"Four Thanksgivings and a Funeral" (S1E09), We're Your Dreamgirls, Boys
This week on Still Ugly, Michael and Becki are talking about S1E09 “Four Thanksgivings and a Funeral” aka the Dreamgirls Episode! It’s Thanksgiving at Mode— while the Suarez family debates how far they can trust their new immigration lawyer, Wilhelmina makes a turkey, Daniel blows it with Sofia and Fey Sommers come back from the dead! Becki and Michael swap memories of this absolutely iconic Marc and Amanda episode, including the moment went Becki accidentally saw Michael’s— well, you’ll hear all about it. Plus, we’ve got a Martha Stewart cameo, Justin as the Phantom of the Opera and a game that is all about… Betrayal!
Still Ugly is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song by Jeff Beal.
Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Natalie Holysz, Jeph Porter
Creative Producer: Jesse Thurston
Editing and Mix/Master: Chris Faller
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"After Hours" (S1E08), Show Me Those Braces
This week on Still Ugly, we’re talking about Season 1, Episode 8 “After Hours.” Everyone goes out on the town: Betty reviews a hotel in Atlantic City, things get steamy between Sofia and Daniel at a pool hall and Texas businessman Ted LeBeau buys shots for Wilhelmina and Marc at a honkey-tonk. Meanwhile in Queens, Hilda asks an old flame, Santos, for help paying Ignacio’s legal fees.Michael and Becki recap this fish-out-of-water episode, which put every character out of their comfort zone. They discuss the chemistry between Hilda and Santos, Walter’s hilarious meltdown in a Michelin-star restaurant and how much fun everyone had imitating Vanessa Williams saying “Ted LeBeau.” Plus, Michael shares his unexpected love of music festivals and Becki offers earnest dating advice to a fan!
Still Ugly is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song by Jeff Beal.
Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Natalie Holysz, Jeph Porter
Creative Producer: Jesse Thurston
Editing and Mix/Master: Chris Faller
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"Trust, Lust, and Must" (S1E07), So Much For That Fantasy
It's another episode of Still Ugly and this week we’re talking Episode 107 “Trust, Lust, and Must.” Wilhelmina and Daniel put together Mode’s annual Must List, but the office is distracted. Betty sells Herbalux at work, Wilhelmina’s daughter Nico causes chaos and Daniel is smitten with a hottie on the 27th Floor.
Becki and Michael recap and share memories from the episode, which was the first appearance of Executive Producer Salma Hayek as her character Sofia Reyes. Plus, Debi Mazar appears as a sketchy lawyer, Bradford visits Fey Sommers’ crypt (which was actually the Tube in disguise) and Amanda finally stands up to Daniel. Later, Michael and Becki share their own version of The Must List and respond to a confession from a Wilhelmina super-fan!
Still Ugly is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song by Jeff Beal.
Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Natalie Holysz, Jeph Porter
Creative Producer: Jesse Thurston
Editing and Mix/Master: Chris Faller
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"The Lyin,' the Watch and the Wardrobe" (S1E06), Hola! Happy Halloween!
On this episode of Still Ugly, we’re talking Episode 106, “The Lyin,’ the Watch and the Wardrobe.” It’s Halloween and everyone is wearing a mask. Betty is torn between Walter and Henry, Amanda confesses her feelings to Daniel, and Marc dresses up as Betty, to Wilhelmina’s delight. Plus, the incredible Judith Light joins the cast as Claire Meade.
Michael and Becki discuss the Season One Halloween Episode, which features some incredible costumes and a LOT of secrets getting revealed. Plus, Christopher Gorham stops by to talk about the first big Henry Grubstick appearance— “It’s just something I know.” Stick around for a fan question, where Becki and Michael help a caller navigate a “debilitating crush!”
Still Ugly is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song by Jeff Beal.
Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Natalie Holysz, Jeph Porter
Creative Producer: Jesse Thurston
Editing and Mix/Master: Chris Faller
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"Fey's Sleigh Ride" (S1E05), The Scooby-Doo of it All
Today on Still Ugly, we’re talking about Episode 105 of Ugly Betty, "Fey’s Sleigh Ride."
Wilhelmina tries to find out who leaked the details of Mode’s Christmas spread while Betty, Marc, and Amanda scramble to remember what happened.
Becki and Michael share memories of this very special episode, which was the first time Marc and Amanda entered Betty’s world. Amanda eats a whole tray of Papi’s flan, and Marc shows a surprisingly soft side with Justin. Plus, we’ve got some iconic guest characters (Carlo Medina! “Fat Carol!”), a Rashomon-inspired mystery and a high-stakes interrogation game!
Still Ugly is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Theme song by Jeff Beal.
Executive Producers: Rob Holysz, Natalie Holysz, Jeph Porter
Creative Producer: Jesse Thurston
Editing and Mix/Master: Chris Faller
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It’s been 18 years since the premiere of Ugly Betty, but guess what? We’re Still Ugly! Who are we? We’re best friends, Michael Urie and Becki Newton, aka your favorite love-to-hate-them MODE besties, Marc St. James and Amanda Tanen. We’re as close as ever and ready to dive into each episode of Ugly Betty, dissecting storylines and character motivations, choosing our top looks, and trying not to cry (but mostly failing). Stick around for games inspired by the episode and fan segments where we will listen to fan confessions, answer questions, and give advice (or try to). Even though Ugly Betty is over, we’re….Still Ugly! New episodes will drop every Wednesday on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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