| Hosting | Delta Work |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy, Beauty |
| Language | English |
| Updates | Weekly (Monday) |
| Length | 41–81 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Num episodes | 190 |
| Began | July 4, 2022 |
| Ended | present |
| Provider | MOM (Moguls of Media) |
| Website | https://verydelta.com/ |
| Editing | Doug Robertson |
| Related shows | Very That |
Very Delta is a conversational comedy podcast and web series hosted by American drag queen Delta Work which premiered on July 4, 2022.[1] Styled as a "luxury public access podcast", the series features Delta Work discussing first world problems, interviewing guests and answering fan letters.[2]
History
Very Delta began as a temporary replacement show for Delta Work's podcast Very That which she co-hosted with Raja Gemini while Raja went on tour after appearing on the seventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. However, the show quickly blossomed into a "bona fide sensation... part gospel, part talk show, and wholly singular, just like the queen at its helm". Delta continued to host Very That upon Raja's return while fronting Very Delta, until Very That was eventually rested.[3]
In July 2023 More Very Delta, an extension of the main podcast available exclusively to MOM Plus Gold subscribers, premiered.[4]
From July 2022 to March 2025, the show was aired on Mondays through Moguls of Media's YouTube channel.[5] From March 2025 onwards the show is aired in two parts on a dedicated Very Delta YouTube channel: the "Go Off Delta!" segment is released on Mondays and the guest interview is released on Wednesdays.[6] The full episode is released on podcast platforms on Mondays.[7]
Format
Each episode of Very Delta begins with the segment "Go Off Delta!", in which the host discusses whichever topic is on her mind. The opening segment's themes "have run the gamut from customer service to social norms", but typically focus on what are considered first world problems. The show has received criticism for this, but Delta "recognizes that her ability to talk about food and the banalities of everyday life is a "privilege" - "there's so many bigger things happening," she says".[8]
The second and longest segment of the show, typically lasting around 30 minutes, is an interview with Delta's guest, often a mainstay of the Southern California nightlife scene. The final segment of each episode is "Read Me Delta!" in which Delta and her guest read and respond to fan letters asking questions and seeking advice.
The show's repeat guests include Raja, who has appeared thrice, and Alaska, Bob the Drag Queen, Daya Betty, Detox, Lady Bunny, Lushious Massacr, Manila Luzon and Mayhem Miller, who have appeared twice.
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Los Angeles Times Best of the Southland Awards | Best Local Radio/Podcast Personality (Orange County) | Delta Work | [9] | |
| Best Local Radio/Podcast Personality (South Bay) | [10] | ||||
| Best Local Radio/Podcast Personality (Westside) | [11] | ||||
| Best Local Radio/Podcast Personality (Overall) | [12] | ||||
| 2024 | Queerty Awards | Podcast | Very Delta | [13][14] | |
| QueerX Awards | Best Podcast | [15][16] | |||
| 2025 | Queerty Awards | Podcast | [17][18] |
References
- ^ "Very Delta | Shows | MOM Podcasts". www.everybodysaymom.com. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
- ^ "VERY DELTA with Delta Work on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
- ^ Summers, Joan. "The Gospel According to Delta Work". Paper Magazine. Retrieved 13 August 2024.
- ^ "@verydeltapod: "Are you a lady like Delta Work ? Looking for a Very Very experience? Well look no further, the first episode of More Very Delta airs tonight at 6pm PT here"". Twitter. Retrieved 30 July 2023.
- ^ "Very Delta". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
- ^ "Very Delta". YouTube. Retrieved 26 March 2025.
- ^ "@verydelta: "🔸 HOW TO WATCH “VERY DELTA”🔸The show now has its own YouTube channel! Are you subscribed? Link in bio.🔸MONDAYS: Watch me “Go Off’”🔸WEDNESDAYS: Watch me chat with a fascinating guest🔸FRIDAYS: Watch a throwback “Go Off” at midnight pst 🔑 To watch the entire episode a day early and enjoy weekly episodes of “More Very Delta” subscribe to Mom Plus Gold at mompodcasts.plus 🎤 Please note: The full audio episode will continue to be released every Monday for your listening pleasure.🚨We’re excited to bring you a mix of fresh new content and beloved throwbacks for your WEEKLY entertainment! 🐠🐟 NOW LET’S FRY THE SMALL FISH 🐟🐠"". Instagram. Retrieved 26 March 2025.
- ^ Lamour, Joseph (29 June 2024). "I can't get enough of this drag queen's strong food opinions". Today. Retrieved 13 August 2024.
- ^ "Delta Work: Local Radio/Podcast Personality - Orange County". Best of the Southland. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
- ^ "Delta Work: Local Radio/Podcast Personality (South Bay)". Best of the Southland. Retrieved 30 July 2023.
- ^ "Delta Work: Local Radio/Podcast Personality (Westside)". Best of the Southland. Retrieved 30 July 2023.
- ^ "Best Local Radio/Podcast Personality - Best of the Best". Best of the Southland. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ "@Queerty: "The #Queerties are here! Congrats to @verydeltapod , nominee for PODCAST OF THE YEAR. Vote for all your #LGBTQ+ favorites once a day until voting closes on February 22nd! 🏳️🌈🏆🍿"". Twitter. Retrieved 24 January 2024.
- ^ "Podcast Winners". The Queerties. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ^ "@verydelta: "#VeryDelta is nominated in the category of Best Podcast at the 2024 QueerX Awards -- what an honor!". Instagram. Retrieved 6 February 2025.
- ^ "Groundbreaking LGBTQ+ Icons Shine at the 2024 QueerX Awards Celebrating Unmatched Visibility and Innovation". QueerX. Retrieved 6 February 2025.
- ^ Von Furstenberg, Miu & Fitzg, Christine (February 2025). "Quick Drag: The Queerties Nominations Are Here". Socialite Life. Retrieved 6 February 2025.
- ^ Filipski, Drew (March 12, 2025). "PHOTOS: All the winners & gag-worthy moments from the 2025 Queerties Awards". Queerty