Resident bear, kink, and daddy expert Craig joins us to explore guys in the fetish world who love to strike up a cigars for social and sexual pleasure. We explore scarification and branding, ash play, subs and does in the leather community, and how we reduce harms associated with smoking if engaging in smoke play. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Craig at @bear_overboard Melbourne Cigar Men website: https://melbournecigarmen.wordpress.com/ Melb...
Aug 21, 2024•43 min
Grab your joystick and get ready to game, boy. In the biggest crossover event since Super Smash Bros, Luke and Elliot from the team at Checkpoint port over to the naughty side on Hide and Seek. Giving a 1-up to gaming, Checkpoint is JOY's weekly show for for game news, reviews, interviews where you can catch all the latest releases and big discussions as we break down the most popular and constantly evolving medium in the world, from a uniquely queer perspective. This week, we're exploring the w...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr
Laird Leatherman 2024 Jay returns, bringing along Brett from the Laird to chat about the upcoming A Week of Leather events. We chat about Jay's charity, Rainbow Railroad, and supporting community abroad and in our own leather backyard. Brett shares a little about the history of AWOL and what we can expect, what to wear to what events, and connecting with our leather community. Jay was recently up in Sydney for Sydney Leather Week - and massive congrats to Sydney Mr Leather 2024 in Timo and Sydne...
Jul 31, 2024•56 min
Michael is back from his Hot Girl European Summer to spill the beans on beach bears, european sex clubs, and nearly getting arrested at the airport. We also share what's news with Mpox with cases on the rise - and what to look out for, particularly if you've just returned from your own hot girl european summer. Resources Victoria Thorne Harbour Health Mpox info Better Health Channel Mpox info NSW ACON Mpox info Tasmania Sexual Health info from TasChard Western Australia WAAC Mpox info NT NTAHC M...
Jul 24, 2024•51 min
Tim and Jon journey through the world of sex and disability with CJ and Grant. We talk about accessibility in kink spaces, and navigating sex and kink with our mental and physical limitations. We talk getting inventive with flashcards, pro dommes, and the occasional apparatus for enhancing pleasure. Podcast photo by SHVETS production on Pexels * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s some...
Jul 18, 2024•50 min
Tim and Jon take a peek behind the fur with content creator, dancer, model and comic, Gabe Woods. Gabe tells us about his journey as a content creator, his experiences with censorship, being part of a new art exhibition and branching out into adult comedy. Plus, we find out just what happened with Sophie Ellis Bextor. Gabe Woods can be found on Instagram, TikTok or on his website * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 18 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ h...
Jun 18, 2024•51 min
In the final part of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Super Immersive 3D Holographic Streaming Journey, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig talk about their journeys with JOY and Hide and Seek, and why they each use the platform to promote sex and kink positivity. Plus a special listener wins a prize as part of JOY Radiothon 2024! Craig was last on Hide and Seek in the Summer as a special guest host from Episodes 153 - 160. CJ last appeared during our Episode 122 - Hurts So Good * This episode originally aired Tu...
Jun 08, 2024•12 min
In part 7 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Grand Gallery Exhibition, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig discuss the world of adult art with Laird Leatherman 2017, Jim Addinsall. Jim was last on Hide and Seek in Episode 18 Look Good In Leather * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hideandseek@joy.org.au This episode wa...
Jun 08, 2024•13 min
In part 6 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Live Concert World Tour, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig hear from Demasque Magazine's very own Star! Star is the founder of Demasque Magasine and organises events and education to connect newcomers to the world of kink! * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hideandseek@jo...
Jun 08, 2024•15 min
In part 5 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Stadium Extravaganza, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig bring back the always amazing Spencer Colt. Spencer previously joined the team for Episode 151 You’re a Big Boy Now and Episode 137 Spice Guys * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hideandseek@joy.org.au This episode wa...
Jun 08, 2024•14 min
In part 3 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Saga, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig meet the dominatrix who teaches others how to do it, Mistress Electra. Mistress Electra has been a professional dominatrix for over 30 years, and teaches skills to people entering the industry. * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hid...
Jun 07, 2024•20 min
In part 3 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Cinematic Universe, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig catch back up with Odus Moore to talk mooore about Sexual Health advocacy. Odus originally appeared on Hide and Seek in Episode 166 PEP Talk * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hideandseek@joy.org.au This episode was re...
Jun 07, 2024•12 min
In part 2 of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Saga, Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig get Joenas Galinato back in the hotseat to talk about Southern Hibearnation, and the Bear community in the Philippines. Joenas originally appeared on Hide and Seek in Episode 157 Who Bears Wins * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hid...
Jun 07, 2024•12 min
Tim, Jon, CJ and Craig launch into the start of the Hide and Seek Radiothon Spectacular * This episode originally aired Tuesday, June 4 2024 on JOY * Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at hideandseek@joy.org.au This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yaluk-ut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerg...
Jun 07, 2024•8 min
Michael, Tim and Jon talk all things travel and the do's and don't's of taking kink gear, medication and more when you travel. What should you do about your PrEP? What sort of gear travels well? What should you find out about the places you visit before you go? Later, the team talks about the latest on MPOX cases and vaccination, and keeping informed about travel alerts. Hot stuff Down an'Dirty's Kink on a Budget video, with ideas for travel friendly kink Southern Hibearnation - June 8th to 16th...
May 29, 2024
Pup Wolf joins us to share a litte about the new VIC-PAH event, Bark After Dark - the group's first event with a sex focus. Wolf shares a little about the pup community, finding safe spaces online and in person, and supporting the pups to get... connected. Later, Michael and Jon talk about news improving HIV prevention programs in the Federal Budget, and the latest on MPOX cases and vaccination Hot stuff Victorian Pups and Handlers Bark After Dark Tickets - Saturday 25 May Mpox vaccination infor...
May 22, 2024•49 min
Sir A and FFunotter join the show to talk about lockdown (no, no, not that!) We are exploring chastity, cages, and restricting or delaying gratification. We're here to unpack (pardon the pun) what devices work for what anatomy, some tips for travel, and finding other... activities to do while locked up. This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty wa...
May 15, 2024•54 min
Time for a pep talk, well, a PEP talk that is. We are joined by queer content creator Odus Moore to share a little about self advocating in healthcare settings as an LGBTIQ+ person. Recently, Odus needed to access PEP - medication to prevent HIV after a recent exposure - and was met with some perceived queer phobia and didn't walk away with the medication they needed. PEP can be taken to prevent HIV after a recent exposure - but needs to be taken within 72 hours. And, the earlier the better. Odu...
Apr 30, 2024•47 min
Here to talk affirming trans consent, Michael and Jon are joined by Starlady, the Program Manager at Zoe Belle Gender Collective! With a passion for social justice and a commitment to equity, Starlady tackles discrimination head-on through advocacy, education, and community development. Starlady has worked with remote Indigenous communities and appeared on ABC’s trans focused episode of “You Can’t Ask That” Zoe Belle Gender Collective recently launched new 18+ resources discussing sex and consen...
Apr 30, 2024•49 min
Content creator Down Under Bri returns to Hide and Seek to recount his journey to the JustForFans conference. Bri shares some of the more titillating panels and plenaries on everything from adult performer taxes, collaborating, and building networks in the world of spicy content. Bri uncovers some of the pomp and circumstance behind content creation, and some of the more prolific creators being more shy than you'd anticipate! Bri travelled through LA and even made a stop at the Trixie Motel, mee...
Apr 17, 2024•47 min
Open relationships? For gays? Groundbreaking. Michael, Tim, and Jon explore what it means when your relationship is flexible. As all three of us are in open relationships, we discuss the pros and cons of exploring sex, intimacy, and love with more than one person - be that casual or in a polyamorous situation. We overcome jealousy, and increase communication, communication, communication! We also congratulate the newly sashed Mr International Puppy, Pup Jaxx - who traveled to Chicago to the Inte...
Apr 11, 2024•49 min
Globetrotting twink and certified smol boi Benny Fox aka @melbournetwink returns to share his experiences of sex work, content creation, and sex worker safety when travelling. We discuss all things from chemsex for content creators, open relationships, and travelling solo in conservative US states. Find and follow Benny on all manner of social media and spicy sites via linktr.ee/melbournetwink Benny last joined us on our episode Sex Shooter to talk about sex worker legislation and decriminilisat...
Mar 26, 2024•49 min
This week is the return of Tim! Yes, we're recapping Tim's hot girl summer with some Tim Tales. We've got a little something for everyone with tales of fisting, getting caught on a country road, and understall in the uni toilets. Share your hot girl summer action and activities with us via our socials or shoot us an email! This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut-Weelam Clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge...
Mar 19, 2024•52 min
This episode is the tits, literally! As we look forward to Dark Pink Hanky party in April, we explore nipple fanatics, tit torturers, and those who flag dark pink. We also explore some of the more problematic (and thankfully retired) hanky codes. Jon, Michael and Craig explore their own hanky faves - and get into the nitty gritty about the titty. Hanky code info taken from The Saint Foundation Check out Emen8's guide on The gay handkerchief code and its unusual origins Find your favourite hanky ...
Feb 21, 2024•49 min
Newly sashed Laird Leatherman 2024 Jay joins us to talk about the dust settling on his competition night. We talk about our formative leather experiences, opening our community up to more diverse communities, and leading with kindness in the community. Jay reflects on his exceptional stage presentation including milk and hotdogs, Madonna, and money! A massive shout out to the four other competitors, Alex, Angelo, JJ, and Sir Z who all put themselves forward. We extended out chat after the boradc...
Feb 14, 2024•57 min
Laird Leatherman 2024 Jay hangs around after our episode went to air for the Sextras, our podcast exclusive content. We chat about Eagle having two title holders on staff, Craig having a sash son, representing community internationally, and supporting disadvantage or displaced queer people overseas. Another massive shout out to the four other competitors, Alex, Angelo, JJ, and Sir Z who all did an amazing job. Don't forget to tune in to the main episode (Side A) Find Jay at @jockbox on instagram...
Feb 14, 2024•22 min
We discuss the recent poop related incident at the Beef Dip party in Puerto Vallarta, and how one comes to be stuck in a pool with an uninvited floater in the mix - and what the fuck you do in such a situation. Photo by Hannah Pemberton on Unsplash This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au...
Feb 06, 2024•10 min
Stu and Rob join us to talk about beats and the art of cruising. We chat about why cruising is important to queer men, what makes a visit go right, and keeping safe while frolicking about town. Beat safety and health info can be found at downandirty.org and whereversexhappens.org This weeks episode image provided in part by Photo by Marco Chilese on Unsplash This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, p...
Feb 06, 2024•52 min
Jon and extra special guest Craig are joined by our newst bear title holder, Joenas - Mr Vicbears 2024. Joenas shares with us why he wanted to step up and put his best paw forward to represent his bear community, and what it means to share brotherly love amongts bears. Special shout out to Scott, Nick, Cam, Morgan, and Mr Congeniality Justin for an incredible comp and doing their community proud. And stepping down, but not forgotten - our outgoing Mr Vicbears 2023 Jonny who joined us last year f...
Feb 02, 2024•48 min
Laird Leatherman Craig, our special guest, returns to join us in exploring what it means to exist as non-binary individuals in spaces traditionally defined by gender. We're also joined by Haydan from Eagle Leather and Melbourne Rubber for this insightful conversation. During our discussion, we delve into topics such as cis-presenting privilege within our transgender community, the vital aspect of radical visibility, and the implications of gendered titles like 'LeatherMAN' for individuals who do...
Jan 23, 2024•57 min
