Loose Lips & LipStick

Get your reading glasses ready, gorgeous, because this week on Loose Lips and Lipstick, school is officially in session! We are cracking open the Dragtionary to break down your favorite drag and queer slang. From the ballroom roots to the mainstream stage, we’re diving into the true origins of these iconic words and honey, we’re serving a heavy dose of public service by telling y'all exactly w...

Listen up, icons! This week, Vanity and Kennedy Ann are diving into the heavy reality of the anti-LGBTQIA+ bills sweeping Tennessee and the country. We’re sharing our raw thoughts on these targeted attacks and how they directly impact our lives, stages, and local friends. It’s an honest look at resilience and why they can pass a law, but they can never ban our spirit. Next, we lift up this week’s...

Theydies and Gentlethems….To close out Pride Month with a bang, this week on Loose Lips and Lipstick we are joined by the incredible Tracey Ottomey (aka David Williams) for an unforgettable episode. We’re diving deep into a celebration of our favorite gay icons, discussing why our community needs these trailblazers and the profound impact they have on us all. Then, we put David in the hot seat for...

Listen up, theydes and gentlethems! Grab your favorite orthopedic inserts and pour something heavily comforting, because this week, Vanity and Kennedy Ann are kicking off our six-inch stilettos to go deep into the ultimate nightlife taboo: when is it officially time to hang up the heels? We are pulling back the lace-fronts to tackle the heavy mental and physical toll of the grind, asking the milli...

Listen up, icons, entities, and everyone in between! Pour yourself something strong, because this week on Loose Lips and Lipstick, we are drag-racing straight into the heart of Tinseltown to deconstruct how mainstream media funds, casts, and frequently misinterprets queer life and drag culture. Is Hollywood truly our biggest ally, or are they just stealing our aesthetics for a quick corporate cash...

Happy Pride Month, Y’all! Grab your fans and get ready to clack, because this week on Loose Lips and Lipstick, the lips are looser than ever and the lipstick is smudge-proof for a high-energy, emotional ride. We are painting the town every color of the rainbow as we dive deep into the true heartbeat of the community, taking a trip down memory lane to honor the historic roots of Pride and the incre...

This week on Loose Lips and Lipstick, things are getting a little chilly as we dive headfirst into the delicate art of Shade. When does a playful read among sisters cross the line into a malicious drag? We break down the unspoken rules of dressing room banter, how queens joke without fracturing friendships, and exactly when to zip your lips. We bring the DRAMA…. Plus, we are shining our Showgirl S...

In this episode, Vanity and Kennedy Ann dive deep into the messy, beautiful, and often hilarious intersection of family dynamics and drag. It’s one thing to come out as queer, but it’s an entirely different production to explain to your family why there’s a sparkling gown and a chest plate in the background of your FaceTime call. The hosts explore the "second coming out," breaking down t...

Is every style of drag valid? Absolutely. Is every style of drag bookable for a Saturday night show? Well, that’s where the tea gets hot. In this episode of Loose Lips and Lipstick, Vanity and Kennedy Ann are breaking down the vast, glittering landscape of the drag industry—from the polished floorboards of the pageant circuit to the grimy, glorious basements of club kid horror. The hosts dive into...

Buckle up, buttercups, because this week we are dragging ourselves through the trenches! In an industry that looks all glitz and glitter, we’re peeling back the lace front to reveal the gritty, sticky, and downright hazardous reality of the "Nightmare Gig." From the "Ceiling Fan of Death" (RIP to many a 10-inch wig) to performing for a room full of empty chairs and one very con...

This week on Loose Lips and Lipstick, we are opening up the heart of the matter. Drag is a full-time job, a full-body transformation, and a major time commitment—so how do we make room for romance? We’re exploring the unique dynamics of dating as a performer and what it takes to keep the spark alive when the wig comes off. We’re tackling the big questions about love and the limelight: The Confiden...

n this episode of Loose Lips and Lipstick, we’re pulling back the curtain on the "Drag Race Effect." As working drag performers, we’re diving deep into the grit, the glitter, and the gap between what you see on your screen and what actually happens on the bar st Discussing the pressure to have "runway-ready" looks on a dive-bar budget. Our honest views on how reality TV has bot...

Episode 1: "who is she? " – Meet the Hosts In the electric premiere of the Loose Lips and Lipstick podcast, the studio becomes a haven of high-glam energy as Vanity and Kennedy Ann officially claim their thrones behind the microphones. This episode serves as an intimate "get-to-know-us" session, stripping back the layers of tulle and glitter to introduce the minds behind the pe...