Cyndi Lauper: podcast appearances and interviews

Cyndi Lauper, born Cynthia Ann Stephanie Lauper on June 22, 1953, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress recognized for her distinctive image, which includes eccentric clothing and a range of hair colors. She is renowned for her powerful four-octave vocal range and has been described as the Queen of Quirky Pop. Lauper's debut album, She's So Unusual, released in 1983, achieved significant success by producing four top-five hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning her the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1985. The music video for her hit song Girls Just Want to Have Fun won the Best Female Video award at the inaugural MTV Video Music Awards and is considered one of the greatest videos of the era. Her subsequent albums, including True Colors, continued her chart success with additional top-five hits. Throughout her career, Lauper has released twelve studio albums and engaged in various projects. Her 2010 blues album, Memphis Blues, became Billboard's most successful blues record of that year, remaining at number one on the Billboard Blues Albums chart for 13 weeks. Beyond her music, Lauper has received numerous accolades including two Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award for her work on the Broadway musical Kinky Boots, making her the first woman to win the category solo. She has been inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Recognized for her humanitarian efforts, especially her advocacy for LGBTQ rights, Lauper continues to influence the music and entertainment industries.