Edward Volkl

Coffee Aficionado, Podcaster, Poet, Writer, Advocate Of Everything Kinktastic & Sharing My Passion In A Positive, Uplifting Space.

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When The Screen Fades

Join me for an exploration of the real-world challenges of moving from online chatting and fantasy to genuine, in-person lifestyle commitment. I share my own journey through the challenges, fears, and unexpected rewards of living D/S in real life. No matter where you are in your D/S journey, you will gain real-world insight that will strengthen authentic connections for moving off screens and into real life.

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Mastery: Black BDSM cuffs and flogger on a red background.

Instant Mastery

Instant mastery is can be romanticized in BDSM, presenting the allure of immediate proficiency and dominance. However, beneath the surface lies a perilous path fraught with potential harm, both physical and mental. It is important to explore and unravel the complexities surrounding instant mastery, shedding light on its pitfalls and the imperative need for gradual skill acquisition and deep understanding within the BDSM community.

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Fetish Friday: Lactation

This week’s Fetish Friday explores lactation and ANR, desires that blends nurturing with power dynamics. Rooted in sensuality and care, lactation can manifest in various ways, from the act of breastfeeding to the psychological roles of caregiver and receiver. Understanding its complexity requires acknowledging the historical context of breastfeeding, sexuality, and gender roles, as well as how these influences have shaped its significance today. Exploring this fetish highlights not only its personal and psychological dimensions but also the importance of consent and safety in these intimate explorations.

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Decency

In BDSM and kink, there exists a fundamental truth that often gets overlooked, the necessity of being a courteous and respectful individual. Despite the allure of exploring taboo desires and indulging in explicit conversations, it is imperative to remember that behind every fetish lies a person deserving of basic human decency.

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Fetish Friday: Breeding

Welcome to this Fetish Friday! This week, the focus is on breeding fetishes, a topic that resonates with many individuals across different sexual orientations. This fetish is typically centered on the desire to simulate reproduction, often involving themes of fertility, dominance, and/or procreation. The appeal often stems from deeply rooted psychological factors, while the fetish is not without risks. Explore the historical roots of breeding, uncover its appeal, examine the potential risks, and discover practical ways to navigate those risks for a safer experience.

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Experience Gap

Consider “The Experience Gap” as your first listen

Jimi Hendrix’s decades old question, “Are you experienced?” Is taken into BDSM territory with this episode of the Chatting With The Lightkeeper podcast, titled “The Experience Gap”.

Why are so many newcomers unwilling to partner with someone equally inexperienced?

What makes those who are seasoned apprehensive about those who are not?

Hendrix posed the question.

This episode answers it.

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Compass: A compass like needle that points to "right direction" rather than north, south, east, and west.

Internal Compass

The internal compass is something that in way the modern world pushes us to ignore, is essential in the lifestyle. Exploring BDSM, a diverse world of sexuality and power dynamics, requires a deep understanding of oneself and an amazing level of trust in those we share it with. In this journey, one’s intuition, gut feelings, and vibes serve as invaluable guides, leading individuals through uncharted territories with confidence and authenticity. Understanding the importance of trusting oneself and cultivating this trust is crucial for a fulfilling and safe exploration of BDSM practices.

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