It's sure been a while.... but we're back! In this episode the Brenda's waste no time getting straight back into all the fun! Catching up on everything from Courtney losing ANOTHER reality show, to Vanity fighting trolls on TikTok. Plus, we have a new segment! Each week we will be following the yellow brick road to a different moment in queer history. First up, Carlotta on Number 96! CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Lead Senior Producer/Editor: Hannah Bowman Managin...
May 18, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 1
When Brenda, Call Me! first launched we wowed listeners with our astounding honesty, Polari lessons, 20 years of friendship (and the stories that come with that) and all our fantastic guests from around the world. Now we're back for season two, so hold on to your rootin' wig and prepare for a good time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2022•2 min
You gave us the love and we felt your support. This one is dedicated to ALL OF YOU lovely queens. CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Aug 11, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Here's to ALL the times we've spoken about our sex lives! Tear if you dare, honey... CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Aug 04, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Let's have a kiki, darl as we revisit some of our favourite guests from season one.... CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Guests: Adam Lambert, Bianca Del Rio, Trixie Mattel, Katya Zamolodchikova, and Rebecca More Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find more ...
Jul 28, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 25
The Brendas take us on a trip down memory lane as they revisit Vanity's memories of growing up in a caravan park, Courtney's obsession with She-Ra dolls, and wild sexual fantasies involving war movies and naked Calvin Klein mannequins. CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyv...
Jul 21, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 24
If only life was as smooth as Courtney's legs before a Grindr hookup comes over for a visit... In this ep the Brendas delve into the downs that have led to the ups and everything in between. In this episode, Courtney and Vanity share personal moments and deeply felt experiences about anxiety and depression. If anything you hear has a triggering effect, please reach out to someone who can help. Or remember you can speak to Lifeline at any time on 13 11 14. CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Va...
Jul 14, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Don't you wish you had all the Drag Race Down Under moments from season one in one easy to digest episode? Well, look no further darl! CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Guests: Rhys Nicholson, Jojo Zaho, Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find mo...
Jul 07, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Think of this episode like a Polari 101. It'll help you get up to speed with all of the words Courtney and Vanity have been using this past season in Lavender Linguistics. Bona! CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find more g...
Jun 30, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 21
So for the finale of season one, we wanted to do things a little differently and get Brenda in IT to send us all of the best questions you've asked all season. We answer them ALL, including: What's Vanity's skin routine like? What would Courtney say to RuPaul if they were alone in a room together? And, has Courtney ever had a sex dream about Vanity? Our polari word of the week is: "ahoya" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Edito...
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Masks, glitter, and eyelashes galore... On this episode, we find out what was it like for Vanity to work as Associate Make Up Designer and Wig Supervisor on the set of Pricilla, Queen of the Dessert. Our polari word of the week is: "Mauve" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Stream Priscilla, Queen of the Desert on Google Play https://bit.ly/35DY5JX Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly...
Jun 16, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 19
"Imagine having a wig line... that'd be FABULOUS!"- Vanity What was once a distant dream is now an accomplishment to be proud of. Courtney and Vanity take us through the origin story of their wig business 'Wigs by Vanity'. How did it start? What did it take? Who was involved? Our polari word of the week is: "Riah" In this episode, Courtney and Vanity share personal moments and deeply felt experiences about life and death. If anything you hear has a triggering effect, please reach out...
Jun 09, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 18
With Drag Race Down Under making headlines, the Brendas reflect on reality TV: its audiences, the appeal, and what it was all like pre-social media. Plus, did Courtney actually crash tackle Kylie Minogue at Mardi Gras? And it’s Courtney's final week in Sydney so a going away party is a MUST. But who didn't make it on the invite list? HINT HINT - their name starts with a V and they're a host on this show! Our polari word of the week is: "Drag" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Van...
Jun 02, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 17
The Brendas spill all the tea from their performance at Poof Doof last weekend, including how the clubbing scene has totally changed and ... did Courtney flash a bit of moose knuckle? Also, between ripped pants and iconic acting, Courtney and Vanity have A LOT to say about what they've been watching recently. Our polari word of the week is: "Metzas" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS B...
May 26, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 16
What does the future hold for the Cock Destroyers? Well, you'll hear it straight from a Cock Destroyers' mouth in this week's episode. Porn star, MILF and all-round superwoman, Rebecca More joins Courtney and Vanity as she cums to terms with the devastating split to talk about her experience as an Only Fans connoisseur, what it's like dealing with LIMP cock, and how the hell she manages to get through so much red lipstick. Our polari word of the week is: "Chicken Ranch" CREDITS Hosts: Cour...
May 19, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Botox, fillers, and Brazilian butt lifts are all things Vanity. But has this silicon queen turned a corner? And will she ever be able to convince Courtney to go under the knife? Our polari word of the week is: "Trolly Ride" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity Nova Podcast...
May 12, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 14
We chat to Jojo Zaho on being Australia's own Porkchop, making her own costumes (and the important message behind them), plus she spills what her three choices were for Snatch Game. Our Sydney-polari word of the week is: "G'nirl" and Jojo gives us a bonus word of the week. CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Jojo Zaho Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under is available to stream on Sta...
May 05, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Incoming RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under goss straight from the horse's mouth! Aussie comedian and Drag Race judge Rhys Nicholson joins the Brendas for a cheeky chat about Ru's under the table slippers, special guest judges, and behind-the-scenes tea even Tina from TV week would have missed. Our polari word of the week is: "Grey Nurse" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Rhys Nicholson Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINK...
Apr 28, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 12
With a filthy mouth and bucket loads of astounding honesty, Katya Zamolodchikova gives her side of the 'poo story', opens up about her pursuit for true love and talks about that time she was jailed in Australia. Our polari word of the week is: "Scarper" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Katya Zamolodchikova Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Courtney Act's Instagr...
Apr 21, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Courtney voice has gone kaput, so this week's show is a liiiittle different! The Brenda's answer all of your questions, including: how did Vanity get her start in drag, what is the worst drag related injury they've had, and who is the most famous person to have worn one of their wigs? Our polari word of the week is: "Nanti Voche" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Brenda, Call Me! Music V...
Apr 14, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 10
We know all about Trixie Mattel's wild contouring, her penchant for Barbies, and her mad musical talent. But did you know she can't start the day without watching ALL of Vanity's Instagram stories? Our polari word of the week is: "Latty" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Trixie Mattel Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Trixie Mattel's Instagram @trixiemattel Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya Court...
Apr 07, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Three words: Bianca. Del. Rio! The queen of roasting, costume making and Drag Race calls us all the way from her throne in Palm Springs. Also, what sad story does Bianca claim would've led Courtney Act to win season 6 of RuPaul's Drag Race? Our polari word of the week is: "Ogle Bats" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Bianca Del Rio Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS Bianca Del Rio's Instagram @thebiancadelrio Bianc...
Mar 31, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Courtney's dad Gill joins today's episode and we find out the story behind his iconic moustache. Courtney also sets the record straight about those plastic surgery rumours. Our polari word of the week is: "naff pots in the cupboard" CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Gilberto Jenek (Gill) Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman LINKS William and Alaska's Hot Goss episode with Vanity https://bit.ly/39rEvTx Brenda, Call Me! Musi...
Mar 24, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Goodbye glossies and hello, Adam Lambert! Courtney casually rings up her mate Adam Lambert and he tells us which iconic movie role he auditioned for but didn't get, deets about a special live event he's curating for Stonewall, and what it's like touring with the legendary band Queen. Our polari word of the week is: "Dolly Ecaf" Email us at [email protected] (Brenda from IT would love to hear some voice notes too) CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Adam Lambert Managing ...
Mar 17, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The cast of Drag Race Down Under has been revealed, so which queen are Courtney and Vanity rooting for? Plus, the girls spill all the juicy details of their Mardi Gras weekend... including a run in with the police. And to top things off they almost get annihilated by a bottle of champagne in the studio. Our polari word of the week is: "Betty Bangles" Email us at [email protected] (Brenda from IT is loving your emails) CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andre...
Mar 10, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Merry Gay Christmas and Happy Mardi Gras everyone! Which of the Brendas makes a surprise glossy appearance? And why might Vanity not join this year's celebrations? In other news, Orlando Bloom and Matt Shirvington's packages were subject to (very) close inspection. Our polari word of the week is: "ajax" Email us at [email protected] (Brenda from IT has outdone herself this time) CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assist...
Mar 03, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Has Vanity broken her vow of celibacy already? The Lady Grindr saga continues. How did Courtney get into performing and what was Vanity's childhood like? Finally, what do Calvin Klein models, mannequins, and soldiers have in common? You're about to find out... Our polari word of the week is: "vada" Email us at [email protected] (Brenda from IT is back at her desk this time) CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant P...
Feb 24, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Who better to call and ask for a Polari word than the legendary queen herself, CARLOTTA? Also, what's the reason for Vanity's celibacy and why on earth was "yellow rubber gloves" on Courtney's shopping list recently? Our polari word of the week is: "bona jaari" Email us at [email protected] (it will work this time, we promise!) CREDITS Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity Guest: Carlotta Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia Assistant Producer : Hannah Bowman L...
Feb 17, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 2
If Courtney Act and Vanity are the hosts of this show, then who THE HELL is Brenda? Other than giving a quick show name explainer, the queens flick through actual glossies and enter a world where Brad and Jen are back together, Chaz Bono and Courtney Act have tied the knot, and Camilla is ruining Princess Eugenie's life. Finally, what almost ruined Courtney's childhood Christmas and how did Vanity manage to break her wrist? Our polari word of the week is: "Omy Palone " and "Pal...
Feb 10, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Drag sisters in crime, Courtney Act and Vanity have a new podcast: Brenda, Call Me! Friends for over twenty years, they’ve gone through it all together. Catch up with them each week as they let it all hang out discussing everything and nothing. It’s the Seinfeld of podcasts. Coming soon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2021•2 min
