Candyman is known for pushing boundaries of men’s underwear and producing some amazing lingerie. This is from January 2022. I love when they make bodysuits and other fun things.

Hey guys — I just wanted to drop this in here.

One of the big things I really want to focus on this year is building a better, stronger community and actually talking to more guys. Not just online engagement, not just comments or likes, but real conversations and real connections.

Over the past year, one of the things I’ve come to enjoy the most is connecting with so many different guys. I’ve even made some new local friends recently, and I want to keep that going. But I also want to talk to guys all over the world — guys who love underwear, sure — but also guys who want to take it beyond that and actually become friends. The kind of friendships where you talk about life, about stuff that matters, and really get to know each other.

That’s been really important to me lately, because I think a lot of us are just trying to find our chosen family. And I think a lot of underwear guys feel the same way. There can be a lot of isolation. A feeling that people don’t quite get you. Sometimes your partner doesn’t fully get it, and most of the time your family definitely doesn’t.

But this thing we all share — our love of underwear — brings us together. And from there, it allows us to build something bigger and deeper on top of it. I’ve made so many friends through the podcast who are way more than just guests who came on to share a story. Some of those connections have grown into real friendships, and there are others I’d love to get closer to as well.

It really comes down to finding the time to talk, getting to know each other, and letting friendships grow naturally. That’s honestly one of my main goals this year.

So I want guys to reach out to me. Send me a DM. Send me an email. I know I’m starting school in a week, and it might take me a little bit to get back to you sometimes, but I really do try to respond to everyone who takes the time to write — whether it’s about the podcast, the blog, or just to say hello.

It brings me a lot of joy. Truly. When I see other guys enjoying the podcast and the community we’re building, it makes me really happy. This community has been underserved for a long time, and it feels good to finally have a space where we can just be free about who we are.

At the beginning, this was actually kind of hard for me. I was very much the guy behind the curtain. I didn’t want to be front and center. I didn’t want the spotlight. But with the podcast, that changed. You get to hear my voice now, not just read words on a blog. You hear what I think, the questions I ask, the conversations you’d probably want to have yourselves. And honestly? It’s been so much fun.

I love doing the podcast. Like… really love doing it. And after a pretty up-and-down couple of years, having this in my life means a lot. I want to open up to more guys, get to know people here in the U.S. and abroad, and eventually meet up in person. There are so many people from the podcast and the blog that I still haven’t met face-to-face yet, and I’d love for that to happen — even trips, meetups, vacations, doing fun stuff together down the line.

That’s the goal.

So if you want to get in touch, please reach out. Say hello. Introduce yourself. Ask me questions. Talk to me about underwear… or talk to me about something completely different. If you want to say, “Hey, I’m an underwear lover, but I’d love to talk about X,” do it. Once we both know we’re underwear guys, we don’t have to explain anything. We just get it. And from there, it’s easier to go deeper and build real friendships.

You can find me on social — UNB Tim on all platforms. If you send a DM and don’t hear back, leave a comment on one of my posts saying, “Hey, I sent you a DM,” because those hidden inboxes are a pain and I sometimes miss them. You can also email me through the site.

And if I don’t respond the first time, please don’t think I’m ignoring you. Sometimes messages get buried — I get a lotof underwear emails — so feel free to follow up. A simple “Hey, just checking in” is totally fine. Persistence is okay. I get it.

I really hope to hear from you this year. And I hope you all have an amazing year ahead, filled with good connections, good conversations, and a lot of fun along the way.

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We take you back to 2020 and January just before COVID hit and remind you of this shoot from Jockstrap Central featuring Cellblock 13. I miss this store so much. Just a reminder that things change in the underwear world .

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Merry Xmas and Happy holidays from me and the whole UNB crew. I know 2025 sucked for me but here’s to another year and holiday filled with gear and undies.

As another year wraps up, it feels important to reflect not just on the numbers but on the conversations that defined this year of the Brief Talk Podcast.

Real Stories, Not Just Gear

While underwear and gear remain at the center of the show, 2025 made it clear that what resonates most are the stories behind them. This year’s episodes repeatedly returned to how underwear connects to identity, confidence, sexuality, aging, and masculinity—often in ways guests hadn’t fully articulated before appearing on the show.

Standout Conversation Themes from the Year

Discovering Underwear as Self-Expression

Several episodes explored the moment men realized underwear was more than functional. Guests shared first memories of buying something for themselves, hiding pairs they loved, or finally allowing themselves to wear what felt right—often tied to coming out or reclaiming confidence later in life.

Masculinity, Rules, and Breaking Them

Some of the most engaging conversations centered on the unspoken “rules” men grow up with—what’s considered masculine, acceptable, or too much. Episodes dug into why certain styles feel rebellious, how gay and straight masculinity are often judged differently, and why underwear can become a quiet act of defiance or freedom.

Body Image at Every Stage

This year featured honest discussions about bodies changing—through aging, fitness journeys, weight loss, or simply letting go of unrealistic standards. Guests talked openly about insecurity, a comparison culture, and how finding the right gear helped them reconnect with their bodies rather than fight them.

Need a Few Good Men

The Need a Few Good Men stories were a major highlight, shifting the focus toward vulnerability and connection. These episodes reinforced how powerful it is when men hear that their experiences—awkward, joyful, confusing, or deeply personal—aren’t unique or shameful.

Relationships, Visibility, and Sharing Online

Several shows addressed navigating relationships in the age of social media—how partners feel about posting gear photos, setting boundaries, and balancing personal expression with respect and communication. These conversations resonated because they reflected real, ongoing negotiations many listeners are facing right now.

Community First, Always

What stood out most in 2025 wasn’t just the content—it was the response. Messages from listeners who felt seen, emails thanking the show for putting words to feelings they’d carried for years, and guests opening up in ways they hadn’t expected reminded me why Brief Talk exists in the first place.

This podcast continues to be a space where:

• Men can be honest without being judged
• Underwear is a doorway, not the destination
• Stories matter more than algorithms

Looking Ahead

• The goal moving forward stays the same:
• More depth.
• More voices.
• More conversations that go beyond the surface.

As Brief Talk enters a new year, our commitment is to continue exploring masculinity, confidence, and self-expression—one honest conversation at a time.

Thank You

To every guest who trusted me with their story, every listener who hit play, and everyone who reached out to say “this episode hit home”—thank you. You’re the reason this show continues.

Here’s to another year of conversations worth having—and underwear worth talking about.

If you are a spandex fan, one of the newest suits that’s taking the community by storm is the BetterMe hero suit. It’s a mix of the superhero look and fitness in one. It’s one that is on the top of my wish list for spandex

We have Sam from SB Swimwear coming on the podcast after the first of the year. Here he is celbrating the holidays in his own swim briefs.

There are very few pieces of men’s underwear that carry as much history, fantasy, and cultural weight as the jockstrap. Originally designed for pure function, the jock has evolved into something far more layered—part athletic gear, part erotic signal, part identity marker.

On a recent Brief Talk Podcast – After Dark episode, I sat down with Jay, Eric (The Jocker Room), and Chris (Crimson Ginger) for an unfiltered conversation about jockstraps: where they started for us, why they still matter, and how something so simple continues to spark desire, confidence, and connection.

What unfolded wasn’t just a sexy discussion—it was a surprisingly thoughtful look at masculinity, shame, nostalgia, and how men relate to their bodies and each other.

The First Jock Is Never Just a Jock

For many of us, the first time wearing a jockstrap is burned into memory. Whether it came from sports, curiosity, or a quiet moment of rebellion, it’s rarely forgettable.

Some of the guys talked about discovering jocks through athletics—classic Bike jocks, cotton pouches, elastic straps—while others found them later, intentionally, as a way to step outside the underwear norms of boxers and boxer briefs. What stood out was how often that first jock wasn’t about sex at all… until it was.

There’s something powerful about wearing a garment that feels both forbidden and familiar. A jock doesn’t just support your body—it changes how you carry yourself.

Seeing Another Guy in a Jock Changes Everything

One recurring theme in the episode was the moment you realize other guys wear jocks too.

Whether it happened in a gym locker room, a hot tub, a relationship, or even on TV, seeing another man confidently wearing a jock can flip a switch. It’s not always sexual in the moment—but it’s charged. It signals confidence, openness, and a willingness to exist outside rigid masculine rules.

For some, it even deepened friendships. That simple realization—oh, you’re into this too—creates connection. Underwear has a strange way of doing that.

What Makes a Jock Sexy?

Ask four guys what makes a jock sexy and you’ll get four different answers—and that’s part of the magic.

For some, it’s the straps: tight, snug, framing the ass just right.

For others, it’s the pouch and the way it lifts, presents, and enhances.

And for many, it’s the waistband tease—that accidental flash when a shirt rides up or jeans dip just enough to reveal what’s underneath.

A jock doesn’t hide much. It suggests intention without explanation. It doesn’t scream—it signals.

From Locker Rooms to Fetish Culture

Jockstraps are deeply tied to masculinity, sports, and locker-room mythology—and gay men have been reclaiming and reinterpreting that symbolism for decades.

There’s the classic fantasy: teammates, coaches, PE class, the jock you wanted but never touched. There’s also the very real history of jocks being mandatory athletic gear—something every guy wore, whether he liked it or not.

Over time, that shared experience became fetishized, eroticized, and eventually celebrated. Gay porn cemented the jockstrap as a visual shorthand for sex. Leather, rubber, spandex, mesh—jocks evolved with the culture.

Yet despite all that, the classic athletic jock still holds power. It’s timeless.

Why Don’t More Men Wear Jocks to the Gym Anymore?

One of the most interesting discussions centered on a strange contradiction:

Gay men will do almost anything in a jock—except go to the gym in one.

Once the jockstrap was replaced by compression shorts and boxer briefs, it slowly disappeared from mainstream athletic spaces. Today, many men see jocks as purely sexual, forgetting their original purpose.

There’s also fear—of standing out, of being judged, of being read as “too much.” Toxic masculinity still dictates what men feel allowed to wear, even in private spaces like locker rooms.

And yet, some guys are pushing back—walking confidently in jocks, changing openly, refusing to shrink themselves. Visibility matters.

The Waistband as a Statement

Modern jocks have changed. Branding is bolder. Waistbands are louder. Logos wrap all the way around, clearly meant to be seen.

That’s not an accident.

Brands like Nike, Calvin Klein, and Under Armour know exactly who’s buying jocks—and why. Social media selfies, gym locker shots, and subtle flashes have turned the waistband into a badge of identity.

It says: I know what I’m wearing. And I want you to know too.

A Green Flag for Confidence and Openness

One of my favorite takeaways from the episode was the idea that seeing a guy in a jock can be a green flag—not just sexually, but socially.

It suggests comfort with one’s body, fewer hang-ups about desire, and a willingness to be authentic. It doesn’t mean someone wants sex—it means they’re not hiding.

In a community where shame still lingers around kink, fantasy, and self-expression, something as simple as a jockstrap can quietly say: I’m okay with who I am.

The Jock Isn’t Going Anywhere

Trends will shift. Fashion jocks will come and go. Fetish styles will evolve. But the jockstrap itself isn’t disappearing.

There’s too much history. Too much symbolism. Too much fun.

Whether worn for sport, sex, confidence, or comfort, the jock remains one of the most powerful garments in men’s underwear culture. And as long as men want to feel supported—physically or emotionally—it’ll keep finding new life.

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