Grizzly Kiki began in April 2014 as a pop culture and drag-centric podcast hosted by Robert Lechuga & Daniel Silva. We launched with recaps of RuPaul’s Drag Race and other reality programming. Shortly after releasing the first few episodes, we narrowed our focus to create a podcast that was unique in concept and would serve a community near and dear to us: DRAG QUEENS!!!!!!!!!!!!! The podcast is equal parts oral history and good old-fashioned kiki. We found that there were few platforms where Drag and Nightlife Artists could talk about their art and themselves in an open and honest way. Most of what is known about these artists comes from videos posted on the Internet or what they experience in bars and clubs. It was clear that there were stories to be told and shared with the world. Our mission is to create a comfortable and safe environment, where these artists can share their histories and experiences. Ours is a podcast that is meant to serve the drag and nightlife community by capturing the artists’ voices and making them available to the public. Grizzly Kiki is a program for drag enthusiasts, Drag Artists, and everyone in between. Listen and Join the Party!!
https://www.grizzlykiki.com/
Joey Arias
Joey Arias is preternatural. No other word suits this iconic performer, who defies all pre-conceived notions of drag, theatre, and gender. He is the only guest to have greeted us with his own sound effects, setting the tone for what would be one of our most entertaining interviews to date. During our time with him, we traced his life journey through stories about his upbringing, early days in New York, and world travels. Joey entranced us with anecdotes about his family; friendships with Klaus Nomi, Susanne Bartsch, and Manfred Mugler; and his numerous escapades with Sherry Vine. And these are just the tip of the iceberg! In order to fully appreciate our interview with Joey Arias, do as he does - don your birthday suit, dance, and break out your good gong!