We experience the very first Invasion of the Pines in 1976 as told by its leader, “Panzi,” and how the annual July 4th event evolved over the years. We go deeper on the history and evolution of Drag in Cherry Grove and New York City via Lady Bunny’s Wigstock and Drag Race. Follow @jessxnyc on IG for everything Finding Fire Island!______This episode features: Lady Bunny, “Panzi,” Bob “Rose” Levine, Ben Rimalower, Boudoir LeFleur, Pixie Aventura, Diane Romano, Julia Sanderson and Paul RudnickMore: findingfireisland.com______Executive producer & Host: Jess RothschildEditing & Sound design: Caitlin WhyteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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