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Leatherviews Podcast #22
An Interview with Tammy Jo
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on September 03, 2008

Interview length 24:06

Tammy Jo and Jack Rinella discuss classical lyric poetry texts as related to ancient Greek and Roman sexuality.

Texts are read and analyzed from:

Theognis of Megara, a 6th century BC ancient Greek poet.
Anacreon, a 5th century BC ancient Greek lyric poet.
Archilochus, 7th century BC Greek poet.
Sappho, one of the few ancient Greek poets.

and a few other Greek and Roman poets.


For further reading, Tammy Jo recommends :
*Games of Venus" by Peter Bing and Rip Cohen
Direct download: 080903TammyJo.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:35 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #21
An Interview with Rick Storer and Jack Rinella
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on August 20th, 2008

Interview length 24:25

Leather Archives & Museum - http://www.leatherarchives.org
CARAS - http://www.caras.ws
Leather Leadership Conference - http://www.leatherleadership.org
Grand Rapids Rivermen - http://www.grrivermen.net

Rick talks about recent trips with the Leather Archives & Museum road show and his experience presenting on behalf of CARAS (Community and Academic Consortium for the Research of Alternative Sexuality).

Jack asks Rick about the state of research for BDSM and Polyamory communities.  Rick responds with how CARAS hopes to improve the state of research.

Jack talks about Leather Leadership Conference and the planning meeting that was held in Atlanta, GA in preparation for the conference in April of 2009.

Rick talks about the Grand Rapids Rivermen run "Hug Me" held at Camp It campground. 

Direct download: 080820RickandJack.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:15 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #20
An Interview with Peter Tupper
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on August 13, 2008

http://www.historyofbdsm.com [Peter's blog]
http://vancouverdungeon.com/ [Metro Vancouver Kink]

Interview length 22:33

Peter Tupper talks about Victorian Era BDSM and his interest in the topic.

Jack asks Peter about his own coming about into BDSM.

Peter talks about his blog as a joining of two of his loves, journalism and BDSM history.

A discussion on how far back BDSM really goes.

Peter explains his opinion that SM, as we practice it today, is a phenomenon of Western culture.

Jack asks Peter about John Willie's contribution to BDSM history and culture.

Heterosexual and gay sm history overlap .. Peter explains.

Jack asks about Peer's involvement in Metro Vancouver Kink









Direct download: 080813PeterTupper.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:20 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #19
An Interview with Shel-Don
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on July 30, 2008

http://www.shel-don.com

Shel-Don Chicago
3922 N Broadway Ave
Chicago, IL
773.296.0690

Interview length 24:40

Shel-Don starts with a "plug" talking about his leather crafting business.  Jack compliments his work.

Shel-Don talks about his early leather experiences, including some "sizzling" conversation he listened in on.

Jack asks about Chicago's Male Hide Leathers and it's owner Frank Goley.

Shel-Don gives us a primer in leather creation from animal skin to hot gear!

Five speed cockrings?  Hmmm.....

What is Shel-Don's most popular toy?  The strangest?

Shel-Don talks about the decline in demand for leather vests and leather in general as people aren't going out to the bars as much.

Jack talks about Shel-Don's big "Santa" beard .. and how he becomes Santa during the holidays, including his self-made suit.
Direct download: 080730_Shel-Don.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:36 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #18
An Interview with Tristan Taormino
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

http://www.puckerup.com
http://www.openingup.net
http://www.darkodyssey.com

Interview length 28:26

Jack asks Tristan about her first sexual experience.  Tristan talks about losing her virginity and early kink experiences.

Tristan talks about the path that led her to become a sex educator.  From being rejected from law schools to producing her own magazine, "Pucker Up".

With all of her publishing and speaking outlets, what is most gratifying to Tristan?

Jack asks about Tristan's relationship with her mother.

Tristan shares her experiences with having to come up with content for the Village Voice on a bi-weekly basis.

Tristan talks about her newest book, "Opening Up : ....".   There's not alot about sex in the book, but is more focused on open relationships.

Jack and Tristan talk about open relationships.  Who is right for them?  How does our culture feel about non-monogamy.

Tristan talks about Dark Odyssey, an event that brings together people from different communities around sex, bdsm and polyamory.

Tristan's books include "The Ultimate Guide for Anal Sex for Women",  "True Lust : Adventures in Sex, Porn and Pervesion", "Best Lesbian Erotica", "Opening Up"
Direct download: 080723_TristanTaormino.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:48 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #16
An Interview with slave Patrick Herlihy
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length : 24:20

Jack talks to his slave Patrick about their relationship, based on a comment from a reader.

Patrick defines what it means to be a slave to Master Jack.

How did Patrick know he wanted to be a slave?  Patrick talks some about his past.

Jack wants to know if Patrick has any limits to his obedience.  Has Patrick really told Jack to "fuck off"?

How does Patrick feel about Jack's lover Brian?  Patrick talks about the differences in relationships.

Jack and Patrick discuss feelings about a second slave.  What does Patrick look for in slave applicants?

Patrick discusses his relationships with various members of Jack's extended polyamorous relationship.

Jack asks, what would you tell a slave applicant who wanted to join a leather family?  Patrick responds.
Direct download: 080716_PatrickHerlehy.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:07 AM
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Leatherviews Podcast #16
An Interview with Jeffrey Montgomery
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on July 9, 2008


Interview length

www.woodhullfoundation.org - Woodhull Freedom Foundation & Federation
www.tri.org - Triangel Foundation

Jeffrey talks about the founding of the Triangle Foundation in Michigan.

Jack asks Jeffrey about the Woodhull Freedom Foundation & Federation.  How does WFF differ from the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom?

Jeffrey discusses Woodhull's state level sex laws program and how one state's laws can be used to change another's.

"It's just another gay killing, we're not going to waste our time".  When Jeffrey heard the police say this, it inspired him to be an activist.

Woodhull Freedom Foundation's BUYcott of McDonalds.  What's a BUYcott?
Direct download: 080709_Montgomery.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:31 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #15
An Interview with David Ortmann
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Recorded on July 2, 2008

Interview length 22:33

www.dopsychotherapy.com
www.davidortmann.com

Jack asks David about his psycho therapy and sex therapy practices.

David talks, in a general sense, about his client and patient base. 

Jack and David talk about fantasy, is it unhealthy?  .. in a country like the United States with a sexually repressed culture?

What kind of "work" is required to maintain a mentally healthy sexuality.

David talks about his own involvement in leather and alternative sexuality, including coming out.

David and erotic fiction writing!

Jack asks about David's activism and how he is involved.
Direct download: 080702_Ortmann.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:00 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #14
An Interview with Master Taino
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008


Interview length 29:08

www.mastertaino.com
www.masterslavetraining.org
www.mastwashington.org
www.masterslaveconference.org


Master Taino talks about his cultural heritage and the origination of the name Taino.

Jack asks about Taino's family and polyamory.  Taino shares experiences unique to his family.

Master Taino describes his philosophy : "dominant and caring".

Taino talks about other organizations he is involved with:

Masters And slaves Together (MAsT DC)
Master Taino Training Academy
Master / slave Conference in Washington, DC
Direct download: 080618Taino.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:18 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #13
An Interview with David Boyer
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Touche
6412 N Clark Street
http://www.touchechicago.com

Bijou Theater
1349 N Wells Street
http://www.bijouworld.com

Interview length 26:27

David talks about his history and how he came into the bar

business in Chicago.  He talks about Touche, and his long

history with this bar.

Jack asks David to talk about the differences between gay

Leather bars and gay "vanilla" bars.

David talks about how gay bars, including leather bars,

have changed over the past few decades.

Are straight people welcome in "cruise" bars?  David

comments.

David talks about programming with Bijou Theater and

Touche, including DungeonMaster nights, roller coaster

trip, the annual Gay Rodeo, Mr. Chicago Leather contest,

Mr. Midwest leather and the "Leather Eye for the Preppy

Guy" makeover.
Direct download: 061108_DavidBoyer.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:00 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #12
An Interview with Deborah Anapol
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

http://www.lovewithoutlimits.com

Interview length : 25:54


Deborah's books:
Polyamory: The New Love Without Limits.
The seven natural laws of love.

Deborah talks about Polyamory and how common it is in our culture.

Jack asks about Intimate Networks and Open Marriage as forms of polyamory.

What's the difference between swinging and polyamory?  Polyamory and polygamy?  Deborah answers.

Hardly anyone is monogamous .. Deborah explains!

One of the big questions : How do you deal with jealousy?  Deborah explains ways to manage this natural emotion.

Jack asks "What makes for a responsible polyamorous relationship?"  Deborah talks about honesty, self knowledge and the ability to communicate.

Deborah discusses safe sex and the role it plays in polyamorous relationships.

..and the loaded question.  How do you make the jump into a polyamorous relationship, from a monogamous relationship?  Deborah's advice "..first, get a copy of my book" .. very good advice.
Direct download: 080528_DeborahAnapol.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:37 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #12
An Interview with Carol Queen
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length : 27:22

Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Sex & Culture in San Francisco, CA along with Robert Lawrence.

www.sexandculture.org
www.carolqueen.com
www.masturbate-a-thon.com

Carol talks about the Center and its collections and programs, including the ...

MASTURBATE-A-THON!  Carol talks about this fun and fundraising event.

Jack asks, "Is masturbation good for you"?

Jack and Carol discuss orgasms and partner attunement with respect to ejaculation.

Carol gives her definition of "sex positive".  Sex can be positive, healthy and fulfilling.

Jack asks about sexual repression in the American culture.

Carol gives numerous examples on how one can embrace sex positivity.

Jack asks about the conflict between moral codes and sexual desire.  Carol talks about reconciling between religious beliefs and sexual pleasure.

Carol is the author of "Exhibitionism for the shy", including a beautiful photo of Carol on the photo.


"Pomosexuals", an anthology co-edited by Carol
Direct download: 080604_CarolQueen.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:01 AM
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Leatherviews Podcast #10
An Interview with Tim Brough
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

http://www.timbrough.com/

Interview length 26:22

Tim talks about coming out into leather and sm.

Peter Tolos and rubber magazines.  Tim gets into fetish publishing.

Peter appears on HBO's SexBytes, as a rubber Buddah.

Jack asks about Peter's book publishing career, including:

"Black gloves white magic : a collection of stories from the editor of Vulcan American and Rubber Rebel magazine"

"Sgt Vlengles' revenge : and other abuses to power"

"First hand : an erotic guide to fisting"

"Skin tight : a guide to rubbermen, macho fetish and fantasy"

Tim talks about the decline of publishing magazines since the Internet boom.

Tim introduces himself as a "boy".  Jack asks, "What is a boy?"

Jack asks how the community has changed through the years, Tim responds.

http://www.timbrough.com/
Direct download: 080514_TimBrough.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:00 AM
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Leatherviews Podcast #9
An Interview with Allena Gabosh
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 29:14

Allena talks about the Center for Sex Positive Culture in Seattle.

Jack asks about the transition from The Wet Spot (the former name of the location) to the Center for Sex Positive Culture.

Allena talks about the visit from the IRS and how it impacted thier 501c3 status.

Center for Sex Positive Culture programming and activities

Allena talks about the two most fun events associated with the Center for Sex Positive Culture.

Allena had to call the police, because the Center was broken into.  What did the police have to say?

www.sexpositiveculture.org

Direct download: 080506_AllenaGabosh.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:23 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #9
An Interview with Frank Strona
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 24:05

Frank talks about why he became a health advocate.
STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) can exist anywhere in the body,

Frank explains.

Frank discusses what populations are at greatest risk.

Jack asks what standards or routines high risk populations can be doing

to prevent STDs.

Frank talks about resources for individuals in small towns and

communities. 

Jack asks Frank about the rumors that Syphillus is on the rise.  Frank

responds.

Is non-penatrative fetish sex safer than penatration sex?

How can we clean our sex toys and fetish gear to protect ourselves and

our partners?

Frank talks about the difference in healthy practices for men and

women?

Frank's recommended reputable resources:

www.inspot.org
www.sfcityclinic.org
www.eurologychannel.com
www.shotworthy.com

The National STD Hotline:
1.800.227.8922

Jack asks what our community can be doing to promote healthy sexual

lifestyles.

"Talk to your partners before you fuck or suck 'em"

"Use your eyes .. look at the genitals"

"Educate yourself through websites"

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Direct download: 080430_FrankStrona.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:18 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #8
Jack and Rick discuss current events
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 25:11

Tammi Jo talks about her fiction writing in horror, sci-fi and erotic works.

Spaceship captian role play .. kinky!

Tammi Jo discusses her relationship with her slave, Fox and her polyamorous relationship with her husband.

Intellectual challenges in writing.

Tammi Jo talks about the relationship between duties and ownership.

Tammi Jo talks about her new book, Day unto Night.   What if vampires took over the world?

She talks about her book reviews in the SM and non-SM literature realms.

Tammi Jo talks about practicing kink and polyamory in a small Midwestern town.

She discusses using the words Dominant, Mistress, Master and Owner and the pros and cons of each

Servants of Destiny or Sweet Memories of Pain, Tammi Jo's latest books.

All of Tammi Jo's books are available at www.amazon.com

Direct download: 080423_TammyJo.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:55 AM
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Leatherviews Podcast #7
Jack and Rick discuss current events
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 00:22:31

Jack and Rick discuss Leather Leadership Conference XII, held in San

Francisco during April 2008, including commentary on the addresses by

Race Bannon, Michael Thorn and Patrick Califia.

Rick talks about Leather Archives & Museum, and what's new and exciting

with Leather history.  www.leatherarchives.org

Jack and Rick talk about the importance of oral history interviews and

how the community can help condcut them.

Jack shares some feedback from the first editions of Leatherviews

Podcast.

 

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Podcast.  To take advantage of this offer, simply send an email to

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your 20 second commercial.  It's as simple as calling on your phone and

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Direct download: 080416_JackandRick.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:28 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #6
An Interview With Midori
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 26m 34s

Jack interviews Midori - http://www.planetmidori.com

Support Midori's AIDS Lifecycle fundraising and read about what she'll be doing from June 1st - 7th, 2008.  http://www.aidslifecycle.org/8081

An educator and columnist on adventurous sexuality, she's also the author of "The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage", "Master Han's Daughter" and "Wild Side Sex: The Book of Kink". Midori travels the world presenting to universities, education events, organizations and media.

Midori discusses the differences between Japanese kink and American kink.

Jack asks Midori about her early BDSM experiences.

Midori discusses her performance art and photography.

Midori reveals who is the "toughest Master of them all"!

She talks about public play, humiliation, foot and shoe kinks, protocol.

"No sex please, we're kinky"!??? Midori explains.

Jack asks Midori if she is a romantic.

Midori answers the burning question .. "How do you get lucky at a fetish party"!

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Direct download: 080409_Midori.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:31 PM
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Leatherviews Podcast #5
An Interview With Chuck Renslow
(c) Jack Rinella, 2008

Interview length 24m 41s

Chuck Renslow discusses International Mr. Leather Weekend, including how it came to be, why it gained popularity, exactly how many people attend IML, what the contest is like, how the judges are selected (inlcuding the first year selection process), what goes on behind the scenes, expectations of the winner, controversy around the first woman judge, why it supports the Leather Archives & Museum and how it selects its entertainment.

What journalist is attributed to helping IML gain popularity over the years?  Chuck answers.

Chuck talks about everything "falling apart" at the first IML contest in 1979.

Jack asks what contributions IML has made to the community and society at large.  Chuck responds.

Direct download: 080402_ChuckRenslow.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:49 AM
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Length : 26m 52s

Recorded on March 19, 2008

  1. Deborah discusses her Ph.D. in “God ‘n Fuck�
  2. Deborah discusses her book “Fantasy Made Flesh� and “Hand in the Bush : The Fine Art of Vaginal Fisting�.
  3. Accidental fisting?  YES!
  4. Body modification?  YES!
  5. Deborah shares why the blood in your veins is blue.
  6. Jack asks about blood tattooing and ritual scarification
  7. Deborah has taught many many types of classes.  Which is her favorite?  She answers.
  8. She shares advice on enhancing sexual experiences through simple and fundamental concepts.
  9. Deborah describes the hurdles that sexuality communities must overcome.
Direct download: 080319_DeborahAddington.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:39 PM
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  1. Travis talks about his "Ozzie and Harriet" family life and his early erotic fantasies.
  2. Travis explains why he likes whips, flogs and knives.
  3. Jack asks, "What makes a good top?" ... Travis answers.
  4. Does Travis bottom to whipping and flogging?
  5. The famous "Dark Parties"
  6. Travis talks about his role in a Fakir Musafar hook pull
  7. The best Father's Day Travis ever had
  8. Travis writes "Kings Really Do Swing"  www.houstonbdsm.net (scroll down to Personal Journey at the bottom)
  9. Travis reveals the secret piercing that doesn't hurt!  .. and also talks about the ones that hurt ALOT.
  10. Travis gives advice to newcomers.  Foxtrot anyone?
Direct download: 080319_TravisWilson.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:13 PM
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Interview with Master Alex, former director of Master And slaves Together.

www.MAsT.net

 

Direct download: 080305_MasterAlex.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:15 AM
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Show notes for February 13, 2008

Interview with Steven Toushin, author of Destruction of the Moral Fabric of America; Adult business / tax case / definition of obscenity from 00:03:00; Guy Baldwin from 00:07:15; Reason for writing book from 00:09:20; BDSM scene from 00:12:30; Toushin's other books: Puppy's Tales and The Puppy Papers; Steven Toushin as a kinky person from 00:15:00

Direct download: 080213_StevenToushin.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:03 AM
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