Buster's Beat

Buster's Beat

Welcome to "Buster's Beat," the podcast where we dive deep into the vibrant world of queer artistry and performance. Hosted by the incomparable Buster Pants, a beloved local drag king hailing from Salem, Massachusetts, "Buster's Beat" promises to be your go-to destination for engaging conversations with the LGBTQ+ community. Join Buster Pants as they sit down with a diverse array of queer artists and performers, delving into their experiences, inspirations, and the challenges they've overcome on their journey to self-expression. From drag performers to musicians, comedians to visual artists, "Buster's Beat" celebrates the rich tapestry of talent within the LGBTQ+ community.

Episodes

May 15, 2025 58 mins
In this episode of Buster’s Beat, Buster sits down with longtime friend Cass — a multi-talented, non-binary tattoo artist, illustrator, and full-time cat rescuer based in Salem, MA. What starts as a casual catch-up spirals into a wonderfully chaotic deep-dive on art, anxiety, ADHD, queer identity, and—yes—a tattoo of someone’s mom as a hot dog. 🌭 Together they talk about: ✔️ Finding your path later in life (Cass didn’t start tatt...
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Buster’s Beat: Episode 13 – Back To The Scum Circuit 💚👑 The kings are back in town, and we’re diving headfirst into the chaos 💥 In this special reunion episode, Buster Pants is joined by the incomparable drag king, burlesque performer, and certified witchy babe, Dick Kayin, for a spicy, smart, and wildly unfiltered conversation. 🔥 Topics include: The radical roots of drag and burlesque - Venus in Fury and what “feminine ra...
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March 13, 2025 51 mins
Welcome back to Buster’s Beat ! 💚👑✨ In this episode, your favorite toxic local drag king, Buster Pants, sits down with the incredibly hilarious and delightful Boston-based comedian, Viv Martin! Viv shares their journey into stand-up, their experience producing shows with Men in Comedy (a show that, ironically, does not feature men), and the joys of hosting comedy shows in unconventional venues—mattress stores, boats, and toy shop...
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February 13, 2025 66 mins
In this episode, your favorite toxic boyfriend, Buster Pants, is joined by none other than the ultimate goth baddie, Lydia! 💀🖤 Get ready for a chaotic and hilarious ride as Buster and Lydia dive into everything from queer origin stories and horror movies to the nostalgia of 2000s internet culture. They discuss Salem’s underground goth scene, their love for bad (but actually good) movies, and Lydia’s exciting upcoming project—Wre...
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January 23, 2025 56 mins
🎙️ Buster's Beat: Pretty Woman Featuring Geya Jenda 🎙️ In this episode, local North Shore drag king and your favorite toxic boyfriend, Buster Pants, sits down with the fabulous Geya Jenda to talk about their drag journey, queer identity, and how they’re strengthening the community one performance at a time! 🌈✨ Geya Jenda shares their inspiring non-binary awakening, how they debuted as a drag artist at Pride on the Promenade, a...
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December 23, 2024 66 mins
In this episode of Buster's Beat, host Buster Pants (@pantsbuster) chats with the multi-talented drag king and film costumer Ken Baby! 🎭👗 From working on major film sets like Dexter and Free Guy to embracing gender exploration through drag, Ken shares hilarious and heartfelt stories about: Starting a film career just before the pandemic hit 🎬 Managing extras and high-stakes costumes on chaotic sets 😅 Swallowing things to imp...
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November 19, 2024 54 mins
In Episode 8 of Buster’s Beat, host Buster Pants sits down with the talented and multi-faceted drag king Darren Tsai to discuss life, art, and the mysteries of the universe. From Darren’s heartfelt journey of self-discovery and embracing their queer identity to their deep dive into the world of drag, this episode is packed with humor, insight, and inspiration. The conversation ventures into Darren’s love for sci-fi and how it fuel...
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October 10, 2024 62 mins
Buster's Beat, Episode 7: "If Accordions Could Talk" with Lynsey Moon (aka Mia Culpa) Get ready for a deep dive into the wild, wonderful world of music and performance! In this episode, Buster Pants chats with the multi-talented Lynsey Moon, also known as Mia Culpa. From the first time she picked up an accordion to becoming a standout in burlesque and drag, Lynsey/Mia shares her unique journey and love for art that pushes boundar...
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September 12, 2024 56 mins
🎬 New Episode of Buster's Beat: "Twirling in Right Field" 🎤✨ In this week's episode of Buster's Beat, Buster Pants sits down with the fabulous drag queen, Miss Michael! 🎨🎶 They chat about growing up in a creative family, the early days of drag, and share hilarious stories like "twirling in right field." From backyard performances to self-discovery, this episode is full of laughs and inspiration. 🌈 Don’t miss out on this dynami...
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August 8, 2024 60 mins
🎥 Welcome to Episode 5 of Buster’s Beat: “Bold Choices”! 🌈 In this exciting episode, Buster sits down with the incredible Jasper Lior of Queer Videography and the Panorama Film Festival to chat about everything from queerness in film, epic self-discovery, to their wild Vegas adventures and video gigs. They also dive into states starting with “M” (yes, you Maine, Massachusetts & Montana!), Reny's "A Maine Adventure", the art of po...
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July 11, 2024 64 mins
🎥 Welcome to Episode 4 of Buster's Beat: "Leaning Into The Whimsy" 🎥 In this captivating episode, join drag king Buster Pants as they chat with the amazing Carly Menasco, a talented tattoo artist from Salem's 9th Realm Gallery. Dive into the whimsical world of tattoo artistry and explore the beauty of creativity and expression. Topics Covered: Different styles of art and tattooing Heartfelt coming out stories The fascinating w...
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June 13, 2024 52 mins
Buster's Beat: Banter, Bonds and Brilliance, Episode 3: "Hell is a Sports Bar" Welcome to Episode 3 of Buster’s Beat! 🎙️✨ In this exciting episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Caroline Forbes, a beloved local actress from Salem known for her mesmerizing stage performances. Join us as we explore the rich and diverse world of theater, delving into the themes of queerness and the various stigmas and stereotypes often a...
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May 9, 2024 49 mins
Join host Buster Pants. Salem Drag King, in the second episode of "Buster's Beat" as they sit down with local trans comedian, Ms Adventure! Together, they dive into topics such as the rush of performing, potty jokes, sexuality & gender, and more! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll cringe. And you will love every minute. New episodes out every second Thursday of the month.
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April 10, 2024 46 mins
Join host Buster Pants in the premiere episode of "Buster's Beat" as they sit down with drag king extraordinaire, Dick Kayin. Together, they dive into the captivating world of drag and burlesque, discussing the art of performance, inspiration, and the journey to self-expression. Subscribe now to "Buster's Beat" and don't miss a beat of the conversation!
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