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COL821: The Decline of Bear Culture?

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In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, the guys return to a familiar topic to give it a deeper look. After recently discussing the future of bear runs (see COL818), new developments and losses to the bear community at large give the cubs reason to readdress this uncertainty. Taking time to deliberate the history and potential decline of bear culture, listen in as the guys discuss what the future holds for the community. Is it truly dying out or is it shifting and molding into something new.

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In episode 818, we talked about the future of bear runs here in the US. In the past couple of weeks, we found out that another bear run is coming to an end. A tech founder from the earliest days for the bear online culture foundation left this mortal coil. 

Recently some were informed of the passing of one of the founders of the Bear Mailing List, aka the infamous BML in 1986. For those that don’t know, 

The Bears’ Mailing List (aka BML) is an Internet mailing list in digest format for gay and bisexual men who are bears themselves and for those who enjoy the company of bears. It is hosted by Roger Klorese and Henry Mensch. The BML is designed to be a forum to bring together folks with similar interests for conversation, friendship and sharing of experiences. Steve Dyer and Brian Gollum started the mailing list in  August 1988, and since then it has grown to a community of more than 1400 men (and a few women) world-wide.  On average, a new digest 20-30K bytes long arrives via email every other day or so. Source: http://www.qrd.org/qrd/electronic/email/bears 

As founders and developers leave our lives, are we seeing the decline of Bear Culture at large? As we are facing an aging population, the question begs what of the Bear Culture at large? Or is this only happening here in the United States? Perhaps we’re entering a new chapter where things will be different than before

Does the Bear pride flag have meaning anymore? Does the return of the Bear History Project foretell that we need to document and archive our community before it’s gone?

 

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COL812: LTAS: The Rise of Bi Men

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In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s time for another Let’s Talk About Sex. This time around, the guys focus on bisexual men and discuss their sudden rise. As sexuality becomes more flexible, listen as the cubs give their thoughts on this uptick in bi- and heteroflexible folks on the apps. Is it that more men are becoming comfortable in expressing their desires or is it something else?

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We’re returning to our series Let’s Talk About Sex and this time the focus is on bisexual men. Are they on the rise? Do we see real numbers increasing of bi-men? Are guys finding the environment warmer or friendlier than before? Is the Sniffies site changing the way dudes find a sexual outlet?

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COL787: WGO: May 2025

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In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s our What’s Going On for the month of May. As the final month of spring comes to an end, listen in as the guys share their recent transitions in life. From the good and bad and all that’s in between, the cubs get you up to speed on their month of honor.

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  • COL784: WGO: April 2025
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COLDR: S17E03: Bitch I’m a Drag Queen & RDR Live!

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In this episode of COL Drag Race ‘T-Time’, Gary and Damon bring you another fabulous installment. This time, the queens are entertaining as they create eye-catching commercials and parody late Saturday night TV. From drag delusion to popcorn-grabbing drama, listen as the guys share their feelings about the race. Is it entertainment or is it an annoyance?

Put the Pedal to the Metal:

  • Serve(s):  
    • [Damon] – Ep 4: Maxi-Challenge Self-Referral & Ep. 5: Jewels’ Pink Lady
    • [Gary] – Ep 4: Crystal Envy Runway & Ep 5: Lexi Love’s coming out reveal
  • Swerve(s): 
    • [Damon] – Ep 4: Who’s That Judge? & Ep. 5: Lydia Doesn’t Do GG
    • [Gary] – Ep 4: Michelle upstaged Ru?? & Ep 5: Lydia B Kollins runway
  • Nerve(s): 
    • [Damon] – Ep 4: Crystal’s Tumbleweed! & Ep. 5: Arrietty’s Spiral
    • [Gary] – Ep 4: Joella’s Quilt Pandering & Ep 5: Crystal Envy’s Popped Gum

Snaps & Eyerolls:

  • Snaps for… 
    • [Damon] – Ep 5: Now That’s an Untucked!!
    • [Gary] – Ep 4: Onya “Last” Nurve! & Ep 5: Onya “Ain’t Afraid” Nurve
  • Eyerolls for… 
    • [Damon] – Ep 5: Badonka Tank Obviousness
    • [Gary] – Ep 4: Kori King, Kori King, Kori King & Ep 5: No more saves??

 

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