Billy Masters LIVE: Recent Episodes
Billy Masters
Billy Masters LIVE is a chat show hosted by comedian and columnist Billy Masters. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/billymasterslive/support
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E3) - 10-2-23 - We welcome back one of our most frequent guests - the divine Charles Busch - who just released his memoir, "Leading Lady - A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy". Last week, his film "The Sixth Reel" was released. So we'll also be joined by two of Charles' most frequent collaborators - the film's costar, Julie Halston and director, Carl Andress. So grab a cocktail and join in the fun!You can watch this episode at:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lv-fkvhemV4
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Billy Masters LIVE (S04E2) - 4-12-23 - Judy Gold is one of Billy's favorite guests. Strike that - one of his favorite people. She's funny, she's smart, she's quick, she's loyal, and she's BACK!! Her off-Broadway show "Yes, I Can Say That!" is based on her book of the same name (and cleverly staged by BD Wong) is a cross between history lesson, confessional, and cautionary tale – with plenty of laughs. Whenever times are bleak, it is comedians that not only speak truth to power, but also provide us with the courage to face anything and everything. Billy and Judy will likely talk about EVERYTHING on this episode!You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/live/EP36johrxhc
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Billy Masters LIVE (S04E1) - 1-25-23 - To kick off our 4th season, we are joined by singer, model and gay icon, Paul Lekakis. We'll be talking about his long and varied careers, as well as his new single, "Rainbow". Our frequent contributor Mark MacKillop takes us inside his journey to get hair transplants in Istanbul, Turkey! All that and more on a special primetime edition of Billy Masters LIVE!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/Wn32CL1snok
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E16) - 12-8-22 - Billy is thrilled to be chatting with an extraordinarily versatile performer - Christine Ebersole. Whether she's playing a role, giving a concert, or performing on the big or small screen, you can count of Christine to make you laugh, make you think, and make you grateful you tuned in. She's someone who always delivers - such as with her latest CD called "After the Ball", in television's "Bob Loves Abishola", and surely in her upcoming New Year's Eve concert in Provincetown! We're delighted to talk to someone who is truly a living legend (and a Tony winner twice over). And, btw, if you want to see her on New Year's Eve, click on this link:
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5569076
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/W-YY3b6on9k
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E15) - 11-30-22 - On the eve of his final appearance on FOX's "Call Me Kat", we remember the incandescent Leslie Jordan. A longtime friend of Billy's, it's ironic that he had never appeared on "Billy Masters LIVE". But we will be remembering him with some colleagues from all areas of his life. Some of our guests include John Griffin who plays his love interest on "Kat", Varla Jean Merman who appeared with him in "Lucky Guy" off-Broadway, and Bruce Vilanch - well, he's omnipresent!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/1PGbHFHc_DU
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E14) - 11-22-22 - On our special Thanksgiving episode we sit down with the legendary Greg Louganis. In addition to everything else, we'll talk about his upcoming auction of memorabilia - including his Olympic medals. Get more details on his website, www.GregLouganis.com
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/-0kBt8tdHuA
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E13) - 10-24-22 - A rare Billy Masters LIVE - in Primetime! On this episode, Billy talks with two very different entertainers. Gabe Lopez is prolific singer-songwriter-producer. In addition to his own material, he's worked extensively with Belinda Carlisle - and is the opening act for her current mini-tour. And Ben Patrick Johsnon is no stranger to Billy Masters LIVE. An acclaimed voice-over artist, he's also a radio personality, currently on Yummy Hits Radio. He's an author, a fitness model, and outspoken advocate. It should be a sizzling show!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/9lFKRJnO5RU
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E12) - 10-18-22 - On a special day and time, Billy sits down with two of the best crooners in cabaret. On their own, they are Nicolas King and Seth Sikes. Together, they're The New Belters. We'll find out what they've got planned - both on their own and as a duo.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/olaqo_Si5Yo**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E11) - 10-13-22 - Kicking off our fall season, Billy sits down with raconteur Michael Musto to catch up on all things current. Then we talk to author James Gavin about his bestselling biography on George Michael.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bl7E3Jc3WpE**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E10) - 6-30-22 - Billy has long wanted to sit down with trans actor and activist Alexandra Billings. Get ready for a fascinating chat about her incredible journey, career, and take on current events.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/GKmcJoc3yXg**
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Billy and his panel of experts look back at the 75th Annual Tony Awards, as well as the Broadway season. Joining Billy is legendary columnist Michael Musto, prolific writer and raconteur Bruce Vilanch, producer and director Richard Jay-Alexander, and acclaimed actress Anastasia Barzee.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/pYvo5hpDq3A
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E08) - 6-2-22 - Billy sits down with the magnificent Melba Moore to talk about her extensive career on stage, screen and record. Speaking of recordings, she has a new collection out right now - "Imagine".
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/w3oDOTpXSAI**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E07) - 5-12-22 - After seeing the LA production of the off-Broadway hit "Afterglow", Billy decided to do a show focused on the play and its topics - including open relationships. He'll be sitting down with playwright S. Asher Gelman, as well as the three sexy stars - Noah Bridgestock, Nathan Mohebbi, and James Hayden Rodriguez.
You can get more details about the play and tickets at: https://www.Afterglowtheplay.com
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/rxpAqeJ54t0
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E06) - 5-5-22 - Billy catches up with his pal Levi Kreis, who is touring in the Broadway musical "Hadestown" - currently at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles. We'll also catch up with legendary Jimmy James, who is currently fundraising to make a documentary, "The Boy Who Was Marilyn": https://www.gofundme.com/f/ycsku-to-come
https://www.LeviKreis.com
https://www.JimmyJames.com
https://www.Hadestown.com/tour
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/vVnxuosD_9E
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E05) - 4-14-22 - We welcome back our first guest from season 3 - the fabulous Sharon Gless In part one, we talked at length about her fascinating childhood, her family, and finally embarking on an acting career. Now, we will talk about that career. Of course we kick off with "Cagney and Lacey", and continue to present day. You can find even more details in her fabulous new memoir, "Apparently There Were Complaints".
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/ARXhq0ucEzQ
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E04) - 4-7-22 - Anything can happen when Billy welcomes his bon ami David Pevsner to the show. Pevsner has a new memoir, "Damn Shame", where he discusses his numerous careers as an actor, write, composer, model, and rent boy! You won't want to miss it.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/ljI6dzN1d0k
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E03) - 3-31-22 - All About Oscar - Billy breaks down the Oscars with some people who know a thing or two about 'em. Bruce Vilanch has been the head writer for more Oscar shows than anyone. And both Elex Micaelson and Karl Schmid has worked the red carpet for both pre- and post-Oscar telecasts.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/L_PuZZpU1lY
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E02) - 3-24-22 - What can I say about Sam Harris? He's got it all. Talent, looks, a brain...a very rare combination these days. We'll be talking about his new show, "Openly Gray", as well as detailing his vocal chord surgery, which sidelined him for several months. He's always outspoken, outrageous, and outstanding. Sam Harris...on Billy Masters LIVE.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt4WCXlEwH8**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S03E01) - 3-17-22 - For our season three premiere, we sit down with the much-lauded, iconic, amazing Sharon Gless. Yes, Cagney – of Cagney and Lacey. Debbie from Queer as Folk. We’ll discuss the many ups and downs of a life well-lived – which she writes about in her memoir "Apparently There Were Complaints". Make no mistake – there will be NO complaints after you watch this special episode of Billy Masters LIVE.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nerm1u9cgco**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E30) - 12-23-21 - This week, Billy welcomes someone he's known for decades - the world's premiere Cher impersonator, Thirsty Burlington! And, we might have some surprise guests. And, if you are so inclined, please donate to Thirsty's GoFundMe page and donate what you can. We're only $1500 short - but without that amount, the money will not get distributed to Thirsty. We need your help - and I hope many of you who have been entertained by Thirsty for years will step up and help create a Christmas miracle. Just go to http://www.BillyMasters.com/Thirsty and give what you can. It would be greatly appreciated.! xoxo Billy
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZBZHbEiXuQ**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E29) - 12-16-21 - This week, Billy sits down with two special guests. We kick off with author Jim Colucci, who collaborated with the legendary Norman Lear for “All in the Family: The Show that Changed Television”. And then we shift gears and catch up with singer/actor Rex Smith, who is currently appearing in "Love Actually Live" at The Wallis in Beverly Hills.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfgML33D2qA**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E28) - 12-9-21 - Billy sits down with legendary designer, Bob Mackie - who is the subject of a new book, "The Art of Bob Mackie". We'll also be joined by the author, Frank Vlastnik.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=839o8usol-c**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E27) - 12-2-21 - We kick off the holiday season with one of our favorite guests. The marvelous Marilyn Maye is doing a Holiday Spectacular at the fabulous Wick Theatre in Boca Raton with a special guest, Nicolas King. We give you a sneak peek at some of the material, talk to Marilyn about what makes her happy, how she got through the pandemic, and how will she get through 24 holiday shows....with children!! Oh, you won't wanna miss this one!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q94sQgGF4ac
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E26) - 11-18-21 - Kicking off the second hundred episodes of Billy Masters LIVE, we welcome three of our most popular guests. Charles Busch a renown performer and playwright, Michael Riedel is an acclaimed author, radio and television host, and Bruce Vilanch is a legendary bon vivant who has written for virtually everybody in showbiz...including himself!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/C9wNWWJpprQ
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E25) - 11-11-21 - This is our 100th episode, and we celebrate with the legendary Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. We talk about their prolific careers - solo, duo, and with the Fifth Dimension - as well as their appearance in The Summer of Soul. We also catch up with one of our most frequent contributors, former West Hollywood Mayor John Duran - who will update us on the Covid situation on the West Coast.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/INvyn07Yw7o
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E24) - 10-28-21 - Billy is joined by three of his favorite young contributors - Jonny Beauchamp, Jason Dottley, Mark MacKillop - for a panel discussion about such things as what it's like performing today, Broadway re-opening, booster shots, and being young and public on social media.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymPIuT3JFHg
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E23) - 10-21-21 - For our fall premiere, Billy welcomes members from the cast of "Naked Boys Singing" Las Vegas - including David Hernandez, Matthew Ludwinski, Chris Salvatore, and Marcus Terell.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuaazLh3ADc**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E22) - 6-29-21 - We close our Pride Month celebrations with two trailblazers in reality TV - Real World New York alums, Norman Korpi and Eric Nies. They recently kinda reunited for "The Real World Homecoming: New York" and we'll find out what it was like to be in the first series, how reality TV has changed, and what they've been up to.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLKfD2-Vuik**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E21) - 6-24-21 - Pride Panel - For this episode, Billy has assembled a panel to discuss Gay Pride Month and other current events. Joining him will be writer, comedian, actors, and all around bon vivant, Bruce Vilanch; performer Jason Dottley; and writer Jim Colucci.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUBTRGliK4Y**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E20) - 6-17-21 - Billy celebrates Broadway Bares 2021 with some of the talent performers - including Christopher Sieber, Patrick Boyd, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Sebastian La Cause, and Mark MacKillop. Started in 1992 by Jerry Mitchell, the show features some of the greatest talents from Broadway and beyond joining forces to raise money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This year's Broadway Bares: Twerk From Home will take place on Sunday, June 20th at 9PM Eastern. You can watch for free at: BroadwayCares.org
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/Md4tYzlusvs**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E19) - 6-10-21 - Our Gay Pride Month celebration continues with Dan Mathews. His new book, "Like Crazy - Life with My Mother and Her Invisible Friends" discusses caring for his mother during her final years with mental illness. We'll also discuss his long history of activism, primarily with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLm0opPL3bg**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E18) - 6-8-21 - Continuing our celebration of Gay Pride Month, we welcome the prolific Paul Rudnick. Known best for the play (and film) "Jeffrey", he has also written screenplays for "In & Out", "Addams Family Values", and the recent "Coastal Elites". His latest novel, "Playing the Palace", is about the romance of a gay New Yorker (by way of New Jersey) and the openly gay crown prince of England!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKCsKEJSRXM
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E17) - 6-3-21 - We kick of Gay Pride Month with portions of our celebration last year - including appearances by Olivia Newton John, Pauley Perrette and Willam. Billy will introduce the show live with his frequent LA Pride co-host, MOMMA! Celebrate your pride here!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElBXxf7_Tas
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E16) - 5-27-21 - Time for another panel discussion on current events and pop culture. Joining Billy will be comedian and writer Frank DeCaro, comedian and actor Daniel Franzese (from "Mean Girls"), and actor and activist Jonny Beauchamp (from "Stonewall" and "Penny Dreadful").
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96D4QnCoBy4
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E15) - 5-20-21 - Billy catches up with "American Idol" alum David Hernandez about how he's gotten through the pandemic, his career, and his new single, "ILY", which is an inclusive love song.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCD9aPZf8SM&
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E14) - 5-13-21 - A pop culture potpourri. We'll discuss everything from the cancellation of Ellen and the Golden Globes, to Broadway re-opening, Kevin Spacey, Bill and Melinda Gates' divorce...and everything in between! The panel includes Steve Kmetko, Ben Patrick Johnson and Mark MacKillop
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doK06f8tVF0**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E13) - 5-6-21 - Billy takes a look at Broadway - when will it return, what will it look like, and will they ever give out last year's Tony Awards. His two guests are experts in the field. Longtime theatre columnist Michael Riedel looks back at the 90's on the Great White Way with his book, "Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway". And Eddie Shapiro sits down with leading men with his new book, "A Wonderful Guy: Conversations with the Great Men of Musical Theater".
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/fdm3J7l6Idw**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E12) - 4-29-21 - A pop culture potpourri. We'll discuss everything from the Oscars to the decline of The Talk to Colton Underwood's coming out with a few of our favorite fellas - Bruce Vilanch, Richard Jay-Alexander and Jonny Beauchamp
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/jtEgbftAucs**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E11) - 4-22-21 - The prolific Del Shores is Billy's guest. They'll discuss his Texas childhood, his move to Los Angeles, and his experiences as a writer, producer, actor, and all around gay icon.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/tYtKeER6RgU**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E10) - 4-15-21 - With the British Royals in the news, it's the perfect time to sit down with royal expert Richard Mineards. We'll discuss Harry and Meghan's Oprah interview, Prince Philip's passing, and what happens next. We'll also check in with former West Hollywood mayor, John Duran, to see how residents are dealing with the pandemic.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/XTg5r38rUD4**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E09) - 4-8-21 - One of Billy's favorite performers is Ruta Lee. Oh, you all know her from the classic movie musical "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers", or from an episode of "The Twilight Zone", or even from rolling the big dice for Alex Trebek on "High Rollers". But Billy knows her as an accomplished stage performer, comedienne, a philanthropic dynamo. With her new autobiography, "Consider Your Ass Kissed", Ruta tells all in her unique way!
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/HMBA5hT-R0A**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E08) - 4-1-21 - In another episode ripped from the headlines, Billy is joined by Mack Beggs. You've probably followed his story in the news. Trans male high school wrestler forced to compete in the girls category. The girls (who usually lost) weren't happy, the boys (who wanted a chance to wrestled Beggs) weren't happy, and Mack wasn't happy. But those are the rules in Texas. Hear how Mack is fighting to change the laws pertaining to trans athletes. Plus, Billy is joined by his favorite (and, to date, only) co-host - SUE O'CONNELL! Yes, New England Cable News' political commentator is back to join us.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/VuG_1gg3tB8**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E07) - 3-25-21 - Billy spends 90 minutes with his pal, the iconic Christopher Atkins. Their chat includes a pretty extensive overview of his acting career, his work as a model, what its like to pose nude and be objectified as a male, and what's coming next.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/eVnuohotkvg**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E06) - 3-18-21 - In this episode, Billy welcomes two of his favorite singers. First up is the magnificent Martha Wash - the voice behind The Weather Girls, Two Tons O' Fun, Black Box, C&C Music Factory, and made sure you knew who was really singing. Then we have Jeanie Tracy, who also started with Martha backing Sylvester and went on to acclaim on "Star Search" and the dancefloor. Get ready to dance!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3Y8NjG4TUg
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E05) - 3-11-21 - Ripped from the headlines, Billy sits down with Gabbi Tuft, who was previously WWE superstar Tyler Reks, along with OnlyFans superstars Rick & Griff Twombley-King. And, happily, the show was co-hosted with NECN contributor Sue O'Connell
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOxa3NMYH9s
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E04) - 03-04-21 - Renée Taylor - Billy sits down with the effervescent Renée Taylor. They'll talk about her many performance on film, television and stage, her marriage to Joe Bologna, and her many co-stars. We'll also be joined by her son, Gabriel Bologna, to talk about his new film "Tango Shalom" - which also stars his mom. And, as a special treat, our good friend - and "Tango Shalom" co-star - Lainie Kazan drops in to talk about her experience on the film and her long friendship with Renée and the entire family!!
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NokcbnMXkZM**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E03) - 2-18-21 - Billy and his favorite co-host, NECN contributor Sue O'Connell, sit down with the amazing Eric Roberts to discuss his lengthy and varied career. In addition to being joined by his wife, Eliza, they were all surprised by a special appearance by Sherri Shepherd - who co-starred with Eric on "Less Than Perfect". A fascinating in depth look at one our most talented and prolific actors.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mDbOVgFMUM**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E02) - 2-16-21 - Tribute to Mary Wilson - Celebrating the life of Mary Wilson, a founding member of the Supremes. We are joined by some of her friends - another former Supreme, Scherrie Payne, along with her sister, singer and one of Mary's close Freda Payne. Also we'll have Sheryl Lee Ralph from the Broadway production of "Dreamgirls", Ruth Pointer of "The Pointer Sisters", and the acclaimed Darlene Love. Plus, biographers Mark Bego and James Gavin along with producers Andy Skurow and George Solomon.
**You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsgV4UrocUk**
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Billy Masters LIVE (S02E01) - 2-11-21 - Billy kicks off his second season with one of his favorite singers of all time - Melissa Manchester. They'll talk about her roots, her beginnings with Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, and her phenomenal solo success as a singer and actress. What's coming up for Melissa and how is she reinventing herself - and giving back? Listen in as she talks about her past...and her future.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxbWsBMgJgY
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E75) - 12-29-20 - Billy takes a little time to enjoy looking back at the year that was. The highs, the lows, the ups, the downs. He's joined by some of his first guests, his most frequent guest, and some peeks behind the scenes at Billy Masters LIVE!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a03cord2GHs
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E74) - 12-24-20 - After talking with Taylor Dayne on a recent show, Billy invited his friend Dennis Hensley to come on and talk about his great game, "You Don't Know My Life". We decided to turn that discussion into its own episode. On the episode, Billy reveals some juicy stories - including some tidbits about his night with George Michael (during the WHAM days). Tune in to join in the fun!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpRnqmYHKfQ
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E73) - 12-22-20 - There are singers, and then there's Taylor Dayne - one of the most powerful and distinctive voices around. And she's sitting down with Billy for a special pre-Christmas episode. Although she doesn't do much sitting around. She's cleaning, doing her hair and make-up, calling to let her boyfriend in, introducing us to her son, etc. But she also does get real about her physical ailments as a child, dispels some urban legends about her career, her relationship with her "peers", and her future plans. It's a crazy, freewheeling show - you won't want want to miss it!
You can watch this episode on:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaXzK_078r4
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E72) - 12-17-20 - Billy welcomes the amazing Ruth Pointer of the fabulous Pointer Sisters for the full show. They'll be talking her life, her career, and her sensational autobiography, "Still So Excited". There's lots of music, memories, and even a surprise guest appearance by Ruth's daughter, Issa (also daughter of Dennis Edwards of The Temptations - so that makes her music royalty).
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E71) - 12-15-20 - Continuing our holiday festivities, Billy welcomes Mindy Sterling, Arnetia Walker, and playwright Stan Zimmerman. They are appearing in a live reading of "Yes, Virginia" as a benefit for the Laguna Playhouse on Thursday, December 17. You can watch that reading at: www.lagunaplayhouse.com, but you can see them first on Billy Masters LIVE!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E70) - 12-10-20 - Billy continues his holiday celebrations with Kay Sedia, who shows us the latest in Tupperware and bakes some holiday treats. We'll also be joined by ABC7's entertainment reporter Karl Schmid, who will talk to us about his F+Stigma campaign to fight the stigma of being HIV-positive.
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E69) - 12-8-20 - Billy continues his holiday celebration with the delicious Sam Harris. We'll be discussing the film version, "HAM: A Musical Memoir". We'll also discuss his recent novel, "The Substance of All Things", the remastering of his CDs, and other aspects of his lengthy career. Oh, it'll get dishy!
You can see his film by clicking on this link: https://www.laemmle.com/film/ham-musical-memoir
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E68) - 12-1-20 - Sheryl Lee Ralph - to kick off our Divas of December, we bring you the Diva-licious Sheryl Lee Ralph. Since it is World AIDS Day, we will discuss her fight against AIDS, her fundraiser, Divas Simply Singing (30 years and counting), her upcoming holiday film "Christmas Comes Twice", and much MUCH more!!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E67) - 11-26-20 - Happy Thanksgiving! With so many people stuck at home, Billy wanted to reach out to one of his favorite people - Charles Busch. The two chat about Busch's career, a film he just shot, his memoir, and what they're both thankful for!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E66) - 11-10-22 - Billy sits down for an in depth look at the life and career of Ed Asner. There is so much material, we've decided to break this show up into two parts. In this part, Ed talks about moving to Hollywood, working with John Wayne, the Mary Tyler Moore cast, and his own show, Lou Grant, We also discuss how politics almost derailed his career, and how he always felt like an outsider.
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E65) - 11-10-20 - Billy sits down for an in depth look at the life and career of Ed Asner. There is so much material, we've decided to break this show up into two parts. Enjoy!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E64) - 11-5-20 - Billy takes a break from politics and sits down with the creative forces behind the Emerging Artist Theatre and Red Spear Productions benefit reading of "Boys Don't Wear Lipstick", including playwright Brian Belovitch, director Everett Quinton, Tony winner Lena Hall and Jonny Beauchamp.
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E63) - 11-3-20 - Election Day Special - Take a break from the angst of the election and laugh with Billy. He'll be sharing gossip, answering questions, and just hanging out with the fans. We'll also be looking back at some special moments with Loni Anderson, Marilyn Maye, Michele Lee,, Lainie Kazan, and our all-star performance of a scene from Hairspray!!!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E62) - 10-29-20 - Billy sits down with Gilles Marini to find out more about his life, his background, his career, and how he feels about being a sex symbol. Also, West Hollywood City Councilor John Duran updates us on the coronavirus situation in Los Angeles and urges people to get out and vote.
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E61) - 10-27-20 - Billy welcomes his pal Christopher Sieber for an in depth discussion about his extensive career on stage and screen, and his upcoming livestream event. "The Christopher Sieber Special" debuts on November 5th and will feature Billy Stritch on the piano - you can watch it here:
https://events.broadwayworld.com/event/christopher-sieber-11-5-7-pm-et/
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E60) - 10-22-20 - We tried it before, but now we've finally done it. The legendary Lainie Kazan and magnificent Michele Lee give their first interview to Billy Masters and discuss their friendship and their individual careers. And then - a conversation 47 years in the making - they speak for the first time together about their experience with the Broadway musical "Seesaw". You won't want to miss it!
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E59) - 10-20-20 - Billy sits down with some of his favorite people. First, catch up on current events with Sue O'Connell. Next, find out about the Supreme Court confirmation hearings and the upcoming election with Gloria Allred And then, have a laugh with Randy Roberts who tells us how things are going in Key West.
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E57) - 10-13-20 - Billy sits down to talk to David Pevsner about the video release of his one-man show, "Musical Comedy Whore".
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E56) - 10-8-20 - Billy sits down to chat with John McDaniel about his long and varied career - including talking about his work on Broadway, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, and his upcoming musical, Sticks & Stones. You can subscribe to Johnny's videos on YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqK844VsqrGiWYlSH27u5mg
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E55) - 10-6-20 - Billy chats with one of his comedic idols and friends - Christopher Titus. Along with Rachel Bradley, they will discuss doing comedy during covid and share some secrets from the road.
Check out their amazing shows on: https://www.combustionlive.com
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E54) - 10-1-20 - Billy welcomes Florian Klein (aka gay porn star Hans Berlin), and star Taubert Nadalini to discuss the music video from "Shooting Star" which is helping raise money for Covid-19 relief. You can watch the video and get more information at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW72cIgaEcs
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Billy Masters LIVE (S01E53) - 09-29-20 - Billy sits down with the legendary Loni Anderson. They speak at length about her early years, her start in theatre, her marriages, and her roles - including The Jayne Mansfield Story, WKRP, Partners in Crime, VIP, So NoTORIous, and My Sister is So Gay. One of our most indepth, provocative, and charming shows to date.
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