The Recon Podcast

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 get even with Regulation, the UK’s premier destina...

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 just surviving, but thriving. Enjoy the episode. Ge...

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 to talk more about our sexual behaviours, how it ca...

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, making it accessible to up-and-coming kinksters...

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 off and get even with Regulation, the UK’s premie...

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 on Instagram @fetishagainstfascism https://www.in...

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 within our own LGBTQ+ community. You can hear mor...

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 Articles. Please enjoy the episode. Get yourself off and...

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 up with a wide range of rubber, leather and sports...

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 these two worlds collide? Do they merge? Or do they...

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 with Regulation, the UK’s premier destination fo...

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 at the store. Get yourself off and get even with...

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 fetish gear, sex toys and restraints. Gear up with a w...

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 range of rubber, leather and sportswear including...

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 all the fun? Get yourself off and get even with R...

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 the fun? Get yourself off and get even with Regu...

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.com Fetish men are everywhere, discover the world of Recon. Get into the scene. Find your fetish. Show your fetish. Find feti...

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 kinky whilst feeling your femme. You can follow T...

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 at the range of kinky dynamics from the point of v...

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 and pup gear. Explore their online store today;...

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 about dismantling systemic racism, as well as the ro...

Fetish and the law has always had a complicated relationship. The fetish scene has its own established rules of play, but might be surprising to know that our sexual practices are often governed by the laws of the land. In this episode Skully and AJFS71 are joined by Myles Jackman, an award winning obscenity lawyer. He has dedicated his career challenging the legal framework by which sexual morali...

In this episode, OhBilly and ThatSandy talk to Recon member, plus size model and fetish influencer, JRubberCub, about what it’s like to be a bigger body type on the scene. They discuss how they feel about their own bodies, how they navigate online dating, finding gear that fits and makes them feel comfortable and sexy, as well as the impact of having visual representation of bigger bodies on the s...

Drugs have long been a part of gay nightlife. In recent years with the rise of dating and hook up apps, “Chemsex” has become a uniquely gay cultural phenomenon. AJFS71 and OhBilly get candid with their own drug experiences on and off the fetish scene, as well as share stories with their guest David Stuart, the man who coined the term “Chemsex”. Find out what it is, how it is affecting gay men arou...

Get to know the hosts of The Recon podcast – ThatSandy, OhBilly, AJFS71 and Skully as they spill the tea on what it’s really like to work for Recon. Hear what they’re into and what their hard limits are as well as a few stories they probably should have kept to themselves. Fetish men are everywhere, discover the world of Recon. Get into the scene. Find your fetish. Show your fetish. Find fetish me...