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@TheTravelinBum was created 2 years ago as an outlet for members of the LGBT community to share their stories (and show their bum). Behind The Bum is a podcast to get to know the people behind the popular Instagram. Hosted by the bum himself Jeff Perla, he explores deep into the bottoms of gay cultu…

Jeff Perla


    • May 19, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 151 EPISODES

    4.1 from 162 ratings Listeners of Behind The Bum that love the show mention: yesss, jeff, wait to hear, instagram, support, start, host, love, thanks, great, listening, time, like.


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    The Behind The Bum podcast is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts. From the moment I started listening, I was hooked by its genuine and authentic nature. The host, Jeffrey, is quick-witted, funny, and incredibly kind, making him a joy to listen to. His ability to ask great questions truly allows his guests to shine and share their stories in a relatable manner. It's like having a conversation with your friends - funny and endearing. The podcast focuses on LGBTQ culture and tackles daring topics that some may be too afraid to ask their queer friends about. It's refreshing and enlightening to hear these conversations in such a real and hilarious way. Whether you're starting your Monday or going on a road trip, this podcast will keep you engaged for hours on end.

    One of the best aspects of The Behind The Bum podcast is its LGBTQ-centric content. Jeffrey tailors each episode to LGBTQ culture, providing insight and understanding for listeners who may not be familiar with certain aspects of queer life. This inclusivity is what makes the podcast so relatable and valuable for its audience.

    Another highlight of this podcast is Jeffrey's wit and humor as a host. He effortlessly keeps the show entertaining while also creating a comfortable environment for his guests to share their stories. It feels like you're having a lively conversation with friends rather than just listening to a scripted interview.

    While it's hard to find any significant flaws in this podcast, one aspect that may not resonate with everyone is its focus on LGBTQ culture. While this makes it unique and appealing to its target audience, those who are not part of that community may not find it as relatable or engaging.

    In conclusion, The Behind The Bum podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone who appreciates humor, authenticity, and LGBTQ culture. Jeffrey's charismatic hosting style creates an enjoyable atmosphere where guests can open up about their experiences. It's insightful, funny, and a refreshing perspective on life. Whether you're a long-time follower of Jeffrey or new to his content, this podcast is guaranteed to leave you wanting more. So grab your headphones and prepare to embark on a journey through the multiverse with The Behind The Bum podcast.



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    Latest episodes from Behind The Bum

    ARFID Andrew & ARFID Jeff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 43:14


    Jeff Perla is joined by social media friend ARFID Andrew. The boys talk about their eating struggles and how it has affected their lives.

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    Human evolution with Eric Turner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 43:35


    Jeff Perla and Eric Turner go through the various chapters of their life and how much they have changed and grown. Do you believe you've changed every 4 years?

    Extended Priest Interview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 19:33


    You wanted the full interview with Priest Zack Nyein so here it is. If you are interested in visiting him he is the priest at St Barts Church in NYC! @Zackattacknyc

    Life updates with Jeff & Chris

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 38:28


    Jeff Perla is joined by good friend Chris Pitsicalis to catch up and fill you in on some life updates

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    No time with Bruno Alcantara

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 22:34


    Jeff Perla and Bruno Alcantara from the pit crew of Rupauls Drag Race wanted to give you a little something.

    Cons to being “well endowed”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 41:25


    Jeff Perla invites on 2 above average men; Micah & Demetri to talk about the flaws of being well endowed. Everyone claims to want a big you know what, but what happens when you're fetishized or it's too much to take everyday?

    The Algorithm Behind Dating Apps

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 44:16


    Jeff Perla is joined by Rodrigo Reyes, Director or marketing for a popular gay dating app. Are our prospects filtered out by our looks? Can they see our private albums on the back end? I was fascinated

    For My Trans Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 39:57


    Jeff Perla is joined by long time friend, Corey Rae, trans activist sharing her experience transitioning. From education, therapy, hormone blockers, we run through it all. Hopefully this helps answer some of your questions. If you are seeking further information please reach out to @imcoreyrae

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    Wtf are we doing with Jeff & Elliott

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 40:28


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris overshare in this weeks episode with a lot of laughs. Hear about the real story behind Antarctica, Mardi Gras, and Elliott's personal life.

    Northerners vs Southerners

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 47:20


    Jeff Perla is joined by drag race favorite Plasma where they banter between their northern and southern upbringings

    Are Gay People Forced To Think The Same? With Lukas Thimm

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 40:13


    Join Jeff Perla & Lukas Thimm go back and forth on hot topics. Should all gay people think the same?

    Gaymers, Anime, & Skye Walker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 46:20


    Jeff Perla is joined by Skye Walker, local NYC gaymer. The boys attempt to talk games in the queer community and derail..

    My Gay Valentine with Spencer Hoddeson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 53:31


    Join Jeff and Spencer on this Valentines Day episode!

    How Do Gays Afford To Travel?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 39:47


    Sion Walton Guest joins Jeff Perla to share their experience traveling the globe one social post at a time. After an 8 year online friendship, and one casual meetup in Mykonos, the boys catch up in NYC for this juicy episode!

    Can you be Gay and Religious? With Zak Zakar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 34:05


    Jeff Perla is joined by Zak Zakar @zakartwins to share what it's like growing up in a religious household. Can you be gay and religious?

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    Gay Guys Need Therapy with Joe Nucci

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 49:16


    Jeff Perla is joined by Psychotherapist Joe Nucci. Is it just in our DNA to have a type? Does our type have to do with our first time or does your type from trauma!

    Drag him with Yuhua Hamasaki

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 39:50


    Jeff Perla is joined by Yuhua Hamasaki from Rupaul's Drag Race. From straight fetishes to hookup culture amongst the queens this episode gives it all.

    Celebrate or Cancel with Tony Morrison

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 43:12


    Jeff Perla is joined by Tony Morrison, the senior communications director at GLAAD. What people and brands should we be supporting and who needs to be dumped.

    2025 manifestation with Alex & Max

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 49:49


    Jeff Perla is joined by his 2 besties Alex Van Gurp and Max Rut as they look back at the highs and lows of 2024 and what's to come in 2025. Between Alex's attitude and Max's silliness, here is your dose of comedic relief! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    Is this a midlife crisis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 45:30


    Jeff Perla is joined by Ryan Fuller to share some important news. Ryan shares what his diagnosis means and the boys bond over a midlife crisis! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    Who is hosting? Jeff or Lamar?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 45:20


    Jeff is joined by Lamar Dawson host of Sirius XM Tik Tok Radio sharing their favorite and least favorite guests. 2 hosts in a room they might… --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Escort Confessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 39:00


    Join Jeff Perla on a journey as he interviews a high end escort about the industry --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Wrap it up with Jeff & Elliott

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 30:38


    Jeff Perla & Elliott Norris share what's next for them in the coming weeks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Whose banana is bigger? With Eric Turner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 44:13


    Jeff Perla is joined by Eric Turner straight off the Runyon trail. The boys showed one another their underwear and ended this episode deep throating banana's . The boys are hot but this episode shared a lot of depth. Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Noah Davis wants to get stuffed

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 43:04


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Noah Davis for a gay journey. The boys share their goals and how being sexual on the internet has made them successful. Should Jeff, Elliott, and Noah drop a Christmas song? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Whose Bigger Celebrity Edition with Demetre Durham

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 46:07


    Jeff Perla is joined by Demetre Durham kicking off this episode ranking celebrities packages from online forums. A game of F*ck, Marry, Kill food edition and some personal information dropped in this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Splitting Bills, Getting Jumped, Katy Perry, & Real Estate

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 46:43


    Welll there's a lot to unbox in this episode as Jeff Perla is joined by Daniel Milstein to discuss dating in your 30's, celebrity real estate, and why you shouldn't wear designer items out. Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Can We Stop The Dangling Earring Trend? With Todd Masterson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 46:19


    Jeff Perla is joined by Todd Masterson everyone's gay fat friend to talk shit about you. What's a gay fashion trend we're sick of? From steroids to ozempic what's the end game here? Enjoy the laughs on this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Wanna collab? With Taylor Stilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 42:16


    While Elliott is away Jeff Perla is joined by Taylor Stilson sharing his thoughts on hooking up with straight friends. Does an enlarged prostate make it more pleasurable? Take a shot every time Taylor asks Jeff to collab. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    I F*cked A Murderer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 43:29


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Elliott's bestie Sasha. Who f*cked a murderer? What dirty talk in bed can the boys just not get behind? All this and more on this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    Men Are Trash

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 38:33


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris sit down with comedy queen Taylor Jackson. Are straight men more trash than gay men? When do men actually gain emotional intelligence? Enjoy the laughs on this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Are you over or under 7IN?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 54:55


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Nick Norcia. The boys play an array of games including over/ under where they make some confessions. What does clean cut actually mean? Can you be friends with someone who has different political views than you? Listen in on this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    From Camila Cabello's Ratty Weave to Ice Spice Farts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 38:48


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris catch up after their few weeks apart. From farting on the air to Camila Cabellos ratty blonde hair this episode will have you laughing from start to finish. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Blue Balled At The Sauna

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 35:18


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris decide to record this episode at 7AM after being blue balled in a gay sauna. The boys are wasted and this is why we make them film with a producer ... Tune into this VERY unfiltered episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    Don't Fall In Love On Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 34:09


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by their travel bestie Alex Van Gurp! The boys discuss their week in Portugal, Jeff's crash and burn Euro relationship... Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Gay trauma from Psychotherapist Joe Nucci

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 57:42


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by psychotherapist Joe Nucci! What are gay men commonly diagnosed with? Is being in an open relationship associated with trauma? Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Gym class hero's with Andrew Muscarella

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 53:35


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Andrew Muscarella, a "Good Child" turned gay fitness instructor. What was it like growing up for these 3 closet cases? Elliott and Andrew bond over their weight loss. Does being bigger as a kid make you nicer as an adult? Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    A Hot "New Gay" Has Entered The Villa with Luke Matthews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 54:26


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Luke Matthews, a "new" gay in the community. What does coming out look like for Gen z-ers, FMK Gaymer edition, Will Jeff and Luke date? Maybe Elliott and Luke have a better connection? Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    3 Twinks & A Red Head with Grant Gibbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 53:26


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Grant Gibbs, sharing hot takes from Disney Gays, Ireland, Chain Restaurants, and a game of F*uck, Marry, K*ll that didn't age well. Get ready for a laugh on this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Gays Don't Want To F*CK a Personality with John Duff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 44:41


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by John Duff, to talk all things music, blackmail, and "success". These boys had some hot takes on Upstate New York as well as what the gays in our community are really looking for. Tune into this episode of Lost Nuggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    The Gays Of Traitors Season 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 45:30


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Courtney Revolution, reality TV guru to reminisce on iconic shows from the past and bash the ones they were on. Jeff & Courtney may have overshared, but lets see how this goes! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Psychic Readings with Roy Tomko

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 58:45


    Jeff Perla and Elliott Norris are joined by Roy Tomko, psychic medium in hopes of getting a look into their future. Roy shares what is in store for Jeff & Elliott this next year. Elliott is joined by a spirit looking for closure.. Listen to this episode to hear this in real time! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Cheesecake Factory Underwear with Austin Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 39:36


    Jeff Perla & Elliott Norris are joined by Austin Show. Why don't you wear your good underwear to the Cheesecake Factory? Who chills naked together? Between Austin, Jeff, & Elliott what is the obsession with twinks? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Who joined the mile high club?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 47:47


    Jeff Perla & Elliott Norris are joined by Chris Pitsicalis. Who offended Jojo Siwa's bestie? Is it normal to ask someone if they are autistic on a date? Sounds Iike Jeff & Elliott have had a week..lets unpack this... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

    Who is the bigger h0e Jeff or Elliott?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 43:33


    Jeff Perla & Elliott Norris launch their new venture "Lost Nuggs" sharing their ins and outs navigating life behind the scenes. Catch up on their dating life. Is Elliott on Ozempic? Who has the higher body count between Jeff & Elliott? Well lets find out... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lostnuggs/support

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    Casting All Homos with Mike Rose

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 52:17


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined by casting agent Mike Rose (@MikeRoseLA) giving you the tips and tricks to make it on TV. How do you audition? What are casting directors looking for? If someone in a position of power makes a move on you for a gig what do you do?! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gaysinthewild/support

    Why Ban Drag Shows? with Britney Banks & Justine Van De Blair

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 38:40


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined by drag artists Britney Banks (@thebritneybanks) & Justine Van De Blair (@justinequeenqueen) to share everything that is going on with the new legislation that just passed in Tennessee. Jeff explains what you can expect in this new "Gays in the Wild" journey! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gaysinthewild/support

    The End with Nancy Rodriguez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 50:29


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined by Netflix's Love Is Blind star Nancy Rodriguez (@thenancyrodriguez) to share their most recent relationship highs, lows, and what ultimately led to their breakups. Nancy shares why her and Bartise were never meant to be (5:02) Jeff asks Nancy the most inappropriate question (22:20) Jeff dives in the why him and Alex ended (25:30)! Grab a glass of wine and keep up with us on this episode of Behind The Bum! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/behindthebum/support

    Is 30 Really The Gay Death?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 46:04


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined by life coach Alex Alberti (@albertidevelopment) to talk about the joys and sorrows of turning 30? Why is turning 30 known as gay death? Learn how to age like a bad b*tch! Grab a glass of wine and keep up with us on this episode of Behind The Bum! You can follow Alex Here --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/behindthebum/support

    Forcing Relationships with Connor Shennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 43:02


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined his streaming bestie Connor Shennan (@ShennanConnor) to laugh about their experiences on a dating show. Do you think you can force a relationship? Have you ever felt fucked up that you knew someone liked you and they were a good fit for you but you just couldn't get there? Grab a glass of wine and keep up with us on this episode of Behind The Bum! You can follow Connor Here --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/behindthebum/support

    Nascar, Homos & Fissures with Devon Rouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 34:29


    Jeff Perla (@Jeffperlaa) is joined by Devon Rouse (@Devon__Rouse) to share what it's like being the first Nascar driver to come out in 20 years!. Devon opens up about what his coming out journey has been like & how the Nascar community has responded. Did coming out effect his career? How many closet cases are in the Nascar community? Who just got an anal fissure?... Oh just kidding... Grab a glass of wine and keep up with us on this episode of Behind The Bum! You can follow Devon Here --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/behindthebum/support

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