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Did you ever drift off when you were young and dream about what your life would be like when you were older? Did that ideal dream change as you began to accept your queerness? As you learn more about who you are, it's always easy to look back and wish you could do it all over again, but is that really the best thing that could happen? Load up this new volume of Now That's What I Call Gay Life and get ready to hop in the time machine!The dog days of summer have had us sweating, but BeeJay is ready to take over the host chair and lead another discussion in our Now That's What I Call Gay Life series. Joined by Pat Da Bear, BeeJay posits the question, what is your ideal life and future and how has that changed over time? In this very intimate discussion the boys open up about what life was like for them as young queer folks and how the heteronormative structure of their worlds shaped their ideal future and how coming to terms with being gay changed their thoughts about what that future actually looks like. T

The time has come. The legendary queens of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 7 have made their way to the grand finale. The Lip Sync Smackdown For The Crown. Those who did not make the top four competing for the title of She Done Already Done Had Herses. It's the culmination of a series showcasing incredible talent and we are all the winners in the end!Dear listeners, the time has come! After 11 previous episodes and 10 previous RuCaps, the end of the RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 7 journey brings us here. Pat is back in the host chair and is joined for the final RuCap by one of his best friends and original Bear In The City, Mathew (@distilledimages on Twitter and Insta). After a quick introduction, the boys jump into the episode at hand. The episode kicks off with a trip down the Soul Train line for some unknown reason aside from the giggles it provided the audience. After the train reaches the station, the queens hit the runway for one last strut showing off their finale eleganza extravaganza. Did the que

There's something a little different about this microsode, almost like a mutation. After six episodes stretching from Jersey City, Kamala Khan jumps off the page and onto our televisions as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It's time to embiggen our worldview and get ready to unlock the djinn of this cute and quirky new show.The boys are back and ready for the newest installment in Phase Four television from Kevin Feige and company on Disney+, Ms. Marvel. Newcomer Iman Vellani hits the screen with the absolutely joy and wonder of the Kamala Khan from the critically acclaimed comic run penned by G. Willow Wilson. With some tweaks and changes to the origins of her powers as well as her backstory, did the show do justice to telling this story as faithfully as they could? Probably! Kicking off the discussion the boys chat about the parts of the show that they enjoyed. From the family dynamics and strong female characters to Mr. Khan's absolute adorableness, the boys are more than happy to share their thought

It's time to dip, twirl, deep throat, and sissy that opera! The talent show episode has arrived and along with it some new twists. In the penultimate episode the legendary legends will show off their unique talents in the Drag Race Gives Back Variety Extravaganza talent show while trying to make it to the finale for a chance to lip sync for the crown and the title of Queen of All Queens on top of winning money for a charity of their choice. Dear listeners it's the penultimate episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season 7! The finale is just around the corner and very soon the top four legendary legend queens will lip sync for a cash prize of $200,000, a crown and scepter, and most importantly, the title of Queen of All Queens! Pat is back in the host chair and this week's co-host is none other than Flame ON's Erik. As has become tradition, the boys do a quick recap trip through the season so far before tackling the episode at hand. Once they have extolled the virtues of these talented queens, the boys

In the immortal words of Farrah Moan, "Let's get this roast a'cookin!" The Kennedy Davenport Center Honors Hall of Shade Roast is here and you have a front row seat to the hottest show on Paramount+. Our legendary queens are breaking out their poison pens and nothing is off limits in this roast. After the aloe has treated the burns, its time to hit the runway and make it glow!It's a new week in the Werk Room and the race to the finale couldn't be any hotter or tighter. The legendary queens have shown week after week why they were crowned the next drag superstar and whether they have 1 or 3 stars, they are definitely all legends. As the episode kicks off we finally get the long awaited payoff to the plunger prank - there is no secret - and Raja is not so happy to learn about the lack-of-secret! It doesn't take long for the competition to be back in the forefront as RuPaul tells the queens that they are being honored at the Kennedy Davenport Center Honors Hall of Shade Roast and it's up to them to roast their f

Tik tok, bitches! It's time to dance like a drag queen and go viral online! The legendary legends of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars are about to host a masterclass in branding and you're invited to get in on the ground floor. As the finish line and the lip sync smackdown get closer, it's time for the queens to shake what their mama's gave them and reach for the star(s)!It's a new day in the WERK Room and we're racing towards the finale, folks! Pat is back in the host chair and he's brought another one of his Chicago friends along to dive deep into this episode. As has become custom, Pat's co-host, TC, gives his take on the season so far and shares his favorite moments before getting to the newest episode. Once the walk down All Stars memory lane is done, it's time to spill the tea on this viral social media (cuz we can't say Tik Tok on Paramount+!) dance... or should we say, branding... challenge episode. From Raja's desire to get plunged so she can finally know the (not so) secret of the plunger to the queens

After 11 years and countless hours of talking, and four years after the podcast numbers entered the 200s, the time has come for the boys to reach their next milestone and here it is: podcast episode number 300! It's a tricentennial celebration complete with a jaunt down memory lane along with some current pop culture!The summer sun is warming the lands and the boys of Flame ON! have gathered around the recording table for a special celebration. It's taken eleven years, but welcome to Flame ON!'s 300th episode and a very special tricentennial celebration! Before they dive into the topics for this episode, the boys chat about this historic moment and how long it took to get here. After a jaunt down Flame ON! memory lane, the boys dive into the topics at hand. First up on the docket is a trip back to Hawkins, Indiana as the boys chat about the second volume of Netflix's Stranger Things season four. Along with the big musical moments, they chat about the revelations and whether or not the coming out stories

Billy? Tommy? Is that you? Reed, Charles, Blackagar? Where are we? This must be another dimension, but what is this madness? Whether the Scarlet Witch is dreamwalking through dimensions or snapping the necks and destroying the Illuminati, the Marvel Cinematic Universe will never be the same... and one thing is for certain, that's for the best!Pat, Bryan, and BeeJay have congregated at the nexus of all realities to track down Doctor Strange. Or maybe they're looking for Protector Strange. But could it actually be Sinister Strange that is pulling the strings? The only thing that is for certain is that they are ready to kick star shaped portals through the multiverse and end this madness once and for all. They kick off this episode chatting about their highlights from the 28th entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From Sam Raimi's signature filmmaking tropes and horror, to the queer representation of America Chavez (regardless of whether it went far enough or not), to the musical battle that tickled Pat in a

It's time for a little jingle jingle... and you know why? Cuz hey, sis, it's Christmas! The legendary legends have donned their gay apparel and are starring in a new made for TV holiday classic. Will the girls knock this out of the park, or will they end up with Santa putting coal in their stockings this Christmas... along with an ax to the chest at this crazy school?!?Dear listeners a new day has dawned in the WERK Room and Pat is back in the host chair to dish about it! Joining him on this episode is Flame ON! founder, Bryan, and he's ready to share his hot takes on the season so far. Before diving into episode eight, they take some time to travel back through the season so Bryan can give his thoughts on the competition thus far. After the walk down Drag Race memory lane, the boys sashay into the Werk Room and chat about the non-existent drama before a new day arrives. RuPaul enters the room and let's the legends know that for this week's maxi challenge they will be acting in the movie, Santa's School For G

Sashay, shante, panther on the runway! It's time to grab the needle and thread... or maybe just a hot glue gun... and strut your best garment on the runway! Will their looks be the hot new trend on the RuPaul Pinterest board, or will they leave you looking for a new saloon to serve drinks at? Only these legends know for sure!Another week has passed dear listeners, and it's a new day in the Werk Room, so Pat is ready to dish the dirt and sip some tea with a new guest host! On this week's episode, Pat is joined by a fellow Chicago drag race fan, James. Before they dive into this week's episode, it's a bit of a travel back in time to find out what James thinks of this season so far. From there, the conversation turns to this week's episode. From the queens reacting to the top two, Viv's disappointment in not receiving a Legendary Legend Star, to Jinkx feeling like she's ahead of the game being blocked twice, the Werk Room is full of drama. Then it's time for RuPaul to enter with this week's maxi challenge. The q

It's the dawning of the new millennium and what's that sound you hear? The cheers and pandemonium can only mean that MSTR and The Other Girls are in the building for their performance on Total RuQuest Live today! Get in the side door with Flame ON! as they sneak past the velvet rope to discuss and dissect the performances!The RuCap train keeps chugging along, dear listeners! Pat is back in the host seat and this week he's joined by the super studly Dan (@daninbathrooms) to chat about the sixth episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, the all winner's edition. Before diving into the newest episode, Pat checks in with Dan about his thoughts on the season so far and Pat drops an assortment of random facts that no one ever needed to know! After that conversation, the boys dive into the episode and get ready for Y2K as the girls break up into two pop princess groups to perform Titanic and 2gether 4ever on Total RuQuest Live. They dish on the setup of the challenge, the eerie sight that was Carson Gayly (

Oh bellhop! We've travelled all the way from the stranger things found in Hawkins and picked up a few hitchhikers on our way to Palm Springs to check in at the Trixie Motel. Along the way there may be a few pop culture pit stops so get ready for the ride of the summer!The temperature is rising dear listeners and the pop culture heat is on. The boys are back at the rainbow pop culture round table to dish the dirt this pride month. There's a lot to chat about this month, so the boys dive right in by hopping a ferry over to Fire Island on Hulu. An Asian American created and led film, did the movie live up to the hype? Found out the boys' thoughts and chime in on the topic yourself! From there, the conversation moves to Disney+ and a galaxy far, far away for a visit to old Uncle Ben, Obi Wan Kenobi. Did Disney find another hit after The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett? It's pretty safe to say the boys are diving into the force and enjoying the show so far! After a quick break for station identification

Grab the stones and drag up those caps because it's time for draguation. Whether your course of study was comedy and improv or looking fierce on the runway and making the haters eat it, this cast of legends will send you off into the world with more than a few words of wisdom... and a few jokes while they're at it!Another week, another episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season 7, another RuCap for your listening pleasure! Pat is back in the host chair and he's excited to be joined by longtime listener, first time podcast host, Jamie. Before diving into the newest episode of All Stars, they take a quick trip through the first few episodes so Jamie can share his takes on the competition so far. From there they dive into episode 5, Draguation Speeches starting with Monet's commitment to a poop joke and RuPaul's... ummm... outfit choices before getting into the heart of the episode, the maxi challenge! The legends are tasked this episode with creating speeches to give at the Drag U draguation containing humo

Over the river and through the woods... to Mother RuPaul's house we go! But first, it's time for the wickedest witch in all the fairytale land to pass judgment on some out of this world characters. Will the Three Little Pigs, the Big Bad Wolf, Little Red, and many more are in the house to get their own version of FAIRYTALE JUSTICE!Welcome to the Pit Stop... wait... nope, that not right. Pat Da Bear is back in the host seat and is joined this week by Daytime Confidential and Geek Confidential host (and friend of the pod) Luke to dish the dirt on drag! The Legendary queens of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 7 (AKA the all winner's edition) are back on your television screens and they're showing you a fantastical side you may not have seen before. Taking a hard right in New Jersey, the queens have sashayed their way into the enchanted forest of the fairytale land. Things may not be as magical as they seem for our magical creatures because they have ended up in the courtroom of the wickedest witch in any land, Miche

The sands of Egypt are shifting in the moonlight tonight... or is it thousands of years ago? Maybe it's just Khonshu shifting the night sky to help the one and only Moon Knight dish out justice for the wrongs that they've committed. No matter how you slice it, an avatar's job is never done!The time has come to turn on Disney+ and check out the newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the small screen. Pat and BeeJay have made a deal with the podcast gods to be their avatars while dishing about the (first) season of Moon Knight as Oscar Isaac brings the night traveler to the small screen. The show introduces the world to quirky Steven Grant, a mild mannered museum employee who doesn't want to fall asleep because he wakes up in the strangest places. He, and the viewers, then meet Marc Spector in the mirror and from there, Steven's world will never be the same. Clad in a white suit, Marc Spector/Moon Knight dishes out the justice of Khonshu, the Egyptian god of the night. This story takes a turn when S

I'd like to buy a vowel. Are there any Z's? The Realness of Fortune Ball has arrived and the the queens of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars are ready to step transport you around the globe (and even to your childhood at Nan's house) as they showcase three looks on the runway! Get your hot glue guns ready because the ball is about to begin!It's another week here on the pod and Pat Da Bear is back in the host chair to bring you another RuCap episode! This week he's joined by a familiar voice, but not so familiar when chatting about Drag Race, in BeeJay! After a spectacular double episode premiere including a legendary Snatch Game, it's time for episode three where the queens are tasked with strutting their stuff in The Realness of Fortune Ball. From Vanna White realness to Before & After to the titular category, these queens mopped the stage and fed the children. Whether it was RuPaul Charles II or Whatever Happened To Baby Jane Fonda, the queens brought a dragtastic version of America's Favorite Game to Paramo

Category is... Stars... Statements... And LEGENDS! The Werk Room is ready to welcome back eight incomparable champions, but is the world ready for that much talent in one place? These most legendary of legendary children are ready to showcase their comedy, acting, and improv skills while stomping the runway in the beauty and glamour of it all!Ascending to the apex of Mount Rucropolis, Pat Da Bear has decided to hold court and bring back the RuCaps because a season full of winners deserves the spotlight! This weekly dive into the all winners edition of All Stars season 7 reunites eight former Drag Race winner in a competition unlike any other Drag Race franchise. Not only will there be no eliminations throughout the competition, but the queens will be competing in a point style system for their right to battle for the crown in a lip sync smackdown for the title of QUEEN OF ALL QUEENS... oh yeah, and a cash prize of $200,000 (that's a lot of fucking money). Will the queens get to show the world why they won the

Ding! Ding! Ding! Class is in session y'all and sex education is on the menu. Grab your best catfish profiles and get ready to charm your way to the top of the class as they make their way across the border into Canada. The kids are definitely not alright, but it's ok as this episode makes its way to your ears! The weather is getting warmer and allergies are flaring, but the boys of Flame ON! are ready to sit down at their round table and sip on some piping hot tea while they dish on the month in pop culture. Before diving into the topics on hand, Bryan helms a discussion about the plethora of Doctor Who news that has come out. From Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa being named as the next actor to take on the mantle, to trans actor Yasmin Finney being cast as Rose (maybe or maybe not Tyler), there is a ton to chat about! From there, Pat tackles the first topic, season four of Netflix's social media game show, The Circle. Would you have what it takes to be number one in the rankin

Hit 'em with your catwalk, hunty! Whether you're flaunting your track record or a toaster is being thrown into the bathtub, the road to becoming the next drag superstar is a long and winding one. From the opening talent show to the final moments of the finale, these queens had us gagging all season long... and it wasn't because of the chocolate!Spring has sprung, and after four and a half months (that sometimes felt like four and a half years!) the flagship series, RuPaul's Drag Race, has reached it's epic finale and a new Next Drag Superstar has been crowned. Joining the regular cast of characters, Bryan, Erik, and Pat, are Haus member Joel and Dan! Tackling the season like they do any other deep dive, they first talk about the high points of the season. From the super teaser episode to the roast, find out what tickled their fancies from the season. After the highs come the lows and the boys aren't holding back their feelings about what they felt didn't work about the season. From the disastrous Snatch