Tea with Kings and Queens

In the 41st episode of Tea with Kings and Queens I was lucky enough to sit down with Tom McConnell, Liverpool-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and mastermind behind the surrealist pop project Novelty Island. Tom first caught my attention with the incredible DIY visuals he makes for his music videos and we chat today quite a bit about his processes around claymation, animation and papier-mâché. We also talk about his latest EP, ‘Taped Over', the place for nostalgia in song writing, video & cassette culture plus the hazards of going to a print shop and printing off hundreds of copies of your own face. Enjoy!Novelty Island WebsiteNovelty Island Youtube ChannelNovelty Island on InstagramThanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the 40th episode of Tea with Kings and Queens (gasp!) I was delighted to spend some time getting to know the gender bending public menace Don Binary, a London based host and performer who has been causing chaos on stages since January of this year. As a new drag artist but a seasoned performer as a writer, actor and singer, we had a wonderful chat about how Don is thoughtfully exploring his drag voice and expression and ultimately, finding joy. This chat is a real celebration of all that is weird, subversive and rebellious about drag. Enjoy!Don on InstagramBrighton King NightThanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode I was delighted to talk to ‘The Cheeks of the Peaks' herself: burlesque performer Temptress la Tease. I was lucky enough to see Temptress live at back in February this year at Glorified; the plus size cabaret show which we celebrate at length in our chat. We also discuss audience interaction, getting star struck, how Temptress puts together a routine around her fibromyalgia, her love of the band Diversity, our mutual adoration of Rik Mayall and lots more. This episode is also guest starring Temptress' lovely dog, Cyril. Enjoy! Temptress on Instagram Glorified Cabaret InstagramThanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're still basking in the glow of Eurovision here in Liverpool, so today is a special Eurovision episode with Liverpool-based Franz Genau, a German Drag King, international cabaret comedian, and clown daddy of the Liverpool alternative scene. Franz is a host and producer, including Quiz with the Queers (a camp blend of pub quiz and Queer ridiculousness) and SPEW, the scratch night for young Queer performers. Every first Wednesday he also fills the airways with his own radio show DRAG DINGS, together with his partner in crime, Dan Chan.Franz performed all through the Eurovision celebrations here in the city and like me is a bit of a super fan. So as well as re-living all things Eurovision that have consumed the city over the last two weeks (including Sophie Ellis-Bextor playing a set in John Lewis), we chat about the German and UK cabaret scene, Franz's very particular brand of drag: subverting masculine stereotypes with effeminate performances, and we also discuss the importance of scratch nights to encourage a new, diverse range of performers gain confidence. Enjoy!Thanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering.Franz (AKA Severus) on InstagramSPEW Scratch Nights in LiverpoolQuiz with the QueersDrag Dings Radio Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extra special episode of the podcast, Migrated Kingdom of Drag take over! I was honoured to speak to members of this project which seeks to make cabaret and drag performance more accessible to migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, especially people of colour, women, femmes and non-binary, trans and gender nonconforming people. It started as a collaboration between Polish Migrants Organise for Change (PMOC) and artist and drag king Rita Suszek. Thank you to these incredible artists for their time and for such an amazing chat about the transformative power of drag:Drahoslava Máchová (they/she) | Drag name: Dragoslav | @coldxeRiyoh (he/him) | Drag name: Rooble | @dakkacOlga Macrinici (she/they) | Drag name: Valera.BeLoved | @valera.be.lovedMarzena Zukowska (they/them) | Drag name: Ivan Decisive | @marz.zukowskaRita Suszek (they/she) | Drag name: Janusz | @januszthedragkingWant to take part or see these amazing artists perform?Register for this year's workshops in Liverpool HERE by Friday, 21 April 2023Participants from Migrated Kingdom of Drag may get the chance to perform on 9 May 2023 at The Migrant Cabaret, a life-changing, not-to-be-missed radical cabaret showcasing migrant talent, influences, voices and DJs through a queer lens. The show is brought to you by Eat Me & POMOC and is part of Xpresia Festival during Eurovision.Join us at QUARRY on 9 May (8pm til late). Reserve your FREE tickets for The Migrant Cabaret hereThis project is in part supported by Culture Liverpool and National Heritage Lottery Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I catch up with a true gem of the cabaret world: variety artist, juggler, comedian, the extraordinary gentleman, Mat Ricardo. A key figure in the international cabaret scene, Mat started out as a street performer in Covent garden, where he honed his craft, blending astonishing feats, with quick wit and sharp suits.Mat is multi-award-winning, taking his act all over the world, where he's had had residencies in legendary venues, been on numerous tv shows and recently had a role in a Hollywood film. When we chatted had just finished touring his new show which he'd taken to the Edinburgh fringe.Alongside performing, Mat is a writer, speaker and photographer, and I really enjoyed his YouTube channel during lockdown and his podcast, Imagination and Junk, all about the creative process.It was an honour to spend time talking to Mat as I've been such a fan for many years, and this episode of full of his incredible stories, wit, humour. Enjoy! Thanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Mat's WebsiteMat on InstagramMat's YouTubeImagination & Junk Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode am talking to a titan of the influencer world, UK based J-fashion & lifestyle creator, Addy Harajuku. With a following of over 100,000 Instagram followers and more than half a million on Tiktok, Addy's content has earned her the title of one of the top UK based content creators within her field. She has modelled for key J-fashion brands and most recently has collaborated with koi footwear on her own range.Addy's personal fashion is based in the Yamikawaii and Menhera subcultures. For those unfamiliar with J-fashion, Yamikawaii is a Japanese aesthetic that has an emphasis on dark themes and colors and Menhera fashion uses medical imagery like pills, plasters, and syringes. Its considered a ‘vent art' style, regarded as form of art therapy that helps the wearer. In addition, vent art is now seen an important way to challenge social stigmas and encourage conversations around mental health.Addy's content is a brilliant combination of Yamikawaii fashion and style, alongside informative and interesting videos about key cultural issues, including art theft, Asian fishing, cringe culture, AI art trends, and various issues around mental health and neurodiversity.Addy's trademark honest, open and uncompromising style has made her one of my favourite creators, and in today's chat we talk about her explosion online and all that comes with it, her journey in fashion and how it links to her own self-expression and mental health. Just a quick warning: There are swears in out chat plus discussion of self-harm and suicide, so listener discretion advised. Enjoy the episode!Thanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering.Addy on InstragramAddy on TikTokAddy's collab with Koi FootwearAddy's interview in Vice Magazine on Menhera fashion opening up discussions on mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest is the incredible Alabama Whirley: pole dancer, burlesque performer and producer of the North West's first plus size cabaret show Glorified. Well known for her horror and gore themed routines, Alabama has also fast become a key voice for the plus size performer community, and in our chat today we talk about creating safe spaces and get very critical of the BBC…enjoy! Alabama on InstagramGlorified Cabaret ShowLiverpool Horror ClubAlabama's article in Polyester Zine ‘Making Space for Glorifying Obesity'Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode I'm chatting to Rita Suszek, AKA drag King (and your Polish boyfriend) Janusz. I first discovered Janusz via digital drag where I hugely enjoyed his hapless yet likeable comedy antic as he attempts to negotiate the modern world. In my chat with Rita today we discuss the creative process behind forming a character, diversity in the drag scene as well as an exiting series of free workshops that Rita is bringing to Liverpool in a few weeks' time. Enjoy!Janusz on InstagramSign up for Rita's free ' Masculinity for Beginners' drag workshops LiverpoolThe World Transformed: Mascs & Mascaras: The Radical Potential of Becoming a Drag King - Taster showcase, workshop & panel discussionEat Me and Preach Club Liverpool is Liverpool's original, biggest and baddest alternative drag dinner cabaret and club night! Born of the desire for a radical and diverse community for queer performers and participants alike, drag queen and producer Auntie Climax birthed EAT ME back in March 2017. Since then EAT ME has grown up real fast and now boasts a growing alumni of talented acts such as CHRISTEENE, Ginny Lemon, HP Loveshaft, Kalypso Bang, Kevin Le Grand, Lasana Shabaz, Midgitte Bardot, The Nightbus, and SHREK 666.Polish Migrants Organise for Change (POMOC) is a grassroots political home for Polish migrant women and gender nonconforming people living in the UK to organise together towards dignity, power and justice. We build actionable solidarity between Polish communities and other migrant groups, while creating opportunities for anyone - at any stage of their organising journey - to grow their creative leadership and put it into action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I'm super chuffed to be chatting to Barbara, AKA brothers Henry and John, a Brighton based band who grabbed my attention when I saw them on tour with The Divine Comedy a few months ago; their 70's sound coupled with witty lyrics, energetic performance and a few excellent tank tops was irresistible and I've been listening to their new EP 'Mildly Entertaining' ever since. I caught up with the fellas via zoom and have a lovely rambly chat about that incredible tour, but also how Barbara is much more than a band, as we talk about various influences, comedy, cult films, books and even a bit of wrestling. Huge thanks to Barbara for the use of their music throughout the pod. Enjoy!Barbara Website: buy tour tickets and EP here!Barbara on YouTubeBarbara on InstaThanks to Joe Bailey for the intro/outro music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode I am talking to the international burlesque sensation Perle Noire. Among her many accolades, Perle has been named one of the world's top burlesque performers by 21st Century Burlesque Magazine for ten years in a row. After spending several years as a cast member in Dita Von Teese's stage show ‘Strip, Strip Hooray', Perle went on to complete a stint in Velvet – a musical starring Australian disco diva and superstar Marcia Hines at The Sydney Opera House.Perle continually challenges herself with new ventures, including performances with her award-winning dance company, The House of Noire and her new transformative Healing Through Seduction series. In 2020, she presented the world with The Noire Pageant, the only burlesque pageant dedicated to uplifting the BIPOC community through healing events.It was a true pleasure to talk to Perle as I caught up with her via zoom to hear more about her philosophy around healing through seduction and how she continues to push boundaries in her artform. Enjoy!Healing Through Seduction: Perle NoireJoin Perle's Self Love Club- NewsletterPerle on InstagramThanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In my 30th episode of the pod, I chat to brand new London-based Italian drag King, Papa Parmigiano. Despite being a brand new King, Papa has been dazzling audiences during the Man Up competition at the Glory in London recently. Today we talk about drag beginnings, inspirations and that now iconic performance at Man Up featuring a LOT of cooked pasta....Enjoy!Papa on Instagram (where you can see THAT performance at The Glory!)Man Up Drag King Contest Soho Theatre Cabaret & Drag Lab Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's episode is my very first in-person interview for the pod and its with a true theatrical great of the UK stage: writer, director, actor and grand Panto Dame Mark Two. Mark has been starring in panto since the mid 1970s, and most recently has been bringing his warmth, comedy and fabulous frocks to the production of Jack in the Beanstalk currently on at the Epstein Theatre in Liverpool. I was fortunate to catch up with Mark between shows to hear about his life as a panto Dame and extraordinary career so far. Enjoy!Jack and the Beanstalk At the Epstein TheatreMark Two Character ProductionsThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode I'm talking to the wonderful Drag King Don One. London based Don has been thrilling audiences all over the country with their slick singing, hilarious chat and inclusive shows. Today we talk about mental health, the emotional impact of covid, their West End debut in the hit musical Death Drop and their most recent performance in panto alongside Divina de Campo. Enjoy! Don on InstagramDon One Chats PodcastThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This festive episode I'm talking to gorgeous red head and comedy genius Joyless. In this glorious rambly chat we talk about pageants, Peacocks, playing a Martian in 'Christmas on Uranus' and we even do Vogue's 73 questions. Merry Christmas and enjoy! Joyless on InstagramThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode I'm chatting with the sexy, ridiculous and macabre drag performer, Miss Terri Boxx. Terri has exploded onto the scene via digital drag during lockdown, and is now lighting up stages across London and the UK with their exciting, physical and sometimes horrifying performances. Today we chat about a whole range of thigns including their background as a cage fighter, shyness, nerd culture and papier-mâché. Enjoy! Miss Terri Boxx on Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode I'm talking to the spellbinding writer, performer and self proclaimed 'South Asian drag monster' Yvy de Luca. Yvy has been lighting up the digital drag world with her creation The Bollywitch during lockdown, which she is now taking to stages all around the country. She is also the author of 'Tainted Beauty - The Memoir of an Authentic Creation', an honest and genuine account of her experiences growing up as a trans woman in Blackburn, UK. We chatted via zoom the day before her iconic performances at Queeriocity in Manchester (if you missed her live you can head over to her Instagram and see her incredible performances there). It was such a pleasure to talk to Yvy and in today's episode we discuss her growing up queer and South Asian, prejudice in the drag scene, the murky world of publishing and becoming The Bollywitch. This one is a magical treat. Enjoy!Yvy De Luca OfficialThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'm back! After a short hiatus over the summer, I'm back and chatting to the wonderful drag queen, costume designer and podcaster Kenzie Blackheart. Kenzie is an Essex based performer who has been dazzling with digital performances and is now taking the stage in real life, producing their own show, Hot Haus drag as well as finding time to co-host the marvellous podcast The Queens Speak alongside Tea with Kings & Queens favourite Shar Cooterie.Today we chat about Pokemon, Gaga, Robot Wars, and loads more. Enjoy!Kenzie on Instagram Hot Haus Drag EssexKenzie's performance as Mimikyu for Rule 63's drag show, Gotta Snatch 'em all!Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode I'm chatting to one of Newcastle's finest Kings: Rex Uranus. Rex is known for creating stunning male illusions alongside incredible character looks and performances which they've been lighting up TikTok with all lockdown. In our chat today we talk about all of that plus creating Rex's signature drag look, mullets, confidence, The Grinch, Jesus and more. Enjoy!Rex on InstagramThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, I'm talking to the utterly gorgeous drag performer, singer, host and all round stunning clown: Shar Cooterie. Shar is a Colchester based performer who has spent the last year creating incredible and diverse digital performances, as well as producing their own show Rule 63 alongside Max Ryder and hosting the podcast The Queens speak with Kenzie Blackheart. We talk about all these things in our natter today as well as nerd culture, sheep-pigs, Winnie the Pooh and much more. Enjoy!Shar on Instagram Rule 63 DragThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this very special episode of the podcast I'm talking to singer songwriter, Rozzz Queen. Rozzz is a Birmingham based artist who I first saw on YShee Black's epic digital show case Blessed and Highly Flavoured back in 2020, and I was totally captivated with Rozzz's incredible sound, which blends jazz and blues music with modern urban lyrics. We spoke the day before Rozz released her brand new EP ‘Damned if I Don't, which as you listen to this will be out, so in this episode we chat about putting the EP together as an independent artist, fixing inner turmoil in lockdown, naked affirmations, Kat Slater and load more.As a extra treat Rozz also performs her track ‘No One Understands' live towards the end of the pod.My sound quality is a wee bit echoey in this episode so I apologise for that, but you can hear Rozzz perfectly which is the main thing. Enjoy! You can find Rozz's music on ITunes, Spotify and Soundcloud. Her EP ‘Damned if I Don't' is OUT NOW! Rozz Queen on YouTube Rozzz Queen on Instagram Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the 20th episode of the podcast I'm chatting to the charming and stylish 1940's crooner & host, drag King Beau Jangles. Beau is a London based performer and a member of the The Family Jewels Drag King Collective, and has been making serious waves with their sharp hosting and golden voice for the last three years. I was lucky to catch up with Beau via zoom before he started performing live again after lockdown started lifting, and in this chat we talk about Old Hollywood, digital drag, the London scene and how drag can be used to educate and inform. Enjoy! Beau on Instagram (for more on Beau but also tons on drag King/ performers of colour history) Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, I speak to the phenomenal drag king, cosplayer and storyteller Baron Lavey. Baron is a Newcastle based performer who has spent lockdown creating incredible digital drag performances, cosplay looks, viral tiktok videos as well as the Harry Potter fan podcast The Drag Malfoy's. I was thrilled to spend time with Baron and in our wonderful chat we discuss handling social media, separating the art from the artist and what it was like to start out as a drag king 14 years ago. Enjoy! Baron on InstagramBaron on TikTokThe Drag MalfoysThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode I'm talking to actor, writer and phenomenal drag Queen Knuckle Sandwich. Knuckles is a Norwich based performer known for their energetic, unpredictable performances, perfectly mixing comedy and horror in equal measure. Knuckles were one of the very first drag performers I fell in love with when lockdown started through their brilliantly unhinged digital drag performances, so I was thrilled for the chance for a natter. In this joyful chat, we talk about Quentin Tarantino, the hazards of wearing drag boobs, acting in a horror movie and loads more. This episode also has a particularly special ending. Enjoy! Knuckle Sandwich on Instagram / TikTok / YouTube Big Squirrel Productions where you can watch the fantastic Disconnect web series we talk about.‘Baby its You' by Smith Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode I'm talking to the stunning burlesque performer & model Cocoa Kink. Cocoa is a member of the much-loved House of Allure, is known for her hot fetish inspired performances and has even put on her own fetish event in Birmingham. Most recently, she has also started modelling for Ann Summers, so we talk about that, as well as all things fetish, tease, modelling and getting her partner involved in her digital burlesque performances. Enjoy! Cocoa on InstagramThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode I'm talking to fabulous boylesquer, podcaster, and host with the absolute most Locques la Roux. Locques is a member of Birmingham's House of Allure and is creator of the podcast Locques La Roux's Locker Room, which explores toxic masculinity, as well as the Instagram chat show for creatives, The Wallflower Express. Today we talk about these fantastic projects, body confidence and developing a boylesque persona. Enjoy!Locques on Instragram Locques La Roux's Locker Room Podcast Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's guest is multi-talented drag King and creative powerhouse Richard Energy. Among the many things we talk about in this episode, we discuss drag king beginnings, making a dog from mops, digital drag and creating very personal performances. Enjoy!Richard Energy on InstagramRichard's Pow!TVRichard's Family Drag TVThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I'm talking with the creative whirlwind that is international burlesque and drag performer, Dominus Von Vexo. We chat about dance, identity, founding their own House, the House of Allure, the blurred boundaries between drag and burlesque and impersonating Patsy Stone. Enjoy!Dominus on Instagram. Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, I'm chatting to Rockstar drag King Will Power. Will is a Norwich based king from the incredible Haus of Power, is co-host of one of my favourite shows Euphoria, sings, acts dances and everything in between. Our chat took place via zoom on 13th January, 2021. We talk about performing, Take That, Friday Night Dinner, moustaches and get super awkward about drag race UK and make plans to storm the BBC. Enjoy!Will Power on Instagram (where you can also see Will's iconic Friday Night Dinner/ Stupid Love performance on his IGTV)Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, I'm chatting with the Drag King powerhouse, Dandy Issues. We talk about digital drag, drag as creative therapy and the importance of community. We chatted via zoom just at the end of November 2020, when we were just about to come out of lockdown 2 in the UK. Enjoy! Dandy on InstagramYou can see Dandy next on Dida Ritz's show, Detailz: The King Show on Fri 4th December 2020, for the Twitch link, head over to Dandy's Instagram page. Thanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, I'm chatting to Britain's first out Muslim drag queen, the phenomenal Asifa Lahore. Asifa first came into the national spotlight in 2014 when she was censored by the BBC for discussing Islam and homosexuality. In 2015 she appeared in the groundbreaking channel 4 documentary ‘Muslim Drag Queens' and since then has established herself as a passionate activist on intersectionality, race, sexuality and religion. Asifa has spoken at Oxford union and in 2015 has delivered a talk for the Lost Lectures series. (which is still on youtube- go check it out after the episode!)I was so honoured to spend some time with Asifa, she is a true advocate for authenticity and openness. Our chat was recorded via zoom back in July. Enjoy! Asifa on InstagramAsifa on TwitterAsifa on Facebook: Asifa LahoreAsifa's stunning handmade jewellery, Exotic JewelsPodcast by Carly Deering.teawithkingsandqueens.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I chat to the fearless and fierce Birmingham icon Black Peppa. We chat about fashion, dance, growing up in the Caribbean and Catwoman. Enjoy! Black Peppa on InstagramThanks to Sam Murphy for the cover art, Joe Bailey for the music and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I chat to two stunning queens: Manchester's own Val Qaeda and the enigmatic Lady Bushra, who rumour has it may be the alter ego of one of the boys from the fabulous drag podcast You Don't Love Me, but before I get sued I must add that Lady Bushra vehemently denies these outrageous claims. This episode is scandalous, sweary and somewhat chaotic. Enjoy! Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening. Val Qaeda on InstragramLady Bushra on Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode's guest is the wonderful drag queen Cynthia Road, who is not only hilarious, beautiful and a fellow redhead, but she's also host and co producer of the incredible Norwich based club night Euphoria, which during lockdown down has transformed into one of my favourite digital shows. Among the many things we ramble about in this episode are the Euphoria digital shows, her incredible drag family the Haus of Power and French pop sensation Mika. Enjoy!Cynthia on InstagramEuphoria on Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's episode is especially exciting as I chat to LA based burlesque super star Jessabelle Thunder. As any burlesque fan will know, Jessabelle's performed all over the world, worked with Dita Von Teese and won countless accolades including being voted one of LA's top burlesque performers by Time Out magazine. I was so grateful to have some of Jessabelle's time, and we chat via zoom about starting out in burlesque, overcoming shyness, music and her love of London. Enjoy!Jessabelle on Instagramwww.jessabellethunder.com Jessabelle's webinar for Empowerment in Heels on Racism and Prejudice in BurlesquePodcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I'm chatting to drag King hellraiser, Zack of all Tradezz, a relatively new King that's having a massive impact already. If you haven't checked out his digital performances then head over to instagram straight after this episode. We talk about cosplay, horror prosthetics, Emo and I get a bit over-excited about My Chemical Romance. Enjoy!Zack on InstagramPlease note this chat took place several weeks ago, so we don't touch on recent events. In recent drag news; if you haven't yet seen Black Queer Town Hall then you can watch the whole three day festival online here, where you can also donate to this amazing show celebrating Black Queer performers, hosted by Peppermint and Bob the Drag Queen. Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode, I chat via zoom to the burlesque marvel Missy Malone. We talk about all things vintage, circus, the history of burlesque and Missy's acting career, including her part in Game of Thrones! One thing to note is that we spoke before the murder of George Floyd, which is why we don't discuss the protests and changes currently going on in the world at the time of publication. I've added some links below to some resources I'm found helpful in supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement.About Race Podcast with Reni Eddo-LodgeBob the Drag Queen and Peppermint's discussions on race on Bob's youtube channelKlub Kids Black Lives Matter Drag Show See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode, I chat to drag phenomenon, Yshee Black. We chat about her experiences as the only Black drag queen with a residency in Birmingham, the creation of her pioneering drag competition The Church of Yshee and her work with Fantabulosa!, a drag show for young people and their families. Yshee on InstagramFantabulosa Drag ShowThanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening!Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I chat to Birmingham based theatrical drag starlet Dahliah Rivers. We talk inspirations, musicals and her recent incredible digital drag performances. Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening. Enjoy! Instagram: @dahliahrivers Podcast by Carly Deering. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I chat to international burlesque star Anna Fur Laxis. We talk weapons, magic and taking burlesque to Shanghai! Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening. Enjoy! www.annafurlaxis.comInstagram: @annafurlaxisAnna on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In my very first episode, I chat to stunning daytime TV drag icon, Quiches Lorraine! We discuss life under lockdown, digital drag, TV and cardigans. Thanks to Joe Bailey for the music, Sam Murphy for the cover art and you for listening. Enjoy! Instagram: @quicheslorraine_Twitter: @quicheslorraine0The Butterfield Diet sketch that inspired Quiches nameTip Quiches!Podcast by Carly Deering See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.