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April Palmieri Aug 06, 2025

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Former It-girl April Palmieri discusses Club 57, her time in the band Pulsallama (once described as “13 girls fighting over a cowbell”), and singing backup as a Bodacious TaTa for her best friend, John Sex.

Christopher Comp & Really Denise Jul 30, 2025

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It’s a special two-part episode as we catch up with a couple of former clubkids and give them back their 15 minutes of fame. First up: Christopher Comp on working for Michael Alig as well as his favorite parties and lewks. Then Really Denise discuses the early days of the Tunnel and the ‘80s versus ‘90s club scenes.

Christopher Makos Jul 23, 2025

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Photographer and artist Christopher Makos talks about the ‘70s and ‘80s nightlife scene, his legendary tenure at Interview magazine and being besties with Andy Warhol.

Brad Gooch Jul 16, 2025

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Male model turned bestselling author Brad Gooch talks about Warhol, Mapplethorpe, his former life in the fast lane, and his new biography of Keith Haring, Radiant: The Life and Lines of Keith Haring.

Nick Egan Jul 09, 2025

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Legendary graphic artist Nick Egan recounts his early days in the ‘70s punk rock scene, collaborating with Malcom McClaren and Vivienne Westwood, creating iconic album covers for Bow Wow Wow, Culture Club, The Clash, and Deee-Lite, as well as directing some of the most memorable music videos of all time.

Amanda Lepore Jul 02, 2025

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Trans icon and global superstar Amanda Lepore describes her early days as a dominatrix and original clubkid as well as becoming a muse for photographer David Lachapelle and designer Richie Rich.

Jodie Harsh Jun 25, 2025

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The UK’s busiest drag queen, Jodie Harsh, recalls nightclubbing in the early 2000s, the life of a celebrity DJ, and her upcoming memoir, 'You Had to Be There'.

Nell Campbell Jun 18, 2025

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Rocky Horror legend and ‘80-era Queen of the Night Nell Campbell discusses her early days in London, the show that launched her to superstardom, and her oh-so-chic eponymous nightclub.

Ann Magnuson Sep 04, 2024

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Actress/Performance Artist/Singer/Downtown Icon Ann Magnuson talks with Randy and James about growing up in Appalachia, moving to New York City in the ‘70s, and operating the legendary Club 57. We also discuss her roles on the big screen in The Hunger opposite David Bowie, Making Mr. Right, and on television’s Anything But Love with Jamie Lee Curtis & Richard Lewis.

Susan Seidelman Aug 28, 2024

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Director Susan Seidelman sits down with Randy, Fenton, and James to discuss her underground ’80s punk classic Smithereens, working with Madonna on Desperately Seeking Susan, and her new book Desperately Seeking Something.

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