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Inside OnlyFans
242 - Insane Grindr Hookups w/ Derek Kage

Inside OnlyFans

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 62:59


On this episode of Inside OnlyFans CJ chats with top "straight for pay" pornstar Derek Kage. They chat about festival foursomes, Grindr hookups, growing up gay in the south, and much more! Full video episodes available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OnlyFans ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW US! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@insideonlyfans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cjsparxx⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kaylalaurenoffical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wholesome_derek Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@insidefans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Inside OnlyFans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@insideofpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Inside OnlyFans ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topic Lords
352. The Dim Sum Moose

Topic Lords

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 63:50


Lords: Alex Shannon Topics: What's a ghost? And other questions you can't explain to a 3 year old. Trophic memory, deer, and a truly unique scientific object- Copied from thoughtforms.life https://thoughtforms.life/trophic-memory-deer-and-a-truly-unique-scientific-object/ Summer Homework Otzi Awake, by Max Lavergne https://www.tumblr.com/dat-soldier/787624576603619328/beingharsh Microtopics: Game Changer and other Drop 7 shows. What real Topic Heads know. California Extreme, the pinball and arcade machine expo. Getting in on the ground floor to become the only place where topics are discussed. Dropping soup cans into a jacuzzi to record the Frog Fractions splash noises. Dropping the Frog Fractions lore. Releasing art and watching people get it in the way you wanted them to get it. Seeing the Human from Frog Fractions in real life and wondering "where do I know this human from?" A pin-up calendar where you draw your own pin-up each month. Conveying the concept of a ghost to a three year old. Whether it's okay to tell the truth to a small child Realizing that the three-year old only knows about fantasy skeletons and explaining that actually, skeletons are inside of us. A two-minute soliloquy about where mama owls come from. Doing your best not to adopt a child's adorable mispronunciation of restaurant. Hearing Dust in the Wind in a car commercial and being like "That's my dad's guitar song! That's the song my dad plays on guitar!" Accepting that you are responsible for shaping this child into a good, healthy adult human, but also, wouldn't it be funny if... Training your child to ask for "hot guys on Instagram" when she wants to look at pictures of unicorns and waterslides. Finding and ankylosaurus in the bedsheets. The age at which children develop a sense of fear. An entire song about not being afraid of ghosts and also how to bust them. One of the major delights of being around a child. Big bones sticking out of your head for a few months until they fall off. A New Fork in the Antlers. Whether it's advantageous to have more complicated antlers. Growing antlers in the lab. Owning a bunch of deer and collecting and labeling all their antlers. Telling the bone cancer what to do. Watching a moose shake its head and the antlers just pop right off. A moose dropping antlers to distract a predator. Trying to get on a plane with your new antler growth. Eating enough calcium to do all the antler growing you need to do. Scoring deer by counting the antler points. Moose lifespan. Seasonal Antler Disorder. The Dim Sum moose with one dumpling on every point of its antlers. Your 2nd grade teacher calling you up to assign you math homework to do on your honeymoon. Homework: what is it for? Homework as anti-union training. Striving to care less about your job. An after-school program that helps kids finish their homework by having an adult just do all the homework, like the parents would if they had the time. The cat on Jim's head. Finally hearing about a behavioral problem from your kid's teacher, that he likes reading too much. Doing the social norms because you are in a group who is all doing the social norms. Otzi the Preserved Carcass. A pretty dang old guy. An ice-age man with almost as many tattoos as a modern teenager. Gen X Cuspers. The earliest known human with Lyme disease. Wanting to make a gutstring bow but there are no guts around. What being any celebrity is like. What percentage of humans are related to Otzi the Ice Man. Being chased through the alps by people who want to kill you with arrows and the next thing you know scientists are rummaging through your stomach contents. An ancient form of Grindr. How old does a corpse need to be before you can buy and sell it? How lost does a corpse need to be before you can find it? Which natural laxatives the ice man used.

Academy of Ideas
Online dating: the end of romance?

Academy of Ideas

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 47:20


Recorded at the Battle of Ideas festival 2025 on Sunday 19 October at Church House, Westminster. ORIGINAL INTRODUCTION Tinder, Grindr, Bumble, Hinge, Feeld – whatever your dating preference, there's an app for it. Gone are the days of hitting the town in the hopes of catching someone's eye in a busy bar. People moan about their problems, and some want to leave digital dating behind, but for today's generation, the first spark often happens over a keypad. Should we be worried about the prevalence of online dating? For some, the game-like approach to virtual romance, with love thwarted or given a chance with a swipe of the thumb, is degrading. Novara Media's Aaron Bastani recently called for a ban on dating apps, as they ‘encourage the worst possible behaviour towards other people'. Others argue that the addictive nature of online dating, where multiple partners can be found at the touch of a button, has fed the addictive and attention-deficit qualities of an already fidgety generation. When love is always just a click away, why would anyone stick with just one partner? On the other hand, without online dating many argue that finding love would be near impossible. Pub closures, lockdown-hangover regulation on social spaces and less intergenerational mixing means it can be hard out there to meet someone the old-fashioned way. Many argue that panics about online dating foget that the app is just a tool to facilitate what people continue to do – meet up in person and carry on as normal. Building a profile online is no different to a lonely-hearts advert in the paper, or wearing your best dress and standing by the bar. Is love only worthwhile if it's found in the flesh? Is the boom in hook-up apps merely the straight world catching up with what gays have been enjoying for some time? Should we loosen up about online dating? Or is there something lost when it comes to romance if the story we tell our kids of how we first met starts with a ‘swipe right'? SPEAKERS Elliot Bewick host, The Next Generation; former producer, TRIGGERnometry Ella Dorn journalist, New Statesman; creator, Fairyland! Substack; project assistant, Academy of Ideas Ralph Leonard author, Unshackling Intimacy: Letters on Liberty; contributor, UnHerd, Quillette, New Statesman and Sublation Magazine CHAIR Beverley Marshall AoI Parents Forum; working mum of three young adults

GAY OVER – Mein (Dating)Tagebuch aus Berlin
S13#15 GRINDR-Date: Man(n) muss es nicht durchziehen! | GAY OVER

GAY OVER – Mein (Dating)Tagebuch aus Berlin

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 55:39


Liebe Freunde, heute sind wir tatsächlich schon wieder angekommen bei der letzten Episode der aktuellen Staffel. Danke an alle, die neu dabei sind!!! Heute geht es zum Abschluss noch mal ordentlich zur Sache, aber es wird auch deep, wenn ich über meinen Traum von meiner verstorbenen Mutter erzähle. Jetzt aber viel Freude und neue Erkenntnisse beim Lauschen & Gucken, Grey◾ ANUUX mit 13% Ermäßigung shoppenhttps://anuux.de/Rabattcode: gayover13◾ PAYPAL.ME/GAYOVERpodcastUnterstütze meinen PODCAST mit einer Spende, wenn DU magst ♡◾ FOLLOW MEhttps://www.instagram.com/gay.over.podcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@gayover_podcast◾ WEBSITE: https://www.gay-over.de#Podcast #Tagebuch #gayoverpodcast

Predators I've Caught With Chris Hansen

Iron Mountain, Michigan. The Upper Peninsula. Postcard country: pine trees, quiet streets, the kind of place where nothing bad is supposed to happen. But in three days, seven men came knocking at one unassuming sting house. This is the story of one of them.  Kelsey Burbank is 29. He coordinates online orders at the local Walmart. By day, he's just another face in a small town. By night, he's "Two Googly Eyes" on Grindr, and he's been messaging someone he believes is a 15-year-old boy. He knows the age. He says he wishes he didn't. He keeps typing anyway. On the other end of his explicit two-hour chat? An undersheriff. What follows is a raw confrontation with Chris: the excuses, the deflection, the claim he was "just looking for friends." From first message to handcuffs to an 18-month sentence, this is the predatornext door - exposed. Sponsored by: Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/chrishansen  and use promo code HANSEN to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty   OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code HANSEN at https://www.oneskin.co/HANSEN #oneskinpod   TruthFinder.com. To get the answers you're looking for about the new people in your life, and to discover information on potential predators, go to www.TruthFinder.com/predators Have A Seat merchandise at https://haveaseat.dashery.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breakfast With Tiffany Show
EP 311: We Found Love In A Hopeless Place - A Trans Love Story (PART 1)

Breakfast With Tiffany Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 36:16


Send us Fan MailSupport the showBreakfast With Tiffany Show Official Facebook Page ~ https://www.facebook.com/breakfastwithtiffanyshow   Tiffany's Instagram Account ~ https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyrossdaleofficial/   Breakfast With Tiffany Show Youtube Channel ~  https://bit.ly/3vIVzhE  Breakfast With Tiffany Show Official Page ~ https://www.tiffanyrossdale.com/podcast For questions, requests, collaborations and comments, feel free to reach us via our e-mail ~ breakfastwithtiffanyshow@outlook.com SUBSCRIBE and SUPPORT us here ~ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1187534/supporters/new

Buchingers Tagebuch
Sixpack ohne Hustle: Wie ich entspannt fit wurde

Buchingers Tagebuch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 22:07


Darf man Anti-Selbstoptimierung predigen und trotzdem einen Sixpack haben? Spoiler: Ich finde schon. Denn für mich bedeutet Entschleunigung nicht, dass man automatisch keinen Sport macht und den eigenen Körper wie ein vergessenes Sofakissen behandelt. Es bedeutet eher, sich gut zu überlegen, wofür man seine Energie hergibt.Außerdem geht es um die neue „Natürlich blond“-Prequel-Serie „Elle“ und Madonnas neues Album, das sich offenbar so sehr an schwule Männer richtet, dass sie einem inzwischen sogar auf Grindr entgegenbrüllt.

The Book of Murdoc
Red, White and Wu

The Book of Murdoc

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 49:53


Intro song, Trash can theft, GOP convention, Grindr, Campaign ads, Giraffe market, Exotic animals, Soccer, Celebrity deaths, Clive Davis, Mr. Woo's, AI jingles, Trump visit, MacroFactor, Weight loss, Puddles the Clown, Weird Al, Kevin Costner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Verge
#132 Maxime : « Dans ma vie je n'ai jamais été trop choisi. »

On The Verge

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 83:40


Pour ce dernier rendez-vous de cette formidable huitième saison, je vous emmène à la rencontre de Maxime, 37 ans, plus connu sous le nom de Maxime Andolini XXL. De son enfance marquée par les tabous et les moqueries à ses années d'exploration sur Grindr, jusqu'à son parcours dans l'industrie du contenu pour adultes, Maxime retrace le chemin qui l'a conduit à mieux comprendre son corps, son désir et sa place dans le monde. Longtemps persuadé qu'une histoire d'amour entre deux hommes n'était pas faite pour lui, la rencontre avec Guillaume viendra pourtant bouleverser toutes ses certitudes.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons aussi de son activité de créateur de contenu, de la reconnaissance que représente son Grabbys Award reçu en 2026, du regard de ses parents sur son métier, mais aussi d'un sujet plus grave : la perte de son cousin liée au chemsex, qui nourrit aujourd'hui son engagement pour la prévention.Une conversation sensible sur l'image de soi, l'amour, le regard des autres et la liberté d'être pleinement soi.Je vous souhaite une très belle écoute et remercie chaleureusement Raphaël Greget d'avoir rendu cette rencontre possible.** INFOS **

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
DJ Fat Tony Returns: Sex Addiction, Trauma Therapy, Recovery Addiction & Cunts

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 85:38


JOIN PATREON: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast This week on The Wednesday Dose of Dopey! We talk the spiritual axiom, stress, anger, and trying to stay connected when recovery feels stale. He reads an intense email from Justin about quitting 7-OH, including brutal withdrawals, relapse cycles, and the strange misery of coming off something marketed as harmless. Then DJ Fat Tony returns to Dopey to talk about his new book, Recover Me, and the deeper recovery work he found after nearly 20 years sober. Tony opens up about trauma therapy, childhood sexual abuse, sex addiction, toxic relationships, Grindr, shame, ego, meetings becoming “The Tony Show,” and how he had to step back from meetings to actually work the program again. Dave and Tony dig into sex addiction, apps, cruising, recovery addiction, resentment, prayer, honesty, father wounds, and why real recovery has to keep evolving. They also celebrate Tony's global campaign to reclaim the word cunt, because of course they do. All that and much more on this Wednesday Episode of Dopey!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Bed With Nikky
Campus Cock Tutors, Hotel Room Service & Daddy's Naughty Girl Confessions

In Bed With Nikky

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 70:51 Transcription Available


Welcome back, my deliciously dirty listeners, to another steamy episode of Nikky After Dark. I'm your host Nikky, diving deep into your wildest confessions and turning them into the immersive, pussy-throbbing stories you crave. Tonight we've got risk, nostalgia, and raw urgency that'll leave you aching. imagine walking into a quiet study room as a college tutor and suddenly dropping to your knees for a huge basketball player's cock, only to discover this is the real job description. Multiple thick cocks a week, all while getting paid… how wet does that make you?Or picture yourself working the quiet hotel front desk, sneaking up to a guest's room after filthy Grindr messages, dropping to your knees with his cock already out, sucking him while porn plays and he calls you a good boy… the risk of getting caught only making you wetter.And what if your boyfriend's incredibly flirty dad started spanking your barely-covered ass every chance he got… until one weekend alone you're on your knees worshipping Daddy's cock and getting fucked senseless in your boyfriend's own bed? Stay tuned, babies… it's going to get deliciously filthy.Join us over on Discord: https://discord.gg/uqqxsCSDfwSupport the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nikky-after-dark-erotic-audio/id1629349916Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nikky-after-dark-erotic-audio--7137044/supportFeatured Release: Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You is out now! Dive deeper into the raw, unfiltered stories you love.Contact:Email: Nikky@dearnikky.com (or dear.nikky.confessions@gmail.com)Website: DearNikky.com/confessionsSocials: Twitter/X (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)Content Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content, including graphic descriptions of ass play, butt plug sex, bisexual encounters, threesomes, public/exhibitionist sex, and consensual adult fun. Stories depict enthusiastic consent. Listener discretion advised; 18+ only. Submissions involving bestiality, incest, underage role-play, rape, non-consensual content, or racial slurs are not aired.Get Involved:Submit Your Story: Got a secret fantasy or steamy confession? Write to Nikky at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions. By submitting, you certify you're 18+, the sole creator, and that the content meets our guidelines.Say Hello: Have a burning fantasy or just want to chat? Reach out on socials or email — Nikky loves hearing your naughtiest thoughts!Support the Show: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker or your favorite platform. Your support helps new listeners discover the heat!

90 Day Fiance Trash Talk
Ep 378. Acting & Grindr

90 Day Fiance Trash Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 38:34


90 Day Fiance Season 12 Episode 7 For more THE OTHER WAY join Patreon! Patreon.com/TrashTalkPodcast Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/TrashTalkPodcasts Tiktok: @trashtalkpodcasts Instagram and Twitter @90daypodcast Traceycarnazzo.com Tracey Carnazzo @trixietuzzini Noelle Winters Herzog @noeygirl_ Bonus content at Patreon.com/TrashTalkPodcast forhers.com/fiance

Thot Topics
Palantir Jerkers! (Unlocked)

Thot Topics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 75:37


Previously only for patrons! One of my favorite eps of ours in a while... PLEASE enjoy and PLEASE subscribe on Patreon you dumb-dumb!! Join now for a bonus episode every week, and a paywalled ep every other week! PATREON.COM/THOTTOPICS Sniff you love someone... let them go... Welcome BACK to the Thot Topics Sex Positivity Labs, where it's NOT illegal to be supa gay and whorney! Grab a beaker and assume the position: this is going to be a highly experimental treatment... In another classic episode dedicated to the art & science of homosexuality, we uncover the secrets to ENJOYING BEING AROUND OTHER GAY PEOPLE when you thought all hope was lost. Is there lowkey an importance to identifying with a "tribe" of gays? Is it, in fact, pleasant to be around gay people? When? Where? And most importantly: would anyone like some stew? But then: the REAL business at hand. We discuss the $100M buy-in to SNIFFIES by THE MATCH GROUP. This is a complex issue, so we provide a complete anal history of what happened to Grindr, what happened to gay guys in their childhoods, and so much more. It's a masterclass in knowing better than other people. Then, we sort of review ZENZEALIA, but mostly mourn the loss of female rap. What the hell happened? We issue our final word. Follow the girls on Twitter @VLRTUALBOY and @YOURE2BASIC, and the official pod Insta @th0tstarsxo. Meet us in the bathroom on Patreon!!

That's What I Call Marketing
The Cannes Sessions - Daily Round Up 22/06/2026

That's What I Call Marketing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 22:03


Cannes Lions 2026 Day 1: Young Lions Kickoff, AI Takes Over the Croisette & Early WinnersOn day one of Cannes Lions 2026, host Conor Byrne covers the Young Lions competition as teams prepare for a 24-hour brief, and shares highlights from meetings and sessions across the festival. He recaps a coffee catch-up with Karen Nelson-Field and plans to feature her on the podcast, then reports recurring Cannes themes around AI, including agentic AI in ad tech and the importance of transparency and human-in-the-loop control discussed by Limelight leaders. From Adweek House, he notes talks on moving at “the speed of now,” AI enabling human connection (including Grindr and TD Bank), and sponsorship as a marketing lever. He also shares early Lions winners across Creative B2B and health categories, and summarizes research from WARC, Jellyfish, and Inseed on how creativity performs differently for humans versus LLMs.00:39 Young Lions Kickoff01:24 Coffee With Karen Nelson-Field02:19 Limelight on AI Transparency04:48 Adweek House Highlights06:31 Early Lions Winners Roundup07:59 Creativity in an LLM World12:21 Oshri on Limelight US Growth14:46 Ritson vs Sharp Debrief with Marc & V from the Sleeping Barber Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

El Gosip
332 - Evil tilapia

El Gosip

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 85:06


Shakira inaugura el mundial más extraño de la historia (casi tan extraño como el vestido de Katy Perry), el Beyhive está alarmado porque no ha salido el nuevo disco de Beyoncé, Volverías con tu Ex nos da #moments de Luli y de Ballero, los Knicks ganan y los famosos también, Grindr sigue secuestrado por Madonna, SIGNOS: pinturas de David Hockney y mucho más! No te pierdas nuestro comentario de The Comeback: temporada 1 en www.patreon.com/elgosip

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
Spontaneous Human Combustion | They Found Only Her Skull and Foot; Her Room Left Unscorched

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 70:28 Transcription Available


Sometime before dawn on July 2, 1951, a 67-year-old St. Petersburg widow was reduced to ash in her own armchair while the room around her sat almost untouched, leaving behind little more than a shrunken skull, a piece of spine, and a single foot still resting in its slipper.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MaryHardyReeserREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p88de8vFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: When police found her in 1951, she was almost entirely ash. But mysteriously, the rest of her apartment remained almost perfectly intact. We'll look at the death of Mary Reeser – which became known as “The Cinder Woman Case”. (Did Mary Hardy Reeser Spontaneously Combust?) *** Most crimes are pretty ordinary – assault, robbery, the occasional murder, but once in a while a crime is committed in a strange, shocking way – to the point it's almost hard to believe what you are hearing is a true story. I'll share a few of those strange crimes. (Creepy Crimes and Crazy Criminals) *** One of the reasons we find chimpanzees so interesting is because they are so much like humans – in body shape, the way they express themselves, it's eerie sometimes. But still, we know they are just apes. Then there is the strange case of Oliver – a chimpanzee that also appeared to be human. Or was he a human that appeared to be a chimpanzee? Or, is it possible, that Oliver was a genuine genetic hybrid of the two? We'll look at his incredibly strange story. (Oliver, The Humanzee) *** Some hauntings are more terrifying than others – and some are stranger than others. What happened to the Palzon family in Zaragoza, Spain possibly qualifies for both. They didn't have a typical haunting – this was no poltergeist or spirit of a recently passed person… they were terrorized by a horrifying goblin. (The Zaragoza Goblin) *** Most haunted paintings are hundreds of years old – but one in particular was painted in the late 20th Century, and to many, it is the most disturbing painting they've ever laid eyes on. (The Hands Resist Him)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:01:14.404 = Show Open00:03:53.182 = Did Mary Hardy Reeser Spontaneously Combust?00:14:39.389 = The Hands Resist Him ***00:29:00.706 = Oliver, the Humanzee ***00:44:04.298 = Creepy Crimes and Crazy Criminals ***00:59:07.540 = The Zaragoza Goblin ***01:09:16.862 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:““The Hands Resist Him” by Jenne Gentry for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtmj2ysr“Oliver, The Humanzee” by Bipin Dimri for Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2ttc3p8s“The Zaragoza Goblin” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2jxxdd6b“Did Mary Hardy Reeser Spontaneously Combust?” by Tommy Thompson for Talk Murder: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p937wec“Creepy Crimes and Crazy Criminals” by C.J. Phillips for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8b3dyw(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: November, 2021This episode of Weird Darkness ranges from a 1951 Florida death that investigators could not explain, to a painting blamed for three deaths, a chimpanzee long mistaken for a human hybrid, a catalog of bizarre real-world crimes, and a disembodied voice that terrorized a Spanish apartment building in 1934.It opens with the morning of July 2, 1951, when landlady Pansy Carpenter found the doorknob to apartment 1200 Cherry Street in St. Petersburg, Florida hot to the touch and called police, who discovered that 67-year-old widow Mary Hardy Reeser had been reduced almost entirely to ash. Only her skull, shrunken to roughly the size of a teacup, a section of spine, and a left foot still in its slipper remained, while the apartment around her showed little more than soot on the ceiling and a recliner burned down to its springs. A greasy film coating the walls and floor was later identified by the FBI, which devoted a 115-page report to the case, as melted human fat. Her son, Dr. Richard Reeser, had left her around 8 p.m. the night before, resting in her favorite recliner in a Van Raalte rayon-acetate nightgown with a freshly lit cigarette. Investigators ruled out lightning, accelerants, and any motive for murder, which left two explanations in contention — a dropped cigarette that set her flammable nightgown alight and rendered her body into a slow-burning wick, or spontaneous human combustion — for the death that came to be known as the Cinder Woman case.From there the episode turns to William Stoneham's 1972 oil painting The Hands Resist Him, a 36-by-24-inch canvas showing a young boy beside a hollow-eyed, life-size doll while disembodied hands press against a glass door behind them. Stoneham based the boy on a photograph of himself at age five at his grandmother's Chicago apartment and drew the title from a 1971 poem by his first wife, Rhoann Ponseti. The work gained its reputation in February 2000, when a couple listed it on eBay as a haunted painting, claiming their four-and-a-half-year-old daughter saw the figures leave the canvas at night and that a motion-sensor camera caught the boy crawling out and the doll holding a gun; the listing drew more than 30,000 views and sold for $1,050. Its lore also ties three deaths to the painting — art critic Henry Seldis in 1978, gallery owner Charles Feingarten in 1981, and Godfather actor John Marley in 1984 — and the canvas now sits in the back room of Kim Smith's Perception Fine Art Gallery in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Next comes the story of Oliver, a chimpanzee captured in the Congo around 1957 who walked upright by nature, had a flatter and more human-looking face, light-colored eyes, pattern baldness, and a soft voice, and was marketed as a humanzee, a supposed human-chimpanzee hybrid and missing link. Owned by animal trainers Frank and Janet Berger, who featured him on The Ed Sullivan Show, Oliver drank morning coffee, mixed his own evening cocktails, and moved loads with a wheelbarrow, and early claims that he carried 47 chromosomes fed the hybrid theory. After being passed among several owners and confined for years in a small cage at the Buckshire Company laboratory, where he developed arthritis and muscular atrophy, he was rescued in 1996 to a chimpanzee sanctuary, where University of Chicago testing established that he had the ordinary chimpanzee count of 48 chromosomes and belonged to a Central African subspecies already known for human-like features. Oliver died in his sleep on June 2, 2012, beside a companion named Raisin, and his ashes were spread on the sanctuary grounds.After that, the episode collects a series of strange real-world crimes, starting with California inmate Jaime Osuna, already serving a life sentence for the 2011 murder of Yvette Pena, who killed his cellmate Luis Romero in 2019 and fashioned parts of the body into a necklace. It then moves to Michigan and the 2019 murder of 25-year-old Kevin Bacon by Mark Latunski, a man Bacon had met through a Christmas Eve date on Grindr, and to Scotland, where a crew of thieves made off with roughly £280,000 in blue WKD alcopops from Caledonian Bottlers. Other cases include a Chennai airport smuggling ring caught in March 2021 with gold paste hidden beneath hairpieces, a Cleveland man named Michael Harrel who handed a bank teller a robbery note for $206 with his own name and contact details written on the back, and a Florida man, Matthew Leatham, arrested after dialing 911 twice to ask for a ride home, his forehead tattooed with the outline of the state. The grimmest case belongs to Shabaz Khan of Burnley, England, who blamed two djinn he called Robert and Rita for driving him to murder Dr. Saman Mir Sacharvi and her 14-year-old daughter Vian Mangrio before setting their home on fire.The episode closes with the Goblin of Zaragoza, which began on September 27, 1934, when a maid named Pascuala Alcocer, alone in the kitchen of the Palazon family's second-floor apartment on Gascón de Gotor street in Zaragoza, Spain, heard a child-like male voice rise from the stove complaining that she was hurting it. Over the following weeks the disembodied voice spoke from the stove, the chimney, and the walls, by turns playful and menacing, and grew into laughter, growls, and screaming that at one point seemed to shake the entire building. Spanish police, a psychiatrist named Joaquin Jimen Orriera, and an architect all investigated, and the voice continued even after Pascuala was led

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
"MADONNA & SABRINA CARPENTER - BRING YOUR LOVE"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 9:37


Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz delivers a detailed breakdown of Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter's official music video for “Bring Your Love,” released June 15, 2026.Analytic Dreamz explores the high-energy nightclub concept where the two queens of the dance floor navigate separate worlds before uniting on a dramatic runway in a powerful celebration of movement and unity. The segment covers the striking opening carpet roll, the floating cameraman, the emotional closing door message “Come to the club of love,” and Julia Garner's surprise cameo that nods to the scrapped Madonna biopic.Listeners also get full context on the song's Billboard Hot 100 return at No. 74, its role as lead single for Madonna's upcoming album Confessions II (out July 3, 2026), the Tribeca 13-minute short film, the Times Square Pride event with Grindr, and the Coachella 2026 debut performance.Analytic Dreamz examines how this collaboration reconnects Madonna with the classic Confessions on a Dance Floor sound while launching a major new era. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Beers with Queers: A True Crime Podcast
189. Pride Month Special - A Rainbow Of Secrets - Decrypting The Hanky Code

Beers with Queers: A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 41:26


A rainbow of secrets. A coded language. And a hidden world built for survival.Long before Grindr, Scruff, Sniffies, or social media, queer men relied on an intricate system of colored bandanas to communicate desires, identities, and interests in a world where being yourself could be dangerous. In this Pride Month episode, Jordi and Brad dive into the fascinating history of the Hanky Code, exploring its disputed origins, ties to leather culture, and how this colorful piece of queer history became one of the community's most iconic symbols. Then, things take a hilarious turn as Brad's knowledge is put to the test in a game that proves just how complex and surprisingly specific the code really was. This LGBTQ+ true crime podcast may be taking a break from murder this week, but it's still a journey through queer history with plenty of laughs and unexpected discoveries along the way.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the colorful secrets hidden throughout LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Distorted View Daily
The Filipino Dick-Washing Olympics – NEW SHOW!

Distorted View Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 49:11


Episode Summary Friday's show is a beautiful Pride Month trash fire featuring Grindr revenge through windshield destruction, a new 90 Day Fiancé swamp-ogre romance, a woman who learns the hard way that spitting on cops has consequences, an app that ranks your most stressful co-workers, and a wannabe John Wick threatening murder over his impounded […] The post The Filipino Dick-Washing Olympics – NEW SHOW! first appeared on Distorted View Daily.

She's Not Doing So Well - Gay Perspective On Everyday Life
Your Pastor Loves You So Much, He Needs a Private Jet

She's Not Doing So Well - Gay Perspective On Everyday Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 60:32


Send us Fan MailThis week the boys open with a "loving" influencer explaining why we're all going to hell — and it only gets holier from there. Social media Christians who gay-bait on Snapchat, megachurch pastors who need a second jet, and why nobody is getting into Heaven Plus.Then Bobby reports live from Charlotte: a city full of 23-year-olds, an open bar (RIP), and a gay bar near the airport that sparked the most honest conversation about race we've ever had on this show. Plus a gas station encounter that proves travel actually changes you.And the main event: a full dramatic reading from the Book of Faggot — a Grindr message from a hookup 13 years ago with a suspiciously perfect memory, a top-three ranking (out of three), and the coldest "Got it." in recorded history.Also inside: the president is a farter, Pillion is unrealistic (Alexander Skarsgård is a 95, sorry), doctor's office anxiety is just hookup anxiety, why the gays bully the gays, and the moment we realized the days are already getting shorter.

Pop y Muerte
T5 E18 Pop y canibalismo Pt.2

Pop y Muerte

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 110:20


Si en la primera entrega de “Pop y caníbales” se habló de Jeffrey Dahmer, los UK Zombie Bastards y otros antropófagos modernos, aquí nos sumergimos en las (ejem) brumas de la historia. Kiko Amat sienta proverbial cátedra sobre: el canibalismo a través de los siglos, de la Edad de Piedra a los Aztecas mesoamericanos; canibalismo in extremis (en alta mar o en tierra firme); las grandes hambrunas chinas y rusas. Benja Villegas, por su parte, larga de: la Sociedad Leopardo; los necrocanibales; Angel Vidal Mendoza comiéndose los ojos de su hijo y el usuario de Grindr que se zampó, literal, los huevos de Kevin Bacon. Y todo ello amenizado con etimología, tips nutricionales, non sequiturs gastronómicos, conexiones Pop (la cami de Cannibal Corpse, Las Colinas tienen ojos…) y más.

I've Had It
Grindr? I Barely Know Her

I've Had It

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 53:07


The kink is coming from inside the Megachurch...Pre-order Jennifer's new book Not Today, Fascists, join our Substack, shop our merch, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/ivehaditpodcast.Thank you to our sponsor:Article: Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://www.article.com/discount/hadit and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.Biologica: Head to https://Biologica.com/HADIT to get started. Take their Quick Hormonal Life Stage Quiz to find the formula that's right for you. And right now, subscribers can receive up to 32% off their purchase.Branch Basics: Whether you're going all-in on safe cleaning swaps or just starting small, find Branch Basics at Target and Target.com today. #branchbasicspodiRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code Hadit at https://irestore.com/Hadit! #irestorepodFollow Us:I've Had It Podcast: @IvehaditpodcastJennifer Welch: @mizzwelchAngie "Pumps" Sullivan: @pumpspumpspumpsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Bed With Nikky
Lesbian Awakening, Office Bondage & Free-Use Humiliation Confesisons

In Bed With Nikky

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 71:50 Transcription Available


Welcome back to Nikky After Dark, where we dive deep into your wildest, filthiest, and most honest confessions. I'm your host, Nikky, and tonight we're going full throttle.Here are three dirty stories you'll hear in this episode:• A college girl catches her “completely straight” dormmate secretly fingering herself to lesbian porn… and decides to give her a very hands-on awakening right there on the bed.• A dominant older manager finally snaps after hours, ties his employee to a chair with his own leather straps, face-fucks her, bends her over the desk, and leaves her dripping with a deep creampie while still bound and helpless. • A free-use roommate game goes nuclear when her best friend shows up for a casual visit — and ends up watching her get throat-fucked and railed doggy-style while taking photos.This episode is packed with even more juicy confessions including a risky hotel Grindr hookup, a married MILF hunting for secret affairs, a hotpast boyfriend determined to out-fuck his girlfriend's ex, a weekend family cumdump, a first-date double cumslut, risky window exhibitionism, best friend's mom seduction, and plenty of slutty awakenings and public thrills.Join us over on Discord: https://discord.gg/uqqxsCSDfwSupport Nikky: Unlock exclusive confessions, bonus thoughts, and steamy Q&As at Patreon.com/DearNikky. Join the inner circle for extra spice!Featured Release:Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You is out now! Dive deeper into the raw, unfiltered stories you love.Contact: • Email: Nikky@dearnikky.com • Website: DearNikky.com/confessions• Socials: Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)ContentWarning: This episode contains explicit sexual content, including graphic descriptions of nudity, public sex, infidelity, and boundary-pushing consensual fantasies. Stories are fictional and depict enthusiastic consent. Listener discretion advised; 18+ only. Submissions involving bestiality, incest, underage role-play, rape, non-consensual content, or racial slurs are not aired.Get Involved:Submit Your Story: Got a secret fantasy or steamy confession? Write to Nikky at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions.Say Hello: Have a burning fantasy or just want to chat? Connect on Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), or Facebook (@DearNikky).Nikky wants to hear your naughtiest thoughts! • Support the Show: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker or your favorite platform to help new listeners discover the heat.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.

Drew and Mike Show
Madonna Rocks NY Pride - June 7, 2026

Drew and Mike Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 162:12


Madonna (and Grindr) rock Times Square, Scott Pelley is a crybaby, Sean Penn's fragile mental health, Bonnie Blue's beautiful baby shower, and Luigi Mangione is still hot. Eli Zaret joins the show to rag the Red Wings for losing Dylan Larkin, the Tigers are on a little hot streak, Caitlin Clark is for white people only, Donald Trump is ready for NBA Finals Game 3, and Taylor Swift's stinky chair. Unemployment among young people is much higher now than it used to be. What is going to happen with college? DATELINE finally did a piece on Luigi Mangione and FINALLY talked about the beloved CEO, Brian Thompson. Why is it always about Luigi the murderer, and not about the guy that was killed. Bonnie Blue just had her baby shower. How cute. Madonna set a record for most penis softening dancing in Times Square to kick off Pride. F1 vs Kim Kardashian. She was there to support her boyfriend Lewis Hamilton and NOTHING ELSE. So when Martin Brundle wanted a quick comment from her, she totally iced him! Trudi AND Drew got sucked into the Kylie Minogue documentary on Netflix. She's hot. So is her sister. See ya, Scott Pelley! He did a NY Times documentary where bagels made him cry...Or something like that. Texas is split over Karmelo Anthony. If you forgot, he's the kid on trial for killing a kid...Who ended up dying in his twin brother's arms. Anyway, there's some pretty entertaining man on the street action going on outside the courthouse. Sean Penn missed the Oscars due to his mental health. Hurry back soon, Brandon. We might have some merch left. Click here to check what's available. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

We're Having Gay Sex
Zach Noe Towers Didn't Watch “Heated Rivalry" — He LIVED It | WHGS Ep. 327

We're Having Gay Sex

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 65:04


This episode is living through a real fantasy, listener! Zach Noe Towers is an endlessly lovable stand up comedian whose work has been featured on E!, Netflix, and Comedy Central, but today he's in the apartment to showcase his work from GRINDR! We discuss having a LEGENDARY hookup straight out of “Heated Rivalry,” interpreting flirty body language, short & fiery flings, and big boy dumps. Ashley teaches a homophobic teen a lesson. Lizzy struggles for vacation sex. SUPPORT ZACH NOE TOWERS: Watch his special, “Twink Death,” RIGHT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmIxzOLtOQo  See Him LIVE: https://punchup.live/zachnoetowers/tour  Listen to “Good Morning, Sodomites” wherever you listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-morning-sodomites/id1533562889  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachnoetowers  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachnoetowers/  Twitter: https://x.com/ZachNoeTowers  FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ashgavs Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashgavs Tour Dates & Newsletter: https://www.ashleygavin.com/#dates FOLLOW LIZZY CASSIDY @lizzycassidy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lizzycassidycomedy  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizzycassidy/  Twitter: https://x.com/lizzaster  Tour Dates & Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/lizzycassidy  FOLLOW ALEX VRAHAS @alvrahas Mailing List: https://forms.gle/t48AUUEYzrNagU1B9  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alvrahas/   SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Watch this UNCUT: https://www.patreon.com/WHGS Merch: https://shop.merchcentral.com/collections/ashley-gavin Watch on this YouTube: https://youtu.be/XZocFdfkQxk  ______________________________________________ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: HELIX: Get 20% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/gaysex  TOMBOYX: Use code GAY15 to get 15% OFF your order at https://tomboyx.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Books Network
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Central Asian Studies
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books in Central Asian Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/central-asian-studies

New Books in Sociology
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books in Sociology

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/lgbtq-studies

The Nordic Asia Podcast
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

The Nordic Asia Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 16:04


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo.

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

New Books in Sex, Sexuality, and Sex Work
Dating Apps, Queer Stigma, and Digital Intimacy in Kazakhstan

New Books in Sex, Sexuality, and Sex Work

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026


How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Anonymous
1481 - Carlos is a Gay Man who Hooks up with Straight Guys & Couples

Strictly Anonymous

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 74:47


HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! Carlos is a gay man with hooks up with straight guys and couples and he called in to talk all about it. Tune in to hear all the details including the difference between hooking up with a gay men vs straight men and what straight guys do that isn't so nice, the places guys meet up in from Sniffies, when he knew he was gay and when he came out and how his family and friends reacted, his first sexual experience with a guy and how he felt afterwards, his first long term relationship and why he decided to really live it up sexually after it ended, the first straight guy he hooked up with and what went down to make the experience so good, how he can tell if a guy is straight on Grindr another apps, the next straight guy he hooked up with and what went down, how he then decided to hook up with a couple and exactly what went down, how he felt about going down on a woman, how and why he's still looking for couples and what he wants to do with them, how so many guys he meets up with are married and doing it on the dl, the types of straight guys he's very into plus a whole lot more. GET A COPY OF THE STRICTLY ANONYMOUS BOOK! Strictly Anonymous Confessions: Secret Sex Lives of Total Strangers. A bunch of short, super sexy, TRUE stories. GET YOUR COPY HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4i7hBCd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  or Pre-order audiobook version ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   To see HOT pics of my female guests + hear anonymous confessions + get all the episodes early and AD FREE, join my Patreon! It's only $7 a month and you can cancel at any time. You can sign up here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/StrictlyAnonymousPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and when you join, I'll throw in a complimentary link to my private Discord! To join SDC and get a FREE Trial! click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sdc.com/?ref=37712⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or go to SDC.com and use my code 37712 Want to be on the show? Email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠strictlyanonymouspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and click on "Be on the Show." Want to confess while remaining anonymous? Call the CONFESSIONS hotline at 347-420-3579. All voices are changed.   Sponsors:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Rythm.Health/STRICTLYANON⁠⁠ ⁠for 15% OFF your first month PLUS FREE shipping  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quince.com/strictlyanon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — For premium quality Quince clothing plus FREE shipping and 365 day returns! ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LoadBoost.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠- To get 10% off DRIVE BOOST by VB Health, use code: STRICTLY   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bluechew.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Buy 2 months of Bluechew GOLD and get the third month FREE! Use code: STRICTLYANON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bollandbranch.com/strictlyanon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code STRICTLYANON for 20% off plus FREE shipping ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beduc.at/pd2618-anonymous⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click here to take the quiz and  get your personalized roadmap to sexual happiness Follow me! Instagram  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/strictanonymous/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/strictanonymous?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Strictlyanonymouspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bloomberg Talks
Grindr CEO Talks AI Features and Politics

Bloomberg Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 12:03 Transcription Available


George Arison, the CEO of Grindr, discusses the transformation of the app and culture surrounding the app, the new AI features that Grindr has added, and the benefits of those new features . Arison also spoke about politics and how he been able to build an influence on both sides of the aisle to help Grindr users and other members of the LGBTQ community. Arison spoke with Bloomberg's Christina Ruffini and David Gura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emsolation
Moon Manifesting, Em Joins a Cult, ‘Backrooms' & ‘Obsession'

Emsolation

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 28:16


Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' https://emrusciano.com/addicted-to-love/ Em's been busy manifesting a major life upgrade under the recent full moon by brewing moon water to drink and release all that negative energy, she gives a full explain on why and how within. Em also breaks down her decision to join a virtual “cult” by signing up to a wellness centre driven by pneumonia, exhaustion and just a need for some long overdue self care. It's a cult that comes complete with remedial massages, red light therapy, hyperbaric chambers and lymphatic drainage boots and so far it's been working a treat. Finally, Michael is keen to dive into how two low-budget, horror films, ‘Obsession' and ‘Backrooms', created by YouTubers, have easily crushed big Hollywood blockbusters like ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu' at the box office, creating an amazing shift in the film landscape. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael tackle some diva dilemmas and do an ‘Okay, Stop!' on Madonna spilling her juiciest secrets with her besties for the Grindr hookup app. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLVC: The Madonna Podcast
Madonna, Bilt, Gymskin, and Grindr

MLVC: The Madonna Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 50:14


This Week In Ciccone was quite busy! MLVC discusses Madonna's recent collaboration with Bilt and Grindr (where she mentions her love affair with JFK, Jr.) and also her visit from Gymskin to her London home where they dance to Into The Groove! Follow MLVC on all social channels: @mlvcpodcast Subscribe to MLVC's YouTube channel Donate to the podcast on Venmo: mlvcpodcast Listen to more episodes on Spotify/Apple/Amazon/Google Play or here: https://mlvc.podbean.com/ #mlvcpodcast #madonnapodcast #madonna #confessions2 #grindr #intothegroove #gymskin

BoyFriends
Ending a Date Early + App Etiquette | Episode 69

BoyFriends

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 44:40


Jay ended an awkward date in a shady way, and the hosts discussed how to reject someone after swapping photos on Grindr. We also got to meet Kerel of ⁨Minoritea Report⁩!Guest:Kerel | @iamkerelMinoritea Report | ⁨@MinoriteaReport⁩ Subscribe Now: https://www.youtube.com/jarrodking?sub_confirmation=1Watch our previous episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuKMYB6z1nX4FFsMC1G8yULRQ17QFWY7uSubscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyfriendsHosts:Jarrod D. King | @JarrodDKingTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jarroddkingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/jarroddking/Deleqúa | ‪@iamdelequa‬ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamdelequa/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@officialdelequa Biddy Bee | @biddybeedragInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/biddybeedrag/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@biddybeedrag Jay | @homedecorhomieTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@homedecorhomieInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/homedecorhomie/Creator & Executive Producer - Jarrod D. KingProducer - Victor Chan

Gayish Podcast
Gayish: 492 Dating Apps

Gayish Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 79:25


Is it just a euphemism for Grindr? Does anyone meet anywhere else these days? Haven't they already covered this topic? Mike and Kyle answer all these questions and more, including what's changed about dating apps recently, AI photo fraud, romance scams, Match Group, enshitification, and Hinge's “Designed to be Deleted” ad campaign. In this episode: News- 4:17 || Main Topic (Dating Apps)- 14:33 || Gayest & Straightest- 1:12:35 If you want to join Mike and Kyle on their 2027 Mexican Riviera cruise, visit cruise.freakbooty.com to sign up. Make sure to check Gayish as the podcast you're attending for. On the Patreon bonus segment, Mike shares with Kyle dating/hookup profiles he found online. If you want to support our show while getting ad-free episodes a day early, go to www.patreon.com/gayishpodcast.

I've Had It
Brokeback Bible Belt

I've Had It

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 57:30


MAGA in the streets, Grindr in the sheets...Pre-order Jennifer's new book Not Today, Fascists, join our Substack, shop our merch, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/ivehaditpodcast.Thank you to our sponsors:Chewy: Chewy has everything you need to keep your pet happy and healthy. And right now you can save $20 on your first order and get free shipping by going to https://Chewpanions.chewy.com/ivehaditpodcast. Minimum purchase required. New customers only. Terms and conditions apply. See site for complete details. Jones Road Beauty: Use code Hadit at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #adLola Blankets: Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code Hadit at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets.Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to Quince dot com slash hadit for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Follow Us:I've Had It Podcast: @IvehaditpodcastJennifer Welch: @mizzwelchAngie "Pumps" Sullivan: @pumpspumpspumpsSpecial Guest: Josh Welch @joshwelch_See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Ep. 544: The Not So Fun AI News, plus other tech news and fun times!

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 65:06


People are doing amazing things with AI, and we try to stay positive with Notnerd. But this week, there are a handful of news stories about AI that aren't so glamorous. But don't worry, we have a good time discussing them, plus all the normal fun you show up for. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Apple OS 26.5s are out (04:00) MAIN TOPIC: The not-so-flashy AI News Stories of the week (06:15) Google Chrome's silent 4GB AI download problem Google says hackers used AI to develop a major security flaw Digg tries again, this time as an AI news aggregator Apple agrees to pay iPhone owners $250 million for not delivering AI Siri Apple's camera-equipped AirPods reach late testing in AI device push Silicon Valley bets $200M on AI data centers floating in the ocean DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Transform Text With Apple Notes (24:10) JUST THE HEADLINES: (29:20) Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea Pentagon begins releasing new files on UFOs Match invests $100 million in Grindr rival Sniffies Apple now requires verification for education discounts Amazon turns its logistics empire into a new business, taking on UPS and FedEx in freight and shipping Honda patents fake clutch for electric motorcycles 10 people called police to report Bigfoot sighting in Ohio WITHIN REACH! Dave's up 6-4, Round 11, Dave goes first (31:45) TAKES: GM cutting hundreds of salaried IT workers as it trims costs, evaluates needs (40:05) Microsoft Patch Tuesday May 2026 Edition (43:35) BONUS ODD TAKE: Crocheted Technology (48:05) PICKS OF THE WEEK:  Nate: TCMKY Hair Clippers for Men Professional Clippers for Men Cordless&Corded Barber Clippers for Hair Cutting & Grooming. Rechargeable Hair Trimmer Kit for Household (Red) (51:55) Dave:  Brach's Classic Jelly Beans, Candy, Assorted Flavors, Bulk Bag, 54 oz (2 ct)  (56:45)

The Focus Group
TFG Unbuttoned: Nutella in Space

The Focus Group

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 22:26


Tim and John cover a story where people find tech, in this case apps like Grindr, are ruining the dating scene. Also, a woman in Utah was given only a few weeks to move a 50-year-old garage or lose power. Finally, the Artemis astronauts explain the nuance of food in space. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HBO Girls Rewatch
Sex and the City S1E11: “The Drought” with Brooke Averick

HBO Girls Rewatch

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 60:30


Brooke Averick, co-host of Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast and author of upcoming romance novel Phoebe Berman's Gonna Lose It joins us to discuss SATC S1E11, “The Drought.”  Carrie lets and ootsie tootsie slip in front of Big and has an existential crisis, Miranda deals with a 3-month dry spell and cat-calls outside Blockbuster, Samantha does no-nut November for a yogi, and Charlotte encounters the medical wonder of Prozac. We discuss female horniness, how Miranda would have been salvaged by Grindr, why PinkPantheress is the nerds gummy clusters of pop girlies, and how writing a rom com is not for the emotionally celibate.  Thanks to our sponsors: Stop the guesswork and start something that works, go to weightwatchers.com/GIRLSREWATCH to get a special offer for our listeners. Use code GIRLSREWATCH at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code GIRLSREWATCH at http://cowboycolostrum.com/GIRLSREWATCH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Cohen’s Daddy Diaries Podcast
A Week of Lucy's 4th Birthday, Summer House Reunion, and Another Eye Surgery

Andy Cohen’s Daddy Diaries Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 64:51


This week, Lucy turned 4! We had a great Candy Party (Lollipop themed, if you ask her. Just go with it) and I had another parenting win when I got the kids into The Brady Bunch. We talked about the Summer House reunion, the audio leak, and how a Bravo fan cracked the case (story developing). Then, while I had to go back for another eye surgery on the same eyeball, John was galivanting in Paris, and getting impersonated on Grindr. Plus, we dove into listener mail, I became an expert on hoodies, and cosplayed as straight "All the Way Andy." For more interviews and behind-the-scenes tea, tune in to Andy Cohen Live weekdays on Radio Andy by subscribing to SiriusXM. Use my link https://sxm.app.link/AndyCohen for a free trial! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Daddy Diaries ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gayish Podcast
Gayish: 489 Stalking

Gayish Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 92:52


Surreptitiously follow us as we walk down the metaphorical sidewalk that is this episode. Mike and Kyle talk about the difference between voyeuristic behavior and stalking, social media stalking, the writings of Sappho of Lesbos and Shakespeare, cases like Oscar Wilde, Versace and Andrew Cunanan, and John Hinckley Jr. and Jodie Foster, gayta on stalking for sexual minorities vs. straight people, cyberstalking, and burners on gay online spaces like Grindr and Sniffies. In this episode: News- 3:50 || Main Topic (Stalking)- 16:12 || Gayest & Straightest- 1:26:52 See Mike and Kyle live at PopCon in the Indiana Events Center in Indianapolis on Saturday, May 9 at 6pm. Get tickets at https://popcon.us/popcon-indy/. If you want to join Mike and Kyle on their 2027 Mexican Riviera cruise, visit www.gayishpodcast.com/cruise to sign up. Make sure to check Gayish as the podcast you're attending for. On the Patreon bonus segment, Kyle shares with Mike some romcoms that romanticize stalking behavior. If you want to support our show while getting ad-free episodes a day early, go to www.patreon.com/gayishpodcast. Remember, the next Patreon Happy Hour is Wednesday, May 6 @ 6pm Pacific / 9pm Eastern. Check Patreon for the link the day of. We're looking forward to seeing you then!

Seeking Derangements
SD 494 - Bayou Pon Pon

Seeking Derangements

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 62:17


Hello Seekers! Ben here, today Jacques, Hesse, and I open the show by discussing some regional drama in Lafayette, then we get to the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents Dinner as well as the accompanying Grindr sponsored party in DC.

Mitch Unfiltered
Episode 380 - Draftin' & Sweepin'

Mitch Unfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 100:11


RUNDOWN   Mitch and Scott kick off Episode 380 bouncing from NFL Draft randomness to a suddenly red-hot Mariners team, while laying out a packed show of Seahawks, Mariners, and Kraken breakdowns. Along the way, Mitch zeroes in on John Schneider's shift from "fancy" to predictable—and why that might actually be the secret sauce behind Seattle's recent success. Seahawks flips four picks into eight and checks most of its boxes, but the first-round running back raises eyebrows—was it smart roster building or a forced move? Seahawks No-Table dig into Schneider's "fairways and greens" approach, question the risk in the backfield, and spotlight key additions like Bud Clark while hinting that help at edge rusher is still coming. A sweep in St. Louis flips the vibe fast—suddenly the bats are alive, the lineup is producing, and Seattle looks like a real contender again. Mariners No-Table break down the surge from the big hitters, the rise of Cole Young as a legit everyday piece, and why this stretch could be the turning point—if they keep stacking wins against weaker opponents. The Kraken's late-season free-fall gets real—what looked like a playoff team turns out to be smoke, mirrors, and unsustainable luck. Kraken No-Table dig into a fragile roster, mixed messaging from leadership, and a franchise stuck between rebuilding and pretending it's close—setting up a pivotal, "prolific" offseason that could finally define a direction.   GUESTS   Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks Insider Jacson Bevens | Seahawks analyst and Cigar Thoughts podcast Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over Slot RJ Eskanos | Emerald City Hockey Darren Brown | The Sound of Hockey   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Draft, Brooms, and Chaos 18:11 | Seahawks No-Table: Seahawks Play It Straight… But Did They Reach for Need? 41:06 | Mariners No-Table: From Dead to Dangerous, Mariners Wake Up at the Plate 1:02:40 | Kraken No-Table: From "Team of Destiny" to Total Collapse 1:24:22 | Other Stuff Segment: Cheap Portland Trail Blazers ownership (cost-cutting controversies), Lawrence Taylor health scare, Puka Nacua lawsuit/rehab situation, bizarre minor league no-hitter loss (Braxton Garrett), JR Ritchie MLB debut (Bainbridge HS), Kalen DeBoer contract extension at Alabama, Montana moose radio station story. HEADLINES Madonna releasing album on Grindr, Big game hunter trampled by elephants, Indian temple requiring cow urine consumption, Louisiana restaurant caught with roadkill deer meat RIPs Rod Martin (Raiders LB), Patrick Muldoon (actor), Alan Osmond (The Osmonds), Don Schlitz (songwriter, "The Gambler"), Dave Mason (Traffic), Nedra Talley Ross (The Ronettes)

Legends Only
Madonna's on Grindr, Looking for Her Coachella Outfit

Legends Only

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 54:16


T. Kyle and Brad discuss T. Kyle learning that Sabrina Carpenter's “House Tour” is full of double entendres, the Demi Lovato ‘It's Not That Deep' Tour experience, Charli xcx quote discourse, John Summit getting involved, Kelly Clarkson going EDM, Kylie Minogue getting a Netflix documentary, High Fashion Editorial! featuring Rihanna on the cover of W's Pop issue (?) with Rocki, Jade and Teyana Taylor doing Madonna and Janet for People's Most Beautiful, a teLOgram from Brett about KATSEYE and Adela, Confessions II' Grindr promo and picture disc, Madonna's stolen Coachella outfit, new music from Anitta, Demi Lovato, Zara Larsson's ‘Girls Trip' and Tyla's ‘APop' incoming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief
Ep. 571 - Grindr Former COO Rick Marini - How to Spot A-Players and Deliver Big Results Fast

Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 44:31


Ever wonder why some COOs quietly double revenue while others burn out cleaning up someone else's mess?Cameron Herold unpacks the “second in command” reality with Rick Marini, serial entrepreneur, private equity veteran, and former COO powerhouse at iconic brands like Grindr. They dive into the realities most leaders dodge: gutting toxic teams, the cost of misaligned culture, and the real career advantage of NOT being CEO. You'll get the battle-tested playbook for earning team trust, breaking through stagnant growth, and building companies where A-players fight to stay.Miss this episode, and you risk leading a team that resents you, losing your top talent, or—worse—sleepwalking into irrelevance while your competition surges ahead. Listen now before your window to upgrade your influence and execution closes. This is unfiltered COO intelligence you won't find anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights15:05 – How do you fix a company doing $100M with a 1.8-star Glassdoor? The turnaround playbook starts here.17:15 – Three straight owners, one legendary LGBTQ brand: The wild truth about trust-building at Grindr20:08 – Held hostage for a million? Why Rick Marini and team had to moderate user content—and what it taught the company21:04 – The one line that made an exec break down in the NYSE lobby, and how you really know your team would run through walls for you25:16 – A-players vs. B-players: The uncomfortable signs you're settling, and how to actually spot (and hire) difference-makers31:08 – Do you really have the right COO? How private equity calls BS on CEO/COO dynamics42:00 – With AI moving this fast, how do you NOT get blindsided? The war room approach to offense vs. defense46:06 – Mentorship, “work from home,” and why Gen Z will lap you if you hide behind ZoomAbout the GuestRick Marini is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Catapult Capital and the Co-Founder, President and COO of Rails, and a renowned operator, investor, and board leader with over 25 years scaling and transforming businesses. Previously CEO/COO at Grindr and Rails, Rick specializes in high-stakes turnarounds, talent strategy, and innovative culture design for tech and consumer brands.

Just Trish
Investigating the Vanillamace Incident + Did Zendaya Go TOO FAR in The Drama? | Just Trish Ep. 265

Just Trish

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 149:35


Our unproblematic queen, Vanillamace, has fallen after she has a "You try being an influencer for a day" moment. Plus, did 'The Drama' go too far, or was the controversy surrounding Zendaya's new film blown out of proportion. And David Dobrik is a winner, baby!!!!

Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer
Having "The Body" (w/ Fantasia Royale Gaga)

Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 48:19


Showgirl and drag queen Fantasia Royale Gaga (DIY Dungeon) joins Nicole to discuss her journey to becoming "The Body". Fantasia shares the realities of her dating life, explaining the difference between a man who is genuinely attracted to trans women versus a chaser just looking to fulfill a fetish. She reveals why she uses Grindr like a social media app, and shares experience building a BDSM dungeon.Plus, Fantasia opens up about the extreme measures strangers take to sneak photos of her in public, the intrusive questions people ask about her body, and surviving religious trauma from a church that literally laid her on the altar to pray the gay away.Take our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastSupport this podcast and get discounts by checking out our sponsors:» Equip: Learn more about Equip's virtual eating disorder treatment at equip.health/dateme» Planned Parenthood: Donate to support Planned Parenthood now at plannedparenthood.org/defend.» NOCD: If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: learn.nocd.com/DATEME» Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6r90n6 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures» Wayfair: Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerNicole's book, #VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.