Preserving gay leather history by hearing first hand, from individuals in the leather community who talk about their experiences recalling the past to present day. The goal of this podcast is to serve as a bridge between older and newer generations by creating platforms for people to share their experiences with leather culture across diverse media.
Dionne ‘Choc-Trei' Henderson is Ms. SELF 2018 & 2019 and a Director for the LA&M. They are Xatriarch of TREI Leather Family: Thirteen BIPOC Dominants, Versatiles, Submissives & Slaves. S/he is a Queer, Poly, Gender-fluid, Bisexual, Switch with collared property of ten (10) & five (5) years. Dionne recently founded PARAGON Cooperative & Leather/Levi Club, a LGBTQ+ BIPOC led organization. The dual mission: #Live-Work is restoring 30,000 sq ft of historic abandoned school on 10 acres of land for sustainable farming & living. #Play-Slay is demos & dancing at the Atlanta Eagle. Other roles: Producer, Keynote, Presenter & Advocate. LINKS https://iamparagon.org/our-home directors@iamparagon.org
David Sugar shares his experiences coming into leather as well as his title journey to the International Mr. Leather 2023 Competition. Pocket Flag https://wolfstryker.shop/collections/wolfstrykerpro/products/disability-awareness-pocket-flag Accessibility Event Form http://www.disabilityaccessible.com David Sugar https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092440822261
Mr. Russian River 1982, John Ponce shares his story. John speaks on his coming out story, coming into leather, and his journey through the leather title system.
In part 2 we talk about Chris's journey through to earning his title as Mr. CSW 2022, his thoughts and experiences on body positivity, and his new and thriving event known as, "Perverso."
Chris V (Mr. CSW 2023) talks about his journey as a leather man, weho queen, and his years working towards the title of competition for the Mr. CSW leather title in Los Angeles. Get ready... for some more Leather Talk!
Glenda Rider is a 59 year old leatherdyke who has dedicated the past 30+ years to Making Play Happen. She is an activist, an educator, a community organizer, and an event producer with a long history of contributions to the LGBT community, the Leather/BDSM community, and women's communities across the country. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk!
Michael Lara is the owner of the Bullet Bar and the Mr. Bullet Leather title competition in North Hollywood, CA. Michael comes on the show today for our 100th episode to share his experiences and recollect some of his fondest memories in the leather and kink community of the years.
This week we have a bonus episode where Scott and I speak about some of life transcendent moments and how experiences with kink and BDSM can not just be physical, but also psychological, spiritual and magical!
Our next guest describes themeselves as a BONE-ified Butch Queen, and is known for skillfully entering the room purse first. He's involved with organizations such as Payasos and the AIDS Life Cylcle, and holds the titles of Mr. Sister Leather 2020 and Mr. Los Angeles Leather 2022. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk.
Deb has been part of the leather community for 23 years, known she was gay forever and came out with a vengeance 45 years ago. She is an adoring Ma'am, a wee bit bossy, genuinely tries to be nice, and ids as a Dominant. She has taught classes for the Leather Leadership Conference (San Francisco and Los Angeles), The Citadel, Northwest Leather Celebration, The Exiles San Francisco, EvoRev3, and The Big Pink House. She proudly served as Folsom Street Events as the Bootblack Concierge for Dore Alley and Folsom Street for many years with Boy Jean. Deb has an undergraduate degree in theology and a Masters in Theology and Social Work. Professionally, she retired from social work in 1999. She was a college instructor for the University of Minnesota and the Women's Theological Institute teaching Leadership, Development Pedagogy, and Spirituality. She was a favorite presenter for many years at the National Social Worker Association teaching “Thank You For Being A Pain: Getting Along With Difficult People”. In the 1970's Deborah was appointed by the Governor of Minnesota to be the first open lesbian on the MN Department of Corrections Advisory Board. She was awarded a National Community Service Medal for her work in building collaborations and her 30years of work with homeless families, domestic violence, and sexual assault survivors. Deborah was a columnist for Lavender Press (MPLS/ST. Paul) and Of A Like Mind (Madison, WI) and writes op/ed for Leatherati.com. She is Co-Author of Partners in Change: Building Collaborations.
Our next guest has been in the Leather Community for 23. years. She's served numerious leadership roles and has been a part of producing and co-producing events such as the Northern California Leather Sir, Leatherboy and Community Bootblack titles. She's currently the Den Mother for Ms. San Francisco Leather and holds the title of Ms. Alemenda Leather 2009. She proudly served as Folsom Street Events as the Bootblack Concierge for Dore Alley and Folsom Street for many years with Boy Jean. Deb has an undergraduate degree in theology and a Masters in Theology and Social Work. In the 1970's Deborah was appointed by the Governor of Minnesota to be the first open lesbian on the MN Department of Corrections Advisory Board. She was awarded a National Community Service Medal for her work in building collaborations and her 30years of work with homeless families, domestic violence, and sexual assault survivors. Deborah was a columnist for Lavender Press (MPLS/ST. Paul) and Of A Like Mind (Madison, WI) and writes op/ed for Leatherati.com. She is Co-Author of Partners in Change: Building Collaborations.
Today is part 2 of our recording with Scout TheBootblack, whos been in the leather community for 20 years and holds the title of International Mr. Bootblack 2014. In this episdoe we talk more about Scouts journey to becoming a bootblack, and we encounter some sexy stories along the way. Get ready, for some more leather talk.
Our next guest, "Scout TheBootblack," has been in the leather community for 20 years. Scout shares his experiences coming into the queer/kinky community at a young age, being raised by butch Dykes, finding a leather family, and discovering much of himself from the perspective of a community bootblack. Scout holds the title of International Mr. Bootblack 2014, is the founder of PDX Bootblacks, and is a producer of Kinky Queer Weekend. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/
Today we welcome back to the show Serafine, Ms. San Diego Leather 2019.
Our next guest has been active in the Leather community since 2017. Their involvement includes starting the Trans Leather and Kink Collective in San Diego, CA. She identifies as a leather dominant, and currently holds the title of Ms. San Diego Leather 2019.
This week we continue with part 2 of 3, with Tom Trafelet as we discuss more about his coming to leather, and his thoughts on something he likes to call "sex magic." Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ Avatar Club Los Angeles https://www.avatarla.org/home.html
Our next guest has been in the leather community since the 1980's and holds the title of Mr. Sister Leather 2012. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ Avatar Club Los Angeles https://www.avatarla.org/home.html
Join us as we discuss the homo erotic film, "Equation to an Unknown." "This long-lost masterpiece of gay erotic cinema centers on a handsome young stud who rides his motorcycle through a myriad of sexual encounters, from a soccer game's locker room to a dreamy and unsettling orgy where the film reaches its melancholic peak. Newly scanned in 2K from the original camera negative and directed with absolute grace by the mysterious Dietrich de Velsa (aka Francis Savel / Frantz Salieri): this former painter was also the owner and artistic director of one of the first transvestites' cabaret of Paris, La Grande Eugène. Years later, he collaborated with Joseph Losey on Mr. Klein (1976) and Don Giovanni (1979). EQUATION TO AN UNKNOWN is his only film and stands without a doubt as a masterpiece and the best French gay adult film ever made."- Plot description from IMDb.
Sir Frank returns to the show to continue the conversation about leather, kink, and some of life's adventures. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LA Leather Pride https://losangelesleatherpride.com
Originally from New York City, our next guest is a 63 year old cis gay male who identifies as a, “Leather Daddy Bear." He's been in the Leather Community for over 40 years and holds the title of Mr. LA Leather Bear 2015. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/
Cortez has been in the community for five years. He's a member of onyx and identifies with being a pup, furry, and ABDL. Get ready, for some more leather talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ Cortez Facebook CortezMacPack Instagram @wolf_thor93
Aside from being a marriage and family therapist, Jenn has been an active member of the kink community for over 12 years and host events and educational classes in the Los Angeles area. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ Jenn Lostnfound1's profile: https://fetlife.com/users/811117 A link to my other links in one place: https://linktr.ee/LostnfoundEvents BDSM 101 class Series: https://fetlife.com/groups/89185 (and the Lostnfound Munch!) YouTube channel: K is for Kinky with Jenn & Tay! Search - K is for Kinky JT Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kisforkinkyjt
Our next guest has been active in the leather community for 15 years and is one of the founding members of Onyx Mid-Atlantic. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ DOMINION ONYX https://linktr.ee/domonyx https://domonyx.com https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBGKHShow Twitter/Instagram @Domonyx Onyx http://www.onyxmen.com
Mina De Sade Fatale returns to the show for part 2, where we discuss further the balance of kink and vanilla life, sub dom dynamics, and much more. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info
Mina De Sade Fatale has been in the leather scene their entire adult life. Mina shares their experiences with BDSM culture, as well as their journey of balancing kink along with their professional and personal life. Mina holds the title of Ms. West Coast Olympus 2008-2009. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info
Doriam is 28 year old leather man who's been active in the community for the past 6 years. He's a part of leadership with organiozations such as Club X , Fetishmen San Diego, and holds the title of Mr. San Diego Leather 2018. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info Doriam Instagram @boydoriam http://fetishmensandiego.org http://clubxsd.org
Mistress Cyan was introduced to The Lifestyle in 1989, and has since become a well-respected Leader in The Los Angeles BDSM and Leather Communities. She is known for her charity and dedication to The Community and for Her skills with a Singletail. She is always looking to "give back" to the Community she loves in any way she can. Mistress Cyan is the Founder & Organizer of DomCon LA and DomCon Atlanta, both of which are now in their fifth year,, and is the Owner/Operator of Sanctuary in Los Angeles. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info Mistress Cyan http://www.mistresscyan.com Sanctuary LAX Studios https://www.sanctuarylax.com/sessions/new
Fred has been in the leather community since 2015, they are a founding member of the organization known as, "Queer Leather Association Sacramento," or "QLAS," and they hold the title of Mr. Bolt Leather Sacramento 2017. Get Ready, for some more Leather Talk! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info QLAS https://www.queerleatherassociation.com/home Fred https://www.facebook.com/DJD.tektor Instagram @dtctr008
Over the last year or so, Leather Talk has sparked sort of an online community, and over that time I've had the pleasure of getting to know so many incredible people. This week I'd like to feature a friend of mine who I met over Leather Talk. He's a bear, and a pup, and he holds the title of Mr. Bear LA 2020. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info David Bear Instagram @cbpg_otto Facebook: David Bear
Today we hear from Gabriel Green about the community resource program the LALC CAReS. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet Dom Con https://domcon.com/sessions/new LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/
Today we continue our talk with Mufasa Ali, founder and missionary of the Onyx Men of Color leather organization. In our first episode together, we speak thoroughly on Mufasa's origins and upbringing, as well as his spiritual journey and its connection to leather. In part 2, we will be discussing more about Onyx, as on Mufasa's leather and kink life. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info ONYX http://www.onyxmen.com Mufasa Ali Instagram and Twitter: blkliononyx
Mufasa Ali has been in the leather community for 30 years. He'a the founder and missionary of the Onyx Men of Color leather organization. He holds the titles of Onyx Leather Man 1997 and Mr. World leather 2006/2007. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info ONYX http://www.onyxmen.com Mufasa Ali Instagram and Twitter: blkliononyx
REBROADCAST: Miguel Bujanda and Dan Soto (Bam Bam), come on the show today, to talk about the non-profit organization known as Reach LA. This organization caters to LGBTQ+ youth, and offers a creative space for art, entertainment, education, and sexual health. Find out how to get involved today by following the links below. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet Reach LA http://www.reachla.org https://heymistr.com/reach/ miguel@reachla.org dan@reachla.org LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/
Today we are listening back to our live broadcast from the Bullet Bar at our event called “Leather Together.” Back in March, Queen Ana Algos and I hosted this virtual slash, in person event, where we spoke on the topics of Leather History, Kink and BDSM, as well as a discussion with a panel of leather title holders. Today's episode will be a broadcasting of our discussion lead by Queen Ana Algos, where we discuss Kink and BDSM with with Mistress Cyan and Master Joshua. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info Queen Ana Algos https://linktr.ee/QueenAnaAlgos Sanctuary LAX http://sanctuarylax.com Master Joshua https://masterjoshua.com/bio/
Back in March, Queen Ana Algos and I hosted an event live at the Bullet Bar with the intention to speak on specific topics, as well as to raise money for two charitable organizations, REACH LA and the LALC CaRes. Todays episodes is a broadcast of our live event where we speak with Drew Kramer on the topic of leather history. Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ REACH LA https://www.reachla.info Queen Ana Algos https://linktr.ee/QueenAnaAlgos
If you've ever been curious about WS, then this is the episode for you. Today we talk with Mr. Sister Leather 2017 (Pup Teetoe) and Mr. Los Angeles Leather 2018 to answer some of the most common questions asked when concerning yellow hanky play, as well as talk about some of our hottest experiences along the way. LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/
Douglas OKeeffe is a leather man from Chicago who has been in the scene for over 20 years. He hold's the title of “Cell Block Sheldon Chicago Leatherman 2004,“ and is the producer and host of, “Inside Leather History, a Fireside Chat. “ LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Fireside Chats https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPjxC8KIsoDGfm21oGG8CeQ
Today we bring back Erico Crow, Mr. Long Beach Leather 2019, to share in depth about his experiences with hook suspension. I will put a disclaimer out there, that the following content may be difficult to hear for some listeners, especially if you are sensitives towards discussion about blood, needles, or pain. I hope for those who do stick around, however, may have a positive and or educational experience, maybe even seeing the purple fetish from a new and unique lens. LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Eric Crow https://www.facebook.com/mrlbleather/ New Horizons For Fifty: Blog: newhorizonsforfifty.blogspot.com Facebook: facebook.com/NewHorizonsForFifty Book: Running the Gauntlet, by Jim Ward https://www.runningthegauntlet-book.com
Queen Ana Algos, Ms. Sanctuary Leather 2020, returns to the show to talk about the very taboo fetish known as fisting. Whether you're completely new to anal play, or a well seasoned bottom who's always been curious about fisting, this is the episode for you! Queen Ana and Brandon Bullet talk about their kinky experiences, as well as important details to consider when diving in fist first! Get ready... for some more LEATHER TALK! Links LEATHER TALK https://linktr.ee/Leather_talk_mr.bullet LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Sanctuary Studios LAX https://sanctuarylax.com Queen Ana Algos Website: https://www.queenanaalgos.com/ Instagram: queenanaalgos Facebook https://www.facebook.com/QueenAna.Algos Link tree https://linktr.ee/QueenAnaAlgos
Today we bring back Navy Cub to the show, to talk about the very taboo fetish known as sounding. Links LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Sanctuary Studios LAX https://sanctuarylax.com Navy Cub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/navycub.piggycub.3 Instagram: Francisco.Perales1982 Twitter @Franciscoperale Rough Trade Gear in Silver Lake, CA Mr. S Leather in San Francisco, CA
Today is part 2 of our episode with Daddy Sage. In part 1 we speak more thoroughly about Daddy Sages origins, as well as his professional work with HIV and AIDS relief. In part 2, we will discuss more about leather and and kink. LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla Reach LA https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Cq07ZBsS6dRpYRfckO0XS?si=V6fMXhOJSBelU4CCnc6WMw http://www.reachla.org LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZOfKJrBjWDTVjuUkrqv8j?si=FV2RcWNJRtKi-dWuAU_t-A https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Onyx http://onyxmen.com Daddy Sage Facebook: Sage Onyx Photography by LMB Productions (Master Joshua)
Our next guest is a New York native, who has been active in the Leather Community for the past 20 years. Daddy Sage recollects his experiences from the early ages of GRID through the AIDS crisis and his involvement with organizations and professional work with HIV/AIDS relief. LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla Reach LA https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Cq07ZBsS6dRpYRfckO0XS?si=V6fMXhOJSBelU4CCnc6WMw http://www.reachla.org LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZOfKJrBjWDTVjuUkrqv8j?si=FV2RcWNJRtKi-dWuAU_t-A https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/ Onyx http://onyxmen.com Daddy Sage Facebook: Sage Onyx Photography by LMB Productions (Master Joshua)
Daniel Bind is a 22 year old leather man from Colorado, and has a fetish sub/dom dynamics, and bondage. In this episode we also speak on the topic of neurodiversity, and how that plays into Daniels experience as a leather man and kinkster. Get ready, for some more Leather Talk!
Today we continue our conversation with Drew Kramer, who has been in the Leather Community since the late 80’s and holds the title of Mr. Palm Springs Leather 2011. In this episode there are some amazing moments where he speaks about his experiences with an organization known as ACT UP. One of the first of its kind, solely committed to the direct action, aimed towards ending the AIDS crisis. LEATHER TOGETHER (May 30th) leathertogether.eventbrite.com LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla Reach LA http://www.reachla.org LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/
Today we continue our conversation with Drew Kramer, who has been in the Leather Community since the late 80’s and holds the title of Mr. Palm Springs Leather 2011. In this episode there are some amazing moments where he speaks about his experiences with an organization known as ACT UP. One of the first of its kind, solely committed to the direct action, aimed towards ending the AIDS crisis. LEATHER TOGETHER leathertogether.eventbrite.com LEATHER TALK https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31032403&fan_landing=true https://www.instagram.com/leather_talk_mr.bullet/ Twitter: @brandonbulletla Reach LA http://www.reachla.org LALC CAReS - Community Assistance Resource Service https://www.facebook.com/LALCCAReS/ LALC & Bullet Bar Pantry https://www.facebook.com/LALCBulletBarPantry/
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