In Part 2 of Boys and Slaves - Shared Experiences, we hear more from boyDonald, slaveJoe, deniedumpling and boyNick about how they each came into making the choice to serve, and what happens when they need to be “corrected”. We delve even deeper into the intimate dynamics of the relationships they have with their Daddies and Masters, their own pers…

In Part 1 of this episode of the Recon Podcast: Boys & Slaves – Shared Experiences, AJFS71 chats with 4 boys (well… 2 boys and 2 slaves). In the BDSM, Kink and Fetish communities, we often hear more from the Daddies, Sirs and Masters and the boys and slaves are often standing by quietly. But today, boyDonald, SlaveJoe, deniedumpling and BoyNick giv…

In this October episode, we are, of course, going to be talking about the increasing popularity of the global trend - Locktober. Ajfs71 is joined by recon member flowfreely, and they talk about his personal experience as a “caged boy - being proudly locked and embracing the beauty of chastity, true submission, his daily cage checks, and being a Kin…

In this episode of the Recon Podcast, ajfs71 has an in-depth and revealing talk with serodiscordant couple - HansBerlinxxx and his partner TimberWoofx. They talk about the sexual and emotional dynamic of the relationship (in porn and in kink) as well as the sexual health advocacy that Hans has been doing with Deutsche Aids Hilfe across Europe for t…

In this episode, we’ll be talking about SEX PARTIES. Have you ever organised a sex party at home? Or have you ever been to someone else’s sex party? Antoin is joined by therapist, author, internal family systems practitioner, and party organiser, Ali Bushell. They talk about the “How To”, some of the dos and don’ts, things every organiser should co…

In this episode ajfs71 is joined by Recon member Kingonjaguar and they talk about BDSM contracts and the law (specifically US Law). They talk about the nuances of making a BDSM contract with a partner, and whether or not it will actually hold up in a legal court of law, and the potential challenges you could face if it doesn’t. Have you thought abo…

In this episode of the Recon Podcast I want to talk about FF - NOT Fisting - that will be for another episode. Let’s talk about Fetish & Fitness. Sounds interesting, right? I'm be joined by Recon member ‘CoachChris’ to talk about the physical and mental aspects of both our physical and mental fitness and the intersection of how both play into our k…

TOTAL POWER EXCHANGE. Is TPE truly TOTAL? What are the rules? How much control do you have? How much control do you give up? Of course, the dynamic differs for every couple. In this episode ajfs71 is joined by Jonas and Jose for what turns out to be not only informative, but an open and revealing talk about their own personal dynamic. Enjoy the epi…

Welcome to Season 4 of the Recon Podcast. To kickstart the season, we get personal with our host, ajfs71, as he opens up for an intimate and revealing tell-all with Michael from BDSM Reimagined. You can also join Michael as Season 5 of BDSM Reimagined begins, and he explores his own sexuality, his kinks and rethinking about how he connects intimate…

In this episode, we’ll be joined by Recon members TheLeatherOtter and Volfgangbang for what I’m sure is going to be a very insightful and juicy talk about the growth in popularity of one of the sexiest annual kink trends – Locktober. This is the last episode of Season 3, and we hope you enjoy this episode.Are you into bondage, chastity, pup play, p…

In this episode of the Recon Podcast we talk about GATEKEEPING, and I do things a bit differently. Instead of having just one guest, I’m joined by 3 – Hunter, Pusckatt ONYX, and Master J Tebias. We have an open discussion about personal experiences, as well as about how various forms of gatekeeping affects this notion of inclusivity and the impact …

In this episode ajfs71 talks about one of the fastest growing, and one of the sexiest sexual practices for gay, bi, curious and straight men – Bating. Today’s guest, Nick Woof (also NickWoof on Recon) - founder of Bator Bro, and The Bromance Club, talks about the rise in popularity and visibility of bators on the kink scene as well as the connectio…

In this ‘Ask The Host’ episode, ajfs71 answers some of your questions about it being your first time at a fetish event, and some of the things you should know. We put it to members on social media to ask us some of the questions they’d like to know about going to fetish events. Our host answers your questions about Venue Rules, Poppers, Dresscode, …

Does Fetish Belong At Pride? In this episode of the Recon Podcast, Antoin (ajfs71) talks with Tom (aka TKLondon) about this pressing question that always sparks fierce debate during pride season around morality, ethics, the continued fight for visibility and inclusivity and just who decides which part of the broader LGBTQ+ community has the right t…

Mental Health is a topic which should never become irrelevant to our community and today we’ll talk about just that. In this episode Antoin (ajfs71) talks about Mental Health and the stigma around Mental Health Shame. Joining him is psychotherapist and clinical sexologist, Dominic Davies – Founder of Pink Therapy. We hope you take something away fr…

In this episode Antoin (ajfs71) chats with Laurence Malice, the man behind the legendary TRADE club in London, about the club’s history, changes in the scene and about Kinky Trade – the most recent collaboration between TRADE and Recon, bringing together the underground music scene, queer clubbing scene and the fetish scene.Get yourself off and get…

In this episode ajfs71 continues the conversation on how the leather scene is NOT dying. The city we’re focusing on in this episode is Sydney, Australia. Our host, ajfs71, spent 3 weeks in Sydney for World Pride and Mardi Gras and chats with Australian leather man, Dick Savvy - also known as The Naked Barber - about the kink scene down under.Get yo…

In this episode we celebrate UK LGBT History Month. ajfs71 brings back one of his favourite guests from season 2, Neal (they/them) aka lemonmeringuepie, and they talk about how and why we celebrate our LGBTQIA+ history with the added twist of including some of our fetish history.Get yourself off and get even with Regulation, the UK’s premier destin…

Here's my recent interview on Prepping 2.0 with Glen Tate, covering inflation and the demise of the US dollar as the world's reserve currency.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about one of those fetishes that often causes some kinksters to raise an eyebrow, and that fetish is ABDL. Recon’s ajfs71 is joined by Miles Roberts (aka TiggerPup on Recon) - Director of Communications at ABUniverse - who sponsored the long-awaited release of ABDL as a fetish interest on Recon. They talk about jus…

Today’s guest is psychologist, Dr Liam Wignall (aka CommonKinkster on Recon) who’s recently written a book called ‘Kinky In The Digital Age’ – where he explores gay men’s subcultures and social identities. Antoin (aka ajfs71) talks with him about how advances in technology plays such a major role in our day to day lives and how it affects our psych…

Welcome to the Recon Podcast. Our guest today is Stephane (aka BLKaiser on Recon)– the face of The London Leather Social. We’re going to be talking about the increasing popularity of the fetish social, our drive for kink visibility, the perception of elitism on the leather scene and just how open and inclusive it is. Or is it?Get yourself off and g…

Welcome to the Recon Podcast. In this episode members got to “Ask The Host”. You sent us your questions (some funny and others more serious), and our season 2 host, Antoin (aka ajfs71) responds to the topics about Recon, events and the fetish scene in general. One thing remains clear - it’s all about community and what we are doing to keep it not j…

Welcome to the Recon Podcast. In this episode we’re going to be talking about the joys and the pitfalls of fetish, kink, why we engage in certain sexual practices and a clearer understanding of sex addiction. Today Antoin is joined by Silva Neves - one of the UK’s leading COSRT accredited psychosexual and relationship psychotherapists who’s going t…

In this episode we’re talking with Stefan Dickers – Special Collections and Archives Manager at the Bishopsgate Institute, here in London, about Fetish History and Fetish Pride. As we are in the midst of Pride season and celebrating 50 years of the Pride in London walk, it’s important to acknowledge our fetish roots, the importance of preserving it…

In this episode, we're chatting about Fetish Relationships. We're joined by Recon members LeaderOfThePack and Leadersboy (aka EnglishLeatherMaster and elmssub) and talk about how they’ve integrated a Dom/sub dynamic into their relationship as life partners. More on coaching from LeatherOfThePack on https://www.englishleathermaster.com/Get yourself …

In this episode, we talk with Recon member DogBoiBailey, about one of the fetish scene’s most taboo subjects: Politics. In his recent article on Fetish and Anti-fascism DogBoiBailay challenges our stance on kink and politics, the symbolism and correlation between fetish and fascism, and why Politics is such a dirty word in some fetish circles.UFAF …

In this episode, we are joined by Michael (Recon member Mongrel87) and Indy (a clinical psychologist based in Sydney ) for an intensely deep discussion about Kink Shame and the flip side of Erotic Humiliation. We also address issues around gay shame from friends, family and colleagues and the culture of Fem, Sex, Gender and Kink shaming that exists…

I had the honor of being on the Blue Collar Blacklisted podcast recently. Here's that interview plus a quick update on things around the homestead.

Welcome to the Recon Podcast. In this episode, we're chatting with recon member LoneWolfPig. Many of you might also know him as the fetish legend, Race Bannon. We’ll be chatting about his incredible history on the fetish scene, the incredible work he’s done for our community and, of course, about… Race Bannon the author - The Man Behind The Article…

In this episode we're talking with Recon member VikingInLDN about becoming sober, and about how such a profound change - having a real clear head has led to discovering and enjoying Real Clear Fetish. Please enjoy the episode.Get yourself off and get even with Regulation, the UK’s premier destination for fetish gear, sex toys and restraints. Gear u…

Welcome to the Recon Podcast. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about how 2 distinctly different worlds come together. We’re going to talk about ‘Where Fetish Meets Queer.’ I think we all have a good grasp of just what fetish is, but the burning question is what exactly is queer and how might bring queer influence your fetish/kink life? Do t…

Welcome to the Recon Podcast! In today's episode we get to know two remarkable leatherman: Barclay (LTHREDGE) and Joe (SadisticMSTR4slaves). We get an insight into their leather journey and their encounter on Recon that blossomed into a relationship. They also share some wisdom on how to make a fetish relationship work.Get yourself off and get even…

Welcome to Season 2 of the Recon Podcast!In out first episode of the new season, we chat to the guys from Regulation London. We're talking about the history of the brand and get some behind the scenes secrets on just what goes on at the workshop where they make the amazing gear and just how much of t helping hand you get when you're trying on gear …

I walk you through VAERS website to do your own research on dangers of the vaccine.

In this episode ajfs71 and ThatSandy talk with drag queen CybilWar and Brett (GildedFetish) about their unique perspectives on the correlation between the camp theatricality and hyper masculinity of fetish and drag.Are your next-door neighbours having all the fun? Get yourself off and get even with Regulation, the UK’s premier destination for fetis…

In this episode, AJFS71 and ThatSandy talk to Recon member Butch aka. BluexCollarxCub about his fetish journey and navigating kinky experiences as a trans person.Are your next-door neighbours having all the fun? Get yourself off and get even with Regulation, the UK’s premier destination for fetish gear, sex toys and restraints. Gear up with a wide …

ThatSandy and AJFS71 sit down to chat with the incomparable Axel Abysse to talk about the distinction between porn and fetish, fulfilling sexual fantasies and they might even share some NOT so safe for work fisting club experiences! For more information and videos of Axel Abysse go to https://www.axelabysse.com/Are your next-door neighbours having …

James Wesley Rawles joins me for today's show.

AJFS71 and ThatSandy are joined by Recon member GermanBootMaster aka Daniel Ruster, the daddy of Folsom Europe to talk about the evolution of the fetish scene, the importance of traditions and protocols and the power of breaking the rules. Listen and you might even find out why Sandy hates light up harnesses!Are your next-door neighbours having all…

Bob Griswold joins me today.

In today’s episode ThatSandy and Skully with Adam Lewis co-founder and CEO of Hot Octopuss to talk about their favourite sex toys during quarantine, the history, rise and future of sextech and much much more.This episode was brought to you by Hot Octopuss - www.hotoctopuss.comFetish men are everywhere, discover the world of Recon.Get into the scene…

If you’ve spent some time on a gay dating app the terms straight acting and masc4masc won’t be brand new to you. In this episode of the podcast, we unpack how femme shaming affects the fetish scene. ThatSandy and OhBilly and are joined by Recon member BestDressedMess aka Tish, a queer latex crafter to talk about the trials and tribulations of being…

NC Scout is back on the show to talk about secure comms in a world that is becoming increasingly hostile toward conservatives.

AJFS71 and Skully are joined by a good friend of Team Recon, BoyNikko to talk about relationships within the gay and fetish community. In our last episode we were asked whether kinksters are more likely to be in open relationships and it ignited a lot of discussion so we thought it would be good to do a bit deeper. In this episode we’ll be looking …

I talk about how we move forward from here.

In today’s episode we reflect on the season so far, answer some questions submitted by you, talk about what’s coming up for Recon this year and even bring up some deeply personal stories that should have never seen the light of day.Regulation is one of Europe’s premier kink destinations for fetish wear, restraints, toys, electro, playroom furniture…

It's well documented that, for black people, navigating this world is hard. 2020 has brought on a whole host of new challenges, and shone a light on the prejudice and racism that people of colour must deal with and overcome. The murder of George Floyd reignited the Black Lives Matter movement and caused the world to engage in a real conversation ab…