Podcast Summary: "Kelly Mantle's Trixie the Cable Girl Nightmare"
Podcast Information:
- Title: The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya
- Host/Author: Studio71
- Episode: Kelly Mantle's Trixie the Cable Girl Nightmare
- Release Date: January 7, 2025
- Description: Featuring Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova discussing their lives, diving into various topics with humor and candidness.
1. Introduction to Kelly Mantle's Journey
The episode kicks off with Trixie and Katya warmly welcoming Kelly Mantle, delving into her multifaceted career. Kelly shares her experiences in the entertainment industry, highlighting her roles and the challenges she's faced.
Kelly Mantle [04:07]: "I had like a mental breakdown for a minute and they threw me in the loony bin because words would not form out of my mouth."
2. Navigating Hollywood and Personal Struggles
Kelly recounts her stint on American Horror Story: Coven, where her character was frequently cut due to a scandal involving the Shake Weight.
Trixie Mattel [02:32]: "Little people don't know this. She was in Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story. You were in almost every scene. And then they had to cut you out because of that scandal."
Kelly delves into the aftermath, explaining how the incident impacted her career trajectory and personal life.
Kelly Mantle [02:43]: "The Shake Weight scandal. Because I was trying to turn Jessica Lang on with a Shake Weight."
3. Embracing Airbnb and Touring Dynamics
The conversation shifts to Kelly's recent adoption of Airbnb for her travels, allowing her more privacy and a homely feel during her tours. She emphasizes the importance of creating memorable experiences beyond traditional hotel stays.
Kelly Mantle [02:18]: "I've been drinking iced coffees lately. It's time."
Trixie shares her positive experience with Airbnb, highlighting the benefits of staying in a cabin away from the hustle.
Trixie Mattel [09:07]: "No, not E, N, I, S. Peanuts, dude."
4. Exploring Cross-Dresser Bars and Community Spaces
Kelly reminisces about her favorite cross-dresser bars, specifically "Peanuts" and "The Lodge," detailing the vibrant scenes and notable performers who graced these venues.
Kelly Mantle [18:40]: "Peanuts. On seven nine Santa Monica Boulevard. Raja would perform there. Delta would perform there. RuPaul would go there and watch the shows."
Katya and Trixie discuss the evolution of these spaces and their significance within the LGBTQ+ community.
Trixie Mattel [19:26]: "Which is a different reason than drag queens or trans women. You know what I mean?"
5. Promotion of Kelly Mantle's New Podcast
Kelly introduces her new podcast, "The Kelly Mantle Show," where she aims to create a space for open conversations within the lesbian and transgender communities. Trixie and Katya provide support and humorous commentary on the challenges of starting a new podcast.
Kelly Mantle [31:36]: "It is free of charge. You can go on my YouTube channel. If you go to the YouTube.com and you type in Kelly Mantle, my little channel is going to pop up there toward the bottom."
Katya Zamolodchikova [38:24]: "Put the Kelly Mantle show on before you get completely assassinated."
6. Personal Relationships and Behind-the-Scenes Stories
The trio delves into their personal relationships, sharing anecdotes and playful banter about their significant others. Kelly opens up about her husband, James, and their dynamic.
Kelly Mantle [07:38]: "If true, it reminds me of a place I used to stay at a mental hospital. When I first moved to LA, I had like a mental breakdown for a minute..."
Trixie Mattel [24:47]: "I love your TikTok, Kelly."
7. Halloween Costumes and Creative Expressions
They reminisce about their favorite Halloween costumes, highlighting Kelly's memorable transformations into characters like Wonder Woman and Darth Brooks.
Kelly Mantle [44:48]: "My favorite Halloween costume I've ever done. Wonder Woman. I did Wonder Woman. It was hot. It was a sexy Wonder Woman."
Trixie Mattel [45:05]: "A Woman who Wonders. That's your new POD name, too. A woman who wonders."
8. Fitness Routines and Health Tips
Kelly shares her unconventional gym habits, including her meticulous approach to equipment and her unique workout attire, sparking laughter and relatable discussions about fitness routines.
Kelly Mantle [50:38]: "I love my workout gear. It's all black and everything is, like, skin tight. I love it."
Katya Zamolodchikova [52:15]: "I know. You and you're like, what?"
9. Experiences on RuPaul’s Drag Race
Kelly reflects on her time on Drag Race, discussing the pressures of reality TV and the differences between acting and performing in drag.
Kelly Mantle [46:33]: "When I did Drag Race, I didn't have that five night a week experience of putting looks together and styling hair..."
Trixie Mattel [47:46]: "She's allowed to have a bad day."
10. Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
As the episode wraps up, Trixie and Katya encourage listeners to support Kelly's new podcast, blending humor with heartfelt support.
Kelly Mantle [55:02]: "We're on Spotify, you guys. Is that correct?"
Trixie Mattel [55:17]: "Or die. And I'll go out and say it."
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
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Kelly Mantle [02:43]: "The Shake Weight scandal. Because I was trying to turn Jessica Lang on with a Shake Weight."
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Kelly Mantle [04:07]: "I had like a mental breakdown for a minute and they threw me in the loony bin because words would not form out of my mouth."
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Trixie Mattel [19:26]: "Which is a different reason than drag queens or trans women. You know what I mean?"
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Kelly Mantle [31:36]: "It is free of charge. You can go on my YouTube channel..."
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Trixie Mattel [45:05]: "A Woman who Wonders. That's your new POD name, too. A woman who wonders."
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Kelly Mantle [50:38]: "It's all black and everything is, like, skin tight. I love it."
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Kelly Mantle [46:33]: "When I did Drag Race, I didn't have that five night a week experience of putting looks together and styling hair..."
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Trixie Mattel [55:17]: "Or die. And I'll go out and say it."
Conclusion
This episode of The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya offers an engaging blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and insightful discussions. Kelly Mantle's candid sharing about her career, personal struggles, and new ventures provides listeners with an authentic glimpse into her life. The dynamic interactions between Trixie, Katya, and Kelly ensure a lively and entertaining listening experience, making it a standout episode for both regular listeners and newcomers alike.
