From NYMPHOWARS , the International Amuse Douche chanteuse Macy Rodman joins me via satellite from Pittsburgh to discuss the lurid, sinister and quasi-legal pleasures of David Cronenberg’s prescient 1983 masterpiece VIDEODROME . We talk the divine Deborah Harry, Spectacular Optical, the brilliant actor yet repellent person that is James Woods, Canadian content, tax-shelter filmmaking, the continued relevance of Cronenberg’s cultural commentary, Scott Baio's bogus blacklisting, foley work revelat...
Dec 19, 2023•2 hr 7 min
Willam joins me to discuss the power and particulars of the latest and greatest adaptation of a story as old as show-business itself : 2018's A STAR IS BORN. Starring Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper (who also co-wrote and directed) with William, Shangela, Andrew Dice Clay & Sam Elliott. Willam takes us through the casting process, working with Gaga & Cooper, Stefani's backrubs, ARTPOP, Cooper's supportive collaborative nature, the ins-and-outs & ups-and-downs of a working actor and th...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Shocked to learn of the death of our darling Sophie. To celebrate the laughter, love and lust she brought to this world, here is an encore presentation of our first chat in London, from 2019. Rest In Peace, my dear 💔 Original Episode Notes: Craig welcomes the enchanting Sophie Anderson to London HQ1 for her very first podcast! We talk Cock Destroyers, Krispy Kremes, being a Mom, finding your community, the power of spunk, sunglasses in the house days, VHS porn, plastic surgery, Trixie Mattel, g...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 51 min
Gala Avary of The Gala Show & The Video Archives Podcast celebrates her birthday by joining me to talk Uncle Ken’s lurid 1984 classic CRIMES OF PASSION . We examine the magic mirth and mayhem of Russell’s aesthetic, Anthony Perkins’ penchant for poppers, the majesty of Kathleen Turner, sex-worker positivity, Gala & Craig’s “Correct Cut” feud, Oliver Reed, Robert Stigwood, Paul Nicholas, Sir Paul Williams, Celebrity Big Brother as well as Movies, Cinema AND Film 🍿🎥🎬 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GAL...
Dec 04, 2023•2 hr 25 min
Legendary filmmaker Allan Arkush joins me to talk GET CRAZY, directing Dokken, Bette Midler, getting dosed by The Grateful Dead, enrolling the Ramones into ROCK'N'ROLL HIGH SCHOOL, dealing with difficult people (Chevy Chase, Andy Kaufman), getting Sinatra to do more than one take, FAME, Mick Jagger’s kitchen, Electric Larry, making THE TEMPTATIONS, graduating Roger Corman University, directing episodes of ST. ELSEWHERE & MOONLIGHTING, Mary Woronov, Executive Producing HEROES, working for Bil...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 31 min
A sleaze masterpiece directed by star Anthony Perkins, PSYCHO 3 plunges Norman Bates deep into the vibe & venom of the mid 80s Nashville's pre-eminent film critic, curator & connoisseur Jason Shawhan joins me to talk Perkins magic, the consistent brilliance of the PSYCHO franchise, the horror of Bill Wyman, Alfred Hitchcock, lurid lighting, Michael Mann's BATMAN, Siskel & Ebert's review, Brian De Palma, Perkins' personal life, Quentin Tarantino, the silky synth score from Carter Burw...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 46 min
The hilarious & charming Venus Black joins me to talk Subculture, Elvira, beer roadies, Paul Schrader, underground drag, Videodrome Discothèque, how to sneak booze into venues, Steven Tyler’s Can O’ Coke & Pill Stuffed Scarf, feather boas, Tootsie, Knott’s Berry Farm and much more. Head over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Snatch up ad-free & early versions of these episodes, exclusive bonus episodes AND get in early on Movie Clubs. Add your questions, comments ...
Nov 24, 2023•2 hr 16 min
The hilarious stand-up comic Olivia Flood-Wylie joins me to laugh and talk the current comedy scene, audience energy, meeting her sweetie in Amsterdam, our shared membership in the Bipolar gang, the perils of perfectionism, Dara Ó Briain , The Comedy Store, karaoke disasters, the legendary rudeness and inherent danger of Canadians and more. More Olivia! https://www.instagram.com/oliviafloodwylie/ Head over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Snatch up ad-free & early versions...
Nov 16, 2023•2 hr 19 min
Comedian, writer, raconteur, director and fellow podcaster Jake Fogelnest joins me to talk being new fathers, stating SQUIRT TV on public access at age 14 before taking it to MTV, rebuilding after rehab, TIMES SQUARE, Upright Citizens Brigade, our shared obsession with RSO Records & Filmworks, LADIES & GENTLEMEN THE FABULOUS STAINS, Jake’s podcast and much more. Head over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Snatch up ad-free & early versions of these episodes, exclusive...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Anne Carlisle - the star and co-writer of LIQUID SKY - joins me and James St. James for an in-depth exploration of this pioneering film. One of the first films to explicitly depict & discuss pansexuality, androgyny & gender fluidity in any substantial way, LIQUID SKY also serves as an essay on toxic masculinity, ingrained homophobia and the ingrained misogyny of both overground & underground culture. LIQUID SKY’s hyper-stylized neon soaked aesthetic & aggressively bizarre, comple...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Defying Goth Charlotte’s sage advice, I open The Lament Configuration and plunge into a world full sights & scenes I never imagined: Clive Barker’s HELLRAISER. Will I escape the clutches of Pinhead & their backup band? You’ll have to listen now to find out. For more Goth Charlotte, sign-up to her OnlyFans now to get the whole picture. And more. Charlotte Sartre Twitter https://x.com/gothcharlotte Instagram https://instagram.com/gothcharlotte?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Get lots of hott bonus...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Craig and special guest co-host Jake Shears welcome Jessica Harper to talk Crabby Cooking, naked rooftop dancing, Weapons Of Ass Destruction, Jessica’s fabulous podcast “Winnetka”, Bette Midler, the magic of Paul Williams, being a mom, “Phantom Of The Paradise”, spanking situations, Dario Argento, “Stardust Memories”, bakin’ til it bubbles, being in “Suspiria” twice,, Brian De Palma, WASPland, “Shock Treatment”, working across the hall from New York Dolls, bad trips, full-circle moments and more...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 2 min
During my stay in San Francisco with Cherry & Sophie, we discovered that Dozer Torn had never seen The Rocky Horror Picture Show ...or even heard of it. Needless to say, our mission was immediately obvious. We discuss the sparks of queer and kinky awakenings Rocky bestowed upon so many of us, Tim Curry's unmatched majesty, Richard O'Brien's staggering genius, spectacularly horrible interviews, Richard's gender dysphoria & eventual transition, Times Square , Dozer's reactions to his first...
Oct 20, 2023•2 hr 16 min
Standup comic, Twitch partner and gamer par-excellence Lisa Wallen joins me to discuss film adaptations of beloved video games, Metal Gear Solid, the original Snake Plissken, party parents, anime, neutralizing trolls, Zelda, gremlin mode, Gundam love, tailgating, Resident Evil, OCD, getting doxxed after suffering a life-changing personal tragedy, increasing your quality of life by embracing your passions, moving to LA from Seattle and much more.. For more Lisa: https://linktr.ee/wisalallen Check...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 36 min
Trans icon Cid Bullens & I continue our in-depth chat about his fabulous new book TransElectric: My Life As A Cosmic Rock Star , getting clean & sober in the hedonistic 70s, dealing with the loss of his daughter, existential depression and much more. https://cidnybullens.com/home Buy TransElectric: My Life as a Cosmic Rock Star https://a.co/d/fKXfHkK Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Be a Pal, a Friend, a Friend With Be...
Oct 04, 2023•2 hr 37 min
The legendary Cid Bullens joins me to talk about his fabulous new book TransElectric: My Life As A Cosmic Rock Star , transitioning at 62, gender dysphoria, working with & hanging out with Elton John, the gender spectrum, dissociation, American Bandstand , implicit expectations of gender presentation in varying contexts, misogyny in the music business, making your way into the rooms that matter, Bob Ezrin, confronting career disappointments and much more. https://cidnybullens.com/home Buy Tr...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 35 min
I'm joined by guest co-host Deven Green and welcome the legendary James St. James to talk Michelle Visage, the influence and loss of Stephen Saban, showing gratitude with pizza-pies, ketamine predicaments, friend families, Transformations With James St. James , working at World Of Wonder, chasing bumps, Disco Bloodbath , drag queen retirement homes, Andy Warhol, the Club Kid era, Michael Alig, the Studio 54 of Saginaw, Hott Hospital, the writing process, the glory of Pia Zadora and more. Partici...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Nashville’s pre-eminent film writer & curator Jason Shawhan joins me for an in-depth discussion and analysis of the feminist (and undercover queer) 1985 cult-classic that is THE LEGEND OF BILLIE JEAN. Mistakenly dismissed at the time of release as just another junk teen flick, BILLIE JEAN is a commentary on American classism, misogyny, the power of technology to platform & amplify previously ignored voices (VHS then, TikTok now), gender roles & more. A Helen Slater gem that is just a...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 13 min
The all-singin’ all-dancing’ playwright, comedienne, musician and raconteur known as Kelly Mantle joins me for a jolly chat about having multiple personality disorder, Pia Zadora, Zoom issues, the union strikes, Ann-Margret, playwriting, Warhol films, growing up in Oklahoma, unconditional love, the specialness of being different, Robert Altman, filthy footballs, stock market savvy, the magic of Sissy Spacek, gender expression PLUS films, movies AND cinema! Kelly Mantle is ON TOUR! Getcher ticket...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 58 min
The illustrious production and PR wizardess from Five Senses Reeling joins me to talk wrangling drag queens, being a child actor, working with the skinny legend, how country acts outpace rock stars and drag queens or…anyone, how to discreetly handle rehabs, navigating and managing major depressive disorder and much much more! Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Be a Pal, a Friend, a Friend With Benefits or a Best Friend and recei...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 36 min
Joey Jay and I continue our chat about who you take advice from, being the final judge of your own work, standing firm with your signature, drive-by drag shows, IV bags, putting yourself out there, making your own opportunities, Joey’s romantic life, mindful approaches to mutually beneficial dating, the impact of Aurora Sexton, Paula Abdul, favorite numbers and more. Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Be a Pal, a Friend, a Frien...
Jul 13, 2023•45 min
The illustrious & determinedly positive Joey Jay joins me for Part 1 of our lovely chat to talk gay awakenings, figure skating, Olympic ambitions, putting in the work, bring a quick study & adroit observer, not blaming the edit, the value and reward of being kind & easy to work with, Season 13, #dragrace, maximizing opportunities, astrology tattoos, self-care essentials, vape pens, and much more. Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/C...
Jul 06, 2023•59 min
The fabulous Michael Des Barres returns to converse about staying in the present, Keith Richards, inside arms, being the one you’ve been searching for, growing up without parents, shedding & avoiding resentment, a proper cup of coffee, mental health and more. Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Be a Pal, a Friend, a Friend With Benefits or a Best Friend and receive early & uncut ad-free versions of these episodes, exclusi...
Jun 27, 2023•55 min
My friend, former neighbor and the moral compass of VANDERPUMP RULES joins me for Part 2 of our talk about opening the Something About Her sandwich shop with Ariana Madix, the benefits of divorce, the undeniable icks,,seeing what we want to see, dating again, uncomfortable realizations, non-monogamy, the sometimes shifting sands of friendships,refusing to absorb other’s negative energy, Scandoval, holding yourself accountable, trusting your intuition, betrayal, the complicated nature of being th...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 20 min
HAPPY PRIDE! To celebrate the beginning of Pride Month, here is an Encore Presentation of the chat I had with Miz Cracker, during which I came out as queer. If you are questioning or exploring your sexuality, remember to take things at your own speed, ignore pressure from anyone else, and do what's best for you. Craig welcomes Miz Cracker to talk salty puns, getting grabbed at the museum, making the most of a solo trip to New York City, the Last Chance Bench at Barracuda, bookshelves in the snow...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 19 min
An encore presentation of one of my favorite episodes, in which Miss Fame woke Craig up during his NYC stay in April to talk sleep habits, Season 7, over-scheduling yourself, The Freds, having a rock in the pocket, supermodels of the Nineties, private clients, the imposter syndrome, wild scenes from the single-wide, getting sober, walking the red carpet at Cannes, compartmentalized questions, getting paid to eat cake, partnership addiction, matching your outfit to your mood, carrying yourself wi...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 44 min
The brilliant, hilarious and inspiring Charlie Valentine joins Craig for a chat about finding fulfillment through sex work, exploring gender, surprises in the playroom, ethical non-monogamy, mental health, the majesty of Ada Zanditon, ADHD & the medicine shortage, Goth Charlotte, recognizing and managing bipolar disorder, Drag Race, favorite queens, Torture Garden, the parallels between sex workers & drag queens, the dedication to safety in the sex work industry Vs. the danger in so many...
May 16, 2023•2 hr 20 min
The brilliant and gorgeous Juno Birch joins me to talk The Juno Show tour, asthmatic smoking, the liberty of transitioning, UK Vs US healthcare, hypnosis, notes from Jasmine, dating as a trans woman, being born on Christmas, getting into drag, Dr. Craig, finding true love with the delightful Phil, ADHD compatibility with Autism, family support, synesthesia, her YouTube brilliance, the Trixie collaboration, gender dysphoria, and much more ⚡️ Juno Birch: https://www.instagram.com/junobirch Juno On...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Craig joined Cherry Torn at Cherry & Sophie’s place to welcome Peaches Christ and talk corn nuts, chainsaws, Christian Slater, the game of croquet, color coding, Winona Ryder, bullies, body counts, Snappy Snack Shack, “Femlins”, Big Fun, Martha Dumptruck, internalized misogyny, candy dishes, alternate endings, formative films, good girls gone bad, mineral water, Shannen Doherty, television adaptations and MORE! Peaches Christ & Michael Varrati's MIDNIGHT MASS: https://podcasts.apple.com/...
May 05, 2023•2 hr 3 min
The moral compass of VANDERPUMP RULES joins me to talk the process and benefits of divorce, seeing what we want to see, dating again, uncomfortable realizations, non-monogamy, refusing to absorb other’s negative energy, Scandoval, holding yourself accountable, trusting your intuition, betrayal, the complicated nature of being the person that everyone confides in, heteronormative tropes & roles, stepping into your power, and more. This is Part One one of a lengthy and in-depth chat, look for ...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 18 min
