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The Final FronTia with Tia Kofi

Tia Kofi/W!ZARD Studios

Tia Kofi hosts The Final FronTia, the podcast where pop culture fandoms collide and we share our biggest obsessions. From the Tardis to the Big Brother house, each week RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner and all-round superfan Tia is joined by the icons, stans and stars who live and breathe queer pop culture — for the behind-the-scenes tea, the passionate deep dives, and to reveal the things they’re secretly fans of.New episodes every Monday.

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00:35:52

116 - Hayley Kiyoko: Girls Like Girls, Disney Channel...

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2026/10/05

We're joined by a very special guest on this episode of The Final FronTia... as singer, songwriter, actress, author and director Hayley Kiyoko joins Tia in the studio!Hayley Kiyoko is a celebrated pop artist, actress, director, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate. Known for roles in Lemonade Mouth and Insecure, she has gained millions of streams as an artist, won an MTV VMA, sold out tours worldwide, and became a New York Times Best-selling author with her YA novel, Girls Like Girls - which has now been

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00:39:04

115 - Bimini: Looking Back At RuPaul's Drag Race UK

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2026/09/14

It’s a Final FronTia x The Pieces crossover! Bimini joins Tia Kofi for a very special episode looking back at RuPaul's Drag Race UK and what it meant to be part of it.With the BBC announcing its exit from Drag Race UK, Tia and Bimini reflect on the impact the show had on queer audiences, the importance of free access to LGBTQ+ media, and the conversations around race, sexuality, gender and intersectionality that happened inside the Werk Room.They talk about the messages they still receive from

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00:38:57

114 - Baby Lame & Cherry West: Drag Herstory LIVE...

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2026/09/07

We are once again LIVE from Edinburgh Fringe and we are joined by two hugely exciting drag queens: Baby Lame and Cherry West are live on The Final FronTia!As one of the UK's youngest drag queens, Cherry West has burst onto Scotland's drag scene, most recently starring on Series 4 of the BBC series The Agency. Baby Lame is renowned as one of London's top MC's, known for their dark comedy and alternative cabaret. They have multiple award-winning solo shows (including, at this year's Fringe, "Hit Me

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00:34:24

113 - Flo and Joan: Musical Comedy Legends LIVE from...

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2026/08/31

We are LIVE from Edinburgh Fringe for the second year in a row! In our first (of two!) live episodes, we are joined by one of the most iconic musical comedy duos... Flo & Joan!Having been featured on Live At The Apollo, Off Menu and even hosting their own Amazon Prime Video comedy special, Flo & Joan are arguably most well-known for their musical One Man Musical - a hilarious take on Andrew Lloyd Webber's life and works.On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia, Flo and Joan dive into the

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00:36:03

112 - Alaska: Golden Girls, Oh Mary & No More Reality TV

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2026/08/10

She’s a Drag Race icon, musician, Broadway star and self-proclaimed pop culture obsessive! Alaska Thunderfuck is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!From winning RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 2 to creating music, performing around the world and starring in Drag: The Musical, Alaska has built a career that goes far beyond the Werk Room.On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Alaska dive into their shared love of pop culture, including why The Golden Girls has become such an

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00:53:24

111 - Suzi Ruffell: Spice Girls, The L Word & Self...

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2026/08/03

She's one of Britain's most beloved stand-up comedians, bestselling author and podcast host Suzi Ruffell — and she's joining Tia for a live episode of The Final FronTia!Suzi has appeared on the biggest comedy shows (including Live At The Apollo,Mock the Week, The Last Leg and more) and has received nominations for Best Stand-Up Show and Outstanding Female Comedy Entertainment Performance at the National Comedy Awards. She has also hosted red carpet coverage for the BAFTAs and The International

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00:48:14

110 - Brooke Lynn Hytes: Canada's Drag Race, Judging...

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2026/07/27

She’s a ballet-trained performer, runway powerhouse and a Drag Race superstar - Brooke Lynn Hytes is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!After captivating audiences as the runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11, Brooke Lynn went on to become the host and head judge of Canada's Drag Race, cementing her place as one of the most influential queens in the Drag Race universe. She now stars in the new film Stop! That! Train! by World of Wonder.On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and

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00:32:55

109 - Laura Benanti: Broadway, Resilience & Audition...

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2026/07/20

She's a Tony Award winner, Broadway icon and one of musical theatre's most celebrated leading ladies: Laura Benanti is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!From starring in Broadway classics including Gypsy, She Loves Me and My Fair Lady to scene-stealing appearances on television in Younger, Supergirl and The Gilded Age, Laura has built an extraordinary career on stage and screen. She's a 5 time Tony Award nominee (and one time winner) as well as a multi-Outer Critics Circle Award

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00:42:34

108 - Blu Hydrangea: Live From MCM Comic Con London

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2026/07/13

She’s the queen who painted Belfast blue before conquering the world of drag! Blu Hydrangea is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia.After making her mark on RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Blu returned to snatch the crown on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World, cementing herself as one of the franchise's most beloved queens. From her instantly recognisable makeup style to her quick wit and infectious energy, Blu has become a fan favourite both on and off the runway.This episode of The Final FronTia

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00:40:46

107 - Harry Clark: Traitors, Faithfuls & Trusting...

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2026/07/06

He outwitted, outplayed and outright deceived his way to victory on one of the UK's biggest reality shows... Harry Clark is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!After becoming the winner of The Traitors, Harry went from serving in the British Army to becoming one of the most talked-about reality TV contestants in the country. His calm strategy, unforgettable poker face and perfectly timed betrayals made him a worthy champion – and now he's joining Tia to reveal what really went on inside

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00:38:33

106 - Karishma Vijay: The Apprentice, Lord Sugar &...

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2026/06/29

She’s the entrepreneur who captured the nation on The Apprentice with her confidence, determination and refusal to let anyone underestimate her — Karishma Vijay is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!Founder of the cosmetics company Kishkin, Karishma has grown a loyal following of nearly 1M fans across social media. During her time on The Apprentice, she impressed audiences with her business acumen and resilience, proving that backing yourself can take you further than playing it safe.On

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00:30:09

105 - Divina De Campo: Iconic Wigs, High Notes & No...

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2026/06/22

We're back with a brand new series of The Final FronTia (and a new look, for those of you on YouTube!). We're kicking it off with a singer, actor, drag superstar and one of the most recognisable voices to come out of the UK drag scene: Divina de Campo!Best known as a finalist on the first series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Divina has spent decades building a career that spans drag, musical theatre, television and live performance. She's also appeared on the likes of The Voice, 8 Out of 10 Cats and on

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00:49:55

104 - Iz Hesketh: Doctor Who Fanatics, Queer Identity...

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2026/05/11

She's an actor, musical theatre veteran and lifelong Doctor Who devotee... Iz Hesketh joins Tia Kofi on this episode of The Final FronTia!Best known to soap fans for her appearance in Hollyoaks, Iz is about to reach a whole new audience in Tiptoe, an upcoming Channel 4 thriller written by Russell T Davies — the man responsible for reviving Doctor Who, It's a Sin and Queer as Folk, and Iz's all-time favourite writer! With a CV that spans the original UK cast of Book of Mormon, Legally Blonde the

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00:50:25

103 - Van Goth: Drag Race Crowns, Critiques &...

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2026/05/04

She's a Canada's Drag Race winner, design queen and self-described main character — Van Goth joins Tia Kofi on this episode of The Final FronTia!The winner of Canada's Drag Race Season 6 and a standout on RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World, Van Goth made her mark as the most decorated Canadian contestant in the franchise's history — racking up four challenge wins in a single season through razor-sharp fashion instincts, a fearless mouth and an almost accidental talent for producing television

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00:52:04

102 - Aja: Drag Race, Tumblr & Pokémon

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2026/04/27

Drag legend, lip sync assassin and self-described delusional star — Aja joins Tia Kofi on this episode of The Final FronTia! A fan favourite from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9, All Stars 3 and All Stars 10, Aja has built a reputation as one of the most electric performers in drag - known for her fierce lip sync ability, burlesque background, and unfiltered honesty. With nearly 20 years of drag experience under her belt and a burlesque comeback in the works, she's entering what she calls her most

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00:43:58

101 - Sally Trademark: Drag Race, Low Expectations &...

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2026/04/20

Drag artist, animator and self-described "awkward little gremlin from South Shields" — Sally Trademark joins Tia Kofi on this episode of The Final FronTia!A fan favourite from RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Sally won hearts with her deadpan charm, visually striking drag and refreshingly unfiltered honesty. Since the show, she's kept busy producing theatre — including the acclaimed comedy show Sugar Daddy, featuring Alan Cumming and Billy Porter — and is preparing to hit the road as part of the Season 7

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00:28:13

100 - Our 100th Episode (feat. Charlie Craggs)

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2026/04/13

We've hit a milestone moment on The Final FronTia as we celebrate 100 Episodes! And there's only one person who could join Tia Kofi to help her celebrate... it's Charlie Craggs! Trans activist, writer, TV personality and 'friend of the show', Charlie Craggs has become a beloved figure in British queer culture — known for her wit, warmth, and willingness to say exactly what everyone else is thinking. On this extra special 100th episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Charlie take a joyful, chaotic

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00:40:51

99 - Crystal: Chaos, Anarchy & Drag Race

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2026/04/06

Drag icon, clown prince of chaos and Drag Race fan favourite Crystal is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!Best known for their unforgettable run on the first season of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Crystal quickly became a standout for their surreal aesthetic, offbeat humour and refusal to play by anyone else’s rules. Since the show, they’ve carved out a truly unique space in the drag world — one that blends comedy, art, absurdity and a healthy dose of delightful nonsense. On this episode

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00:31:12

98 - Loreen: Wisdom, Wildfire & Eurovision

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2026/03/30

We're joined by a global pop phenomenon Loreen on this episode of The Final FronTia!A Platinum-selling, Top 40 charting artist - and only one of two people to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice! - Loreen is truly a one of one. Her brand new album Wildfire is out now, featuring the single Feels Like Heaven (co-written with Sia). On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Loreen talk about creativity as a spiritual and personal practice, the meaning behind her music and the importance of

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00:41:45

97 - Sam Buttery: Big Notes, Bold Choices & Camp Chaos

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2026/03/23

Performer, singer and cabaret powerhouse Sam Buttery is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia! From scene-stealing turns on stage to unforgettable vocal performances, Sam has built a reputation as one of the most distinctive and dynamic performers in UK theatre. Most recently, Sam has starred in Netflix's KAOS, the London Palladium production of The Addams Family Musical and the Sheffield Crucible production of Little Shop of Horrors. Sam current stars as Ursula in the London production

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