Aug 12, 2026 · 33 min · 13 segments
What is Romesh like in drag? And what would Shanthi's drag king name be? In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Romesh and Shanthi answer your listener dilemmas, from dealing with…
Romesh RanganathanHostShanthi RanganathanHostPanelistPanelistPanelistPanelistNot sure about that one.
[laughs]
Someone suggested we should call this segment Questions with our Agony Chant, which sounds a lot like someone's followed through.
[laughs]
But please do keep sending your WhatsApp messages and voice notes to 07731 623355, or email podcast@rangamee.com. And don't forget, if you haven't already, please like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Well, because then when people go to YouTube or they go to wherever they get their podcasts from-
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the episode is right there for them, which means they're more likely to click it, not miss it, enjoy it.
It's also really cool when you've got a big number, isn't it?
Like 200,000
Not sure about that one.
[laughs]
Someone suggested we should call this segment Questions with our Agony Chant, which sounds a lot like someone's followed through.
[laughs]
But please do keep sending your WhatsApp messages and voice notes to 07731 623355, or email podcast@rangamee.com. And don't forget, if you haven't already, please like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Well, because then when people go to YouTube or they go to wherever they get their podcasts from-
...
the episode is right there for them, which means they're more likely to click it, not miss it, enjoy it.
It's also really cool when you've got a big number, isn't it?
Like 200,000
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Romesh’s Honest Sobriety Advice
Staying sober can make socializing unexpectedly difficult.
Alcohol Changes More Than You Think
Alcohol can change personalities and shorten conversations.
When Drag Costume Nearly Failed
Drag performances require more preparation than expected.
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