Alright Mary: All Things RuPaul's Drag Race

Here is Act One of our discussion of the Canadian version of the DESPY Awards! Join us on Patreon to hear the full episode! Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com

It all comes down to a variety show heavy on the dance tracks to decide who’s going to the finale, but as expected, there are twists. Luckily, it doesn’t involve a spray-painted plunger. A game-changing three stars for this week’s challenge sends Shea Coulee straight to the finale four with shoe-in Jinkx Monsoon. But the show stealer of the night is Monet’s ultimate diva moment. That pesky alliance helps decide the final four, but the game isn’t over, and this second showdown might be even more exciting. We make time for Fosse/Verdon and more bad porn sounds, we take a look back at variety shows past, and a new favorite joins the soundboard. Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com

We’ll be covering Canada’s Drag Race on Patreon this season, but we’re kicking things off on the main feed this week! Our continental sister series kicks off with 12 new queens and strong old-school Project Runway vibes. We’ll warn you now, we repeat the name “Irma Gerd” more times than we say Mary, but we’re also enjoying Jada Shada, both of the Bae’s and cool big sister Chelazon. Brooke Lynn’s white shoes in the workroom send us on a significant tangent, to say nothing of Boom Boom’s cabbie hat. Miss F is up to no good, we’ve got another Ella Vaday Lookalike this season, and that lip sync song choice is one for the drawing board.   Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com

We don’t quite know why this week’s roast was named after Kennedy Davenport, but we’re just so proud to see it. While Kennedy couldn’t be there (except via Zoom), a ninth legendary All Star returns this week to do the honors. To the surprise of absolutely no one, Jinkx turns and it and burns it, nabbing her fifth win of the season and polishing her spot in the Top 4. Third time’s a charm for Trinity, Viv gives good British roast and Monet sinks her teeth into it. Everyone shines on the runway, the plunger gets flushed and this lip sync choice doesn’t reign supreme.   Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com

The queens are taking to TikTok for this week’s dance challenge wrapped in a branding challenge. While this challenge is right on Shea’s Alvin Alley, Yvie’s angst ranks her high, and Jaida is the true queen for all seasons, it’s Mother’s Day for Jinkx and payday for Monet, who serve a spoken word lip sync that’ll knock your lights out. We have high praise for the bonkers energy and fresh edit of the episode, some strong feelings on dance challenges and niche TikTok, and our own suggestions for future spoken word lip syncs. Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com

In this lively discussion, the hosts dive into a surreal acting challenge blending Mean Girls and Black Christmas. They praise standout performances by Jinkx and Raja while exploring lip sync artistry and quirky air instruments. The camaraderie among contestants shines through playful banter and nostalgic reflections on iconic drag personas. With critiques on runway looks and the complexity of judging performance, they also touch on personal resilience and the creative storytelling behind costume choices. Humor and heart take center stage!

All Stars is going old school Drag Race this week with a second design challenge! This time the inspiration is an imaginary Pinterest board featuring eight of RuPaul’s looks over the years, to varying degrees of memorability. Trinity and Jaida once again stitch a clear path to the Top 2, Monet covers all her bases, Yvie pays homage to Kimberly Goldson, Viv goes for the gold, Raja rips Ru’s look a new one, Shea’s got them ruffles on, and Jinkx has a purple leg. We have much to say, verbally and non-verbally, about sex sounds, how Pinterest works, what other potentially legendary looks they could have featured this week. Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com BetterHelp Promo: betterhelp.com/AlrightMary (discount code: AlrightMary)

We queened out on Art by Cheyne in our recent “The Art of Drag” episode, and this week we get to queen out WITH Cheyne! We discuss what inspired his comic book cover art series featuring the queens of Drag Race, his inspirations, favorite queens and advice for other artists. We also talk about his Queeros and Protectors of Pride series, All Stars 7, Drag Race España and Thailand, Queer as Folk, Coco Peru’s pursuit for Tension Tamer,  and the multiverse of Drag Race! Follow Cheyne! Website: Cheynerama! Instagram: @artbycheyne Twitter: @artbycheyne *** Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com BetterHelp Promo: betterhelp.com/AlrightMary (discount code: AlrightMary)

This week’s episode is a strange early 2000’s MTV throwback to girl groups, but featuring boy band vocals and followed by a Dolly Parton runway. In teams of two, the queens take very different approaches to this, with Jinkx leading The Other Girls in a pseudo-acting challenge to a clear victory over the M.S.T.R. sisters. The runway has a lot of Dolly dilly-dallying, Tove Lo has a cake on her head, Ross disappears into Carson and Raja wears that hat. Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmary Email: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @alrightmarypod Twitter: @alrightmary Johnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram) // @johnnyalso1 (Twitter) Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram) // @colindrucker (Twitter) Web: www.tasteofreality.com/alright-mary/ www.alrightmary.com BetterHelp Promo: betterhelp.com/AlrightMary (discount code: AlrightMary)

The latest discussions highlight the emotional and humorous speeches at Drag U, with standout performances from Jinkx and Shea. The chaos of the workroom mirrors the contestants' struggles to focus amidst distractions. A funny critique of star strategies examines the dynamics between queens and judges. The blend of political humor and pop culture commentary offers a fresh take on the drag scene. Ultimately, the hosts celebrate the heartfelt moments and the unique charm that makes this community thrive.