Welcome to G&T: Sips & Giggles, where Belfast's very own Tina Leggs Tantrum and Glenn serve up a delightful blend of drag queen comedy and captivating stories.
Join us every week as we sip on the juiciest tales and share laughter, offering a glimpse into the fabulous world of drag and beyond. From outrageous anecdotes to hilarious musings, Tina and Glenn promise an unforgettable podcast experience filled with glitz, glamour, and giggles.
So grab your favourite cocktail, sit back, and prepare to be entertained as we take you on a journey through the fabulous and funny on G&T: Sips & Giggles!
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Welcome to G&T: Sips & Giggles, where Belfast's very own Tina Leggs Tantrum and Glenn serve up a delightful blend of drag queen comedy and captivating stories.
Join us every week as we sip on the juiciest tales and share laughter, offering a glimpse into the fabulous world of drag and beyond. From outrageous anecdotes to hilarious musings, Tina and Glenn promise an unforgettable podcast experience filled with glitz, glamour, and giggles.
So grab your favourite cocktail, sit back, and prepare to be entertained as we take you on a journey through the fabulous and funny on G&T: Sips & Giggles!
Get bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this fabulously nostalgic episode of G&T: Sips & Giggles, Glenn and Tina Leggs Tantrum hop into their tacky time machine – held together with sequins, hairspray and sheer determination – to celebrate one of the most iconic events in Irish queer history: Alternative Miss Ireland (AMI).
From its anarchic beginnings in 1987 to its glittering finale in 2012, AMI was more than just a drag pageant. It was a cultural movement – equal parts outrageous performance, biting satire, and heartfelt activism. With categories like Daywear, Swimwear and Talent (often stretched to their very limits), AMI raised over €335,000 for HIV/AIDS charities and helped launch the careers of legends like Panti Bliss, Shirley Temple Bar, and Veda.
Tina shares her own journey from backstage nerves to being crowned Alternative Miss Ireland – complete with behind-the-scenes gossip, outfit drama, and a performance that brought the house down. Glenn and Tina also dive into the community spirit of AMI, its political punch, and why it still casts a rhinestoned shadow over Ireland’s queer scene.
Whether you were there in the Olympia cheering from the balcony or are just hearing about AMI for the first time – this one’s for the misfits, the icons, and everyone who believes in the power of drag to change the world.
Strap in – and tune in – as we take you on a glitter-drenched journey through the legacy of AMI.
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction and Banter
00:36 Welcome to Sips and Giggles
00:54 Diving into Alternative Miss Ireland
02:25 Tina's Experience at AMI
04:11 The Legacy of AMI
05:34 AMI's Cultural Impact
08:34 Behind the Scenes of AMI
11:20 Notable Events and Controversies
15:23 The Evolution of AMI
17:52 A Typical AMI Night
25:59 Challenges of Day Wear
27:40 Fundraising for HIV and AIDS
29:26 Entering the Competition
31:18 Preparation and Performance
32:37 Winning Night
39:30 Impact of Winning
44:46 End of AMI
48:24 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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