Alright Mary: All Things RuPaul's Drag Race

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.

We’re kicking off Pride month with a bonus deep dive into the new gay rom-com with a little dram, “Fire Island”! We have as much to say about the movie as we do about what the movie is saying about class, status and social equity in this relatively tiny corner of an island. Plus: an In the Bedroom reference, the allusions to Pride & Prejudice, Erin’s story, fairies, ferries, $9 for Cheez-Its and the truth about the underwear party… For a much more personal take on Fire Island and our own gay vacation experiences, check out our “Gaycations” episode at the OnlyMary’s level on Patreon! 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)

Once upon a time–this week, actually–the queens headed to court for an even more fantastical version of AS4’s “Jersey Justice.” (Judge Michelle Visage is still in leopard print.) We disagree WILDLY on this one, Mary’s, from Viv’s Little Red Lying Hood to Shea’s Halle Beary, and especially about Witch Theresa the Tuck and that porch of hers. We can agree that Jaida made the sharpest point on the runway (even if she doesn’t appear to be the sharpest crayon [pronounced “cran”] in the box this season). The judges take hyperbolic praise to a new level, Ru and Shea mix words, Jennifer Bowers Chapman plays it safe and Monet is the next queen to learn the secrets of the plunger… 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 Wheel of Fortune inspired ball has the queens spinning to develop alliances and whip up a global rainbow of destination inspired looks. Jaida wins the challenge, the lip sync and our hearts, Raja misses the Top 2 by a hair, Vanna White is a potentially puzzling guest, and the Before and After theme inspires our own increasingly stupid suggestions. Plus: lots of allusions to Survivor, a requisite Real Housewives reference, some Roxxxy Andrews love, and who we think is about to pop next 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’re releasing Nuance, the Alright Mary aftershow, for free this week to kick off All Stars 7! We discuss the continued impact of Gia Gunn’s hapless and hopelessly quotable presence on Twitter, the refreshing release of the trailer for “Bros,” a couple unpopular opinions that didn’t totally make it to the main episodes, and finally, an extended All Star moment of appreciation, this week for Rusical rocking, whip smart Jaida Essence Hall and her bracket-winning performance as Madonna. Join us on Patreon for a season of Nuance, plus our recaps of Drag Race Espana, flashback recaps of Season 3 and Season 8, deep dives into even juicier topics on OnlyMarys, and hours more of Matreon only episodes! 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 competition heats up in the Snatch Game challenge as queens showcase impressive dual impersonations. Jinkx Monsoon's Judy Garland steals the spotlight, while Monet's Mike Tyson and Jaida's unique Prince create unforgettable moments. The discussion dives into the nuances of humor, creativity, and judges' reactions, revealing the dynamic atmosphere of the game. Lighthearted banter about bathroom essentials adds to the fun, along with a nostalgic nod to 90s references and upcoming events in the LGBTQ community.

Winning is the new winning as eight previous crown-holders compete in an elimination-free season with a $200,000 cherry on top! This week is your standard lyrics and choreography challenge, but the charisma and enthusiasm in the workroom, the whip smart reads during the mini challenge and the royalty on the runway are the reason to watch. To say nothing of a masterclass from Naomi Campbell and the presence of Cameron Goddamn Diaz on the judges panel! We end with an Ell’ of a lip sync and the first block of the season! 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)