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

28 June 2021 1:54 pm

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

23 June 2021 5:15 pm

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

15 June 2021 1:46 pm

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

9 June 2021 12:00 pm

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

7 June 2021 12:48 pm

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

2 June 2021 12:55 pm

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

26 May 2021 9:59 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

19 May 2021 11:10 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

12 May 2021 6:40 pm

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

5 May 2021 10:26 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

28 April 2021 8:12 pm

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

21 April 2021 3:14 pm

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

14 April 2021 2:24 pm

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

2 April 2021 3:49 pm

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

31 March 2021 10:29 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

24 March 2021 10:35 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

16 March 2021 12:28 pm

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

10 March 2021 12:26 pm

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 3:34 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

17 February 2021 1:46 pm

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

15 February 2021 1:55 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

8 February 2021 3:14 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

28 December 2020 3:56 pm

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 (S01E73) - 12-22-20 - The Great Taylor Dayne

24 December 2020 3:58 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 (S01E74) - 12-24-20 - Dennis Hensley from You Don't Know My Life

23 December 2020 11:12 pm

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

18 December 2020 11:09 pm

****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

14 December 2020 4:50 pm

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

9 December 2020 10:58 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 9:54 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 7:03 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 12:45 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!!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E67) - 11-26-20 - Happy Thanksgiving with Charles Busch

26 November 2020 11:48 am

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E66) - 11-12-20 - Ed Asner (Part 2)

12 November 2020 3:57 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E65) - 11-10-20 - Ed Asner (Part 1)

10 November 2020 4:17 pm

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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E64) - 11-5-20 - Lena Hall, Jonny Beauchamp, Belovitch, Quinton

4 November 2020 3:08 pm

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E63) - 11-3-20 - Election Day Special

3 November 2020 9:11 pm

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!!!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E62) - 10-29-20 - Gilles Marini

28 October 2020 1:40 pm

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E61) - 10-27-20 - Christopher Sieber

26 October 2020 11:23 am

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/

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E60) - 10-22-20 - Lainie Kazan and Michele Lee - First Joint Interview

20 October 2020 11:23 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E60) - 10-22-20 - We tried it before, but now it is finally happening (hopefully). The legendary Lainie Kazan and magnificent Michele Lee join Billy to not only 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!

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E59) - 10-20-20 - Gloria Allred, Randy Roberts and Sue O'Connell

19 October 2020 2:57 pm

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E58) - 10-15-20 - Ed Asner

13 October 2020 7:17 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E58) - 10-15-20 - Billy sits down for an in depth interview with the legendary Ed Asner. They discuss his long career on stage, television, and films, as well as his book, "Son of a Junkman"

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E57) - 10-13-20 - David Pevsner

12 October 2020 3:25 pm

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".

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E56) - 10-8-20 - John McDaniel

7 October 2020 12:57 pm

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E55) - 10-6-20 - Christopher Titus and Rachel Bradley

5 October 2020 11:10 am

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

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E54) - 10-1-20 - Florian Klein, Hans Berlin, Taubert Nadalini - Shooting Star

30 September 2020 12:51 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E54) - 10-1-20 - Billy welcomes Florian Klein (aka gay porn star Hans Berlin), who discusses the video from his musical "Shooting Star" which is helping raise money for Covid-19 relief

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E53) - 09-29-20 - Loni Anderson

28 September 2020 10:33 am

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.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E52) - 09-24-20 - Charles Busch

23 September 2020 12:27 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E52) - 09-24-20 - Billy welcomes the divine Charles Busch to talk about his upcoming virtual production of "The Tribute Artist" for Primary Stages

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E51) - 09-22-20 - Tabloid Tuesday

21 September 2020 11:53 am

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E51) - 09-22-20 - Billy takes a look at all of the gossip of the day, including going through the tabloids and telling you the truth behind the stories. You can also join in the fun by asking Billy your own questions - including joining him online by clicking on the link in the comment section.

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E50) - 09-17-20 - 35 Years of Golden Girls

16 September 2020 12:14 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E50) - 09-17-20 - Billy celebrates 35 years since the premiere of The Golden Girls with author of "Golden Girls Forever" Jim Colucci, writer from season one Stan Zimmerman, the real life sister of Blanche Melinda McClanahan, and writer and comedian Frank DeCaro

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E49) - 09-15-20 - Rhea Litré and John Duran

14 September 2020 1:08 pm

Billy Masters LIVE (S01E49) - 09-15-20 - for this, Billy's 50th show, he welcomed drag diva and creator of Quarantine Queen, Rhea Litré. Also joining us is West Hollywood City Councillor John Duran with an update on the pandemic.