Season 6 of WEBurlesque the Podcast featured thirty episodes. It premiered on March 21, 2022 and came to a close on October 24, 2022.
Touchtones:
- Time Between Season 5 and 6: One hundred fifty-four Days
- Total Releases: 30
- Season premiere guest: Mae Lust (#151)
- Season finale guest: Ashleeta (#180)
- Most Represented State: California
- Non-US Places Represented: Montreal, Newfoundland, Finland
- Longest single episode: 1 hour, 56 minutes (Gigi Praline, #171)
Episodes:
S6E180 Peek-A-Boo! with Ashleeta (Season 6 Finale)
L.A.’s Ashleeta is a captivating pin-up, burlesque entertainer, and entrepreneur launching her new horror-themed sexy magazine PEEK-A-BOO! She and Viktor discuss the process to get the magazine produced, her dedication to Halloween in the face of the pandemic, and the complicated ethics of horror consumption. (this conversation was recorded 10/22/2022) Listen to this episode: —…
S6E179: Powerful Absurdity w/ Remy Dee
Remy Dee has been playing professional dress-up as iconic characters from Captain Hook to Pee Wee Herman to Chucky all over the country, centralized in New Orleans and now Nashville, TN. This magical weirdo talks the process, from deciding which characters she wishes to portray in cosplay and nerdlesque, and hoow; plus, what is the…
S6E178: Very Strange w/ Penny Slayne
A monstrous talent and spooky babe all around, Penny Slayne is a member of Fort Smith, Arkansas’ spooky family True Grit & Grind Burlesque. Penny and Viktor Devonne talk about her emphasis on the dark and gothic burlesque stylings, horror movie leanings, creating looks, the complications of true crime in media, and performing Darling Nikki…
S6E177: Like A Person w/ Xena Zeit-Geist
One of the great shapeshifters of New Orleans, scream queer extraordinaire Xena Zeit-Geist joins Viktor Devonne to discuss their passion for the macabre, on stage and screen–and off. Topics today include beloved horror icons, gender expression (going from ‘creepy lady to old man’ and beyond); costume as armor, and producing the Society of Sin before…
S6E176: Kiki Mustang in the Land of No Pants
Kiki discusses her storyline in burlesque, its relationship to her Latine heritage, her friendship with burlesque legend Gina BonBon, what inspires her, queer identity, the shocking truth behind her stagename + she and Viktor swap stories about living in New Jersey, pizza and diners, and their personal stories [content warning for timestamps 16:30-34:30] of September…
S6E175: Miss Spent Youth Wastes No Time
Miss Spent Youth is a glamorous vixen in Los Angeles County, performing with Babylon Cabaret, a sing and strip revue. A model, and dancer, and a breathy talker-in-rhythm… doer, Miss Spent Youth–a mentoree of Hollywood’s Lili VonSchtupp–has charmed audiences for seven years. She has taken on the exciting new task as producer of The Hollywood…
S6E174: A Splash of Coco Rose
Atlana-by-way-of-Memphis Coco Rosé chats with Viktor Devonne about her work in burlesque as a Black queer woman for the past six years, from frustrations in the scene to joy in the art form. Cute, funny, and quirky or the sultry slow burn seductress, this 4’11 glamazon continues to command the stage on her own terms.…
S6E173: The New Chapter of Tutu Toussaint
Brilliant dancer Tutu Toussaint is also a healer and herbalist now living in Chicago. Closing a chapter in New York City after a whirlwind success as member of Perle Noire’s Gems (including winning Best Group at the Burlesque Hall of Fame). As a spiritual herbal teacher, Tutu continues to incorporate movement and sensuality in her work,…
S6E172: Jacqueline Boxx– This Is My Throne
The extraordinary Jacqueline Boxx has been dazzling stages with her brand of Miss Disa-burly-TEASE– being recognized as one of the most visible disabled burlesque stars in North America. A talent refusing to be novelty or tokenized, Jacqueline talks to Viktor Devonne about burlesque, before and after That Moment that changed her forever, competing for the…
S6E171: Kippis with Gigi Praline
Viktor’s new fabulous friend, Gigi Praline dials in from Finland to discuss her evolution in the European burlesque scene, from their punk roots to apprenticeship with Bettie Blackheart, style and inspiration, to plans in the future; all whilst maintaining a career in academia! [[ SPECIAL SPONSOR: NEOBURLESQUEDECK.COM — The Neo Burlesque Deck is a unique poker sized…
S6E170: Warrior At Birth w/ Dahlia Kash
Dahlia Kash, the Mocha Mae West, is a burlesque artist currently living in Olympia, Washington and working on Portland, Oregon. Known for her formative work in the iconic Rubenesque Burlesque, Dahlia has also performed in Sacramento, Seattle, and San Francisco, amongst other locales, whilst highlighting her Boricua ancestry and powerhouse sense of self. Dahlia may…
S6E169: The Pen Is Mightier with Jim Silvestri, writer for Thotyssey
Jim Silvestri created Thotyssey, a New York City gay entertainment writer and venue spotlight columinist. Whether putting together the coveted yearly Thot List or interviewing bartenders, drag performers, burlesque artists, and other nightlife staples, Jim has become one of the greatest assets to promotion in the tristate area. For his efforts, he has won multiple…
S6E168: A Lovely Green Room Experience w/ Mx. Pucks A’Plenty
Mx. Pucks A’Plenty is a Seattle-area entertainer, producer of What the Funk?! festival, talks to Viktor Devonne about performance, inspiration, dominance, getting paid, acts of oppressed pettiness, and the age-old community vs. scene vs. industry conundrum. [rec: July 26, 2022] https://www.mxpucksaplenty.comhttps://www.facebook.com/puckductionIG: @pucksaplenty @puckductionMore Pucks: https://linktr.ee/Mx.PucksAPlenty [[ SPECIAL SPONSOR: NEOBURLESQUEDECK.COM — The Neo Burlesque Deck is a unique…
S6E167: Valdez, Mister Valdez
Mr. Valdez of Peaks and Pasties and the Brotherhood of Burlesque is a stylish boylesquer out of Colorado Springs. We discuss all things including: covid, inspiration, the trappings of masculinity, what happens when the music stops playing, and starting out in a banana suit. [rec: July 5, 2022] Mr. Valdez on IG and TikTok: @IAmMrValdezMr Valdez…
S6E166: Our Forecast Today is Mimi Hurricane
Atlanta’s Mimi Hurricane tells us of her recent move from New York City and newly exploring burlesque show production. From her Napoleon Dynamite debut in 2019 to horror-influenced striptease, Mimi shares her storm stories. [rec: July 6, 2022] Mimi Hurricane on IG: @xoxodnt_productions @mimihurricaneMimi on WEBurlesque: https://weburlesque.wordpress.com/?s=mimi+hurricaneMore Mimi: https://linktr.ee/mimihurricane [[ SPECIAL SPONSOR: NEOBURLESQUEDECK.COM — The Neo Burlesque Deck is…
S6E165: On Loop with Sweaty Eddie
Extraordinary visual artist Sweaty Eddie makes the move to audio for this chat w/ Viktor Devonne. We go in on his fascination with the odd and unusual, whether it’s short video, gif, or live performance with his troupe The Cakeboys. We further explore flamboyant masculinity, theatricality, feeling too short to be trans, trans men on…
S6E164: Into the Vita DeVoid
One of the supreme forces behind Los Angles burlesque, sideshow, and cosplay is Vita DeVoid who gives us a glimpse behind the grasepaint and feathers to discuss the origins and futures of such a denizen. Escaping smalltown Florida, Vita would shock and amaze as a chameleon, insisting on being the deserved center of attention, garnering…
S6E163: Out to Stud w/ Milo Pony
Released: June 27, 2022Recorded: April 19, 2022 running time: 62 minutes Versatile talent Milo Pony gained recognition through his production Members Only, with notable shows in New York City and multiple award nominations and wins. From their start in Broadway Bares to shaking it at sold out regional shows, the gorgeous showman Milo reflects on…
#162: Nautically Naked w/ Newfound Lad
Released: June 20, 2022Recorded: March 17, 2022 running time: 61 minutes Newfound Lad joins Viktor Devonne to talk about the wilds of Canada and its influence on their performance style. Lad is a stylish burlesque/boylesque dancer, which toes and legs dipped in the drag scene, as both a soloist and participant in the illustrious BoylesqueTO. …
#161: Here Lies the Bodice of Mary Widow
Released: May 30, 2022Recorded: April 6, 2022 1 hour, 7 minutes Co-creator of Boston’s seminal Black Cat Burlesque Mary Widow has made brilliant waves in Massachusetts as a singer, dancer, actor, and writer in burlesque and the theatre. You may hear her voice as part of Walter Sickert and the Army of the Broken Toys,…
#160: Enthusiastic Wonder w/ Baron Atomy
Released: May 23 2022Recorded: March 4, 2022 62 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “Oh this thing could really, really injure me,” muses Baron Atomy regarding his formative delight in professional fireplay, “I have to be completely in the moment and focused. It was wonderful.” They would eventually combine their love for the flame with…
#159: Fresh Feathers w/ Antonio Amor
Released: May 16, 2022Recorded: March 7, 2022 1 hour, 10 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “There was something so fascinating about the art of the art of the striptease that was so special,” said Antonio Amor, “What I always admired in drag was the grand reveals, the reveals that shocked you… And burlesque gave…
#158: Juicy D. Light Will Not Bite Her Tongue
Released: May 9, 2022Recorded: March 16, 2022 1 hour listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “I wanted to dance, but I didn’t want to do it alone,” says Juicy D. Light on her first set of shows. The mighty talent from the Bay Area in California talks about her tenure in Oakland burlesque (and beyond) through…
#157: Behind the Rhinestoned Mask w/ Ellie Quinn
Released: May 2, 2022Recorded: March 1, 2022 1 hour, 35 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube Ellie Quinn is one of the great nerdlesque stars in the United States, based in Richmond, VA. Praised for hilarious horror-themed burlesque acts during her several years in the scene, and well known for her affinity for the ooky…
#156: Regrounding with Lune Noirr
Released: April 25, 2022Recorded: March 3, 2022 1 hour, 19 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “I think these two years and being in lockdown, you start to see people for who they are, and the secrets start coming out; the facades start to melt away,” as per Lune Noirr, during this scintillating and candid…
155. Gabe Gabriel and The Circus of the Divine
Released: April 18, 2022Recorded: March 2, 2022 1 hour, 19 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube 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…
154. Shelly Watson Sings Out
Released: April 11, 2022Recorded: February 22, 2022 2 hours, 5 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube 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…
153. Showing What’s Possible w/ Foxy Lexxi Brown
Released: April 4, 2022Recorded: February 24, 2022 1 hour, 13 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “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…
152. Seedy Edie as The Ingenue and the Villain
Released: March 28, 2022Recorded: February 17, 2022 1 hour, 26 minutes listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube “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…
151. Mae Lust and the Ritual of Vulnerability (season 6 premiere)
Released: March 21, 2022Recorded: February 8, 2022 listen Amazon PodcastsApple PodcastsAudibleGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioLibsynSoundCloudSpotifyStitcherYouTube Mae Lust is a producer of Lusty 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…
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