Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch

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• S1E23 East Side Story 04.06.2026 53min

  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.
• S1E22 A Tree Grows in Guadalajara 21.05.2026 46min

  Things start off extra strong this week with a call from Mark’s mom Lynn, for a quick discussion of wedding looks and adapting to Hollywood. Then, the Suarez's fly first class to Mexico for S1E22 A Tree Grows in Guadalajara - an episode full of stars, flipped expectations, and a review of Hilda’s resume.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Victor Nelli Jr. 14.05.2026 52min

  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.
• RERUN: America Ferrera 07.05.2026 1t 4min

  Today we're revisiting our time with Betty herself, the one and only America Ferrera. From the sushi restaurant debacle that started it all to the bittersweet final days on set, Betty's iconic glasses to her lesser-known extensions, fake laughter to real tears, the trio share cherished memories and lasting legacies of the show. Next week we’re back with an all-new episode as Mark and Ana sit down with director Victor Nelli Jr. to revisit some of his favorite moments behind the camera before diving into S1E22 “A Tree Grows in Guadalajara."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E21 Secretaries' Day 30.04.2026 52min

  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.
• S1E20 Petra-Gate 23.04.2026 44min

  Ana and Mark are back for another banger, S1E20 Petra-Gate. Betty’s still mad at everyone and Mark and Ana are still kind of mad at her too, Santos does the bare minimum and Ignacio isn’t having it (even though Hilda absolutely is), Daniel almost writes himself into the Epstein Files, and Ana has something to say about a certain little blue pill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E19 Punch Out 16.04.2026 45min

  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.
• S1E18 Don't Ask, Don't Tell 09.04.2026 58min

  Although many tears were shed while watching today's emotional episode, Mark and Ana pull it together to bring you all their thoughts and feelings on S1E18 Don't Ask, Don't Tell. Our Queen Judith Light brings all of her soap opera antics, Ana rages against the proliferation of camisoles under jackets, and the wonderful Patti LuPone stuns as the terrible Mrs. Weiner. Plus, Mark reads a special message from Michael Urie. Send your questions and concerns to vivabettypod@gmail.com, and check out all our episodes now at www.islandboyscruise.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E17 Icing on the Cake 02.04.2026 40min

  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.
• S1E16 Derailed 26.03.2026 47min

  Ana and Mark unpack an episode that is truly packed - with guest stars (Lucy Liu! Jerry O'Connell! Jayma Mays!), with decent wigs (for once!), and with the many faces of Becki Newton. They discuss reinventing yourself, why children shouldn't sing and dance, and how to get Fergie to perform at your wedding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E15 Brothers 19.03.2026 49min

  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 vivabettypod@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E14 I'm Coming Out 12.03.2026 54min

  Mark and Ana dive into one of the most dramatic, plot-twisty, telenovela-esque episodes yet! Betty and Hilda have a sisterly showdown at fashion week, Daniel meets a sister he didn’t know he had, and Wilhelmina has a rather unfortunate run-in with a duck (and Flavia). Plus, they answer burning listener questions, with a shocking reveal about a show Ana turned down. Send your questions and comments to @vivabettypodcast on Instagram or Tiktok, or email vivabettypod@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E13 In or Out 05.03.2026 29min

  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.
• S1E12 Sofia's Choice 26.02.2026 57min

  This week, Ana and Mark sit down with “Sofia’s Choice”, where they meet Oscar-winner Octavia Spencer, rip into Wilhelmina's worst look to date, and sing the praises of Becki Newton's perfect performance as Ruthie the MYW secretary. Plus, they reveal which Disney princesses they are and answer more listener questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Michael Urie 19.02.2026 1t 15min

  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.
• Becki Newton PT2 12.02.2026 41min

  On today's episode, the conversation continues with Becki Newton about all things Amanda. They get into Amanda's outrageous and sometimes questionable fashion sense, Becki's on-and-off-screen BFF-ship with Michael Urie, the stresses of juggling filming with motherhood, and the group confronts the rumors about the two Ugly Betty podcasts once and for all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• S1E11 Fake Plastic Snow + Becki Newton PT1 05.02.2026 1t 4min

  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.
• S1E10 Lose the Boss 29.01.2026 1t 6min

  The show is finally hitting its stride with the wigs in S1E10 Lose the Boss! Mark and Ana discuss the ins and outs of Daniel's brutal hangover, Santos' fundamental misunderstanding of his son, and Mark's fundamental misunderstanding of how phone plans used to work in the early 2000s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Ashley Jensen 22.01.2026 48min

  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.
• S1E9 Four Thanksgivings and a Funeral 15.01.2026 1t 24min

  It's the iconic Thanksgiving episode, S1E9 Four Thanksgivings and a Funeral, complete with all the trimmings: plastic hair, Justin SERVING turkey, a deft discussion of the cultural landscape and queer politics in 2006, and the Queen of Thanksgiving Martha Stewart herself. Plus, Mark and Ana answer more of your questions!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.