Rogue Bunnies Mayhem

Dr. Lois Lee & The History Behind Children Of The Night

We're back with a brand new episode and it's focused on a cause that is very important to us and one that was equally important to Mr. Hefner.
Our special guest is Dr. Lois Lee, founder of Children Of The Night, a non-profit organization that's specific purpose is "to provide intervention in the lives of children who are sexually exploited and vulnerable to or involved in prostitution and pornography." For more information about Children Of The Night, please visit www.childrenofthenight.org/. Joining Dr. Lee is Audra Lynn, Miss October '03, who's also a human trafficking advocate. 
Dr. Lee recounts the story of how Children Of The Night got started, way back in the late 70's. From that point, Dr. Lee has been helping people in need, over 12,000 of them. Hear all about the Los Angeles based serial murders that got her involved with protecting women and how she went head-to-head with the LAPD.
Dr. Lee remembers her conversation with Hugh Hefner and how passionate he became in helping her efforts. Victoria has continued that tradition. Children Of The Night and Rogue Bunnies collaborated on the "End Of Summer Fling" that was September 21st at the Skybar in Los Angeles...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Summer Break - Brande Roderick's Wineville

We're so happy for Brande Roderick! On September 10th, Wineville, the movie she produced, directed and starred in will be streaming digitally on Amazon, Apple TV/iTunes, Google Play, YouTube Movies, Fandango, Xbox/Microsoft, and through your local cable and satellite providers.
Listen back to our episode with Brande and co-producer Joshua Lou Friedman (also a member of the Playboy family) to hear all about Brande's journey in making this movie. Follow Wineville Movie or visit https://www.winevillemovie.com/
New episodes back soon...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Summer Break - Jenn's Pick - The Girls Next Door Producer & Editor (Part 2)

We continue with our Summer Break as we give you part II of our interview with The Girls Next Door producer Lauren Weinstein and editor Titus Heard.
Plenty more stories about the making of the hit reality show, what it was like working at The Playboy Mansion and remembering legendary TV Producer and Director, Kevin Burns. The group share some amazing stories about the man behind The Girls Next Door and his special relationship with Mr. Hefner...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Summer Break - Jenn's Pick - The Girls Next Door Producer & Editor

Our Summer Break continues. Remember, new shows back on September 9th. This week's episode is Miss March '09's pick and it has to do with one of her favorite reality shows of all-time!
Producer Lauren Weinstein and editor Titus Heard, along with the rest of the gang, share some of their favorite moments from The Girls Next Door 6-year run. Lauren talks about having her office at The Mansion and Titus remembers the creative freedom he and his other editors had. There's even a visit from a special guest at the end of the first segment but you'll have to listen closely.
You'll also hear about a dildo collection and the story behind certain outfits in the "Catcher In The Raw" episode (Season 5)...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Summer Break - Brian's Pick - Music At The Mansion

We are taking a few weeks off to enjoy the rest of Summer. We'll have new shows back on September 9th. In the meantime, each host is picking an episode they'd like you to check-out or relisten to.
Last year, a few of us went to the Metallica concert in Los Angeles. After the concert, we decided to have a party in the studio. Brian, Jenn and Victoria were joined by Angel Boris, Miss July '97, and Playmate of the Month for November '94, Miss Donna Perry. Brian recounts the story of when Metallica played at The Mansion and passing up a "dream job" for the dream job he already had.
Thank you for all of your support over the last year and a half. You're the reason we do these shows. Just because we're on vacation, doesn't mean the mayhem stops...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Stephen Wayda Remembers His Photo Session With Kim Kardashian

The legendary photographer is back for part two and recounts his Playboy shoot with socialite Kim Kardashian and a few other A-list celebrities. 
Before we dive into the iconic 2007 Playboy issue, featuring Kim Kardashian, Victoria asks Stephen about some of his favorite Centerfolds that he shot. Off the top of his head, he remembers being particularly proud of Rainy Day Jordan, Miss December '11, and 2012 Playmate of the Year, Jaclyn Swedberg. 
As we mentioned in the last episode, Stephen was the most published photographer in the history of Playboy but one of the more iconic covers and issues, from the last 20 years, was the December '07 issue featuring Kim Kardashian. Keeping Up With The Kardashians had just completed its first season and Kim's star was definitely on the rise. Stephen was only supposed to shoot the cover so he was not fully prepared for doing more but Mr. Hefner asked if he could shoot it all. Stephen had to convince Kris Jenner to continue taking pictures and earned her trust, one frame at a time. That's the deal he made and he kept delivering. It turned out pretty good in the end, for all parties involved. 
It's not all about Kim K though. There’s a great Pam Anderson story about a trip to St. Tropez. Early morning shoots are not ideal when on a tropical island. You have to listen to hear the reason why. Stephen also has some sage advice for young photographers and there's a good discussion about film versus digital photography. To view Stephen's amazing work, visit https://www.stephenwayda.com/ or https://makersplace.com/stephenwayda/gallery/created...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Stephen Wayda "The Most Published Photographer In Playboy History"

Stephen Wayda worked as a Playboy photographer for 30 years and shot with everyone, in and out of Playboy. But, his numerous shoots with Pamela Anderson have to be considered his most famous or what he's best known for. Pam made her way onto a lot of Playboy covers and Stephen was there, behind the lens.
Stephen grew up as a "news man"  in the Salt Lake City area, working as a newspaper reporter. Stephen tells Brian and Victoria all about his beginnings and how he got his foot in the door at Playboy. He's a self-proclaimed "cowboy and rancher" at heart. Stephen will tell us that he's not a "traditional photographer" but maybe that's what sets his work apart. Not too bad for a guy who would go on to work with Jack Nicholson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Denzel Washington and many of Playboy's finest, including Miss January '96. 
Stephen recalls his first night at The Playboy Mansion. Let's just say he didn't meet Mr. Hefner the most conventional way. Do you count seeing a silhouette as meeting someone? You'll have to listen to that story! Stephen also shot part of Victoria's pictorial but Victoria remembers how Stephen kept getting interrupted by a certain Playmate that made red bathing suits famous. Speaking of that certain someone, Stephen was there when the romance started with Tommy Lee and even took some legendary photos of Pam in her "after glow", as Victoria likes to say. 
One episode was never going to be enough for Stephen so he'll be back for part two. More stories of "PAMdemonium" and an amazing story about his shoot with Kim Kardashian, right before her popularity went to another stratosphere! To see his amazing work, please visit https://stephenwayda.com/ and take a look at some of the stars he's worked with. Also, check out his Makers Place to see more and even buy some of his amazing art. https://makersplace.com/stephenwayda/gallery/created/90s-icons-seen-in-a-new-age...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

It's Time For "Our Road To The Playboy Mansion"

After almost a year and a half of doing this podcast, and hearing all of our Family's great stories, we thought it was time to share how Victoria Fuller, Jennifer Pershing and Brain Olea got to The Mansion!
Victoria Fuller never thought she'd make it to the gatefold of Playboy Magazine. She was turned down a few years before gracing the issue and you'll have to hear why. That wasn't her only setback. Playboy had intended to make her Playmate of the Month for January '95 but pushed her back a full year. As Victoria remembered thinking, "a lot can happen in a year". Luckily, Playboy made the wise decision and kept her right where she was and will forever be, Miss January '96! However, she wasn't the only Victoria in '96. Our Victoria and Brian share some great stories about the ever-popular Victoria Silvstedt. 
Jennifer Pershing is big on manifestation. She always knew that she was going to be famous but it could have been her daily "mantra" that got her onto the centerfold of the March 2009 issue of Playboy. Or, it might have been the numerous Monday Steel Panther shows, at the Key Club in Los Angeles, that got people's attention. She tells us that Jersey Girls were known for the act that got her noticed. You'll have to listen to what she did because we're not giving away that nugget. 
Finally, Brian Olea always wanted to be a musician. It was that path that started his journey to Hef's House. While attending broadcasting school and in need of some money, Brian met a guy that would change the trajectory of his life, although he didn't believe it at first. All it took was working one party for The Mansion staff to realize that Brian was destined to be a Playboy employee, which he was for over 20 years. Brian loves being a part of the Playboy Family and you'll hear that it was definitely reciprocated. 
We have so much fun doing this show. We hope you enjoy going inside, around and through the Playboy Life with us too. As Brian says, "it was pretty dang magical"...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟
 

Dutch Bihary - Body Paint Artist Extraordinaire & Skin Wars "Villain"

When it comes to art, there isn't much Dutch Bihary can't do but he is the master of body painting. As stated on the Rogue Bunnies website, he's a "bad ass artist".
Before we get into Dutch's background, Brian has a little fun with the "hawk tuah" craze that took over social media. But she doesn't need any more exposure so let's focus on Dutch. Victoria starts off by asking Dutch about his time on the hit reality show Skin Wars. Dutch goes into detail about how the show portrayed him as the "villain" because if it was a real skills competition, it would not have been close. (our words, not his). 
Dutch talks about what made him interested in art. Like most kids, it was the comic books. That passion for art has led him to teaching Master Classes and even getting to work with the legendary special effects make-up artist Stan Winston. If you've ever seen any movie, you've seen Stan's work. The conversation gets back to body painting and Dutch lists the do's and don'ts and how to deal with sweaty skin.
Dutch does amazing work for the Rogue Bunnies. He and Victoria discuss how they met one another and how they began working together. Jenn then asks Dutch if he was a fan of Playboy before collaborating with Victoria and if he has a favorite issue. If you'd like to see more of Dutch's amazing work, please check out https://www.contoursfx.com. We're definitely lucky to have someone this talented...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟

Liz Stewart Part II - Bunny Dips & Landing Strips

Liz Stewart, Playmate of the Month for July '84, was so good in her last episode that we had to have her back for Part II. If you read the episode title, the stories only get better.
Victoria Fuller begins by taking Liz back to the infamous Bunny Club. If you remember the last episode, Liz began her long Playboy career by working as Bunny at The Club, when she was only 20. If you didn't listen, shame on you! Victoria asks about the extensive training to become a Bunny which turns into a discussion about the "Bunny Dip". Never heard of it? It will be explained. Jennifer Pershing even had to learn that to be an extra on the hit series Mad Men. It's not an easy move, but the ladies got it down. Interested to know who helped design the iconic Bunny Suit? Here's a hint, he had a familiar last name.
After discussing the Bunny Club, Brian Olea had an interesting query. Since there were three different decades of Bunnies represented, the gang take you on a colorful tour of the pubic region. Just like the magazine, it's done with class. Victoria was told that she might have been the first to don a certain style. 
Since we just celebrated the 4th of July holiday, the group reminisced about how special that holiday was at The Mansion and how inspiring the fireworks display was. As we close, Jenn asks Liz to pay her "Homage to Hef" which is so touching. Liz also reflects on another Hefner, Cooper, and how much she reminded him of his dad, both visually and professionally. With stories like Liz told, we will definitely have her back soon...And the Mayhem continues! 🤟