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Placemarker 4 Perversion Podcast
Hosted by Audry Lu Black · EN
Welcome to Placemarker4Perversion, hosted by Mistress Audry Lu Black. Join me as we leave behind the mundane and draw back the velvet curtain to learn new things and explore the philosophical depths of kink. This inclusive space dismantles rigid expectations, welcoming seasoned sensualists, the “just curious”, and tenderfoot trembling on the threshold. You'll find a sanctuary here.
Even after 25 years of wielding the lash and enjoying sculpting consensual behavioral modification techniques, Mistress Audry Lu Black knows the pursuit of understanding is an unending dance—and her kink. What can want teach us? How are lust and longing powerful tools for self-actualization? From Plato to pegging, fisting to Freud. We’ll learn together from experts, philosophers, voices you have never heard, and guardians of ethical play.
Join us to explore power, vulnerability, and consent, where the human mind meets ethical kink - one knot, one caress, one whispered word at a time.
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Leather-Clad Consent with Kol
3w ago01:12:02Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, AudryLu Black and Kol discuss the importance of community-owned education in the BDSM and leather communities. They explore the role of consent classes, the significance of non-verbal communication, and the impact of online communities. The discussion also touches on the rich history and values of the leather community. They emphasize the need for inclusivity, community support, and the importance of navigating personal boundaries in BDSM practices. Featured toy/resource: Whiteboard and dry-erase markerFRIES Model – Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and SpecificLeather Archives Documentary https://vimeo.com/1012894808 Leather Archives and Museum Article https://www.them.us/story/the-registry-chicago-leather-museumLeather History Timeline from The Leather Archives & Museum https://leatherarchives.org/history How the Leatherdykes helped change feminism https://ncsfreedom.org/2017/05/07/how-the-leatherdykes-helped-change-feminism/On Leather Values from the Carter/Johnson Library https://carterjohnsonlibrary.com/about-leather Leather as Radical Kinship - A Leather Title Holder’s Story on PBS NPR Connecticut https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-06-26/connecticut-leather-lgbtq-prideLeather Underground Magazine https://www.houstonlgbthistory.org/Houston80s/Assorted%20Pubs/Club%20Scene-Los%20Angeles%20794-Niebur/ClubScene12-83.compressed.pdfLeather Values Demystified https://theflamestribune.com/article-categories/education.htmlEducation Portland Leather Alliance Linktree https://linktr.ee/portland_leatherConsent, Negotiation, and Dungeon Etiquette for Neurodivergent folks https://fetlife.com/groups/179987The National Coalition for Sexual Freedom https://ncsfreedom.org/PLA https://www.portlandleather.org/THRIVE virtual BDSM and Mental Health Conference https://thrivevirtualcon.com/Credits: Producers Maypop, Mimic, Siren, Sunflower, Poppy and Zinnia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger.
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From Power Lifting to Power Exchange: Training with Goddess Aroya Lessons
May 101:21:11Tap to summarizeMistress AudryLu Black and Goddess Aroya Lessons examine the intersections of BDSM practice, podcasting, and personal evolution. Their discussion navigates pop culture's influence on identity and relationship dynamics within power exchange. They explore the balance between training and domination and the value of being correctable in leadership. The conversation extends to positioning in dominance and the liberation of authentic self-expression, while addressing community safety practices, and their 'Build to Serve' bootcamp integrating fitness with BDSM elements.A munch is a casual social gathering for people involved in or interested in kink, BDSM, fetishes, or alternative relationship lifestyles.Shoe cleaner, tactile brush for sensation play.Build to Serve Bootcamp is a space intentionally created to help submissives build structure, discipline, devotion, and a deeper understanding of service. It focuses on mindset, obedience, presentation, consistency, and practical tools that support personal growth within power exchange.Elevate and Dommenate podcast: Goddess Aroya Lessons and Orpheus Black dive into the captivating world of alternative dominance. From exploring intentional dom-sub relationships to helping newbies navigate the pro/lifestyle Dom(me) world, this podcast is your invitation to an empowering and unapologetically bold journey with these remarkable Doms.https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pxDCyLJiqWE24v9rYy2u9?si=77304216fbe44e47 Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger.
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The Power of Furship with Sharkey & Zander
Apr 1501:14:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Mistress AudryLu Black, Sharkey, and Zander peel back the curtain of the furry community. They trace the intimate pathways of entry, where conventions become spaces for profound connection and belonging. The conversation navigates the complex architecture of identity, where fursonas emerge not as escapism but as expressions of self. What begins as an exploration of subculture becomes something more: a masterclass in how to build a world where the self can be seen, touched, and celebrated in its most authentic form.They also discuss the vibrant world of the furry art community and how artists find commissions. Sharkey and Zander share resources and recommendations for aspiring artists and enthusiasts.Today’s resources include the written works of:Kyell Goldhttp://www.kyellgold.com/TJ Mindehttps://furrywritersguild.com/writers/tj-minde/The Echo Projecthttps://echoproject.itch.io/Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Love in a Time of Chronic Illness with Andrew Turner
Apr 101:13:11Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, K. Andrew Turner and Mistress Audry Lu Black dissect the intersection of queerness, identity, and disability. They talk about navigating public spaces engineered for exclusion. Access and accommodation are not generosity; they are the minimum requirements for any community that claims to be inclusive.Their dialogue encompasses love, attraction, and the dynamics of relationships. They unpack informed consent, disclosure in dating, and the ways desire shifts alongside bodies, capacity, and circumstance. Grief is given its due—not as an ending, but as a teacher—and the conversation returns to honest communication.With humor and unflinching vulnerability, this discussion supposes that genuine connection is not accidental. It is built through openness, respect, and the courage to be fully seen.Content warning: Conversation around Grief, medical information, disability and consentFeatured toy/resource: Andrew’s Book: Heart, Mind, Blood. You can find it at the link below:https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Mind-Blood-Andrew-Turner/dp/163534526X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=heart+mind+blood+skin+turner&qid=1594525538&sr=8-1 K. Andrew Turner writes queer, literary and speculative fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in stolen weekday moments. In 2013, he founded East Jasmine Review—an electronic literary journal, with a focus on publishing diverse writers. He was a semifinalist for the 2016 Luminaire Award in poetry. His full-length poetry collection Heart, Mind, Blood, Skin is now available from Finishing Line Press. He also has a chapbook, “Gymlationship” from Arroyo Seco Press His work has also appeared in Chiron Review, LUMMOX, Carnival Literary, Sadie Girl Press, MUSE, Redshift, and other publications and anthologies. Find more at www.kandrewturner.com or follow him on X/Instagram/BlueSky @kandrewturner.Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Ethical Bratting 101 with Sckratch
Mar 1501:15:23Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Mistress AudryLu Black and Sckratch delve into the nuances of bratting within the BDSM community. They explore the various styles of bratting, emphasizing the importance of respectful interaction, understanding boundaries, and the intent behind teasing. They also explore the playful nature of bratting, contrasting it with petty behavior, and the importance of negotiation in establishing dynamics. The conversation highlights the multifaceted nature of kink, where humor, vulnerability, and emotional safety intertwine to create fulfilling experiences.Toy: NiceLeatherGear Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Losing Power, Finding Self with Mistress Natalie
Mar 101:14:54Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Mistress Audry Lu Black and Mistress Natalie delve into the complexities of power dynamics within BDSM relationships. They explore the balance between ego and submission and the human needs that underpin power exchanges. The discussion also highlights generational shifts in attitudes towards power and intimacy, advocating for a more holistic approach to self-care and emotional well-being in the context of BDSM. In this engaging conversation, Mistress Natalie and Audry Lu Black explore various aspects of BDSM, including role-switching, favorite toys, the importance of communication, and the definitions of dominance and submission. They emphasize the significance of negotiation and the ongoing nature of power exchange dynamics, highlighting the need for safety and mutual understanding in relationships.Today’s resources include:Square Peg Toys silicone bvtt plugs https://www.squarepegtoys.com/shop/Rattan switch https://amzn.to/3M1anEHIlan Lev method – gentle, hands-on bodywork and movement practice https://ilanlev.org/en/MITPISA is a form developed to make any kind of scene negotiation easier and ensure that safety issues are addressed. We recommend using this form when negotiating pick up play, or before the execution of any scene, even one that was more thoroughly negotiated at some time earlier than the actual play date. https://kinkcollective.net/Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Wanna Learn More Network with Evey Winters
Feb 1601:19:10Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Mistress Audry Lu BLack sits down with Evey Winters to explore what happens inside isolationist spaces—how the promise of belonging can quietly harden into rigid, black-and-white thinking. They unpack “red pill” ideology and the way it rejects nuance, demanding absolutes where real human experience lives in the gray.Together, they also turn toward survival and truth: why believing survivors matters, how sexual assault trauma reshapes lives, and the exhausting, often brutal obstacles survivors face when they try to seek justice. This is a conversation about listening without defensiveness, holding complexity without flinching, and choosing empathy over easy answers.Content warning: sexual assault, sexual abuse and deathToday’s resources include:Have a Gay Day: https://haveagayday.org/Wanna Learn More Network: http://www.wannalearnmore.com/Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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The Only Consultant, Taxes and Titties with Katherine Studley
Feb 101:00:23Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Mistress AudryLu Black sits down with Katherine Studley—a tax consultant who works fluently in the spicy economy—to unravel the quiet complexities of filing taxes as a sex worker. They talk about the realities that rarely make it into polite financial advice: stigma, discretion, and the very real labor of keeping your livelihood protected in a world that isn’t always kind or fair.Katherine breaks down why treating your work like a business matter—how clean organization, separating personal and professional finances, and, in some cases, forming an LLC can be acts of both self-respect and self-defense. Along the way, she offers clear, practical guidance on staying compliant, avoiding common mistakes, and building financial systems that don’t rely on shame or secrecy.Most importantly, she models what so many in this industry need but rarely receive: a judgment-free space where questions are welcome, realities are acknowledged, and taking care of yourself is not only allowed but encouraged.Important links:www.IRS.govhttps://stan.store/theonlyconsultantCredits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Big Clit Energy and the Orgasm Revolution
Jan 1501:12:49Tap to summarizeIn this layered exchange, Mistress Audrey Lu Black and Eve Hall approach intimacy with both curiosity and command—unpacking “Big Clit Energy” as a philosophy of confidence, communication, and embodied awareness rather than a slogan. They move through sexual health with clarity and care, touching on pelvic floor wellness, fantasy, and roleplay as tools for connection, not performance. The conversation widens to include nonverbal language, the difference between sex and intimacy, and the persistent orgasm gap—examined without shame, but with precision. Kink appears here as a framework for consent, boundaries, and deeper dialogue, while trauma is acknowledged as something that deserves patience and education, not silence. What emerges is an invitation to self-care, playfulness, and honest conversation—because fulfillment, like confidence, grows where attention is paid.Some truths linger in the body long after the conversation ends.Content warning: sexual traumawww.pleaseme.onlineOn her website, you’ll find:An intimate toy store with a dedicated kink and BDSM-friendly sectionTrusted sexual wellness affiliates and product recommendationsContact information for sexual health coaching, intimacy coaching, and Physical Therapy servicesCredits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower, Zinnia and Dahlia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger
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Odyssey of Kink with Lady Sheba
Jan 100:57:31Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Lady Sheba moves with the kind of confidence that comes from lived knowledge—speaking as a dominatrix, educator, and artist who understands both the psychology and the poetry of her world. She traces the quiet power of makeup as ritual and signal, reflects on her stewardship at the Carter/Johnson Library, and honors leather not just as material, but as memory—stitched deeply into LGBTQ history and survival. Woven through it all are reflections on representation, mentorship, and how kink relationships continue to evolve with more intention, care, and community than ever before. Lady Sheba’s photographic installation will be on view at the Carter/Johnson Library & Collection in January 2026. Some legacies don’t just ask to be seen—they invite you to look closer.https://carterjohnsonlibrary.com/https://cjlcleather.com/Credits: Producers Maypop, Siren, Sunflower and Zinnia; Sound Editor Primrose; Music Creators Nick Ruiz and Dawson Kroeger.
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