Today's guest is the Cuban Missile Crisis, TITO BONITO! Tito Bonito is an international and award winning performer, host, producer, graphic designer, and editor. His youtube channel, https://www.youtube.com/titobonito, is impeccably organized and full of entertainment. In this episode we chat about masculinity, growing up, Chicago and Los Angeles, and a whole lot of Jeez Loueez. Tito will be launching the next installment of his talk show, The Tito Bonito Show, on Clubhouse and as a podcast. Fo...
Mar 18, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Today's guest is self described "Sex Witch", Lola Frost! Lola is a huge part of my burlesque origin story and I'm so excited to bring you her story! From the punk rock scene to raves to the strip club, Lola Frost's story is full of movement and fancy naked ladies. This episode mentions Sweet Soul Burlesque, Screaming Chicken, Cherry OnTop, Ray Gunn, Lady Josephine, Legs Malone, Kitty Kapowww, Jaq the Stripper, & more! Find Lola Frost online at www.lolafrost.ca & on IG/Twitter/everywhere ...
Feb 25, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Today's guest is 2018 Mr. Exotic World King of Burlesque Ickymuffin! In this episode, I tasked my friend and Ickymuffin's Burlesque/Aerial Daughter, Toni Tabasco with leading today's interview. From burlesque origins to BHoF to traveling with pool noodle covered hoops, Toni and Icky's conversation will have you missing burlesque and ready to drink it all in again. This interview was recorded in September 2019 and includes a post-conversation update. Follow Ickymuffin on Instagram @ickymuffin Fin...
Feb 11, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Today's guest is burlesque innovator, influencer, and costumer who's work we've seen on stage and off. Christina Manuge of Manuge et Toi joins The Pastie Tapes today to talk about her sewing beginnings, her burlesque origin story, and her hopes for the future. From her very first commission with Coco Framboise to launching her Patreon where she teaches the masses, the last 13 years of Manuge et Toi have been a story of commitment and continually flexing creativity and innovation! Visit the Manug...
Jan 26, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Today's guest is one half of 2020's Number 1 Most Influential Burlesque Performers on 21st Century Burlesque Magazine's TOP 50 - Jeez Loueez of Loleezbo! In this episode Siomai Moore (ranked #2, because Jeez Loueez will ALWAYS be #1 and I honestly wouldn't have it any other way) and Jeez Loueez unpack their feelings about the TOP 50, draw parallels between their experiences, discuss goals and accomplishments, and speculate the future. This episode mentions Lola van Ella, Tito Bonito, Jeez's frie...
Jan 21, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Let's wrap up 2020 cheering each other on. Over the last few weeks I had an an open call out for YOU to dial in and shout out someone (or someones) who added a sparkle to your 2020. You can dial in to The Pastie Tapes Hotline any time and give a shout out (maybe I'll publish it later), leave feedback, or tell me something cool. Dial in at 1-530-PASTIES (530-727-8437) OR record a voice memo under 3 minutes starting with your name and email it to ThePasiteTapes@Gmail.com This episode you hear Greg...
Dec 31, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Today's guests are Ray Gunn and Bazuka Joe , two of the most beloved neo-burlesque performers! Ray Gunn and Bazuka Joe are Chicago performance luminaries, 2/3 of The Stagedoor Johnnies (with Jett Adore), international headliners, constant troublemakers, and all around EXCELLENT people. This episode covers how they met and became friends, working together - including critiquing your best friend, and masculinity and toxic masculinity in burlesque. If you haven't heard Ray Gunn's solo episode, I hi...
Nov 27, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 37
To learn more about Marinka, purchase her autobiography Marinka: From Havana to Burlesque at www.marinkabook.com I highly encourage you to buy this book if you haven't already. Burlesque Legend Marinka and co-author Lily Star dive into Marinka's life on and off stage. Marinka started performing burlesque in the 1960s with her signature prance and pose style including "loving the curtain". We talk about her start in nightlife as a female impersonator, headlining across the country, and her trans ...
Nov 12, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Episode Notes: Hello and welcome to The Pastie Tapes! To new listeners - I'm so glad you're here. To long time fans, thank you for being along for the ride. The show has evolved a lot over the last 18 months and I figured it was time for a trailer refresh. What better way to talk about the show than to hear me pitch the podcast to burlesque legend, Queen of the Amazons - Marinka! In this trailer you'll hear me reflect on the show as well as dial in to Marinka who gives me INCREDIBLE advice. To l...
Nov 05, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 1
" Being best friends with Dirty Martini means sharing her with the world" In this episode Siomai Moore interviews her burlesque mother and aunt - two burlesque luminaries, World Famous *BOB* and Dirty Martini! This is an XL episode where we're literally spanning *decades* of burlesque history and this incredible friendship. From NYC nightlife and the burlesque resurgence of the early 2000s to Exotic World to careers and travels around the world, this is an episode I am DELIGHTED to share. You're...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 35
***NOTE: For some reason it sounds echo-y and I can't quite figure out where in the process this is happening. I am SO sorry. Also my partner clearly comes home and cracks open a ~*beverage*~ in the background. This is what happens when I'm recording in the living room and not in the closet. BURLYCON DIGITAL PASS GIVEAWAY I am not affiliated or sponsored by BurlyCon. I am a BurlyCon benefactor and teaching this year so I actually have TWO passes which means YOU CAN WIN ONE! To enter Visit instag...
Oct 15, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode Siomai Moore interviews fellow Aries Lola LeSoleil! From costuming to salsa dancing to cosplay and nerd identity intersecting with Black Identity, Lola emphasizes the importance of representation while taking us through her burlesque journey. Lola LeSoleil is Atlanta's award winning burlesque performer and educator, celebrating black burlesque every day. You can find her on instagram at @lolalesoleil or online at www.lolalesoleil.com Here's the birthday post she was referring to ...
Oct 01, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Hello! It's been a minute! Welcome back to The Pastie Tapes - A Burlesque Podcast by Siomai Moore! What better way to come back to this next phase of the show after a long, unannounced break than to have Siomai Moore be on the other side of the mic? In this episode, Queen of the Striptease, BHOF Titleholder, and all around rad babe, Aria Delanoche interviews The Pastie Tapes Host & Producer, dancing dumpling, fat internet Nice Lady, wannabe skateboarder, and #4 most influential performer in ...
Sep 17, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode Siomai Moore Turns 2, The Pastie Tapes Turns 1, & Siomai Moore & Paul Lewis talk burlesque and the magic that is Iva Handfull. Find Paul Lewis at BurlesqueAppreciationMonth2020.blogspot.com Twitter: @TheOneWHoKnox https://twitter.com/theonewhoknox IG: @1whoknox https://instagram.com/1whoknox This episode mentions – IvaHandfull, Bunny Wigglebottom, Velvet Hammer, Dirty Martini, Ginger Valentine, Perle Noire , Coco Lectric, Burlesque Hall of Fame / BHOF, Southern Fried Burl...
May 28, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 31
This episode of The Pastie Tapes was sponsored by Paul Lewis. Follow Paul Lewis on Instagram at @1whoknox . Check out his blog, which achieved his “Burlesque Appreciation Month” here: https://burlesqueappreciationmonth2020.blogspot.com/ This episode mentions Paul Lewis, Tamara the Trapeze Lady, Pidgeon Von Tramp, Indigo Blue, The Shanghai Pearl, Sawyer Moe, Inga, Seraphina Fiero, IvaFiero Productions, Emily Leong, and more. Follow Iva Handfull on Instagram at @IvaHandfull Do you want to support ...
May 14, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Ray Gunn is a Chicago-based New Vaudvillian who was crowned King of Burlesque in 2013 at the Burlesque Hall of Fame! We chatted in January about his burlesque origin story, memorable performances, Lola van Ella, & New Vaudeville. You can find Ray Gunn on instagram at @IamRayGunn This episode mentions Hot Toddy, Dolls of Doom, Jett Adore, Bazuka Joe, BOMB - Best of Midwest Burlesque, Lola van Ella, Tigger!, Rose Wood, Julie Atlas Muz, Johnny Porkpie, & Legs Malone Do you want to support t...
Apr 23, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Loleezbo - Lola van Ella & Jeez Loueez - are burlesque performers, producers, and all around incredible multi-talented influencers based in New Orleans. Venmo them at @lola-vanella or @jeezloueez You can find Loleezbo Live on Jeez' instagram (@jeezloueez) or Lola van Ella's Facebook page. Web-series coming soon! This episode mentions Shawn Gaston, Zombie Squad, Crack Fox (venue in STL), The Stage Door Johnnies (Ray Gunn, Bazuka Joe, Jett Adore), Sweetpea, Ophelia Flame, Nadine Dubois, Cora V...
Mar 26, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode Aria Delanoche interviews burlesque performer, instructor, producer, and entrepreneur, The Lady Josephine. The Lady Josephine is based in Montreal. You can find her website at http://theladyjosephine.com/ or instagragram as @theldyjosephine Aria Delanoche is based in Chicago and one of my favorite people. You can find her website at http://ariadelanoche.com or @ariadelanoche. To keep up with Arabesque Burlesque and learn about this Montreal-based academy, follow on instagram @ara...
Mar 05, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode Vivacious Miss Audacious interviews burlesque performer, club stripper, and all around lover of the night, Gurl Haggard. Gurl Haggard is based in Indianapolis, IN. Visit her website at gurlhaggard.com This episode mentions Frenchy Larouge, Patsy Blue Ribbon, Luxotica Lounge Cabaret, White Rabbit Cabaret, and a whole lot of clowns. Special thanks to Ophelia Flame & The Twin Cities Burlesque Academy for contributing to the nuts and bolts fund for this podcast. Do you want to su...
Feb 20, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode I talk to New Orleans based, Michigan native burlesque, hoop, and circus performer Vivacious Miss Audacious about her burlesque origin story, life as a touring showgirl, love of showbiz, and passion for power colors. Find New Orleans based burlesque performer, hoop dancer, producer, and all around showbiz aficionado on instagram at instagram.com/missaudacious . Her website is missaudacious.com . This episode mentions Bonnie Dunn, Jo 'Boobs' Weldon, Gurl Haggard, Dr. Rocktagon, Lu...
Jan 30, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Burlesque Legend Judith Stein, also known as Mama Beaver, and I sit down roadside in Philadelphia for this episode of The Pastie Tapes! We talk about her stripper origin story, getting blown in Guam, her adventures touring across the United States and Canada, and making her way to Las Vegas for the Burlesque Hall of Fame. Thank you forever to Scott Johnston and Dottie Riot for bringing us together at Burlesque-N-Beyond This episode mentions a number of burlesquers including Jo Weldon, Fannie Ann...
Jan 09, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode I talk to Boo Bess about her burlesque origin story, life as a New York City showgirl, & meeting Front Row Paul. This episode mentions Jenny Cest Quoi, Front Row Paul, Dirty Martini, Foul Play Cabaret, Sizzle Dizzle, Jo Boobs, Darlinda Just Darlinda, Julie Atlas Muz, Rosie Cheeks, Hazel Honeysuckle, Ula Uberbusen, Jeez Loueez, Fem Appeal, Show Me Burlesque Festival, and more! Find New York City based burlesque emcee, dancer, and car thief Boo Bess on instagram at instagram.co...
Dec 19, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode I talk to Kitty la Royall about her BurlyCon experience. In 2019 Kitty participated in Peer Reviews and she talks about her act and receiving feedback. We round out by talking about the POC photo experience. Find Chicago-based performer Kitty la Royall at @kitty.la.royall on Instagram. Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tell me somet...
Dec 12, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode my dear, dear friend Kitty Kapowww and I cover our BurlyCon Experience! We start with our origin story in 2017 then move to the deep, mushy part of our 2019 experiences. We round out by talking about the future and my fear of being seen as an asshole. Find Bay Area based performer Kitty Kapowww at instagram.com/kittykapowww kittykapowww.com hexinthe.city In this episode we mentioned... BurlyCon Poison Ivory Lola Frost Indigo Blue Barbie Bloodgloss Clara Bodacious Miss Catwings Fo...
Dec 04, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 21
BurlyCon is my FAVORITE time of year! This episode touches on BurlyCon - advice, food, naps. All that BurlyCon magic! We'll return in a couple of weeks with regular interviews. xo www.lookingglassgems.com instagram.com/nona_narcisse Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tell me something good. Call or text us at The Pastie Tapes Hotline - 1-530-PASTIES...
Nov 05, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 20
BurlyCon 2019 Legend of Honor Tiffany Carter - Spinning Beds, Light Up Claws, and Life as a Legend Find Tiffany Carter at BurlyCon 2019! Miss Nude Universe 1975, Tiffany Carter began her Burlesque career at the infamous Pink Pussycat in Hollywood, California. An active, in-demand entertainer with Sparky Blaine’s American Showgirl agency, Tiffany toured the U.S., Canada, and Japan from the late 1960s through the 1980s. Throughout her 20+ years in Burlesque, she has been a muse to MIT-trained engi...
Oct 30, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Hear from the 2019 Reigning Unicorn of the Crescent City Burlesque Weekender, Nona Narcisse! Hear her burlesque origin story, burlesque as a spiritual practice, and Looking Glass Gems www.lookingglassgems.com instagram.com/nona_narcisse Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tell me something good. Call or text us at The Pastie Tapes Hotline - 1-530-PAS...
Oct 23, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Hear from Miss Catwings about her burlesque origin story, her love of BHoF & BurlyCon, & Asian burlesque. You can also hear ME start to cry at some point in the episode. This is a conversation with the Shimmy and Shake from the Aloha State - Miss Catwings! www.misscatwings.com instagram.com/misscatwings Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tel...
Oct 16, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Hear from Viola Vainglory about life as a nerd and making major life decisions after our BurlyCon together. This is Nashville babe, The Shakespeare of Shakin' It - Viola Vainglory www.violavainglory.fun instagram.com/violavainglory Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tell me something good. Call or text us at The Pastie Tapes Hotline - 1-530-PASTIES ...
Oct 09, 2019•42 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Hear me talk about 9-25-2015 - a day that changed my liiiiiiiife. Peep the video on @ThePastieTapes on IG Do you want a shout out on air and some cool swag? Join The Pastie Tapes Fan Club at thepastietapes.com ! Do you want to participate? Tell me your burlesque crush or leave feedback or tell me something good. Call or text us at The Pastie Tapes Hotline - 1-530-PASTIES (1-530-727-8437) Email us at ThePastieTapes@gmail.com Visit ThePastieTapes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Sep 25, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 15
