Whimsically Volatile

Trauma support specialist & holistic life coach Amy Fiedler joins me to talk healing from trauma, self-soothing, coping mechanisms, relationship patterns, identifying triggers, keeping accountable, compassion for yourself, the misery of people-pleasing, her fab podcast "Connect The Dots, B*tch", preventing reactivity, setting & upholding boundaries, self-trust, family dynamics, self-sabotage, self-esteem, gangster films, "Blue City", and the magic of The Brat Pack canon. Support this show by checking the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at  https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  Be a Pal, a Friend, a Friend With Benefits or a Best Friend and receive early & uncut ad-free versions of these episodes, exclusive bonus solo episodes, exclusive episodes with Ada & I discussing life as two queer poly partners who are about to be parents, Listener Questions episodes, Zoom hangouts and much much more. Follow Amy’s Instagram https://instagram.com/amythelifecoach?igshid=YmMyM

That’s right, Ada & I are having a child! We talk being queer poly neurodiverse people, our romance, considering parenthood and more

That’s right, Ada & I are having a child! We talk being queer poly neurodiverse people, our romance, considering parenthood and more

Gaby Dunn joins me for a deep deep dive into the madness of 1980’s CAN’T STOP THE MUSIC, the highly fictionalized - and thoroughly ridiculous - story of the Village People. Co-starring Steve Guttenberg, Caitlyn Jenner & Valerie Perrine,  this legendary flop helped close the coffin on the mainstream disco explosion of the late 70s and set the stage for the highly bizarre New Romantic makeover of the band in 1981. We get into the madness of the making of the film, the “gems” lurking in the late era VP catalog, the deeply strange product tie-ins and much much more. Gaby’s Bad With Money podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-with-money-with-gaby-dunn/id1144712710 Gaby on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/nofungabydunn https://www.instagram.com/craigandfriendspod https://twitter.com/craigandfriends Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, and more while supporting the show

Judy and I continue our delightful afternoon and talk Gloss, extra arms, Stanley Kubrick, The Andy Warhol Diaries, John Holmes & The Wonderland Murders, sexuality categorization, corporate musicals, situational anxiety, being a scientist, performance choices, family dynamics, undiagnosed mental illness, Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, Magnolia, A Woman Under The Influence, and much more Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episodes and more while supporting the show. More Judy: https://instagram.com/justjudythatsit https://www.instagram.com/craigandfriendspod https://twitter.com/craigandfriends Donate to the Abortion Support Network https://www.asn.org.uk/fundraising/ Protect & Defend Trans Youth Fund https://www.pledge.to/protect-defend-trans-youth-fund#donate Donate to Amnesty International To Aid Ukraine https://tinyurl.com/448f36wu Rubber Child’s Transition Ass

The lead singer and co-architect of the wonderful Wang Chung joined me in London to discuss William Friedkin, the push-pull of art v. commerce, “Dance Hall Days”, creating the score to “To Live And Die In L.A.” before seeing a frame of the film, working with John Kalodner, Geffen Records, band dynamics, his solo works, Bob Dylan, the value of being challenged by art, “Primitif”, the spectrum of perfectionism, producing other artists, fiddling with Fairlights, collaborating with Tony Banks, band-name origins, Miles Davis, self-criticism, Jack’s jazz combo, reconnecting with Wang Chung partner Nick Feldman, the impact of “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” and much more. Jack’s site https://www.jackhues.com Catch Wang Chung on tour this August & September https://twitter.com/wangchung https://www.wangchung.com Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episodes and more while supporti

To celebrate Queer pioneer and Canadian legend Carole Pope's stint as guest judge on Canada's Drag Race, enjoy this encore presentation of the 2018 episode where Carole joined Katya & Craig to talk crimes of passion, teaching Divine to sing, recording with Tim Curry, working with William Friedkin on the CRUISING soundtrack, Bob Ezrin, ALANON, “Music For Lesbians”, Canadian Content, the boorish behaviour of Bernie Taupin, SCTV, sushi'n'blow, touring with Bowie, living with Dusty Springfield, S&M, crimes of cola, and much much more. Carole on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carole_pope Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episodes and more while supporting the show. Donate to the Abortion Support Network https://www.asn.org.uk/fundraising/ Monkeypox Vaccine Info (UK) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/monkeypox-vaccination-resources/monkeypox-waiting-for-

Trans non-binary pioneer Lanah P. joins me to talk abortion rights, The Comic Strip, growing up in Grimsby, starring in “Eat The Rich”, letting Lemmy have it, bringing Bowie down to Taboo, “Pistol In My Pocket”, Shirley Bassey, meeting Margaret Thatcher, the vicissitudes of the showbizniss, “Lanah Be Lit And Be Learning”, musical theater, getting hormones in the early 80s, working men’s clubs of the 70s, Mark E. Smith, Leigh Bowery, self-work, Jayne County, compassion, and much much more. Lanah on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEDpI8ZC7spqtJUXaiMG3ow Lanah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lanah.p Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episodes and more while supporting the show. Donate to the Abortion Support Network https://www.asn.org.uk/fundraising/ Protect & Defend Trans Youth Fund https://www.pledge.to/protect-defend-trans-youth-fund#donate Donate to

The drag starlet on the rise known as JUDY joined me for a delightful afternoon to talk the magic of anxiety, first time in drags, being bi-polar, Kim Petras, Rubber Child, our inner liberal middle-aged moms, Sugar Tank, getting used to crowds again, The New Beverly, Hollywood folklore, Xanax VS. Klonopin, Shelley Duvall, Maggie May Fish, Arkansas and more! Stay tuned for Part 2

My dear friends Mike Chapman & Maddy Paterson join me to dive deep into Mike's life and career of writing and producing decades of hits like Ballroom Blitz, Hey Mickey, Simply The Best, Kiss You All Over and countless others. We talk Michael Des Barres, producing Agnetha from ABBA's first solo album, Suzi Quatro, pairing Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne, the trouble with Sharon Osbourne, working with mentor Micky Most, Dreamland Records, The Knack, telling the truth, producing Blondie, mentoring others, the psychology of record production, Rodney Bingenheimer, singing on Australian radio as a child, Le Dome, the majesty of Hull, finding love at Fortress, and so much more ❤️ Follow Mike & Maddy On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikechapmanproducer https://instagram.com/_beingmaddy https://instagram.com/themikeandmaddyshow Get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends  You’ll get ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episod

Trixie Mattel joins me to examine every nook and cranny of Drop Dead Gorgeous, answer a thick stack of listener questions, and chat about everything else under the sun. Taped in 2019 and previously available only to Patreon listeners, so head on over to Patreon.com/CraigAndFriends now so you don't have to wait 3 years to hear something like this

We talk  relationships, moving, getting married at the Madonna Inn, and more! Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content

The enchanting and hilarious Macy Rodman joined me during a break from her whirlwind West Coast takeover to talk Videodrome, serious beige, Cocaine & Rhinestones, Klunk E Punn, first time in drags, Brooklyn, gender identity, making music, making sandwiches, the porn store post office, Sock Hop secrets, Bradford Nordeen, pernicious mediocrity, methy memories, living in Alaska, Bath Salts, body dysmorphia, Dolly Parton rumors, Laura Parnes, favorite designers, Secret Project Robot, working with Shamir, Madonna lunchboxes, Amanda LePore, Debbie Harry and so much more

Creme Fatale & Mr Fatale join me for a delightful and insightful chat about cartoon creations, where the Fatale romance began, noisy neighbors, doing drag in San Francisco, student loan suffering, death metal favorites, the many flavors and stereotypes of ADHD, Black Sabbath, the fantasy football of online drag critics, monoculture miseries, electric violin, finding therapeutic clues thru memes, working with Sasha Velour, dodgy endorsements and so much more

Makeup wizard James Mac & his enchanting BFF Alice Coppen (both genuine Irish persons) join me for a wild and lengthy chat about Glow Up Season 2, being besties, Tourette's syndrome, trusting yourself, getting smashed, coming out when they already know, makeup magic, growing up gay in rural Ireland, what the crack is really all about, The Sopranos, what's truly gas, travel injuries, dating hijnix, our night's plans and much much more Head on over to  https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content, including early & uncut versions of these episodes, special bonus episodes, Movie Clubs and more!

Chicago’s ice queen of Season 13 joins me to warm hearts and talk conversion counseling, first gay date, Mr. Tobacco, growing up in Alaska, love triangles, “The Exorcist”, coming out in Utah, Forced Aerobics, the universe hiding treasure in troubles, falling in love, Cirque De Soleil, body dysmorphia, Berlin nightclub, “The Cutting Edge”, San Antonio situations, "American Anthem", cruising on the cruise ships and much much more! Further Denali: DenaliQueen Head on over to  https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content, including early & uncut versions of these episodes, special bonus episodes, Movie Clubs and more!

Trans pioneer and makeup wizardess Jo Harwod joins me to talk political hobgoblins, destructive distractions, contextual blindness, connecting online, collaboration power, breaking ground on YouTube, Neil Young, outrage addiction, the beauty industry, David Bowie, sloppy journalism and much more! For more JoJo https://instagram.com/josephharwood?utm_medium=copy_link Joseph Harwood Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content

The brilliant & beautiful John Grant joins me to talk yardbird curry, Cuddle Dungeon, Squirt, Truvada loans, double features, “Wild At Heart”, hefty selections, the magic of Mort Garson, Siskel & Ebert, RomperRoom, John’s fabulous “Boy From Michigan” album, touring again, mandatory quizzes, Susan Sohmerz, root-beer floats, Barry DeMuir, Randy’s Donuts and much much more! Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content, including more John Grant chats

Joe Black and I get deep into every queer’s favorite BATMAN film and talk Michelle Pfeiffer’s whip-work, Danny Devito’s heartthrob turn, Danny Elfman’s magical score, McDonalds screwing up a 3rd Burton Batman, review some fabulous and terrible period interviews with the cast as well as Sean Young's shocking 1992 Joan Rivers show appearance and so much more. Originally available to Patreon subscribers only, so head over to  https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends to support the show and get hours and hours of exclusive content

Stella and I continue our chat and talk the keys to creative directing, f#%king sh%t up,  separating ego from process, credit vs creation, polyamory, casual dating, taking yourself off the market, travel sex, Borderline Personality Disorder, quad vaxxing in the jet-set, nightlife, and MORE! Support this show and get lots of hott bonus content by going to https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends - see which reward tier works best for you! You’ll get  ad-free & early versions of these episodes, bonus episodes, Movie Club episodes and MORE! Donate to Amnesty International for Ukraine Relief https://donate.amnestyusa.org/page/100216/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=MRPaidSearchFR2022&supporter.appealCode=W22XXADEVR0P&en_og_source=W22XXADEVR0P&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmeKQBhDvARIsAHJ7mF4Yr9fhvB3h62JyrTCa_vNjLUbCquBQuVAGjhyvh0EKlPGOwRAzBLgaAqDyEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Rubber Child’s Transition Assistance GoFundMe https://gofund.me/c2b3cd52