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Tails and Tassels

Hello, kitty cats! Welcome to Tails and Tassels. I"m your host, Gemma Smith. By day, I"m a manager at a Kitten Nursery in NYC, and by night, I host the Catbaret!, a cat-themed variety show! In this podcast, you"ll dive into the world of burlesque and nightlife performers—their craft, their cats, and how these two worlds collide. Plus, enjoy bonus episodes featuring feline experts answering your burning questions. New episodes drop every Thursday. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate,

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47:59

Inside Show Me Your Kitties Cabaret with Luna LoveLee

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/10/30

Catbaret — Don’t Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! --- In this week’s episode, Gemma sits down with Luna Lovelee—a Long Beach–based burlesque performer, costumer, and producer of Show Me Your Kitties Cabaret. Luna shares how rescuing a kitten trapped inside a car led her to connect with the Little Lion Foundation and

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26:59

How to Juggle Your Day Job and Your Art—Without...

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2025/10/16

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- Welcome back to Tails and Tassels! We’re kicking off Season 2 with a solo episode all about balancing your day job with the art that fuels your soul. If you’ve ever felt torn between paying the bills and pursuing your true creative work, this episode is for you. I’m sharing five

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1:25

Season 2 Trailer | Tails & Tassels Podcast

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2025/09/11

Hi Kitty Cats! We're back this fall. This is the podcast where you pounce into the lives or burlesque and nightlife performers - their craft, their cats, and how these two worlds intertwine.In Season 2, you’ll hear:Guest interviews with performers and feline expertsSolo episodes with creative tips and behind-the-scenes reflectionsA bigger, bolder focus on building our com-mew-nity of cat-loving creativesSeason 2 premieres Thursday, October 17 — subscribe now so you don’t miss the first

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21:55

Season One Finale: Listener Q&A on Burlesque, Animal...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/03/27

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- Hello, hello, kitty cats! It’s the season one finale of Tails and Tassels! 🎉 Thank you for joining me on this journey since our debut in October. In this episode, I’m answering listener questions about how I got into burlesque and animal welfare, sharing exciting updates about

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74:03

El Jong: Insider Tips on Photography, YouTube and the...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/03/20

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this week's episode, Gemma sits down with El Jong—a multi-talented photographer, videographer, and YouTube content creator who’s mastered the art of turning passion into a full-blown creative hustle. El Jong dives into his journey from film photography to building an authentic

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21:28

What’s New: Podcasting, Burlesque & Life Updates

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/03/13

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- 🐾 We’re nearing the end of Season 1! This solo episode is an unscripted chat about life, creativity, and what’s next. I’m reflecting on hitting 20 episodes, the behind-the-scenes work of running a podcast, and why I chose to host Tails and Tassels as Gemma Smith instead of my

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33:09

Rogue: Magician, Mentalist, and Animal Lover

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/03/06

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this week's episode, Gemma sits down with Rogue, a magician, mentalist, and longtime animal lover. You might recognize him from America’s Got Talent or his jaw-dropping performances on the magic circuit. Rogue shares his journey in the world of magic, the creative challenges he

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22:12

Catbaret Show Highlights and Behind-the-Scenes

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/02/27

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this solo episode, I’m sharing an inside look at the most recent Catbaret!, my NYC-based cat-themed variety show! From behind-the-scenes moments to my personal reflections on the last show, you’ll get an unfiltered look at what it takes to bring this production to life. Plus,

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39:37

Neysa Lozano: How Theater, Tarot and Cats Shape Her...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/02/20

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this week’s Tails and Tassels, Gemma sits down with the multi-talented Neysa Lozano, an actor, avant-garde theater artist, tarot reader, and storyteller. Neysa shares how her love for performance and mysticism intertwine, from her theatrical roots to crafting compelling

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8:54

Galentine’s Day & Why Cats Make the Best Friends!

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/02/13

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this special Galentine’s Day episode, we’re celebrating friendship—both human and feline! Whether you're spending the day with friends, loved ones, or just your cat, we’ll dive into five heartwarming reasons why cats make the best companions. From their emotional support to

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37:52

Amber Lyoness: How Passion Fuels Her Burlesque,...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/02/06

Don't Miss the Next Catbaret! 🐱🎭 There’s always a new Catbaret show coming up—whether in person in NYC or virtually! Grab your tickets at CatbaretShow.com for a night of cat-themed comedy, music, and burlesque! -- In this week’s Tails and Tassels, Gemma sits down with the powerhouse Amber Lyoness, the founder of Lyoness Dance Company and creator of the sexy feline-inspired burlesque show Purr. Amber shares her journey from dance to fashion school to discovering her love for burlesque and how

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11:11

How Cats, Creativity, and Community Collide at the...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/01/30

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Catbaret! 🎉 Join us for this purr-fectly entertaining night with in-person and virtual tickets available! Get your tickets here! -- Hello, kitty cats! Welcome back to Tails and Tassels! I'm your host, Gemma Smith—animal advocate by day and host of the Catbaret, a cat-themed variety show in NYC by night! In this episode, we're diving into the story of the Catbaret, where cats, creativity, and community collide. Discover how this one-of-a-kind NYC variety show

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44:30

Bitsy Brûlée: How to Stay Inspired, Keep Pursuing...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/01/23

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Catbaret! 🎉Join us for this purr-fectly entertaining night with in-person and virtual tickets available! Get your tickets here!--In this week’s Tails and Tassels, Gemma chats with the multi-talented Bitsy Brûlée, an actor and burlesque artist known for her undeniable love for her very special cat, Screamy. ✨🐾 Bitsy shares how she got started in the world of burlesque, her inspirations behind her art in theater and film, and the special role her cat plays in...

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16:42

Stress Management for Performers: Simple Tips to Stay...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/01/16

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Catbaret! 🎉Join us for this purr-fectly entertaining night with in-person and virtual tickets available! Get your tickets here!--In this solo episode of Tails and Tassels, I share my top stress management tips for performers, from daily rituals and time management strategies to the grounding power of spending time with my cats. These simple but effective techniques help me avoid burnout and stay balanced in my busy life as a burlesque performer and podcast

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36:29

Dan Trachtenberg: Tips for Creating Cat-Themed Content

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/01/09

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Catbaret! 🎉Join us for this purr-fectly entertaining night with in-person and virtual tickets available! Get your tickets here!--In this special expert episode of Tails and Tassels, Gemma welcomes Dan Trachtenberg, producer and host of the Shelter Cats Podcast, which has surpassed an incredible 200,000 downloads in just two seasons! 🎉As one of our expert guests, Dan dives into his journey from blogging about shelter cats to creating a successful podcast. He

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15:41

Happy Mew Year! How to Set Intentions for a Creative...

Tails and Tassels ·

2025/01/02

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Catbaret! 🎉Join us for this purr-fectly entertaining night with in-person and virtual tickets available! Get your tickets here!--In this first mini-episode of 2025, I’m reflecting on 2024—what a year it’s been—and sharing my fresh focus and intentions for the year ahead. I also get real about some of the challenges and setbacks I’ve faced, how they’ve shaped me, and what I’ve learned as I step into 2025 with a renewed mindset.You’ll hear about my word for the

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44:04

Amanda B: Amplifying Voices Through Community,...

Tails and Tassels ·

2024/12/26

In this episode, Gemma chats with Amanda B., a musician, podcaster, and creative force behind 6 Degrees of Cats. They explore the significance of investing in artist communities, how embracing your true self can empower creators, and why misunderstood cats (and people) are at the heart of Amanda's work. Plus, she gives a sneak peek into her work and her passion for celebrating the quirks that make us unique. She also shares a bit about her three feline friends at home. A must-listen for artis...

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39:14

Jennifer Yadav: Balancing a Creative Career & Tips...

Tails and Tassels ·

2024/12/12

In this episode, Gemma chats with Jennifer Yadav, a multi-talented performer and proud cat mom to three senior kitties. Jennifer shares her journey from theater to television and film, offering invaluable advice for actors on building a sustainable career and tips for artists considering a move to NYC. Plus, she discusses the joys and responsibilities of life with cats, sharing practical advice for pet parents on providing the best care.Help shape our Patreon community! We want to hear from y...

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37:53

Lady Mabuhay: Burlesque Storytelling + Stage Kitten Tips

Tails and Tassels ·

2024/11/28

In this episode, Gemma chats with Lady Mabuhay, a versatile "Jane of all trades" and a dynamic storyteller who brings her creative talents to the NYC burlesque scene. Lady Mabuhay shares her journey, from classical Indian dance training to her transition to burlesque, where she’s been performing for over 8 years. She talks about her Little Stinky Kitty act, which channels the energy of a cat with the zoomies, and offers essential tips for stage kittens looking to shine! They also discus...

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39:29

Fey Tality: Come to the Cat's Eye Cabaret

Tails and Tassels ·

2024/11/14

In this episode, Gemma chats with Fey Tality, a dynamic aerialist and performer with a background in theater. Fey shares her love for storytelling through her aerial acts, focusing on building characters and weaving narratives into her performances. She also talks about Cat's Eye Cabaret, her monthly variety show that features a new theme each time, ranging from Buffy the Vampire Slayer and What We Do in the Shadows to Marvel and beyond. Plus, Fey gives us a glimpse into life with her two bel...

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