David Hodge as ‘Dusty O’ was known as the ‘Queen of Soho’, he was one of the most visible and popular faces on the London club scene. Dusty ran his own legendary club night “Trannyshack” at Madame JoJo’s for over a decade where he rubbed shoulders (and shoulder pads) with the stars. Then, five years ago, Dusty gave up performing and started painting.
David Hodge: The Boy Who Sat By The Window charts David’s journey from the suburbs of Birmingham to the bright lights of Soho, up to his current life as an artist. Decade by decade David describes his life, the highs and the lows. This is his story, his truth, in his own words.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune and he is featured in each episode discussing songs from the decades.
David’s life has been an odyssey - from stage to screen to stardom and to obscurity and then back again. Most importantly it has been REAL.
This podcast was produced and edited by Jackie O’Malley
Post production is by Karl Svenson at Tadah Media Ltd
Music written by George O'Dowd & Luke Begley, produced by Kevan Frost
Original artwork by David Hodge, podcast artwork design by Lee Dyer
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David Hodge talks to his long-time friend about love, life and laughter. George reveals his favourite smell, his first kiss and why he’s started hill walking.
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
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25 Nov 2021
Episode 6 the 2020s
In this episode David talks about dealing with lockdown, how he used the time to continue being creative, working on his autobiography, a podcast and original artwork for his latest exhibition in London.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune, David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/ARlFEhK
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
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18 Nov 2021
Episode 5 the 2010s
In this episode David talks about saying goodbye to Dusty O and hello to love, performing Panto and discovering a new outlet for his creative interests.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune, David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/sRlFb81
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
Discover David Hodge instagram.com/artbydustyo
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11 Nov 2021
Episode 4 the 2000s
In this episode David talks about the fabulous world of Dusty O, dancing with Grace Jones, having dinner with Madonna and getting a selfie with Karl Lagerfeld.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune, David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/3RlFkMb
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
Discover David Hodge instagram.com/artbydustyo
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4 Nov 2021
Episode 3 the 1990s
In this episode David talks about his decision to move to London, meeting Princess Diana, discovering Vivienne Westwood and creating the Very Miss Dusty O.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune, David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/6RlFdOF
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
Discover David Hodge instagram.com/artbydustyo
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28 Oct 2021
Episode 2 the 1980s
In this episode David Hodge talks about his decade of change, discovering his talents as a performer at a youth theatre, meeting his hero Boy George, and the influence of the Gay Times.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune, David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/tRlFos4
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
Discover David Hodge instagram.com/artbydustyo
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23 Oct 2021
Bonus Episode - Boy George writing the theme tune
David Hodge talks to Boy George about his song writing process and how he wrote the theme tune for the podcast David Hodge: The Boy Who Sat By The Window.
You can hear the full version of the magnificent theme tune created by Boy George on this episode.
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
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21 Oct 2021
Episode 1 the 1970s
In this episode David talks about his early life growing up in the Midlands and how he became the ’boy who sat by the window’. He also describes his family life and first forays into drag in his nans fur coat and mum’s jewellery.
Boy George, a long-time friend and collaborator since the 1980s, has composed the podcast's theme tune. David and Boy George discuss songs from the decade, you can find the full playlist here: Spotify Playlist https://cutt.ly/mRlD4Nx
To read the full story, order David's new book The Boy Who Sat By The Window (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz) https://amzn.to/3o9lagz (https://amzn.to/3o9lagz)
Discover David Hodge instagram.com/artbydustyo
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