I enjoyed this conversation and the transparency, but I think that it’s also important to promote safe sex along with casual sex. Throughout this discussion I didn’t hear any mention of condoms, testing, PREP, discussing status with these casual sex partners, etc. It’s ok to be a freak. But be a safe freak. Sex is an opportunity to explore yourself, but it’s also an opportunity to learn how to protect yourself and your sexual partners.
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts!! We get to that in our next episode and subsequent episodes. This entire season is about sexuality and we discuss everything you just mentioned 😏#StayCurious
Its 2024! Safe sex should be a NON NEGOTIABLE unspoken GIVEN for those that are interested. Its not their JOB to tell you and others what should be COMMON sex. Not one time did they say have sex without condoms and allow random strangers to bust inside you. You're projecting heavy sweety. Get some healing
This was so well done...Tarek is awesome!!! Y'all should be doing a live forum w/an audience for every pride .... with Q&A.... performances etc..... Black men do not open up and talk like this.... this is so good!!
Bravo..... these are the discussions i wish Black men would have at dinner parties... brunch....etc..... I'm late to the party but I'm a definite Fan!!!
Yo I am SOOO glad this conversation is happening. I resonated with sooo much THANK YOU gentlemen for this video. I wish was able to be on the panel and share. I'll be sharing this video. ❤🤗🤗🤗
Appreciate you so much for watching! Really happy this topic and conversation resonated with you and very happy to hear that you’ll share it with others 🥲
This is my first episode and it’s got me locked in. You were all so engaged with one another that, even with my screen off, it felt as if I were in a 5th chair. Encore 🎉
Great job guys. It was great to hear your perspectives and ideals on sexual empowerment! Tarek Ali you have me crushing for sure, you have a dope mind and perspective. Thank you all for sharing your experiences.
Well said. Saunas in Europe was where you could discover yourself sexually and have freedom to enjoy a variety of men without guilt and with a comfort , that you may not experience here.
Wow! I really enjoyed listening to y’all! From someone who has dealt with trauma and addiction I. Find myself lost and feeling dirty and used. How to differentiate a healthy way to have sex and an unhealthy way?
This is a huge problem in our community we just want to make random sex and being unsafe OKAY and make it like a trophie, we are literally killing each other. So many young HIV brothers walking amongst us and it’s sad. We are so amazing, we don’t have to lay on our back to feel impowered.
it's not a huge problem in the community in very recent years. people who are negative are staying negative much easier. stop being in the community and spreading the bad, false stereotypes of the community. prep is VERY used and effective. the state of hiv today is far different than it was even 10 years ago
Nice video. And Jordan good story. I graduated 🎓 at Trenton Central High in 07 while going too Mercer performing arts high school. Im from Camden and grew up in Willingboro. Nice too see some similarities.
There is so much more to life than sex and I haven't heard that mentioned ONCE. This is why sex shouldn't have this much weight or power over ANY individual person. Sex is not the only thing on earth and is definitely the LEAST healthy way to HEAL oneself.
But sexuality is what this episode (and our entire season) is about lol it's literally the topic of discussion here. We have so many other episodes from previous seasons that are non sex related. Please check those out :)
I appreciate the vulnerability and transparency of this group. I do wonder how this preoccupation with sex affects ones ability to receive love. I do feel that you can ruin yourself for love by heavy engagement in casual encounters. I also feel like casual sex can communicate a subconscious devaluation and self diminishing behavior. It seems that some gay men use sex as an outlet to avoid dealing with various things. I do not think God condones fornication as sex is a spiritual act that is often times confused as strictly physical. I think we are going to see during this current Age that we were wrong about casual sex.
Great conversation even though hoeing around doesnt resonate with me . I don't belive sleeping around is the only way we can live and enjoy life abundantly. It depicts rhe LGBTQ community in a bad light and also "while living life abundantly"we also have to remember the STDs .but like i said ,great conversation!!
I enjoyed this conversation and the transparency, but I think that it’s also important to promote safe sex along with casual sex. Throughout this discussion I didn’t hear any mention of condoms, testing, PREP, discussing status with these casual sex partners, etc. It’s ok to be a freak. But be a safe freak. Sex is an opportunity to explore yourself, but it’s also an opportunity to learn how to protect yourself and your sexual partners.
That part!
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts!! We get to that in our next episode and subsequent episodes. This entire season is about sexuality and we discuss everything you just mentioned 😏#StayCurious
31:49 practice safety, take care of yourself, be on your sexual health (hosts and guests agree audibly)👂
Its 2024! Safe sex should be a NON NEGOTIABLE unspoken GIVEN for those that are interested. Its not their JOB to tell you and others what should be COMMON sex. Not one time did they say have sex without condoms and allow random strangers to bust inside you. You're projecting heavy sweety. Get some healing
This was so well done...Tarek is awesome!!! Y'all should be doing a live forum w/an audience for every pride .... with Q&A.... performances etc..... Black men do not open up and talk like this.... this is so good!!
Bravo..... these are the discussions i wish Black men would have at dinner parties... brunch....etc..... I'm late to the party but I'm a definite Fan!!!
Been searching for a queer podcast for over a year now. So glad this came on my timeline; can't wait to watch. All the way from South Africa
Yessss get into it!!
Thank you for creating this space. New listener / follower and I find your podcast extremely helpful ❤
Yo I am SOOO glad this conversation is happening. I resonated with sooo much THANK YOU gentlemen for this video. I wish was able to be on the panel and share. I'll be sharing this video. ❤🤗🤗🤗
Appreciate you so much for watching! Really happy this topic and conversation resonated with you and very happy to hear that you’ll share it with others 🥲
The transparency in this episode is so beautiful 💙
This was a dope episode guys, I’ve definitely been needing to hear conversation like this. Thank you Surface Level and Tarek! 🖤🌈
Thank you for watching!
This is my first episode and it’s got me locked in. You were all so engaged with one another that, even with my screen off, it felt as if I were in a 5th chair. Encore 🎉
Great job guys. It was great to hear your perspectives and ideals on sexual empowerment! Tarek Ali you have me crushing for sure, you have a dope mind and perspective. Thank you all for sharing your experiences.
Tarek brought us here… a new member❤
Welcome!! 🥲
Excellent discussion! Great job guys!
Thank you!!
Well said. Saunas in Europe was where you could discover yourself sexually and have freedom to enjoy a variety of men without guilt and with a comfort , that you may not experience here.
Love a judgement free space!
i needed this! i love y’all!
Wow, I love this. Great job guys
Wow! I really enjoyed listening to y’all! From someone who has dealt with trauma and addiction I. Find myself lost and feeling dirty and used. How to differentiate a healthy way to have sex and an unhealthy way?
This is a huge problem in our community we just want to make random sex and being unsafe OKAY and make it like a trophie, we are literally killing each other. So many young HIV brothers walking amongst us and it’s sad. We are so amazing, we don’t have to lay on our back to feel impowered.
it's not a huge problem in the community in very recent years. people who are negative are staying negative much easier. stop being in the community and spreading the bad, false stereotypes of the community. prep is VERY used and effective. the state of hiv today is far different than it was even 10 years ago
We get into conversations about how to protect yourself sexually later this season #StayCurious
Nice video. And Jordan good story. I graduated 🎓 at Trenton Central High in 07 while going too Mercer performing arts high school. Im from Camden and grew up in Willingboro. Nice too see some similarities.
Love that!!
Love Love this ❤
Yayyy glad you found this worthwhile!
There is so much more to life than sex and I haven't heard that mentioned ONCE. This is why sex shouldn't have this much weight or power over ANY individual person. Sex is not the only thing on earth and is definitely the LEAST healthy way to HEAL oneself.
But sexuality is what this episode (and our entire season) is about lol it's literally the topic of discussion here. We have so many other episodes from previous seasons that are non sex related. Please check those out :)
I appreciate the vulnerability and transparency of this group. I do wonder how this preoccupation with sex affects ones ability to receive love. I do feel that you can ruin yourself for love by heavy engagement in casual encounters. I also feel like casual sex can communicate a subconscious devaluation and self diminishing behavior. It seems that some gay men use sex as an outlet to avoid dealing with various things. I do not think God condones fornication as sex is a spiritual act that is often times confused as strictly physical. I think we are going to see during this current Age that we were wrong about casual sex.
"Throb" a song by the Queen Janet Jackson. You're welcome ;) Great chat btw
Yes! That’s who we’re paying homage to. Check out our teaser video on our IG page 😝
I really like your crew and listen on Spotify as well as youtube; hope to be on the show one day. May all yalls dreams come true 💪🏾
Thank you for the kind words and for watching/listening!! 😊😊
this is sexual health education 🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
loved this episode. new subscriber fs :))
Ayeeee! Thank you!
Amazing interview👏🏾🖤💯🌈
Thank you!!😊
I loved this convo! So needed, so relevant. I had many of the same experiences. Going to a bathhouse really helped me move past my body image issues.
Thank you for watching and for sharing!!
This was beautiful.
Thank you!
Great episode ❤
Appreciate it!!
11k views!!! Yes!!
Great conversation even though hoeing around doesnt resonate with me . I don't belive sleeping around is the only way we can live and enjoy life abundantly. It depicts rhe LGBTQ community in a bad light and also "while living life abundantly"we also have to remember the STDs .but like i said ,great conversation!!
Thank you!! We get into conversations about how to protect yourself sexually later this season…
Such a great video I truly love this!!
Aww thank you!!
I looooove this conversation so much! Empowering and Championing a good sex life!
Glad you enjoy this topic!!
Am I the only one who came here after seeing a clip on TikTok?
Y’all are so fine 😩
.......and they ALL LOOK like they got something THEY cant get 'rid of'.......Enjoy lol
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