Podcasts about ropecraft

No one's ever died from futo! Shay Tiziano discusses transitioning from LARPing to kink, exhibitionism, incorporating camp into performances, and the importance of active bottoming. They also cover event production, teaching rope, and their upcoming book.Shay Tiziano (she/her or they/them) is a dynamic presenter and self-suspender renowned for their innovative, acrobatic bondage performances and friendly, attainable, and risk-mitigation-focused approach to kink education. She is the author of Tying & Flying, the first-ever book about self-suspension, and Creating Captivating Classes, a guide for kink and sexuality educators. Based in San Francisco, Shay is the stages & entertainment co-lead for the Folsom Street Fair and produces the acclaimed bondage and fetish performance event Twisted Windows. She hosts events including BENT, Rope Lab, and Friction, as well as curating performance showcases for the Seattle Erotic Art Festival Aerial & Bondage Stage, Tethered Together, Ropecraft, and San Francisco Pride's Leather Alley.Instagram: @shaytizianoExplore 800+ high-quality rope bondage tutorials taught by world-class instructors: https://shibaristudy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shibari.study/Twitter: https://twitter.com/shibari_studyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShibariStudyFetlife: https://fetlife.com/users/856858

Part 2 of our fabulous interview with Graydancer covers all things Ropecast, his incredibly long-running and early podcast all about rope bondage (can you believe it was one of the first 200 podcasts IN EXISTENCE! For perspective the Rope Podcast is now one of 2.4million out there!). Gray is a vivid and detailed storyteller and it's fascinating to hear about such a core part of rope history. This episode explores: • The origin story of the Ropecast • Building connections in the rope world • Reflected knowledge and fame • Unexpected kindnesses and benefits his podcast was able to bring to rope people • Creating an oral history of the rope scene • ‘Have you seen these episodes?' a plea from Gray • Dealing with backlash when you're visible in the community • Some fascinating reflections on how the rope scene and our understanding of rope have changed over time • What he's creating these days Graydancer got into rope bondage back at the turn of the millenium, when rope was 10 cents a foot. He started a podcast about bondage in 2005, and taught, performed, and organized events around rope until 2019, traveling throughout North America and Europe. In 2007 he organized the first of over 100 rope open-spaces (aka “GRUE”), and in 2016 with the help of friends put on the first “ROPECRAFT” event. He also worked to improve consent practices throughout the community. He is firmly bi-kinky as he loves polished leather just as much as tight rope. Currently he has retired from teaching and organizing kink, enjoying drawing pinups, lettering dirty words, and cigars, boots, and chocolate.

fox and Mya were thrilled and honoured when Graydancer, whose Rope Podcast (Ropecast) has so far episodes spanning 14 years, accepted their invitation to guest on their younger Rope Podcast. Sadly Mya was sick (so sick!) with Covid on the date of the interview, but fox carried off their questions on his own. Graydancer got into rope bondage back at the turn of the millenium, when rope was 10 cents a foot. He started a podcast about bondage in 2005, and taught, performed, and organized events around rope until 2019, traveling throughout North America and Europe. In 2007 he organized the first of over 100 rope open-spaces (aka “GRUE”), and in 2016 with the help of friends put on the first “ROPECRAFT” event. He also worked to improve consent practices throughout the community. He is firmly bi-kinky as he loves polished leather just as much as tight rope. Currently he has retired from teaching and organizing kink, enjoying drawing pinups, lettering dirty words, and cigars, boots, and chocolate. • Where to find the biggest dildo you've ever seen • When and how his rope bondage practice started • Learning through reverse engineering • Western style bondage and starting out with nylon rope • How he got into rope performance • Why he's called Graydancer • The many creative disciplines that contribute to his rope style • Why he loves rope • All about connection :) • His rope practice these days • Why he stepped back from rope publicly • The impact of Covid on his rope plans and rope relationships • Moving the needle on rope bondage and consent NB Easter egg from Mya - the tie involved in Grey's first public tie, a dragonfly arm binder and a chest harness, was also part of fox and Mya's first public rope (which was their first rope together)!

TopicsShould aerial ladders be used as artificial high directionals for rope rescue?Examples of when you might use an aerial ladder as an artificial high directional.Minimize the load, maximize the degree of aerial elevation, minimize aerial extension, keep the ropes distinct resultant and distinct with crane theoryWhat other rope rescue scenario is a go, no go by a 300lb margin?Attendant or no attendant?Aerial ladder constructionHow do we account for the belay impact on the ladder?Are aerial ladders bombproof?Block and Tackle theoryDo your researchJoin the ConversationPlease email us with questions or comments about this topic at podcast@cmcpro.comLinksMike Forbes' website: www.RopeCraft.orgITRA (International Technical Rescue Association) https://itra.international/2:50 Pat Rhodes - Aerial Ladders Used as Artificial High Directionals (AHD) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOep0xKQY6Q14:20 Kelly Byrne's 1016 paper at ITRS on 'Fire Department High Directionals' http://itrsonline.org/fire-department-high-directionals-in-urban-environments/35:10 National Fire Academy paper https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/tr-081.pdfAdditional Resources: Aerial Physics http://www.lacountyfirefighters.org/images/shared/Apparatus_Operator/KME_Aerial_Manual/BSUB3_LACFFASSOC_2010_KME_AerialCat_Manual_Aerial_Physics.pdf Important Warning:Many of the activities discussed in this podcast pose a very substantial risk of serious injury or death.Products and techniques discussed in this podcast are intended for use by specially trained professionals.Technical rescue, rappelling, climbing and the training involved are very hazardous activities. Each situation has its own unique conditions and must be evaluated by those present. Effective risk management comes from experience, proper training and good personal judgment.CMC is not liable for any damages arising from abuse or improper use of the techniques or equipment discussed in this podcast.Topics discussed are the ideas and opinions of each individual.Department protocol and regulations should always take precedence. 

Gray returns to the podcast after a hiatus to talk about how he's trying to reconnect to the joy of kink. He talks about his writing on medium ( http://medium.com/@graymiller ) and also reads an excerpt from his work-in-progress, "The Dance of Smoke & Ash". Finally you get to hear a live recording of his performance at the Flow Erotic Cabaret at the Austin 2019 ROPECRAFT. Special thanks to Madame Posh for that! Many thanks to our sponsor Lee Allure ( http://facebook.com/SpiralEyeSoap  ) as well as listeners like you contributing through http://patreon.com/graydancer .

Fox and Mya interview @Jake_Wing about his view on the changing nature of the rope bondage scene, the influences he’s seen come and go, the Austin rope scene, and his most memorable experiences with rope. Listen to this interview to hear Jake’s thoughts on: * Dark rope versus friendly rope * Chinese Rope Bondage and how Jake was influenced by Bruce Lee * Eastern versus Western Rope Bondage and how they’ve mixed over time * Where rope fits in the wider BDSM community * What’s changed the most in rope bondage over time * Accessibility, consent and what the rope community needs to figure out next * The two most important things riggers need to pay attention to And much more! Jake’s been in the scene for many years, and ran a bondage website in the early days of the internet from 2000 with his wife. He’s taught at a number of venues, including Ropecraft, and is one of the team who run the Austin Rope Slingers, Texas, USA.

On May 26th, 2019 in Chicago Illinois at ROPECRAFT six artists-in-residence ( Marceline VQ, Mr. Beck, The ArtistFromBeyond, Corinne, Stressykitty, and Jazzibel) met for a panel moderated by Graydancer. They explored a lot of topics, and agreed to have them shared here on the podcast! Comments? Questions? Contact graydancer@gmail.com

We sat down with BDSM & rope bondage superstars, Graydancer & Naiia, to talk about the BDSM “scene”. Some assume this group is ripe with open communication, ethical behavior, and clearly negotiated consent because those concepts are cornerstones of BDSM. It turns out kink communities have their fair share of toxicity and inequity too-- just like most other social groups. Gray & Naiia share some innovative perspectives on these issues and discuss possible solutions. They’ve even implemented some themselves, namely popularizing an “open source” style conference model that is revolutionizing the way the rope and kink communities operate. Interestingly, this conversation doesn’t just apply to kink-- most communities (yoga, theater, work groups, bowling leagues-- you name it!) can benefit from this episode. Appropriately we recorded this live at the COPE BDSM conference which was the perfect backdrop! (Original photo used in our episode art by Mistress Mayhem) Call in your BDSM & sex advice questions to our voicemail line 773-MUFF-TOY (we may play your message on air) or by email to americansexpodcast@gmail.com To support American Sex podcast, please visit patreon.com/americansex (plus you’ll get all episodes early, secret episodes, bonus stories from guests, blooper reels, stuff in the mail & more!) Enter our monthly sex toy giveaway at sunnymegatron.com/prettyloveford Get friendly with us on Twitter at @AmericanSexPod or visit sunnymegatron.com or americansexpodcast.com Join our mailing list by texting MEGATRON to 444999 Sunny & Ken, xo! ____________________________________ Episode 52 Links Graydancer Website  http://graydancer.com Naiia Website  http://naiiabound.com Grue Website http://GRUE.space Ropecraft Website  http://ROPECRAFT.net $10 off Ropecraft Austin, TX in October 2018 with code SUNNY Graydancer “kinky sketchnotes” Patreon http://patreon.com/graydancer Graydancer Twitter https://twitter.com/Graydancer Naiia Twitter https://twitter.com/naiia Kink Academy online learning video library  http://bit.ly/kinkacademy Uberrime Dildos https://www.peepshowtoys.com/collections/uberrime-handmade-dildos Sunny Megatron Instagram/IGTV (please help us get to 10k to unlock more business features!) instagram.com/sunnymegatron $100 off Midori’s Forte Femme  August (San Fransisco) - use code sunny http://www.fortefemme.com/ Episode 52 Sponsor & Giveaway Info 10% off your entire peepshowtoys.com order with code SUNNY. Pretty Love Ford clitoral silicone stimulator giveaway ($69 value) provided by Castle Megastore. Entrants must be over 18, US resident, no purchase necessary. Visit the giveaway page for details and to enter: http://sunnymegatron.com/prettyloveford 20% off your order at http://castlemegastore.com when you use code SUNNY at checkout (limited restrictions apply)

Coming from Australia, Eternal Angel talks about finding the "edge" of your play, how pro-domming intersects with kink community, and gives us a taste of her new class "Consent & Navigation", coming soon to a ROPECRAFT near you! This episode was brought to you courtesy of Twisted Monk http://twistedmonk.graydancer.com  use the code "ROPECRAFT" to get a special gift with your order and Lee Allure http://facebook.com/SpiralEyeSoap  as well as listeners like you contributing through http://patreon.com/graydancer .  

Gray is still recovering from the awesomeness that was ROPECRAFT, and he spends some time sharing both highlights and also some of the things he hopes to improve for the next one. This show was brought to you by: * http://twistedmonk.com * http://LeeAllure.com Please visit their sites and thank them for supporting this podcast! You can also support the podcast directly by becoming a patron: http://www.patreon.com/graydancer  

What do you get when you cross a Doctor of Infectious Disease Research with a kinkster? You get (Dr.) Aerabelle, who talks in this podcast about the realities of risk perception and how it applies to sexuality and BDSM. We also talk boots, teaching, and get a preview of his upcoming classes at ROPECRAFT! Full show notes available on the Wednesday after release at Graydancer's http://patreon.com/graydancer blog . This show was brought to you by: * http://twistedmonk.com * http://JapaneseBound.com   Please visit their sites and thank them for supporting this podcast!

Parker Ropeboi has been teaching kink for over a decade, and follows up our crypto-kink podcast with a conversation about how other toys like stun guns or batons might be illegal. She also discusses her passion for self-suspension and the classes she's looking forward to producing for ROPECRAFT. This podcast is made possible by TwistedMonk.com and JapaneseBound.com. You should let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff. Thank the patrons who made this podcast possible - and maybe consider becoming a patron yourself at http://patreon.com/graydancer !

It's been a while, but there were little things like a big rope event and the fall of Western Civilization happening. Gray tells a little bit of the behind-the-scenes experience of equipment at ROPECRAFT. Then he addresses the first bit of an ongoing practice of talking about being safer as an alt-sex enthusiast in a potentially dangerous society. Finally he talks about the interesting ways other subcultures view the consent practices in Kink. This podcast is made possible by KarmaRope.com and TwistedMonk.com . You should let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff. You can also support the podcast directly by signing up to be a patron at http://patreon.com/graydancer - we're especially trying to get funds so that we can transcribe the consent podcasts and make them more easily accessible!

Gray talks about how having a cape (or some other form of The Reveal) can both spice up your scenes and even enrich your relationships. He also talks about the upcoming "Ropewalker's Roundtable", hosted by Diamond Blue, which was just added to the Ropecraft class list. He also shocks the world by announcing the End of the Ropecast! This podcast will be called "Graydancer's Ropecast" from now on, as we continue to cover subjects beyond (but not excluding!) rope bondage. This podcast is made possible KarmaRope.com and TwistedMonk.com . You should let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff. You can also support the podcast directly by signing up to be a patron at http://patreon.com/ropecast - we're especially trying to get funds so that we can transcribe the consent podcasts and make them more easily accessible!

Fresh from the San Diego GRUE, Gray talks with his friend and play partner Sanger about how the way a community responds to injury can help recovery. They are joined by Grand Master David (producer of the ROPECRAFT event) and the three riff on experiences and attitudes in the kink scene in general. IMAGE: Ojipan tying Sanger  This podcast is made possible KarmaRope.com and TwistedMonk.com . You should  let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff. You can also support the podcast directly by signing up to be a patron at http://patreon.com/ropecast - we're especially trying to get funds so that we can transcribe the consent podcasts and make them more easily accessible!

Graydancer at Bondage Expo Dallas 2016 Interviews ShatteredPulse and the Knotty_AcroCats about their combination of acro and tying that is going to be coming to the ROPECRAFT in New Orleans! You can see more of their work at: * https://fetlife.com/u...

This podcast starts with some words from Ferrett about how people can react constructively to consent accusations. Then Gray reads from the actual report of a consent incident involving Rashomon at Ropecraft Austin. It illustrates the concept and the ways it both works and can be improved.   This podcast is made possible by KarmaRope.com ! BastardRopes.com also contributed towards this production. You should  let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff - at "Pay What You Can" prices.   You can also support the podcast directly by signing up to be a patron at http://patreon.com/ropecast .

Artist and educator Coral Mallow joins Lee for a dive into art, consent of the viewer, and the bridge that curiosity offers into a world of possibility. Just because someone explains life or sexual potential we cannot understand it until we try, and together they examine affects art, life, and how we can expand the human landscape with the power of ALSO. Stories change lives, and so does the exploration of our own heart. . Passion And Soul Podcast:iTunes Subscription: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-soul-podcast-by-lee/id840372122RSS Feed: http://passionandsoul.libsyn.com/rssPast MP3 files: http://passionandsoul.libsyn.comPassionAndSoul Audio Page: http://passionandsoul.com/audioStitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/erotic-awakening-podcast/passion-and-soulErotic Awakening Network: http://www.eroticawakening.com/podcast Coral Mallow Information: Website: http://www.coralmallow.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coral.mallow Tumblr: https://fetlife.com/users/406306Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coralmallow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoralMallowFetLife.com: https://fetlife.com/users/406306 Links, Events, People and Movies Mentioned: Winter Wickedness, Columbus (5-7 February 2016):http://www.adventuresinsexuality.org/WICKED/index.html RopeCraft, Austin (19-21 February 2016): http://ropecraft.net/ KinkFest, Portland OR (25-27 March 2016): http://www.kinkfest.org/ …sponsored by Kinky Medical: http://www.kinkymedical.net/ Deborah Addington: http://www.deborahaddington.com/ University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Jewelry Program: http://www.umassd.edu/cvpa/undergraduate/artisanry/jewelry/Gorilla Girls: http://www.guerrillagirls.com/Traversing Gender: Understanding Transgender Realities by Lee Harrington: http://www.amazon.com/Traversing-Gender-Understanding-Transgender-Realities/dp/194273381X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=pass-20The Adventures of Baron von Munchausen: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096764/ Time Bandits: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081633/ China Miéville: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/China_Mi%C3%A9ville Rome BDSM Conference (4-6 March 2016): http://romebdsmconference.com/en/ 18th International Women Lesbian Trans* Inter BDSM Conference, Berlin, Germany (2427 March 2016): http://www.osterkonferenz.com/Spring Fling Leather Fest, New Orleans (14-17 April 2016):https://www.springflingleatherfest.com/noble-2/ Lee's Upcoming Events/Appearances:http://passionandsoul.com/appearances/ Lee Harrington Contact Information:http://www.PassionAndSoul.comhttp://www.FetLife.com/passionandsoulhttp://twitter.com/#!/PassionAndSoulhttps://www.facebook.com/lee.harringonhttps://www.facebook.com/passionandsoul

Thanks to @Steel_Magnolia this podcast is coming your way, with two bonus episodes later in the week. Gray presents two interviews with Shay and Sterling where they talk about pre-certification, the perception and reality of self-suspension, Chinese bondage scenes, and much more! This has been brought to you by my sponsors, Karma Rope and Bastard Ropes! Please let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast by buying their stuff - or at least telling them they're cute!

Freshly back from traveling to FAPCON2 and Beyond Vanilla, Gray is surprised to find that his ranting about using ice to treat bondage-related injuries is not as relevant as he thought (thanks, Shay!).  He also talks about great classes from Tifereth, Frozen Merseaut, Aeolis Est, and Master George and Slave Bren. There is a bit about puppies & monksaks, too. You'll have to forgive Gray for then talking a bit about the excitement of planning ROPECRAFT, but it really is going to be great. If you haven't got tickets yet, pre-sale prices end on October 31, so get them while you can! This episode brought to you by Moco Jute and the generous Ropecast patrons!