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Madonna is keeping MLVC busy! We discuss her week in Paris at the YSL show, after parties with Charli XCX and Arca, the premiere of Read My Lips on streaming, the reveal of M and Kylie Minogue performing a skit on Graham Norton's show and M's 11th appearance on the cover of Interview Magazine with an amazing interview with her and Mel Ottenberg and photos by Nadia Lee Cohen, with her character Dee Dee. This episode of MLVC is sponsored by Coffeeville Company. Order your coffee & tea needs at their site: https://www.coffeevilleco.com/ (U.S. shipping only). Follow MLVC on all social channels: @mlvcpodcast Subscribe to MLVC's YouTube channel Donate to the podcast on Venmo: mlvcpodcast or on "Buy Me A Cup of Coffee" Listen to more episodes on Spotify/Apple/Amazon/Google Play or here: https://mlvc.podbean.com/ #mlvcpodcast #madonnapodcast #madonna #confessions2 #charlixcx #ysl
Send us Fan MailApril Brucker built a career out of a decision most people told her not to make — choosing her ventriloquist puppets over her fiancé, then turning that story into television features, a streaming special, two music releases, and a published book. In this episode, she explains why staying visible to a specific, niche audience — rather than chasing mainstream approval — is what turned an "unconventional path" into a career with staying power.What You Will LearnHow to turn a personal ultimatum into the foundation of a careerWhy visibility with a niche audience can outlast chasing mainstream approvalWhat it actually costs, in years and rejection, to stay unconventionalHow one street performance can snowball into TV, music, and a bookWhy a character can say what the person behind it can'tAbout the GuestApril Brucker is a ventriloquist, actress, and television personality whose story — choosing her puppets over her fiancé — was the subject of TLC's My Strange Addiction. She has appeared on Entertainment Tonight, The Today Show, Judge Jerry, and The Wendy Williams Show, released two recordings with her puppet May Wilson (including a collaboration with The World Famous Ink Spots), and wrote Don't Read My Lips!, a guide to building a career as a ventriloquist. She currently hosts the streaming chat show April in Vegas.Timestamps00:00 — Cold open: "him or the puppets" 01:47 — How an ultimatum from her fiancé changed everything 04:09 — Identity vs. attachment: puppets or something deeper 06:22 — Being judged in the "glamour world" 07:12 — Music collaborations with The World Famous Ink Spots 08:52 — What it takes to commit to an unconventional path 12:19 — The hustle years: street performance, rejection, day jobs 13:16 — "When a door doesn't open, build one" 16:45 — Donald J. Tramp: political comedy through puppetry 24:08 — This or That with April Brucker 29:13 — The title of her movie: "Did That Just Happen?"Connect with AprilApril Brucker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-brucker-ab8a34b8/Website: https://www.aprilbrucker.tvBook mentioned: Don't Read My Lips!Connect with HinaHina's WebsiteHina's LinkedInHina's Youtube Channel Production Credit: Produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/
Carol Decker joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to talk about T'Pau's return with Be Wonderful — the band's first album of original material since Pleasure and Pain in 2015. In this candid conversation, Carol reflects on the long gap between records, reconnecting creatively with Ronnie Rogers, and what finally brought her back into the right headspace to make new music again. She also looks back on the rise of T'Pau, the success of Bridge of Spies, the story behind "China In Your Hand", and the difficult years when everything changed. A warm, honest conversation about success, heartbreak, survival, and finding your way back. In this episode, Carol Decker talks about: – The making of Be Wonderful – Why it took so long for T'Pau to make another studio album – Writing and recording again with Ronnie Rogers – The difference between major label backing and doing everything in-house – The stories behind "Read My Lips", "Stupid Love Song" and "Casual Remark" – The real meaning behind "China In Your Hand" – T'Pau's breakthrough in the UK and America – The personal and professional fallout of the early '90s – The 80s revival and why those songs still connect today About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.
Melba Moore, a Tony Award winning, 3x Grammy nominee, has starred in the Broadway musicals "Hair", "Purlie!", "Timbuktu!" and "Les Miserables". Her countless hits include "You Stepped Into My Life," "Read My Lips," "Fallin'" and "This Is It." She's been a global success for over fifty years and now has a new book, which shares her strategies for longevity.Coming to Amazon Books in November, 2025, Melba's memoirs, "This Is It - Marvelous.And Getting Better," takes the reader on the highs and lows of her career. The entertainment veteran shares how she had to pivot time and again, especially in an industry that didn't always know what to do with the massive voice within her petite being.From Harlem to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in the book, Melba moves from wining the esteemed Tony Award for "Purlie!" to continually transitioning to discover what's next in her career. In the roller coaster ride in life, she's done it all and never backed down from a challenge.For the reader seeking motivation during moments of giving up, Melba's "This Is It - Marvelous..And Getting Better" is the right book for the right time. The story of an icon overcoming the odds and getting better, day by day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
Melba Moore, a Tony Award winning, 4x Grammy nominee, has starred in the Broadway musicals "Hair", "Purlie!", "Timbuktu!" and "Les Miserables". Her countless hits include "You Stepped Into My Life," "Read My Lips," "Fallin'" and "This Is It." She's been a global success for over fifty years and now has a new book, which shares her strategies for longevity. Melba shot to super-stardom in the early 1970s with her debut album ("I Got Love"), that garnered her a 1971 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, the following year, she also scored with a variety television show that co-starred Clifton Davis. In 2003, Moore was featured in the film, The Fighting Temptations, which starred Cuba Gooding Jr. and Beyoncé. A four-time Grammy nominee and one-time Tony Award winner, prior to being a singer/actress, Melba Moore also made guest appearances on nearly all of the following shows: The David Frost Show, Soul Train, The Mike Douglas Show, Dinah!, The Dick Cavett Show, 13 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Captain Kangaroo, The Tim Conway Show, and Solid Gold, This Is It – Marvelous…And Getting Better takes the reader on the highs and lows of Melba's career. The entertainment veteran shares how she had to pivot time and again, especially in an industry that didn't always know what to do with the massive voice within her petite being. From Harlem to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in the book, Melba moves from wining the esteemed Tony Award for "Purlie!" to continually transitioning to discover what's next in her career. In the roller coaster ride in life, she's done it all and never backed down from a challenge. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)
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She is a versatile American actress, author, comedienne, and television personality with a diverse range of credits to her name. Born and raised in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, April discovered her passion for entertainment at an early age. She honed her skills in acting and comedy over the years, eventually making a name for herself in the competitive worlds of New York City and Las Vegas.In New York City, April made a mark on the cabaret and comedy club scenes, performing at renowned venues such as Don't Tell Mama, The Duplex, and The Metropolitan Room. Her talents also extended to off-Broadway productions, including the long-running dinner theater show "Murdered by The Mob."April's television career is equally impressive, with appearances on popular shows like "Entertainment Tonight," "Inside Edition," and "The Wendy Williams Show." She has also showcased her comedic talents on programs such as "Judge Jerry," "Videos After Dark," and "What Would You Do?" Her appearance on Season 1, Episode 4, of TLC's "My Strange Addiction" (streaming on Amazon, Hulu, Max, etc.) has made April a cult fan favorite worldwide.In Las Vegas, April has become a fixture in the entertainment scene, performing at prestigious venues like Notoriety Theater and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Her nine-month stint as a special guest star in the classic Vegas showgirl revue "BurlesQ" at Alexis Park Resort further solidified her status as a sought-after performer in the city. She hosts "April in Vegas," a streaming TV chat show produced on location at The English Hotel in the Las Vegas Arts District. Las Vegas Review-Journal entertainment columnist John Katsilometes has dubbed her the "ventriloquial vixen."She is the author of “Do not Read My Lips! America's Foremost Female Ventriloquist Reveals the Secrets of How to be a Successful Vent."http://www.aprilbrucker.tv/http://www.yourlotandparcel.org
While the show is on hiatus, I'm re-releasing some episodes with better audio quality. Hopefully, these will be a better listening experience! Peter Brandt trusted his contractor enough to let him temporarily stay in his home. But when Peter threatened to call the police over a missing video camera, the contractor brutally attacked him. Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcast TikTok: @LivedToTellPodcast Caitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmol email: livedtotellpod@gmail.com
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