Renee Olstead joins the hosts of The Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast for a deep dive into Paul Verhoeven’s notorious 1995 cult classic Showgirls.
The two-hour episode, “Showgirls, featuring Renee Olstead”, finds the actress, recording artist, therapist and reigning Penthouse Pet of the Year chatting with hosts A.J. Ditty, Josh Boerman and Brian Alford in a spirited conversation that tackles the absurdity, artistry and unintended solidarity of Showgirls, with topics such as the chaos of Joe Eszterhas’s screenplay, the surreal edits in the infamous VH1 cut, and the movie’s enduring reputation as both a disaster and a feminist Rorschach test.
“I had so much fun chatting with A.J., Josh and Brian about this gloriously campy disasterpiece,” said Olstead. “The time completely flew by. We laughed a lot, shared some wildly specific observations, and somehow managed to make a two-hour conversation about Showgirls feel like it still wasn’t enough. I had the best time.”
Olstead, known for her roles in The Secret Life of the American Teenager and Unfriended, has released four albums across pop, jazz, and country genres, and now also works as a therapist specializing in the adult entertainment industry.
Fans can find Olstead’s episode of The Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast at WorstPossible.world, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart and other quality platforms.
Learn more about Renee Olstead at xorenee.com.
ABOUT RENEE OLSTEAD:
Born in Houston, Texas, Renee Olstead began her entertainment career at a young age, amassing over nine seasons of television appearances, notable roles in movies such as 13 Going on 30 and Michael Mann’s The Insider, and two studio albums produced by acclaimed music producer David Foster. In 2020, Olstead shifted focus, venturing into adult entertainment and returning to grad school.
Olstead’s adult career swiftly gained momentum, leading her to complete campaigns and pictorials for renowned brands including Hustler Hollywood, Playboy, and HoneyBirdette. She attained her Master’s in Psychology, along with the title of Penthouse Pet in 2023, and subsequently became a contributor to Penthouse Magazine.
A passionate advocate for sex worker’s rights, Olstead continues to advocate for various mutual aid organizations, including SWOPLA, Sunday Faire, and Pineapple Support, as well as The Coalition for American Sex Workers (CASW – LOCAL 304) which she founded in 2024. Currently, Renee divides her time between Los Angeles and Milwaukee, where she resides with her beloved rescue animals, Ume, Persephone, and Oscar.
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