Sinister Girlz

Sinister Girlz is the brain child of Leslie DJ. Leslie DJ is a writer, podcaster & on air talent for WBMB 94.3 FM NY she created http://SinisterGirlz.com and hosts Sinister Girlz Live on Fridays at 4pm EST

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 31, 2025 03/31/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 31, 2025 This week, we examine pop culture and discuss some of the headlines. We talk about Lady Gaga, Doechii, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, and Miley Cyrus makes an announcement. Also, Jessica Simpson is drinking what to help her vocals? Snake Sperm! We spin the wheel of rock and travel to the 90s. We love you, Selena Quintanilla! (1971-1995) You can check out past Selena-themed episodes: Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35941605

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 21, 2025 03/21/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 21, 2025 This week, we celebrate the many accomplishments of Lady Gaga, the iHeart Radio Innovator Award recipient, Mariah Carey’s iHeart Radio Icon Award, and Billie Eilish’s “Album of the Year” award win. We spin the wheel of rock and check the charts for the week of March 22, 2025. We close the show with a long-overdue tribute to the late Michelle Trachtenberg (1985-2025), the former child star and actress of Eurotrip, Ice Princess, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, among other credits. Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35800555

Kelsie Watts 03/18/2025

Kelsie Watts In this episode, we chat with multi-talented recording artist Kelsie Watts, who tells us about her exciting Broadway debut as Queen Jane Seymour in the hit Broadway musical Six The Musical. We talk about her working with Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean; listen to me begrudgingly admit that Joey Fatone is a genuinely lovely guy. We also reminisce on TRL and the Backstreet Boys vs. NSYNC wars of the late 90s and early 00s. For More Information on Kelsie Watts Instagram – TikTok – YouTube – Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35739145

Interview With CMAGIC5 03/14/2025

Interview With CMAGIC5 In this episode, we dive into a captivating conversation with Toronto’s CMAGIC5! This talented singer-songwriter brings new life to the Pop Punk music scene, rewriting fairytale endings and singing them proudly. CMAGIC5’s “Happy Never After” leads us into the interview. Follow CMagic5 on social and visit her website Like and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35698260

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 8, 2025 03/09/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 8, 2025 This week, we ingest Lady Gaga's latest album, "Mayhem," and celebrate its success. I make my case as to why Cyndi Lauper should be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. We spin the wheel of rock and pay tribute to Dolly Parton's late husband, Carl Dean. Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35595030

Pop Culture Talk: Oscars 2025 Recap 03/03/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Oscars 2025 Recap The 97th Academy Awards (Oscars) were held last night (3/2/25), and we have some thoughts! They opened with Wicked performances and concluded with the biggest twist/upset of the night (Demi Moore was robbed!). Doja Cat performed, and the internet is buzzing with reactions. Still, the main focus is celebrating Zoe Saldaña’s historic Oscar win as the first Dominican (American) to receive an Academy Award for her role in Emilia Perez. We play some clips, share some quips, and celebrate pop culture. Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music. Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Website: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35518790

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 1, 2025 03/02/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of March 1, 2025 Quickie Episode: This week, we're covering topics for the week of March 1, 2025 (following the Billboard Music Charts date format). We'll look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, and discuss the Oscars (tomorrow!). The next episode will cover the Oscars ceremony and results. Good Luck WICKED! Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music Past and current episodes can be found on our website *we are working on adjusting the audio for future recordings* /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35496565

Pop culture talk: Week of February 22, 2025 02/22/2025

Pop culture talk: Week of February 22, 2025 This week, we are covering topics for the week of February 22, 2025: Backstreet Boys announce their Las Vegas summer residency. We also look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, discuss A$AP Rocky’s not guilty verdict, review the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Nominations, and advocate for the Latin Grammy and Grammy-winning rock band Maná, known for their Spanish-language music and record-breaking sales across Latin America. Vote for your favorite artist for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction This week's main story is Lady Gaga and her Vanity Fair lie detector test, which teased a sequel to her song “Telephone.” Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35385800

Pop Culture Talk: Week of February 15th 2025 02/16/2025

Pop Culture Talk: Week of February 15th 2025 We are changing formats and revisiting our radio show format (SINISTER GIRLZ LIVE) with segments, guests, what’s topping the charts, and pop culture shenanigans. This week, we are covering topics for the week of February 15t,h 2025; take a look at the charts, spin the wheel of rock, and talk about the Grammys, Lady Gaga, Chappelle Roan, and did former President Obama predict this epic rap battle (Kendrick v. Drake) back in 2016? Also, Sabrina Carpenter and Dolly Parton?! Website: Follow the show on social @sinistergirlz Like and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Audible, and Amazon Music /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/35301360

Pop Culture Talk: WNBA and Grammy Noms 11/12/2024

Pop Culture Talk: WNBA and Grammy Noms We're back after an extended hiatus! We're excited to introduce our mini-episode series, "Pop Culture Talk (PCT)," which discusses pop culture and the music industry. This is our first episode, so please let us know in the comments if you enjoy these discussions. In this episode, we’ll briefly discuss the WNBA and the 2024 WNBA Champions, the New York Liberty, and some events I attended during their championship run. We’ll also give a quick overview of the major Grammy nominations and speculate on whether Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, or Beyoncé will take home the award for, "Album of the Year." Follow us on social media @sinistergirlz Website: www.SINISTERGIRLZ.com /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/33892467

The Return of Love U Jeff Podcast 08/26/2024

The Return of Love U Jeff Podcast WE’RE BACK FOR KAOS! Welcome to the Jeff Goldblum appreciation podcast, Love U Jeff. We are back and thrilled to announce we are covering the new Netflix series starring Jeff Goldblum, “KAOS.” Join Leslie DJ as she watches, reacts, and rates the new series, KAOS.” #JeffGoldblum NEW RULING: The Goldblum scale for television has been revised to 5/5 Goldblums 10/10 Goldblums are for his films. Website: Socials: /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32747062

URBAN HEAT 07/17/2024

URBAN HEAT We kick off the episode with a tribute to the iconic Shannen Dorthy with a clip from “Beverly Hills, 90210,” followed by a few words on her impact. The band interview begins at the 05:09 mark This week's guests are the incredible band Urban Heat. The trio is set to dominate the summer with their upcoming tour. They will be hitting the road this summer to promote their highly anticipated new album, "The TOWER," which is set to be released on August 16th. Following this, they will embark on a European fall tour alongside Molchat Doma. Follow the band @urbanheatband If you want to support them further with their European tour, visit their website for details on their fundraiser: https://www.urbanheatband.com/ Follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ on Insta, threads, TikTok The 90210 clip used under fair use obtained via YouTube The closing clip of Richard Simmon’s “Sweating to the Oldies, outtakes used under fair use and obtained via YouTube Shannen Dorthy People clip on mortality used under fair use obtained via YouTube /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32190272

ROSALIND 07/09/2024

ROSALIND On July 23rd, 2021, a NYC trio called ALMA was on the brink of releasing their highly anticipated album, "Mosaic," which made our list of the best albums of 2021. After a three-year break, they have returned with a new name, ROSALIND. In our conversation, we explore their rebrand and current single, a cover of Pink Floyd's classic "Wish You Were Here." This single gives us a tantalizing taste of what to expect from their new EP, "ALMA: CODA," set to release later this summer. Follow the band at @rosalind_band Stay up to date with them on their website https://rosalindband.com/ You can also listen to our archives of their first appearance on the podcast as ALMA here: https://sinistergirlz.com/album/alma/ As for us, follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ If you like what you hear, rate, review, and subscribe; if you don’t, keep scrolling on. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/32074277

STRATEJACKET 06/07/2024

STRATEJACKET Punk alt-rock trio StrateJacket make their SINISTER GIRLZ debut. Made up of Jackson Roemers (lead vocals/guitar, 24), Fabian Angel (vocals/bass, 23) and Nate Mangold (drums, 22), StrateJacket joins us from Northern California and talk about the band's formation, what it's like to be on the brink of stardom. To keep up with the band follow them on social @stratejacketca watch their performance video: https://youtu.be/8QbYmrrCnUU?si=AL40_XnCfyYggWbX Follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ the podcast is available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and Audible /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31656817

Kru 05/17/2024

Kru This week, we welcome Mumbai-born, California-raised R&B/Pop singer Kru. Her single, "Masterplan (feat. Junoflo)," is out now on all streaming platforms. Be on the lookout for her forthcoming EP, "Inevitable," later this year. But first, we attend Billie Eilish's "Hit Me Hard And Soft" album listening party at Barclays and we have a message from Billie! Follow KRU on social media @krumusic Youtube: Follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31362042

Ryn 05/07/2024

Ryn This week, we chat with the lovely Alabama-based Pop/Country Singer-Songwriter Ryn. Listen to us talk about her current single, “Wouldn’t It Be Great,” her passion for medical research, and upcoming music release plans. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow us @SINISTERGIRLZ For More Info on RYN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rynofficialmusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theofficialrynhere Twitter: https://twitter.com/rynofficialmus1 Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/RynCountry YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryn4975 Website: https://www.rynsmusic.com/ /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/31183292

SINISTER GIRLZ: 66th Annual Grammy Award Recap 02/05/2024

SINISTER GIRLZ: 66th Annual Grammy Award Recap We tuned in to Music's biggest night. The 66th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held on February 4th, 2024, and I have some thoughts! Listen to me briefly recap some of my favorite moments of the night. Shout out to our girl Allison Russell, friend of the Pod! Congrats on your first Grammy win! So well deserved. This episode is strictly for commentary and entertainment purposes. The clips used have been circling the web, so please don't strike me! This is all love. Follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ, like, rate, subscribe, and tell a friend! We are on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible and SINISTERGIRLZ.COM /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/29804693

Katherine Yeske Taylor 01/17/2024

Katherine Yeske Taylor This week, we are joined by Katherine Yeske Taylor, the author of the book, “She’s a Badass: women in rock shaping feminism,” out now (January 16, 2024). Listen to us discuss defining feminism in rock n roll, her early days as a journalist, and her experience interviewing some of the most prominent female figures in music. Keep up with the author at https://linktr.ee/Taylorkatnyc Social media:@ kyt_in_nyc You can purchase the book where all books are sold AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Shes-Badass-Women-Shaping-Feminism/dp/1493072544 Don’t forget to like, rate (5 stars), and subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ podcast. You can listen on Amazon Music, Audible and Apple Podcasts. Follow us on social @sinistergirlz /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/29527018

SERENA ITTOO 12/08/2023

SERENA ITTOO British singer-songwriter Serena Ittoo makes her SINISTER GIRLZ debut and presents her debut single, “Nature Foreseen.” We discussed discovering her love for music, songwriting, and her career as a life coach. You can follow Serena Ittoo’s music and content on social media instagram/tiktok @serenaittoo Don’t forget to follow us on social @SINISTERGIRLZ and rate (5 stars), review, subscribe we are on Audible, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28995053

Miss Randall 11/28/2023

Miss Randall This week, Miss Randall joins us for a great conversation on being a metal indie singer-songwriter and drummer. Listen to us discuss her new EP, “Desertations, Vol. 1” Follow her on social media @missrandallmusic Album available on all streaming platforms Don’t forget to like, review, and follow us on the streaming platform of your choice. We are available on Apple podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, follow us on social @sinistergirlz SINISTER GIRLZ has been nominated for two podcasting awards; more details to come! /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28825213

Britta Raci 11/17/2023

Britta Raci This week we are joined by the outspoken indie-pop powerhouse, Britta Raci, listen to us discuss her brand of pop music, being a music teacher, and her brutally honest songwriting. You can follow her on social @brittaraci But first, we kick the show off with some Grammy nomination talk, it's brief. Follow us on social @sinistergirlz Don't forget to follow, like, review, subscribe to the SINISTER GIRLZ Podcast, we are on Apple Podcast, Audible and Amazon Music. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28688543

Stephen Artemis Jr. 10/30/2023

Stephen Artemis Jr. Stephen Artemis Jr. is making his debut on SINISTER GIRLZ and he’s here to chat with us about his latest single titled “Highlands and Hills”. This song is available on all music platforms. Stephen also shares with us what Americana means to him as a genre, and how he is the only Stephen Artemis Jr. which makes it easier for his fans to find him.  Follow him on Instagram @stephenartemisjr Bandcamp: https://stephenartemisjr.bandcamp.com/music Rate, like, subscribe and follow @sinistergirlz Enjoy the show! Stay till the very end for a special tribute to a Friend RIP Matthew Perry (1969-2023) /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28457201

Syd Palmieri 09/25/2023

Syd Palmieri Syd Palmieri is ready to take the pop world by storm. The singer-songwriter chats with us about relocating to Nashville from Texas to pursue her musical dreams. Listen to her discuss her love-hate relationship with social media, what it is like to go viral and her hit song, "I Wish You The Worst." Follow her on social media @sydneypalmieri Don't forget to rate us 5 stars, review, like and follow us @sinistergirlz BIG THINGS TO COME! /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/28134368

Spoilers 08/11/2023

Spoilers Happy Spoilers Release Day! Today we chat with Ben from the UK band Spoilers to talk about their new EP, “There and Thereabouts” available TODAY on all your streaming platforms. Listen to us discuss the punk rock music scene in their native UK as well as proper concert-attending etiquette. The EP is out now, and you can follow the band on social media @spoilersUK Rate, review, and give us FIVE STARS so that others can easily find the show, every review counts. As always follow us @sinistergirlz /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/27727275

MIIRRORS 07/03/2023

MIIRRORS This week we welcome Brian McSweeney and Shawn Rios of the band MIIRRORS. This Chicago-bred band is ready to show off their cinematic soundscape in their full-length album, “Motion and Picture.” Listen to us chat about the album, “completing” a version of Jeff Buckley’s rare 1997 demo “Gunshot Glitter” and how they navigate this post-pandemic music scene. You can keep up with the guys on and instagram @miirrors_music Remember Stitcher is going bye-bye so catch us Apple podcast, Audible, Amazon Music and of course Sinistergirlz.com /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/27358116

Vashti Bunyan 06/23/2023

Vashti Bunyan Avant-folk icon Vashti Bunyan joins us for a chat about her memoir, “Wayward, Just Another Life to Live” which was critically acclaimed and well received in the UK, the book has made its way across the pond and is available for purchase in the U.S. Listen to us discuss her musical upbringing, being embraced by the 1960’s Folk music scene, why she went away and how she found her way back to music. You can learn more about Vashti on her website follow her on Instagram @vashtibunyan and on Twitter @vashtibunyan1 Don’t forget to follow us on the socials @sinistergirlz Like, subscribe, rate the podcast 5 stars. We are on apple podcast, Amazon Music, Audible podcast and Stitcher. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/27251325

The Eras Tour Recap (MetLife Stadium, Night 3) 05/30/2023

The Eras Tour Recap (MetLife Stadium, Night 3) A rambling account of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, day 3 at Metlife Stadium. Plus a Sinister Girlz update! Follow us @sinistergirlz on social media The podcast is available on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Audible, and Stitcher. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/26995128

Mariah's World Episode 3 (with Sex and The Cidiots Kevin & Jon) 04/14/2023

Mariah's World Episode 3 (with Sex and The Cidiots Kevin & Jon) This week we are joined by hosts of the Sex and The Cidiots podcast where hosts Kevin and Jon watch every episode of “Sex and the City” for the first time & podcast about it, to recap episode 3 of "Mariah's World." This week Mariah finds herself disappointing fans as she arrives late to a gig, more backstage drama, and promises of a blooming love story. Follow us @sinistergirlz on social media and don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe to the Sinister Girlz podcast. We are available on Apple podcasts, stitcher, Amazon Music, and Audible. Follow the guys at @kevinmccaff & @jackperday or the podcast accounts @sexandthecidiots & @thebridgertonbros /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/26539320

MADISENXOXO 04/07/2023

MADISENXOXO Our two-parter comes to a conclusion with an amazing chat with Roadcase Management's new artist, Madisenxoxo. In the last episode, we spoke with the legendary Nancy Wilson and now we get the inside scoop from Madisenxoxo herself. Listen to us discuss her upcoming EP, "Mothership" due out April 28th, landing on Nancy Wilson's radar and upcoming ventures. You can follow her @madisenxoxoo and find her on all streaming platforms. Follow us @sinistergirlz You can subscribe and listen to the podcast on Apple podcast, stitcher, amazon music, and Audible. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/26473311

Nancy Wilson 03/31/2023

Nancy Wilson Rock n Roll Hall of Famer Nancy Wilson of Heart is utilizing her expertise in the music industry to help the next generation of artists and musicians shine with her new management company Roadcase Management. Listen to Nancy and I discuss the early days of Heart, songwriting, and scouting new talent. This episode is part one of a two-parter, in the next episode we will speak with Roadcase Management's first artist Madisenxoxo. Follow Nancy Wilson @nancywilson across social media. You can follow us @sinistergirlz Find us on apple podcast, stitcher, audible and amazon music. /episode/index/show/sinistergirlz/id/26403474

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