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Buster's Beat: Most Daring with Jess Almeida
Welcome back to another episode of Buster’s Beat! 💥 This time, Buster sits down with longtime friend Jess Almeda—aka Suds of Boston Roller Derby—for a chaotic, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation about identity, community, and finding your lane (even if it’s on wheels).
Jess shares how they got into roller derby, what it’s like being part of a queer, gender-expansive sports community, and how the league operates as a fully DIY, nonprofit powerhouse. From snapping an ankle in their very first scrimmage to becoming a team captain, this episode dives into resilience, growth, and the beauty of chosen family.
In this episode:
How roller derby actually works (flat track vs. banked track 👀)
The queer, inclusive culture of Boston Roller Derby
Stage names, alter egos, and living between identities
Music, performance, and creative crossover with bands like Your Friends in Hell
Somerville nostalgia, weird collectibles, and naming your car (yes, really)
Whether you're derby-curious, part of the drag/burlesque world, or just here for the vibes, this episode is full of laughs, heart, and local chaos energy.
🎧 Tap in, follow along, and support your local creatives + athletes!
🎙 Guest: Jess Almeida (Suds)
Boston Roller Derby
🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc!
🔊 Follow On Instagram: @pantsbuster | @suddenlyseymour923 | @peabody_tv
🎧 Stream Buster’s Beat on all major platforms
🎥 Produced by Peabody TV in Peabody, MA
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By Buster PantsWelcome back to another episode of Buster’s Beat! 💥 This time, Buster sits down with longtime friend Jess Almeda—aka Suds of Boston Roller Derby—for a chaotic, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation about identity, community, and finding your lane (even if it’s on wheels).
Jess shares how they got into roller derby, what it’s like being part of a queer, gender-expansive sports community, and how the league operates as a fully DIY, nonprofit powerhouse. From snapping an ankle in their very first scrimmage to becoming a team captain, this episode dives into resilience, growth, and the beauty of chosen family.
In this episode:
How roller derby actually works (flat track vs. banked track 👀)
The queer, inclusive culture of Boston Roller Derby
Stage names, alter egos, and living between identities
Music, performance, and creative crossover with bands like Your Friends in Hell
Somerville nostalgia, weird collectibles, and naming your car (yes, really)
Whether you're derby-curious, part of the drag/burlesque world, or just here for the vibes, this episode is full of laughs, heart, and local chaos energy.
🎧 Tap in, follow along, and support your local creatives + athletes!
🎙 Guest: Jess Almeida (Suds)
Boston Roller Derby
🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc!
🔊 Follow On Instagram: @pantsbuster | @suddenlyseymour923 | @peabody_tv
🎧 Stream Buster’s Beat on all major platforms
🎥 Produced by Peabody TV in Peabody, MA