Allen After Dark

A phrase from the 1800s used to describe gay men leads to a discussion about Abraham Lincoln's sexuality and the not-so-surprising number of closeted gay men that are anti-gay politicians.

Allen addresses the death of Blaze Bernstein and the "gay panic" strategy the killer's lawyer used in defense of his client. Allen recalls a discussion this week with one of his best friends about the resurgent trend of using the word "gay" to describe heterosexual people and situations in a negative way.

Allen flashes back to his earliest experiences with hustlers and his unending curiosity about their lives and their motivation for their lifestyle.

The unexpected death of a friend invokes a conversation about the courage it takes growing up as a member of the LGBTQIA community.

While recovering from a bad case of Covid, Allen discusses several 20th century conspiracy theories including ones surrounding HIV/AIDS and why some conspiracy theories are believable.

Not feeling very excited about the coming new year, Allen decides to take a trip back in time to some of the most uncomfortable and funny events that happened to him as a kid after he tells the story of an awkward hook-up attempt on New Year's Eve.

Celebrating XXX-mas as only Allen After Dark can, Allen discusses his favorite porn stars and the hit Netflix series Heartstopper before reflecting on life in the present when the past is so much more tempting. Waxing sentimental, Allen examines the struggles of being the person you want to be.

A surprise message from a friend leads to this week's discussion about gossip and some of pop culture's most enduring rumors, but Allen also takes some time to celebrate Friday the 13th and the legendary character Jason Voorhees.

Allen's chance meeting of the son of a former high school teacher in a gay bar sparks this week's discussion about former male teachers and the surprising coincidence of meeting each other after so many years and the challenges of living in a bigoted small town.

Allen reflects on a somewhat erotic experience while purchasing new tires and some off the wall experiences that make up a typical day in his life. Black Friday offers a chance for Allen to reflect on the brutality of shopping during the season of giving.

On a vodka-induced journey of random chaos, Allen discusses ghosting, botched hookups, alter egos, and friendships versus romance.

Believing that history is repeating itself, Allen reflects on gay clubs in the past and the protection they provided him in the darkest of days, remembering homophobic incidents both frightening and hilarious.

Allen reflects on having an active sex life, the reasons for having a hearty sexual appetite and the people that want to shame you for it.

A bizarre parking lot encounter with a shirtless man leads to a discussion about straight bouncers working in gay clubs and the vanity and arrogance of men and their fragile egos.

Taking a trip back in time, Allen considers the possibility that the company he used to work for was cursed. Warning: this episode includes the issues of domestic abuse, suicide and violence. Audience discretion is advised.

Smack dab in the middle of spooky season comes a Halloween episode that delves into the random not-so-everyday issues that make us afraid.  Oh, and smelly men, delicious or gross?

In the spirit of the Halloween season Allen considers the possibility that guardian angels exist and contemplates the superstition of luck and the possibility that twists of fate play a part in protecting us from harm.

In the spirit of the Halloween season Allen recalls an incident from his childhood that leads to a discussion of the paranormal and the possibility that omens are real. Be sure to listen to the entire episode or you just may miss out!

Allen's annual birthday episode takes a turn to the dark side as he reveals a disturbing event from his past.

Allen reveals a close encounter event from his childhood that has contributed to his life-long interest in UAPs/UFOs. He takes a look at the probability of life on other planets and the reasons he believes alien civilizations have an interest in us.

An awkward elevator encounter with a homophobic man inspires this week's discussion about married men and the challenges that arise when dating and hooking up with them.

Feeling a mid-life crisis coming on, Allen discusses a change in hair color for his beard and ponders what it means to "look old."  

Masculine and feminine stereotypes reinforced by religious doctrine is the topic for discussion this week. Also, it's hot as hell in Tennessee.

A recent traumatic experience of being on an elevator with someone wearing too much cologne leads to this week's discussion of attention-seeking people and how far some people will go to catch someone's eye.

While getting ready for Bear Night at the club, Allen struggles with what shirt to wear and muses on a local ordinance forbidding men from going shirtless before he turns his attention to "gay republicans" and bear drama.