WEBurlesque Podcast Network

Come One, Come All! "I am just a fan of watching everyone use their bodies [and] seeing people love themselves," says Gabe Gabriel, the shining star from Minneapolis. He gets super candid with tales of queer circus, running to and from New York City, drug addiction and recovery, and life before and after(?) Covid whilst celebrating the beauty in grotesque. Classically trained and now a professiona...

"You don't want a gig, you want a career. And what does that mean to you?" poses Shelly Watson, triple threat in multiple threes, in Arkansas via New York via Southern California. This cabaret singer / burlesaque superstar knows everything from jazz to opera, and has showcased her multitudes of talent for nearly 20 years from dive bars to legendary theaters. She recently completed more than 150 di...

New Orleans producer and performer Dick Jones returns to WEBurlesque to chat out the music selections that have informed their work, style, and offstage life. Expect to catch feelings. You may listen to this playlist featuring Bob Dylan, Regina Spektor, Rilo Kiley, Alanis Morissette, Bright Eyes, and more at at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1tVSIBmczcwhNswDWQh3fn?si=48f50584442344e0   WEBurles...

"Performing onstage is a conversation with the public," says extraordinary entertainer Foxy Lexxi Brown. Lexxi lives in Montreal, Canada, and is the conqueror hearts internationally from her Miss Viva Las Vegas win in 2018, multiple Hollywood Burlesque superlatives, and more in Arizona and New Orleans.  She and Viktor Devonne talk her start in burlesque--inspired by Roxi D'lite and Perle Noire amo...

"The titty show is deep, Viktor," says Seedy Edie with a knowing smirk. This delightful creature of burlesque stages is a Vancouver native who found a home of blood and glamour in New York City during some of its most interesting times. From depicting Bettie Page on the Coney Island stage, dazzling at burlesque festivals and regional shows, crafting her art from the best of her theatrical training...

Boston's (by way of NYC by way of Grand Rapids) Lucky Charming tells stories about the songs that make him up, from his slut soundtrack, to favorite concerts, depression, gogo picks, and of course, the boy bands in his heart. You may listen to this playlist featuring Mika, Scissor Sisters, Backstreet Boys, Santigold, Linkin Park, and more at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qlXTxb0KayyR2orx95eVu...

Battles and Strippers Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreement with Egypt Blaque Knyle.  All rights reserved to Egypt Blaque Knyle. Venmo: @EgyptBlaqueKnyl...

Mae Lust is a producer of Lust Kitten in the Los Angeles area of California.  A Portland, OR native, Mae headed to Southern California for film and theatre school. Inspired by the local scene including Monday Night Tease and Lili VonSchtupp, Mae took on her own feathers and rhinestones in 2010.  A magic caster, member of the kink scene, and sexy goofball, Mae Lust charms and delights in the season...

Checking in about my Medical Exams Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreement with Egypt Blaque Knyle.  All rights reserved to Egypt Blaque Knyle. Venmo: @Eg...

The extraordinary Lottie Ellington is a burlesque entertainer from Detroit, MI. She plays her deep cuts and classic jams from the pivotal points in her life, from depression to victory, to reminders to self to encouragement for all. You may listen to this playlist featuring Fiona Apple, Kendrick Lamar, Solange, Outkast, Prince, and Dave Matthews Band, at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/16z52GGlZ...

WEBurlesque: SHOWcase ep. 2 feat. Artemisia LeFay and GHOSTS OF WEIMAR PAST Viktor Devonne sits with chanteuse-producer Artmesia LeFay to discuss the next incarnation of her original 4-person show Ghosts of Weimar Past, echoing the queer Berlin cabarets of the 1920s. This production features the Orchestra of the Depraved: Mary Spencer Knapp on accordion, Hannah Mount on piano, and Tiffany Weiss on...

Whether you know her as Regina Stargazer, Cream Victoria, Virus the Clown, Jayson Mustachio, or that weirdo that is doing the weirdo shit, this entertainer has been thrilling and captivating for nigh on 16 years with White Elephant Burlesque.  A jack of several trades, from the creepy to the seductive, we've long wondered what... exactly made her that way.  We get a glimpse behind the curtain with...

WEBurlesque: SHOWcase ep. 1 feat. Cherry Valentine and THE EVIL AMONG US Viktor Devonne sits with first-time virtual producer Cherry Valentine to discuss her foray into high concept digital burlesque.  Cherry takes the roles of star, writer, and director of The Evil Among Us, premiering on March 6, 2022. This  original burlesque fairytale short film also features Betty Brash, Lady Slay, Curly Brig...

Sharing my medical situation and my issues with Kaiser. Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreement with Egypt Blaque Knyle.  All rights reserved to Egypt Bla...

Today I went live just so you can see I am doing OK. Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreement with Egypt Blaque Knyle.  All rights reserved to Egypt Blaque...

Today features the beautiful @zyraleevanity Discussing contracts, BLM trends and competitions Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreement with Egypt Blaque Kn...

School Bullying This podcast has many emotions and cursing. Today I had the honor of speaking to parents and friends. Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at  https://www.instagram.com/goddessegyptblaqueknyle  Tuesday 9AM Pacific Time. This conversation is being released exactly as originally broadcast thru agreem...

The talented writer, visual artist, and dancer Miss AuroraBoobRealis shares the music from her mosh pit past, waitressing for Ani DiFranco in the 90s, the goth club, sexual awakenings with the Purple One, and breaking down problematic past faves. You may listen to this playlist featuring Arrested Development, Prince, The Cure, Meshell Ndegeocello, 24-7 Spyz, and more at:  https://open.spotify.com/...

A special additional episode of MOVIES T HAT MADE WE (Ooky Spooky) features underrepresented choices (in this series, anyway) including bisexual favorite The Mummy (1999), hidden gem Cat People (1942), high school perennial Carrie (1976), famously doomed sequel Poltergeist 3 (1988), animated anthology Simpsons Halloween Special, Treehouse of Horror; and the ultimate infamous video nasty A Serbian...

The beautiful goofball Grandmafun discusses her formative music soundtrack, from hyperromanticism, her move to NOLA, surviving Hurricane Ida, and singing too loudly for her dog. You may listen to this playlist featuring Smashing Pumpkins, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Reel Big Fish, Miles Davis, and Erykah Badu, and more at:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5mxOjyhBacWZkPgDlbQzPv?si=b23fd0acd38d4b21 This is...

WE's still got some creeps and crawlies with episode 5 of MOVIES T HAT MADE WE (Ooky Spooky) featuring Mia the MVP (NYC) and Holly Ween (NJ), two masquerade enthusiasts who talk their favorite demonic possessions, space aliens, cults, inept vamps, and evil children.  Put on another cauldron. WARNING: HERE BE SPOILERS. Film discussion includes Alien, The Innocents, What We Do In the Shadows, Rosema...

Today we discussed Call Outs, Bigger Stages for Black and Brown Performers. We discussed being Legendary. Also, spoke on Learning to excuse yourself to Powder your nose. A great lesson I was taught from my Burlesque Mother the Legendary  @theperlenoire  . Background is from  @burlesquedeck . Guests @4022brandon @simonedelmar @__manyshadesofbaambii__

The newly crowned Miss Coney Island 2022 is our guest for the Music That Made WE, and discuss the songs that paved the way.  An accomplished entertainer already, with a weekly show in NYC, Miss Frankie Eleanor explores her inspirations, passions, and soundtracks to her life. You may listen to this playlist featuring Selena, Erasure, A Perfect Circle, Nirvana, and Carole King, and more at:  https:/...

More frights galore in store in episode 4 of  MOVIES THAT MADE WE (Ooky Spooky) featuring Amoxie Villain (Pittsburgh) and Desiree de Sade (NYC), diabolical burlesque devils waxing poetic on witches, well dressed vampires, slashers, and an always game Eartha Kitt this a double feature Alfred Hitchcock wouldn't let you come in late for. WARNING: HERE BE SPOILERS. Film discussion includes Bram Stoker...

Today was one ole discussion with @misty_rose11th and @tru2u_promotions We talked about the importance of research and building the exotic communities in Burlesque and in the Strip Clubs. We talked about Promotions. We talked shit and loved each other all at the same time. Check in with Egypt: Tuesdays on Instagram, and mirrored on the WEBurlesque Podcast Network.  Catch the conversation live at ...