The Final FronTia with Tia Kofi

She's one of Britain's most beloved stand-up comedians, bestselling author and podcast host Suzi Ruffell — and she's joining Tia for a live episode of The Final FronTia!
Suzi has appeared on the biggest comedy shows (including Live At The Apollo,Mock the Week, The Last Leg and more) and has received nominations for Best Stand-Up Show and Outstanding Female Comedy Entertainment Performance at the National Comedy Awards. She has also hosted red carpet coverage for the BAFTAs and The International Booker Prize. She also hosts the podcasts "Big Kick Energy" with Maisie Adam, "Like Minded Friends" with Tom Allen, and her own podcast "OUT".
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Suzi navigate the pop culture moments that helped shape a generation of queer people - from the Spice Girls and Sex and the City to Big Brother, The L Word and more. They also reflect on growing up searching for representation, why seeing yourself on screen matters and how reality TV once became an unlikely home for authentic LGBTQ+ stories.
Suzi opens up about anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem and why the most confident people aren't always the best comedians. Together they discuss social media, authenticity, the pressure to constantly achieve more, and the importance of celebrating where you are instead of endlessly chasing what's next.
Plus, the audience joins in with questions about The L Word, getting older, career ambitions and queer community, before Tia and Suzi wrap things up with a gloriously chaotic game of In or Out.

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She’s a ballet-trained performer, runway powerhouse and a Drag Race superstar - Brooke Lynn Hytes is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!
After captivating audiences as the runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11, Brooke Lynn went on to become the host and head judge of Canada's Drag Race, cementing her place as one of the most influential queens in the Drag Race universe. She now stars in the new film Stop! That! Train! by World of Wonder.
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Brooke Lynn chat about the evolution of her career, from ballet dancer to international drag superstar, and how her approach to performance has changed over the years.
They discuss the unique challenge of critiquing other queens, the responsibility that comes with hosting Canada's Drag Race, and why there's so much more to judging than what viewers see on screen.
They swap stories from the Drag Race family, reflect on memorable moments from their careers, and celebrate the friendships and opportunities that drag has brought into their lives.

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She's a Tony Award winner, Broadway icon and one of musical theatre's most celebrated leading ladies: Laura Benanti is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!
From starring in Broadway classics including Gypsy, She Loves Me and My Fair Lady to scene-stealing appearances on television in Younger, Supergirl and The Gilded Age, Laura has built an extraordinary career on stage and screen. She's a 5 time Tony Award nominee (and one time winner) as well as a multi-Outer Critics Circle Award winner.
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Laura talk about life on Broadway, the realities of sustaining a long career in theatre, and the joy of continually finding new creative challenges.
They also dive into audition stories, dream roles, the changing landscape of musical theatre, and the importance of authenticity both on and off the stage. Along the way, Laura shares reflections on resilience, creativity and the lessons she's learned from decades in the spotlight, while Tia discovers what it really takes to become a Broadway legend.

Don't miss Laura's new show "Nobody Cares" in London until July 26th: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/laura-benanti-nobody-cares-2026/

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She’s the queen who painted Belfast blue before conquering the world of drag! Blu Hydrangea is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia.
After making her mark on RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Blu returned to snatch the crown on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World, cementing herself as one of the franchise's most beloved queens. From her instantly recognisable makeup style to her quick wit and infectious energy, Blu has become a fan favourite both on and off the runway.
This episode of The Final FronTia comes live from MCM Comic Con London! Tia and Blu dive into the whirlwind of life after Drag Race, from touring the world and meeting fans to the unexpected realities of becoming a drag superstar.
They chat about the evolution of Blu's drag, balancing creativity with competition, and what it really takes to keep reinventing yourself in such a fast-moving industry.
The conversation also explores friendship within the Drag Race family, the pressures of representing Northern Ireland on a global stage and the highs and lows of reality television.
Along the way, they swap stories about touring, performance, favourite drag memories and the moments that have shaped their careers both inside and outside the Werk Room.

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He outwitted, outplayed and outright deceived his way to victory on one of the UK's biggest reality shows... Harry Clark is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!
After becoming the winner of The Traitors, Harry went from serving in the British Army to becoming one of the most talked-about reality TV contestants in the country. His calm strategy, unforgettable poker face and perfectly timed betrayals made him a worthy champion – and now he's joining Tia to reveal what really went on inside the castle.
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Harry talk about life after The Traitors, the psychology behind playing a Faithful and a Traitor, and the pressure of keeping enormous secrets from friends, family and the public.
They also discuss the relationships formed during filming, becoming an overnight household name, and why reality TV can be every bit as mentally demanding as it looks.
Along the way, they dive into Harry's life before television, his time in the Army, adapting to sudden fame, and the surprising opportunities that have come his way since winning the show.
Plus, Tia puts Harry's powers of deception to the test with plenty of games, laughs and the kind of suspicious questioning that would make the Round Table proud.

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