Buster's Beat

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).

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In this chilling and hilarious installment of Buster’s Beat, host @pantsbuster welcomes Kelly Kapow (@missscareall / @triviatimebitch), Salem’s own horror queen, haunter, and trivia host. Together they trace Kelly’s journey from spooky childhood obsessions and Freddy Krueger fanfiction to becoming a seasoned pro in the haunt industry, crafting grotesque and unforgettable characters that defy expectations of who gets to be scary.

The episode dives into horror as both art and identity — from Halloween memories and queer awakenings to the enduring camp and terror of slashers, thrillers, and cult classics. Along the way, Buster and Kelly swap stories of shadowcast performances, debate the best gore vs. psychological horror, and laugh about the anxieties (and joys) of trivia showdowns.

Final Girl is a love letter to horror, queerness, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up when the credits roll.

🎙️ In this episode of Buster’s Beat, your favorite toxic boyfriend Buster Pants sits down with longtime friend and fellow queer creative Asher Isaac — lead singer of Bella’s Bartok and self-proclaimed sad bastard cowboy musician.

They dive into:

If you’ve ever felt like the only queer at the campsite or wanted to scream into the void with glitter and purpose — this one’s for you.

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On this episode of Buster’s Beat, Buster Pants is joined by Alexa Stamison of Rex Wraps — musician, small business owner, and rock vendor extraordinaire 💎🎸

In this episode of Buster’s Beat, Buster sits down with longtime friend Cass — a multi-talented, non-binary tattoo artist, illustrator, and full-time cat rescuer based in Salem, MA. What starts as a casual catch-up spirals into a wonderfully chaotic deep-dive on art, anxiety, ADHD, queer identity, and—yes—a tattoo of someone’s mom as a hot dog. 🌭

Together they talk about:

Whether you're into tattoos, animals, or authentic conversations about queer life and community care — this episode is for you. It's heartfelt, hilarious, and filled with the kind of weird that makes life beautiful.

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Buster’s Beat: Episode 13 – Back To The Scum Circuit 💚👑

The kings are back in town, and we’re diving headfirst into the chaos 💥

In this special reunion episode, Buster Pants is joined by the incomparable drag king, burlesque performer, and certified witchy babe, Dick Kayin, for a spicy, smart, and wildly unfiltered conversation.

🔥 Topics include:

The radical roots of drag and burlesque

- Venus in Fury and what “feminine rage” really means

- The weird straightification of the Village People

- Drag race discourse & whether kings even should be on TV

- Community infighting, gatekeeping, and reclaiming queer unity

- Aging in queer nightlife

This episode is a love letter to the scum circuit: the DIY, punk rock, community-centered queer scene that raised us — and the one we’re fighting to preserve.

✨ Drag is political. Rage is sacred. And queer joy is resistance. ✨

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Welcome back to Buster’s Beat ! 💚👑✨

In this episode, your favorite toxic local drag king, Buster Pants, sits down with the incredibly hilarious and delightful Boston-based comedian, Viv Martin! Viv shares their journey into stand-up, their experience producing shows with Men in Comedy (a show that, ironically, does not feature men), and the joys of hosting comedy shows in unconventional venues—mattress stores, boats, and toy shops included!

Buster and Viv also dive into deep and unhinged conversations about drag aesthetics, non-binary identities, queer comedy, chaotic romance novels, and, of course, the universal struggle of finding the perfect Crocs. Plus, Viv dishes on their journey from Indiana to Boston and what it’s like getting their PhD at Harvard (yes, you read that right).

Get ready for laughs, spicy takes, and maybe a little existential crisis along the way. Hit that LIKE and SUBSCRIBE button, and don’t forget to leave a comment about your favorite unconventional comedy venue!

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In this episode, your favorite toxic boyfriend, Buster Pants, is joined by none other than the ultimate goth baddie, Lydia! 💀🖤

Get ready for a chaotic and hilarious ride as Buster and Lydia dive into everything from queer origin stories and horror movies to the nostalgia of 2000s internet culture. They discuss Salem’s underground goth scene, their love for bad (but actually good) movies, and Lydia’s exciting upcoming project—Wretched Reels, a new horror host series inspired by legends like Elvira and Svengoolie! 🎬👀

👻 Topics include:

✨ The magic of practical effects in ‘80s horror

🎭 Lydia’s past as a musical theater kid (shocking, we know!)

🕹️ How video games helped Lydia find their true identity

🕰️ Nostalgia trips through old-school TV, film, and internet weirdness

💀 The legacy of horror hosts and why Salem needs one

And of course, it wouldn’t be Buster’s Beat without some ridiculous tangents, celebrity death match nostalgia, and deep-cut American Dad references.

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🎙️ Buster's Beat: Pretty Woman Featuring Geya Jenda 🎙️

In this episode, local North Shore drag king and your favorite toxic boyfriend, Buster Pants, sits down with the fabulous Geya Jenda to talk about their drag journey, queer identity, and how they’re strengthening the community one performance at a time! 🌈✨

Geya Jenda shares their inspiring non-binary awakening, how they debuted as a drag artist at Pride on the Promenade, and why the Salem drag scene is unlike any other. Plus, hear about their upcoming podcast with NAGLY (North Shore Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth) and their hilarious and heartwarming story of finding love at an auction. 🏳️‍🌈💖

📌 Highlights:

Drag debut secrets and community love 💃

Non-binary awakening and the beauty of queer identities 🌟

The importance of community in uncertain times 🤝

A deep dive into nerdy joys like Avatar: The Last Airbender and Bob’s Burgers 🍔

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