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Robbyne KaamilComedian, Actress, and New Yorker Robbyne Kaamil is not afraid to sit you down and tell you how it REALLY is. She stars in her own one woman show Raw & Real which explores the worlds of politics, racism, relationships, and sex with her “raunchy, over the top, in-your-face demeanor” like no one else.
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NYC INTERVIEWS
Getting “Raw & Real” With Comedian Robbyne Kaamil
Comedian/Actress and New Yorker Robbyne Kaamil is not afraid to sit you down and tell you how it REALLY is. She stars in her own one woman show Raw & Real which explores the worlds of politics, racism, relationships, and sex with her “raunchy, over the top, in-your-face demeanor” like no one else. Raw & Real, which you can catch at The Crown & Anchor in Provincetown on October 11th-13th, also features excerpts from her controversial book, Get Off The Titty: Poetry That Bites and you have probably shaked it to her Dance-hits “Bitch Slap” and “Free To Love” at the club. This jack-of-all-trades diva also finds time to dish out advice on her website, CanWeBeReal and on DList.com. She talks with us about her relationship with Howard Stern, what to do if you find porn on your boyfriend’s computer, and why nothing is off limits on stage, in our funniest interview yet:
You talk about everything from politics to race to sex in your one-woman show “Raw & Real”. Is there anything you consider off limits while on stage?
There is nothing off limits when I’m on stage. The stage is about the only place left where you can tell the truth. All of our information is watered down and altered. Most people act like they’re walking on eggshells and have a problem speaking what’s on their mind. God forbid they say something deemed politically incorrect! Not me. I call a spade a spade and a rat a rat – on stage and off.
Have you ever been stumped with a question on your advice website Can We Be Real.com?
No. I was raised in the South Bronx – Fort Apache. I’ve heard it all and seen it all. The problems people have are basically the same whether they live on Sutton Place or in Bed-Stuy. Everybody’s drama is about one of three things – love, sex or money - sometimes all three.
Jill Zarin, On The “Grown Up Mean Girls”, Her Love Of Spanx, And Everything Else You Don’t See On Screen
Jill Zarin is not your typical “housewife” of NYC. Although she is one of the main cast members on Real Housewives of NYC, she’s first and foremost a mother, daughter, wife, friend and a successful businesswoman.
I love her tactful honesty. Our interview followed the Republican National Convention, which we had both watched on TV the night before, and naturally turned toward the subject of politics:“The whole situation is painful to watch and there are pros and cons to both sides. I think McCain blew it with his VP choice. He’s made my choice easy for me.” I agreed, but we moved the conversation along, and from the sidelines of the US Open, Jill gave me the scoop on life as a Real Housewife of NYC, the second season, what we don’t see on TV and fashion.
Have you experienced any changes that have occurred in your life from the success of Real Housewives of NYC?
Absolutely, people are very friendly and doors have opened; not that they were closed before. I’ve met so many new people. Just today, I’m at the US Open and was recognized. Someone came to introduce themselves because they recognized my voice. I have a very unique voice.
Interview With Jules Kirby On Jolika And Mission “Green Fashion”
Jules Kirby is not just your average jet-setting international socialite. Rather than dazzling the benefit circle, Jules is more likely to be found on the beach surfing or diving in exotic destinations ranging from Thailand to St. Barths. This spring she added to her list of accolades and opened a boutique, Jolika, in Belle-ile-en-Mer, France - an island off the coast of Normandy where she’s called home since March 2007. I recently connected with Jules in France via Skype to get the dish on Jolika, her move back to NYC, and how France has been treating her.
What was your inspiration for opening Jolika?
I love to shop. I love nature. It keeps me very busy, and out of trouble.
Kelly Cutrone Sits Down With Steve Lewis
Kelly Cutrone has been around for a long time. Way before Lauren Conrad ever stepped into People’s Revolution. Before the Hills, Kelly Cutrone was New York’s Kelly, and an integral part of our city’s nightlife. She recently sat down with our favorite nightlife king, Steve Lewis for an interview. This was my favorite part:
SL: In all of this, you’re doing this TV show. Now, the people at JoonBug office are saying, ‘You know Kelly Cutrone? How could you know Kelly Cutrone?’ I go ‘I know people, I’ve known Kelly for a long time.’ They don’t believe me. So I’m doing this interview by myself, I’m usually surrounded by people that help me spell and all that. And they don’t believe that I’m talking to you here. Now why are these people so impressed?
KC: I don’t know. People have to celebrate mediocrity.
Todd English Talks Libertine, Eva Longoria, And What Food Turns Him On
Todd English along with the Thompson Hotel Group will open Libertine this fall in the Financial District. Following in the footsteps of his other long lasting restaurant at the W Hotel in Union Square, Olives, Todd E. will bring his creative flare to an area on the revival.
Aside from being an accomplished chef and entrepreneur, Todd is one of those personalities that light up a room by sheer presence. We have been friends for quite some while and it always gives me pleasure to know I have new place to eat under his wing. Get ready for some good food and some good times at Libertine!!
How was the concept created for Libertine? Where did you pull inspiration for the menu? Any particular pub or place?
The inspiration for Libertine is really that clubby, 1970’s London vibe, updated into something modern. I’ve always really loved tavern food, so the menu reflects a lot of classic dishes reinterpreted with cheeky twists.
Nestor Jazmani Dutan On Fashion, Taking Risks, And Why Luck Follows No One…
Editor’s Note: This came in our inbox. And, you know what? I’m making it post worthy:
Hello my name is L. L., its better if I initial my name. I am an up-and-coming fashion journalist and I would like to introduce myself with an article/interview. On Sunday afternoon I found myself with none other than Nestor Jazmani Dutan. As you know he is new in the scene, but just by talking to him, you can tell he will go far in this industry.
L.L.- First, I have to ask, What are you Wearing?
NJD- Lol Why does everybody ask me that first.
Top- Vintage Kim Jones,
Pants- Got it in some thrift shop in Queens,
Shoes- SM on sale
L.L.- What are you doing here at 6 N. St. in Williamsburg? More »
Interview With Joe Stallone, Famous Faux Finisher
I had the chance to sit down with world-class faux finisher Joe Stallone in his apartment, fresh off his latest job, Robert De Niro’s new Greenwich Hotel. Joe’s work surrounded us as we sat and talked on his sofa, from the gorgeous faux doors and cabinets, to the Tondo he made on the wall in the style of the Renaissance greats. Though this Tondo used to be a hose, it now sparkles gold, flawlessly framing a giant painting of a nude.
What is the best part of the job? Is it seeing clients’ expressions after you transform a steel door to antique rosewood—or what?
JS: The actual doing of it, I’d say. That’s the fun.
DJ’s Graham Funke and StoneRokk on Christina Aguilera, NYC and the Original Joe’s Pizza…
I just interviewed two of the coolest guys you could possible hope to meet. DJ’s Graham Funke and StoneRokk – two DJ’s who became friends and have owned the music/party/club scene ever since. The boys are based out of LA but do events in New York and Las Vegas among others and StoneRokk AKA Michael Stone was born and raised in Queens. They have worked for Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Christina Aguilera and have a close friend in DJ AM. There are too many accomplishments to list, so let’s introduce you to Graham Funke and StoneRokk…
What made you decide to work together?
StoneRokk: Graham and I used to run parallel to one another in LA…we had a ton of mutual friends and met through one of them (who we no longer speak to) and realized we had the same eccentric tastes. Our theories in DJing were the same so we branded ourselves as a team. A lot of bad DJ’s are out there and we wanted to do something about it. I’m not the best, but I’m pretty f***ing good. If you’ve never carried a record bag in your life, you don’t know what real DJing is.
Why The Crimson Love Their Choos: An Interview With Chester French
Chester French is the architect who designed the Lincoln Memorial and “The Spirit of Life.” He”s also a synth-rock band signed to Pharrell”s Star Trak label, a band masterminded by two fresh-out-of-Harvard, button-down-wearing white boys. The tale of D.A. Wallach and Maxwell Drummey is one of dormitory sessions and persistent demo-distribution, of intuition and drily dirty wit. Most of all, it is one of talent, and the ability to put it to use. Below, the boys talk genre-bending, wet tee-shirt contests, and coveting their neighbors” physiques.
Interview With The Waverly Inn’s John Delucie, The Man Behind The Truffled Mac
By now you’ve all read about that little restaurant in the west village with a tougher door policy than any nightclub this city has to offer. You know, the one with the famed truffled mac and cheese and a phone number that still doesn’t acknowledge the place as opened? You can imagine our excitement on getting the head chef to sit down and tell us his secrets…
I’ve known John Delucie throughout the years and have always respected him first and foremost as a chef and manager. He also happens to be a very cool guy. He kicked ass at La Bottega at the Maritime Hotel and then found phenomenal success through his restaurant The Waverly Inn (Graydon Carters west village hotspot). After a generous meal there and over cocktails at The Soho House (where he was also once a guest chef), John was gracious enough to answer a few of my probing questions:
John Delucie is stealth rock star chef, and that’s why I adore him.
Food is……. ?
Life and like life we need to maintain a healthy sense of humor about it. We need to stop watching so much food TV.
Richie Rich Gets Candid
I hid this video deep in the interview with Richie Rich, and, I’m afraid all of you missed it. Which is such a shame because in it, you hear Richie talk about the 90s, what he likes to do now, and where he sees himself in 10 years. Loves this guy! Enjoy!
*Update: It is now “Un-private” sorry about that!
Interview With Richie Rich
“When a came to New York I had a bag of glitter and a vanity mirror in my hand…and they were like, “You’re a club kid we’ve been looking for you!”
Sometimes you need someone that reminds you to not take yourself too seriously, to play dress up even if no one else is playing along, to be less judgmental of people, and to let loose and engage in some good clean fun every now and then. Richie Rich has been that person for me. Don’t let the ex-club kid status fool you. This guy has accomplished more than most “average Joes” out there, creating an empire that extends far beyond the Heatherette clothing line. He is put-together, articulate, and extremely charming; perhaps the opposite of what many who have heard about him imagine him to be.
When I think of New York City, Richie Rich is one of the images that comes to mind. He’s also part of the reason I know this city is not dead. Last week, I had the honor of interviewing Richie, along with good friend and business partner Chris Coffee. He came wearing one of his signature hats, and an uncharacteristically laid back tshirt and jean combo. He looked great. He proceeded to give me the inside juice on all of his upcoming projects, dispelling rumors of Heatherette’s end, and giving me exclusive, never talked about details on his new ventures. I will, no doubt, forever remember this rare afternoon spent on the rooftop on Bowery, getting candid with Richie Rich.
Where are you from and what was your childhood like?
I’m from California, right outside San FranciscoI had the perfect American Childhood with two older brothers. Just really fun and playing outside, building clubhouses and I don’t know I guess I was a tomboy.
