Episodes

  • S6EP05 - Dragula: The Musical

    S6EP05 - Dragula: The Musical
    Oct 31 2024
    In this episode of Hello Uglies, Joe Betance and Laurian K. Roggenkamp discuss Season 6 Episode 5 of Dragula, titled 'Dragula: the Musical.' They analyze the lip sync battle, the musical challenge, and the dynamics of alliances among contestants. The conversation also touches on the implications of Majesty's departure from the competition and the overall production choices that influenced the episode's narrative. In this episode, Joe and Lauri discuss the dynamics of self-elimination in reality shows, particularly focusing on a contestant's decision to leave the competition. They delve into the challenges faced during choreography sessions, the impact of guest appearances like Alaska, and the overall performances during the Main Challenge. The conversation culminates in a critique of the elimination process and the absurdity of the show's murder-themed eliminations, highlighting the disconnect between the contestants' performances and the judges' feedback. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: hellouglies@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • S1EP12 - Global All Stars: Dance like the World is Watching

    S1EP12 - Global All Stars: Dance like the World is Watching
    Oct 30 2024
    In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe Betance and Robert Mata discuss the finale of Global All-Stars Season 1, reflecting on the winner and the overall season. They delve into the implications of celebrity speculation, particularly regarding Shawn Mendes, and explore the dynamics of the final challenge and contestant relationships. The conversation also touches on production manipulation and the emotional toll of the competition on the contestants. In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities of identity and performance in the context of Drag Race, discussing the evolution of contestants like Alyssa Edwards and the impact of RuPaul's opinions on theater. They explore controversies surrounding contestants, the significance of finale day, and the dynamics of the final lip sync battle, reflecting on the season as a whole. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • S6EP04 - Dragula: The Ghost Train

    S6EP04 - Dragula: The Ghost Train
    Oct 24 2024
    In this episode of Hello Uglies, Joe and Laurian discuss the latest episode of Dragula, focusing on the challenges faced by the contestants, the dynamics within the competition, and their personal opinions on the episode's content. They delve into the reactions to the extermination challenge and the various theories circulating about the contestants' fates. The hosts also critique the episode's pacing and the authenticity of the contestants' personas, particularly Majesty's, while reflecting on the overall entertainment value of the show. In this episode, Lauri and Joe dissect the latest developments in the drag competition, focusing on team dynamics, performance challenges, and contestant interactions. They explore the significance of the floor show, the impact of conflicts among contestants, and their theories about the production process. The conversation also delves into the judging criteria and the contestants' reactions to their performances, culminating in a discussion about the overall quality of the episode and its themes. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: hellouglies@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Help keep Afterthought content free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • S1EP11 - Global All Stars: Global Lip Sync Lalaparuza

    S1EP11 - Global All Stars: Global Lip Sync Lalaparuza
    Oct 22 2024
    In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Robert discuss the emotional moments and contestant reflections following the elimination of Tessa. They delve into the Lalaparooza day, where contestants strategize for the final lip sync battles. The hosts analyze the performances of the queens during the lip syncs, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each contestant, and share their thoughts on the overall episode. In this episode, the hosts delve into various themes surrounding the performances in Drag Race, including language misuse, the intricacies of lip sync battles, and the impact of song choices on performances. They also discuss the overall quality of the episode and make predictions for the finale, highlighting the importance of fairness in judging and the entertainment value of the show. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Help Afterthought Media survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • S6EP03 - Dragula: Holiday of Horrors

    S6EP03 - Dragula: Holiday of Horrors
    Oct 17 2024
    In this episode of Hello Uglies, Joe and Lauri discuss the latest happenings on Dracula, including the extermination challenge, post-elimination reactions, and the dynamics of alliances among the contestants. They delve into the humor and absurdity of the challenges, the impact of rumors, and the overall entertainment value of the show, while also critiquing the production choices and the contestants' performances. In this episode, Joe and Lauri discuss the latest developments on Dragula, focusing on the dynamics of dating and ghosting experiences among contestants. They delve into the lab and floor show day, analyzing the contestants' performances and emotional moments, particularly Majesty's breakdown. The conversation shifts to the holiday-themed horror looks, where they critique the creativity and execution of each contestant's outfit. Finally, they reflect on the extermination challenge and share their final thoughts on the episode, highlighting the emotional weight and drama that unfolded. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: hellouglies@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • S1EP10 - Global All Stars: There's No Place Like Home

    S1EP10 - Global All Stars: There's No Place Like Home
    Oct 15 2024
    In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe Betance and Robert Mata discuss the latest developments in Global All-Star Season 1 Episode 10. They share their reactions to the lip sync battle, the dynamics following the elimination, and the maxi challenge where the queens create tourism ads for their home countries. The conversation also touches on the emotional moments during elimination day and the overall performances of the contestants, particularly focusing on Kween Kong and Tessa Testicle. In this episode, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about the latest runway looks from RuPaul's Drag Race, featuring AI Christian's unique fashion commentary. They critique various queens' outfits, including Kween Kong, Tessa Testicle, Alyssa Edwards, and Nehellenia, exploring themes of creativity, execution, and cultural references. The conversation also touches on the tourism ads presented by the queens, leading to reflections on the overall quality of the episode and the season as a whole. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • S6EP02 - Dragula: Killer Dolls

    S6EP02 - Dragula: Killer Dolls
    Oct 13 2024
    In this episode of Hello Uglies, Joe and Laurian discuss Season 6 Episode 2 of Dragula, titled Killer Dolls. They delve into the challenges faced by the contestants, including a dodgeball game and an extermination challenge, while also exploring the dynamics and drama that unfold in the lab. The hosts critique the production choices and the authenticity of the competition, particularly regarding the Boulet Brothers' influence and the role of humor in the show. They also analyze the implications of the curse given to Aunty Heroine and the overall pacing and structure of the episode. In this episode, the hosts delve into the organic moments that arise in reality TV, particularly in Dragula, discussing the drama surrounding the floor show day and the complexities of alliances among contestants. They analyze the various looks presented during the killer dolls challenge, offering critiques and insights into the fashion choices made by the contestants. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the extermination challenge and the dynamics of the competition, highlighting the emotional moments and the strategies at play. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: hellouglies@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • S1EP09 - Global All Stars: Re-United Nations Makeovers

    S1EP09 - Global All Stars: Re-United Nations Makeovers
    Oct 8 2024
    In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Robert dive into the drama of Global All-Stars Season 1 Episode 9, titled 'Reunited Nations Makeovers.' They discuss the lip sync battle, the aftermath of eliminations, the mini and maxi challenges, and the runway looks. The conversation also touches on the dynamics in the workroom, the controversy surrounding Kween Kong, and the emotional moments in Untucked. The hosts provide their insights and critiques, highlighting the complexities of the competition and the queens' performances. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media Twitter: @dragracerecap YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins