Billy Masters LIVE (S03E10) - 6-30-22 - The Amazing Alexandra Billings

1 July 2022 1:44 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E09) - 6-16-22 - Tonys Recap Panel

17 June 2022 1:24 am

On today's show, Billy and his guests look back at the 75th Annual Tony Awards, as well as the Broadway season. He'll be joined by legendary columnist Michael Musto, prolific writer and raconteur Bruce Vilanch, producer and director Richard Jay-Alexander, and acclaimed actress Anastasia Barzee.

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E08) - 6-2-22 - Melba Moore

3 June 2022 1:25 am

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".

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E07) - 5-12-22 - "Afterglow" Playwright and Cast (LA)

13 May 2022 1:19 am

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E06) - 5-5-22 - Levi Kreis and Jimmy James

6 May 2022 4:48 am

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".

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E05) - 4-14-22 - Sharon Gless (Part 2)

15 April 2022 1:13 am

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".

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E04) - 4-7-22 - David Pevsner

8 April 2022 6:28 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E03) - 3-31-22 - All About Oscar Bruce Vilanch, Karl Schmid & Elex Michaelson

1 April 2022 1:34 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E03) - 3-31-22 - All About Oscar - Billy breaks down the Oscars with two people who know a thing or two about 'em. Bruce Vilanch has been the head writer for more Oscar shows than anyone. And Karl Schmid has worked the red carpet for both pre- and post-Oscar celebrations for ABC7.

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E02) - 3-24-22 - Sam Harris

25 March 2022 1:25 am

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.

Sam is performing at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood on Fri & Sat, March 25-26. For tickets and more information go here:
http://www.catalinajazzclub.com/

Billy Masters LIVE (S03E01) - 3-17-22 - Sharon Gless

18 March 2022 1:17 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E30) - 12-23-21 - Thirsty Burlington

24 December 2021 2:48 am

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E29) - 12-16-21 - Rex Smith and Jim Colucci (remastered audio)

18 December 2021 5:59 pm

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 get tix and more details at www.TheWallis.org

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E28) - 12-9-21 - The Legendary Bob Mackie

10 December 2021 9:00 pm

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, as well as a surprise or two

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E27) - 12-2-21 - Marilyn Maye - Happy Holidays from The Wick in Boca Raton

3 December 2021 6:53 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E26) - 11-18-21 - Charles Busch, Michael Riedel, and Bruce Vilanch

19 November 2021 2:29 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E25) - 11-11-21 - 100th Episode - with Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.

12 November 2021 2:16 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E24) - 10-28-21 - Jonny Beauchamp, Jason Dottley, Mark MacKillop

29 October 2021 1:30 am

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.

Naked Boys Singing - "Gratuitous Nudity"

25 October 2021 10:01 pm

Naked Boys Singing - "Gratuitous Nudity"
2021 Las Vegas Cast
Louis D’Aprile, David Hernandez, Matthew Ludwinski, Chris Salvatore, and Marcus Terell
www.NakedBoysSingingVegas.com

A production of Billy Masters LIVE!
www.BillyMasters.com

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E23) - 10-21-21 - "Naked Boys Singing" Las Vegas

22 October 2021 1:24 am

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. We'll also be showing you some exclusive footage from this production. Regular viewers will not that during our first season, we did a special show about the origin of "Naked Boys Singing" - which you can watch here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8M1ufBEejI&t=2s

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E22) - 6-29-21 - Norman Korpi and Eric Nies

30 June 2021 1:43 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E21) - 6-24-21 - Pride Panel - Bruce Vilanch, Jason Dottley, Jim Colucci

25 June 2021 1:57 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E21) - 6-24-21 - 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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E20) - 6-17-21 - Broadway Bares 2021

18 June 2021 1:41 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E20) - 6-17-21 - Billy celebrates Broadway Bares 2021 with some of the talent performers - including Patrick Boyd, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Sebastian La Cause, and Mark MacKillop (to name a few). 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/Bares

And Sebastian's podcast is at: Chasinghappy.buzzsprout.com/

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E19) - 6-10-21 - Dan Mathews

11 June 2021 2:01 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E18) - 6-8-21 - Paul Rudnick

9 June 2021 1:46 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E17) - 6-3-21 - Happy Gay Pride Month

4 June 2021 1:19 am

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 - so join in the fun!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E16) - 5-27-21 - Daniel Franzese, Frank DeCaro and Jonny Beauchamp

28 May 2021 2:00 am

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").

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E15) - 5-20-21 - David Hernandez

21 May 2021 1:21 am

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 see the video for the song here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06twvG00Ij4

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E14) - 5-13-21 - Steve Kmetko, Ben Patrick Johnson and Mark MacKillop

14 May 2021 1:32 am

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...and everything in between! The panel includes Steve Kmetko, Ben Patrick Johson and Mark MacKillop

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E13) - 5-6-21 - Michael Riedel and Eddie Shapiro

7 May 2021 1:57 am

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".

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E12) - 4-29-21 - Bruce Vilanch, Richard Jay-Alexander and Jonny Beauchamp

30 April 2021 1:34 am

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E11) - 4-22-21 - Del Shores

23 April 2021 1:46 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E10) - 4-15-21 - Richard Mineards and John Duran

16 April 2021 1:18 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E09) - 4-8-21 - Ruta Lee

9 April 2021 1:33 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E08) - 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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E08) - 4-1-21 - Mack Beggs

2 April 2021 1:33 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E07) - 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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E07) - 3-25-21 - Christopher Atkins

26 March 2021 1:57 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E06) - 3-25-21 - Billy sits down with the iconic Christopher Atkins to talk about his long career in film, television, and in print. They discuss what he's been up to recently, and how he continues to look so damn good!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E06) - 3-18-21 - Martha Wash and Jeanie Tracy

19 March 2021 1:44 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E05) - 3-11-21 - Gabbi Tuft, Rick & Griff Twombley-King

12 March 2021 2:45 am

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E04) - 03-04-21 - Renée Taylor - Tango Shalom

5 March 2021 6:00 pm

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!!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E03) - 2-18-21 - Eric Roberts with special guest Sherri Shepherd

19 February 2021 3:10 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E03) - 2-18-21 - Billy sits down with the amazing Eric Roberts to discuss his lengthy and varied career. We'll also be joined by his wife, Eliza, to talk about some of their joint projects. As always, be prepared for a surprise or two!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E02) - 2-16-21 - Tribute to Mary Wilson

16 February 2021 3:39 pm

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, biographer Mark Bego and producers Andy Skurow and George Solomon. And perhaps more!!

Billy Masters LIVE (S02E01) - 2-11-21 - Melissa Manchester

12 February 2021 2:29 am

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. And, of course, expect the unexpected.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E75) - 12-29-20 - The Year In Review

30 December 2020 2:58 am

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. Some surprise drop ins, favorite moments, and behind the scenes at Billy Masters LIVE!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E74) - 12-24-20 - Dennis Hensley from You Don't Know My Life

25 December 2020 2:00 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E73) - 12-22-20 - The Great Taylor Dayne

24 December 2020 4:33 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E72) - 12-17-20 - Ruth Pointer of the fabulous Pointer Sisters!

19 December 2020 11:20 am

****SINCE THE LIVE BROADCAST HAD COPYRIGHT ISSUES WITH SOME OF THE CLIPS AND WAS BLOCKED IN MANY PLACE, WE HAVE EDITTED THIS VERSION TOGETHER FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY*****

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". And we get a special guest appearance by another Pointer - Issa Pointer (daughter of Ruth and Dennis Edwards of The Temptations).

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E71) - 12-15-20 - Arnetia Walker, Mindy Sterling, and Stan Zimmerman

16 December 2020 2:48 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E70) - 12-10-20 - Karl Schmid and Kay Sedia

11 December 2020 2:37 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E69) - 12-8-20 - Sam Harris

8 December 2020 10:28 pm

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E12) - 12-3-20 - Darlene Love (Encore Presentation)

3 December 2020 7:13 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E12) - 12-3-20 - Due to scheduling mishaps, Darlene Love was unable to appear today. Although we hope to have her back before the holidays, we thought we'd remind you of our show with her back in May. We surprised her with Marc Shaiman and Paul Shaffer. Enjoy!!!!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E68) - 12-1-20 - Sheryl Lee Ralph - Divas of December #1

2 December 2020 1:18 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E68) - 12-1-20 - Sheryl Lee Ralph - to kick off our Divas of December (perhaps there will be 12), 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!!