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RuPaul"s Drag Race Recap

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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.

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65:20

S2EP05 - Titans: Holidays of Horror

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2025/11/10

The holidays come early on this week’s Hello Uglies as Joe and Lauri unwrap Dragula: Titans Episode 5, “Holidays of Horror.” The monsters deck the halls with filth, horror, and a surprising double extermination that leaves the hosts both impressed and a little exhausted.Joe kicks off with the usual chaos, plugging Just Between Us Ghouls and recapping the previous week’s internet drama before diving into this season’s most polarizing challenge yet. The Boulets ask the monsters to serve filthy

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57:58

S17EP14 - How's Your Headliner?

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2025/11/06

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17, Episode 14, titled 'How's Your Headliner?'. They delve into the lip sync battle, contestant performances, and the dynamics within the workroom. The conversation highlights the strategies of the queens, the challenges they face, and the overall season dynamics, culminating in a discussion about the elimination of Susie Toot and the implications for her future in drag. In this episode of Drag Race Recap, Nathan and

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58:02

S2EP04 - Titans: Return to the Nosferatu Beach Party

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2025/11/03

Joe Betance and Lauri Roggenkamp sink their fangs into Dragula: Titans Season 2, Episode 4 — “Return to the Nosferatu Beach Party.” This week’s episode is packed with blood, garlic, and pure chaos as the Boulet Brothers challenge the monsters to stomach some horrifying delicacies and perform a beachy floor show that turns into a full-blown nightmare. From choking queens to public meltdowns, Joe and Lauri sort through the carnage with biting humor and plenty of shade.Beach Blanket Bloodbath:

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62:11

S17EP13 - Drag Baby Mamas

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2025/10/30

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17 Episode 13, titled 'Drag Baby Mamas.' They delve into the emotional moments of the episode, including the lip sync battle, the contestants' performances, and the dynamics between the queens and their families. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by the contestants, the authenticity of their emotional responses, and the overall production of the show. The conversation also covers the runway looks,

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82:31

S2EP03 - Dragula Titans: A Gothic Wedding

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2025/10/27

🎃 Just Between Us Ghouls — Season 2, Episode 3 “Laundry, Languages, and the Lost Episode” This week, Joe and Lauri are running on fumes but still manage to cackle their way through chaos, coffee, and controversy. Between packing boxes, dodging scam calls, and fighting L.A. traffic, the ghouls catch up on everything from union meetings to moving day madness. But don’t let the domestic chores fool you—things get deep. The pair revisit the aftermath of the “Evan situation,” unpacking how a simple

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70:37

S17EP12 - The Charisma Uniqueness Nerve and Talent...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17 Episode 12, titled 'The Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve, and Talent Monologues.' They delve into the lip sync battle, contestant eliminations, and the dynamics of the mini and maxi challenges, highlighting the queens' performances and the inconsistencies in judging. The conversation also touches on the storytelling themes presented in the challenges and the interactions between the contestants. In this segment, the

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48:18

S2EP02 - Dragula Titans: Monsters of Rock - Cyberpussy

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2025/10/20

Hello Uglies – Titans Season 2, Episode 2: “The Monsters of Rock: Cyberpussy”In this episode of Hello Uglies, Joe Betance and Lauri Roggenkamp take on the electrifying—and chaotic—second episode of Dragula: Titans Season 2, “The Monsters of Rock: Cyberpussy.” The monsters are bussed into the desert for a mysterious cyberpunk music challenge that promises rock, rebellion, and a touch of confusion. Joe and Lauri unpack one of the strangest Dragula challenges yet, where the Boulet Brothers send

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75:00

S17EP11 - Ross Matthews vs the Ducks

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2025/10/16

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap , hosts Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17, Episode 11, titled 'Ross Matthews versus the Ducks.' They delve into the episode's highlights, including the lip sync battle, contestant dynamics, and the controversial farewell message from Arriety. The conversation also touches on the maxi challenge and the performances of the contestants, with a focus on the drama and entertainment value of the episode. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricacies of

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72:15

Dragula Titans Season 2: Halloween House Party II

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2025/10/13

🕸️ Hello Uglies: Titans Season 2, Episode 1 — “Halloween House Party 2”The monsters are back from the grave, and so are Joe and Lauri! In this premiere of Dragula: Titans Season 2, the Boulet Brothers resurrect fourteen ghouls for another round of filth, horror, and glamour. The fright feat? Pulling pins from a voodoo doll. The main challenge? A Halloween House Party sequel and lip-sync battle to the Boulets’ own song. And the extermination? Let’s just say it’s a literal cliffhanger. Joe

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96:53

S17EP10 - The Villains Roast

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2025/10/09

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Nathan dive into Season 17 Episode 10, titled 'The Villains Roast.' They express their excitement about the episode, discussing the lip sync battle, character dynamics, and personal struggles of the contestants. The conversation highlights the complexities of competition, the impact of personal insecurities, and the evolving relationships among the queens. Joe and Nathan analyze the performances and the emotional undercurrents that drive the

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47:45

The Rumor Mill: October 6, 2025

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2025/10/07

Season Finale: “He’s Playing the Long Game”Joe and Nathan close out the 2025 season of The Rumor Mill with a chaotic blend of heartfelt listener love, Eurotrip plans, and Blackstone-fueled madness. Nathan’s packing his bags (and possibly his Grindr grid) for Europe, while Joe swears he’s “totally straight now” and absolutely not talking about Jeremy or Carlo—except, of course, he is. From ghosted text threads to imaginary girlfriends, Joe gives a full report on his German heartbreak saga as

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64:04

S17EP09 - Heavens to Betsey!

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2025/10/02

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17 Episode 9, titled 'Heavens to Betsey.' They delve into personal anecdotes, health updates, and listener feedback before analyzing the lip sync battle and design challenge inspired by Betsey Johnson. The hosts reflect on the quality of the show, the dynamics of showmances, and the mini challenge where queens read each other for filth. They conclude with thoughts on the contestants' performances and strategies in the

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58:15

The Rumor Mill: September 29, 2025

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2025/09/30

In the penultimate episode of The Rumor Mill, Joe and Nathan dive headfirst into one of the season’s most unexpected storylines: when the host himself becomes the news. What starts as a recap of a listener’s feedback spirals into a candid discussion about paraphrasing, cultural nuance, and the perils of being quoted back to yourself.The conversation covers: A fair-and-balanced “news report” about Joe’s back-and-forth with a listener from Berlin. Audio receipts, transcripts, and the

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77:29

S17EP08 - The Wicked Wiz of Oz: the Rusical

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2025/09/25

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, Joe and Nathan discuss Season 17 Episode 8, titled 'The Wicked Wiz of Oz: the Ruzical.' They delve into the performances of the contestants during the lip sync battle, the dynamics of the musical challenge, and the reactions of the queens post-elimination. The conversation highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the performances, the relationships between contestants, and the overall impact of the episode's themes. In this conversation, Joe and Nathan

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28:52

The Rumor Mill: September 22, 2025

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2025/09/23

This week on The Rumor Mill, Joe and Nathan are left to fend for themselves with no voicemails and no real drag news to report—so naturally, chaos ensues. Joe unveils his brand-new “Sad Rumor Mill” theme song (AI lyrics included), while Nathan pretends not to be emotionally scarred by a listener email dredging up that infamous Wigloose rant.The two spiral into everything from tinnitus hacks to Starbucks prank videos before landing on a top five “least favorite queens” list that’s equal parts petty

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107:52

S17EP07 - Snatch Game

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2025/09/18

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe and Nathan delve into Season 17, Episode 7, titled 'Snatch Game.' They discuss the dynamics of the episode, including the lip sync battle, contestant performances, and the judging process. The conversation highlights the importance of making great television and the challenges contestants face in balancing their performances with the expectations of the show. The hosts also provide insights and advice for future contestants, emphasizing the need

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62:13

The Rumor Mill: September 15, 2025

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2025/09/16

Joe and Nathan are back with a voicemail-heavy edition of The Rumor Mill. Listeners from around the world check in — from Cleveland to Kentucky, from Australia to Finland — to share feedback, stories, and a few zingers. Along the way, Joe reflects on the show’s evolution from its spoiler-days roots, teases the possibility of a hiatus when Nathan heads off on his world trip, and even slips into character as a “Chinese spy” mid-call.Highlights include: Anonymous callers asking for more “planned

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77:31

S17EP06 - Let's Get Sea Sickening Ball

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2025/09/11

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe Betance and Nathan Patrick Brown discuss the latest episode, including the challenges faced by the contestants, the controversial comments made by Mr. Blackstone, and the implications of the lip sync battles. They also analyze the performances of the queens in the latest maxi challenge. In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of the latest Drag Race episode, including the joy of live viewing parties, the communal experience of

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51:24

The Rumor MIll: September 8, 2025

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2025/09/09

This week on The Rumor Mill, Joe and Nathan dive into the latest tea from the world of Drag Race and beyond.Patreon & Apple Podcasts Updates: Joe lifts the “embargo” on voicemails and breaks down all the ways you can get exclusive Afterthought Media content, including Slaysian Royale and the return of Dragula. Cultural Misunderstandings: A discussion on Slaysian Royale sparks listener feedback about Filipino humor, translation quirks, and the use of words like “auspicious.” Joe and

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83:05

S17EP05 - RDR Live!

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2025/09/04

In this episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Recap, hosts Joe Betance and Nathan Patrick Brown discuss the latest episode titled 'RDR Live.' They delve into the technical issues faced during the recording, the ongoing drama within the drag community, and provide a detailed overview of the episode's events, including the lip sync battle and the controversial badonkadonk twist. The hosts also share their takeaways from the episode, highlighting the delusions of some contestants and the need for better

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