Brenda, Call Me!

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How Priscilla Changed Everything Jun 16, 2021

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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/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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How Wigs By Vanity All Began Jun 09, 2021

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"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 to someone who can help keep you safe. Or remember you can find lifeline at any time on 13 11 14.

CREDITS
Hosts: Courtney Act and Vanity
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall
Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia
Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman

LINKS

Wigs by Vanity website page https://bit.ly/3g4Qg5N

Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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Getting Snapped In The Dunnies! Jun 02, 2021

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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 Vanity
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall
Lead Producer: Hannah Bowman
Assisting Producer : Lem Zakharia

LINKS

Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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Vanity’s Cheeky Drag Race Cameo May 26, 2021

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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

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

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Rebecca More On The Future Of The Cock Destroyers May 19, 2021

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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: Courtney Act and Vanity
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall
Guest: Rebecca More
Lead Producer: Lem Zakharia
Editor/Producer : Hannah Bowman

LINKS

Rebecca More @more_milf

Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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Nothin’ Like A Little Backdoor Botox! May 12, 2021

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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's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

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Jojo Zaho Has All The Tools In Her Arsenal May 05, 2021

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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 Stan at www.stan.com.au

Jojo Zaho's Instagram @jojo_zaho

Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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Gasbaggin’ With Drag Race Down Under’s Rhys Nicolson Apr 28, 2021

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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

LINKS

RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under premieres on Saturday May 1st at 4:00pm AEDT. The show is available to stream on Stan at www.stan.com.au

Find Black Rainbow at blackrainbow.org.au

Follow Nikkiah Lui https://bit.ly/3ntkMbI

Follow Meyne Wyatt https://bit.ly/2R69cqZ

Meyne Wyatt's Q+A speech https://bit.ly/2SaWhob

Brenda, Call Me! Music Video https://bit.ly/2Nzlsya

Courtney Act's Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Rhys' Instagram @rhysnicholson

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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Katya: A Russian Hooker Lookin' For Love Apr 21, 2021

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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 Instagram @CourtneyAct

Vanity's Instagram @wigsbyvanity

Katya's Instagram @katya_zamo

Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial

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A Careless Whisper Apr 14, 2021

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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 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 information.