Sibling Rivalry

The One With Adam Shankman

Bob and Monét welcome director, choreographer, and producer Adam Shankman. Adam talks about directing Stop! That! Train! and his approach to directing, and Monét reflects on working with Adam in Stop! That! Train!. They discuss The Shawshank Redemption vs. The Green Mile and share stories about Lady Gaga, John Travolta, and Adam's encounters with Oprah. Adam recalls John Waters' reaction to the Hairspray movie, who he might cast in Hairspray today, and their appreciation for Amanda Bynes. Plus, he breaks down how he got involved with RuPaul's Drag Race, walks through the process of directing a Rusical, reveals his favorite lip syncs, and imagines how he would direct a movie version of Rent. Thanks to our sponsors: * HomeChef.com/RIVALRY [http://HomeChef.com/RIVALRY] for 50% OFF your first box and free dessert for life! * Go to RO.CO/RIVALRY [https://ro.co/lp/weight-loss/quiz/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=oxford_siblingrivalry&utm_content=hostread_q42025&utm_term=55] to see if you qualify. * Go to https://baskandlatherco.com [https://baskandlatherco.com] and use code RIVALRY for 20% off. * Take the first step. Visit WaldenU.edu [http://WaldenU.edu]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Sibling Watchery: Drag Race All Stars S11 E5 "How-To Videos"

Bob and Monét break down Episode 5 of All Stars 11 and discuss the queens handing out points and Silky's unique brand of confidence. They discuss whether Saint Lucians and Jamaicans prepare food the same way and the best way to wash chicken before cooking. They question whether April and Selina are "daddies" and share their favorite instructional videos from the challenge. Plus, they review the "Barn This Way" runway looks, break down the lip sync, ask where Silky pulled those flags from, and try to figure out who will move on from this bracket. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠https://www.rula.com/RIVALRY⁠ [https://www.rula.com/RIVALRY] #rulapod Take the first step. Visit ⁠WaldenU.edu⁠ [http://WaldenU.edu].  If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: ⁠https://learn.nocd.com/rivalry⁠ [https://learn.nocd.com/rivalry]  Book your next stay on Airbnb! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

The One With Susan Heyward

This week on Sibling Rivalry, Bob and Monét welcome Susan Heyward to the show. Susan talks about preparing to play Sister Sage on The Boys, how it felt telling a story that mirrors current events, and reveals who she thinks is the hottest guy on the show. They discuss her work on stage, performing with Cicely Tyson, her memories of Orange Is the New Black, and the survival jobs she worked in New York before making it as an actor. They also get into favorite fast food, horror movies, karaoke songs, dream acting collaborators, and whether Little Shop of Horrors has Shakespearean roots. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/RIVALRY [https://www.rula.com/RIVALRY] #rulapod Take the first step. Visit WaldenU.edu [http://WaldenU.edu].  If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/rivalry [https://learn.nocd.com/rivalry]  Book your next stay on Airbnb! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Sibling Watchery: Drag Race All Stars S11 E4 "Duets: It Takes Two"

This week on Sibling Watchery, Bob and Monét recap RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 11, Episode 4 as a brand-new bracket of queens enters the competition. They discuss performance challenges starting the season, whether queens come in with prewritten verses, and if voice lessons should be mandatory before Drag Race. They break down the group song challenge, how the queens divide parts, and whether singing, rapping, and talk-singing are basically the same skill. They talk about Vivacious returning, how many times Silky has actually been on Drag Race, Selina building alliances, and Crystal standing out from the group. Tey review the looks on the runway, advocate for carrying an emergency kitty cat wig, and rank their favorite performances of the week and predict who’s advancing from the bracket. Our listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at ⁠WarbyParker.com/RIVALRY⁠ [https://www.warbyparker.com/?&wpsrc=Podcast&singular=59085_2026Q1?utm_campaign=2026Q1&utm_content=audio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=siblingrivalry] — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Head to ⁠WaldenU.edu⁠ [https://WaldenU.edu] and take that first step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

The One About Robots

This week on Sibling Rivalry, Bob reveals his dream wedding cake and they confirm whether Bianca Del Rio really speaks Spanish. They also break down the phrase “top to bottom,” ask if Drag Race should retire winning Snatch Game characters, and wonder if sex with a robot would be weird. They discuss whether washing machines and TVs qualify as robots, what jobs are safe from AI, and if they’ll still be alive in the year The Jetsons takes place. Plus, adult circumcision, being “half cut,” naming songs from different artists and whether Bob is secretly a great wig stylist. Our listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/RIVALRY [https://www.warbyparker.com/?&wpsrc=Podcast&singular=59085_2026Q1?utm_campaign=2026Q1&utm_content=audio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=siblingrivalry] — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Head to WaldenU.edu [WaldenU.edu] and take that first step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]