In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, Jeff forgets to turn on his mic and the cubs are joined by returning guest Drew to discuss a rather impactful topic. Before and during the pandemic, LGBTQ+ spaces have been shutting their doors as it becomes financially difficult to maintain them. Listen in as the guys share their thoughts on what the true cost of losing these spaces might be and how others may be able to survive post-COVID.
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As the pandemic swept across the globe, LGBTQ+ spaces in the US faced financial devastation. From online fundraising, new owners, to closures – what have we lost? Will the community be able to recover in the future when pandemic is behind us?
Some of the known closures include:
Cuties, Flaming Saddles, Gold Coast, Gym Bar, Rage – West Hollywood, California, USA
Menz & Mollyz Bar – Halifax, Alberta, Canada
Boom! Nightclub – Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s another Let’s Talk About Kink. The guys are again joined by Tony aka Cubziz to discuss gear. In this second part, the cubs get into the ownership and usage of gear. From intent of the usage to safety and storage, listen as the cubs start getting deeper into the larger aspects of gear.
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Let’s Talk About Kink: Gear – Part 2
We’re joined one again by kinky boy Tony aka Cubziz for a chat about the ‘gear’ we see and experience when it comes to leather/BDSM/kink.
For yourself, your jollies or for others’ and/or their jollies.
Not always for yourself. Especially in role playing, you may not have an interest in a particular “gear” set, but they may, so your purpose is to arouse them and you enjoy the benefit, in that case.
But this CAN change… and frequently does. Someone who learns that they look damned hot in gear and they can get more action that way… will probably begin associating that extra sex with the gear, and thus it becomes seuxalized.
I mention because this will adjust the approach.
For yourself, being aroused by the wearing of the uniform… you may be happy with just a basic piecemeal uniform.
For yourself, but maybe for an image or concept of power… you may put your best into that uniform to achieve EXACTLY what you want.
Use Leather as an example here. I can throw a harness on or I can be dressed in full cow, both would make me a leatherman, but one is a bit more involved. Neither is more important, but today I may want a full cow attire, the next day a jock and harness are fine. But you determine your level of involvement for yourself there. (Likewise, if I’m going to a formal leather dinner, just the harness may not be acceptable in that context…)
Lastly, some people want it because of how it looks.
It isn’t necessarily a fetish, but it does get attention from others.
For example, this is a gear fetish item, but penis “packers” can be used as a confidence builder, showing a bit of a bulge. Even if it isn’t flesh, THEY feel better with their projection and thus enjoy it. (Even if it isn’t in a sexual way, just in a “normal” capacity.)
Each person determines their own purpose for the gear.
Cups are another example of an item that crosses between toy gear and fetish gear. Worn with a football uniform, it would be part of that uniform. Worn under a pair of tight fitting jeans… that may just be the toy gear side of things. Worn with a speedo… that might confuse people. But it could excite someone with that same fetish. 😉
On owning and using…
Before buying, determine your proper storage and cleaning.
Some sportsgear, for example, wrestling singlets needs to be treated better than your daily jeans. (Never throw a singlet in with anything that has a zipper in fact, or the zippers will shred the lycra and you’ll have a billion burrs.)
But fireman’s attire? Pfft… Chuck that into the fastest roughest cycle in the washer and it’ll be the exact same when it comes out. It is desire to survive freaking fire after all.
And on storage, leather needs certain levels of conditioning and needs to stay in certain humidity levels, can’t get wet, etc.
Whereas a white football uniform can have grass/whatever stains and it’s acceptable. Likewise to clean you throw it into the washer with a ton of bleach. Don’t do that with your leather!
Safety is another factor.
If you want to get into football attire because you want to do tackling drills, then you probably want a full set of pads.
If you are wearing it to the crowded bar, you probably DON’T want the full set of pads *unless it is a uniform night where you might*.
Don’t wear JUST a speedo to the bar in the middle of winter. But in summer, by all means.
Don’t wear a ghillie suit in the hottest part of summer either. You risk your life there from overheating. (fireman gear is the same problem.)
In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s another Let’s Talk About Kink! This show is about bootblacking and the cubs are joined by Ray Smith, previous NAB titleholder and recently sashed International Community Bootblack 2018. Listen in as the guys talk about what bootblacking is and learn more about this valuable service to the leather/kink community.
Bootblacking is the practice of caring for boots, shoes, and other leather apparel. While the term “bootblack” originates from the 1800s, in recent years the practice has experienced an increase in popularity in the Leather subculture. Bootblacks are commonly found in leather and leather-friendly bars, providing their services to the bars patrons. [From the online resource: The Bootblack Wiki]
In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s another Let’s Talk About Sex! For this topic, we start the discussion about playspace etiquette. Listen in as we give the dos and don’ts about your favorite back bar space, dark room, bathhouse, frolic and mingle rooms. So, should you enter a playroom chatting on your cellphone while eating a plate of nachos?
Chester: Apt Approved, packing, and Evan’s first drive-in
Gary: July is here!
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Ches Clark SHOW NOTE [re: COL421]: I realized after the fact that I didn’t get in the whole story about my birthday dinner. (I think I cut myself off because I felt like I was monopolizing and rambling on.) That being said, I wanted to make a small addendum, especially given that I was giving someone who wasn’t present to defend himself a bit of a hard time. Brady *did* sincerely apologize for initiating the song and spectacle debacle as part of owning up to it, and had no idea beforehand that I was so vehemently opposed to that sort of public display. He truly did feel terrible about it afterward, but I was just in no mood to hear it at the time. He was just trying to be playful and funny, and so for those who might be worried about him getting “two black marks in my little book,” have no fear–most of that accounting business is tongue-in-cheek. Brady and I are very much okay with each other. Cheers!
Re: COL421: Greg Ballard I would love to do a co host spot someday. Love this channel! Watching right now!
I’m looking for some movie recommendations! I’m after a movie featuring the bear/chub community. Romantic, drama, comedy – all work. Not looking for a porn flick but sex scenes are fine. I’ve heard BearCity might be a good place to start. What are some others? Maybe some ideas on the next @cubsoutloud? Thanks Tumblr folks!
Rotundaplomb in re: to COL420: State of the Community 2017
Wish I could have stayed for more of the live stream. You miss so many of Gary’s faces on the podcast version. Great list of some Pride documentaries to watch – check the show notes.
FirstRonin in re: to COLSP06: Daddy’s Day Storytime 2017 directed to Hadrian…
I just want to say that you have an amazing voice! No matter what you’re reading or saying, you make me melt a little.
In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, the cubs get back together after a couple of weeks apart and talk about..well, what they have been up to. From jobs and work to taxes and cars, listen in the guys bring us up to speed on their lives.
Chester Beltowski: Just listening to the latest episode (359:Food) and all I’m thinking about is video… By the way, please tell me Uncle Pete will be on future shows, he’s effing hilarious.
Randall Stratton I agree Uncle Pete was very funny and the show was good
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Chris Ransdell: I hope I like the book because it comes in this week!
RJ – Great episode guys…but I must side with Gary Snyder on this one I’d be wondering how the hell to get things out of the sheets to enjoy, but great topic..huge hugs guys
Urbandictionary with Gary
hulu and handjobs: Like netflix and chill, and amazon and anal but with more sexual activity.
Sharkisha: Wanna come over for netflix and chill tonight?