Podcast appearances and mentions of Sasha Velour

No new episode this week, but we didn't want to leave you lonely. Enjoy this "hot take" argument from our Season 8 episode Best Whitney Houston Song, in which Amma Marfo, Derek Mekita, Gary Jackson, and Eric Rezsnyak debate Whitney's "So Emotional," and her performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" from the 1991 Super Bowl. Want to hear more from this episode (originally released September 11, 2023)? Click here to listen to the whole thing. Whitney Houston performing "The Star-Spangled Banner" Whitney Houston "So Emotional" music video "RuPaul's Drag Race" Season 9 Finale Lipysnch, Sasha Velour vs. Shea Coulee "So Emotional" For more episodes, blogs, Top 10s, and more, visit our website by clicking here. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show so you don't miss any upcoming episode. CREDITS: Editor: Bob Erlenback Intro/Outro Music: "Dance to My Tune" by Marc Torch #whitneyhouston #whitney #music #popmusic #90smusic #soemotional #nationalanthem #superbowl #rupaulsdragrace #sashavelour #sheacoulee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   Edmund White (1940-2025) Edmund White. Photo: David Shankbone Edmund White (1940-2025) in conversation with Richard Wolinsky, recorded in the KPFA Studio. Part One: Recorded February 20, 2012 while on tour for the novel “Jack Holmes and His Friend.” Part Two: Recorded February 17, 2014 while on tour for the memoir “Inside a Peal, My Years in Paris.” Edmund White, who died on June 3, 2025 at the age of 85, was often called the Grandfather of gay literature. Equally at home writing novels, biographies, plays, memoirs, essays and various hybrids, he was a pioneer in the LBGT world, one of the first gay novelists to achieve literary fame, the co[author in 1977 of The Joy of Gay Sex, along with a ground breaking trilogy of novels based on his own life, several memoirs, three well received biographies, and various collections of essays. Winner of the Lambda Literary Award and nominated several times, nominated for the Pulitzer and winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for his biography of Jean Genet, winner of the National Book Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award and the PEN/Saul Bellow Award, Edmund White has also been called the Patron Saint of Gay Literature.   Review of “The Neil Diamond Musical A Beautiful Noise” at BroadwaySF Golden Gate Theater through June 22, 2025.   Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and vaccination and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others Wednesday or Thursday through Sunday. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 110th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, May 31 – June 1, 2025. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  Summers at John Hinkel Park: Cymbeline opens July 4; The Taming of the Shrew opens August 16. See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).   See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. Afro-Solo Theatre Company.See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre Co-Founders. a world premiere hip-hop musical May 29 – July 6, Strand. Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi, Sept 18 – Oct 19, Toni Rembe Theatre. Aurora Theatre  The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe by Jane Wagner, with Marga Gomez, July 12 – August 10.  Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Rep. The Big Reveal Live Show written and performed by Sasha Velour, June 4 – 15, Roda Theatre. Who's With Me. written and performed by W. Kamau Bell, June 17-22, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company Julius Caesar, June 13-21, Live Oak Theater, Berkeley. y. See website for upcoming events and productions. Boxcar Theatre. The Illusionist with Kevin Blake, live at the Palace Theatre. Brava Theatre Center: Pacific Overtures, through June 15, 2025. BroadwaySF: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, June 3-22, Golden Gate. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  Moulin Rouge!, The Musical. July 8-13. See website for other events. Center Rep: Happy Pleasant Valley, June 1- 29. Lesher Center. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works  The Last Goat by Gary Graves, June 28 – July 27. Cinnabar Theatre. Bright Star, June 13-29, Sonoma State. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre Fiddler on the Roof June 7 – 22. See website for other events. Golden Thread   See website for upcoming events. Hillbarn Theatre: Murder for Two, a musical comedy, October 9 – November 2, 2025. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. See website for specific workshops and events. Los Altos Stage Company. Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, May 29 – June 22. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Aztlan by Luis Alfaro, World Premiere, June 25 – July 13. See website for additional events. Marin Shakespeare Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, June 13 – July 13, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. See website for other events. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC) To My Girls by JC Lee, through June 8. Pride Cabaret, June 6-21.  Ride the Cyclone, the musical, July 11 – August 15. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. Les Blancs (The Whites) by Lorraine Hansberry, July 11 – 27. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. Constellations by Nick Payne, June 27 – July 20.See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. See web page for information on summer camps. Presidio Theatre. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. Ray of Light: Next to Normal. May 30 – June 21. Ross Valley Players: See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens. May 1-June 21. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows.  The Day The Sky Turned Orange by Julius Ernesto, Sept 5 – Oct. 5, Z Space. San Jose Stage Company: Sweet Charity,  June 4 – 29.. Shotgun Players.  Yellowface by David Henry Hwang, May 10 – June 14. South Bay Musical Theatre:  The Sound of Music, September 27 – October 18. Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico See website for upcoming events and producctions. Theatre Rhino  Doodler by John Fisher, May 31 – July 6, The Marsh, San Francisco. The Laramie Project, June 19-29.. Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean  Jimmy Dean, A New Musical, June  18 – July 13. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org                                   .   . The post June 12, 2025. Pride Month: Edmund White (1940-2026), The Patron Saint of Gay Literature appeared first on KPFA.

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   Joseph Heller (1923-1999) Joseph Heller, author of Catch-22 and its sequel, Closing Time, in conversation with Richard Wolinsky and Richard A. Lupoff, recorded in San Francisco on October 17, 1994. Since its original publication in 1961, Catch-22 by Joseph Heller has become a classic of anti-war literature, gaining fame during the Vietnam era for its dark and satirical look at American military life. Filmed to middling results by Mike Nichols in 1970, a new miniseries on Hulu has brought the novel back into the spotlight, where its focus on circular reasoning and insanity seems a propos to life during the current American regime. Catch-22 was Joseph Heller's first novel. In the 1970s he wrote the novels Something Happened and Good as Gold, and in the 1980s God Knows and Picture This, and the non-fiction No Laughing Matter about his struggle with Guillan-Barre Syndrome In 1994, Joseph Heller came out with a sequel to Catch-22, titled Closing Time, which deals with what happened to Yossarian and other characters after the end of World War II. This interview was recorded during that book tour and deals with both books, as well as other aspects of his career, along with comparisons to the works of Kurt Vonnegut. Despite respectful reviews and a good reputation, Closing Time is mostly forgotten today, though it is easily available on-line in both paper and e-book. Joseph Heller published a memoir, Now and Then, in 1998, and another novel, Portrait of the Artist as an Old Man, an autobiographical work about an author who is unable to shake the success of his very first novel, was published posthumously in 2000. This is the first airing of the entire interview. .   Review of “Parade” at BroadwaySF Orpheum Theatre through June 8, 2025. Review of “Pacific Overtures” at Brava Theater Center (Brava Center for the Arts) through June 15, 2025.   Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and vaccination and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others Wednesday or Thursday through Sunday. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 110th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, May 31 – June 1, 2025. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  Summers at John Hinkel Park: Cymbeline opens July 4; The Taming of the Shrew opens August 16. See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).   See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. Afro-Solo Theatre Company.See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre Co-Founders. a world premiere hip-hop musical May 29 – July 6, Strand. Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi, Sept 18 – Oct 19, Toni Rembe Theatre. Aurora Theatre  The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe by Jane Wagner, with Marga Gomez, July 12 – August 10.  Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Rep. The Aves by Jihae Park, through June 8, 2025, Peets Theatre. The Big Reveal Live Show written and performed by Sasha Velour, June 4 – 15, Roda Theatre. Who's With Me. written and performed by W. Kamau Bell, June 17-22, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company Julius Caesar, June 13-21, Live Oak Theater, Berkeley. y. See website for upcoming events and productions. Boxcar Theatre. The Illusionist with Kevin Blake, live at the Palace Theatre. Brava Theatre Center: Pacific Overtures, through June 15, 2025. BroadwaySF: Parade,  May 20 – June 8, Orpheum. A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, June 3-22, Golden Gate. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  Moulin Rouge!, The Musical. July 8-13. See website for other events. Center Rep: Happy Pleasant Valley, June 1- 29. Lesher Center. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works  The Last Goat by Gary Graves, June 28 – July 27. Cinnabar Theatre. Bright Star, June 13-29, Sonoma State. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre Fiddler on the Roof June 7 – 22. See website for other events. Golden Thread  Oriental, or 1001 Ways to Tie Yourself In Knots by Evren Odcikin June 7-8, Potrero Stage. See website for other events. Hillbarn Theatre: Murder for Two, a musical comedy, October 9 – November 2, 2025. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. See website for specific workshops and events. Los Altos Stage Company. Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, May 29 – June 22. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Aztlan by Luis Alfaro, World Premiere, June 25 – July 13. See website for additional events. Marin Shakespeare Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, June 13 – July 13, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. See website for other events. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC) To My Girls by JC Lee, through June 8. Pride Cabaret, June 6-21.  Ride the Cyclone, the musical, July 11 – August 15. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. Les Blancs (The Whites) by Lorraine Hansberry, July 11 – 27. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. Pear Slices, May 23 – June 8. Constellations by Nick Payne, June 27 – July 20.See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. See web page for information on summer camps. Presidio Theatre. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. Ray of Light: Next to Normal. May 30 – June 21. Ross Valley Players: The Book of Will  by Lauren Gunderson, May 9 – June 8. See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens. May 1-June 21. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows.  The Day The Sky Turned Orange by Julius Ernesto, Sept 5 – Oct. 5, Z Space. San Jose Stage Company: Sweet Charity,  June 4 – 29.. Shotgun Players.  Yellowface by David Henry Hwang, May 10 – June 14. South Bay Musical Theatre:  Brigadoon, May 17-June 7, Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico See website for upcoming events and producctions. Theatre Rhino  Doodler by John Fisher, May 31 – July 6, The Marsh, San Francisco. The Laramie Project, June 19-29.. Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean  Jimmy Dean, A New Musical, June  18 – July 13. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org                                   .   . The post June 5, 2025: Joseph Heller: The Man Who Gave Us “Catch-22” appeared first on KPFA.

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   The 11th Annual Bay Area Book Festival J.K. Fowler, Executive Director of the Bay Area Book Festival in conversation with host Richard Wolinsky, discussing this year's festival, Saturday May 31st and Sunday June 1st throughout the City of Berkeley. The focus of this year's Festival is Changing the Narrative, with looks at activism, resistance, responding to backlash, writing for social change and more. Guests include Mia Birdsong, Prentiss Hemphill. Viet Thanh Nguyen, Greg Sarris and over a hundred other writers, publishers and editors. The venues include the Berkeley Library, Freight & Salvage, The Marsh, the Brower Center, the Hotel Shattuck, and three outdoor stages, including one at Berkeley's BART Plaza. J.K. Fowler founded Nomadic Press, sat on Oakland's Cultural Affairs Commission, and works on several community projects.   Joan Baez Joan Baez, legendary singer, songwriter and activist, in conversation with host Richard Wolinsky, recorded while on remote tour for her book of poetry, “When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance.” Recorded April 26, 2024 via zencastr. Joan Baez is an internationally renowned singer, songwriter and activist who burst on the folk music scene as a teenager in the late 1950s. She has two autobiographies, Daybreak, along with And A Voice to Sing With. There are over thirty albums, including her now classic “Diamonds and Rust”from 1975, she has appeared in numerous documentaries about music and activism, won the 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys, and is the subject of a recent documentary, Joan Baez, I Am A Noise, which is on Hulu and can be rented on several apps. Photos courtesy Joan Baez. Complete Interview.   Review of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” at San Francisco Playhouse through June 21, 2025. Review of “Yellow Face” at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage through June 14, 2025.   Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and vaccination and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others Wednesday or Thursday through Sunday. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 10th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, June 1-2, 2024. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  Summers at John Hinkel Park: Cymbeline opens July 4; The Taming of the Shrew opens August 16. See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).   See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. Afro-Solo Theatre Company.See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre Co-Founders. a world premiere hip-hop musical May 29 – July 6, Strand. Kim's Convenience by Ins Choi, Sept 18 – Oct 19, Toni Rembe Theatre. Aurora Theatre  The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe by Jane Wagner, with Marga Gomez, July 12 – August 10.  Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Rep. The Aves by Jihae Park, through June 8, 2025, Peets Theatre. The Big Reveal Live Show written and performed by Sasha Velour, June 4 – 15, Roda Theatre. Who's With Me. written and performed by W. Kamau Bell, June 17-22, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company Julius Caesar, June 13-21, Live Oak Theater, Berkeley. y. See website for upcoming events and productions. Boxcar Theatre. The Illusionist with Kevin Blake, live at the Palace Theatre. Brava Theatre Center: See calendar for current and upcoming productions. BroadwaySF: Parade,  May 20 – June 8, Orpheum. A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, June 3-22, Golden Gate. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  Moulin Rouge!, The Musical. July 8-13. See website for other events. Center Rep: Happy Pleasant Valley, June 1- 29. Lesher Center. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works  The Last Goat by Gary Graves, June 28 – July 27. Cinnabar Theatre. Bright Star, June 13-29, Sonoma State. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre Fiddler on the Roof June 7 – 22. See website for other events. Golden Thread  Oriental, or 1001 Ways to Tie Yourself In Knots by Evren Odcikin June 7-8, Potrero Stage. See website for other events. Hillbarn Theatre: Murder for Two, a musical comedy, October 9 – November 2, 2025. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. See website for specific workshops and events. Los Altos Stage Company. Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, May 29 – June 22. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Aztlan by Luis Alfaro, World Premiere, June 25 – July 13. See website for additional events. Marin Shakespeare Company: A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, June 13 – July 13, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. See website for other events. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC) To My Girls by JC Lee, through June 8. Pride Cabaret, June 6-21.  Ride the Cyclone, the musical, July 11 – August 15. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. Les Blancs (The Whites) by Lorraine Hansberry, July 11 – 27. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. Pear Slices, May 23 – June 8. Constellations by Nick Payne, June 27 – July 20.See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. See web page for information on summer camps. Presidio Theatre. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. Ray of Light: Next to Normal. May 30 – June 21. Ross Valley Players: The Book of Will  by Lauren Gunderson, May 9 – June 8. See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens. May 1-June 21. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows.  The Day The Sky Turned Orange by Julius Ernesto, Sept 5 – Oct. 5, Z Space. San Jose Stage Company: Sweet Charity,  June 4 – 29.. Shotgun Players.  Yellowface by David Henry Hwang, May 10 – June 14. South Bay Musical Theatre:  Brigadoon, May 17-June 7, Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico See website for upcoming events and producctions. Theatre Rhino  Doodler by John Fisher, May 31 – July 6, The Marsh, San Francisco. The Laramie Project, June 19-29.. Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean  Jimmy Dean, A New Musical, June  18 – July 13. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org                                   .   . The post May 29, 2025: J.K. Fowler/The Bay Area Book Festival – Joan Baez appeared first on KPFA.

When Bob the Drag Queen landed his debut book deal, his publisher asked him if he wanted to write a memoir — but he had something different in mind. The drag superstar's new book, “Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert,” imagines the famed abolitionist in the present day as she sets out to make a hip-hop album. Bob joins Tom Power to talk about his new chapter as a New York Times bestselling author, the endless self-confidence that won him “RuPaul's Drag Race,” and why he wants you to stop asking him to read you. If you like this conversation, check out Tom's interviews with Sasha Velour or Jimbo.

In this episode, cultural historian and literary scholar Golan Moskowitz discusses his current book project, which explores the cultural history of Jewish drag and its relationship with Jewish identity in America. Through detailed analysis of significant figures such as Adah Isaacs Mencken, Flawless Sabrina, Harvey Fierstein, Charles Busch, Sadie Sadie the Rabbi Lady, and Sasha Velour, Moskowitz highlights how Jewishness and drag have intertwined to challenge social norms and reflect shifting cultural and political climates. He also delves into the concept of 'transcreativity' and how Jewish drag performers have contributed to broader American drag culture, emphasizing the importance of recognizing queer, trans, and non-binary Jews in the art of drag.

Peppermint joins me for our 50th episode. A mainstay of 00s New York nightlife, Peppermint burst onto the global queer scene as a finalist in RuPaul's Drag Race's ninth season. Soon after, she became the first trans actress to originate a principle role on Broadway, and has starred in dozens of television roles, most recently in Michelle Buteau's Survival of the Thickest on Netflix.She continues to regularly appear on mainstream news outlets as a powerfully articulate activist for trans folk, and co-hosts Town Hall: A Black Queer Podcast with Bob the Drag Queen.  We discuss music by Kina, Maxwell, and Janet Jackson. Follow Peppermint online.The other bits:Tracks of Our Queers is recorded and edited between Gadigal and Ngarigo land in Australia, by me, Andy GottListen to all of the music discussed in the pod with the Selections from Tracks of Our Queers playlistYou can email me with your own queer tracks or guest recommendations at tracksofourqueers@gmail.comOur beautiful artwork is illustrated by Luke TribeSend me a short message!Support the showI'd love to hear about your queer tracks. Send me a voice note of a song, album, or artist that has resonated with your life, and I'll include it in an upcoming episode. You can email me your voicenote at tracksofourqueers@gmail.com. Help keep Tracks of Our Queers ad-free by shouting me a coffee right here. Thank you for your support.

✨ New Episode Alert! ✨ QWS Podcast S4E2 – Curtis Campbell On this episode of QWS Podcast, Rob chats with writer, comedian, and theatre artist Curtis Campbell about his debut YA novel The House of Rural Realness (UQP). This razor-sharp, heartfelt, and hilarious book dives into queer community, drag, and self-acceptance—all with a healthy dose of drama! Curtis shares his pathway to publication story, writing tips, the power of humour in tackling heavy themes, and the importance of community—now more than ever. Plus, drag!

“Dreams…they do come true.” On this episode, your hosts Martyr (@dragthemartyr) and Cate (@ctepper) sit down with the Unserious Trans Drag Queen and DJ - Evangeline! They discuss Evangeline's journey growing up in the Hudson Valley, forming the Haus of Peculiar, being part of the drag punk scene, and attending makeup school. Later, we hear more about working with her husband Mauve, creating the drag revue “Sex Change,” producing and DJ'ing at “F*gnet,” performing in Bushwig, and her history with Sasha Velour's Nightgowns. + Follow our guest: @tellevangeline on all social media platforms, and on Venmo: @reallifestrawberry ~ tinyurl.com/wiggingoutpodcast This episode is proudly sponsored by MOTTO- the new queer dating app! Tired of the endless scrolling? With Motto, Motto sends you daily matches of people who match your interests and kinks. There are no fees, no ads, and no nonsense. Use invite code: ZVOGS when signing up. ~ Follow the pod on Instagram and Facebook @wiggingoutpodcast and on twitter @wiggingoutpod Thots, comments, and dick pics? Please send to dragthemartyr@gmail.com Cover art: Madeline De Michele - www.madelinedemichele.com Music: “Club” by Andrew Huang (www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcemy56JtVTrsFIOoqvV8g) under Creative Commons. Edits by C.Tepper

An update on winter storms across Northern California. Also, a queer-owned book and coffee shop in Elk Grove called “A Seat at the Table.” Finally, drag queen Sasha Velour.  Winter Storm Forecast

DragConUK 2025 has come and gone, Cian and Chris talk highlights and share interviews with Sasha Velour, Kylie Sonique Love, Priyanka and Bimini Bon Boulash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past year, hundreds of people in our region joined Vermont Edition as guests. We parsed out complex topics like education spending and the opioid epidemic with elected officials and journalists. We chatted about everything from deer hunting, to houseplant care, to the weather. And we shared your calls and emails as we celebrated collective joys like the eclipse, and collective heartbreaks like the summer flooding.For our last Vermont Edition of the year, we share some of our favorite interviews and moments of 2024: drag queen and Center for Cartoon Studies graduate Sasha Velour, former Gov. Madeleine Kunin, the small team of southern Vermonters who successfully lobbied for a state mushroom, and locals who witnessed the April 8th total solar eclipse.

"RuPaul's Drag Race" star Sasha Velour talks about her new autobiographical stage show, “Velour: A Drag Spectacular,” Lady Gaga, the future of “We're Here,” and why she believes "troll" J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views have made the “Harry Potter” author a “very dangerous presence.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Drew welcomes living legend Sasha Velour to the show to talk about why terrible men on the Internet hate musicals!! Sasha teases her own new drag musical, and they talk about why famous people are weird, bad acting, theater kid culture, Drew being forced to sing acapella for an audition, and so much more! Drew: linktr.ee/drewafualo Sasha Velour: IG / TikTok For sponsorships/partnerships, email contact@pastyourbedtime.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Queen Priyanka steps Behind The Rope. Winner of Canada Drag Race's inaugural season, Pri is here to mention it all. First things first. Priyanka chats about the new season of HBO's Emmy Award Winning “We're Here” in which she visits local towns where drag is banned alongside fellow queens Sasha Velour, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale. Next, we focus on Queen Priyanka's new album and tour of the same name, “Devastasia” - out August 23rd and musical influences and favorites - The Pussycat Dolls, Dainty Kane, Beyonce, Destiny's Child.  We talk Madonna's “Celebration Tour” with Bob The Drag Queen, Elizabeth Berkley, Saved By The Bell, Showgirls, Ryan Murphy's “Pose”, Drag Race, Desperate Housewives, Taylor Swift, Swifties and much, much more.  @thequeenpriyanka @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving!  Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe's 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allegations and Emmy wins coincide with threats of violence and a lawsuit kickstarted by a visit from HBO's "We're Here" to the fundamentalist battleground of Utah. In the face of fascism, what does it mean for drag to be political?  About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Or buy our merch! Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com  Joan Summers' Twitter: @laracroftbarbie Matthew Lawson's Instagram: @_matthewlawson Sources [may cutoff in certain apps]: HBO ‘We're Here' TV series concert in St. George encourages people to be who they want to be, 06/04/22 [St George Utah] Settlement for St. George city manager forced out after drag show will cost taxpayers $625,000, 10/27/22 [SLC Tribune] HATEFUL SCENE: What St. George residents said about drag shows at divided council meeting, 11/04/22 [SLC Tribune] HBO showrunners say St. George drag show controversy should be seen as a warning, 12/07/22 [SLC Tribune] This is what happens when HBO drag queens sashay into ruby-red Granbury, Texas, 11/23/22 [Fort Worth Star Telegram] ‘We're Here' cast & crew faced threats of violence & outright hostility while filming Season 3, 11/23/22 [LGBTQ Nation] As Drag TV Shows Take Off, So Too Does Anti-Drag Legislation, 04/11/23 [Broadcasting + Cable] Rape allegation against Shangela lands as GLAAD and TV academy plan to honor the actor's show, 05/04/23 [LA Times] HBO Donates $100K to LGBTQ+ Groups in States Where ‘We're Here' Filmed, 06/24/23 [Advocate] We're Here season 4 to replace 3 Drag Race queens with new hosts Sasha Velour, Jaida Essence Hall, Priyanka, 07/12/23 [EW] Shangela Reportedly Accused of Sexual Assault by 5 People Days After Alleged Rape Lawsuit Is Dismissed [People] HBO's 'We're Here' drag queens coming to Bartlesville's Unity Square Sunday, 09/29/23 [Examiner-Enterprise] 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Star Shangela's Sexual Assault Accuser Dropping Lawsuit, 02/01/23, [Radar] ‘Drag Race' Star Shangela Accused of Multiple Sexual Assaults, 03/18/24 [THR] Drag Race stars publicly harassed, called homophobic slurs in We're Here season 4 premiere, 04/26/2024 [EW] Milwaukee drag queen Jaida Essence Hall discusses confronting LGBTQ+ discrimination in new season of HBO's 'We're Here', 04/24/24  [MJS] We're Here's new queens Priyanka and Jaida Essence Hall explain big change for season 4, 04/26/24 [Digital Spy] Drag Race queens clash with teen accusing them of joining 'religious cult' on We're Here, 05/03/24 [EW] Drag Race queens clash with teen accusing them of joining 'religious cult' on We're Here, 05/03/24 [EW] Misinformed bigots are no match for Sasha Velour on We're Here, 05/10/24 [OUT]

A pandemic, an election, nationwide uprisings against police brutality, a swarm anti-drag Facebook trolls, and a HBO show walk into a bar in rural South Dakota. What happens next? About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Or buy our merch! Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com  Joan Summers' Twitter: @laracroftbarbie Matthew Lawson's Instagram: @_matthewlawson   Sources [may cut off in certain apps]: On Location: How HBO's ‘We're Here' Brought Drag Shows to Small Towns Across America, 06/30/20, [Conde Nast Traveler] The Personal, Political, and Profound Impact of HBO's 'We're Here', 04/22/20 [Shondaland] HBO's heartfelt "We're Here" is the drag show America needs now, 04/22/20, [Salon] Drag's next act: We're Here, RuPaul, more bring 'money and momentum' to gay TV, 04/21/20 [EW] Shangela and Bob the Drag Queen Dish on Ariana Grande, ‘Queer Eye,' and Active Allyship, 06/29/20 [RS] Shangela and Bob the Drag Queen Urge Voter Turnout in GLAAD PSA, (2020) [Them]  Community has mixed reactions to HBO's 'We're Here' visiting Watertown, 07/30/21 [Watertown Public Opinion] HBO's 'We're Here' drag queen show, filmed in Evansville, features pastor, other locals, 11/05/21 [Courier & Press] Pastor loses his job after performing in drag on HBO's 'We're Here', 12/07/21 [NBC] Settlement for St. George city manager forced out after drag show will cost taxpayers $625,000, 10/27/22 [SLC Tribune] What St. George residents said about drag shows at divided council meeting, 11/04/22 [SLC Tribune] HBO showrunners say St. George drag show controversy should be seen as a warning, 12/07/22 [SLC Tribune] This is what happens when HBO drag queens sashay into ruby-red Granbury, Texas, 11/23/22 [Fort Worth Star Telegram] ‘We're Here' cast & crew faced threats of violence & outright hostility while filming Season 3, 11/23/22 [LGBTQ Nation] Drag Race stars publicly harassed, called homophobic slurs in We're Here season 4 premiere, 04/26/2024 [EW] Milwaukee drag queen Jaida Essence Hall discusses confronting LGBTQ+ discrimination in new season of HBO's 'We're Here', 04/24/24  [MJS] We're Here's new queens Priyanka and Jaida Essence Hall explain big change for season 4, 04/26/24 [Digital Spy] Misinformed bigots are no match for Sasha Velour on We're Here, 05/10/24 [OUT]

Sasha Velour won RuPaul's Drag Race with her spectacular rose-petal lip sync. She wrote and illustrated The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag, drew a New Yorker cover, and sells out almost every show of her New York revue, NightGowns. So why is she taking her act down to Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Bartlesville, Oklahoma? We talk to Velour about this season of her HBO reality show, We're Here. At a moment when drag is both beloved and reviled, a powerful cultural force and a target, we ask Velour what exactly she's looking for in those places, and what essential truth about drag is hidden in the show's title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Because of ‘RuPaul's Drag Race,' drag has exploded. But what is often lost with all this drag we're seeing on our televisions are the stories from small-town America, what's really happening in cities that are sometimes overlooked and where, often, these “drag bans” are popping up. That's where HBO Max's ‘We're Here' comes in. ‘We're Here' shows drag superstars going to small cities to put on a drag show, but along the way stories are told that you rarely here. Stories about the struggles of being LGBT in America today, life in a small town, and how drag can be a force for good. Newsweek's H. Alan Scott spoke with creators Stephen Warren and Johnnie Ingram and director Peter LoGreco about the impact of ‘We're Here,' and two of the new hosts for this new season, Sasha Velour and Latrice Royale from ‘RuPaul's Drag Race.' Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. While you're there, subscribe to Newsweek's ‘For the Culture newsletter. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emmy award-winning reality show "We're Here" focuses on spreading love and connection through the art of drag. In its latest season, four drag artists venture to Tennessee and Oklahoma to get an immersive look into how recent waves of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation have affected local communities. Executive producers Stephen Warren and Johnnie Ingram and drag artist Sasha Velour join us to discuss the fourth season, which makes its premiere on Max tomorrow.  This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

On this week's episode of Beautiful and Bothered, Johnny and Kevin are joined by Casey to discuss all things, Rupaul's Drag Race! When they first discovered Drag Race, the evolution of the franchise, and a deep dive into the Queens of Season 16! They discuss whether a lip-sync smackdown will give us another iconic Sasha Velour rose petal moment, or another Asia O'hara Butterly disaster. Find out their picks for the best runway looks of the season, who they would play in Snatch Game, and their predictions for the finale! Will Nymphia Wind, Sapphira Cristal, or Plane Jane take the crown? Find out as they include their live reactions to the winner of the season! Available on YouTube every SUNDAY  @beautifulandbothered MORE PLACES to LISTEN: SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/3w238ktk APPLE PODCASTS: https://tinyurl.com/mr3rkbcj Follow JOHNNY on social: YouTube: @JohnnyRoss TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrjohnnyross Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjohnnyross/ Follow KEVIN: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keviinbee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keviinbee/ For advertising opportunities, please email: beautifulandbothered@gmail.com

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“It is so nice to see you.” On this episode, your hosts Martyr (@dragthemartyr) and Cate (@ctepper) sit down with Brooklyn's slightly psychic kooky fashion villain, Obscura! We discuss having a birth mother who was a part of the NY nightlife scene and considered “the queen of reading,” going to prom in drag, finding themselves at Bizarre Bushwick, and the influence of Sasha Velour. Later, we hear more about their friendship with RuPaul's Drag Race's Poppy, quitting drag multiple times, and creating their show, “Visions.” Plus, Martyr learns about Chelsea Piers.  Follow our guest:
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Sasha Velour is a gender-fluid drag queen known for her performance artistry, fierce activism, and boundary-breaking scholarship. Sasha is the founder and director of the acclaimed New York City drag revue NightGowns. Her first one-queen show, Smoke & Mirrors, toured to 90 theaters around the world from 2019-2022, including the Folies Bergere and the London Palladium. Her best-selling book The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifest of Drag outlined the untold history of drag alongside her own life (Harper, 2023). She is currently on tour with a stage show of the same name and the show will be at Proctors in Schenectady, New York on March 2.

Ira and Louis dive into the ongoing Nicki Minaj and Megan thee Stallion feud, the uproar after Barbie's perceived Oscar snub, Justin Timberlake's new single, Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, and what the hell the movie Argylle is. Sasha Velour joins to discuss her new tour, Real Housewives, and filming the new season of We're Here.

The world famous drag queen Sasha Velour will bring her live show to the Flynn Performing Arts Center in Burlington on March 3.

For this special bonus episode Joe Black is joined by Sasha Velour! Artist, illustrator and mastermind of big reveals!We talk their upcoming Big Reveal tour, childhood witch related fashion choices and just a sprinkle of vengeance.JOE BLACK - https://www.misterjoeblack.comSASHA VELOUR - https://www.sashavelour.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for the grand extravaganza, as Bob and Monét dive into Part NINE of "The One About Every RuGirl" on Sibling Rivalry! They're back with their unique insights, ready to spill all the tea and share stories about the queens that have graced the Drag Race stage. They cover Nina Bonita Brown, Sasha Velour, Vanessa Vanjie Mateo, and so many more including a drag queen that has been so influential in both Monet and Bob's life: Miss Peppermint. With their trademark humor and unfiltered opinions, they take you on a ride through the Drag Race universe, tackling as many queens as possible amidst their hilarious sidetracks. Tune in for the witty banter, unexpected twists, and of course, to discover what Bob and Monét really think about the queens! Thanks to our sponsors: Start the Good Habit at https://tryfum.com/RIVALRY to save 10% off the Journey Pack today. FX's Feud premieres January 31st on FX. Stream on Hulu Are you still feeding your cat kibble? Head to https://Smalls.com/RIVALRY and use promo code RIVALRY at checkout for 50% off your first order PLUS free shipping!  Want to see exclusive Sibling Rivalry Bonus Content? Head over to www.patreon.com/siblingrivalrypodcast to be the first to see our latest Sibling Rivalry Podcast Videos! @BobTheDragQueen @MonetXChange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connor and Dylan are joined by Paul Schwensen (The Book of Mormon, Wicked). It's the end of another fabulous year of DRAMA and we're wrapping it up with the lovely Ohio boy, Paul Schwensen. Listen in as these Midwestern gays chat about everything under the sun, from Paul's pandemic hair journey, performing with his family in local theatre, and traveling the country in national tours. Did you know that there's a tunnel under DRAMA Boulevard? PERIOD. We get into Paul's sweet doggie Hudson and why Lane Del Ray and Rock Hudson play a pivotal role. Beyonce's Renaissance film, Sasha Velour's book, and old timey nostalgic claymation Christmas movies are also discussed. The boys get the scoop on Paul's Broadway debut in The Book of Mormon, tour life in Miss Saigon and Wicked,and the pants (or pantsless) impact of playing both Fiyero and Chris. We also hear all about Paul's love story with his boyfriend. You're going to love this cozy, connective chat. Happy holidays to you and yours and thanks for being part of the DRAMA Family.Follow Paul on Instagram & TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Big Dipper and Meatball are joined by the iconic Sasha Velour to talk about her prolific drag career, what inspires her art, and the Schiaparelli earrings she's worn for two years. Plus they get the scoop on the new season of “We're Here” on HBO, her book “The Big Reveal,” and her upcoming tour “The Big Reveal Live Show!” And it wouldn't be Sloppy Seconds without some voicemails about douching and spit. Enjoy!Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM PlusCall us with your sex stories at !Or e-mail us at sloppysecondspod@gmail.comFOLLOW SLOPPY SECONDSFOLLOW BIG DIPPERFOLLOW MEATBALLSLOPPY SECONDS IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Dipper and Meatball are joined by the iconic Sasha Velour to talk about her prolific drag career, what inspires her art, and the Schiaparelli earrings she's worn for two years. Plus they get the scoop on the new season of “We're Here” on HBO, her book “The Big Reveal,” and her upcoming tour “The Big Reveal Live Show!” And it wouldn't be Sloppy Seconds without some voicemails about douching and spit. Enjoy! Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Call us with your sex stories at ! Or e-mail us at sloppysecondspod@gmail.com FOLLOW SLOPPY SECONDS FOLLOW BIG DIPPER FOLLOW MEATBALL SLOPPY SECONDS IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drag Superstar Sasha Velour gets Very Merry Delta as she joins Delta Work on the world's premiere Luxury Public Access YouTube Talk Show and Podcast! Sasha and Delta talk about it all: Starbucks almond croissants, perfume solids, Vegas in Space, cleaning velour, and the new season of We're Here! Plus, Delta goes off on what she loves about Utah! Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus   Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com   FOLLOW DELTA @deltawork   VERY THAT IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It all comes down to this; the Finale Lip Sync Smackdown of Season 9; featuring stunts and shows, and a whole lot of rose petals. Join Alaska and Willam as they recap this herstory-making episode of television, which includes a luminous RuPaul giving just a taste of performance, all the queens from Season 9, and some iconic reveals and lip sync moments from the Top 4. Join us in congratulating Sasha Velour on her win. Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM Plus Follow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives Matter FOLLOW ALASKA https://twitter.com/Alaska5000 https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000 https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunder https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQ FOLLOW WILLAM https://twitter.com/willam https://www.instagram.com/willam https://www.facebook.com/willam https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1g RACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It all comes down to this; the Finale Lip Sync Smackdown of Season 9; featuring stunts and shows, and a whole lot of rose petals. Join Alaska and Willam as they recap this herstory-making episode of television, which includes a luminous RuPaul giving just a taste of performance, all the queens from Season 9, and some iconic reveals and lip sync moments from the Top 4. Join us in congratulating Sasha Velour on her win.Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFollow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We all have thoughts that can be seemingly absurd or self-contradictory. In this week's episode, both of our storytellers reckon with their conflicting thoughts.Part 1: After surviving breast cancer, comedian Ophira Eisenberg hates the pink breast cancer awareness ribbon.Part 2: After the sudden death of his mom, Richard Kemeny feels numb to the world and his feelings.Ophira Eisenberg is a standup comic and host of NPR's nationally syndicated comedy, trivia show Ask Me Another where she interviews and plays silly games with Sir Patrick Stewart, Taye Diggs, Awkwafina, Roxane Gay, Terry Crews, Jessica Walter, Josh Groban, Nick Kroll, Tony Hawk, George Takei, Sasha Velour, Ethan Hawke, Julia Stiles, Lewis Black, Uzo Aduba, Michael C. Hall and more. She also is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in their best-selling books, including the most recent: Occasional Magic: True Stories About Defying the Impossible. Ophira's own comedic memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy was optioned for a feature film. She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week At The Comedy Cellar, The New Yorker Festival, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. Her comedy special Inside Joke is available on Amazon and iTunes.Richard Kemeny is a freelance science and travel writer based in London. His work has appeared in New Scientist, The Atlantic, Science, Hakai, the BBC and National Geographic. He used to produce The Economist's science and tech podcast, Babbage, and has reported from several countries for PRI's The World. He has received fellowships to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Marine Biological Laboratory, and used to work for a coral reef restoration foundation on the northern coast of Colombia. In his spare time he goes bouldering or thinks about cold water swimming. He is @rakemeny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We all have thoughts that can be seemingly absurd or self-contradictory. In this week's episode, both of our storytellers reckon with their conflicting thoughts. Part 1: After surviving breast cancer, comedian Ophira Eisenberg hates the pink breast cancer awareness ribbon. Part 2: After the sudden death of his mom, Richard Kemeny feels numb to the world and his feelings. Ophira Eisenberg is a standup comic and host of NPR's nationally syndicated comedy, trivia show Ask Me Another where she interviews and plays silly games with Sir Patrick Stewart, Taye Diggs, Awkwafina, Roxane Gay, Terry Crews, Jessica Walter, Josh Groban, Nick Kroll, Tony Hawk, George Takei, Sasha Velour, Ethan Hawke, Julia Stiles, Lewis Black, Uzo Aduba, Michael C. Hall and more. She also is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in their best-selling books, including the most recent: Occasional Magic: True Stories About Defying the Impossible. Ophira's own comedic memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy was optioned for a feature film. She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week At The Comedy Cellar, The New Yorker Festival, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. Her comedy special Inside Joke is available on Amazon and iTunes. Richard Kemeny is a freelance science and travel writer based in London. His work has appeared in New Scientist, The Atlantic, Science, Hakai, the BBC and National Geographic. He used to produce The Economist's science and tech podcast, Babbage, and has reported from several countries for PRI's The World. He has received fellowships to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Marine Biological Laboratory, and used to work for a coral reef restoration foundation on the northern coast of Colombia. In his spare time he goes bouldering or thinks about cold water swimming. He is @rakemeny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After an unforgettable final lip sync to Whitney Houston's “So Emotional” in 2017, Sasha Velour was crowned the Season 9 winner of “RuPaul's Drag Race.” That performance went down in drag history and was even parodied on “SNL” two years later. Sasha's latest book, “The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag,” chronicles drag's history, interwoven with her own personal story. She tells Tom about her grandmother's that encouraged her drag as a child, the moment she won “Drag Race” and how her mother's battle with cancer inspired her signature bald look. Plus, Rêve burst onto the scene with her dance hit “CTRL+ALT+DEL” in 2021, winning her dance recording of the year at this year's Juno Awards. Now, Reve's just released her debut studio album, “Saturn Return,” inspired by the major astrological event that marks a transformative time in one's life. Rêve tells Tom the story behind the album's title track.

Drag Race season 9 winner Sasha Velour joins Dua to discuss her new book, The Big Reveal, which chronicles drag's roots, its champions, and the challenges it's faced. They discuss whether or not she'd ever return to the hit TV series for an all-winners season, the state of drag in America (and more globally) in recent years, and why intersectionality and inclusion is at the heart and soul of her art. It's a powerful conversation you'll find yourself truly enriched by. For more information on Sasha Velour's book, including ways to purchase it, please visit https://www.sashavelour.com/the-big-reveal. To get in touch, please send us an email to podcast@service95.com — and if you're enjoying the show, make sure to subscribe so that you are the first to hear about any new episodes of At Your Service. You can follow @service95 on Instagram and Twitter for all Dua Lipa: At Your Service updates. To receive the Service95 newsletter, introduced each week by Dua, subscribe at www.service95.com

We are back, just us, because we stand with SAG-AFTRA and the WGA. You Might Know Us From hosting this podcast, complaining and obsessing over And Just Like That, and our morbid curiosity about the new “senior” Bachelor.  In this episode we're breaking down our understanding of the strike and how we'll continue to pivot away from actor interviews until there is a fair agreement with the studios. We're also gossiping about Barbie, terrible reality TV tropes, the essence of beauty that is Jaida Essence Hall, and somehow relating And Just Like That back to… The Facts of Life. We really get a kick out of each other! Stay tuned and we'll be back…maybe sooner than usual!  Follow us on social media: @youmightknowherfrom || @damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this month: We stand with the SAG/AFTRA and WGA strike  Norma Rae Ron Leibman married to Jessica Walter but before that Linda Lavin Linda Lavin's “Some People” is plagued by the stair staging Tommy Lee and Pam Anderson sex tape is wholesome Anne went to John B Maclamore's house from S***Town Anne went to Florida; Damian is a birth orderist. It's time for Looseface And Just Like That is back but should it be?  Mary and Rhoda (2000) / Cagney & Lacey Together Again (1995) Facts of Life Reunion (tv film, 2001)  sans Nancy McKeon (whom we interviewed: YMKHF #3) Sherwood Schwartz created The Brady Bunch Reminder: reboot pieces of shit There's an OLD Bachelor  Drag Race is horrible this season The new We're Here features Priyanka, Sasha Velour and Jaida Essence Hall Barbie movie we ain'ts sure Greta Gerwig gets points for Jayne Houdyshell (Ep #39) and Amy forward Little Women  

In many ways, Drag Superstar Sasha Velour's Drag Mothers were her grandmas, who encouraged her exploration of drag at a young age. The lessons she learned from them inform her approach to mentoring other drag queens today.

By many measures, drag is more popular than ever. At the same time, there's a growing number of states passing or debating laws to restrict or ban the art form. But what is drag? And what does it represent to those who create it? One of today's reigning queens explains the significance to Jeffrey Brown for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Tune in every Friday for more WOW Report. 10) Rainbow Book Bus with Dr. Eric Cervini @00:53  9) Ursula's Makeup Controversy @08:45 8) Hot Doc: Being Mary Tyler Moore @14:34 7) Hot Ticket: Fantasia in Concert @20:39  6) NOT Hot: Texas Drag Bill @24:30 5) The Succession Finale @29:23 4) Remembering Tina Turner @35:42 3) Succession FAIL at Cannes @41:07 2) Rest in Perfection: George Maharis @47:04 1) Sasha Velour with The Big Reveal @50:00

Sasha Velour on the famous lip synch that won her “RuPaul's Drag Race” Season 9, her new book, “The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag,” and what drag queens are talking about with one another during a time when their livelihoods are being threatened. Plus, Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Emm Gryner on finding love during the pandemic, her fondness of Steely Dan, and the story behind her new song, “Loose Wig.”

Just in time for the finale of ‘RuPaul's Drag Race,' season 9 winner Sasha Velour joins Sam to talk about the political push to criminalize drag, the long history of the art form, and her drag transformation from Wicked Witch of the West to Gollum. Her new book is called ‘The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Drag queen icon Sasha Velour (winner of Drag Race S9) chats with Nicole about coming out to their dad at a TGI Fridays, the challenges of working with their boyfriend, and speaks out on the current backlash against drag.  We just recorded a fabulous LIVE episode of Why Won't You Date Me with Gigi Goode! It's available on video on demand until April 19th. Stream it now at moment.co/dateme. Write to Nicole! Submit your dirty pick-up lines, dating stories, or questions to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com for a chance to have it read on-air. Follow Nicole Byer: Twitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerMerch: podswag.com/datemeNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

The final four are headed to space this week courtesy of the RuZQ to add their two cents in eight bars to RuPaul's “Blame It on the Edit.” But first, we debate whether it's Anetra or Sasha getting the winner's edit based on the narratives of these Tic Tac lunches and Blame it on the Amazon for having to sit through so many mop commercials.The girls are out of small talk in the workroom, giving us time to also talk about our love for Roxxxy Andrews in “Read U Wrote U,” Tyra's run on Season 2, Kennedy Goddamn Davenport in general, Sasha Velour's semifinals golemography, the various love letters of Drag Race, Johnny Guitar and even some strong feelings on picnic salads. We get beautiful gowns, beautiful gowns on the runway, terrifying messages from the future to their past selves, and the double shantay we've been expecting all season. To wrap things up, we spin out on an extended tangent about early 2000's romcoms often starring Bradley Cooper. Want even more Alright Mary? Become a Matreon at the Sister Mary level to get access to Nuance, the Alright Mary aftershow, plus movie reviews and past seasons of US Drag Race, UK, Canada, Down Under, Philippines and more.Join us at our OnlyMary's level for EVEN MORE movie reviews, brackets, and deep dives into our personal lives!Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmaryEmail: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @alrightmarypodJohnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram)Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram)Web: www.alrightmary.comThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/alrightmary!

Sasha Velour is a gender-fluid drag queen, visual artist, author, and the winner on season nine of “RuPaul's Drag Race,” but today she's in the apartment to sashay on Ash-lay and crew! We discuss gender fluidity, discovering drag from a young age, and coming out to your parents over a plate of bacon potato skins. Ashley staffs a gay law firm. Maddie is pumpin' iron.   You can follow Sasha on IG and Tiktok: @sashavelour, Twitter: @sasha_velour, And you can preorder her book, “The Big Reveal,” NOW over on her website: ▶ https://www.sashavelour.com/  ASHLEY IS DROPPING A SPECIAL SOON! Join her text list to be the first to know: ▶ https://www.ashleygavin.com/#dates, or text “tour” to +1 (877) 497-0441 Support WHGS for bonus content, uncut podcasts, live streams, and more: ▶ https://www.patreon.com/WHGS Check out our merch ▶ https://shop.merchcentral.com/collections/ashley-gavin  ______________________________________________ – CONNECT WITH US! – Ashley Gavin's Tour Dates: https://www.ashleygavin.com/#dates Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/6de0153eb9c8/whgs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashgavs ——— Maddie Wiener's Newsletter and Tour Dates:  https://www.maddiewiener.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddietwiener/?hl=en  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maddietwiener  Twitter: https://twitter.com/maddietwiener  ——— Produced & Edited by Alex “swetshop” Vrahas: https://www.instagram.com/swetshopz/?hl=en  ——— Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yn4BLn9UPXA  ______________________________________________ – SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! – Helix: ▶ Get up to 20% off all mattress and two free pillows at https://www.helixsleep.com/gaysex Calm: ▶ Go to https://www.calm.com/gay for 40% off a Calm Premium subscription Rocket Money: ▶ Cancel unwanted subscriptions at https://www.rocketmoney.com/ashley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meatball and Big Dipper discuss their favorite musical theatre songs, Rihanna's Super Bowl performance, and Dipper's upcoming documentary project. Plus Meatball shares her plans for serving a sundae from a Fleshjack, and her upcoming performance at Sasha Velour's NightGowns. And of course they listen to voicemails about body positivity and piss. Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM PlusCall us with your sex stories at 213-536-9180!Or e-mail us at sloppysecondspod@gmail.comFOLLOW SLOPPY SECONDSFOLLOW BIG DIPPERFOLLOW MEATBALLSLOPPY SECONDS IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meatball and Big Dipper discuss their favorite musical theatre songs, Rihanna's Super Bowl performance, and Dipper's upcoming documentary project. Plus Meatball shares her plans for serving a sundae from a Fleshjack, and her upcoming performance at Sasha Velour's NightGowns. And of course they listen to voicemails about body positivity and piss. Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Call us with your sex stories at 213-536-9180! Or e-mail us at sloppysecondspod@gmail.com FOLLOW SLOPPY SECONDS FOLLOW BIG DIPPER FOLLOW MEATBALL SLOPPY SECONDS IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creme Fatale & Mr Fatale join me for a delightful and insightful chat about cartoon creations, where the Fatale romance began, noisy neighbors, doing drag in San Francisco, student loan suffering, death metal favorites, the many flavors and stereotypes of ADHD, Black Sabbath, the fantasy football of online drag critics, monoculture miseries, electric violin, finding therapeutic clues thru memes, working with Sasha Velour, dodgy endorsements and so much more