Tails and Tassels
Hello, kitty cats! Welcome to Tails and Tassels. I’m your host, Gemma Smith. By day, I work in animal welfare, and by night, I host the Catbaret!, New York City's cat-themed variety show.
On this podcast, you’ll dive into the world of burlesque and nightlife performers—their craft, their cats, and how these two worlds collide. You’ll also get bonus episodes featuring feline experts answering your most curious, cat-centric questions.
New episodes drop every Thursday. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and review—and come join our cozy com-mew-nity on Instagram.
Thanks for listening! I’m paws-itively delighted you’re here.
Get in Touch:
- Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod, @gemmasmithnyc
- Email us at TailsandTasselsPod@gmail.com
- Leave a comment below
Tails and Tassels
Pussy Leigh: Exploring Cat-Inspired Burlesque and the Cat Lady Life
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Looking for something fun and cat-themed? 🐱🎭
Catbaret is NYC’s cat-themed variety show featuring comedy, music, and burlesque – with in-person and virtual shows throughout the year.
Learn more at CatbaretShow.com
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In this episode, Gemma chats with Pussy Leigh, a talented burlesque purr-former who is a regular at the Catbaret, Gemma's cat-themed variety show in NYC. They explore Pussy's journey in burlesque and developing cat-themed acts both as a solo performer and as part of her duo, Kitten Coven, with Tabby Twitch. Alongside her artistic journey, Pussy shares heartwarming stories about her two adorable cats, Conan and Gordon. She talks about her special rituals with her beloved kitties, including playtime, giving lots of love, and embracing the cat lady life. Tune in to hear about Pussy’s creative process and her very "cute life."
Links:
- More about Pussy Leigh: DLS Fitness
- Follow Kitten Coven on IG: @kitten.coven
- Follow Catbaret on IG: @catbaretshow
- Buy a cat tunnel!
Get in Touch:
- Instagram: @tailsandtasselspod, @gemmasmithnyc
- Come to the Catbaret on 10/31 in NYC!
- Email us at TailsandTasselsPod@gmail.com
- Leave a comment below
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