The Master Slave Lifestyle.com Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

The podcast is back!

In this interview, I sit down with Barclay or Leather Edge, an amazing voice in the leather and kink community. Barclay is deeply respected worldwide for his insights into Kink and authentic power exchange. He hosts his own popular podcast, where he shares reflections and guidance on navigating the kink lifestyle. In this episode, we dive into his life and 30 year journey into kink and discuss the importance of mentorship, connection, and self-acceptance for those on their own path in this lifestyle.

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GUEST INFORMATION

• You can find Leather Edge's podcast and all his other links at his podcast.

• Break free from shame and guilt, stop fitting in, and proudly live your desires with the Kink Proud Handbook.

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• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

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And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

• Introduction to Barclay: Background, early days, and initial interests in bondage.

• First Experiences in Leather: Discovering leather culture in New Orleans, mentorship from a leather couple.

• Navigating Identity: The evolution from a bottom and boy role to recognizing a dominant identity.

• Leather Community Lessons: Understanding the concept of "coming of age" in leather, learning community values, and building connections.

• Transition to Dominance: Barclay’s gradual journey into a dominant role and overcoming imposter syndrome.

• Mentorship and Learning in Kink: The importance of mentorship, learning through mistakes, and finding core community connections.

• Reflections on Substance Use: Barclay’s experience with crystal meth, the impact on his leather journey, and finding recovery.

• Embracing Authenticity in Power Exchange: The importance of desire and genuine connection, Barclay’s demisexual perspective on power exchange.

• Modern Leather Life and Social Media: Barclay’s journey from AOL profiles to social media presence and the role of digital platforms in kink today.

• Closing Reflections: Advice for newcomers, thoughts on community growth, and Barclay’s gratitude for his journey.

In this episode, I explore the archetype of the 'Lover' in BDSM relationships. While the word 'Lover' often conjures up images of passion and romance, in BDSM, it encompasses so much more: empathy, connection, innocent energy, vulnerability, and ego.

But the Lover archetype isn’t all light. It also has a shadow side—the Addict, the Disconnector, the Nihilist. Together, we’ll explore these dimensions and challenge the stereotypes prevalent in the gay fetish scene. I’ll guide you through ways to communicate for deeper, more meaningful connections, moving beyond the often celebrated hardness and alphaness to embrace both strength and vulnerability.

Join me in this call to connect with tenderness, push boundaries, and foster an authentic experience that goes beyond the surface.

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LINKS:

• Buy your copy of my book: The Light and Shadow
• Link for connection meditation
• Addiction Resources:
  • US: SAMHSA’s national helpline: 800-662-4357
  • UK: Action on Addiction: 0300 330 0659
  • Other countries: https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

EPISODE BREAKDOWN

• Exploring the 'Slave as Lover' archetype: sensitivity, vulnerability, and growth
• The Shadow of the Lover: navigating grief, hurt, and hiding behind obedience
• Practical actions for slaves to foster connection and growth as a Lover

Join us in this thought-provoking episode of Master/slave Lifestyle as we explore the intriguing world of archetypes and delve into the warrior archetype in particular. In our exploration, we shed light on the profound connection between the warrior archetype and the role of a BDSM Master.

Discover the essence of the warrior archetype as the embodiment of action, power, and purpose. We examine how the archetype represents integrity, as individuals who dedicate themselves to a higher cause and strive for personal growth. Drawing inspiration from beloved characters like Maximus in 'Gladiator' and Jedi Knights in 'Star Wars,' we unravel the qualities that define the archetypal warrior.

However, no archetype is without its shadows. In this episode, we dive deep into the shadows that can affect a Master's journey, focusing on the feeling of not having the right to exist. We explore how past experiences of shame related to identity, fetishes, or desires for control can impact a Master's confidence and manifest in various ways.

Moreover, we shed light on the shadow aspects of a Master as a warrior, highlighting potential pitfalls such as overinflation, contradiction, and the risk of engaging in non-consensual behavior or dehumanizing others.

Tune in to this captivating episode as we unravel the layers of the warrior archetype and its relevance to the world of BDSM Masters. Gain insights, explore the depths of human psychology, and discover how these archetypes shape our identities and relationships.

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Visit masterslavelifestyle.com for more episodes, 90+ articles, and a free guide on mastering power exchange. Explore deeper insights, resources, and a community to support your journey!

LINKS:

• Buy your copy of my book: The Light and Shadow

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

Discover the captivating story of slave Charles, a man who, after 66 years, defied the societal pressure to discover his true slave self at the age of 66. This episode takes you on an unforgettable exploration of charles' life, his struggle with identity, and his courageous decision to embrace his authentic self as a slave.

I delve into the depths of slave charles' experiences, unearthing the challenges he faced in acknowledging and accepting his true nature. slave charles recounts the moments that led him to confront his fears, embrace his true desires, and ultimately find his place in the world.

Through his story, we confront societal norms, challenge preconceptions, and celebrate the beauty of authenticity.

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

In this episode, I speak with a Master and Kink researcher - Dr Richard Sprott, about Kink identity. We delve into power exchange, community building, headspace, and the relationship between kink and sex. With 13 different dimensions and 4 super dimensions to explore, the episode offers a comprehensive look at what makes up the rich tapestry of kink identity and how this relates to Masters and slaves.

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Visit masterslavelifestyle.com for more episodes, 90+ articles, and a free guide on mastering power exchange. Explore deeper insights, resources, and a community to support your journey!

GUEST INFORMATION

• TASHRA

• Kink Health Study

• New study

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

Discover a Master’s journey from a performer to a Sacred Kink 24/7 Master. I explore the depths of sacred kink and how it works, and how the Master and slave found each other and pushed through their fears and boundaries, and how they live 24/7 without living with each other.  And how you could start to use sacred kink yourself.

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GUEST INFORMATION

• mrvikthor.com          
• viktorioustantra.com             
• Recon profile - mrvithor  (recon )         
• mysacredkink  (Instagram)

BOOKS

Links are affiliate (and support MSL)

• Dark Moon Rising: Pagan BDSM & the Ordeal Path by Raven Kaldera
• Sacred Kink: The Eightfold Paths of BDSM and Beyond by Lee Harrington

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

Listen to the fantastic story of Boss Benjaman and his Alpha Switch Alex talking about their polyamorous Master/slave household. They discuss the actual reality of the lifestyle, what they have done to make it successful, and the issues they have faced.

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GUEST INFORMATION

• Alex' Rubber Company - https://vilaingarcon.ca/
• Boss's Legal company - https://www.justhuman.ca/
• Recon profile - https://www.recon.com/woofyhouse
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/familleWoofy

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

In this episode, we speak to Thumper (from Denying Thumper) and find out about chastity and orgasm denial. We talk about why it can be such a turnon, how one experiences prolonged chastity and orgasm denial and the mindset needed for it. And why it can be such as joy to the person. Finally, find out how how to choose your first cock cage/chastity belt and how to go more serious and deeper into chastity.

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Visit masterslavelifestyle.com for more episodes, 90+ articles, and a free guide on mastering power exchange. Explore deeper insights, resources, and a community to support your journey!

GUEST INFORMATION

• https://denyingthumper.com
• https://twitter.com/thumperMN

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]

Master Jim deeply talks about his 3 years TPE relationship with a slave - from how they found each other online to the slave flying across an ocean to move in and live with him, and finally, how the relationship ended. Find out about his learnings and his

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GUEST INFORMATION

• Recon - Master Jim
• https://grizzlypines.com

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

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in this episode, we speak to both slave conrad and Alexander about their experiences with pain - how significant health issues stopped them from embracing their desires and how they moved through this to embrace and enjoy BDSM pain.

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Visit masterslavelifestyle.com for more episodes, 90+ articles, and a free guide on mastering power exchange. Explore deeper insights, resources, and a community to support your journey!

GUEST INFORMATION

• slave conrad is an owned slave, nurse, hypnotherapist, classical singer, a voice coach for singers and transmen and women, and is a writer of erotic fiction.
  • You can contact him on NLleatherman on twitter and recon
  • He has also written a book which you can find here.
• Alexander Hahne is a gay trans man, sex educator (gsp), somatic counsellor, sexological bodyworker (ISB), dancer and pleasure activist. He leads workshops and individual counselling on the topics of body awareness, intimacy and sexuality and is a speaker for trans-specific topics in the field of sexual health.
  • Check out  www.alexanderhahne.com for more information.

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

• Support this unique podcast through a monthly or one-off donation

BE INTERVIEWED

And if you are interested in being interviewed, you can contact me at [email protected]