Jake Williamson and Sam Leicht are in rare form this week and the episode manages to connect Louis Theroux, thirst traps, cock cages, and the CrossFit Open without losing the thread once.

After recapping Jake's ongoing back saga and a stronger-than-expected CrossFit Open finish, the guys break down Louis Theroux's documentary Inside the Manosphere and why the same engagement playbook powering Andrew Tate also runs right-wing politics and your Instagram explore page.

In the Gay News: New York City's new mayor appoints a trans woman to lead the city's first-ever office of LGBTQIA+ affairs. And I Kissed a Boy and I Kissed a Girl have been quietly axed by the BBS - WTF? Funding issue, or something more deliberate?

The LGBTQ&A gets personal this episode as Jake pulls his Instagram analytics live to settle the thirst trap debate and the data is in queens (644,000 views on Speedos vs. 2,000 on a running shot). Plus: chastity cages unpacked, doing mushrooms with a shaman, and a CrossFit athlete getting called out for selling a peptide fantasy to the very people who trust her (here’s looking at you, @amandajbarnhart).

PETITION TO SAVE "I KISSED A" SERIES

Also this week: Jake's getting a new car, heading to London to compete, and celebrating six years with Paul, while Sam and Jared are catching Heathers off-broadway one night and Capote with Jesse Tyler Ferguson on Broadway another.

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Olympic silver medalist and Great Britain curling skip Bruce Mouat sits down with Jake Williamson and Sam Leicht for an honest conversation about coming out, what it unlocked in his sporting career, and life in the weeks after Milan Cortina 2026.

Also this week: Jack Fletcher's gay slur on the pitch and whether professional football is still the most homophobic space in elite sport. Hillary Knight becomes the first out LGBTQ+ athlete to appear on SNL. The Atlantic's "In Defense of Effeminate Boys" gets the discussion it deserves? Kink of the Week is tickling. And your real, unfiltered responses to LGBTQ&A: what are we gays actually missing out on?

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Sam and Jake catch up after a month apart — Jake fresh off a podium finish in Hamburg and a ticket to the Elite 15 Hyrox World Championships, Sam back from Boston with injury stories and a new appreciation for doubles racing. The boys break down Hyrox travel costs, injury management, back pain fixes, and what it takes to be world-class in a pay-to-play sport.

Then it’s full Out of Bounds chaos: queer travel talk in South Africa, gay rodeos, the Pentagon’s wild take on Netflix’s “Boots”, and an unhinged GQ article about “nutmaxxing.” They close the season with a deep dive into wedgies, sounding, and kink culture, exploring where curiosity meets consent — plus Sam’s reflection on fetish ethics and Jake’s confession that he might ask Paul for a wedgie later.

It’s part education, part overshare, and 100% Out of Bounds.

CW: Sexual content, kink discussion, brief mentions of apartheid and systemic discrimination.

00:00 Cold open — new headphones & haircut banter

02:04 Intro — “Out of Bounds with Jake & Sam”

02:12 Where Jake’s been: Hamburg, Hyrox Elite 15 explained

03:14 Second place + Worlds qualification

04:25 Balancing doubles vs. solos

05:33 The cost of elite competition & sponsorships

07:18 Jake’s back pain and MRI updates

09:07 Sam’s Boston doubles recap + flat tire saga

11:13 Mixed vs. doubles racing & why it’s fun

12:23 Sam’s burnout & wanting a break

14:15 Jake’s trip to South Africa — beauty, privilege, and apartheid reflections

17:12 Queerness abroad & visibility

19:20 Gay News: Queer rodeo celebrates 50 years

23:31 News #2: Pentagon vs. Netflix’s Boots

27:48 Discussion — masculinity, weakness, and representation

28:46 News #3: “Meet the Nutmaxxers Obsessed with Bigger Loads”

31:25 Anal stimulation & honesty on air

33:19 Partners listening to the podcast (or not)

35:20 Jockstraps, underwear talk, and power dynamics

39:49 Social media breaks & burnout

43:33 Raw dogging workouts (no music = focus)

46:50 UK vs. US culture

49:15 Kink of the Week: Wedgies & sounding

53:07 Dom/sub kinks and the ethics of pain

56:25 Season Finale Wrap: travel plans, PrideFit updates, B&D research

1:00:15 Rankings joke & fake “#1 podcast” idea

1:01:15 Sign off — “See you in 2026… maybe.”

Physical therapist and creator Dr. Tubbs joins Sam & Jake to talk queer visibility, why simple movement beats over-engineered fitness, coming out stories from small-town Christian school to South Florida, the creator–brand gray zone, biohacking that might help (and what’s grift), PT vs. personal training (and how they should actually team up), sex & relationships Q&A (frequency, confidence in the gym, shirtless content), circumcision takes, bidet chaos, and a surprising Kink of the Week: balloons. Plus gay-news chat on Harris/Pete, China’s de-gay’d cinema edits, and AI weirdness.

00:00 Cold open & intro

00:20 Where Tubbs is based; SoFla ≠ “Florida”

01:20 Name origin, OnlyFans bit & birthday cameo

02:28 Who is Dr. Tubbs? DPT, concierge neuro, TikTok origin

03:38 Fast growth, “keep it simple,” movement over perfection

04:33 Innue(n)dos & writing process

05:25 Queer audience & the “gaybaiting” arc

07:11 Pushing lines + Facebook hate

07:45 Brands, not selling out (yet)

08:27 Sex-health brand ideas; men’s pelvic floor

09:45 Coming out story; family reactions; iPad gift

11:12 “It gets better” + realism about youth thoughts

12:33 Closet era & first crush (Tom Welling)

13:37 PT hat on: biggest rehab mistakes

15:10 Biohacking chat: peptides*, NEUBIE, PEMF, red light

17:29 Research vs grift; access & cost; Brian Johnson

18:52 Ozempic nuance; habits still matter

21:34 PTs + trainers = team (who does what)

23:06 Access, privilege, and a dream “one-roof” clinic

26:19 OnlyFans—stance & South Florida scene

29:20 Gay news: Harris/Buttigieg & “viability” discussion

34:59 China edit of queer couple; control & censorship; AI

38:23 Anonymous Q&A: virgin at 28; sex frequency in LTRs

45:07 Gym intimidation for tall/lanky lifters

48:38 Shirtless content & “the game” of engagement

51:25 Circumcision takes (medical vs cosmetic)

53:35 Bidets &… hydraulic mishaps

56:11 Kink of the Week: balloons (poppers vs non-poppers)

59:45 Jake’s race recap + fueling takeaways

1:03:00 Upcoming comps; Boston doubles; layouts

1:04:05 Close

Jake & Sam dig into a packed week: Tokyo track worlds (Nico Young! Seamus! Noah Lyles!), why “be yourself” in auditions is… complicated, and the UK flag flare-ups. They react to the Charlie Kirk news, talk porn saturation vs. real intimacy, and crown Kink of the Week: puppy play (furries vs. pups, what’s the diff?). Plus a quick coach-sesh on intermittent fasting and Ozempic (shortcuts vs. sustainability), Jake’s race tune-up in Maastricht, and Sam’s Disney uncle era.

00:01 Lights, vibes & weekly catch-up (Wales, hikes, Pridefit)

04:50 Sam does the intro (under protest)

05:42 Gay News → Track Worlds in Tokyo

06:01 Out LGBTQ athletes, Nico Young’s finish, Seamus, tactics

09:49 Marathon photo finish, Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri & star power

12:33 Fem presentation in sport & scrutiny

12:56 Charlie Kirk news reaction & gun safety talk

19:06 Science vs. politics rant; feeling stuck in the system

25:03 UK flags/protests & culture war fatigue

27:39 Kink of the Week: Puppy play vs. furries (+ Kinsey stats)

32:08 Porn saturation, dopamine & real-life desire

39:54 Coach Me, Daddy: Intermittent fasting (pros/cons)

43:47 Ozempic debate & who it helps

50:03 Jake’s Maastricht race prep (Hyrox solo goals)

52:49 Sam’s Disney trip, foot niggle, Daddies of Disney

54:41 Wrap & subscribe 💬

Is there really a Gay Tech Mafia running Silicon Valley, and does it matter? Jake Williamson and Sam Leicht dig into WIRED Magazine's viral exposé on queer power networks (Inside the Gay Tech Mafia), unpack HBO's Heated Rivalry and what it actually moves the needle on for LGBTQ+ representation in sport, and winning silver for Eileen Gu and Bruce Mouat and more on queer visibility in elite competition.

Also this week: BDSM, desire, and what actually turns us off in Kink of the Week. Plus alcohol and drug pressure in queer spaces, PrideFit updates, and CrossFit Open 2026.

Follow the show and leave a rating wherever you're listening. It helps more than you think. Want to submit a question or share your own kinky story? Send us a voice memo for a future episode.

This week on Out of Bounds, Jake & Sam tackle a heavy news cycle and a hilarious kink of the week.

They break down Kim Davis’s ongoing crusade against marriage equality and what it signals about LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S., plus the Premier League’s controversial decision to pull back from Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign. The guys share their personal experiences growing up around religion and how it shaped their coming-out journeys.

Then it’s on to lighter (and stickier) topics: gut health myths, protein obsession, cold plunges vs. saunas (and an unforgettable naked honey story), and yes, a Kink of the Week featuring feet, foot massages, and whether Sam or Jake has the better toes.

As always, expect honest conversations, lots of laughs, and a reminder that queer joy and representation matter—especially when the news feels grim.

Subscribe, rate, and review—or we’re never showing our feet again. 💅

Jake and Sam are back with another unfiltered episode of Out of Bounds. They cover it all this week:

• Highlights from Gymshark’s Lift London event and Jake’s surprise 5K family win.

• Big queer sports moments—from nine out players in the Women’s Rugby World Cup to the US Open’s first openly gay male player.

• Social media trolls, TikTok hate, and how queer athletes navigate visibility.

• “In the Closet”: growing up with athletic cups, the Presidential Fitness Test, and cultural differences in school sports.

• “Coach Me Daddy”: Sam preps for his first Hyrox doubles with Jake’s tactical advice.

• Kink of the Week: financial domination (cash pigs 🐷💸)—what is it and why is it such a thing?

• Plus: bottom shaming, gay awakenings, and the art of navigating hookup talk in straight spaces.

As always, expect sharp takes, chaotic laughs, and a little too much honesty.

Jake and Sam welcome their first-ever guest to Out of Bounds — elite CrossFit athlete and LGBTQ+ trailblazer Alec Smith.

This episode is packed with everything:

• Our brand-new Kink of the Week segment (yep, guns??)

• Anonymous listener confessions about sex, gym class trauma, and coming out

• Alec’s candid journey from conservative small towns to the CrossFit podium — including how he came out publicly, met his fiancé Riley, and his honest take on competing as one of the few openly gay male CrossFitters

• Plus, the emotional highs and lows of starting a family and his new obsession: Grid League

Funny, heartfelt, and a little spicy — this one goes way out of bounds.

Follow us on Spotify & Instagram (@outofbounds) and share your confessions for a future episode!

Timestamps & Chapters

• 00:00 – Welcome & What’s New

  Jake and Sam kick off with the usual laughs and introduce their first-ever guest tease.

• 00:21 – Kink of the Week: Guns?!

  Listener suggestion leads to a hilarious debut of the “Kink of the Week” segment.

• 02:17 – Anonymous LGBTQ+ Confessions

  From calling Apple about Grindr, to gym class trauma, and coming out stories — listeners spill all.

• 09:50 – First Times & Gold Star Gays

  Jake and Sam share their own “first time” stories and talk about gold star gays.

• 17:05 – Introducing Alec Smith

  CrossFit star Alec Smith joins the pod as their first guest and shares his background.

• 19:06 – CrossFit Career & Stepping Away

  Alec talks about competing at the highest level, injuries, and his evolving relationship with CrossFit.

• 21:14 – Alec’s Coming Out Journey

  How Alec came out to friends, family, and the public — and why representation matters.

• 27:56 – CrossFit Culture & Community Reactions

  Gossip, acceptance, and what changed after Alec’s public coming out.

• 31:39 – Growing Up Religious & Delayed Coming Out

  The challenges of coming out in conservative and religious environments.

• 33:10 – Funny Pre-Coming Out Stories

  Alec’s hilarious attempts to “prove” he wasn’t gay in high school.

• 39:59 – Love Story: Meeting Riley & Getting Engaged

  How Alec met his fiancé, quarantined together, and their journey toward marriage and family.

• 44:56 – Family Planning Struggles & Resilience

  Alec opens up about the emotional and financial challenges of starting a family as a gay couple.

• 46:03 – Grid League: Alec’s Next Chapter

  Alec explains the exciting co-ed sport he now competes in and why it’s so inclusive.

• 49:00 – Weekly Pulse Check & Wrap-Up

  Jake and Sam reflect on training, golf lessons, and pickleball tournaments; the usual cool-down fun.

Welcome back! Episode 3 is packed with laughs, hot takes, and a few deep dives. Jake kicks things off with birthday celebrations, a Gymshark surprise, and a countryside wedding in Devon, while Sam recaps a wild (and slightly anxiety-inducing) weekend at Fire Island’s Pines Party. They unpack the role of party culture in the gay community, body image, and how PEDs and aesthetics intersect in sport.

They celebrate out athletes making headlines at the USA Track & Field Championships, chat about CrossFit representation, and get candid about mental health — from the pressure of professional athletics to the high stakes of entrepreneurship. Plus, a debate on confidence vs. competition, some musical theatre love, and the snack you didn’t know you needed: pickle-in-a-pouch.

🔥 Episode Highlights

💬 Catching Up: Weekly Chaos & Reflections

• Sam recaps his whirlwind week: Wisconsin wedding, a 15-hour drive, and a baby shower.
• Jake returns from Ibiza and dives into Gymshark filming, BTND Pride activations, and a roundtable on impact within the queer fitness community.

❤️ Relationship Deep Dive

• Jake & Paul: How getting deported from the U.S. led Jake to meet his partner Paul. They discuss their 22-year age gap, thoughts on marriage, and future plans for children.
• Sam & Jared: A spontaneous Instagram DM led to a long-distance love story that culminated in marriage.

🏳️‍⚧️ Olympic Ban on Trans Athletes

• The hosts critique the recent decision to ban trans women from Olympic competition.
• Discussion includes:
  • Media weaponization and political agendas
  • The need for nuanced conversations
  • Personal support for trans inclusion
  • Calls for guest voices to share lived experience

🌈 Visibility in Sports: Why Don’t More Athletes Come Out?

• Hosts weigh in on why so few elite athletes are publicly out.
• Jake reads listener responses: fear of being dropped, lack of role models, locker room dynamics.
• They discuss examples from rugby, the NFL, and the acting world (hello, Jonathan Bailey).
• Strong emphasis on the importance of representation and leading by example.

🏋️ Training & Lifestyle Check-In

• Jake’s training: altitude chamber, event workouts, and a busy schedule.
• Sam’s recovery focus: rehab, strength return, and prep for Hyrox Boston in six weeks.
• Reflections on managing expectations, social media realism, and tuning advice to your life stage.

📚 What We’re Learning

• Jake: Audible binging, breathing science from The Oxygen Advantage, and planning guitar/golf lessons.
• Sam: Embracing imperfect training weeks and building sustainable structure.

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Out of Bounds Podcast with Jake Williamson and Sam Leicht.

In today's episode we'll be answering your (gay) questions, revealing your coming out stories, chatting about locker room showers, and SO MUCH MORE 🙌

Here's what to expect:

Hosted by pro HYROX athlete Jake Williamson and health entrepreneur Sam Leicht, Out of Bounds is where queer identity collides with sport, culture, and everything in between. From training diaries and body image to dating, stigma, and performance — it’s unfiltered talk at full speed.

The host dynamic is rooted in lived experience: Jake brings the firsthand perspective of an openly gay athlete competing in elite sport in the UK, while Sam offers sharp, culturally fluent commentary on health, masculinity, and queer identity in the U.S. Together, they bridge two continents with a shared mission: to make fitness and sport more visible, inclusive, and accessible for the LGBTQIA+ community.

This week on Out of Bounds, Jake and Sam welcome their second guest ever: the hilarious and chaotic Austyn The Great. Known for dancing in drag as Tina Turner during the pandemic and bringing pure queer joy online, Austyn opens up about his coming out story, life in football, and why dance became his safe space.

The conversation gets real (and very funny) as they talk about:

• Growing up gay in football culture & getting kicked off a team after coming out.
• Why straight guys playing gay characters in film is still so controversial.
• The power of queer joy, pop divas, and finding authenticity online.
• AI deepfakes, Michael Porter Jr.’s homophobic comments, and Trump’s “gay government.”
• Kink of the Week: Katoptronophilia (aka mirror play).

It’s unfiltered, unapologetic, and full of laughs. Plus, Jenny (yes, Austyn’s friend/“manager”) steals the show.