Shibari Study Podcast

Jake and Laced, also known as Nawa Musubi, discuss their approach to shibari and teaching philosophies. They emphasize the importance of communication and adaptation in their practice, highlighting personal growth, inclusivity, and the evolving recognition of models in the community.Nawa Musubi is the partnership of Jake and Laced. It was formed in April 2018 when Jake was officially certified by Hajime Kinoko as an instructor of his style of shibari. Jake and Laced are passionate rope educat...

Join Vex Murmur as they share their journey from Mormon upbringing to rope bondage, highlighting artistic expression, technical challenges, and self-care in self-suspension. They stress self-awareness, communication, and starting with floor work for safe exploration, promoting individualized approaches.Vex is a self-suspension rope enthusiast, where they use the forms of their body as a medium of expression with rope and self-portraits. They pull from interests in suffering and how to suffer ...

Mx Bliss explores their switch identity, the dynamics of rope play, and the challenges of navigating legal gray areas. The conversation emphasizes diversity, embracing fears, and advocating for mainstream acceptance. They also share insights on performance, failure, and community inclusivity.MxBliss (she/they) is a gleeful sadist, sensation empath, consent enthusiast, rope switch, self-suspender, and quinkster (queer kinkster). As an older, queer, femme-presenting POC who didn’t initially fee...

Mistress Gemma Li navigates a labyrinth of topics, from her disdain for celery to the depths of BDSM psychology. Explore her journey from academia to domination, as she emphasizes communication and hands-on experience in the evolving realm of kink education.Mistress Gemma Li is an international Dominatrix based in Denver, CO. She enjoys bondage in both the figurative and literal sense as a psychological tool in D/s. Instagram: @mistressgemmaliExplore 800+ high-quality rope bondage tutori...

Lu discusses their journey in the kink community, emphasizing the importance of communication and safety. They explore topics like social media, parenting, and community involvement, offering insights into their experiences and reflections on navigating the kink scene.Bimbo Daddy Lu has been an involved community member in the greater Los Angeles area since 2017. Dabbling in everything from bottoming, topping, sex work and adult entertainment production. They strive to make space for marginal...

Kata discusses their journey into shibari, blending spirituality and bodywork. They reflect on fostering community, challenges of organizing workshops, and the intersection of rope bondage with Tantra. Kata emphasizes mindfulness, presence, and ongoing self-improvement.Kata (he/she/they) has been touching and trying to understand and learn "all" about touch their whole life. They are a touch professional, genderfluid (rope)switch, bodyworker, explorer, learner and forever evolving in this (mo...

Liquid's advice: Respect your own boundaries. Their exploration of their BDSM journey emphasizes the pillars of education, consent, and accountability, advocating for inclusivity and understanding through personal anecdotes within the community.Mari or Liquid (she/they/them) as they are known in the BDSM community, served as the chapter’s VP. They also taught classes while lending their years of experience and community service by shining a light on the chapter to the greater BDSM/ Fetish/Lea...

Malachi, a switch in kink practices, emphasizes safety, negotiation, and self-advocacy in BDSM. They discuss rope experiences, nerve checks, and body perception, highlighting the emotional significance of self-suspension and the role of photography in self-discovery.Malachi (they/them) is a trans-identified, kinky, queer, polyamorous writer, and educator with a bachelor’s degree in traditional mathematics.Their literary work has been published in several journals including The Rhapsodist and ...

Massokissed discusses veganism, art, and rope bondage. Through photography and rope, she explores creativity, challenges, and emotional processing, aiming to create safe spaces for models and liberate sexuality.Massokissed (she/they) is a rope switch, photographer and model in the Pacific Northwest and has been doing rope for 5 years. She focuses on conquering challenging shapes, aesthetically decorative rope, and processing emotion through discomfort. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mas...

Heathawk shares their journey from discovering kink in Tucson to embracing vulnerability and pushing boundaries through rope bondage. Heathawk is a rope bottom from the DC Maryland Virginia area and has been practicing bottoming in rope for over 11 years. Known for their intricate ties, Heathawk has also performed at events such as Nuit de Chords and the Folsom Street Fair.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Heathawk13Twitter: https://twitter.com/heathawk13Explore 800+ high-quality rope bond...

Barbieland is like the dungeon where women are in charge. Explore the life of a pro domme with Mistress Hera as she discusses the importance of consent, vetting clients and her own unique experiences.Mistress Hera (she/her) is a 28 year old Professional Dominatrix born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, FL that has been practicing sex work for 10 years and opened her independent dungeon in Pittsburgh, PA in 2015. With a background in Anthropolgy and Global Gender studies at university, Mistress He...

subRobert explores online presence, BDSM communication, and integrating kink into daily life. Sharing journey insights and the impact of Mistress Neena, the lively discussion offers a glimpse into the world of BDSM and subRobert's unique experiences.subRobert (he/him) is based in the Tri-State area and has been in the kink scene for 9 years. He identifies as heteroflexible, is a service sub at heart, and is a budding content creator. With minimal limits, the kink community has profoundly impa...

Amid playful banter about burgers and cat poems, Shira Ties delves into body positivity, societal acceptance, and the emotional intricacies of rope play.Shira is an NYC-based rigger and Domme. She has been tying for about 5 years, focusing on body inclusivity and cultivating a safe space for those who have felt othered. She is also a published lingerie model, hiker, and loves to cook.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiraties/Explore 800+ high-quality rope bondage tutorials taught by worl...

Exploring the intricacies of rope, intimacy, and online censorship, EbiBex's discussion intertwines the art of capturing intimate moments through photography with thought-provoking reflections on the complexities of social media restrictions.EbiBex (she/they) is a queer, masochistic rope bottom who has been practicing rope alongside her partner, DWL (he/him), for nearly eight years. Together they have taught and shared their experiences locally and internationally for many years.Explore 800+ ...

In this episode, Ordinals discusses their involvement with Devil Mask Society and what community-driven, democratized rope education could look like. As a rope educator, their primary goal is to become obsolete, aspiring for a world where access to learning isn't for the privileged few. Their message? Visibility breeds possibility!Ordinals (they/them) is a queer switch, rope cryptid, and the proprietor of Devil Mask Studios in Los Angeles. When not sharing lukewarm takes on podcasts, they co-...

Get ready for an electrifying podcast episode as Nick delves into various subjects, from the thrill of rope bombing and outdoor tying to the intersection of rope and photography and the creativity within constraints. He also discusses the stigma around fainting in rope and offers advice on emergency management in suspensions.Nick (he/him) aka tie_rope_take_photo is a rigger and rope educator from Seattle. He has an eclectic rope style and is always developing new ties, body positions, and way...

In this episode, Dancehalldyke (she/they) aka Kit and slab_me_harder (she/her) aka Juliette draw parallels between the risks of backcountry skiing and rope play, emphasizing the crucial roles of negotiation and debriefing in managing these risks and building trust. Kit also shares how their time as a ballet dancer has influenced their bottoming and sheds light on the physical toll and challenges, while humorously discussing the often-heard directive, "point your toes," in rope play.Dancehalld...

In this episode, Émile, also known as Ecchimoz, a rope enthusiast and self-proclaimed "monster," opens up about his journey in the world of shibari. He discusses his personal evolution, the mind games he plays with his partners, and the profound impact of trust and vulnerability in his ties, offering a glimpse into a world where ropes and emotions entwine.Ecchimoz is a 27-year old non-binary rope rope switch based in Montreal. He has a Bachelor's degree in literature and a Master's in or...

In this episode, Mr. Goat and Madalimne discuss their journey into rope bondage and their exploration of pain and sadism within it. Mr. Goat transitioned from impact play to rope bondage and tells how he's learned to trust Madalimne's reactions and sounds as authentic expressions of her experience. They share their love for the hashira and enjoy capturing rope scenes with polaroids.Mr. Goat and Madalimne have been together and exploring rope bondage for nearly 6 years. Ambitious, sensual, and...

In this episode, Ashley Ray delves into the world of rope bondage, emphasizing its connection to human psychology and vulnerability. They demystify the concept of subspace and highlight the importance of accountability within the kink community. They also discuss their upcoming project for Las Vegas Pride, using their body to promote positive messages and inclusivity during the Pride parade.Ashley Ray (she/they) is a licensed clinical professional counselor and mental health educator/speaker....