The BROADcast with The Famous Filson Sisters

The Famous Filson Sisters have been around the block. These identical twin sisters and heiresses to a vast family fortune have been entertaining audiences the world over for generations. From their early days on the vaudevillian stages of the Catskills, to their USO radio spectaculars, to their wildly popular television variety shows, appearances, and to the BROADcast podcast today, Ann and Nancy Filson are true pop icons and the original ‘twin heiress celebrities’. Of course, the Filson sisters are those Filsons. Of the Filson Family Filbert fortune. Of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. A fortune built on nuts. They’re a rich coupla nuts! Born of considerable influence, remarkable good looks, and tremendous wealth, they were taught at a young age to contribute to the common good and make every effort to create a better world. And that they do, in spades. These legendary identical entertainers have influenced the very fabric of our culture with their timeless humor, everlasting entertainment, and influential dressing style. All that and they sing, too.

How to Find a Hot Bod Inside You. All In a Day’s Workout. Subtitled: I Scream. You scream. We all scream for Aspri-Cream.

Listen in while the twins get physical with Vashon Strong proprietor Josh Thorn. Ann & Nancy tell us about their visit with LeBron and Willie McGee, they discuss whipping around big ropes, the thigh master, Cross Fit and other fitness trends, and remember Jimmy Swaggart. Do not miss it.

08-02
56:57

Boobs, Burlesque and Summer Blockbusters; Subtitled: A Mother’s Helper Expresses Herself

Ann & Nancy say more with their guest Moorea Malatt, a lactation specialist, burlesque performer, and future family therapist. What a combination! From a very in depth exploration of brassieres to public breast feeding to a very spicy Dear Ann & Nancy letter from a listener, this is one you don't want to miss.

03-03
54:05

From Peach Trees to Pike Place, Two Artists’ Odyssey Aboard The Yacht That Rocks; Subtitled: How to Have a Swell Time with Seamen.

Eavesdrop while the gals dive right on in with illustrator Kate Endle and her husband, actual famous person Chris Ballew, front man of The Presidents of The United States of America and Casper Babypants himself. It's one of those you-don't-want-to-miss-it kind of situations. Trust us.

01-11
55:12

From Tater Tots to Tik Tok, A Karaoke Queen's Campy Tale of Hot Dishes and Homegrown Hits

Listen in as the sisters get into it with the Singing Chef herself, Chantel Jackson. Chantel fills the girls in on bringing a lover to Camp Sealth, launching S'More Diversity Family Camp, and lots and lots more. Tune in, you won't regret it.

08-01
54:49

Into The Wild, A Deep Dive Into the Reflection Pool for Peace, Resilience and Justice; Subtitled: A Skinny Dipper's Guide to All Seasons.

Oh boy, the gals go all the way with their guest Stacey Hinden of Vashon's own Wilderness Program. Is it a cult? Probably.

08-01
01:00:40

From Army to Ahhmazing, One Man's Dance with Drag Destiny; Subtitled: Soldier Show Me The Way.

Listen in as the twins talk with Willyum LaBeija, of the House of LaBeija. There was a little confusion, as Ann & Nancy had just returned from the House of Labia Gala, which is a different thing. The trio goes deep into all things sexy, from lube preferences to erotic foods, mood lighting, and more. Plus, as always, The Nut Of The Night!

05-25
58:59

Death, Dying, and Drugs to Enjoy in the Meantime. Subtitled: Are Diamond Burials Forever?

Listen in as the twins and their guest, therapist and palliative medicine and psychedelic therapy practitioner Kari Hilwig, dive deep into death and death adjacent topics, including some of the lesser known post death protocols like the Tibetan sky burial. Also drugs. As usual. Tune in. You won't regret it. (Recorded August 2022, when the Queen of England was still alive, may her memory be a blessing, though we know it isn't for plenty but for some it is, so ok.)

11-28
55:44

From High School Sweethearts to Happy Home Makers; Subtitled: How to Keep it Fresh & Freaky in a New Frontier.

Can high school sweethearts keep the magic alive decades later, and can wedded bliss stay blissful? Ann and Nancy's guests Brit and Betsy Hansen say yes. Listen in.

09-13
53:18

Musings of a Mush Man; Subtitled: How One Smooth Operator Sows His Sweet Oats in a Stupidly Small Town.

Listen in to Ann and Nancy as they talk of oats and those who sow. Real talk with their guest, the absurdly charismatic Steven Brewer.

09-06
49:34

Declarations of a Dame from Down Under; Subtitled: Dingo'isms and Dessert Decorations.

Eavesdrop on the sisters while they talk Great British (Prison Colony) Baking, vomit and so much more with an honest to goodness Australian.

08-30
01:05:14

An Ode to the Odyssey of the Self-Loving Side of the Male Psyche; Subtitled: You Do You.

Listen in while Ann & Nancy go all the way with identical twin and human man and, Kirk Barker. They dive into self love, healing and all things twin. You do NOT want to miss it.

08-03
51:24

A Sneak Peak of a Theater Geek. From Macbeth to Mommy Dearest. For the Love of the Craft.

The sisters talk all things dramatic with fellow thespian, East Coaster, and bon vivant, Chris Boscia. Fresh from the archives, and just before lockdown, Chris brought "fish blank holes" and stories of his fabulous adventures including midnight dates and advice to "milk the giant cow". Curious? Tune in and get it all cleared up.

06-07
58:02

If I Knew You Were Comin' I'd Have Baked You a Cake. Subtitled: Confessions of a Confectioner Working in the Miniature Medium.

Listen in while the sisters talk cake and who knows what else with their guests Kim and Jeff Roeser of Jefferson Cakepan.

05-24
55:28

How to Be a Babe in a One Barber Salon Town: Beyond Burton. A Quest for the Cutting Edge.

Honey, don't miss this one. The girls dive in with hair stylist to the local stars, Windi O'Brien. From Yanni to Celine, they dig into celebrity gossip so hot it could start a wildfire, and they discuss a listener's question about his modesty and his sweetheart's desire to take some sexy boudoir photos.

03-01
57:07

A Barroom Bard's Best Side, Subtitled: Waxing Poetic On the Mystique of the Male Moustache

Eavesdrop on the girls as they get gritty with a bartender, an Eagle, and the owner of a VERY waxed handlebar moustache. Spoiler alert: it's the same guy. They talk jail time, barroom blunders and the time his house exploded. Twice.

02-15
52:14

Strawberry Creams Forever - A Lass's Worldly Wanderlust. Subtitled: Beyond Great Britain to an Isle Below.

From the left side of the road, brash and bold Brit Cate O'Kane talks trash with Ann & Nancy. As always, there are plenty of surprises.

01-18
52:47

Dip Me, Don't Drop Me, Sweet Dancin' Darlin': A Post-Nest Fraternal Twin Feature Film Fest

Eavesdrop on Ann and Nancy and their guests, Liz Shepherd and Tom Hughes, two of the most fascinating parents of twins you could hope to meet. No one is luckier than the parent of twins, the girls always say. Topics hop from cocaine to country music to Michigan. Riveting. The engineer is an AI. It doesn't go well.

12-01
57:18

Set It and Forget It: A Comprehensive Guide to Soup Spoons, Salad Forks and Saucy Hostesses

Eavesdrop as the gals get giddy with a whole room full of gorgeous gals. Amiee, Cara and Amy G sip champagne and get into it all, including spilling some tea (Elton, are you listening?) and come upon a real dud with the Nut of the Night. A captivating episode back by popular demand from our archives.

11-17
51:30

The Golden Age of Bronze: A Statuesque Exploration of Discoloration.

Eavesdrop on the twins as they talk busts with a man who knows them well. Patina artist Jonathan Kuzma joins Ann and Nancy on this riveting episode from the archives.

11-09
44:50

Life In The Fast Food Lane. Late-Night Confessions of a Short Order Cook; Subtitled: Kiss My Grits

Listen in while the sisters go deep with their guest Jennifer Parko Harvey, who brings spicy fried chicken and sparkling wit everywhere she goes. Boozy Dole Whip float? Make it a double. From the archives, and oh so worth it.

10-12
56:29

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