Leather-Clad Consent with Kol

Leather-Clad Consent with Kol

In this conversation, AudryLu Black and Kol discuss the importance of community-owned education in the BDSM and leather communities. They explore the role of consent classes, the significance of non-verbal communication, and the impact of online communities. The discussion also touches on the rich history and values of the leather community. They emphasize the need for inclusivity, community support, and the importance of navigating personal boundaries in BDSM practices. Featured toy/resource: Whiteboard and dry-erase marker FRIES Model – Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific Leather Archives Documentary https://vimeo.com/1012894808 [https://vimeo.com/1012894808] Leather Archives and Museum Article https://www.them.us/story/the-registry-chicago-leather-museum [https://www.them.us/story/the-registry-chicago-leather-museum] Leather History Timeline from The Leather Archives & Museum https://leatherarchives.org/history [https://leatherarchives.org/history] How the Leatherdykes helped change feminism https://ncsfreedom.org/2017/05/07/how-the-leatherdykes-helped-change-feminism/ [https://ncsfreedom.org/2017/05/07/how-the-leatherdykes-helped-change-feminism/] On Leather Values from the Carter/Johnson Library https://carterjohnsonlibrary.com/about-leather [https://carterjohnsonlibrary.com/about-leather] Leather as Radical Kinship - A Leather Title Holder’s Story on PBS NPR Connecticut https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-06-26/connecticut-leather-lgbtq-pride [https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-06-26/connecticut-leather-lgbtq-pride] Leather Underground Magazine https://www.houstonlgbthistory.org/Houston80s/Assorted%20Pubs/Club%20Scene-Los%20Angeles%20794-Niebur/ClubScene12-83.compressed.pdf [https://www.houstonlgbthistory.org/Houston80s/Assorted%20Pubs/Club%20Scene-Los%20Angeles%20794-Niebur/ClubScene12-83.compressed.pdf] Leather Values Demystified https://theflamestribune.com/article-categories/education.html [https://theflamestribune.com/article-categories/education.html] Education Portland Leather Alliance Linktree https://linktr.ee/portland_leather [https://linktr.ee/portland_leather] Consent, Negotiation, and Dungeon Etiquette for Neurodivergent folks https://fetlife.com/groups/179987 [https://fetlife.com/groups/179987] The National Coalition for Sexual Freedom https://ncsfreedom.org/ [https://ncsfreedom.org/] PLA https://www.portlandleather.org/ [https://www.portlandleather.org/] THRIVE virtual BDSM and Mental Health Conference https://thrivevirtualcon.com/ [https://thrivevirtualcon.com/] Credits: Producers Maypop, Mimic, Siren, Sunflower, Poppy and Zinnia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger.

From Power Lifting to Power Exchange: Training with Goddess Aroya Lessons

Mistress AudryLu Black and Goddess Aroya Lessons examine the intersections of BDSM practice, podcasting, and personal evolution. Their discussion navigates pop culture's influence on identity and relationship dynamics within power exchange. They explore the balance between training and domination and the value of being correctable in leadership. The conversation extends to positioning in dominance and the liberation of authentic self-expression, while addressing community safety practices, and their 'Build to Serve' bootcamp integrating fitness with BDSM elements. A munch is a casual social gathering for people involved in or interested in kink, BDSM, fetishes, or alternative relationship lifestyles. Shoe cleaner, tactile brush for sensation play. Build to Serve Bootcamp is a space intentionally created to help submissives build structure, discipline, devotion, and a deeper understanding of service. It focuses on mindset, obedience, presentation, consistency, and practical tools that support personal growth within power exchange. Elevate and Dommenate podcast: Goddess Aroya Lessons and Orpheus Black dive into the captivating world of alternative dominance. From exploring intentional dom-sub relationships to helping newbies navigate the pro/lifestyle Dom(me) world, this podcast is your invitation to an empowering and unapologetically bold journey with these remarkable Doms. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pxDCyLJiqWE24v9rYy2u9?si=77304216fbe44e47 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pxDCyLJiqWE24v9rYy2u9?si=77304216fbe44e47] Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger.

The Power of Furship with Sharkey & Zander

In this episode, Mistress AudryLu Black, Sharkey, and Zander peel back the curtain of the furry community. They trace the intimate pathways of entry, where conventions become spaces for profound connection and belonging. The conversation navigates the complex architecture of identity, where fursonas emerge not as escapism but as expressions of self. What begins as an exploration of subculture becomes something more: a masterclass in how to build a world where the self can be seen, touched, and celebrated in its most authentic form. They also discuss the vibrant world of the furry art community and how artists find commissions. Sharkey and Zander share resources and recommendations for aspiring artists and enthusiasts. Today’s resources include the written works of: Kyell Gold http://www.kyellgold.com/ [http://www.kyellgold.com/] TJ Minde https://furrywritersguild.com/writers/tj-minde/ [https://furrywritersguild.com/writers/tj-minde/] The Echo Project https://echoproject.itch.io/ [https://echoproject.itch.io/] Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger

Love in a Time of Chronic Illness with Andrew Turner

In this conversation, K. Andrew Turner and Mistress Audry Lu Black dissect the intersection of queerness, identity, and disability. They talk about navigating public spaces engineered for exclusion. Access and accommodation are not generosity; they are the minimum requirements for any community that claims to be inclusive. Their dialogue encompasses love, attraction, and the dynamics of relationships. They unpack informed consent, disclosure in dating, and the ways desire shifts alongside bodies, capacity, and circumstance. Grief is given its due—not as an ending, but as a teacher—and the conversation returns to honest communication. With humor and unflinching vulnerability, this discussion supposes that genuine connection is not accidental. It is built through openness, respect, and the courage to be fully seen. Content warning: Conversation around Grief, medical information, disability and consent Featured toy/resource: Andrew’s Book: Heart, Mind, Blood. You can find it at the link below: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Mind-Blood-Andrew-Turner/dp/163534526X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=heart+mind+blood+skin+turner&qid=1594525538&sr=8-1 [https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Mind-Blood-Andrew-Turner/dp/163534526X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=heart+mind+blood+skin+turner&qid=1594525538&sr=8-1] K. Andrew Turner writes queer, literary and speculative fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in stolen weekday moments. In 2013, he founded East Jasmine Review—an electronic literary journal, with a focus on publishing diverse writers. He was a semifinalist for the 2016 Luminaire Award in poetry. His full-length poetry collection Heart, Mind, Blood, Skin is now available from Finishing Line Press. He also has a chapbook, “Gymlationship” from Arroyo Seco Press His work has also appeared in Chiron Review, LUMMOX, Carnival Literary, Sadie Girl Press, MUSE, Redshift, and other publications and anthologies. Find more at www.kandrewturner.com [http://www.kandrewturner.com] or follow him on X/Instagram/BlueSky @kandrewturner. Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger

Ethical Bratting 101 with Sckratch

In this conversation, Mistress AudryLu Black and Sckratch delve into the nuances of bratting within the BDSM community. They explore the various styles of bratting, emphasizing the importance of respectful interaction, understanding boundaries, and the intent behind teasing. They also explore the playful nature of bratting, contrasting it with petty behavior, and the importance of negotiation in establishing dynamics. The conversation highlights the multifaceted nature of kink, where humor, vulnerability, and emotional safety intertwine to create fulfilling experiences. Toy: NiceLeatherGear Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger