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Miss R: From Leash to the LeatherminesA gentle, kind, and caring exterior covering a core of steel. That core is why Miss R from the Leathermines has been a pillar of Madison’s kink community since before there was a kink community in Madison. From the MadTownKinkFest to Teslacon, Nakamacon, Kinky Geek Night and parties and gatherings at her home, Miss R
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What is Madison Kink?
MadisonKink is an independent site dedicated to promoting kink-friendly groups and events in the Madison area, as well as presenting kink, itself, in a way that is more accessible and acceptable to everyone.
This site is about presenting information. We do this through member listings, feature articles, articles on up-coming events, and what we hope to be the most accurate and comprehensive calendar of kink-friendly events in and around Madison. We also have a volunteer staff of writers presenting articles on health, law, faith, and social interaction in a kink context. Our writers are credentialed professionals and authors of proven worth. Our standards are high because you deserve it.
MadisonKink is for everybody. We strive not only to be a neutral focal point for those who call themselves "kinky", but to also be a quality source of information and insight for anyone who's curious about this thing called "kink".
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Sure I Trust You…
Trust is a word that is often used when talking about kink. People say that the basis for power dynamic relationships is trust. They also talk about the need for trust during kinky play. The fact is that trust matters in all types of relationships, kinky or not. Being in a relationship means making yourself
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No. Just no. I have had to say that recently to someone I really wanted to play with. They had arranged for some of my time, had negotiated well and I was looking forward to the session. The time came and I had to turn them away. It was sad, not just for me but
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The Straight Guide to the Gay Bar
I have noticed, when talking to friends who identify as heterosexual, that there’s a certain apprehension ‘straight’ people have about going to a ‘gay’ bar. They are worried they won’t have a good time, that they will stick out as the token “straight but supportive friend”, or that they might unintentionally offend someone while there.
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Hey! RU thare? – How Not To Message a Potential Kink Partner.
Yes, this is going to be a little bit of a rant. Be aware and proceed with caution. It is currently Monday morning while I write this. I just waded through almost an hour’s worth of messages that had piled up in the ‘in’ box for one of the social media websites I belong to.
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Saturday Specials
BDSM Definitions: Discipline We often talk about “discipline” in BDSM, but what is it we’re really talking about? Without even bringing in the BDSM aspects, the word has a lot of definitions. While a couple of them are outside the scope of kink, most of them are appropriate–as well as completely different. In BDSM, even more so
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Kinky Dollar Store Toys I have to admit that I have a strange sense of what is appropriate to a kink scene. I am not one to go with too many of the stereotypes, but try to use the surroundings, people and items I have on hand. Being a Pro-Dom, I have to be aware and cautious about reusing
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The Cost of Being Kinky Starting off can be exhilarating. There are so many new things to try that trying to pick just one is a task in and of itself. Even attending events can be a lot to take in; everyone seems to have their own little specialty and niche, and oh the outfits! At the vanilla-friendly events, it
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Coming Events
Walk a Mile in Her ShoesOne topic that is especially important to kinksters is that of sexual violence. In a subculture which glorifies consensual restraint, control, and violence in a
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A Kinky Christmas Tree As the Christmas season decends upon us, it’s time to start thinking about what to put under the tree. Finding just the right gift is always difficult–doubly so when you’re buying for a kinky friend. While there are plenty of businesses out there looking to sell you whips and chains and implements of destruction, why not get a little creative this Christmas? MadisonKink has a few suggestions to help you out.
Dine Out for DAIS If you’re going to eat out only one night next month, make it October 6th, and choose your restaurant from this list [PDF]. DAIS–the Domestic
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