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A thoughtful podcast about stupid movies! Camp Classics is a bi-weekly podcast exploring queer and queer-coded cinema, hosted by Crystal (RuPaul's Drag Race UK S1) and award-winning drag monstrosity Baby Lame.

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Wagon Wheel Watusi! Welcome to the pod - CHER.

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You're not YOUNG! We say this to help you...

Baby and Crystal delve into the high-camp world of Notes On A Scandal.

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Lights, camera, and us without a stitch of makeup on! Crystal and Baby discuss the most smartest teen flick ever ... DROP DEAD GORGEOUS.

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Don’t call her BABE!

In this unlocked gaytreon exclusive episode, Crystal and Baby Lame take a long, hard look at Pamela Anderson’s 1996 magnum opus BARB WIRE.

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Recent Guests

Chris Hall
Comedian, content creator
Episode: Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)
Rose McGowan
Lead actress in Jawbreaker and prominent activist
Episode: Jawbreaker (1999) w. special guest ROSE MCGOWAN
M.J. Bassett
Director of the new Red Sonja movie
Not mentioned
Episode: Red Sonja (1985) w. special guest M.J. Bassett
Darren Stein
Director of Jawbreaker
Independent Film Director
Episode: Carrie (1976) with Darren Stein!
Carrie White
Protagonist of Carrie, a shy high school student
Episode: Carrie (1976) with Darren Stein!
Peaches Christ
Drag performer and film producer known for merging cinema and drag culture.
PeachesChrist.com
Episode: Subservience (2024) w. Peaches Christ!
Sue Gives A F*ck
Drag Icon and returning guest
Episode: Death Becomes Her (1992) w. Sue Gives A F*ck
Chal Ravens
Journalist and host of the podcast No Tags
No Tags
Episode: Wild Things (1998) w. Chal Ravens
Choriza May
Queen known from RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3 and Drag Race UK Versus the World
Episode: Addams Family Values (1993) w. Choriza May

Hosts

Crystal
Co-host and main voice of the podcast, Crystal brings humor and insight into discussions about camp cinema and queer representation in film.
Baby Lame
Co-host and drag monstrosity, Baby Lame infuses humor and a unique perspective on queer culture and cinema into the discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Love this podcast ❤️

    I love how they take camp seriously and go deep (ahem) on movies that never get that treatment. Top tier reviews. I’d also like to throw in a suggestion. Hudson Hawk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dissapointed_TO
    Canadaa month ago
  • Soundboard Supremacy

    High hair, thoughtful takes. I cannot wait for the films they glam as they pick through the celluloid closet and turn out some lewks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daggotry
    United States2 months ago
  • Five Stars!

    I love this podcast! It’s funny, it expands my cultural horizons, and it taught me the science behind how candles work. 🕯️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ctln wlkr
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Love the podcast

    Love my favorite woke divas! Who even cares about michael. But yess as Baby Lame said pleaaaase do Monster-in-Law! 💕💕💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Girlypop24/7
    Switzerland3 months ago
  • LiZaaaaa

    The dopamine hit and joy I get each time those Liza sound cues come on —— thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoganKen
    United States3 months ago

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The unique perspectives offered by the hosts are praised for their authenticity and engagement with queer themes.
Many have noted the podcast's ability to celebrate and critique simultaneously, providing both entertainment and depth.
Listeners appreciate the humorous take on camp classics and the insightful critiques on queer representation in film.
There is a consistent love for the hosts' chemistry and camaraderie, which enhances the overall enjoyment.
Listener feedback highlights the show's role in expanding cultural horizons and understanding camp as an art form.

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)
Q: So what's the story behind this movie and its cultural significance?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer has been influential in shaping the portrayal of strong female characters in pop culture, despite its initial failure at the box office.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)
Q: Chris, can you give me a potted history of your time with camp movies and what are some of your faves?
Buffy The Vampire Slayer started my love for camp movies, especially in relation to its connection with my sister and the queer joy found in the storylines.
Red Sonja (1985) w. special guest M.J. Bassett
Q: What should people see this movie?
It's a really good version of a Sword and Sorcery movie. It's got loads of action in it and violence.
Red Sonja (1985) w. special guest M.J. Bassett
Q: Could you tell me about some of the movies that shaped you?
Blade Runner is my favorite movie, right? So there's that. But what influenced me, the Alien is the reason I became a filmmaker.
Red Sonja (1985) w. special guest M.J. Bassett
Q: What is something that unlocks queer joy for you when you're watching a movie or a TV show?
The moment you see people engaging in a real way with maybe, because I'm woke as it comes, right? So it's like I just want to see somebody, see an other person.

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A captivating exploration of queer and queer-coded cinema, this bi-weekly show highlights the charm and absurdity of campy films. The hosts engage in lively discussions about various movies, often delving into their cultural significance, representation of marginalized voices, and the laughter they inspire. Episodes cover a range of films from cult classics to box office flops, celebrating their unique contributions to queer culture while tackling themes of identity, gender, and societal norms. Listeners can expect humor laced with insightful critiques, personal anecdotes, and a celebration of the joy these movies bring to audiences.

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Recent guests on Camp Classics include:

1. Chris Hall
2. Rose McGowan
3. M.J. Bassett
4. Darren Stein
5. Carrie White
6. Peaches Christ
7. Sue Gives A F*ck
8. Chal Ravens

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