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!

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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Happy New Year! We're starting off 2026 with a bang as Ana and Mark dissect a very hot and heavy episode, S1E8 "After Hours", including the very first appearance by Santos, and what MYW stands for. Then, they're joined by production designer Mark Worthington to talk about creating the world of Mode and the New York of Betty's imagination.

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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.

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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!).

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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.

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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!

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