Welcome to another mini-episode of Trash Parade Podcast, where Annie & Elle give a well-deserved shoutout to the Godmother of Punk herself, Patti Smith. From her gritty Chicago roots to owning the New York punk scene at CBGB, Patti was—and still is—a total force of nature. Even while holding court in the 1970s New York artist community, Patti never pretended to be anything but her unapologetic self.

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We’ll explore her time at Electric Lady Studios in New York, where she recorded her debut album Horses—produced by John Cale of Velvet Underground when she fused punk rock & poetry into an entirely new form of music the world didn’t know it needed desperately needed.

But Patti Smith is more than just a musician—she’s a revolutionary force who blended punk rock and poetry, inspiring countless artists such as Courtney Love, Michael Stipe, and Siouxsie Sioux. We also touch on her relationships with icons like Robert Mapplethorpe, Allen Lanier of Blue Öyster Cult, and Fred “Sonic” Smith of MC5. She’s not just a punk rock spirit, but a poet-musician who shattered boundaries and embraced her Earth-mother energy unapologetically.

Patti Smith’s life story reads like a badass manifesto: a poet-musician who broke into a male-dominated scene, set it on fire (with just a stare), and became an unstoppable icon. She’s inspired a whole generation of female pioneers in punk rock and beyond, shaping the very heart of American punk rock history.

Jump into the time machine with us and explore the counterculture of 1970s America and get schooled on what iconic female rock artists should look like!!!!

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00:00 Begins

00:53 Patti Smith Early Life & Career

02:25 Debut Record with John Cale at Electric Lady Studios

05:09 Patti Smith & Robert Mapplethorpe

06:18 Other Notable Relationships

06:59 Musicians Inspired by Patti Smith

08:05 Patti Smith & Michael Stipe

09:09 Authenticity in Presentation

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Welcome to the land of epic harmonies, synth overloads, and voices that make your soul weep. Today, we're returning to the sounds that birthed Annie’s personality in Episode 2 of Inspirational Artists and Makers Series

We start with Pink Floyd's Have a Cigar (what's more uplifting than a song about the soullessness of the music industry?) and recommend you embarking on your own psychedelic rock journey with the album, Wish You Were Here, on headphones so it can be enjoyed in all its glory 🎶

Then, we’ll get lost in Fleetwood Mac's Little Lies, where Christine McVie's voice is literal magic, backed by the Fleetwood fam cranking up the harmonies. Heart fans, don’t worry—Ann Wilson's powerful voice and musical prowess also get the spotlight because that woman's music could knock down a wall, or at least make you feel like you’re floating through some medieval fantasy world.

We’ll also dive into Pink Floyd's music gear, where synthesizers were the size of small apartments, and how they pioneered technology to create one of prog rock's weirdest dreamscapes.

Oh, and for the record—Elle loves Kraftwerk while Annie... not so much. Let's just say we agree to disagree.

So buckle up for a little rock therapy session—music from back when feelings were loud, harmonies were richer, and everything was a little... stranger.

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00:00 Begins

00:22 Annie's First Songs

01:28 Little Lies- Fleetwood Mac

02:25 These Dreams- Heart

03:56 Have a Cigar- Pink Floyd

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Dust off your armadillo boots, art & fashion lovers! Annie & Elle are taking you on a enchanting ride through the life and legacy of the one and only Alexander McQueen—the British designer who shook up the fashion world like no other. From his early days stitching up clothes for his sisters to ruling the runways with his avant-garde fashion shows, McQueen was always a step ahead.

In the first installment of our Inspirational Artist Series, we spill all the tea on everything McQueen—from his jaw-dropping Voss show to his love of turning the runway into pure, unfiltered conceptual art. You'll get the lowdown on how his tough upbringing and watery natal chart (yep, we’re talking astrology here) shaped his one-of-a-kind vision.

We’re also chatting about the iconic folks he dressed, like Lady Gaga and Bjork, and why his work still has us all in our feels. Whether you're here for the fashion history or just want to geek out over some seriously iconic moments, this video is your initiation into the world of Alexander McQueen.

So, hit that play button and get ready to be inspired by the magic, madness, and sheer genius of McQueen!

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Time Stamps

00:00 Balenciaga is Garbage

00:18 Alexander McQueen & Big 3 Astrology

01:17 Background & Influences

02:42 Career Trajectory

04:53 McQueen for Givenchy

05:52 Conceptual Art on the Runway

06:55 Celebrities McQueen has Dressed

08:12 Voss Runway Show 2001

10:50 Early Death

11:29 Career Impact

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trash Parade Podcast! In this captivating discussion, we dive deep into the lives and legacies of the extraordinary artists who have profoundly shaped our creative journey. Join us as we explore the artistic brilliance, untamed spirits, and lasting influences of Patti Smith, Alexander McQueen, Ana Mendieta, Carl Sagan, and more.

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Patti Smith: The Poetic Genius & Punk Rock PioneerWe start with the iconic Patti Smith, a legend whose fusion of punk music and poetry forever changed the American music scene. We discuss her life story, from her roots in Chicago Heights to her rise as a pivotal figure in the CBGB artists' community of the 1970s. Discover how Patti's artistic influence continues to resonate, shaping the work of musicians, poets, and visual artists alike. Her powerful presence on stage, even in her 70s, still evokes the same raw emotion and poetic genius that made her a legend within American punk rock history, 

Alexander McQueen: The Fashion Revolutionary

Next, we delve into the life story of Alexander McQueen, the visionary fashion designer whose work pushed the boundaries of style and art. From his humble beginnings in London to becoming the head designer at Givenchy and later establishing his eponymous label, McQueen’s journey is one of relentless creativity and daring innovation. We highlight some of Alexander McQueen's best runway moments, where his shows transcended fashion to become full-scale artistic performances. McQueen's designs, often dark and deeply emotional, reflect his complex psyche and his ability to turn the runway into a stage for storytelling.

Ana Mendieta: The Tragic Muse of Earth and Blood

Ana Mendieta’s artistic influence is discussed through the lens of her tragic and untimely death. A pioneering figure in the world of performance art and eco-feminism, Mendieta’s work was deeply intertwined with her identity and experiences as a Cuban exile. We explore her multimedia creations that merged her body with the earth, symbolizing a return to the primordial and an assertion of feminine power. Her mysterious death in 1985 remains a haunting narrative, one that continues to provoke conversations about gender, violence, and the erasure of women in the art world.

Carl Sagan: The Cosmic Philosopher

We then shift to the infinite wonder of the cosmos with Carl Sagan, the beloved scientist who brought the mysteries of the universe into our living rooms through his groundbreaking series Cosmos. Raised by PBS, many of us grew up marveling at the infinite nature of the universe, thanks to Sagan’s profound ability to explain complex scientific concepts with poetic clarity. Carl Sagan still inspires us today, not only as a scientist but as a thinker who saw the beauty and interconnectedness of all things. His work remains a source of infinite inspiration, reminding us that we are, indeed, made of star stuff.

Musical and Artistic Influences: Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, Heart, the 70s & 80s, and Beyond

In this episode, we also pay homage to the 70s and 80s rock anthems via the musical influence of Pink Floyd, whose legendary synth riffs and visionary soundscapes have left an indelible mark on rock history. Tracks like "Have a Cigar," continue to shape the musical landscape and inspire new generations of artists. Alongside Pink Floyd, we explore the magical and otherworldly sounds of Fleetwood Mac and Heart, whose music from this era also deeply resonates with us. Fleetwood Mac's iconic harmonies and storytelling, particularly on tracks like "Little Lies," and Heart's powerful vocals and rock anthems, exemplified by "These Dreams," have become integral to the tapestry of 70s and 80s rock music. We discuss how these sounds have intertwined with our personal artistic journeys, creating a rich tapestry of inspiration that spans decades.

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Hey hey hey, Trash Parade! Buckle up for a wild ride as we celebrate the one and only Courtney Love's 60th birthday. Known for being the ultimate rock goddess, Courtney has lived a life that's as chaotic as it is legendary. We're diving headfirst into Hole's iconic album Live Through This with a no-holds-barred reaction & review. This episode is a loud, unapologetic “We love Courtney Love" fest, showing the world what a true rock star looks like.

Get ready for a gossip-filled journey through the 90s music scene. We’re spilling all the tea on Courtney’s romantic escapades, from Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins to Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails. Expect some riot grrl drama with tales of Tori Amos and Babes in Toyland, and a nostalgic nod to artists and bands like L7, Kathleen Hannah (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre, The Julie Ruin), Tracy Bonham,  Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters.

Ever wonder why Courtney's controversies make her more badass? We’ve got you covered. This is the ultimate behind-the-music deep dive into the Olympia and Seattle music scenes. With a punk rock attitude, we're celebrating Courtney's fearless fuck you spirit that makes her certified grunge royalty and the girl with the most cake.

Join us as we stroll down 1990s memory lane and remind you to SAY FUCK YOU EVERY DAY!

This episode is all about Courtney Love being Courtney Love, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Get ready for the sass, the punk, and the unfiltered truth. Courtney, this one's for you!!

 By the way…have you said “Fuck YOU” today? 

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Hold onto your hats, folks, because Trash Parade is about to take you on a rollercoaster ride through the sheer absurdity of Texan politics.

Kicking off with a snark-filled ad for "Governor Greg Abbott's Greatest Hits," we highlight some of his most mind-boggling policies that will make you laugh, cry, and scream in disbelief. From hilariously opposing the Americans with Disabilities Act while being disabled himself to the stupefying rejection of billions in Medicaid expansion funds, Abbott's policy playlist is a head-scratcher for the ages.

Annie & Elle pull no punches as they eviscerate Texas's early adoption of draconian abortion laws, including the infamous "bounty hunter" provision. Imagine a dystopian nightmare where nosy neighbors are encouraged to sue anyone remotely involved in an abortion. Yep, that's Texas—transforming into a reality TV show where everyone’s a contestant and the prize is societal regression.

But wait, it gets crazier! The girls expose the insidious rise of Christian Nationalism driving these lunatic laws, turning the state into a theocracy where personal freedoms are sacrificed at the altar of zealotry. And don't even get us started on Abbott's border policies—a xenophobic fiasco wasting taxpayer dollars on fear-mongering theatrics.

As if that weren't enough, Annie & Elle delve into the reckless defunding of public education. Who needs a well-informed citizenry when you can have overcrowded classrooms, demoralized teachers, and a population ripe for manipulation? It’s a genius plan if your goal is to keep people uninformed and subservient.

This episode features gut-wrenching stories of women suffering under Texas's barbaric abortion restrictions, including those denied lifesaving medical care until they were at death’s door. With Supreme Court battles looming, the question remains: How far will Texas go in its crusade against women’s health and rights?

"We Messed With Texas Part II" is an over-the-top, no-holds-barred critique of the insanity unfolding in Texas.

Covering controversial topics such as Christian Nationalism, border policies, and defunding public education, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about reproductive rights, personal freedoms, and fighting against oppressive governance.

Tune in, get outraged, and join the battle against this legislative lunacy.

Show Notes:

There are an outrageous number of show notes for this episode. We are putting them all up on the website when we get a chance.

Annie & Elle get caught up about where, exactly, they have been for the last few weeks. The girls recount a hilariously paranoid trip to Buccee’s while high AF, because what’s more Texan than a convenience store that’s larger than some countries? Annie & Elle’s eclipse adventure comes complete with pickup trucks, Yeungling beer, and hill country vistas.

Things get really juicy when Elle tears into Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

Abbott’s greatest hits include fighting against same-sex marriage and defending a ban on sex toys because apparently, personal autonomy is terrifying.

Elle skewers his need for polarizing publicity stunts, likening him to the lovechild of Ron DeSantis and Jigsaw, suggesting he’s got his eyes on a national stage. 

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SHOW NOTES:

https://www.reformaustin.org/elections/cnn-special-tackles-texas-billionaires-controlling-republican-politics/amp/

https://www.texastribune.org/2022/10/18/greg-abbott-texas-fundraising-governor-donors/

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/02/27/greg-abbott-tim-dunn-paxton-vouchers-republican-primary-texas/#:~:text=Greg%20Abbott%20spent%20%246.1%20million,to%20subsidize%20private%20school%20funding.

https://www.newsweek.com/greg-abbott-ted-cruz-handed-2022-bum-steer-awards-texas-monthly-1659527

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2021/05/27/report-finds-hundreds-more-died-in-texas-winter-storm-than-state-says/?sh=a69798b52cc3

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/05/27/texas-gov-greg-abbotts-school-shooting-response-under-scrutiny/

https://portal.cops.usdoj.gov/resourcecenter/content.ashx/cops-r1141-pub.pdf

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-politicians-far-right-christian-megadonors-rcna55546

https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-signs-second-amendment-legislation-into-law-2021

https://www.reformaustin.org/elections/cnn-special-tackles-texas-billionaires-controlling-republican-politics/amp/

https://www.texastribune.org/2022/10/18/greg-abbott-texas-fundraising-governor-donors/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/05/27/texas-gov-greg-abbotts-school-shooting-response-under-scrutiny/

https://portal.cops.usdoj.gov/resourcecenter/content.ashx/cops-r1141-pub.pdf

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-politicians-far-right-christian-megadonors-rcna55546

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/02/27/greg-abbott-tim-dunn-paxton-vouchers-republican-primary-texas/#:~:text=Greg%20Abbott%20spent%20%246.1%20million,to%20subsidize%20private%20school%20funding.

https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/01/abbott-texas-abortion-ban-rape-record-pregnancies-failure/

https://www.texastribune.org/2021/05/18/texas-heartbeat-bill-abortions-law/

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-politicians-far-right-christian-megadonors-rcna55546

https://apnews.com/article/abortion-austin-texas-houston-sexual-assault-00bb74e67ce427a3adbb8f7fe811ff13

https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-signs-second-amendment-legislation-into-law-2021

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2013/01/texas-now-welcoming-new-york-gun-owners.html

https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/greg-abbott-to-new-yorkers-keep-your-guns-move-to-texas/273-306447218

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Dunn_(businessman)

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/04/04/tim-dunn-joe-straus-christian-texas/

https://www.texastribune.org/2023/05/10/texas-gun-fatalities-laws/

https://www.marfapublicradio.org/2023-11-02/dark-money-nonprofit-with-ties-to-texas-billionaire-works-to-defeat-midland-school-bond

https://giffords.org/analysis/texas-gun-deaths-surged-63-under-greg-abbott/

https://www.transparencyusa.org/tx/contributor/farris-and-joann-wilks?cycle=2015-to-now

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_and_Farris_Wilks

https://www.transparencyusa.org/tx/contributor/dan-and-staci-wilks/?cycle=2015-to-now

https://www.texastribune.org/2022/10/18/greg-abbott-texas-universities-donors/

https://www.texastribune.org/2023/10/30/gun-fatalities-texas-youths/

We’re back from hiatus! It’s Season Two! Welcome to Vulvageddon!

After the flu, a cross-county move, and a nasty case of Covid, Annie & Elle reunite for a very belated and very special Women’s Month episode. 

Unnecessary Medical Procedures! Shitty Doctors! Pap Smears! Biopsies! Waterfalls of blood! Medical Gaslighting! STDS! Perimenopause! 

We discuss it all plus the pressure of advocating for yourself in a biased medical industry run amok.

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HEADS UP!

This episode discusses some serious issues such as medical trauma and sexual violence. If you’re not in a place where this sounds like a good or safe time for you, feel free to skip this episode. 

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Credits

We would like to give a shout out to Don Hertzfeldt, whom we love, and whose puffball we borrowed from his Rejected cartoons. Likewise, we’d like to shout out GWAR and Lzzy Hale. If you haven’t seen the full video for The Cutter, we recommend checking it out. 

Show Notes:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6780820/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimelsesser/2022/04/19/heres-the-current-thinking-on-hormone-therapy-its-not-what-you-heard-20-years-ago/?sh=789659b34787

https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2018/menopause-symptoms-doctors-relief-treatment.html

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/menopause-is-ubiquitous-so-why-is-it-often-stigmatized-and-ignored

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/01/12/perimenopause-not-feeling-like-myself/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/perimenopause/symptoms-causes/syc-20354666

https://www.today.com/health/medical-weight-bias-causes-misdiagnosis-pain-depression-t153840

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/23/1107166691/medical-bias-against-obesity-is-preventing-patients-from-receiving-proper-care

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2023/jan/us-health-care-global-perspective-2022

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2021/maternal-mortality-rates-2021.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/sosmap/infant_mortality_rates/infant_mortality.htm

https://ncrc.org/the-new-york-times-why-americas-black-mothers-and-babies-are-in-a-life-or-death-crisis/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8pKxBhD_ARIsAPrG45k-hsIDwU3Oue1LWxkh8-aC_7lZv9ZiImWED4t4oOvbwlatiEmI4gIaAhR2EALw_wcB

https://www.propublica.org/article/stillbirths-pregnancy-mothers-parents-racial-disparities

https://hr.nih.gov/benefits/leave/paid-parental-leave-ppl/nih-guide-parental-leave#:~:text=Requires%20supervisory%20approval.-,Sick%20Leave,notified%20otherwise%20by%20a%20physician.

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/FMLA-32.pdf

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/997872?form=fpf

https://www.ohsu.edu/womens-health/closing-gender-pain-gap-your-gynecologist-has-pain-control-options

Annie & Elle unravel the drama of a deadly virus variant and dish out their thoughts on the standard American diet. They also discover that Stephen Hawking is into more than equations and come up with some excellent ideas for creative dissent. 

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SHOW NOTES

Virus

https://thehill.com/video/chinese-scientists-%e2%80%98create%e2%80%99-mutant-coronavirus-with-100-kill-rate-in-mice-alina-chan-reacts/9337257/

https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.01.03.574008v1.full.pdf

European Protests

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/france-farmer-protest-manure-toulouse/

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/farmers-europe-step-up-protests-against-rising-costs-green-rules-2024-01-31/#:~:text=Farmers%20say%20they%20are%20not,of%20France's%20powerful%20FNSEA%20union.

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/continued-anger-at-retirement-age-change-fuels-further-protests-in-france

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/01/21/germany-thousands-more-expected-at-sunday-protests-against-far-right_6452422_4.html#

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/german-protests-against-far-right-head-into-third-week-2024-01-25/

https://www.politico.eu/article/farmer-protest-europe-map-france-siege-paris-germany-poland/

Standard American Diet

https://unisa.edu.au/media-centre/Releases/2022/long-term-high-fat-diet-expands-waistline-and-shrinks-brain/

Stephen Hawking

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/stephen-hawking-jeffrey-epstein-underage-orgy-b2474384.html

https://www.businessinsider.com/stephen-hawking-jeffrey-epstein-documents-unsealed-2024-1

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/may/16/jane-hawking-there-were-four-of-us-in-marriage-stephen-hawking-theory-of-everything

*Disclaimer* 

The following article is fairly sensational and has some pretty messed up language (you can expect nothing less from The NY Post). Ye hath been warned.

https://nypost.com/2020/09/05/inside-lothario-stephen-hawkings-improbable-steamy-love-life/

Credits:

News Clips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fz5bMpBYQjw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLjToexLzPw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlYlzJguzns

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdlhqWdWSQY

Memes

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1uo_hSRknd/?igsh=MWNuajF1M3c2bTRleA%3D%3D

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1s7fCUODtd/?igsh=YWFsdzlteHdwMDFj

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1sRiX1vyKU/?igsh=amVkZjR3dnl6cHQ4

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1uLr0arbFW/?igsh=am5temV1ZXFrbHFu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_F_e4Bznzk