In this bonus episode, the boys share their thoughts on the latest blockbuster from Steven Spielberg. What left Ben unexpectedly emotional? Why does Mikey question whether it’s really a sci-fi film? And what is it about extraterrestrial life that continues to captivate us?

Elsewhere, they shine a spotlight on End of the Rainbow, starring Jinkx Monsoon as Judy Garland, before returning to Confessions Corner to discuss Madonna’s latest cover shoot and sit down with Interview magazine, and the rumours that she could be set to make an appearance at London Pride.

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📚 Books:

ONE DAY (David Nicholls)

🎬 Film:

DISCLOSURE DAY (Universal Pictures)

BEFORE SUNRISE (Columbia Pictures)

BEFORE SUNSET (Warner Bros. Pictures)

BEFORE MIDNIGHT (Sony Pictures Classics)

THE HUNT (Universal Pictures)

🎭 Theatre:

END OF THE RAINBOW (Soho Theatre Walthamstow)

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Back for another adventure, Jessie, Woody and Buzz team up to overthrow the sinister Lilypad as toys take on tech in the latest Toy Story outing. How did the film make Ben and Mikey reflect on their own relationship with tech? And what do they think their secret toys might be saying about them when no one’s around?

Elsewhere, the boys review Redcliffe, the new musical telling the story of two gay lovers battling oppression in the 18th century, and reveal the records Olivia Rodrigo has shattered with the release of her latest album.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

YOU SEEM PRETTY SAD FOR A GIRL SO IN LOVE (Olivia Rodrigo)

🎬 Film:

TOY STORY 5 (Pixar)

🎭 Theatre:

REDCLIFFE (Southwark Playhouse Borough)

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Mikey takes Ben to Confessions Corner to catch up on everything the Queen of Pop has been serving her fans over the past few weeks. Was the Times Square performance worth the money of Grindr’s subscribers? Is the new music making us want to dance? And is the accompanying short film merely the beginning of a much bigger visual era?

Elsewhere, the boys share their highlights from Mighty Hoopla and Primavera Sound Barcelona, before things take a more emotional turn as Ben reflects on the powerful new TV drama from Russell T Davies.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

CONFESSIONS II - THE FILM / LOVE SENSATION / BRING YOUR LOVE [STUART PRICE AFTERHOURS REMIX] / BIZARRE (Madonna)

MIGHTY HOOPLA

PRIMAVERA SOUND BARCELONA

📺 TV:

TIP TOE (Channel 4)

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Ben and Mikey seem pretty happy for two guys not in love. Olivia Rodrigo has released her third studio album — and it’s a banger. In this week’s deep dive, the boys unpack Olivia’s evolving sound, explore how she continues to subvert expectations, and reveal the unlikely pair of Sex and the City characters who appear to have inspired more than one track.

Elsewhere, the big questions keep coming: has Taylor Swift released her worst-ever number one? Has Rose Gray just delivered the best song of her career so far? Is Ariana Grande taking aim at an ex-boyfriend — or her own fans — on her latest release? And could a full Lily Allen remix album be on the horizon?

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

I KNEW IT, I KNEW YOU (Taylor Swift)

HATE THAT I MADE YOU LOVE ME / PETAL (Ariana Grande)

CLUB TO YOUR ARMS (Rose Gray)

BEG FOR ME [JADE REMIX] (Lily Allen & JADE)

YOU SEEM PRETTY SAD FOR A GIRL SO IN LOVE (Olivia Rodrigo)

📺 TV:

REALITY CHECK: INSIDE AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL (Netflix)

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In this bonus episode, Ben and Mikey dive into the latest live release from pop superstar Dua Lipa. Revisiting memories from the tour, they discuss the standout musical moments, their highlights from the recording — and ask the important question: is Dua Lipa the Margot Robbie of pop?

The boys also review two very different live performances: Raye’s ambitious tour blending generations, genres and astonishing vocal range, and Cynthia Erivo’s jaw-dropping one-woman turn in Dracula, where she takes on all 23 roles herself.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC / THIS ALBUM MAY CONTAIN HOPE (Raye)

DUA LIPA - LIVE FROM MEXICO / RADICAL OPTIMISM TOUR (Dua Lipa)

APPLE MUSIC LIVE: MAYHEM REQUIEM (Lady Gaga)

📺 TV:

AMANDALAND / MOTHERLAND (BBC iPlayer)

🎭 Theatre:

DRACULA

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In a surprise reversal of roles, it’s Mikey — not Ben — who’s been moved to tears by pop culture this week. The boys dive into the three-part documentary chronicling the life and career of pint-sized Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue, along with its accompanying single, Light Up. Which moments sparkled brightest, hit hardest emotionally, and ultimately left them wanting more?

Elsewhere, Ben and Mikey share their thoughts on this week’s other major music releases from Olivia Rodrigo, Charli XCX and Lola Young — and realise there may be one unexpected theme connecting them all.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

THE CURE / YOU SEEM PRETTY SAD FOR A GIRL SO IN LOVE (Olivia Rodrigo)

THE CURE (Little Mix)

THE CURE (Lady Gaga)

SS26 (Charli XCX)

FROM DOWN HERE (Lola Young)

LIGHT UP (Kylie)

📺 TV:

KYLIE (Netflix)

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Ben & Mikey have been to see Stephen Sondheim’s beloved fairytale mash-up musical at Bridge Theatre ahead of its West End transfer. The performances were outstanding — but did Shrek do the storyline better?

On the other end of the spectrum, the boys also caught Rose Gray live on her Louder, Please tour. They sing her praises, alongside this week’s usual mix of random recommendations.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

LOUDER, PLEASE TOUR (Rose Gray)

📚 Books:

THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END / THE FIRST TO DIE AT THE END (Adam Silvera)

📺 TV:

THE COMEBACK (HBO Max)

🎭 Theatre:

INTO THE WOODS (Bridge Theatre)

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Ben & Mikey kick off this week’s episode with more Confessions II chat. Alongside a new remix and the album’s freshly revealed tracklist, it’s been announced that Madonna, Shakira and BTS will co-headline the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show — leading the boys into some very unfamiliar territory… football. What can we expect from the performance?

The boys also share their verdict on the latest Gracie Abrams release and dive into the online discourse surrounding Harry Styles’ brand-new tour, fresh from seeing it on opening weekend in Amsterdam.

Queer is a full list of what was discussed:

🎧 Music:

I FEEL SO FREE [PEGGY GOU ENERGY MIX] / CONFESSIONS II (Madonna)

HIT THE WALL / DAUGHTER FROM HELL (Gracie Abrams)

TOGETHER, TOGETHER TOUR (Harry Styles)

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