Best Alec Mapa Podcasts (2024)

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LOOK WHAT'S HAPPENED TO ROSEMARY'S BABY with Stacie Ponder 1:56:18

1h ago1:56:18

1:56:18

You might think that if anyone was going to follow up the iconic film Rosemary's Baby with further tales of the plucky Woodhouse family, they would do so with the skill and thoughtfulness that made the original so celebrated. Well, you woulnd't be correct, because the 1976 ABC TV movie LOOK WHAT'S HAPPENED TO ROSEMARY'S BABY tosses out the prestiga…

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SCREAM, PRETTY PEGGY with Andrew Hopf 1:47:40

12d ago1:47:40

1:47:40

Have you ever been watching reruns of That Girl and felt like Ted Bessell seemed too villainous to be playing Marlo Thomas’s boyfriend? If yes, then we’ve got the movie for you. Originally airing in 1973, SCREAM, PRETTY PEGGY has Bessell starring opposite Bette Davis and Sian Barbara Allen in a thriller that sure wants to earn the adjective “Hitchc…

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NIGHT TERROR with Carrie Aizley and Christen Sussin 1:39:42

1M ago1:39:42

1:39:42

Also known as Night Drive, this 1974 made-for-TV thriller stars none other than Valerie Harper as a lady motorist pursued by a psychopath. Is it a distaff Duel or an even scarier Crossroads? Here to answer that question are two of Sam's comedy chums, performers Carrie Aizley and Christen Sussin. Sam Pancake's X (Formerly known as Twitter)…

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FALLEN ANGEL with Margaret Cho 1:43:26

3M ago1:43:26

1:43:26

Warning: This episode (and this TV film) concerns child pornography and might be upsetting for some listeners. What’s this? A return to the “teen trauma” wave of TV movies? YES! And it’s all thanks to this week’s guest, Margaret Cho, who made the suggestion that Sam look into this real doozy of a telefilm. FALLEN ANGEL stars Melinda Dillon as the m…

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REVENGE! with Peaches Christ 1:39:29

4M ago1:39:29

1:39:29

Will Shelley Winters finally have her revenge on Sam Pancake and the Monday Afternoon Movie? Now that we're back to the horror genre, Sam has invited iconic filmmaker and confirmed cult leader Peaches Christ into the fold to talk about REVENGE!, the 1971 ABC movie of the week starring Sam's nemesis, Dame Shelley Winters, Bradford Dillman, and Stuar…

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THE LANGOLIERS with Jonathan Cerda-Rowell (Part 2) 1:03:30

5M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Just like the Langoliers, the Monday Afternoon Movie marches on. Covering part two of the Stephen King (or Stephanie Queen if you prefer the drag version) two-part miniseries The Langoliers. The film stars some heavy hitters of television at the time: Bronson Pinchot from Perfect Strangers, Dean Stockwell from Quantum Leap, and three-time Emmy winn…

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THE LANGOLIERS with Jonathan Cerda-Rowell (Part 1) 1:30:10

5M ago1:30:10

1:30:10

Let the horror continue on the new season of Monday Afternoon Movie, with your host Sam Pancake. We are bringing out Stephen King for this episode, specifically the 1995 TV mini-series THE LANGOLIERS, starring Patricia Wettig, Dean Stockwell, Bronson Pinchot, and Tom Holland (no, not Spider-Man). Joining Sam on this mysterious departure into the li…

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ALIEN LOVER with Nina West 1:45:42

6M ago1:45:42

1:45:42

Welcome back to the Monday Afternoon Movie! Sam's return to horror continues with this 1975 episode of ABC's Wide World of Mystery that features the premiere of the one and only Kate Mulgrew. Here to probe into this 70's television masterpiece is none other than drag queen, activist, actor and Drag Race veteran Nina West, aka Andrew Levitt. A lonel…

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THE PEOPLE with Alec Mapa 1:31:56

7M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

Let the new season of horror begin! Sam Pancake is here in the new year to get back to the Monday Afternoon Movie roots, which is all that is shocking and scary and sometimes ridiculous. He's asked actor and now returning guest Alec Mapa to sit down with him to watch the 1972 film THE PEOPLE, starring William Shatner, Kim Darby, and Diane Varsi. A …

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THE STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL with Bruce Vilanch (Part 2) 53:24

8M ago53:24

53:24

OMG OMG OMG Bruce Vilanch! Okay, now that that is out of the way... Part two of the Monday Afternoon Movie holiday special has arrived, and it has brought with it not frankincense and myrrh, but definitely two wise men in Sam Pancake and THE legendary Bruce Vilanch. We just had to include him in any conversation revolving around the Star Wars holid…

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THE STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL with Tom Ford (Part 1) 55:57

8M ago55:57

55:57

It wouldn't quite feel like the holidays without a Monday Afternoon Movie holiday special. For that special, why not cover the infamous pinnacle of all holiday variety shows, The Star Wars Holiday Special?! The whole crew is begrudgingly and contractually back to bring a truly forgettable viewing experience to your late 1970's television sets. Mark…

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AMITYVILLE: THE EVIL ESCAPES with Joshua Tonks (Part 2) 1:18:28

10M ago1:18:28

1:18:28

It's the Halloween Special part two, covering the fourth installment of one of the most famous horror series ever. That infamous New England house is back in Amityville: The Evil Escapes aka A HIDEOUS GAY LAMP IS KILLING MY FAMILY aka DON'T STICK YOUR HAND IN A GARBAGE DISPOSAL aka DON'T OPEN YOUR MOUTH UNDER AN OPEN SEWER PIPE. Joshua Tonks is bac…

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AMITYVILLE: THE EVIL ESCAPES with Joshua Tonks (Part 1) 1:13:09

10M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Ok y’all- for my Halloween episode(s) this year, I decided to take us on a trip to that fated Dutch Colonial Mansard-Roofed House of Horror with the Glowing Demonic Window/Eyes. I had never seen the fourth installment and first TVM iteration of the frenetic “Amityville Horror” franchise, 1989’s AMITYVILLE HORROR: THE EVIL ESCAPES aka AMITYVILLE 4: …

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MAZES AND MONSTERS with Meika Grimm (Part 2) 1:31:14

10M ago1:31:14

1:31:14

Time to drop back into the satanic panic of 1982 with the second half of the Tom Hanks led TV film Mazes and Monsters, also starring Wendy Crewson and Chris Makepeace. Joining Sam again is TableCakes own Meika Grimm, editor of this very podcast. She has also edited a number of our sister podcasts, including Smart Mouth. She is an L.A. based digital…

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MAZES AND MONSTERS with Meika Grimm (Part 1) 1:15:31

11M ago1:15:31

1:15:31

You're going to want to bring out the 20 sided dice, blacklights, and Mountain Dew for this one. We're staying in the year 1982, but after a string of teenage wasteland themed episodes, it's time to get back to the show's roots. That right! Horror! Specifically the Tom Hanks led film Mazes and Monsters, also starring Wendy Crewson and Chris Makepea…

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DESPERATE LIVES with Arden Myrin (Part 2) 1:51:59

11M ago1:51:59

1:51:59

We're back in good ol' 1982 for part two of the apex of the teenage wasteland movies, Desperate Lives, starring Helen Hunt, Diana Scarwid, and Doug McKeon. Joining Sam again for the conclusion is actor, writer, and comedian Arden Myrin (Secret Chef, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel). Two high school kids from anytown, USA get involved with the wrong crowd and…

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DESPERATE LIVES with Arden Myrin (Part 1) 1:37:00

11M ago1:37:00

1:37:00

The pinnacle of the teenage wasteland made for TV specials is here and Sam has asked actor, writer, and comedian Arden Myrin (Secret Chef, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) to join him in breaking down the hard to find 1982 CBS movie Desperate Lives. It stars Helen Hunt, Diana Scarwid, and Doug McKeon. Two high school kids from anytown, USA get involved with …

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COTTON CANDY with Sarah Marshall (Part 2) 1:09:14

11M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

The end of Summer Sam-a-thon continues with COTTON CANDY Part 2 with podcast giant Sarah Marshall! It's the conclusion of the 1978 Ron Howard film Cotton Candy, starring Clinton Howard, Leslie King, Charles Martin Smith, and Kevin Lee Miller. Fellow podcaster and writer Sarah Marshall returns to breakdown Torbin's fashion habits and lack of tact, C…

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COTTON CANDY with Sarah Marshall (Part 1) 1:15:08

12M ago1:15:08

1:15:08

The movie of the week this time around is the 1978 Ron Howard film Cotton Candy, starring Clint Howard (naturally), Leslie King, Charles Martin Smith, and Kevin Lee Miller. Joining Sam is fellow podcaster and writer Sarah Marshall, of the popular podcast You're Wrong About. Listen as they talk about trying to make "flush you" a thing, as well as th…

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THE SURVIVAL OF DANA with Julia & Nic (Part 2) 1:17:45

12M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

The exciting conclusion! Rejoin Sam, his nephew Nic, and his niece Julia (real kids from the valley!) as they wrap up the second half of the 1979 made-for-TV movie The Survival of Dana, starring Melissa Sue Anderson, Robert Carradine, Marion Ross, & Judge Reinhold. When a high school girl's family moves from North Dakota to the San Fernando Valley …

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THE SURVIVAL OF DANA with Julia & Nic (Part 1) 1:10:53

12M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

Happy Monday Afternoon to you all. The troubled teens theme continues, this time with real teens as guests! Sam is joined by Julia and Nic, two actual teens from the valley who were forced to watch all 95 minutes of THE SURVIVAL OF DANA for this podcast. This CBS made-for-TV movie originally aired in 1979, and starred Melissa Sue Anderson, Robert C…

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ANGEL DUSTED with Gedde Watanabe (Part 2) 1:42:16

1y ago1:42:16

1:42:16

Sam Pancake and the amazing Gedde Watanabe are back for part two of their walkthrough of Angel Dusted, the NBC TV Special starring Jean Stapleton and Arthur Hill. An affluent family's son begins to have violent outbursts while away at college and they soon discover that he has fallen into drugs, specifically the dangerous new trendy drug called PCP…

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ANGEL DUSTED with Gedde Watanabe (Part 1) 1:13:29

1y ago1:13:29

1:13:29

This week, Sam is here to help teach us all about the dangers of PCP, through the 1981 NBC Monday Night at the Movies film ANGEL DUSTED, starring Jean Stapleton, Helen Hunt, and Arthur Hill. Who better to "sift" through this flick with Sam than someone who knows a bit about teen movies? Why not legendary screen and stage actor Gedde Watanabe (Prett…

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THE BOY IN THE PLASTIC BUBBLE with Sarah Burns (Part 2) 1:11:07

1y ago1:11:07

1:11:07

We return with the thrilling yet ambiguous conclusion to The Boy in the Plastic Bubble, the 1976 ABC TV movie starring John Travolta, Diana Hyland, and Robert Reed. As usual, Sam is not tackling this task alone. Sarah Burns is back and ready to offer her perspective and opinions regarding horses with no names, toxic teenage traits, and who she cons…

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THE BOY IN THE PLASTIC BUBBLE with Sarah Burns (Part 1) 1:39:54

1y ago1:39:54

1:39:54

Sam Pancake Presents: The Monday Afternoon Movie continues to roll along! Sam sets his sights this week on the 1976 ABC release The Boy in the Plastic Bubble, starring John Travolta, Diana Hyland, and Robert Reed. This week, Sam has called on his friend, the always talented and hilariously affable actress Sarah Burns (Barry, I Love You, Man, Drunk …

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SPECIAL 100TH EPISODE with Sam Pancake 1:22:21

1y ago1:22:21

1:22:21

After a brief Patreon-only summer break, Monday Afternoon Movie is now officially back on the public feed! What better way celebrate the 100th episode than with a good old fashioned clip show? Join usual host Sam Pancake as he sits in the guest chair this time to discuss and reminisce about all of the laughs, scares, highs, and lows of the first 10…

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The Queen of Season 15 with Sasha Colby 25:02

1+ y ago25:02

25:02

She’s here! Sasha Colby, America’s Next Drag Superstar, joins Alec and Loni for a conversation about life after the finale and what it took to get to this moment. From spirituality to fan support, it takes a village! She also Ruveals what went into her final lip sync look. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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It’s Season 15’s Finale Era 1:08:03

1+ y ago1:08:03

1:08:03

The time has come….to crown America’s Next Drag Superstar! Alec attended the finale taping and is spilling all the tea of who he talked to, sat by, and yelled for and Loni is thirsty for it. They Ruview every sickening look, performance, and of course that final Ruvealing lip sync. Plus, if you rewind, you can see a certain silver-haired someone po…

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Season 15 Ru-United 1:00:07

1+ y ago1:00:07

1:00:07

It’s not just the cast who’s back together! Alec and Loni reunite after Alec’s cruise and they’re ready to Ruview this reunion. The queens gathered with Ru one last time before the Grand Finale next week to hash out everything Season 15. Unseen footage, unaired reads, gossip, shade, tears, it’s all you could want in one episode. Plus, we think Alec…

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Blaming It On The Edit with Trixie Mattel & Loosey LaDuca 1:34:07

1+ y ago1:34:07

1:34:07

Oh honey, we have a very special guest co-host today, Trixie Mattel! She is filling in for Alec while he’s literally on a boat. Trixie tells us what she’s up to, what era she’s in, and her opinions on anti-drag laws before diving into episode 14. Loosey LaDuca is also here to chat with Loni about her Joan Rivers impersonation and the success of “Le…

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School Isn’t Always a Drag with Salina EsTitties 1:09:31

1+ y ago1:09:31

1:09:31

She represented LA and now she’s ready to slay! Salina EsTitties is here to chat about how she represented her culture on the main stage and what it’s like to work the Hollywood grind in drag. Before that, Alec and Loni decide which queens passed the test in the Family Resemblance Makeover Challenge dragging up some deserving teachers. A couple nee…

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Everybody Cut Your Wig Loose with Marcia Marcia Marcia 1:10:25

1+ y ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Lucky for us the Marcia of all trades, Marcia Marcia Marcia, is here! She talks all about her first time watching Drag Race and how she applied those “more make-up” notes during the competition. Alec and Loni are seated front row for Wigloose the Rusical. The queens were tasked with bringing the house down while bringing drag to a small town. Plus,…

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Are Two Queens Funnier Than One? 49:18

1+ y ago49:18

49:18

Calling all comedy queens! This is your week! The Bubly Comedy Festival is in town and the queens have to do stand-up to stand out. Alec and Loni chat about how the performances went and offer some sound advice. But first, it’s the Harlem Vogue Ball Mini Challenge and let’s just say the ducks were walked. Then, the queens are ripped to shreds on th…

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BORN INNOCENT with Julie Brown (Part2) 57:16

1+ y ago57:16

57:16

The movie discussed in this episode depicts violent and traumatic physical and psychological situations, including rape, abuse, and self-harm. Please be advised. Sam and the amazingly talented Julie Brown are back for part two of their coverage of the highly controversial 1974 film BORN INNOCENT, starring Linda Blair. The second half of the movie i…

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The Queens Go Deep 54:17

1+ y ago54:17

54:17

This week is (Sasha) fierce! It happened, it finally happened…A Night of a Thousand Beyoncés on the runway! Alec and Loni found some looks flawless and some, indeed, replaceable. But first, they go in-depth about the hard-hitting 50/50 interview Maxi Challenge. Some queens walked the walk, while others talked…over their guests. See omnystudio.com/l…

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BORN INNOCENT with Julie Brown (Part 1) 1:13:17

1+ y ago1:13:17

1:13:17

The movie discussed in this episode depicts violent and traumatic physical and psychological situations, including rape, abuse, and self-harm. Please be advised. Sam Pancake Presents the Monday Afternoon Movie is back for the new year! Sam is beyond tickled to be sitting down with the legendary and always fabulous actress, comedian, and screen/tele…

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A Crystalized Milestone with Jax 1:16:17

1+ y ago1:16:17

1:16:17

It’s a flipping good time! Jax drops by to chat about mixing cheerleading with drag and reminisces about her first drag number. Alec and Loni have crystallized and are ready to celebrate the 200th episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race and all it took to achieve such a milestone. Then, they don’t drop the ball when it comes to breaking down the looks from T…

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Twisted LaLaPaRuZa with Aura Mayari 54:11

1+ y ago54:11

54:11

Loni’s gallbladder may be gone, but Aura Mayari is here to talk about her preparations and favorite moments of her time this season. Alec and Loni are also ready to recap for their life! Round after round, the queens had to show out in the LaLaPaRuZa lip-sync to keep their spot in the competition. And you know it wouldn’t be RuPaul’s Drag Race with…

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The Daytona Wind Blows Again with Robin Fierce 1:04:16

1+ y ago1:04:16

1:04:16

Fierce divas only today! Alec and Loni are joined by thee Robin Fierce. She talks about being a product of Drag Race and the meaning behind her exit line. But before that, it’s time for a reboot! Alec and Loni give their thoughts on RuPaul’s directing and the queens’ performances in The Daytona Wind sitcom challenge. Let’s just say some blew them a…

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Denise Simon 34:37

1+ y ago34:37

34:37

Aggie interviews Denise Simon actor, teacher, director, talent manager and author of Parenting in the Spotlight: How To Raise a Child Star Without Screwing Them Up. Available on Amazon in Paperback and Kindle. Want a trusted source with years of Industry Experience & Mastered Training? Through simple yet powerful techniques, Denise Simon Acting & C…

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The Golden Gal Pals with Amethyst 56:03

1+ y ago56:03

56:03

Is this thing on? Hope so, because Amethyst pops by to talk about making music and, of course, her nose. But first, Alec and Loni discuss all the drama around which group got which song for the Shady Pines-apalooza. Should you fight for something you want or just let someone else have it? They’ll answer that in “15 Seconds to Say.” Then, things get…

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Home Decor, Haute Couture with Sugar 1:06:34

1+ y ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Not only is the library open this week, but Sugar swings by for a super sweet chat. Alec and Loni breakdown their favorite reads and sit front row at Drag Race Fashion Week. The queens were tasked with creating looks from materials found in Michelle, Ross and Carson’s fashion houses. What would one find in a room of the House of Love or the House o…

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My God, There’s Snatch for Everybody 49:09

1+ y ago49:09

49:09

Yes, you were seeing double. The queens served their best celebrity impressions in TWO rounds of Snatch Game. Alec and Loni are ready to talk about who was fierce and who flopped. They also give their best advice to developing a character for such a situation in “Season 15 Seconds to Say”. Then, things get scary as the two offer their critiques on …

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All Drag Queens Go To Heaven with Irene DuBois 1:12:07

1+ y ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Alec and Loni are joined by the Alien Queen, Irene DuBois, and it is out of this world! First, the two share their visions of Heaven to go along with this week’s Maxi Challenge. No necks were broken during the recording of this episode. Then, the queens polish up their Metallica runways while Alec and Loni let their opinions shine. Plus, Irene RuVe…

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Ready, Set, Slay! Part Two 1:02:42

1+ y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Alec and Loni are keeping this supersized premiere rolling along. What better way to get to know the new queens than by having one big night of talent?! The two RuVeal what they thought of each performance. Are they able to make a glass of ice cold water now? Will they help someone find their baby? Can they walk that fu*king duck? Then, it’s the fi…

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Ready, Set, Slay! Part One 52:01

1+ y ago52:01

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And we’re off! It’s a new year and the new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race has begun. Alec and Loni are revved up and ready to review every wig, eyelash, outfit, and shady comment of Season 15. First up for the supersized premiere, the Super Sweet 16 make their Werk Room debut and pay homage to past seasons with some wet and windy photoshoots. Plus, k…

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Introducing: Season 15 of RuPaul’s Drag Race 1:28

1+ y ago1:28

1:28

Loni Love and Alec Mapa are your official one stop shop for everything RuPaul’s Drag Race. Every Friday, they’re recapping the latest episode of season 15 and along the way they’ll be joined by fan-favorite queens. Catch all new episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Paramount+ and MTV every Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Behind the Beard with Danny Beard 33:27

1+ y ago33:27

33:27

The royalty is here! Alec and Loni welcome the UK’s Next Drag Superstar, Danny Beard. Taking time while backstage on tour, Danny reflects on winning the crown, her favorite moments and what’s next. They all talk about the importance of treating people with kindness and respect. Ever wondered how the UK and American drag scenes differ? Danny has you…

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The Crème De La Crème with BenDeLaCreme 37:14

1+ y ago37:14

37:14

Did you know there was a different drag character BEFORE BenDeLaCreme came to exist?! The self-eliminating yet terminally delightful, BenDeLaCreme joins Alec and Loni to discuss her best moments from Season 6 and All Stars 3 and how drag helped her in through some pretty hard times and those years of self-discovery. And you know our terrific twosom…

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MRS. SANTA CLAUS with Ben Rimalower 1:53:32

1+ y ago1:53:32

1:53:32

Ho! Ho! Ho! It's time for the Monday Afternoon Movie holiday special with Sam Pancake! This week, Sam is joined by director & broadway aficionado Ben Rimalower as he take us on a whimsical journey through the 1992 Made-For-TV film MRS. SANTA CLAUS, starring Dame Angela Lansbury and Charles Durning. Mrs. Santa Claus longs for something different thi…

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