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BackRoom Chats is a queer podcast about culture, community, and the stories that don’t always get passed down. Hosted by Darren and Gordon, partners since 2002 and founders of Backroom Gear, this is a space for honest conversations about gay nightlife, bear culture, leather, kink, Pride, and the history behind it all. Some of it’s funny. Some of it’s personal. Some of it matters more than people realise. From stories in bars and backrooms to the parts of queer life that are slowly disappearing, this is about keeping those conversations going. New episodes weekly.

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3/18/2026

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Episode thumbnail for Rubber | How Darren Fell In Love With It & The Mistakes We Made | BackRoom Chats Ep 8

May 21, 2026

Rubber | How Darren Fell In Love With It & The Mistakes We Made | BackRoom Chats Ep 8

<p>Some interests appear out of nowhere.</p><p>Others have been there a lot longer than you realise.</p><p>In this episode of BackRoom Chats, we talk about rubber.</p><p>From early memories and first impressions through to seeing it properly for the first time and falling hard for it.</p><p>We talk about rushed purchases before events, figuring things out as we went, and the first time being shined and understanding why people love it.</p><p>Then came the upgrades.</p><p>New gear, better products, lessons learned, and finding out what worked for us.</p><p>We also talk about looking after rubber, repairing mistakes, and how your relationship with gear changes over time.</p><p>This episode isn’t about doing things properly.</p><p>It’s about how we actually did it.</p><p>Real stories, a few mistakes, and a lot of reflection.</p><p>BackRoom Chats is about queer culture, the scene, and conversations the way they actually happen.</p><p>BackRoomGear.store</p><p>🎧 New episodes weekly</p><p><br></p>

Episode thumbnail for Back Rooms, Saunas & SOPVs | What We Expected vs Reality | BackRoom Chats Ep 7

May 8, 2026

Back Rooms, Saunas & SOPVs | What We Expected vs Reality | BackRoom Chats Ep 7

<p>The first time you walk into one of these places, you really don’t know what you’re walking into.</p><p>In this episode of BackRoom Chats, we talk about Sex On Premises Venues in Australia. Back rooms, saunas, dedicated venues, and some of the unofficial spaces we came across over the years.</p><p>We get into our first experiences, what surprised us, awkward moments, and the different kinds of energy these places can have once you’re actually inside them.</p><p>Some were social, some were intimidating, and some were completely different to what we expected.</p><p>This isn’t a guide or a lesson. Just real stories and observations from our own experiences.</p><p>This week’s Kink of the Week is voyeurism. We talk about where it shows up, why people enjoy it, and how common it actually is once you start noticing it.</p><p>BackRoom Chats is about queer culture, the scene, and real conversations, the way they actually happen.</p><p>Check out BackRoomGear.store</p><p>🎧 New episodes weekly</p><p><br></p>

Episode thumbnail for TV, Hidden Codes & Growing Up Different | From He-Man to Drag Race | BackRoom Chats Ep 6

April 30, 2026

TV, Hidden Codes & Growing Up Different | From He-Man to Drag Race | BackRoom Chats Ep 6

<p>There was a lot we were watching growing up that didn’t quite make sense at the time.</p><p>Certain characters, certain looks, certain moments that stuck with you even if you didn’t know why.</p><p>In this episode of BackRoom Chats, we talk about how TV and music from the 70s, 80s and 90s shaped how we saw ourselves before we had the words for it.</p><p>From British comedies and camp characters to cartoons like He-Man, there were always signs there. Looking back now, it’s a lot clearer what we were picking up on.</p><p>We also get into how things have changed, from early coded representation to shows like Queer As Folk and Drag Race, and what that shift has meant.</p><p>This episode goes a bit deeper in places. Some of those early influences weren’t just entertainment, they had an impact.</p><p>This week’s Kink of the Week is shoes, socks, and scent. We keep it light and talk about where it fits and why it shows up more than people expect.</p><p>BackRoom Chats is about queer culture, the scene, and real conversations, the way they actually happen.</p><p>Check out BackRoomGear.store</p><p>Full episodes at BackRoom Chats</p><p>🎧 New episodes weekly</p><p><br></p>

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What is BackRoom Chats?

BackRoom Chats is a queer podcast about culture, community, and the stories that don’t always get passed down.

Hosted by Darren and Gordon, partners since 2002 and founders of Backroom Gear, this is a space for honest conversations about gay nightlife, bear culture, leather, kink, Pride, and the history behind it all.

Some of it’s funny. Some of it’s personal. Some of it matters more than people realise.

From stories in bars and backrooms to the parts of queer life that are slowly disappearing, this is about keeping those conversations going.

New episodes weekly.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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