The director came up with concept for Burlesque after watching a Pussycat Dolls show… because that’s where all great ideas come from.

Christina Aguilera wants to sing, dance, and wear the kind of revealing clothing that just won’t fly at her Iowa waitressing job. She takes a bus to LA, worms her way into Cher’s failing Burlesque club, becomes a star, and we’re treated to the music video for Lady Marmalade on repeat for thirteen times. If this sounds like a good time to you, you deserve everything that you get.

Featured in this episode is the triumphant return of Chris [Last Name Withheld], the triumphant debut of Portland comedian Amy Milshtein, and the triumphant rumbling of a Strippers vs. Burlesquers Rumble.

There are some potshots at Cher, an intriguing discussion of cookies and anatomy, and poorly-done celebrity impressions! Enjoy.