Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch

Get your tissues out (and if you're Mark, sunglasses on) for the emotional and sensational Season 1 finale, East Side Story. Betty finally fights for Henry after what feels like years, Daniel and Alexis total a really nice car, Claire inspires a new spin-off idea, and we get not one but two (!) musical numbers from our multi-talented cast. It's a rollercoaster leading to a cliffhanger, with dazzling performances and fabulous looks all around. VIVA BETTY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back with the Godfather of Ugly Betty, director and producer Victor Nelli. He talks about working just about every job in television from production assistant to director, earning the comedy in a scene, being a safe space for the cast - and he even scores an invite to Mark’s wedding!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and Ana are on one today as they recap S1E21 Secretaries’ Day (AKA Administrative Professional’s Day). Daniel is a mess, Betty needs a hobby, and Claire is drinking toilet wine - plus they let loose about Bradford, finance bros, and even Lindsay Lohan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For once in their lives, Mark and Ana are not Team Betty! Her codependency and judgement have gone too far (but at least her hair looks good). Plus, Mark and Ana share their travel guide to Prague, their fear of feet fish, and the story behind the rumored-but-never-made Ugly Betty musical episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Ana and Mark dive into S1E17 Icing on the Cake, where Betty's world is rocked by a simple shoulder touch, Daniel gets blackmailed, and Constance enters her Mariah era. This one is packed full of incredible guest stars (Jesse Tyler Ferguson! Lucy Liu!), iconic lines from drunk Claire Meade, and of course, plenty of practical dental hygiene tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and Ana revisit S1E15 Brothers, discussing first loves as Betty and Walter say goodbye, going to bat for your people as Justin stands up for Hilda, and the show's admirable (but still imperfect) representation of trans issues as Alexis takes her place at Mode. This episode has everything: threats (if you talk about Mark's mother!), baby stem cells, and a REAL Birkin! Get in touch with us @vivabettypodcast on Instagram or Tiktok, or email [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, S1E13 In or Out, Mark gives Ana her well-deserved flowers for an outstanding performance and cupcake entrepreneurship (even if he’s skeptical about her Mandarin-language skills). Plus, the tyranny of the Mystery Woman finally comes to an end, and the reign of Rebecca Romijn begins - and Mark and Ana are HERE FOR IT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and Ana sit down with the incredible Michael Urie - the endless talent behind Mode’s very own Marc St. James. Together they laugh (about fittings with costume designer Pat Field and her poodles), they cry (about the tender relationship between Marc and Justin), and they even bleed (or at least Michael did when he ran in crocs).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1E11 Fake Plastic Snow is Ugly Betty's first Christmas episode, and what a gift it is! Ana and Mark try out a new discussion format, analyze the deeper truths behind Betty's relationship with Walter, pay respects to the supermodels of the 90s, and can't agree whether they like Hilda's bolero or not. Then, a visit from everyone's favorite receptionist and the star of the episode herself, Becki Newton!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the pod we have Betty's fairy godmother, prime minister of the universe, and cat-sitter extraordinaire, Ashley Jensen (AKA, Mode's very own Christina)! Ashley Jensen has Mark and Ana practically rolling on the floor with her hilarious tales of working with David Bowie, learning to drive on the wrong side of the road, and, of course, unicorns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Producer Ben Silverman is in the studio to talk about how Ugly Betty really got made from its inspiration in the Colombian telenovela, to ideas that didn't quite get off the ground, to building the team and cast that truly believed in the show and created the world of “Betty the Ugly” as we know it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.