Buster's Beat

Buster Pants
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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.

  1. APR 20

    Buster's Beat: Most Daring with Jess Almeida

    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

    1h 4m

  2. FEB 13

    We're Earth Signs with Sybil Disobedience

    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

    1h 15m

  3. 09/11/2025

    Final Girl with Kelly Kapow / Trivia Time Bitch

    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.

    58 min

  4. 07/15/2025

    Fun as Heck with Asher of Bella's Bartok

    🎙️ 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

    1h 11m

  5. 06/12/2025

    Permanent Field Trip with Alexa Stamison of Rex Wraps

    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

    1h 2m

  6. 05/15/2025

    No Murdercake, Please

    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.

    58 min

  7. 04/10/2025

    Back to the Scum Circuit with Dick Kayin

    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

    1h 7m

  8. 03/13/2025

    Original Experience with Viv Martin

    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

    52 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Buster Pants
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024, PeabodyTV
  • Show Website
    Buster's Beat