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Sparkle, Neely, Sparkle! In celebration of their brand-new season, Peaches and Michael are taking a deep dive into 1967’s VALLEY OF THE DOLLS! In addition to discussing how this adaptation of Jacqueline Susann’s sordid novel captured queer imaginations, our hosts delve into the story's searing exposé of showbiz! Joining the conversation is legendary film programmer Mark Valen, who discusses his longtime love of this movie that he was willing to break the rules to see! Then, galactic drag icon Miss X stops by to talk about her time portraying Helen Lawson on stage in DOLLS! From nudies in Paris to Gillian girls, this episode has it all!
By Peaches Christ & Michael Varrati5
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Sparkle, Neely, Sparkle! In celebration of their brand-new season, Peaches and Michael are taking a deep dive into 1967’s VALLEY OF THE DOLLS! In addition to discussing how this adaptation of Jacqueline Susann’s sordid novel captured queer imaginations, our hosts delve into the story's searing exposé of showbiz! Joining the conversation is legendary film programmer Mark Valen, who discusses his longtime love of this movie that he was willing to break the rules to see! Then, galactic drag icon Miss X stops by to talk about her time portraying Helen Lawson on stage in DOLLS! From nudies in Paris to Gillian girls, this episode has it all!

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