Huge episode this week, boys and girls! It's so jam-packed with Swishy goodness, you might have to listen in pieces. But beware! First up, Scott & Steve chat about the hot topics of the week, including, Mariah Carrey joining American Idol; the homophobic Chik-fil-A and Boy Scouts of America; the douche that is Mike Huckabee; why private companies shouldn't have to cater to the gays if they don't want to; actor Stephen Moyer wants more gay sex for his character on True Blood; funny man Fred Willard needs to get the internet (it's for porn, you know?); Scott is joining Justin Luke's new JustinPlusSix.com blog; and, Edina and Patsy are back with an Olympics special on the BBC America.
Then, Scott chats with YouTube phenom Charlie Hides, direct from his London home. This very talented performer has entertained audiences throughout the United States and Europe for decades and has recently made a big splash with his creative music video parodies and skits featuring the best of his original characters as well as spot-on impressions of the likes of Cher, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Adele, and many more. Find out how he does everything from wigs to costumes to filming to editing it all himself. And why he and his partner are packing up and headed to the south of France instead of dealing with the mess that will be London during the Olympics. Plus, hear what Cher thinks of his signature, "Whoooooo?" catch phrase. We have Charlie's newest song parody of Madonna's "Turn Up The Radio" (You can also see the video at the bottom of this page). Charlie's chat kicks in at the 28:58 mark in the episode.
Then, Scott & Steve recount their crazy weekend in Asbury Park, New Jersey. They were there for some of the SandBlast parties and they were thrilled to run into their old friends Cole & Hunter from the Maverick Men (link not safe for work!) as well as their very own gay-on-the-ground in New York City, Justin Luke! The boys sat at the Langosta Lounge right on the boardwalk and chatted about their world-wind tour of the world. They're on the road constantly filming videos and traveling to Pride events, parties, and every now and then enjoying a much needed vacation. Their tales include a hotel ghost story, their signature jockstraps, how they saved a JetBlue flight with the heroics, the anti-climatic World Pride, their new DVD collection, Cole's new book, and much more. WARNING, guys, this chat with Cole & Hunter is NOT SAFE FOR WORK and may not be appropriate for all audiences. These x-rated dirty boys hold nothing back. May the listener beware! Our chat with Cole & Hunter kicks in at the 55:20 mark.
After that, we run into Justin Luke and talk about all things SandBlast and he tells us a bit more about his new blog which just launched this week. Justin's mini-segment is at the 1:25:15 mark. And finally...we get around to our favorite gay manners expert, Steven Petrow, who returns for his July visit to the Swish Edition. Scott and Steven talk about whether to not to confront rude, homophobic patrons in a restaurant; what etiquette says about how to address lesbian couples in a formal way (Mrs. & Mrs., anyone?); tips for lonely young people; and, what happens when a guy wants to stay friends with an ex-boyfriend but his new partner says, "no!" We love our monthly visit from Steven Petrow! His segment starts at the 1:36:00 mark.