Allen After Dark

Country Cousins

Reacting to a bill to ban marriage between first cousins in Tennessee, Allen feels the need to describe some of the positives of growing up in the country.

Threeways

Allen takes a stroll down memory lane, recalling his most fun threeways including an awkward and hilarious threeway with a woman.

Macho Man

Allen ponders the concepts of masculinity and feminity and addresses closed-minded heterosexuals with their misconceptions of what a "gay lifestyle" really is.

A Catfishing Tale

Remembering certain awkward"facials" lead Allen to a discussion about the fear of being judged, the spread of rumors and the strangeness of the online phenomenon known as catfishing.

Spring Fever

With the first hints of spring in the air, Allen discusses the joys of summer including the art of cruising and the positives and negatives of a condition known in the bible belt as swamp ass.

Closets

Inspired by a documentary, Allen discusses how we all attempt to manipulate our image and people's perceptions of us.

Water Under the Bridge

Allen recalls a time in the "old south" when even a rumor of being gay could destroy your life. 

Roads not Taken

Allen reflects on incidents that dramatically altered the direction of his life and ponders the notion of what his life would be like had he made different decisions.

Here We Go Again

An outraged Allen once again climbs up on his soap box to address several newsworthy issues affecting the gay community in the bible belt. Tennessee republicans are pushing another anti-LGBTQ bill targeting the pride flag in public schools while attacking transgender students who want to participate in school athletics. The Department of Justice sues the state of Tennessee over a law that discriminates against people with HIV, and a certain communist dictator begins arresting and fining members of the LGBTQ community under the country's anti-gay laws. 

Thirsty

A decision to shave in areas of his southern hemisphere leads to a discussion about personal grooming preferences. Allen reflects on the meaning of "thirsty" and that men want to be considered desirable even if they don't want to admit it.