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“I wanted to write stories that would help children talk about feelings they don’t always know how to express.” — Madonna In this episode we explore Madonna’s surprising foray into children’s storytelling and family-friendly media during the early 2000s. First we visit Arthur and the Invisibles, where Madonna lends her voice to Princess Selenia in a tiny CGI world full of bugs, treasure, and big lessons in what turned out to be her last on-screen acting role (for now). To help us assess this film (and some of Madonna's music videos) we've got John's seven year old niece: Emily! Then we dig deep into Madonna’s children’s books, starting with The English Roses, unpacking the jealousy, kindness, gossip, and very serious feelings hiding beneath the pastel illustrations and storybook dresses. To give these books their proper context, we're joined by two more of John's nieces: Kathryn and Emma!! Together, these projects show a Madonna who wasn’t interested in shocking kids. She wanted them to talk about their feelings, learn a lesson, and maybe pick up a beautifully illustrated hardcover while they were at it. Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I’m not interested in being Wonder Woman in the gym. I want to be stronger than Wonder Woman.” – Madonna In this episode, we look at the business venture that was Madonna's Hard Candy Fitness, including the workout DVDs, ADDICTED TO SWEAT. We also take a look at what turned out to be her last appearance acting on screen (for now), playing Liz on the iconic sitcom WILL & GRACE! We're joined by actor, personal trainer, and (most importantly) huge Madonna fan, CHASE McCOWN! You're going to want to get into his groove because he's got the connections and he's got the tea! Follow Chase on Instagram: @mchasemccown Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I live a highly scheduled life. There’s absolutely no time wasted. I’m very focused. And I have a great assistant.” – Madonna In this episode, we sit down with one of Madonna’s former assistants, Amanda Tate Beir, for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to be the assistant to the most influential pop artist of our time. From her beginnings as an intern at Maverick Records, to becoming Madonna's personal assistant, Amanda shares with us what Madonna is like when the cameras aren't on, what people get wrong about her, and shares stuff that only the inner circle knows! It's the tuberose fantasy you always dreamed of! Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Art should be dangerous. That’s when it’s real.” – Madonna In this episode, we explore the chaos, controversy, and creative bravery of Madonna’s darkest, boldest, and most combustible film work. From the gritty downtown art-scene roots of A Certain Sacrifice to Abel Ferrara’s raw, meta-cinematic Dangerous Game, these are the moments when Madonna started playing with fire. (metaphorically speaking, that is) We also discuss the upcoming Bedtime Stories - The Untold Chapter, her podcast interview with Jay Shetty, and her screen test for the TV show Fame! She's gonna live forever, and we’re all just lucky to watch her burn! FAME AUDITION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ie6ebTBlvrw A CERTAIN SACRIFICE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30CVe3OjgFM&t=702s Thank you, Dan K! Check out their YouTube Cannel: https://www.youtube.com/@DanKVideoEdits/videos Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"No matter what you did, no matter who you are, no matter where you've come from, you can always change, become a better version of yourself." - Madonna In this episode, we dive into Madonna’s second tour documentary, I’m Going to Tell You a Secret, which followed the 2004 Re-Invention Tour and gave fans a more spiritual, intimate look at the Queen of Pop. We’re joined once again by Brendan Cooper (Eric’s Drag Mother and our returning guest from the Truth or Dare episode) who helps us unpack the contrasts between Madonna’s two tour films, the evolution of her onstage persona, and the ways this documentary reflects her mid-2000s reinvention. We share some secrets of our own, create our own "Madonna poetry," and fight for #JusticForJoan And we discuss the latest news on CONFESSIONS ON A DANCE FLOOR PT. 2! WATCH THE MOVIE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpo1q4LXMF0&t=6098s Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your remote because this week we’re diving into some of Madonna’s unforgettable talk show moments, from sparring with David Letterman to flirting with Johnny Carson, to teaching Rosie O'Donnell yoga and playing Carpool Karaoke with James Cordon! Joining us is writer, dog parent, and former writer on the Ellen Show, we've got AMY RHODES! Follow Amy on Instagram: @iamamyrhodes  Plus we talk about her recent birthday celebration and Veronica Electronica! Here are links to these appearances in case you want to follow along! Madonna Like a Virgin Promotion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Luuq8I2xlYw&list=PL0KAME_fIMGc5NHG7ZKDitt8xvNcWAUSK&index=16&t=1s Madonna on Tonight Show with Johnny Carson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CBCyHZsSco&list=PL0KAME_fIMGc5NHG7ZKDitt8xvNcWAUSK&index=1&t=2s Madonna on Letterman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMQWR2v9opQ&list=PL0KAME_fIMGc5NHG7ZKDitt8xvNcWAUSK&index=6 Madonna on Rosie O'Donnell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bF4kYO3uNKw&list=PL0KAME_fIMGc5NHG7ZKDitt8xvNcWAUSK&index=15 Madonna Carpool karaoke https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sx2PfL2ekTY&list=PL0KAME_fIMGc5NHG7ZKDitt8xvNcWAUSK&index=5&t=2s Madonna on Ellen Pt. 1: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xupi4v Pt. 2: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xupje5 Pt. 3: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xupko1 Pt. 4: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xuplyd Pt. 5: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xupmpp Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your popcorn (young Madonna's favorite food) because this week we're talking about Madonna's blink-and-you’ll-miss-it film appearances. From a bar crooner in Vision Quest to a fencing instructor with attitude in Die Another Day, we’re breaking down six roles where the Queen of Pop pops in, makes an impression, and vanishes just as quickly. We’ll talk her tightrope walker in Shadows and Fog, the telegram-singing in Blue in the Face, camp witchery in Four Rooms, and sex-positivity in Girl 6. Are these forgettable cameos, or tiny gems that show off Madge’s knack for stealing a scene? Either way, we’re watching them all so you don’t have to (but maybe you should). Plus: which cameo deserves a full spin-off? Which one made us cringe? And what does it say about Madonna’s relationship to Hollywood that so many of her roles are... cameos? Here are links to those performances in case you want to follow along! Vision Quest  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akUVYzA8G20 Shadows and Fog https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjXyTPyy60I Blue in the Face  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ99leUQjgA&list=RDvJ99leUQjgA&start_radio=1 Four Rooms  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYXZay3hQhM Girl 6 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmYQimfiCpk Die Another Day  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjJE9f3fadw Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the ballrooms of the '80s to the front lines of Pride, Madonna has stood with the queer community, but why exactly is she such a gay icon? In this special Pride Month episode, we explore Madonna’s decades-long relationship with LGBTQ+ people: the music, the activism, the controversies, and the undeniable influence. We dive into voguing and “Truth or Dare,” AIDS activism and Dance-a-thons, the Stonewall speech, GLAAD awards, lawsuits, and more. We don’t shy away from the messy parts, but we also give the Queen her flowers. Is she a savior? A thief? A symbol? A sister? Or maybe all of the above. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just gay enough to be curious—this one’s for you. Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you a curious kid who wants to know more about Madonna? We thought so! This month, we asked our (heterosexual) pal Kyle Shoemaker to a very special Celebration Celebration challenge: after reading Madonna Biography For Curious Kids: Queen of Pop, we quizzed him using Madonna Quiz Book: 101 Questions To Test Your Knowledge Of Madonna. Did the book prepare him? Does Kyle know his “Material Girl” from his “Madame X?” Give it a listen and find out! It’s a chaotic, hilarious, and possibly educational ride you won’t want to miss. Taylor Swift and "Weird Al" Yankovic make cameos. Follow Kyle on Instagram: @krshoemaker Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sure, we love seeing Madonna perform, but what about those INTERSTITIALS!  This month we take a closer look at all of the interstitial bits in Madonna’s tours. And we very creatively call it THE INTERSTITIAL EXAMINATION!  We’re talking about the videos that play and the numbers her dancers do while the queen is offstage, changing costumes.  What are our favorites? Which ones are “meh?” Which ones thrill us and which ones leave us frozen? Give it a listen to find out! And tell everyone you know! Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A funny thing happened on the way to the bus station. Too bad none of it made it into the movie! To help us answer all of our questions about Madonna's Second Razzie Award winning performance is a man we all know and love: PETE ZIAS! Follow Pete on Twitter & Instagram: @petezias Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who's ready for a book club? This episode we're talking about Christopher Ciccone's memoir/tell-all, LIFE WITH MY SISTER MADONNA! (with help from Wendy Leigh) We're joined by long time Madonna fan and creative multi-hyphenate, BRYAN CARPENDER! Follow Bryan on IG: @mybrytography Nathan Rabin from The A.V. Club panned the book saying that Ciccone implied their mother would be, "horrified at Madonna's debauchery but would feel proud her gay son wrote a book that prominently features him snorting cocaine with various super-celebrities." Do we agree with Nathan Rabin? Give it a listen and find out! We've got some ideas for future episodes, but we'd really love to hear from you if there's anything you want us to talk about. Or anyone you wants us to talk with! Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back! We decided to keep the party going, but in a casual way, boots! This episode we're talking about Madonna's performance at BRIXTON ACADEMY in 2000! The performance was streamed by 9 million people! In 2018 Guinness Book of World Records named it the largest internet pop concert of all time! You can watch her performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VnTlKAGU3Y We've got some ideas for future episodes, but we'd really love to hear from you if there's anything you want us to talk about. Or anyone you wants us to talk with! Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE QUEEN!!! Madonna turns 66 today! So we decided to get back on the mic and take an unofficial look back at where it all began.  We're talking about the tv movie MADONNA: INNOCENCE LOST and the documentary MADONNA AND THE BREAKFAST CLUB (plus some chat on the unproduced screenplay BLOND AMBITION) Give it a listen and tell everyone you know! Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been a week and a half since we saw Madonna in The Celebration Tour (feat. Kylie Minogue)  This week we reflect on the experience, review the current status of Ma’Deathmatch, and go back to the beginning and talk about Madonna’s first major tv appearance on American Bandstand!  Email us: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.