Buster's Beat

Welcome back to another episode of Buster’s Beat! 💥 This time, Buster sits down with longtime friend Jess Almeda—aka Suds of Boston Roller Derby—for a chaotic, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation about identity, community, and finding your lane (even if it’s on wheels). Jess shares how they got into roller derby, what it’s like being part of a queer, gender-expansive sports community, and how the league operates as a fully DIY, nonprofit powerhouse. From snapping an ankle in their very first scrimmage to becoming a team captain, this episode dives into resilience, growth, and the beauty of chosen family. In this episode: How roller derby actually works (flat track vs. banked track 👀) The queer, inclusive culture of Boston Roller Derby Stage names, alter egos, and living between identities Music, performance, and creative crossover with bands like Your Friends in Hell Somerville nostalgia, weird collectibles, and naming your car (yes, really) Whether you're derby-curious, part of the drag/burlesque world, or just here for the vibes, this episode is full of laughs, heart, and local chaos energy. 🎧 Tap in, follow along, and support your local creatives + athletes! 🎙 Guest: Jess Almeida (Suds) Boston Roller Derby 🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc! 🔊 Follow On Instagram: @pantsbuster | @suddenlyseymour923 | @peabody_tv 🎧 Stream Buster’s Beat on all major platforms 🎥 Produced by Peabody TV in Peabody, MA

Season 2 of Buster’s Beat starts NOW! Buster kicks off a brand-new season with drag artist, TEDx speaker, and horror-podcast witch Sybil Disobedience for a delightfully unhinged conversation about LARPing elves, doing drag in the trunk of a car, astrology as queer shorthand, and why we’re all in drag every time we leave the house. From birthday shows and haunted dolls to podcast obsessions and imaginary heists (Plymouth Rock, you’re on notice), this episode sets the tone for Season 2: chaotic, heartfelt, and very on-brand. Sybil talks about their TEDx talk on performative identity, the creation of their interactive fiction podcast Whichever Path, and the sacred art of wearing kneepads so your drag career lasts longer than your cartilage. Expect clown-slut philosophy, Freddie Mercury in the microwave, and a reminder that community, pretend, and a little bit of chaos can be acts of self-actualization. 🎙 Guest: Sybil Disobedience / Journey 📍 Mother of the House of Disobedience, NH 🧙 Podcast: Whichever Path 🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc! 🔊 Follow On Instagram: @pantsbuster | @sybilldisobedience | @peabody_tv 🎧 Stream Buster’s Beat on all major platforms 🎥 Produced by Peabody TV in Peabody, MA

In this chilling and hilarious installment of Buster’s Beat, host @pantsbuster welcomes Kelly Kapow (@missscareall / @triviatimebitch), Salem’s own horror queen, haunter, and trivia host. Together they trace Kelly’s journey from spooky childhood obsessions and Freddy Krueger fanfiction to becoming a seasoned pro in the haunt industry, crafting grotesque and unforgettable characters that defy expectations of who gets to be scary. The episode dives into horror as both art and identity — from Halloween memories and queer awakenings to the enduring camp and terror of slashers, thrillers, and cult classics. Along the way, Buster and Kelly swap stories of shadowcast performances, debate the best gore vs. psychological horror, and laugh about the anxieties (and joys) of trivia showdowns. Final Girl is a love letter to horror, queerness, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up when the credits roll.

🎙️ In this episode of Buster’s Beat, your favorite toxic boyfriend Buster Pants sits down with longtime friend and fellow queer creative Asher Isaac — lead singer of Bella’s Bartok and self-proclaimed sad bastard cowboy musician. They dive into: 🌈 What it means to grow up queer in small-town scenes 🎺 The evolving (and queering) lineup of Bella’s Bartok 🚐 Life on the road, from bunkers in East Germany to New England dive bars 🎭 Navigating toxic masculinity, chosen family, and the politics of performance 🔥 Creating safe spaces in festival culture and setting boundaries with confidence If you’ve ever felt like the only queer at the campsite or wanted to scream into the void with glitter and purpose — this one’s for you. 👇 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more drag, music, and madness. 🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc! 🔊 Follow: @pantsbuster | @bellasbartok | @peabody_tv #BustersBeat #BellasBartok #QueerPodcast #FestivalCulture #AsherIsaac #LGBTVoices #DragPodcasts #IndieMusicScene

On this episode of Buster’s Beat, Buster Pants is joined by Alexa Stamison of Rex Wraps — musician, small business owner, and rock vendor extraordinaire 💎🎸 We chat about: 🪨 Geology & growing a queer crystal biz (hi, @rexwraps!) 🎤 Coming out to a dusty dyke in a bar bathroom 🎶 Saying goodbye to a beloved band 🧠 Why ADHD gays make the best bassists 🥭 And the power of Treat Tuesday™ It’s cozy, chaotic, crunchy, and unapologetically queer — just the way we like it 💖 🎧 Listen now on all YouTube, Spotify & Apple Muisc! 🔊 Follow: @pantsbuster | @rexwraps | @peabody_tv 🎧 Stream Buster’s Beat on all major platforms 🎥 Produced by Peabody TV in Salem, MA

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 tattooing until 30!) ✔️ Owning a queer-friendly tattoo space ✔️ The realities of running a grassroots cat rescue (with 9 cats at home!) ✔️ Creative burnout, mental health, and self-forgiveness ✔️ Why tattoos don’t need to mean everything to matter ✔️ Clams, seagulls, clown noses, and dead dog Instagrams 🐚🕊️🤡 Whether you're into tattoos, animals, or authentic conversations about queer life and community care — this episode is for you. It's heartfelt, hilarious, and filled with the kind of weird that makes life beautiful. 🔗 Subscribe for new episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if this episode gave you life! 📍Follow Cass: Tattoo shop: Rivers Two Roads (Danvers, MA) IG: @forestthen | Cat Rescue: @salemcataid 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your queer chaos.

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 rage” really means - The weird straightification of the Village People - Drag race discourse & whether kings even should be on TV - Community infighting, gatekeeping, and reclaiming queer unity - Aging in queer nightlife This episode is a love letter to the scum circuit: the DIY, punk rock, community-centered queer scene that raised us — and the one we’re fighting to preserve. ✨ Drag is political. Rage is sacred. And queer joy is resistance. ✨ 🎧 Listen now & subscribe for monthly queer chaos. 📌 Follow Buster Pants: instagram.com/pantsbuster 📌 Follow Dick Kayin: instagram.com/dickkayin 📌 Follow Peabody TV: instagram.com/peabody_tv

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 shops included! Buster and Viv also dive into deep and unhinged conversations about drag aesthetics, non-binary identities, queer comedy, chaotic romance novels, and, of course, the universal struggle of finding the perfect Crocs. Plus, Viv dishes on their journey from Indiana to Boston and what it’s like getting their PhD at Harvard (yes, you read that right). Get ready for laughs, spicy takes, and maybe a little existential crisis along the way. Hit that LIKE and SUBSCRIBE button, and don’t forget to leave a comment about your favorite unconventional comedy venue! 📌 Follow Buster Pants: instagram.com/pantsbuster 📌 Follow Viv Martin: instagram.com/vivmartincomedy 📌 Follow Peabody TV: instagram.com/peabody_tv

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—Wretched Reels, a new horror host series inspired by legends like Elvira and Svengoolie! 🎬👀 👻 Topics include: ✨ The magic of practical effects in ‘80s horror 🎭 Lydia’s past as a musical theater kid (shocking, we know!) 🕹️ How video games helped Lydia find their true identity 🕰️ Nostalgia trips through old-school TV, film, and internet weirdness 💀 The legacy of horror hosts and why Salem needs one And of course, it wouldn’t be Buster’s Beat without some ridiculous tangents, celebrity death match nostalgia, and deep-cut American Dad references. 🖤 FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: 🎤 Buster Pants: instagram.com/@pantsbuster 🎭 Lydia: instagram.com/wretchedlydia 📺 Peabody TV: instagram.com/peabody_tv 📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more drag, chaos, and unfiltered fun!

🎙️ 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, and why the Salem drag scene is unlike any other. Plus, hear about their upcoming podcast with NAGLY (North Shore Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth) and their hilarious and heartwarming story of finding love at an auction. 🏳️‍🌈💖 📌 Highlights: Drag debut secrets and community love 💃 Non-binary awakening and the beauty of queer identities 🌟 The importance of community in uncertain times 🤝 A deep dive into nerdy joys like Avatar: The Last Airbender and Bob’s Burgers 🍔 Follow Geya Jenda on Instagram: @geya_jenda ✨ Stay tuned for more queer stories, drag magic, and uplifting conversations with Buster's Beat! 📢 Follow us on Instagram for updates and more: Peabody TV: @peabody_tv Buster Pants: @pantsbuster

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 impress girls (yes, really!) 🤭 Finding freedom and joy in drag 💫 Don't miss this fun-filled, candid conversation that dives deep into the world of queer artistry, film industry chaos, and the magic of self-expression! 🎧 Listen on Spotify or watch right on YouTube! 🔗 Follow Buster Pants: @pantsbuster 🔗 Follow Ken Baby: @[Ken's Instagram handle] 🔗 Follow Peabody TV: @peabody_tv #BustersBeat #DragKing #QueerPodcast #FilmIndustry #CostumeDesign #LGBTQCreatives

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 fuels their creativity, including their iconic Xenomorph drag look. They also share stories about their experiences in theater, filmmaking, and the production of their new web series, Ghost Hunting is a Drag. As they unravel the “ghost frequency” theory, Darren and Buster discuss eerie encounters and the unexplainable—proving that drag, queerness, and even the paranormal all share a common thread of creativity and resilience. Tune in for a laugh, a scare, and a reminder that queer joy shines brightest even in the darkest times. Follow Your Host 👉 Buster Pants - instagram.com/pantsbuster Follow Your Guest 👉 Darren Tashine instagram.com/darrentosshine Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPvg0eBJ86U For more episodes of Buster's Beat and shows similar, follow: 👉 Peabody TV - instagram.com/peabody_tv

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 boundaries. Expect laughter, inspiration, and some accordion talk you didn’t know you needed! 🎶✨ Stay Connected with Us on Instagram: Follow Your Host 👉 Buster Pants - @pantsbuster Follow Your Guest 👉 Lynsey Moon (Mia Culpa) - instagram.com/onlymiaculpa 👉 Your Friends in Hell - instagram.com/yourfriendsinhell Watch on YouTube 👉 https://youtu.be/cT7_FolVoUE?si=YOYo5sWwZU7vuzLe For more episodes of Buster's Beat and shows similar, follow: Peabody TV - instagram.com/peabody_tv

🎬 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 dynamic conversation about art, queerness, and everything in between! 👉 Follow your host, Buster Pants! Instagram 👉 Follow your guest, Miss Michael! Instagram Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94xKyO_7V80 👉 Follow Peabody TV! instagram.com/peabody_tv peabodytv.org 🎧 Watch now and be part of the fun! #BustersBeat #TwirlingInRightField #MissMichael #QueerArtists #DragLife #CreativeJourney #NewEpisode

🎥 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 podcasting, and the pure joy of gender euphoria. Join us for an entertaining and inspiring conversation that's sure to make you laugh, think, and feel all the feels. Don’t miss out – hit that play button now! Follow your host, Buster Pants! instagram.com/pantsbuster Listen on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDs8HSzj92bruTWpxaTDgc6KH40kS2bYb&si=r59KMZsJw29mYAvN Follow Queer Videography: instagram.com/queer.videography Follow Peabody TV! instagram.com/peabody_tv peabodytv.org

🎥 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 world of astrology And so much more! Carly brings her unique perspective and vibrant personality to the show, making this episode a must-watch for art lovers, tattoo enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a good story. 🌟✨ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring content! 🔔 Subscribe to Buster's Beat for more episodes! 🔔 Follow us on social media: instagram.com/pantsbuster instagram.com/peabody_tv Tune in and let the whimsy begin! 🎧

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 associated with it. Caroline shares her personal journey and insights, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs faced by queer individuals in the theater community. This conversation is a celebration of authenticity, diversity, and the power of the stage to bring important stories to life. In this episode, we discuss: Caroline’s experiences and career in theater - The impact of queerness in the theatrical world - Breaking down stereotypes and confronting stigmas - The importance of representation and diversity in the arts Don’t miss this engaging and thought-provoking episode! Subscribe to our channel and ring the bell to stay updated with all our latest episodes!

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.

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!