Mindfully Gay Special Episode (Teaser: “Beyond the Leather: Interview with Honey Davenport”)
Beyond the Leather: Honey Davenport on Belonging, Identity & Community
What does it really mean to belong? Can simply showing up as your authentic self inspire someone else to do the same? And what can the leather, kink, and fetish communities teach us about acceptance, inclusion, and finding our people?
In this special episode of the Mindfully Gay Podcast, host John Cottrell sits down with Honey Davenport, International Mr. Leather 2026, for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation recorded at Salt Lake City Leather Pride on October 18, 2026.
As the reigning International Mr. Leather, Honey represents one of the most recognized titles in LGBTQ+ leather culture. But beyond the sash, the competition, and the traditions of the leather community lies a much more meaningful mission: creating spaces where people feel safe, welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves.
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