The Final FronTia with Tia Kofi

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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She’s the entrepreneur who captured the nation on The Apprentice with her confidence, determination and refusal to let anyone underestimate her — Karishma Vijay is our guest on this episode of The Final FronTia!
Founder of the cosmetics company Kishkin, Karishma has grown a loyal following of nearly 1M fans across social media. During her time on The Apprentice, she impressed audiences with her business acumen and resilience, proving that backing yourself can take you further than playing it safe.
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Karishma talk about the realities of competing on one of Britain's biggest reality shows, from surviving the intense filming schedule to navigating the social dynamics in the house.
They discuss preparing for Lord Sugar's interviews, why real-world experience mattered more than textbook knowledge, and the pressure of building a business while millions of people are watching.
They also dive into representation on reality TV and why Karishma believes winning The Apprentice was about far more than securing an investment. Along the way, they chat about entrepreneurship, taking risks, facing your fears, and the surprising challenges of cliff diving in Portugal.
Plus, Tia finally gets to indulge her Apprentice obsession with a quiz, plenty of behind-the-scenes gossip and the inside scoop every fan has been waiting for.

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We're back with a brand new series of The Final FronTia (and a new look, for those of you on YouTube!). We're kicking it off with a singer, actor, drag superstar and one of the most recognisable voices to come out of the UK drag scene: Divina de Campo!
Best known as a finalist on the first series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Divina has spent decades building a career that spans drag, musical theatre, television and live performance. She's also appeared on the likes of The Voice, 8 Out of 10 Cats and on stage in Chicago (UK Tour) and The SpongeBob Musical. She currently stars in the London production of Ride The Cyclone.
On this episode of The Final FronTia, Tia and Divina talk about life before and after Drag Race, the realities of sustaining a long-term career in entertainment, and what it means to be an artist first and a reality TV contestant second.
They discuss the evolution of drag in the UK, the changing landscape of queer performance, and the opportunities - and pressures - that come with mainstream visibility.
There’s also plenty of theatre chat, including the crossover between drag and musical performance. Along the way, they swap stories from the industry!
Expect strong opinions, big laughs and at least a few moments where the conversation disappears down an unexpected tangent before triumphantly finding its way back again.

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