Too Old for the Sauna? Gay Ageism, Sexual Energy & the 55+ Insult EP 792

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In this episode: • The controversial “no men over 55” entrance policy • Why describing older gay men as “more relaxed” feels so condescending • Ageism and the obsession with youth in gay male spaces • Why energy, confidence and sexual vitality do not have an expiration date • The difference between creating a specific atmosphere and outright discrimination • The sauna’s avatar game and its attempt to blend technology, fantasy and cruising • Whether digital interaction enhances real-life connection—or gets in the way • Who gets to decide which bodies belong in queer sexual spaces? • Why intergenerational spaces can be valuable, sexy and necessary Follow Steve V's new Substack features weekly articles. 20% Off now through end of August! https://substack.com/@thenakedtruthsteve Follow TAGSPODCAST: YouTube: YouTube.com/TAGSPodcast Instagram: @iam_stevev TikTok: @tagspodcast Follow Jeremy on IG: @jrosslopez Follow Kodi on IG: @mistahmaurice Subscribe to Steve V’s Substack, The Naked Truth, for personal stories and uncensored reflections on sex, desire, confidence, relationships and queer life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz