Best Rpdr Podcasts (2024)

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254: Marc MacNamara! 1:21:00

9d ago1:21:00

1:21:00

Director, bon-vivant and raconteur Marc MacNamara joins me to talk directing gay corn, working with Falcon Nakedsword, co-hosting Discretion Advised (with our friend John Hill), getting kicked out of Micky’s, Fame Games On Fire Island, Thom Moulton, Cherry Grove, pop culture, Real Housewives, the legend of Willy Nilly and a whole lot more. Get Your…

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COLDR: AS9E03: MITLR & MYOKOR 53:48

11d ago53:48

53:48

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon meet up again as the All-Stars continue down the track towards the finish line. From a brief interlude in the ladies room to designing Rusical looks, listen in as the guys share their shade on the goings-on going on. http://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/coldr-165/COLDR165…

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COLDR: AS9E02: Property Queens and National Drag Convention Roast 1:03:53

25d ago1:03:53

1:03:53

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon return for another installment. As the All-Stars get real (estate) and build up some jokes and jabs at each other, listen in as the guys deal with all the drama that unfolds. Let’s get this roast a-cookin’. http://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/coldr-164-tagless/COLDR164.m…

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253: MANHUNTER Movie Club (Part 2) With Gala Avary & Rich Johnson 1:40:06

1M ago1:40:06

1:40:06

We continue our marathon discussion of Michael Mann’s MANHUNTER. We talk the danger of the distorted lens, the self and shadow self, how Mann’s obsession with the smallest details enriches the bigger picture, Willam Friedkin’s near casting as Hannibal, Mann's impeccable song & score selections, digital vs. film, Mann's Chicago origins & extensive w…

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252: Salina EsTitties! 1:39:01

2M ago1:39:01

1:39:01

The one and only Salina EsTitties joins me for a lively chat about growing up in the Castro, gay uncles, bringing Mexican-American culture to the stage, chems*x and the way out, RuPaul’s Drag Race, representation, keepin’ on the hustle, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Kenny Ortega, Survivor and much much more. Check EstTitties hott new track PAPI Instagr…

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251: MANHUNTER Movie Club (Part One) With Gala Avary & Rich Johnson 1:42:57

2M ago1:42:57

1:42:57

Michael Mann's 1986 classic MANHUNTER gets the full Movie Club treatment. So full, it had to be split into 2 parts. Gala Avary & Rich Johnson join me for a an in-depth investigation of the first film adaptation of a Hannibal Lector fable (Lecktor in this film), Michael Mann's masterful color-coding, Alex Cox's dismissive and rather confused summary…

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TBG #78 - A Kiki with Yvie Oddly 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

This week The Gays are joined by none other than Winner of RuPauls Drag Race season 11 - Yvie Oddly! This week we kiki with Yvie over their new book 'All About Yvie: Into the Oddity' available June 19th! Get to know everything there is to know about Yvie before the book! The Gays talk about what it's like being a Drag Race Winner, growing up in Col…

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250: Michael Vegas! 2:14:21

2M ago2:14:21

2:14:21

Adult performer & producer, pegging enthusiast & pioneer Michael Vegas joins me to talk Altoid roulette, filmmaking, color-coding, overcoming internalized shame, Taser golf, meeting the love of his love (creative & life partner Siouxsie Q) in a uniquely specific, Robert Greene & The 48 Laws Of Power, Ada & I making a cameo in Michael & Siouxsie’s u…

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249: TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES Movie Club With Tom Schwartz (Vanderpump Rules) 1:07:14

3M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Released in 1990 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES was a blockbuster smash. No one burned with the fever of Turtle Power more than my guest, Tom Schwartz (Vanderpump Rules). Get a nice cheese pizza, stay out of the sewer and enjoy our chat about this cultural phenomenon. This series is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends⁠⁠⁠ Head…

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COLDR: S16E08: Booked & Blessed, LipSync Smackdown Reunion, Finale 1:16:10

3M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon return along with the queens as this season takes its final lap around the track. From a top 4 to a top 3 to all 16 queens reuniting, it’s bound to be a book you’ll never wanna put down. Listen in as the guys … Continue reading COLDR: S16E08: Booked & Blessed, LipSync Smackdown Reunion, Fina…

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248: Chaz Jankel! 1:54:36

3M ago1:54:36

1:54:36

Musical pioneer Chaz Jankel welcomed me to his home to discuss his legendary musical career - from his days with Ian Dury & The Blockheads (co-writing Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, Sex & Drugs & Rock’N’Roll and more) through his wildly influential solo career, his later foray into film scoring and that time Quincy Jones covered one of his songs. W…

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TBG #77 - Doing Death Drops on Dimetapp 1:14:20

3M ago1:14:20

1:14:20

This week The Gays take it to church. Jesus comes back to life apparently, Kevin gets confirmed as gay and Justin accidentally death drops in his crocs. Justin and Kevin discuss Beyonce's new country album, their thoughts on covering songs and Kevin smooches Trevor from Love is Blind?! This weeks drink tasting is the Absolut Vodka + Ocean Spray Can…

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COLDR: S16E07: Bathroom Hunties & Drag Race Vegas LIVE! Makeovers 1:21:03

4M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon are back again as the queens make the final lap towards the finish. From remodeling tea rooms to making over some buff daddies, the guys give their reviews while the gurls power through. Which queens are made for beauty and which queens get flushed? … Continue reading COLDR: S16E07: Bathroom…

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247: Sapphira Cristál Part 2 (Encore Presentation) 59:56

4M ago59:56

59:56

Craig, special guest co-host Katya & Sapphira continue their chat and talk going vegan, discovering opera, straight tone, vibrato’n’viagra, Miss D’America, resting diva face, doing the thing you need to be doing and MORE! This series is brought to you by ⁠https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends⁠

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247: Sapphira Cristál Part 1 (Encore Presentation) 1:11:32

4M ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Originally posted in the salad days of the pandemic (August 2020), this Encore Presentation is in honor of our beloved Sapphira Cristál gooping and gagging the world on Season 16 of RuPaul's Drag Race. Craig & special guest co-host Katya welcome Sapphira Cristal via satellite to talk perfect pitch, homeless schooldays, sorority sister saves, carbon…

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COLDR: S16E06: Werk the World & Corporate Queens 1:14:26

4M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon are back as the queens go to werk! From a funky rock-the-vote number to climbing the corporate ladder, listen as the guys spill the T as the race draws closer to its big finish. Is it “crystal” clear who’s heading to the end or … Continue reading COLDR: S16E06: Werk the World & Corporate Que…

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TBG #76 - Sweet Melodies with Carl Pariso 1:07:17

4M ago1:07:17

1:07:17

This week, it's all about the music! The Gays are joined by musician (& pal of Justin) Carl Pariso to talk all about the music industry, his upcoming album 'Level 30' and his upcoming show at the Rockwood Music Hall in New York! Justin and Kevin talk boy band crushes, favorite (and least favorite) genres of music, jealousy in relationships and show…

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246: GREASE 2 Movie Club With Eureka O'Hara! 1:57:27

4M ago1:57:27

1:57:27

Our girl for all seasons Eureka O'Hara joins me to talk the mirth, magic and mayhem of the undercover feminist cult classic GREASE 2! We get into what a T-Bird could mean these days, the majesty of Michelle Pfeiffer, shooting dance numbers before the songs are ready, the chaotic grandiosity of producer & impresario Allan Carr, the impact of RSO & R…

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245: UNDER THE CHERRY MOON Movie Club With Jason Shawhan 1:47:22

5M ago1:47:22

1:47:22

Nashville’s pre-eminent film critic, connoisseur & Prince devotee Jason Shawhan returns to Movie Club as we talk Prince’s 2nd film UNDER THE CHERRY MOON. We get into Prince’s ever-practical wardrobe choices, Jerome Benton’s woefully short film career, the rather progressive queerness of the film, “Martin Scorsese’s Pee Wee’s Big Adventure”, Wendy &…

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244: Mike Chapman & Maddy Paterson! (Encore Presentation) 2:59:10

5M ago2:59:10

2:59:10

My dear friends Mike Chapman & Maddy Paterson join me to talk writing and producing decades of hits like “Ballroom Blitz”, “Hey Mickey” “Simply The Best” and much more, Michael Des Barres, producing Agnetha from ABBA, Suzi Quatro, pairing Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne, the trouble with Sharon Osbourne, working with mentor Micky Most, Dreamland Records,…

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COLDR: S16E04: Welcome to the DollHouse & The Sound of Rusic 1:12:54

5M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon are back again to set the stage of the most recent episodes. The hills are alive and the dolls are just getting started! Listen in as the guys harmonize on the queens musical chops and branding prowess. Do-Re-Mi and spill the T. http://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/coldr-…

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TBG #75 - Reggie Rocket Goes All the Way on the First Date 1:24:48

5M ago1:24:48

1:24:48

This week the Gays talk about Aldi's grocery stores and the employee's piss poor attitude, the power of a Girl Scout Cookie, Justin's experiences as a Boy Scout and learning about sex while role playing at Reggie Rocket from Rocket Power. Kevin knows gets called out for being TOO regular at Panera Bread, Justin roasts a high school girl, Kevin know…

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TBG #74 - The Good, The Bad & The Dateless 1:12:42

5M ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Everybody say LOVE! 💖 This week The Gays celebrate Valentine's Day together! Justin helps Kevin find a soulmate, Kevin flirts with his Dad's ex-boyfriend, and Justin pens a letter to Jen Shah while Kevin contemplates writing a love letter to a convict. The Gays try to get a date with Cher, talk the Grammys, who a TRUE Icon is and their thoughts on …

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243: Paul Williams! 1:58:36

5M ago1:58:36

1:58:36

The Muppet Movie, Phantom Of The Paradise, Bugsy Malone, A Star Is Born, “You And Me Against The World”, Smokey & The Bandit...what singular magical element do these cultural touchstones have in common? The legendary, inspirational & hilarious singer, songwriter, actor, author, recovery advocate/counselor AND President of ASCAP known as PAUL WILLIA…

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TBG #73 - Conchita Le Peugh & the Belching Blue Lesbian 57:24

6M ago57:24

57:24

This week the Gays return from a restful & relaxing vacation and....nothing has changed. Justin gets a new job, Kevin sends an embarrassing photo to a cute boy, Gypsy Rose Blanchard becomes a free murderer and Justin wants to plant a smooch on Larry the Cable Guy. Kevin has a bone to pick with their Instagram followers and the Gays get real while a…

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COLDR: S16E03: RDR Live! & Girl Groups 1:28:31

6M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon give their lives as the queens give their all in an acting and group challenge. From dancing divas to comedy chops, listen in as the guys share their thoughts. The race is just starting to heat up, so get ready for all the shade. … Continue reading COLDR: S16E03: RDR Live! & Girl Groups →…

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COLDR: S16E02: Queen Choice Awards & The Mother of All Balls 1:22:51

6M ago1:22:51

1:22:51

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon return to critique as seven more queens prance their way into the werkroom. Listen in while they spill the tea and review the choices of the gurls as they show off their talents before all the queens come together for the mother of all … Continue reading COLDR: S16E02: Queen Choice Awards & …

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242: Stephen Trask (Part 2) 1:19:04

6M ago1:19:04

1:19:04

This candid chat with legendary compser, co-creator of Hedwig & The Angry Inch and all-around terrific person known as Stephen Trask continues, picking up where we left off: the difficulties of coming out during the Reagan era, the extremes of youthful idealism, protest & arrests, Don Hill's and the dream of a better nightlife future coming true wi…

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COLDR: S16E01: Rate-A-Queen 1:00:56

6M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon are back back back again! It’s a new year and a new season of drag has begun. As half of our season’s queens enter the werkroom, listen in as the guys dish on the doll’s charisma, uniqueness, nerve and TALENT as they compete in … Continue reading COLDR: S16E01: Rate-A-Queen →…

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241: EATING RAOUL Movie Club (With Jason Shawhan) 1:19:56

7M ago1:19:56

1:19:56

Nashville's pre-eminent film critic, curator & connoisseur Jason Shawhan returns for EATING RAOUL. We talk Paul Bartel, Mary Woronov, The Roger Corman Expanded Universe, Robert Beltran, swingers, wine-snobs, bad musical theater, the lurking terror of The Beach Boys, SCENES FROM THE CLASS STRUGGLE IN BEVERLY HILLS and much more. Join the Craig & Fri…

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240: Stephen Trask! (Part 1) 1:06:08

7M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Stephen joins me to talk scoring films, replacing Randy Newman, taking Hedwig & The Angry Inch from stage to screen, studio sabotage, leading the house band at the legendary SqueezeBox! party, negative pickups, falling in love with punk & piano lessons, the terror of coming to terms with being queer in the early 80s, hitting big at Sundance and muc…

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TBG #72 - A Big Gay Getaway 1:16:26

7M ago1:16:26

1:16:26

This week The Gays are getting away! Justin and Kevin answer your questions about Kelly Clarkson, the Best and Worst Gift they've ever given/received, Kevin asks Justin about going on a naked game show and Justin calls out racism and homophobia in the workplace. That's a wrap on 2023! It's been a fun and wild ride this year! We'll see you again wit…

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239: BODY DOUBLE Movie Club (Encore Presentation) 1:22:12

7M ago1:22:12

1:22:12

For this merry Movie Club Monday, an encore presentation of the very first Movie Club episode. Taped in 2018 with my former co-host Katya, this is a gleeful exploration into the magic and mystery of Brian De Palma's oft-misunderstood masterpiece BODY DOUBLE Sign up to The Craig & Friends Patreon to support the show and get hott bonus content.…

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