As a special Christmas gift to our listeners, La Familia Suarez is back together again for Mark and Ana’s extended interview with Tony Plana. He talks about growing up in the shadows of the major studios in Hollywood, fighting for the part of Ignacio, and all of the delicious (and very real) food that came out of the Suarez kitchen.

As a special Christmas gift to our listeners, La Familia Suarez is back together again for Mark and Ana&rsquo;s extended interview with Tony Plana. He talks about growing up in the shadows of the major studios in Hollywood, fighting for the part of Ignacio, and all of the delicious (and very real) food that came out of the Suarez kitchen.

Tony Plana PT2

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Ana and Mark love today's episode and its rhyming title: Trust, Lust, and Must. They express their concern for the Bandaged Woman and her too-long healing journey, meet the iconic Debi Mazar, and learn Ignacio's heart-wrenching immigration story. Finally, they reunite with their on-screen dad Tony Plana (with more to come next week!).

Ana and Mark love today's episode and its rhyming title: Trust, Lust, and Must. They express their concern for the Bandaged Woman and her too-long healing journey, meet the iconic Debi Mazar, and learn Ignacio's heart-wrenching immigration story. Finally, they reunite with their on-screen dad Tony Plana (with more to come next week!).

S1E7 Trust, Lust, and Must + Tony Plana PT1

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The conversation continues with our dear friend Christopher Gorham, also known as Henry Grubstick and Betty's true love. He tells us how Henry got his glasses, America Ferrera's blunt feedback on set, and the storyline he wishes he could change.

The conversation continues with our dear friend Christopher Gorham, also known as Henry Grubstick and Betty's true love. He tells us how Henry got his glasses, America Ferrera's blunt feedback on set, and the storyline he wishes he could change.

Christopher Gorham PT2

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This week, Mark and Ana dig into Daniel’s most promiscuous episode yet, The Lyin’, the Watch and the Wardrobe. Mark cringes at seeing himself on screen, Latinos don't eat sushi, and everyone dies laughing at Claire Meade's physical comedy. We also meet the world's dreamiest accountant, Henry Grubstick, and talk to Christopher Gorham about bringing him to life. More with Chris next week!

This week, Mark and Ana dig into Daniel&rsquo;s most promiscuous episode yet, The Lyin&rsquo;, the Watch and the Wardrobe. Mark cringes at seeing himself on screen, Latinos don't eat sushi, and everyone dies laughing at Claire Meade's physical comedy. We also meet the world's dreamiest accountant, Henry Grubstick, and talk to Christopher Gorham about bringing him to life. More with Chris next week!

S1E6 The Lyin', the Watch and the Wardrobe + Christopher Gorham PT1

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Today we have a special connection with the illustrious editor-in-chief of our hearts, Eric Mabius, our beloved Daniel Meade. He talks about his instant connection with Judith Light, being Brooklyn neighbors with Ana, and furnishing his home with Daniel's desk lamps. Mark & Ana close things out with another round of your amazing questions - this time with a surprise guest! Stay tuned for his full interview.

Today we have a special connection with the illustrious editor-in-chief of our hearts, Eric Mabius, our beloved Daniel Meade. He talks about his instant connection with Judith Light, being Brooklyn neighbors with Ana, and furnishing his home with Daniel's desk lamps. Mark &amp; Ana close things out with another round of your amazing questions - this time with a surprise guest! Stay tuned for his full interview.

Eric Mabius

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Ana and Mark come back from their bougie vacations (in Aspen and Montecito, respectively) to catch up and discuss Episode 5 - Fey’s Sleigh Ride. The Fat Carol Renaissance, the correct pronunciation of Manolo Blahnik, and Mark’s very real experience growing up and finding himself in front of the camera - it’s all here. Plus, they finish things off with another round of your burning questions!

Ana and Mark come back from their bougie vacations (in Aspen and Montecito, respectively) to catch up and discuss Episode 5 - Fey&rsquo;s Sleigh Ride. The Fat Carol Renaissance, the correct pronunciation of Manolo Blahnik, and Mark&rsquo;s very real experience growing up and finding himself in front of the camera - it&rsquo;s all here. Plus, they finish things off with another round of your burning questions!

S1E5 Fey's Sleigh Ride

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Mark and Ana continue their conversation with the iconic Vanessa Williams. They talk all things Wilhelmina, from her hard exterior to her soft moments, the birth of her dynamic duo with Marc St. James, and bringing the theater to the television.

Mark and Ana continue their conversation with the iconic Vanessa Williams. They talk all things Wilhelmina, from her hard exterior to her soft moments, the birth of her dynamic duo with Marc St. James, and bringing the theater to the television.

Vanessa Williams PT2

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Mark and Ana are back again to go over all the details of Episode 4, Swag. They debate the merits of bachelorette parties, how to say "Hermes", and the art of making an entrance AND an exit - with an entrance from the queen herself, Vanessa Williams.

Mark and Ana are back again to go over all the details of Episode 4, Swag. They debate the merits of bachelorette parties, how to say "Hermes", and the art of making an entrance AND an exit - with an entrance from the queen herself, Vanessa Williams.

S1E4 Swag + Vanessa Williams PT1

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Today Ana and Mark are taking a trip to “Queens for a Day,” along with mother of all things Betty, executive producer Teri Weinberg. Teri spills the behind-the-behind-the-scenes tea, like falling in love with Betty La Fea, building the cast and crew, and what got left on the cutting room floor (Betty as a secret agent?!).

Today Ana and Mark are taking a trip to &ldquo;Queens for a Day,&rdquo; along with mother of all things Betty, executive producer Teri Weinberg. Teri spills the behind-the-behind-the-scenes tea, like falling in love with Betty La Fea, building the cast and crew, and what got left on the cutting room floor (Betty as a secret agent?!).

S1E3 Queens for a Day with Teri Weinberg

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Mark and Ana are on the case for today’s episode, "The Box and The Bunny", where they discuss stealing from set, plastic hair, and the legendary $4,000 (and 50 cent) fight. Plus, they talk to the incomparable Gina Gambarro (Ava Gaudet) herself about becoming an icon in just 5 episodes.

Mark and Ana are on the case for today&rsquo;s episode, "The Box and The Bunny", where they discuss stealing from set, plastic hair, and the legendary $4,000 (and 50 cent) fight. Plus, they talk to the incomparable Gina Gambarro (Ava Gaudet) herself about becoming an icon in just 5 episodes.

S1E2 The Box and the Bunny + Ava Gaudet

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Ugly Betty was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ stories front and center. 

Now, Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato—aka Hilda and Justin—are sitting down to rewatch the show that changed their lives and ours. With fresh eyes and zero filter, they’re revisiting every messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a time.

This isn’t just a nostalgia trip. It’s a love letter to the show that made being different feel like a superpower. Pull up a chair, there’s room at the table for you!

Ugly&nbsp;Betty&nbsp;was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ stories front and center.&nbsp;
Now, Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato&mdash;aka Hilda and Justin&mdash;are sitting down to rewatch the show that changed their lives and ours. With fresh eyes and zero filter, they&rsquo;re revisiting every messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a time.
This isn&rsquo;t just a nostalgia trip. It&rsquo;s a love letter to the show that made being different feel like a superpower.&nbsp;Pull up a chair, there&rsquo;s room at the table for you!

Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch

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