Don’t Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! 

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In this week’s episode, Gemma sits down with Sterling “TrapKing” Davis – a  rapper turned community cat advocate and founder of TrapKing Humane Cat Solutions. Sterling shares how he went from life on the road to trapping, neutering, and returning cats around the world, and why he believes you don’t lose cool points for compassion. He breaks down what TNR really is and how his #SameTeam and One United Paw philosophy is changing the way rescuers work together.

📖 Resources & Links:

• Learn more about TrapKing Humane Cat Solutions: trapkinghumane.org
• Support TrapKing’s rescue work: Patreon – TrapKing Humane Cat Solutions

🛒 Gemma’s Episode-Inspired Picks:

• Cat Clicker Training Set – simple clickers to start trick training and build confidence with your cats
• TrapKing's One United Paw Tee

🐾 Connect with Sterling “TrapKing” Davis:

• Instagram: @the_original_trapking
• TikTok: @the_original_trapking

💌 Connect with Us:

• Follow us on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
• Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
• Email: [email protected]

⭐ Subscribe & Review:

Follow Tails & Tassels on your favorite podcast app and don’t forget to leave a rating and review – it truly helps our little indie, cat-loving corner of the podcast world grow. 💖

Gemma’s cat-themed variety show, Catbaret, is back with a brand new theme: A Cat Lady Purr-ty!

Happening March 5th at Caveat in NYC, this show brings together comedy, burlesque, music, and all things feline. It’s the ultimate night out for cat lovers!

🎟️ Snag your tickets before they sell out: CatbaretShow.com

Support the show

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! 

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In this week’s episode, Gemma sits down with Fortune Cookie—a NYC burlesque performer, acrobat and producer of Books & Burlesque, the literary-meets-burly show celebrating underrepresented authors and stellar performers. Fortune shares how Chinese dance and circus arts fuel her storytelling onstage, why a little improvisation goes a long way, and how she builds joyful community through art.

Plus, meet her ragdoll duo Donut and Koffee—gym mascot, stroller pros and occasional “assistants” to her costume-making adventures.

📖Resources & Links:
Follow Fortune Cookie: @fortunecookie_burlesque
Tickets to Books & Burlesque at Caveat NYC
Workout with Fortune: Cosmic Fit Club  

💌 Connect with Us:
Follow us on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Email: [email protected]

⭐ Subscribe & Review:
Follow Tails and Tassels on your favorite podcast app and don’t forget to leave us a review—it really helps us grow! 💖

Gemma’s cat-themed variety show, Catbaret, is back with a brand new theme: A Cat Lady Purr-ty!

Happening March 5th at Caveat in NYC, this show brings together comedy, burlesque, music, and all things feline. It’s the ultimate night out for cat lovers!

🎟️ Snag your tickets before they sell out: CatbaretShow.com

Support the show

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Don’t Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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In this week’s episode, Gemma sits down with Luna Lovelee—a Long Beach–based burlesque performer, costumer, and producer of Show Me Your Kitties Cabaret.

Luna shares how rescuing a kitten trapped inside a car led her to connect with the Little Lion Foundation and inspired her to create a feline-themed burlesque fundraiser that’s helping cats across Southern California. She also talks about her creative journey into burlesque, finding her authentic performance style, and how her background in historical costuming influences her showgirl looks.

Plus, Luna introduces us to her four cats, shares her experience fostering kittens, and gives heartfelt advice to anyone looking to combine passion and purpose in their own creative life.

📖 Resources & Links:
Follow Show Me Your Kitties Cabaret: @showmeyourkittiescabaret
Follow Luna Lovelee: @miss_luna_lovelee

Support Little Lion Foundation: @littlelionfoundation

💌 Connect with Us:
Follow us on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Email: [email protected]

⭐ Subscribe & Review:
Follow Tails and Tassels on your favorite podcast app and don’t forget to leave us a review—it really helps us grow! 💖

Gemma’s cat-themed variety show, Catbaret, is back with a brand new theme: A Cat Lady Purr-ty!

Happening March 5th at Caveat in NYC, this show brings together comedy, burlesque, music, and all things feline. It’s the ultimate night out for cat lovers!

🎟️ Snag your tickets before they sell out: CatbaretShow.com

Support the show

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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Welcome back to Tails and Tassels! We’re kicking off Season 2 with a solo episode all about balancing your day job with the art that fuels your soul.

If you’ve ever felt torn between paying the bills and pursuing your true creative work, this episode is for you. I’m sharing five tips that have helped me juggle my own nightlife performance world alongside my 9-to-5 — without losing my spark (or my purr).

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Frog’s House: thefrogshouse.fr
• Cat Café in Nice: la-ronronnerie.com
• CatCon: catconworldwide.com
• Bunny Dee: instagram.com/bunnydee
• Qveen Herby: qveenherby.com
• Headspace: headspace.com
• The Artist’s Way: Get it on Amazon
• Felis Lux: felislux.com
• Maria’s Episode: Listen
• Cat Museum of New York City: Support
• 6 Degrees of Cats Podcast: Listen

Stay Connected:

Follow Tails and Tassels on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Visit Catbaret’s website: catbaretshow.com

Got a question or a story about your cat? 🐱 I’d love to hear from you! Message me on Instagram or email [email protected].

Gemma’s cat-themed variety show, Catbaret, is back with a brand new theme: A Cat Lady Purr-ty!

Happening March 5th at Caveat in NYC, this show brings together comedy, burlesque, music, and all things feline. It’s the ultimate night out for cat lovers!

🎟️ Snag your tickets before they sell out: CatbaretShow.com

Support the show

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Hi Kitty Cats! We're back this fall. This is the podcast where you pounce into the lives or burlesque and nightlife performers - their craft, their cats, and how these two worlds intertwine.

In Season 2, you’ll hear:

• Guest interviews with performers and feline experts
• Solo episodes with creative tips and behind-the-scenes reflections
• A bigger, bolder focus on building our com-mew-nity of cat-loving creatives

Season 2 premieres Thursday, October 16 — subscribe now so you don’t miss the first episode!

Stay Connected:
Follow Tails and Tassels on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Visit Catbaret’s website: catbaretshow.com

Got a question or a story about your cat? 🐱 I’d love to hear from you! Message me on Instagram or email [email protected].

Support the show

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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Hello, hello, kitty cats! It’s the season one finale of Tails and Tassels! 🎉 Thank you for joining me on this journey since our debut in October. In this episode, I’m answering listener questions about how I got into burlesque and animal welfare, sharing exciting updates about upcoming Catbaret and Reali-tease shows, reflecting on what I’ve learned about podcasting, and giving a sneak peek at what’s to come in season two!

 Links & Resources:

• Meet Gemma: Intro Episode: Listen Here
• Deep dive into the Catbaret: Listen Here
• Want to take a burlesque class? New York School of Burlesque
• Recommended Reading: The Burlesque Handbook by the head of the New York School of Burlesque - Get it here

NYC Cat-Centric Resources:

• Support the Cat Museum of NYC
•  Explore Cats About Town Walking Tours
•  Try Meow Parlour Yoga
•  Listen to the 6 Degrees of Cats Podcast
•  Check out Catsbury Park Cat Convention

Stay Connected:

Follow Tails and Tassels on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Visit Catbaret’s website: catbaretshow.com

Got a question or a story about your cat? 🐱 I’d love to hear from you! Message me on Instagram or email [email protected].

Thank You!
I’m so grateful for all of you kitty cats who’ve been part of this wild ride! I can’t wait to return with more stories, interviews, and feline fun in season two. Stay tuned! 😻

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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In this week's episode, Gemma sits down with El Jong—a multi-talented photographer, videographer, and YouTube content creator who’s mastered the art of turning passion into a full-blown creative hustle. El Jong dives into his journey from film photography to building an authentic brand behind the lens. He reveals how he strategically plans his content calendar, repurposes videos into daily shorts, and keeps his channel consistently growing. Plus, he shares insider tips on prepping for dynamic photo shoots and creating portraits that truly capture the subject's personality—reminding us that consistency is key to creative success.

📖 Resources & Links:

• Explore El Jong’s Work: jongclemente.com 
• Watch El Jong TV: YouTube: El Jong
• Dyson V7:  Check it out!

🐾 Connect with El Jong:

• Instagram: @el_jong
• TikTok: el_jong

 💌 Connect with Us:

• Follow us on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
• Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
• Email: [email protected]

⭐ Subscribe & Review:

• Follow Tails and Tassels on your favorite podcast app and don’t forget to leave us a review—it really helps us grow! 💖

Support the show

Logo by Logan Laveau

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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🐾 We’re nearing the end of Season 1! This solo episode is an unscripted chat about life, creativity, and what’s next. I’m reflecting on hitting 20 episodes, the behind-the-scenes work of running a podcast, and why I chose to host Tails and Tassels as Gemma Smith instead of my burlesque name, Gemma Stone. Plus, I’m sharing updates on my work in animal welfare, upcoming performances, and a reminder to submit your listener questions before the season wraps!

📢 Don’t forget: Next week’s guest is the incredible photographer and videographer El Jong, followed by a special listener Q&A episode to close out the season.

Resources & Links:

🎭 Follow Xtina Forsure (@xtinaforsure) – for performance training & insights
🐾 Check out Cat’s Meow Comedy – hosted by Meg Cizek
😺 Get Catbaret Merch – [Tees, Totes & More!]
🎙️ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts – It helps so much!

Stay Connected:

🐾 Follow Tails and Tassels on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
🎭 Check out Catbaret: @catbaretshow
🌐 Visit Catbaret’s website: catbaretshow.com

Got a question or a story about your cat? 🐱 I’d love to hear from you! Message me on Instagram or email [email protected].

Thanks for listening—I'm paws-itively thrilled you're here! 🐾✨

Support the show

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭

There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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In this week's episode, Gemma sits down with Rogue, a magician, mentalist, and longtime animal lover. You might recognize him from America’s Got Talent or his jaw-dropping performances on the magic circuit. Rogue shares his journey in the world of magic, the creative challenges he faces and how he overcomes them, and his passion for supporting fellow magicians. Plus, we chat about his love for animals and how they fit into his life behind the scenes.

📖 Resources & Links:

Watch Bacardi: Magic Man Documentary
Watch Rogue on America’s Got Talent
Watch Misdirection: The Real Magic
Rogue’s Recommended Magic-Themed Cat Toy: Amazon Link

🐾 Connect with Rogue:
Instagram: @roguemagic
Website: roguethemagician.com

💌 Connect with Us:
Follow us on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Follow Catbaret on Instagram: @catbaretshow
Email: [email protected]

⭐ Subscribe & Review:
Follow Tails and Tassels on your favorite podcast app and don’t forget to leave us a review—it really helps us grow! 💖

Support the show

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Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭
There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque!

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In this solo episode, I’m sharing an inside look at the most recent Catbaret!, my NYC-based cat-themed variety show! From behind-the-scenes moments to my personal reflections on the last show, you’ll get an unfiltered look at what it takes to bring this production to life. Plus, I’ll share my opening monologue from the show!

Watch the opening monologue on Youtube! Watch here

Resources & Links:
Capezio Fishnet Tights – My Go-To for Performing! Buy here
Shop Catbaret Merch – Tees, Totes & More!
 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts

Stay Connected:
Follow Tails and Tassels on Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod
Check out Catbaret: @catbaretshow
Visit Catbaret's website: catbaretshow.com

Got a story to share about your cat? I’d love to hear from you! Message me on Instagram or email [email protected].

Thanks for listening—I'm paws-itively thrilled you're here! 🐾✨

Support the show

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