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Eye 2 IEp. 38 - "A Bit of Comedy" w/Connie WhelanOn this week's episode, I welcome 19 year old Irish Internet Sensation, Connie Whelan. She discusses how Drag Race Lip-Syncs led to recognition for her and is now inspiring her to push it further. Connie dishes about the creation of her new YouTube channel and her love for Trixie Mattel. Connie is willing to do anything for a good laugh and because of her popular videos that have expanded to included Real Housewives and even X Factor recreations, she's gone from 600 followers to 16k since the start of lockdown. Hear about her other inspirations like Gemma Collins, Tiffany Haddish, and the...2020-11-1700 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 7 - Meet "Zachary Flu"On today's bonus episode, I am joined by self-taught makeup artist & actor Zachary Flu. Zach shares their story into the makeup world starting with the first time he put on lipstick with their father, to leading their first Masterclass for the next generation. We discuss inspirations like David Bowie, Lady Gaga, Miss Fame, Ellis Atlantis, & even Zach's own friend Laurel Charleston. Zachary discusses working bridal parties, their favorite looks, and encourages each of you, "if you feel beautiful, go out and do it!"
Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta, FB, TikTok: @ZachFlu...2020-11-1300 minEye 2 IEp. 37 - "A Visual Thesis" w/Maddelyn HatterWe are so excited to have as our guest for a special Halloqueen episode of Eye 2 I, The Maddelynn Hatter from Dragula Season 3. In this interview, you will hear all about Maddelynn's first passion for illustrating, why the move from Massachusetts to New York was pivotal for them, and how bartending in a strip club shaped the creation their drag persona. A decade of drag and some change later, the Boulet Brother's enter with an opportunity that will change Maddelynn's life forever. Tune in to learn more about what made them say yes to Dragula, hear about what family...2020-10-3000 minEye 2 IEp. 36 - "A Professional Talker" w/Allysin Chaynes & Guest Host - Lizzie RenaudThis week, we are switching things up with a guest host! You heard me right, Arron has today off. You may remember her from episode 29 or you more likely you had her give you your latest tattoo. Toronto-based artist, Lizzie Renaud is back and stepping into the host chair of Eye 2 I. Lizzie interviews the incredibly talented talker & drag sweetheart, Allysin Chaynes. Allysin shares her beginnings in visual art, which lead to attending OCAD, and now has developed into finding their authentic voice and moving into the digital drag realm. They share some advice direct from Coco Peru...2020-10-2900 minEye 2 IEp. 35 - "Care Bare Stare" w/Mama TitsThis week, we are welcomed by a very special guest all the way in Puerto Vallarta, Brian Peters, more commonly known as The Mama Tits! We start by discussing their operatic vocal background, what took them from Idaho to Seattle, and Brian even recounts how they meet their husband! Listen in to hear Mama tell about delivering their world famous speech at Seattle Pride 2014 & how their "Care Bare Stare" directly led to Putin banning Mama from traveling in Russia. Make sure you are registered to vote and to get those ballots in early. Your voice matters & thank...2020-10-1600 minEye 2 IEp. 34 - "Gangsta, Gaga, or Gay" w/Darling PeterThis week, we are welcomed by a very special guest from the Netherlands, Peter Van Vught, more affectionately known as Darling Peter! We start by hearing Peter's tale of growing up a farmer boy and how a chance meeting to score some Beth Heart tickets landed him a job with Paradiso, where their passion for PR & party planning took off. Peter then shares stories about Milkshake Festival, Superball, and even what it took to plan an official George Michael tribute concert when he passed. Peter even organized the Premiere Viewing Party for Drag Race Holland. Come hear about all of...2020-10-0900 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 6 - Meet "Paul Flanagan"On today's bonus episode, I am joined by Paul Flanagan, champion for LOVE, cabaret performer/producer, & most recently Paul has stepped into their identity as an astrology & tarot reader. Paul shares his journey into performance, he shares how he strives for process, and we touch on the importance of just being yourself. This episode covers reverence for nature & plenty of energy talk. Paul even previews his cross country #HeteroHomoAdventure he and designated straight man, Andrew Garrett have planned. Join us as we tread into the unknown. Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @sensiblepaul...2020-10-0800 minEye 2 IEp. 33 - "98% Happy" w/Dr. Ashley WellmanDr. Ashley Wellman has been a scholar specializing in homicide, victimology, and trauma since 2008. As a widow and single mother, she had to rebuild and redefine her life. Now, as author of the My Friend Fresno children's book series, she is creating a life full of magic for her family while spreading a message of love, acceptance and friendship to all those who interact with her business. Please join us today for a wonderful and insightful interview into how creativity can not only shape, but save one's life.
Follow on all their social media accounts --- FB, TikTok, Insta & Twitter: @M...2020-10-0200 minEye 2 IEp. 32 - "Does It Come From God?" w/Ada VoxListen in to the first half of my interview with the talented singer & drag performer @Ada Vox! Ada discusses what it was like auditioning for @AmericanIdol 13 times & why it meant so much to them to make the top ten after being eliminated at the Top 50 mark on Season 12. We discuss their childhood in San Antonio & Ada credits their first performance opportunities to a youth organization called Network for Young Artists (NYA) in Texas. Come learn more about their journey with drag & get a tease of what is still to come for Ada. If...2020-09-2232 minEye 2 IEp. 31 - "Growing Up Gay" w/Denny PattersonOn today's episode i am joined by Denny Patterson, celebrity interviewer for @OutFrontMagazine & digitalization specialist extraordinaire. Denny shares his journey into writing, dives into his passion for theatre, & even recounts how he came to interview Dennis & Judy Shepard (Parents to Mathew Shepard) themselves. Hear about his passion for preserving history through his work with @Ancestry & stay tuned to hear about Denny's personal favorite celebrity interviews he has landed. Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @dennyp777 / FB: @DennyPatterson / Website: OutFrontMagazine.com & If you want more 'Eye 2 I' follow our page on FB: @Eye2IPodcast or Patreon.com/eye2ip...2020-09-1859 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 5 - Meet "Dax!"We are back with another bonus episode of Eye 2 I! This week Im thrilled to welcome Dax Exclamationpoint (Cosplayer & Queen of Nerd Fandom) to the show! We dive into surprising lessons they learned during their run on Season 8 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, we discuss what it’s like to be the inspiration behind an official Marvel character design, and we share quite a few laughs in this episode. Join us for an in depth peek into the world of DAX! Follow them on all their social media accounts --- Insta/Twitter: @daxclamation
If you'd like to see more behind the...2020-09-1156 minEye 2 IEp. 30 - "Sweet Love" w/Shuga CainToday I'm thrilled to welcome to the podcast, Shuga Cain, who is known as a singer, baker, & one of the contestants on Season 11 of RuPaul's Drag Race. Shuga shares the origins of her stage name and how vocal performance was their first true passion. We get a behind the scenes look into what it was like for them to work alongside Peppermint & Chi Chi Devayne with Mac Cosmetics before they were on Drag Race. We hear about favorite designers to collaborate with, and learn about the queens who inspire Shuga to this day (Looking at you @Shangela...2020-09-0757 minEye 2 IEp. 29 “Speakeasy Tattoo” w/Lizzie RenaudToday I am joined by tattoo artist, twitch streamer, & all-around funny lady, Lizzie Renaud out of Toronto, Canada. Lizzie is the owner and creative mind behind Speakeasy Tattoo & the designer nail brand Pinky’s Nails. We discuss how we are staying creative and active in quarantine & learn about how Lizzie began as a painter, found tattooing, and continues to develop! We discuss how our creative endeavors have helped keep us sane. Arron shares an announcement about his newest endeavor, EYELIGHTHUE Clothing Co. and Lizzie runs down essential Real Housewives seasons to enjoy. Join us to hear all this and more. Fol...2020-09-0347 minEye 2 IEp. 28 "Surprisingly Queer" w/Ian Carlos CrawfordThis week, I welcome Ian Carlos Crawford, the LatinX host of Slayerfest98. His podcast is a queer centered, Buffy/pop-culture podcast that's very gay and very nerdy! Ian and I discuss the creation of his show, he talks at being a consistently employed freelance author, and he shares exactly what it takes to get an interview with Congresswoman Stacey Abrams herself! Yeah, He really did that! Ian shares his recommendations for great YA Horror books to check out & plenty of other useful tips along the way. Tune in to hear the full interview now.
Make sure to rate and subscribe t...2020-08-2954 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 4 - Meet "Tynomi Banks"Join me for a bonus episode of Eye 2 I, with the talented & gracious Drag Legend, Tynomi Banks. You probably know them from Canada's Drag Race Season 1 airing on the Crave App or WowPresentsPlus every Friday. Tynomi shares the origins of her name, reveals some surprises about Drag Race, and we discuss her controversial elimination. They share what video games have been keeping them sane lately & what happens when you touch a drag queen's face! HINT - Don't do it! It's a good time in here today! Follow them on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @tynomibanks...2020-08-2429 minEye 2 IEp. 27 - "Stop Talking, They're Singing" w/Zacary LandoltOn this week's episode, I am joined by one of my newest friends, fellow podcaster, & culture lover, Zacary Landolt! Zacary takes a break from his podcast @InAnotherWorldpod to chat with me about the importance of activism, movies that impacted our youth, and what his experience was like growing up a gay boy in the south. We also discuss theater performance, Zac shares his coming out story, and we even dive into a little known movie titled 'The Company' starring the underrated Neve Campbell.
Make sure to rate and subscribe to 'Eye 2 I', 'In Another World', & the forthcoming '2 Gays Watch A...2020-08-201h 02Eye 2 IEp. 26 - "A Little Pavarotti Here" w/Divina de CampoThis week, we are welcomed by a very special guest from across the pond, Divina de Campo! We start by discussing Divina having an aria written just for them, where the passion for singing classical music started, and how being the fifth child out of seven pushed them to excel. Listen in to find out about the whirlwind writing process for their album, “Decoded”. We also discuss what inspires us and what is making us ‘Passion8’ Lately, we even answer some questions from the listeners out there. Thank each of you for joining us for this special episode. Follow on all thei...2020-08-131h 05Eye 2 IBONUS Ep. 3 - Meet "Salina Romero"Listen in to the first half of my interview with the talented writer and creative energy that is Salina Romero, better known around the internet as @the.poet.s ! Salina discusses her writing process, we discuss painting, and finding the creative flow even during these difficult times. She shares what it's like to collaborate online & how to write from a perspective not necessarily your own. We discuss our sun and moon signs and even touch on Light Language. We dive in. If you'd like to hear the second half of Salina's episode, you can head over to...2020-08-1029 minEye 2 IEp. 25 - “One Specific Sunday” w/Jesus & Sergio of Gay Pride ApparelJoin me this week, as ‘Eye 2 I’ welcomes Jesus Gutierrez and Sergio Aragon, Co-Founders of @GayPrideApparel. They share stories of growing up together in Phoenix, AZ, how they fell in love after college, eventually moving to New York and making design their life. We dive into how they design their clothing, ignoring the trolls, and their organic collaboration with @thebritafilter ! Listen in to hear where this duo is headed to next! Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta & FB: @GayPrideApparel / Twitter: @GayPrideApp / Website: Gayprideapparel.com & If you want more 'Eye 2 I' follow our page on FB: @Eye2IPodcast or Eye...2020-08-0755 minEye 2 IEp. 24 - “Just Try Something” w/LaQuita JamesIn this episode, I’m happy to welcome Laquita James, who is an accomplished theatre actress, speech therapist, & even a voiceover rockstar! She shares how showing up for auditions that you weren’t invited to is often the right move. We discuss our essential podcasts to listen to including LaQuita’s recent work ‘Margaritas & Donuts’ with Observer Pictures. This episode is just packed with vocal tips! You will have to listen in to get them all! Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @Laquitacjames / FB: @LaQuitaJames / Twitter: @LJames75 & If you want more 'Eye 2 I' follow our page on FB: @Eye2IP...2020-07-3056 minEye 2 IEp. 23 - "You Do It Baby!" w/Patrick LadonisJoin me in welcoming to the podcast, Atlanta-based Content Creator, Patrick Ladonis. Patrick is a Producer, Writer, Actor, & even a Gemini. We discuss the creation and expansion of his web series, "Scales", now available on Revry. We discuss how he created the initial script, how important supporting independent artists is, & he even shares his love for Mariah Carey (He's a true member of the Lambily). Tune in to learn more about Patrick & maybe even a sneak peek at what we can expect from Season 3 of "Scales".
Follow them on all their social media...2020-07-2350 minEye 2 IEp. 22 - "Credenza of My Dreams" w/ Jonathan HooverToday I interview the incredibly talented Jonathan Hoover (Actor, Singer, Director, & Choreographer) whom is happily awaiting to receive a cease and desist from Patti LuPone. Jonathan shares his origin story of growing up in California, being raised by an opera singer & how a love of the arts and his special skill for impersonations (Carol Channing, Bernadette, & of course Patti) have taken him farther than he could have imagined. We discuss ballet, how to use art for social activism, & our favorite Sondheim shows. We might even hear from Patti herself! Listen in to hear what happens.
Follow them on all their...2020-07-1654 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 2 - Meet “Starla Carr”Join me as I interview the warm and hilarious Author Starla Carr just weeks before publishing her 6th book. Starla is a true renaissance woman. She’s a minister, lesbian, activist, and even a licensed embalmer. You heard me right. She’s got a heart of gold and a way with words. Make sure to stick around after the episode for a short excerpt from ‘Embalmed’ as read by the author herself. Enjoy the second bonus episode of ‘Eye 2 I’ podcast.
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If you want more 'Eye 2 I' fo...2020-07-1344 minEye 2 IEp. 21 - "All The Women I Am" w/obSINityIn this episode, I’m happy to welcome world-renowned Reba impersonator & multiple drag pageant winner obSINity. Today, she shares the story that took her from beginning drag alongside her sister, Trinity “The Tuck” Taylor, in Birmingham, AL to getting outfit tips from Reba McEntire herself. Hear about the origins of her drag career, how she first got booked at Play Dance Bar in Nashville, & the very emotional connection she shares with Tina Turner. You will have to listen in to believe it! Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @confessingsin / FB: @obSINity @BirminghamAidsOutreach & If you want more 'Eye 2 I' foll...2020-07-0948 minEye 2 IEp. 20 - "It Makes Me Feel Empowered" w/Chevy PQOn this episode, I welcome to the Pod - Chevy PQ. Chevy is a lifer in the restaurant industry, food enthusiast, comedian, and so much more. We discuss the global influence of Gordon Ramsay, share a a few laughs over men and their ovaries, & we even touch on the joy of motherhood. Listen in as she hilariously recounts the surprisingly rigorous hiring practices of a well-known fast food chain.
Follow on all their social media accounts --- Insta: @chevypq22 / FB: Chevy PQ / Snapchat: @ChevyPQ
If you want more 'Eye 2 I' follow our page on FB: @Eye2IPodcast or Eye2IPodcast.com...2020-07-0250 minEye 2 IEp. 19 - "Be As Gay As You Can" w/Josué LucianoOn today's episode, I am proud to welcome Josué Luciano, the Lead Cake Decorator of Grandview Bakery in Pittsburgh, PA. His journey and our conversation touches on everything from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 to Pittsburgh, from Project Runway, to psychology, and back to pastries! Josué’s journey took him from starting backstage in a supermarket in Florida and with the support of his friends and family, he has become the highly acclaimed cake decorator he is today! You may know him from his famous take on Pokémon and Drag Cakes. We also discuss his passion for volleyball, our love for Whitney, and we even...2020-06-2659 minEye 2 IEp. 18 - "Everybody's Invited" w/Ja'mon KimbroughToday we are lucky to interview Ja'Mon Kimbrough AKA Ariesfirebomb. In his own words, "Ariesfirebomb is a media company that specializes in Black (and other POC) media through a Queer lens." Ja'Mon is a well-versed DJ, Photographer, and Screenwriter with an MBA in Marketing from Hamline University. One of the things he is most known for is uniting people. He does this through his own unique blending of his knowledge of music, dance, fashion, & culture to craft one-of-kind parties, physically and virtually! Nothing stops this creative Aries. And do i hear bells in the distance? Listen in and find out...2020-06-2458 minEye 2 IBONUS Ep. 1 - Meet "Calliope Carmichaels MacPherson"In our first bonus episode of Eye 2 I, we interview the proud Trans Drag Artist known as Calliope Carmichaels MacPherson. Calliope is a house mother and producer living in the PNW. We delve into how she has become a member of several drag families, how she creates her face, & even touch on producing shows.
Follow her on all her social media accounts --- Insta: @thecalliopecarmichaels / FB: @GlitterGirls / YouTube: @CalliopeCarmichaelsMacPherson
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Send in a vo...2020-06-1738 minEye 2 IEp. 17 - "Oh, Crap. It's All Connected." w/Lilly DoOn this week's episode of Eye 2 I, Arron is joined by "Jackie of all trades", Lilly Do. Lilly is a writer, artist, & avid story collector. Lilly explains her collective journals & Arron recounts his first "heart massage" at Burning Man. We discuss our passion for words, what flow feels like, and how the stories we tell ourselves can shift our realities. Join us for an in depth convo that touches on the interconnectivity of our thoughts & reality. Quite simply, it's all connected.
Stay connected to what Lilly is involved with by checking out: Insta...2020-06-1048 minEye 2 IEp. 16 - "That’s My Juicy!" w/Stefhannie-Jo CalhounThis episode includes a foreword with a stance, information, and call to action concerning the BLM movement.
#TiffanyEubanks #JusticeForIyanna #BreonnaTaylor #GeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter
This episode puts a spotlight on an incredible friend & trans woman of color, Stefhannie-Jo Calhoun, whose on her 27th cycle around the sun. A performer with over a decade of experience, she's not just to be seen, but EXPERIENCED. Stefhannie A Mercury Experience DuPont (S.A.M.E.D) talks about life in Vancouver, what it takes to win a Drag pageant and how we can still shine during moments of darkness.
Listen and learn more about the LG...2020-06-0452 minEye 2 IEp. 15 - "What Do You Want to BE When You Grow Up?" w/Nicole TrickeyOn this episode, Arron & Emily are joined by Nicole Trickey, who still dreams of being a model! Nicole teaches improv (Co-Founded the Yakima Improv Society) & is a full time teacher of the 3rd Grade! We discuss what we wanted to be when we were young and how it connects to where we are today. Nicole and Emily also discuss transformation and making healthy lifestyle changes. Just "Say yes and.." listen in now.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eye2ipodcast/message2018-12-2100 min