges and triumphs of queer journalism, the importance of castingĀ queer actors in queer roles, and the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community in todayās political climate. Plus, Tracy reveals herĀ dream celebrity interviewsĀ and the powerful impact of artists likeĀ Dolly Parton and Jodie Foster.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about media, representation, and the stories that shape our culture!
š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!
š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!
More episodes
View all episodes

95. Amir Presents: Laguna Legacy: Jessica Renee on Fame, Family & Fresh Starts
41:09||Season 1, Ep. 95Amir sits down with Laguna Beach alum Jessica Renee for a nostalgic and refreshingly honest trip down MTV memory lane. Jessica opens up about the awkwardness of the reunion podcast tour, her complicated relationship with reality TV fame, and the lasting impact of being on camera as a teen. From dealing with public judgment to protecting her kids from the chaos of social media, Jessica gets candid about the emotional toll of early reality stardom. She shares her dreams of dancing under the DWTS disco ball, battling it out on Iron Chef, and the enduring sisterhood with Kristin Cavallari. Itās real talk, real memories, and real growthāstraight from the hills of Laguna.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!
94. Amir Presents: RuPaulās Drag Race Honey Davenport on The Vault Podcast š
54:10||Season 1, Ep. 94Hold onto your wigs, babes, because Amir and Monica are serving piping-hot tea on The Vault Podcast with none other than Honey Davenport from RuPaulās Drag Race Season 11!Honey spills it ALL ā from strutting into drag at 18 and touring with Peppermint, to working that fierce bearded drag look and giving racism in the industry a run for its money. Weāre talking reinvention Ć la Madonna, shady sisters (no names⦠okay, maybe two š), and why Honey turned to OnlyFans to own their sexy side (and their coins).Get ready for laughs, real talk, and a whole lotta gratitude as Honey dishes out wisdom for aspiring queens and anyone craving a glow-up. This episode is pure drag royalty, darling.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
93. RHOA Reunion Part 1 Recap: Yellow Dresses & Legal Messes
35:53||Season 1, Ep. 93Amir & Monica dive into Part 1 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 reunionāwhere the fashion was bold, but the drama barely broke a sweat. From the ladiesā lemon-yellow looks to Britās notable absence (and her Bravo lawsuit tea), the hosts hold nothing back. They break down Kelliās money troubles and media-trained answers, Porshaās limp comeback arc, and Angelaās accusations that fell flat. With Kenya gone and the storylines dragging, they ask the tough question: Is RHOA losing its grip? Tune in as The Vault crew calls it like they see itāshady, snappy, and straight to the point.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!
92. From Victim to Villain: RHOC Is Back, Baby! And The Vault Podcast is on RHOC!
46:01||Season 1, Ep. 92Amir & Monica are back in The Vault to break down the juicy premiere of Real Housewives of Orange County Season 19āand letās just say, the drama didnāt wait for a mid-season build. They dive into Katieās transformation from misunderstood underdog to full-blown villain, Tamaraās unexpected therapy journey (is it autism or storyline bait?), and Emilyās aggressive Ozempic-fueled arc. The duo debates whether Gina and Travisās reconciliation feels real or reality-TV forced, and why authenticity is harder to find than a sober housewife in Orange County. Plus, they spill some behind-the-scenes tea on Katieās off-camera chaos, her strained ties with podcasters, and why she might not make it to Season 20. Grab your champsāRHOC is back and messy as ever.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
91. š Amir Presents: Brennan Keel Cook ā From Buffalo Wild Wings to the Big Screen
26:30||Season 1, Ep. 91Actor and filmmaker Brennan Keel Cook joins The Vault to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea on his rollercoaster journey through Hollywood. From literally walking miles to auditions and tackling a Buffalo Wild Wings challenge just for a free meal, Brennan proves the hustle is real.He shares his unique approach to auditionsātreating each one like a mini-playāand opens up about working alongside Hollywood heavyweights like Pierce Brosnan and Christian Bale. Brennan also gives us the scoop on his new mockumentary-meets-horror flick, āFound Footage: The Making of the Patterson Project,ā now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime. Plus, donāt miss the buzz around his upcoming film āAt Two,ā starring Lou Diamond Phillips and Malcolm McDowell, dropping July 25th.Aspiring actors, take notes: Brennanās advice is pure goldālove the craft, stay grounded, and always be your own best friend.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
90. šļø RHOA RECAP: SEASON 16 FINALE šļø
46:48||Season 1, Ep. 90Buckle up, peaches ā Amir & Monica are back in The Vault for the Season 16 finale of Real Housewives of Atlanta, and chile, the drama is piping hot! šMr. Marcus is out here tossing accusations at Phaedra like confetti, and your fave hosts are calling BS ā is he shady or just thirsty for camera time? Meanwhile, Porshaās navigating real grief over her cousinās passing, Shameaās throwing a concert (and questionable fashion choices) that would make a Bluetooth headset wearing uncle proud, and Britās backstage beef with Shamea is messier than a spilled wig glue.Amir & Monica dish on all the chaos, from conspiracy theories about Carlos King and Angela stirring the pot to Phaedraās color-coordinated funeral plans (because of course she did). Theyāre giving the finale a solid 9.5/10 for entertainment ā even if some of these ladies need a stylist, a truth serum, or both.Tune in for shady side-eyes, savage fashion reads, and plenty of speculation on whoās coming back for Season 17. The peaches may be bruisedā¦but theyāre never boring.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
89. Amir Presents: RHOC x The Vault Podcatst BREAKDOWN with the Magnetic Ryan Bailey: Reality TV, Scandals & Celeb Tea šļø
01:08:48||Season 1, Ep. 89Hold onto your phonesāand maybe your DMsābecause Amir is in The Vault missing Monica, and this time, he's bringing the always-hilarious Ryan Bailey of so bad itās good with Ryan Bailey along for the ride!First up, Amir spills the tea on his cheeky sexting exchange with Bob the Drag Queen (yes, really) before the duo dives headfirst into The Valley. From Jaxās chaotic behavior and distant parenting vibes to how the show might be wrecking (or reviving) his life, they break down all the messy dynamics fans canāt stop talking about.But itās not just reality chaosāAmir & Ryan tackle the business side of reality TV, the pressures of social media fame, and why fan reactions can make or break a starās career. They even dish on new shows like Next Gen and what the future holds for the genre we love to binge.And in true Vault style, they canāt resist a celebrity scandal: the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit gets the full treatment, from lawyer Brian Friedmanās involvement to the publicās appetite for leaked private texts. Amir & Ryan share sharp takes on Blakeās rumored diva tendencies and Justinās extra-sentimental podcast persona, while Ryan weighs in on the highs and lows of celebrity authenticity.Expect laughs, sharp opinions, and a few side-eyes as they wrap up with stories of nightmare celebrity interviews and why stars like Michael B. Jordan and Pedro Pascal keep us believing in The Vault.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
88. Amir Presents: Boatmances, Bravo Fame & DMs: Below Deck Down Underās Nick Cattelan Tells All
44:21||Season 1, Ep. 88š Anchors down, tea up! Nick from Below Deck Down Under boards The Vault with Amir to spill all the behind-the-scenes drama you wonāt see on Bravo. From sliding into casting DMs on Instagram (relatable) to forming real bonds with Nate, Lara, and his boatmance with Marina ā Nick keeps it all the way real. š¢He dishes on the reality of reality TV fame, navigating thirsty DMs, fan encounters, and whether heād set sail with Below Deck again. Spoiler: heās not mad at the attention. š Grab your life vest ā this episode is pure open water mess.š§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!Ā
87. RHOA Recap (S16E15): Bravo Lawsuits & Tyler Perry Bombshell
47:24||Season 1, Ep. 87š Buckle up, babes ā Amir & Monica are back breaking down all the mess from RHOA Season 16, Episode 15! The Kelly vs. Brit drama is heating up, with Britās $20 million lawsuit against Bravo (girl, good luck with that) and Kelly serving hypocritical glam squad energy. Meanwhile, Tyler Perry is hit with a jaw-dropping $260 million sexual harassment lawsuit thatās giving major plot twist.The tea is boiling over as Amir & Monica question whether RHOA ā and the Housewives universe in general ā is running on fumes. But donāt worry, thereās hope: Real Housewives of Rhode Island might just be the fresh chaos weāve been craving.Tune in for lawsuits, shady glam squads, broke husbands, and all the delicious mess you live for. šļøšš§Ā Listen now on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!š²Ā Follow us on Instagram, TikTok on @thevaultpodcastpage, and YouTube for more exclusive content!