WEBurlesque Podcast Network

"I want people to be happy, and, be comfortable with it; and this is queerness and I'm really being out and pushing the boundaries in a bunch of different ways... But it also shouldn't be such a boundary... Give your audience some credit."

The glamorous and ridiculous Faggedy Randy hails from the land of Seattle, now serving Chicago. He and Viktor talk about Randy's name (gay gasp!), starting out with BenDeLaCreme and Kitten n' Lou (gayer gasp!), to being part of a burlesque super-couple; and collaborating with Samson Night and his love P. NoNoire with Bawdy Suit. This highly in-demand buff super sweetheart was recently crowned Mr Hollywood Burlesque and soon to hit up the Burlesque Hall of Fame to compete for Mr/Ms/Mx Exotic World. (this conversation was recorded May 9, 2023)

• Instagram: @faggedyrandy @bawdy_suit
• more Randy: https://linktr.ee/faggedyrandy
• Support Bawdy Suit's Juneteenth Jump Off: https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2023/6/19/juneteenth-jump-off-the-den-theatrer-comedy-club

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

— WEBurlesque Podcast Network is the creation of Viktor Devonne. Episode 184 call hook by ILOV GRATE. Podcast artwork by Logan Laveau, WEBurlesque the Podcast cover art photography by Atticus Stevenson. Theme song, "On a 45" by This Way to the Egress, used with permission. Incidental music via pixabay.com under fair use. Visit weburlesquepodcast.com for notes on this and every episode. Follow @weburlesque and @viktordevonne on just about every platform, and support the podcast via patreon.com/weburlesque or via Venmo @Viktor-Devonne. Don't got the cash? Please follow, subscribe, and give 5 stars on every platform you can get your hands on. It really does help. All original material is owned by Viktor Devonne and White Elephant Burlesque Corporation; all other materials property of their respective copyright. No infringement, while likely, is intended.

"We want this to be big, we want this to be memorable; we want this to make an impact in the industry, but also in New York. Hip hop was born here, and we want to make sure we're doing this justice." -- Stella Nova

"Me and hip hop are the same age. We both just celebrated our milestone 50 years. I literaly grew up with hip hop; that age when you start to music and paying attention to what the cool stuff is, that's when hip hop was really starting to flourish. I remember when Roxanne Shanté did Roxanne's Revenge and when Salt-N-Pepa did The Showstopper... And so I feel like it's just a part of me as anything in life is... Hip hop is like a sibling, almost." -- ILOV GRATE

"I rememeber being young and walking with my mother in our neigthborhood [of Hollis] and her pointing out Run D.M.C. to me... and also I remember when I was a little older, we were playing outside and someone came over and said 'LL Cool J is in the church basement around the corner, playing basketball!' My love of hip hop was curated at home." -- Rain Supreme

"This is an all BIPOC festival, and understanding that hip is, and was in its origins, a Black and Brown art form that was created in the Bronx in the 70s by Black and Brown folks. And it's got this global understanding now, and people of all different genres, and races, and ethnicities listen to it and appreciate it, and also culturally appropriate it; there's all the gimmick. But, this is a specifically BIPOC festival; we want to showcase that and obviously everyone can come and support and be entertained and be inspired by this festival." -- Miss AuroraBoobRealis

Extraordinary New York burlesquers Rain Supreme, Miss AuroraBoobRealis, Stella Nova, and ILOV GRATE are coming together to bring forth a brand new festival celebrating hip hop music. The Boombox Festival starts up with fundraising shows, such as May 20th at Coney Island and culminates in a extravaganza in September; with plans to expand already for 2024. Viktor gets a few behind the scenes moments from the four entertainers both as soloists and collaborators; plus inspired talks on race, class, misogyny, dance, stan wars, and who in current music is carrying the torch for the grandmasters. (this conversation was recorded May 7, 2023)

• Instagram: @boomboxburlesque @ilovgrate @dawnsmind @rainsupremenyc @the.stellanova
• more Boombox: https://linktr.ee/boomboxburlesque

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

— WEBurlesque Podcast Network is the creation of Viktor Devonne. Episode 183 call hook by Minda Mae. Podcast artwork by Logan Laveau, WEBurlesque the Podcast cover art photography by Atticus Stevenson. Theme song, "On a 45" by This Way to the Egress, used with permission. Incidental music via pixabay.com under fair use. Visit weburlesquepodcast.com for notes on this and every episode. Follow @weburlesque and @viktordevonne on just about every platform, and support the podcast via patreon.com/weburlesque or via Venmo @Viktor-Devonne. Don't got the cash? Please follow, subscribe, and give 5 stars on every platform you can get your hands on. It really does help. All original material is owned by Viktor Devonne and White Elephant Burlesque Corporation; all other materials property of their respective copyright. No infringement, while likely, is intended.

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"You can just throw glitter on your head and suddenly you're a little disco ball, and you're not worried about what people think because they're all complimenting you on how shiny you are."

DisabiliTease Productions, Academy and Festiva co-founder Minda Mae and Viktor chat accessibility, the word brave, deconstruct "disabled enough," and check themselves along the way. Based in Minneapolis, Minda has been performing burlesque as an ambulatory wheelchair user for the past several years, and has been an advocate for visible and nonvisible disability discussion, representation, and demystifying. (this conversation was recorded May 4, 2023)

Special Note: the last 30 minutes talks about some slurs (ableist, mentalist, classist, and homophobic), so check out early if you need to.

• Instagram: @minda.mae / @mindamaeburlesque / @disabiliteasefestival / @disabiliteaseacademy
• more Minda: https://linktr.ee/MindaMae
• Support Disabilitease: https://disabiliteaseacademy.com/Support

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

— WEBurlesque Podcast Network is the creation of Viktor Devonne. Episode 182 call hook by Lola Loveletter. Podcast artwork by Logan Laveau, WEBurlesque the Podcast cover art photography by Atticus Stevenson. Theme song, "On a 45" by This Way to the Egress, used with permission. Incidental music via pixabay.com under fair use. Visit weburlesquepodcast.com for notes on this and every episode. Follow @weburlesque and @viktordevonne on just about every platform, and support the podcast via patreon.com/weburlesque or via Venmo @Viktor-Devonne. Don't got the cash? Please follow, subscribe, and give 5 stars on every platform you can get your hands on. It really does help. All original material is owned by Viktor Devonne and White Elephant Burlesque Corporation; all other materials property of their respective copyright. No infringement, while likely, is intended.

The fantastic natural force that is Mimi Hurricane comes to Music That Made WE for the season 3 finale. Now living in Atlanta, this neoburlesque producer and performer shares stories of emo youth, mental health advocacy, Harley Quinn, nerdlesque, and the songs actually tattooed on her body. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track.

Follow Mimi: @@xoxodnt_productions @mimihurricane More Mimi: linktr.ee/mimihurricane SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque

All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

[Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne

"I don't have room anymore to exist miserably."

Know as "Ohio's Economical Endomorphic Ecdysiast," Lola Loveletter is a breath of fresh, delightful air, doing it all in Cleveland and surrounding areas. For the premiere, Viktor and Lola discuss the unique position of performing post-lockdown, as a sing-and-stripper in the midwest. (this conversation was recorded March 21, 2023)

• Instagram: @lola_loveletter
• more Lola: https://linktr.ee/LolaLoveletter

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

— WEBurlesque Podcast Network is the creation of Viktor Devonne. Episode 181 call hook by Curly Bright. Podcast artwork by Logan Laveau, WEBurlesque the Podcast cover art photography by Atticus Stevenson. Theme song, "On a 45" by This Way to the Egress, used with permission. Incidental music via pixabay.com under fair use. Visit weburlesquepodcast.com for notes on this and every episode. Follow @weburlesque and @viktordevonne on just about every platform, and support the podcast via patreon.com/weburlesque or via Venmo @Viktor-Devonne. Don't got the cash? Please follow, subscribe, and give 5 stars on every platform you can get your hands on. It really does help. All original material is owned by Viktor Devonne and White Elephant Burlesque Corporation; all other materials property of their respective copyright. No infringement, while likely, is intended.

Dulcita Leon learned the sexy grooves early; it just took some time to contexulize it! From some of the dirtiest Christina, Donna Summer, Janet, and Madonna tracks, this playlist will have you feeling some kind of way by the time of reprieve of the sweetest Billie Holiday standards. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. Follow Dulcita: @dulcitaleonburlesque

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque

All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

[Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne.

Cherry Valentine, 2021 Silver Tusk Award winner for Pop Culturalist, is a photographer, model, burlesque performer, and cosplay enthusiast. From the hard rock queens to the musical theatre passions, Cherry shares stories of her career in New Jersey and beyond. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. Follow Cherry: @cherryevalentine | @forbiddenfruitstudios | @themanicpixiescreamqueen | www.forbiddenfruitstudios.biz

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque

All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

[Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne.

NYC's Kyla comes down from the lyra to share formative music from her career in dance and burlesque. From ballet to spinning in hoops, Kyla is an entertainer regularly seen at The Box and The Slipper Room. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. Follow Kyla: @kygwen | https://www.kylaernstalper.com

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque

All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

[Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne.

Chicago's Thorne is returning to the burlesque stage after a hiatus and rebrand both personally and professionally. From their beginnings in Boy Toy Pocket Cabaret as an athletic showperson, to a slow burn maestro, Thorne shares with Viktor some of the formative aural connections to their life, including complicated family life, competitive cheer (how accurate is Bring It On?), and true love. Thorne, under the name Jimmie Swagger, won the 2022 Silver Tusk Award for Cheeks Champ for notably acclaimed glutes. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. Follow Thorne on all the things: https://www.theonlythorne.com/ + @theonlythorne [Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne.

Just starting her burlesque career, Texas TeaCake$ sits with Viktor Devonne to talk about starting her career on the stage, embracing multiple genres, feeling oneself as an entertainer, and looking to the future. Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track.

Follow Texas TeaCake$: @texasteacakesmpls - https://linktr.ee/texasteacakes

SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - patreon.com/weburlesque - venmo: @viktor-devonne - paypal: [email protected] - cashapp: $weburlesque

All donations at $25 or above will get a signed 8x10 of Viktor Devonne, covered in flour.

[Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for "Fair Use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.] – Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque Produced by Viktor Devonne, reigning Mr Hollywood Burlesque WEBurlesque Podcast Nework is the creation of Viktor Devonne.