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COL715: LTA… The Future of Events

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s time for another installment in the Let’s Talk About… series. Damon’s out on travel this week and we’re excited to have PupZeo return for a chat about the changes in recent years to events for LGBTQIA+ communities. From volunteerism and feedback to the challenges of feeding the masses, it’s time to line up and enjoy ample servings.

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LTA… The Future of Events

Since the inception of the leather, bear, and kink communities events have been a way for people to come together and share time and space to make memories. With over fifty years of events having occurred, a lot has changed the landscape. From the digital revolution to worldwide pandemics, now we’re looking at how things have evolved. But has it all been for the betterment of the experience for attendees? Are there areas that need work? What opportunities are there for the coming years of activities?

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COL657: World Pet 2021

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, with Damon on assignment out of town, Gary and Jeff welcome AJ aka Pup Zeo, the first and current World Pet 2021! With the end of his reign coming to an end at World Bear Weekend in September 2022, Zeo discusses the joys of being a pet titleholder, the trials of being a new titleholder and the fun of having a title “family”. In addition, the guys welcome all to Orlando for WBW 2022 and invite all to attend as Zeo and his family steps aside to welcome aboard the 2022 title winners. And if you listen carefully, there’s a special code just for our listeners to get a deep discount.

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World Pet 2021

We welcome back AJ / Pup Zeo to discuss the upcoming World Bear Weekend in Orlando FL this coming Sept ’22 as well as what it has been like as the first World Pet title holder.

World Bear Weekend – “Heroes & Villains”

Orlando, FL ~ September 22-25, 2022

WEEKEND PASS PRICING [per person]:

  • Basic: $129 + fees
  • Standard: $159 + fees
  • VIP: $229 + fees
  • Volunteers All-Weekend Pass: $79 + fees
  • Click HERE to Register for a Weekend Pass
  • Be sure to mention the price increase on 8/1. It’s a $20 increase on all-weekend passes.

DAY/NIGHT PASS PRICING [per person]:

  • Thursday 12pm-3am: $50
  • Friday 9am-3am: $80
  • Saturday 9am-3am: $100
  • Nightly after 7pm: $40 each pass
  • Sunday Drag Brunch: $35
  • Just for COL Listeners…WBW will Promo code COL2022 will give $25 off Standard or VIP passes. Expiration to redeem will be 11:59pm on 8/31/22

Yapp App is now live for WBW: The group code is WORLDBEAR. 

WBW Contestant Titles

  • Mr. World Bear
  • Ms. World Bear
  • World Cub
  • World Pet
  • Spirit of the Bear Award
  • Application deadline is 8/15. No exceptions.

Virtual Mock Interviews Event

  • Thursday August 4, 2022
  • 7pm-9pm ET
  • Via Zoom – link above is for the Facebook event 

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COL506: OTR: CLAW ‘19

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, Damon and Gary take a break from the activities of Cleveland Leather Annual Weekend 2019 to talk about their experiences. Who learned about cruising and which of them focused on self-care?

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CLAW ‘19

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COL475: World Bear Weekend 2nd Ed.

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s TAKE TWO as the guys are joined by Adam Rodriguez-Routt, owner and producer of World Bear Weekend. With its initial event launching later this month, the cubs interview Adam to hash out the creation, mission and fun times planned! Learn about this inaugural gathering of papa bears, momma bears, cubs, admirers, and more. In this Take Two, the cubs dig a little deeper into the event to get more info about the goings-on of the weekend.
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What’s Going On?
  • Jeff: We Are Highmountain
  • Damon: Gettin’ Judgey With It
  • Gary: Pride Picnic Success
  • Adam: T-Minus 10 Days…

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World Bear Weekend
  • First of its kind…yes?
  • Why create it now? And why Lexington KY?
  • What is the mission/goal of the event?
  • What is planned to take place?
  • What options are available for attendees? Run passes, day/evening passes, vendor market public?
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COL474: World Bear Weekend

Warning: This episode’s audio has an echo due to the use of new streaming process. The issue has been cleared up and the audio will be back to normal in the next episode.  We decided not to release an audio version as we cannot remove the echo.  Please listen as Gary and Jeff discuss what happened.

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, the guys are joined by Adam Rodriguez-Routt, owner and producer of World Bear Weekend. With its initial event launching later this month, the cubs interview Adam to hash out the creation, mission and fun times planned! Learn about this inaugural gathering of papa bears, momma bears, cubs, admirers, and more.

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What’s Going On?

  • Jeff: Two Interviews
  • Damon: Best of Intentions…
  • Gary: Something on the Horizon?

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World Bear Weekend

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