In this conversation, Joe Betance and Robert Mata discuss the lip sync performances on Drag Race Season 16. They share their thoughts on the contestants and their predictions for the final four. They also discuss the dynamics of the competition and the strategies employed by the queens. Later, Joe and Nathan review their predictions from the Meet the Queens episode, express their preferences for the winner and discuss the importance of vulnerability and storytelling in the competition. 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 Vand get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the RuPaul's Drag Race Recap Show, Joe and Nathan discuss the penultimate episode of Season 16. They start by talking about their conversation on Just Between Us Girls and promote their Patreon. They review the reunion episode, the lip syncs, and the song choices. They discuss the strategy behind the lip sync pairings and share their thoughts on each performance. They also talk about the new stage and the death drop in Lip Sync 3. In this episode, Joe and Nathan review the lip sync battles of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16. They discuss the performances, song choices, and the queens' ability to connect with the songs. They also delve into the complexities of song licensing and the challenges faced by the show in securing the rights to popular songs. The hosts analyze each lip sync and share their thoughts on the winners and losers. They highlight the standout moments and discuss the strategies employed by the queens. Overall, they provide an entertaining and insightful recap of the episode. 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 wayto being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Joe Betance discusses various topics including the challenges of recording a podcast episode, the boredom of the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, the dynamics of the top three queens, the potential reasons for Q's elimination, the impact of social media on content creators, and personal experiences with panic attacks and UTIs. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, the hosts discuss the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race and share their thoughts on the challenges and the queens' performances. They also engage in playful banter and discuss random topics. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the cover shoot and interviews from the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race. They share their thoughts on the queens' performances and critique the judges' comments. They also touch on the interview with guest judge Matt Rogers and discuss his interviewing style. The hosts then discuss the elimination day and the final runway looks. They share their opinions on the queens' outfits and the judges' critiques. The episode ends with a discussion about Ronan Farrow and his connection to Mia Farrow and Woody Allen. They also mention Q's mirror message and the overall drama of the episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Betance and Robert Mata discuss the season finale of Drag Race UK vs the World Season 2. After the break, they host a round table discussion of fans vying for a spot to be an Afterthought Media Panelist. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Joe and Nathan discuss their experiences with live shows and the lack of attendance. They also talk about Australian stereotypes and the movie Crocodile Dundee. The main focus of the episode is the recap of Drag Race Vegas Live Makeovers, including the lip sync battle and the elimination of a queen. They also discuss the post-elimination reactions and plug their Patreon. The episode concludes with conversations in the workroom, including a discussion about Drag Race Monopoly and the dancer walk-off. The conversation covers topics such as straight men in drag, table visits, tucking class, main stage choreography, elimination day, runway looks, and the winner and bottom two. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss various topics, including Q, car shopping, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the pit crew member's bulge, and their opinions on RuPaul's Drag Race. They also touch on bathroom design, the Hemsworth brothers, and the dynamics of dating based on height. In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss various topics related to the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race UK. They share their opinions on Q's behavior, Dawn's departure, RuPaul's interruptions, the roast challenge, Tia Kofi's look, Hannah Conda's emotional moment, the music selection, and their nostalgia for old gay clubs. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts discuss the behavior of a contestant named Q on RuPaul's Drag Race. They highlight Q's gaslighting behavior and negative attitude towards other contestants. The hosts also discuss the stigma surrounding HIV and how Q's HIV status was used as a storyline on the show. They analyze Q's actions and the impact it has on the competition. The conversation also touches on the importance of addressing HIV stigma and promoting understanding and acceptance. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss reunion spoilers and the filming process. They speculate on what might happen at the reunion and the possibility of a lip sync competition. They also share their desire for Sephira to win the competition. The hosts review the mini challenge, where the queens put on makeup and pressed their faces against t-shirts. They then discuss the maxi challenge, where the queens had to design show-stopping powder rooms for a nightclub. Finally, they talk about elimination day, including discussions about bathroom accidents and emotional moments. In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including acceptance and commitment therapy, motherly charisma, the mandatory meeting video, Plane Jane's arc, imposter syndrome, Q's reaction to invalidation, reviewing the looks, and the maxi challenge presentations. They also share their favorite and least favorite looks, and discuss the lip sync battle between Morphine and Dawn. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss various topics, including technical difficulties, preferences in sexual roles, traditional gender roles, crossword puzzles, language usage, and race-related issues. They also call for new guests on the show and critique a performance on RuPaul's Drag Race. The conversation highlights the importance of considering cultural context and individual perspectives when discussing sensitive topics. In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss various topics related to RuPaul's Drag Race. They talk about RuPaul's love for minstrel shows and the issue of virtue signaling and stereotypes. They also discuss Q's behavior and insecurity, the dance challenge on UK vs. the World, and the impressive lip sync performance by Marina Summers. They share their thoughts on the lack of emotional connection with the queens, the concept of home field advantage, and the perception of Scarlet Envy as a fan favorite. They also mention their plans for future episodes and share some stray thoughts. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Joe and Nathan discuss Season 16, Episode 11 of RuPaul's Drag Race. They cover topics such as the lip sync battle, the mini challenge, the maxi challenge, and the drama between the contestants. They also share their thoughts on the elimination and speculate on the motivations behind certain actions. Overall, the episode is filled with humor, analysis, and lively conversation. They also talk about the challenges of pairing Maya and Dawn together, the events of elimination day and the drag queen seminars. They also review the main stage critiques and winner announcement, along with Q's disappointment and desire for three wins. The episode concludes with a preview of the next week's episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The conversation covers various topics related to RuPaul and the WeHo gay scene. It explores the concept of WeHo gays and their identity, as well as the controversy surrounding RuPaul's involvement in different ventures. The conversation also touches on RuPaul's views on social issues and the challenges of changing one's sexual orientation. Overall, the discussion provides insights into the world of RuPaul and the LGBTQ+ community in West Hollywood. In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race and share their thoughts on the performances and challenges. They also talk about the ongoing drama in Drag Race Spain and the controversy surrounding the winner. The conversation then shifts to the UK vs the World season and the lack of lesbian representation in the show. They also discuss age preferences in dating and the dynamics of attraction. Overall, it's a lively and entertaining discussion about various topics related to drag and LGBTQ+ culture. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summary In this episode, Joe, Nathan, and Adam discuss the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race. They start by talking about Joe's song parody and the original plan for multiple voices. They then discuss the lip sync and their thoughts on the song choice. The conversation moves on to the challenges and the queens' performances. They also discuss the dynamics between the queens and their impressions of each other. The episode continues with a discussion on attraction to the queens and their personal preferences. Later, the hosts discuss various topics including revealing secrets, Laurie's intriguing fantasies, workroom conversations, Sephira's confessional look, Myra's rhyming lyrics, Dawn's baldness, Dawn's trauma talk, Dawn's Urkel impression, Dawn's obsession with power, recording session thoughts, Leland and Freddie's performance, Dawn's evil influence on Plane, Dawn's singing skills, and the choreo session with Jamal Sims. In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the design girls' skills, impressive flips, choreographers, mental health, the importance of voting, the mystery of the episode title, the immunity potion, and the lip sync battle. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summary In this conversation, Joe and Robert discuss various topics related to Drag Race and personal experiences. They start with an introduction and talk about a business lunch. They then correct a mistake from a previous episode and discuss the movie Romy Michelle's High School Reunion. The conversation moves on to pronouns and gender identity, followed by listener emails and a discussion on the latest Drag Race episode. They also talk about the gothic theme and personal preferences. The conversation covers the right winner of Drag Race and the rules of the show. They discuss the importance of confidence and self-assuredness in winning the competition. Robert shares about his web series 'Traders' and they discuss bringing back old TV formats. The conversation concludes with final thoughts. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Joe Betance, Nathan Patrick Brown and guest co-host Jimmy Anti discuss the recent lip sync battle and elimination, as well as the contestants' reactions. They also delve into the topic of the Snatch Game and share their thoughts on the mini challenge, which involved a spit take. The main focus of the episode is the maxi challenge, where the contestants had to create a bespoke neo-goth look. Joe, Nathan and Jimmy also discuss the return to form and design challenges in the show. They also delve into the workroom drama and confessions of the contestants. The conversation then moves on to elimination day and the dating stories shared by the queens. The hosts analyze the runway looks and the judging process. Finally, they discuss the lip sync battle and the elimination of one of the contestants. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Joe and Lauri discuss Lauri's dislike for Kyra Sedgwick and Elizabeth Banks. Lauri shares her personal encounter with Kyra Sedgwick and explains why she refuses to support any projects involving her. The conversation also touches on the topic of cousin relationships and the debate on making up characters for Snatch Game on RuPaul's Drag Race. The chapter concludes with a discussion on Maya's misunderstanding of the Snatch Game assignment. In the next segment, Joe and Robert discuss various topics related to Drag Race, including controversial Snatch Game performances, Morphine's growth on the show, the impact of first impressions and visual cues, the changing dynamics of the gay community, the reinforcement of stereotypes and divides, representation in media, the immersive experience challenge, Le Grand Dame's runway look, Jonbers Blonde's confidence, Scarlett's catchphrase, the virality of internet content, the light-hearted nature of the show, the paranoia of being misunderstood, and the popularity of their podcast. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Betance, Nathan Brown and Lauri Roggenkamp discuss, dissect and deconstruct Episode 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16. 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. Summary In this episode, the hosts recap Season 16 Episode 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race, titled Snatch Game. They discuss the lip sync battle, the best lip syncs of the season, and the close competition between the bottom two queens. They also talk about the reading challenge and the importance of roasting skills in the competition. The hosts share their thoughts on the queens' performances and offer some comedic banter throughout the episode. The conversation covers various topics related to the Snatch Game challenge, including the queens' performances, the judges' feedback, and the missed opportunities for comedy. The chapters also touch on the queens' preparation in the workroom, the advice given by Chad Michaels, and the criticism of certain queens' characters. The conversation highlights the importance of appealing to RuPaul's personality and the editing choices made to portray the queens in a positive light. In this episode, the hosts review the Snatch Game performances, discuss Robert Irwin, and analyze Plasma's portrayal of Patty LePone. They also talk about Q's performance, review Armani's performance, and discuss the elimination day and runway looks. The episode concludes with final thoughts on the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Summary In this episode, Joe and Robert discuss various topics including the audio quality issues, Drag Race Season 16, UK vs. the World 2, Megami's lip sync, mean gays, and Grindr. The conversation covers topics such as addiction to dating apps, discussion on UKVW 2, excitement for UKVW 2, being judgmental, and Danganronpa and movie adaptations. Takeaways Audio quality issues can impact the overall listening experience. Different seasons of Drag Race can have different levels of engagement and interest. The perception of mean gays can vary, and not all gay individuals fit into this stereotype. Grindr can be used for various purposes, including validation and casual hookups. Dating app addiction is a real issue that some people struggle with. UKVW 2 is a show that the participants are excited about and enjoy discussing. Being judgmental is a common trait among people, especially when it comes to reality TV shows. The conversation touches on the idea of adapting the game Danganronpa into a movie. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Jay Ellis Lyrics 01:09 Audio Quality Issues 03:42 Discussion on Drag Race Season 16 04:55 Discussion on UK vs. the World 2 09:12 Discussion on Megami's Lip Sync 12:02 Discussion on Plasma and Mean Gays 30:49 Discussion on UK vs. the World 2 Episode 1 35:36 Discussion on Grindr 36:56 Addiction to Dating Apps 39:34 Discussion on UKVW 2 42:39 Excitement for UKVW 2 43:37 Being Judgmental 43:50 Ending the Conversation 44:05 Danganronpa and Movie Adaptations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Betance, Nathan Brown and Evan Ayres discuss, dissect and deconstruct Episode 7 of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16. 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. Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the lip sync battle, Maya's confidence, post-elimination reactions, workroom dynamics, role assignments, the rusical challenge, and the strategy behind choosing roles. This episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap featured discussions about Miss America, the choreography segment, elimination day, the rusical segment, runway looks, the lip sync battle, and overall thoughts on the episode. Takeaways The lip sync battle between Maya and Megami was underwhelming, with both queens failing to fully capture the essence of the song. Maya's self-proclaimed title of 'lip sync assassin' may be premature, as her performance in this episode was not as strong as she believes. Plasma's behavior and attitude continue to rub the hosts the wrong way, with her lack of struggle and self-assuredness making her unlikable. The role assignments for the rusicla challenge were not evenly distributed, leading to some queens feeling overshadowed and others feeling overlooked. The hosts question the classification of the rusical as a true musical, as it lacks live singing and relies heavily on lip syncing and dancing. The contestants showcased their talent and delivered strong performances in the rusical segment. The runway looks were exceptional, with the queens stepping up their game. The choreography segment with Adam Shankman was well-received, and Melissa McCarthy's appearance provided a nice touch. The episode highlighted the importance of being true to oneself and standing up for what one wants, as demonstrated by the contestants' actions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Lip Sync Battle 04:36 Lip Sync Discussion and Maya's Confidence 12:37 Post-Elimination Reactions 18:23 Workroom and Role Assignments 27:48 Discussion on Rusical and Musical References 30:50 Choosing Roles and Strategy 32:16 Discussion about Miss America and Megami 37:06 Choreography segment 42:36 Elimination day 46:43 Rusical segment 53:14 Runway looks 55:31 Lip sync battle and elimination 56:11 Overall thoughts on the episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Betance speaks to several guests about the latest issues surrounding RuPaul's Drag Race. Guest: Nathan Brown Guest: The Mattel Sisters 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Betance and Nathan Patrick Brown discuss, dissect and deconstruct Episode 6 of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices