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. Odus shares what happened when they visited a public hospital and had a nega ..read more

    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 consent for both trans and gender diverse people and their partners. Find resour ..read more

A couple of weeks ago, Jon caught up with the newly sashed Sydney Ms Leather for 2023, Iz! Iz has been a great part of the Sydney leather, bear and Dykes on Bikes communities for years and it was an awesome opportunity to discuss her title and the importance of gender and disability representation in the rainbow communities.   ..read more

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 International Pup and Trainer Competition and returned with the top nod. Congrats, Jaxx, save some ..read more

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 decriminilisation This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peop ..read more

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 that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au ..read more

  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 to flag online What’s your favourite hanky? Got a story about a flagging mishap or your ..read more

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 boradcast, so be sure to dial in to the Sextras (Side B) of this episode! Find Jay at @jockbox on in ..read more

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 or pop down for a chat to him and fellow sash bearer Joel at Eagle Leather The Laird Hotel an ..read more

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 ..read more