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Join Joe Betance and a rotating panel of co-hosts as they recap the latest episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race. Irreverent, smart and hilarious, Drag Race Recap will satisfy your craving to eavesdrop on gay friends as they critique their favorite reality show.

RuPaul's Drag Race Recap Afterthought Media

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Join Joe Betance and a rotating panel of co-hosts as they recap the latest episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race. Irreverent, smart and hilarious, Drag Race Recap will satisfy your craving to eavesdrop on gay friends as they critique their favorite reality show.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    RulaskaThoughts: Yvie Oddly

    RulaskaThoughts: Yvie Oddly

    In this conversation, Joe, Adam, and Yvie Oddly discuss various topics related to RuPaul's Drag Race and Yvie's experiences on the show. They touch on the dynamics between contestants, the behind-the-scenes manipulation by producers, and the challenges of keeping secrets during the filming process. Yvie also talks about her mindset during All Stars 7 and the surprises she encountered. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the reality of reality TV and the personal journey of a drag queen on the show.
    Later in the conversation, Yvie Oddly discusses the heavy producer manipulation on RuPaul's Drag Race and how it affected her experience. She talks about feeling manipulated and how her story was stripped away on All-Stars 7. Yvie also opens up about living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and how it has affected her drag career. She expresses her frustration with being defined by her illness and the desire for people to appreciate her art beyond Drag Race. Yvie shares her thoughts on fame, the challenges of overnight success, and the importance of being seen as a multidimensional artist.

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    • 1 hr 3 min
    Just Between Us Girls: All Stars 9. Episode 3.

    Just Between Us Girls: All Stars 9. Episode 3.

    In this conversation, Taylor reveals a personal story about an embarrassing incident involving an accident in her pants at work. Joe expresses surprise and amusement, and they discuss the details of the incident. They also touch on other topics such as their favorite underwear and their experiences with near misses in public restrooms. The conversation then shifts to discussions about Disney theme parks, including a YouTube video about the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser and the recent changes to the Disability Access Service (DAS) system at the parks.

    AS9EP03 - Snatch Game of Love

    AS9EP03 - Snatch Game of Love

    In this part of the conversation, Joe and Taylor discuss the upcoming episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars Season 9. They mention the interviews they have done with past contestants and tease an upcoming interview with Yvie Oddly. They also discuss the lip sync between Nina West and Gottmik, with Taylor expressing disappointment in Nina's performance.
    They talk about the lack of stakes in the competition and how it affects the queens' decisions. They also mention the similarity between Nina and Shannel's Snatch Game Liberace characterization. They discuss the table visits with RuPaul and the lack of drama surrounding Nina and Shannel's decision to both do Liberace. Taylor expresses annoyance with queens choosing obscure characters for Snatch Game. Joe questions why RuPaul seems to favor certain queens, such as Jorgeous.
    In this part of the conversation, Taylor and Joe discuss the Snatch Game performances and share their thoughts on each contestant. They talk about how some queens, like Vanjie and Jorgeous, played themselves rather than embodying their chosen characters. They also discuss the missed opportunities and lack of originality in some of the performances. They highlight the unintentional brilliance of Jorgeous'' portrayal of John Leguizamo and the campiness of Nina's Liberace.
    Overall, they feel that some queens failed to fully commit to their characters and missed the mark in terms of humor and originality. In this conversation, Joe and Taylor discuss their thoughts on the Snatch Game episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9. They share their opinions on the queens' performances, the judging, and the overall quality of the episode. They also discuss the dynamics between the queens and the potential alliances forming. The conversation ends with a critique of the guest judge from the Pallete Fund and a reminder to listeners about the Patreon supporters.

    Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia

    Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media

    Twitter: @dragracerecap

    YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap

    Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia

    Substack: joebetance.substack.com


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    • 1 hr 31 min
    AS9EP02 - The Paint Ball

    AS9EP02 - The Paint Ball

    In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss the second episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars Season 9. They talk about the lip sync, the lack of stakes in the competition, and the workroom interactions. They also share their thoughts on Nina West's performance and Shannel's over-the-top Christmas decorations. The conversation is filled with humor and banter, making it an entertaining recap of the episode. In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss the second episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9. They review the runway looks and the design challenge, and share their thoughts on the queens' performances. They also discuss the dynamics between the queens and the decisions made during the episode. Overall, they express excitement for the competitive edge to return in future episodes.

    Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia


    Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media


    Twitter: @dragracerecap

    YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap


    Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia


    Substack: joebetance.substack.com



    This episode is brought to you by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/DRAGRACE and get on your way to being your best self.
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    • 1 hr 2 min
    Just Between Us Girls: All Stars 9. Episode 1.

    Just Between Us Girls: All Stars 9. Episode 1.

    In this conversation, Taylor and Joe share funny and embarrassing stories about staying at friends' houses and leaving behind personal items. They discuss incidents involving dirty socks and underwear, as well as a mishap with a hand towel. The conversation also veers into tangents about 90s soap operas and movies. Overall, the conversation is lighthearted and humorous.

    AS9EP01 - Drag Queens Save the World

    AS9EP01 - Drag Queens Save the World

    In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, Joe and Taylor discuss the All-Star Season 9 premiere titled 'Drag Queen Save the World.' They talk about the workroom entrances and the reading challenge. They also touch on the trend of breaking the fourth wall and making racially specific jokes. Overall, they discuss the dynamics of the cast and their hopes for future episodes. In this episode, Taylor and Joe discuss the Maxi-challenge and the runway looks for the Signature Fragrance category. They analyze the jokes and performances of the queens, highlighting the hits and misses. They also discuss the dynamics between the older and younger queens in the workroom.

    Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia

    Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media

    Twitter: @dragracerecap

    YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap

    Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia

    Substack: joebetance.substack.com


    This episode is brought to you by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/DRAGRACE and get on your way to being your best self.
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    • 1 hr 5 min

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