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WEBurlesque Podcast Network

Viktor Devonne
Burlesque
Body Positivity
Performance Art
Queer Identity
Ohio Burlesque Festival
Mental Health
Community Support
Gender Identity
Performing Arts
Tipping Culture
Drag
Filipino Culture
Drag Performance
Gender Expression
Los Angeles
Accessibility
Detroit
Dance
Nightlife
Queen

The behind-the-scenes dressing room chat between burlesque and nightlife individuals, from their origin stories, their greatest successes, and what's to come.

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Note from Viktor: This is a reupload from the WEBurlesque archives and features references to shows or events that were specific for the time of original release. Originally released: January 29, 2018; recorded: January 28, 2018

On the second epis... more

Note from Viktor: This is a reupload from the WEBurlesque archives and features references to shows or events that were specific for the time of original release. Originally released: January 23, 2018; recorded: January 6, 2018

On the inaugural ep... more

Lillian Bustle (Jersey City, NJ) returns to the pod to celebrate 300 episode of WEBURLESQUE on your feed. Lillian was the first guest on the show, which aired January 23 (ignore all Viktor's references to 2017, he doesn't know what he's talking about... more

Viktor Devonne presents: PASSION PROJECT, a series devoted to artists and creators behind really neat stuff. The latest episode is FRANTASTIC PART 2, with the author Marcus Heslop, who's Fran Fullenwider biography has just been published. Learn more ... more

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Recent Guests

Marcus Heslop
World's leading expert on Fran Fullenwider
Author/Researcher on Fran Fullenwider
Episode: PASSION PROJECT: FRANTASTIC, part 2 feat. Marcus Heslop
Lady Mabuhay
Ohio-based burlesque performer, pageant competitor, and organizer
Self-employed / performer in Ohio
Episode: S10 E299: Seven Minutes in Heaven w/ Eight People at Ohio Burlesque Festival
Standing Room Luke
Burlesque performer and writer of act concepts
Self-employed / performer in Ohio
Episode: S10 E299: Seven Minutes in Heaven w/ Eight People at Ohio Burlesque Festival
Lucy Boheme
Burlesque performer known for Superstar act and theater background
Self-employed / performer in Colorado
Episode: S10 E299: Seven Minutes in Heaven w/ Eight People at Ohio Burlesque Festival
Shawna the Black Venus
Burlesque performer and subject of the interview
Individual performer
Episode: S10 E298: Aloha w/ Shawna the Black Venus
Roxie Sunshine
Burlesque performer based in Arizona
Independent performer, part of Cirque du Sautre/Grand Burlesque Presents
Episode: S10 E297: Welcome to the Stage, Ida Banger and Roxie Sunshine
Ida Banger
Burlesque performer and performer persona
Independent performer
Episode: S10 E297: Welcome to the Stage, Ida Banger and Roxie Sunshine
Aquarius Moon
Showgirl and historian/creator of the Everybody Wants to Be a Showgirl exhibit
Behoff/Aquarius Moon exhibits
Episode: S10 E296: Everybody Wants to Be a Showgirl w/ Aquarius Moon
Lucho Lawless
Burlesque performer, part of Homo Erectors trio
Behoff participant; mentored by Pistol Holliday
Episode: S10 E295: Six Months of Lucho Lawless and Cru Hefnir

Host

Viktor Devonne
Host and mediator across multiple WEView and WEBurlesque formats; central to episode discussions and community-building

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Deep Listening

    Deep listening and discussion on important subjects. Never afraid to go off topic or into interesting corners and perspectives. Entertaining and edifying for this listener. Bravo! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eileen Charbonneau
    United States4 years ago
  • Best Burly Podcast Period.

    Insightful and witty interviews with a wide variety of people performing in the current burlesque scene. The host asks interesting questions and actually allows their guests the time to respond! Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PapaJoeMambo
    Canada4 years ago
  • A simple premise with non-simple people

    Viktor's podcast is a pretty regular concept - he and his interviewee(s) sit down and chat. The thing that makes this podcast so entertiaing is the range of people he is interviewing. Drag performers, burlesque people, artists, goths, kinksters, clowns, makeup artists, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and more. There is honestly something for everyone who has ever been interested by the allure of the nightlife and cabaret scenes of a city.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anja Keister
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    All the inside stuff with my favorite NYC nightlife people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelli BE
    United States7 years ago
  • Drag King Lit

    Enjoyed listening to interviews with local performers I admire/follow/perform with - Mentioned drag kings who write and representation in literature in the last ep - I suggest reading Two Augusts in a Row in a Row by Shelly Marlow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cecily Sprinkle
    United States7 years ago

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Diverse lineup of guests offering authentic, behind-the-scenes insight into nightlife and performance.
Energetic host with natural interview flow and deep connections across the burlesque community.
Great balance of humor, mentorship, and practical advice for performers and producers.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S10 E296: Everybody Wants to Be a Showgirl w/ Aquarius Moon
Q: How can burlesque achieve sustainable funding and broader visibility without compromising its core ethos?
Discusses models beyond traditional sponsorship, including crowd funding, partnerships with museums and institutions, and diversifying the type of recognition (designers, photographers, etc.) to build a broader support base while preserving the art form's integrity.
S10 E296: Everybody Wants to Be a Showgirl w/ Aquarius Moon
Q: What does classic burlesque mean today, and how has that definition changed?
The guest explains that they are a neo-girl at heart but acknowledge a broader spectrum where classic elements like glove and stocking reveals can be reinterpreted with modern aesthetics and social contexts, emphasizing the evolution from strict technique to artistic expression.
S10 E294: Mocha Mocha 2.0 is Diving Into Her Funk Bag
Q: What does body positivity mean for you?
Mocha describes body confidence as loving yourself unconditionally, recognizing that everyone has flaws, and choosing to focus on self-acceptance and the positive aspects of your body. She links this to her work with Body Confidence For Queens, where dancers are trained to love and present themselves confidently.
Movies That Made WE: Sing and Dance! w/ Mone't Ha-Sidi, Curly Bright, Ginger Snaps
Q: What movie musical would you like to see adapted next?
Guests share a mix of choices from Spongebob to Matilda and Hedwig, highlighting the balance between faithfulness to source material and theatrical reinterpretation, with a preference for adaptations that honor original performances while embracing new media forms.
S10 E292: The Wearing of the Green w/ Olive YouMoore
Q: What inspired your Joker and other green-themed acts, and how do you choose material?
Olive explains leaning into nerd culture and pop-culture icons, using specific character traits (playfulness, danger, storytelling) to shape performances, with reference to hair color and stage visuals.

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What is WEBurlesque Podcast Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on burlesque, nightlife, and cabaret culture through intimate conversations with performers, organizers, and peers. Across episodes, guests share origin stories, act development, and the evolving dynamics of representation, community mentorship, and activism within the scene. Notable threads include aging in performance, censorship and venue politics, cross-city collaboration, and the mixture of artistry with entrepreneurship. The format often blends personal storytelling with practical insights on performance, branding, and touring, making it a rich resource for aspiring guests, sponsors, and marketers focused on nightlife, arts education, and live entertainment.

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Recent guests on WEBurlesque Podcast Network include:

1. Marcus Heslop
2. Lady Mabuhay
3. Standing Room Luke
4. Lucy Boheme
5. Shawna the Black Venus
6. Roxie Sunshine
7. Ida Banger
8. Aquarius Moon

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