Belly Talk Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:09:28 -0400 https://anchor.fm/bearwellnesspod en-us © 2026 Belly Talk yes eff3ccb7-45fb-58db-b4d8-7a678856469e Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) episodic true Welcome Friends! Coach Cub, a men's health coach, hosts BellyTalk (formally Bear Wellness Podcast) alongside Johnny Bear, LSW/Chef/Mental Health Advocate. 

Join us for authentic conversations with men in the bear community and beyond, who are doing extraordinary things. Every episode you will hear us chat about topics related to the bear community or you will go on a journey with our guest where you will learn about - and explore - topics including body positivity, inclusivity, self-love, tackling fat phobia, queerness, self-acceptance, and much more! The conversations will be fun and inspiring and showcase this fabulous community.

Learn more at coachcub.com]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) https://storage.buzzsprout.com/sjeacy15z8yzqffhgss9ew2a01y9?.jpg Belly Talk https://anchor.fm/bearwellnesspod Mini Rub: Mindful Travel Mini Rub: Mindful Travel Send us Fan Mail

Want to be as present as possible so you can soak in your travel experiences more? Fully taste your meals? Tap into your senses in a new surrounding?

Listen to Coach Cub and Johnny Bear's tips and suggestions on how to get the most out of your next trip!

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Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Want to be as present as possible so you can soak in your travel experiences more? Fully taste your meals? Tap into your senses in a new surrounding?

Listen to Coach Cub and Johnny Bear's tips and suggestions on how to get the most out of your next trip!

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-17133219 Mon, 12 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2403 full false KINYO - Content Creater: "Body-Positive Bear Travel" KINYO - Content Creater: "Body-Positive Bear Travel" Send us Fan Mail

Kinyo is a Portuguese-born bear living in England with his partner, Pazzo - whom make up the duo of World of Kinyo.

They explore the globe documenting everything from luxe resorts to sweaty excursions, street food to sky-high drone shots.  They document and create fun, colorful videos that are depict honest travel, the way we live it. It's travel content for us bigger folks who don't always see ourselves in travel content.

Come explore the World of Kinyo with Coach Cub and Johnny Bear - and learn about what travel can look like, how Kinyo plans and enjoys his excursions, and what it's like creating content with his partner. It's a lot of fun! Enjoy!

Learn more about Kinyo + follow him:

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Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Kinyo is a Portuguese-born bear living in England with his partner, Pazzo - whom make up the duo of World of Kinyo.

They explore the globe documenting everything from luxe resorts to sweaty excursions, street food to sky-high drone shots.  They document and create fun, colorful videos that are depict honest travel, the way we live it. It's travel content for us bigger folks who don't always see ourselves in travel content.

Come explore the World of Kinyo with Coach Cub and Johnny Bear - and learn about what travel can look like, how Kinyo plans and enjoys his excursions, and what it's like creating content with his partner. It's a lot of fun! Enjoy!

Learn more about Kinyo + follow him:

Sponsors & Credits

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-17016969 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400 4228 body positive, gay, bear, gay travel, bear travel, body positive travel, bodyimage, full false Mini Rub: How to enjoy Authentic Travel Mini Rub: How to enjoy Authentic Travel Send us Fan Mail

Want to enjoy your travel experiences more, no matter where you're visiting?

Listen to Coach Cub and Johnny Bear's tips and suggestions on how to make your next trip feel more authentic and enjoyable to you.

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Want to enjoy your travel experiences more, no matter where you're visiting?

Listen to Coach Cub and Johnny Bear's tips and suggestions on how to make your next trip feel more authentic and enjoyable to you.

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16979269 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3277 full false Coach Cub: Wellness Coach, Retreat Host - "10 Years of Bear Wellness" Coach Cub: Wellness Coach, Retreat Host - "10 Years of Bear Wellness" Send us Fan Mail

This is a special episode where Johnny Bear interviews his Belly Talk co-host and Bear Wellness Coach, Coach Cub (Jon Fischer). 

Coach Cub is celebrating 10 years of coaching, facilitating classes, hosting retreats, and building a supportive community.

Hear all about Jon's childhood and what led him to begin coaching and working with bears.

He also shares some teasers for exciting new offers coming soon!

Learn more about Coach Cub + follow him:

Sponsors & Credits

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreat to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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This is a special episode where Johnny Bear interviews his Belly Talk co-host and Bear Wellness Coach, Coach Cub (Jon Fischer). 

Coach Cub is celebrating 10 years of coaching, facilitating classes, hosting retreats, and building a supportive community.

Hear all about Jon's childhood and what led him to begin coaching and working with bears.

He also shares some teasers for exciting new offers coming soon!

Learn more about Coach Cub + follow him:

Sponsors & Credits

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreat to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16913902 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400 3067 bear, gay bear, male body positivity, coach cub, health coach, gay coach, bear wellness, male body acceptance full false Brad Guy: Motivational Speaker - "Healing is an infinite well" Brad Guy: Motivational Speaker - "Healing is an infinite well" Send us Fan Mail

Brad Guy is an author, content creator, and mental health advocate from Melbourne, Australia. Last year, he released his memoir Freefall, which details his story of survival against all odds and how he reclaimed his life from PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

We discussed Brad’s journey of acknowledging the trauma from his accident and how it took a long time to accept that he was a trauma survivor with PTSD. 

He shared his healing process and the belief that healing is an infinite well—we’re never fully healed, but constantly working through our wounds. 

Brad also opened up about embracing his sexuality and navigating it publicly, as well as his evolving relationship with body image, feeling proud of accepting his body and focusing on bulking up. 

With a new book on the way, Brad reminds us to "embrace the breakage"—to accept our flaws, love ourselves, and forgive the parts that need healing. We hope you enjoy this deep and inspiring conversation with him.

Learn more about Brad + follow him:

Sponsors & Credits

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Brad Guy is an author, content creator, and mental health advocate from Melbourne, Australia. Last year, he released his memoir Freefall, which details his story of survival against all odds and how he reclaimed his life from PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

We discussed Brad’s journey of acknowledging the trauma from his accident and how it took a long time to accept that he was a trauma survivor with PTSD. 

He shared his healing process and the belief that healing is an infinite well—we’re never fully healed, but constantly working through our wounds. 

Brad also opened up about embracing his sexuality and navigating it publicly, as well as his evolving relationship with body image, feeling proud of accepting his body and focusing on bulking up. 

With a new book on the way, Brad reminds us to "embrace the breakage"—to accept our flaws, love ourselves, and forgive the parts that need healing. We hope you enjoy this deep and inspiring conversation with him.

Learn more about Brad + follow him:

Sponsors & Credits

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16830019 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400 4923 full false Tom Goss: Musician - "Let's all play more!" Tom Goss: Musician - "Let's all play more!" Send us Fan Mail

Tom Goss is an LA-based singer-songwriter who loves recording songs, making music videos, and playing live. He's known for his expertly crafted songs about the joys and struggles of modern love - and he's become a hit within the bear community. 

We discussed Tom's childhood of playing sports and being celibate. He also explained he got into music and how his songs broke through into the bear community. Tom's a ball of energy and joy - but is also real and vulnerable. We hope you enjoy his thoughtful discussion with us.

Learn more about Tom + follow him:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Tom Goss is an LA-based singer-songwriter who loves recording songs, making music videos, and playing live. He's known for his expertly crafted songs about the joys and struggles of modern love - and he's become a hit within the bear community. 

We discussed Tom's childhood of playing sports and being celibate. He also explained he got into music and how his songs broke through into the bear community. Tom's a ball of energy and joy - but is also real and vulnerable. We hope you enjoy his thoughtful discussion with us.

Learn more about Tom + follow him:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16793679 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0400 4494 tom goss, music, bear, gay, lgbt, body image, body positivity, male body positivity, gay bear, bearweek, gaybear, malebodyimage full false Alex Fortes: Mr. Bear Pride Lisbon 2024 - "All I Know is that I Know Nothing" Alex Fortes: Mr. Bear Pride Lisbon 2024 - "All I Know is that I Know Nothing" Send us Fan Mail

Alex Fortes is a Spanish bear who now lives in London and works for Pokemon. In 2024 he competed in the Mister Bear Pride Lisbon competition and was named Mister Bear Lisbon 2024. 

Since then he's been tapped into a network of other Mister Bears around Europe and has been attending bear weeks and parties.

We chatted about his experiences so far, and how we navigates the bear scene as an introvert.

Learn more about Alex + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Alex Fortes is a Spanish bear who now lives in London and works for Pokemon. In 2024 he competed in the Mister Bear Pride Lisbon competition and was named Mister Bear Lisbon 2024. 

Since then he's been tapped into a network of other Mister Bears around Europe and has been attending bear weeks and parties.

We chatted about his experiences so far, and how we navigates the bear scene as an introvert.

Learn more about Alex + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16704424 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4304 bear pride, lisbon bear pride, bears, gay, body positive, male body positive, bearweek full false Alex Hinand: Personal Style & Interior Design - "People & Things" Alex Hinand: Personal Style & Interior Design - "People & Things" Send us Fan Mail

Alex Hinand is an interior decorator and queer content creator who is incredibly passionate about community building and using our homes as third spaces to invite our friends in.They love bringing people from all walks of life together to share a meal around their dining table.

Hear all about how Alex got into this type of work and how focusing on interior design and fashion has helped them become more authentic and clear about who they are.

Learn more about Alex + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat in 2025. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Alex Hinand is an interior decorator and queer content creator who is incredibly passionate about community building and using our homes as third spaces to invite our friends in.They love bringing people from all walks of life together to share a meal around their dining table.

Hear all about how Alex got into this type of work and how focusing on interior design and fashion has helped them become more authentic and clear about who they are.

Learn more about Alex + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat in 2025. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16662975 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0500 5360 full false Mini Rub: Self-Care During the Holidays Mini Rub: Self-Care During the Holidays Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub and Johnny Bear do their first mini episode called Mini Rub providing their tips for how to navigate the holidays.

Learn more about the podcast, the private Facebook Group, retreats, and classes all at www.coachcub.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub and Johnny Bear do their first mini episode called Mini Rub providing their tips for how to navigate the holidays.

Learn more about the podcast, the private Facebook Group, retreats, and classes all at www.coachcub.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16332989 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500 2054 selfcare, bears, gay, body positive, fat men, bear week full false Beltrán: Go-Go Dancer, Activist, Plus Size Model - "El género es plástico" [Part 2] Beltrán: Go-Go Dancer, Activist, Plus Size Model - "El género es plástico" [Part 2] Send us Fan Mail

Beltrán is many things: a gogo dancer, writer, performer, model and activist. Born in Argentina and now based in Barcelona, Beltrán is a bear of the world. He dances and performs at bear events and bear weeks - alongside modelling and managing his OnlyFans. 

Beltrán shares his story of coming out gay in Argentina and finding their way in the rugby, gay, and dance scenes - never fitting squarely into any...to their evolution into becoming a known bear go-go dancer, to using his platform for activism, to exploring the bleeding of the masculine and feminine as a form of art, activism, and lifestyle. 

His journey has created a unique perspective and style - which we know you'll enjoy hearing about.

This is part 2 of a two-part episode and it was recorded remote via Zoom (part one was live in the studio in NYC).  Go back and listen to episode one to learn about Beltrán's childhood and the start of his dance journey - and in this episode we go deeper into performing and creating porn.

Learn more about Beltran + follow them:

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Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Beltrán is many things: a gogo dancer, writer, performer, model and activist. Born in Argentina and now based in Barcelona, Beltrán is a bear of the world. He dances and performs at bear events and bear weeks - alongside modelling and managing his OnlyFans. 

Beltrán shares his story of coming out gay in Argentina and finding their way in the rugby, gay, and dance scenes - never fitting squarely into any...to their evolution into becoming a known bear go-go dancer, to using his platform for activism, to exploring the bleeding of the masculine and feminine as a form of art, activism, and lifestyle. 

His journey has created a unique perspective and style - which we know you'll enjoy hearing about.

This is part 2 of a two-part episode and it was recorded remote via Zoom (part one was live in the studio in NYC).  Go back and listen to episode one to learn about Beltrán's childhood and the start of his dance journey - and in this episode we go deeper into performing and creating porn.

Learn more about Beltran + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16310750 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500 3549 full false Beltrán: Go-Go Dancer, Activist, Plus Size Model - "El género es plástico" [Part 1] Beltrán: Go-Go Dancer, Activist, Plus Size Model - "El género es plástico" [Part 1] Send us Fan Mail

Beltran is many things: a gogo dancer, writer, performer, model and activist. Born in Argentina and now based in Barcelona, Beltran is a bear of the world. He dances and performs at bear events and bear weeks - alongside modelling and managing his OnlyFans. 

Beltran shares his story of coming out gay in Argentina and finding their way in the rugby, gay, and dance scenes - never fitting squarely into any...to their evolution into becoming a known bear go-go dancer, to using his platform for activism, to exploring the bleeding of the masculine and feminine as a form of art, activism, and lifestyle. 

His journey has created a unique perspective and style - which we know you'll enjoy hearing about.

This first part of this two-part episode was recorded live in a studio, and the second part was remote via Zoom. Check out the second half next week!

Learn more about Beltran + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Beltran is many things: a gogo dancer, writer, performer, model and activist. Born in Argentina and now based in Barcelona, Beltran is a bear of the world. He dances and performs at bear events and bear weeks - alongside modelling and managing his OnlyFans. 

Beltran shares his story of coming out gay in Argentina and finding their way in the rugby, gay, and dance scenes - never fitting squarely into any...to their evolution into becoming a known bear go-go dancer, to using his platform for activism, to exploring the bleeding of the masculine and feminine as a form of art, activism, and lifestyle. 

His journey has created a unique perspective and style - which we know you'll enjoy hearing about.

This first part of this two-part episode was recorded live in a studio, and the second part was remote via Zoom. Check out the second half next week!

Learn more about Beltran + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-16256788 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500 2595 body positive, dance, gay, bear, big bodied dancer, bodyimage, gay dance, gay art, bear model, big model full true Erik Cavanaugh: Dancer - "Dancers come in all sizes" Erik Cavanaugh: Dancer - "Dancers come in all sizes" Send us Fan Mail

Erik Cavanaugh is a dancer and choreographer who's been helping the dance world that dancers come in all sizes. After a viral video and his performance on America's Got Talent season 11 he has been seen in fashion, television, film, music video, at music festivals, billboards, and more.

We chatted with Erik about his early relationship with dance and the messages he received about his body, his return to dance, body image within the dance world, and much more.

Learn more about Erik + follow them:

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Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat in 2025. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Erik Cavanaugh is a dancer and choreographer who's been helping the dance world that dancers come in all sizes. After a viral video and his performance on America's Got Talent season 11 he has been seen in fashion, television, film, music video, at music festivals, billboards, and more.

We chatted with Erik about his early relationship with dance and the messages he received about his body, his return to dance, body image within the dance world, and much more.

Learn more about Erik + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Camp Bear Hug retreat in 2025. Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16209535 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500 4086 body positive, dance, gay, bear, big bodied dancer, bodyimage, gay dance full false Bearpad (Jordan & Patrick): Queer Artists - "A Big Queer Punk Bear Hug" Bearpad (Jordan & Patrick): Queer Artists - "A Big Queer Punk Bear Hug" Send us Fan Mail

Bearpad Art founders Jordan and Patrick's goals to celebrate big queer bodies in many forms. They are redefining what bear and queer art is by  making gigantic brightly colored wood cutouts - among other things - to adorn queer spaces.

We chat with Jordan and Patrick about their backgrounds in art, how they met and began to collaborate, what their mission is, and so much more.

Learn more about Bearpad + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Bearpad Art founders Jordan and Patrick's goals to celebrate big queer bodies in many forms. They are redefining what bear and queer art is by  making gigantic brightly colored wood cutouts - among other things - to adorn queer spaces.

We chat with Jordan and Patrick about their backgrounds in art, how they met and began to collaborate, what their mission is, and so much more.

Learn more about Bearpad + follow them:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16156231 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 4216 gayart, gay art, bear, gay bear, body positive, art full false Joline Seavey: Spiritul Empowerment Coach - "Meet our Mamma Bear!" Joline Seavey: Spiritul Empowerment Coach - "Meet our Mamma Bear!" Send us Fan Mail

Joline Seavey holds a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation and Human Services and an accreditation from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as a Health Coach and boasts an impressive 18-year tenure within the mental health field as a licensed social worker. Joline has worn various hats, ranging from counseling roles to program directorships and management positions.

Joline is now working with clients to help them embrace their spirituality and live life through that lens. This allows them to live life from their heart instead of their head.

Since Joline is a good friend of ours, so this was a fun chat. She talks about how her childhood and life have influenced her spiritual outlook and the work she does now as a Spiritual Empowerment Coach.

She also brings us through a lovely meditation, which we encourage you to listen to when you're at home in a comfortable place.

Learn more about Joline + follow her:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Joline Seavey holds a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation and Human Services and an accreditation from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as a Health Coach and boasts an impressive 18-year tenure within the mental health field as a licensed social worker. Joline has worn various hats, ranging from counseling roles to program directorships and management positions.

Joline is now working with clients to help them embrace their spirituality and live life through that lens. This allows them to live life from their heart instead of their head.

Since Joline is a good friend of ours, so this was a fun chat. She talks about how her childhood and life have influenced her spiritual outlook and the work she does now as a Spiritual Empowerment Coach.

She also brings us through a lovely meditation, which we encourage you to listen to when you're at home in a comfortable place.

Learn more about Joline + follow her:

Sponsors


Learn more and stay in touch:

Visit www.coachcub.com to learn more about my Camp Bear Hug Retreats, local NYC classes, and virtual experiences. You will also find a link to our private Facebook Group called The Belly Club.

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16099088 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500 4003 full false David Stevenson: Massage Therapist - healing touch all over the (bear) world David Stevenson: Massage Therapist - healing touch all over the (bear) world Send us Fan Mail

David Stevenson is a London-based massage therapist. He's transitioning out of his 9-5 job as a train ticketer to move to Spain to pursue a lifestyle job of providing massage. Here's the founder of Soothing Kneads.

We chat with David about his winding journey of discovering his true calling, about bear weeks and events, and body-positivity - and of course, what his experience is like doing massage work. He's a gentle guy with a big heart - we know you'll love listening to him!

Learn more about David + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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David Stevenson is a London-based massage therapist. He's transitioning out of his 9-5 job as a train ticketer to move to Spain to pursue a lifestyle job of providing massage. Here's the founder of Soothing Kneads.

We chat with David about his winding journey of discovering his true calling, about bear weeks and events, and body-positivity - and of course, what his experience is like doing massage work. He's a gentle guy with a big heart - we know you'll love listening to him!

Learn more about David + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-16021540 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 4423 full false Jonathan Bardzik: Cook & Author - "joy & connection through food" Jonathan Bardzik: Cook & Author - "joy & connection through food" Send us Fan Mail

Jonathan Bardzik is a storyteller, cook, keynote speaker, author and television personality. Starting with his first live cooking demonstration ten years ago, Jonathan has brought his message of joy and connection to more than 900 audiences, coast-to-coast, from farmers markets and business conferences, to private homes and on the TedX stage.

We chat with Jonathan about food, retreats, and trusting your intuition. Jonathan is full of insight and stories - you'll love this one!

Learn more about Jonathan + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Jonathan Bardzik is a storyteller, cook, keynote speaker, author and television personality. Starting with his first live cooking demonstration ten years ago, Jonathan has brought his message of joy and connection to more than 900 audiences, coast-to-coast, from farmers markets and business conferences, to private homes and on the TedX stage.

We chat with Jonathan about food, retreats, and trusting your intuition. Jonathan is full of insight and stories - you'll love this one!

Learn more about Jonathan + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15457754 Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400 5226 gay chef, cooking, gay podcast, bodypositive, bodypositivity, gay cook, bear chef full false Michael Quinichett: Body-Positive Massage Therapist - healing touch for all Michael Quinichett: Body-Positive Massage Therapist - healing touch for all Send us Fan Mail

Michael Quinichett is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist and is
the owner/operator of Body Positive Massage Therapy - NYC located in Union Square. His business specializes in working with all body types, the LGBTQ+ population, black and brown communities, and helping men to empower themselves through loving, safe, healthy touch.

Our conversation covers why and how Michael got into massage, his approach to making his practice queer friendly and body inclusive, his background in the Dom/Sub world and how that overlaps with his work, and about his recent move to NYC.

Learn more about Michael Q + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Michael Quinichett is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist and is
the owner/operator of Body Positive Massage Therapy - NYC located in Union Square. His business specializes in working with all body types, the LGBTQ+ population, black and brown communities, and helping men to empower themselves through loving, safe, healthy touch.

Our conversation covers why and how Michael got into massage, his approach to making his practice queer friendly and body inclusive, his background in the Dom/Sub world and how that overlaps with his work, and about his recent move to NYC.

Learn more about Michael Q + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15430125 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 4327 massage, gay massage, body positivity, gay, lgbtq, massage, retreats full true Dr. Carlton: Gay Sex Health Expert - how to enjoy butt play while reducing risks Dr. Carlton: Gay Sex Health Expert - how to enjoy butt play while reducing risks Send us Fan Mail

Doctor Carlton Thomas is a Mayo Clinic trained gay gastroenterologist who has been a sensation on social media teaching Queer Health and Butt Stuff.

His videos have reached well over 30 million views on TikTok and Instagram.  He used his platform in 2022 to help educate the community on MPOX and helped thousands of men get help with vaccination, education, testing and treatment. He was named to Out magazine’s OUT 100, The Queerty Pride 50, and was honored by San Diego Pride as "Hero of Pride" in 2023. Oh, and he gets invited to the White House often...NBD.

Our conversation is packed with Dr. Carlton's resources and recommendations for all things related to sex health: vaccines, STI testing, PreP, shame, anal preparation for bears, and much more.

You'll go on an educational journey from fisting demos to the  halls of the White House.

This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to maximize pleasure and minimize risk while playing.

Learn more about Dr. Carlton + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Doctor Carlton Thomas is a Mayo Clinic trained gay gastroenterologist who has been a sensation on social media teaching Queer Health and Butt Stuff.

His videos have reached well over 30 million views on TikTok and Instagram.  He used his platform in 2022 to help educate the community on MPOX and helped thousands of men get help with vaccination, education, testing and treatment. He was named to Out magazine’s OUT 100, The Queerty Pride 50, and was honored by San Diego Pride as "Hero of Pride" in 2023. Oh, and he gets invited to the White House often...NBD.

Our conversation is packed with Dr. Carlton's resources and recommendations for all things related to sex health: vaccines, STI testing, PreP, shame, anal preparation for bears, and much more.

You'll go on an educational journey from fisting demos to the  halls of the White House.

This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to maximize pleasure and minimize risk while playing.

Learn more about Dr. Carlton + follow him :


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15341398 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 5545 full false Roy Belzer: Queen of Body-Positive Fitness Roy Belzer: Queen of Body-Positive Fitness Send us Fan Mail

We are joined by Roy Belzer, a body-positivity personal trainer.  Roy shares about his history with eating disorders. And his path to not only healing but helping others heal to - through fitness and movement. Our chat was deep, powerful, and joyful.

Trigger Warning:  tread lightly or skip this episode if topics such as body dysphoria or eating disorders are unsafe for you to listen to

Learn more about Roy + follow him :
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roybelzerfitness
IG: https://www.instagram.com/roybelzerfitness_
Website:  https://www.roybelzerfitness.com/

Learn more about his Costa Rica Retreat here.

Eating Disorder Resources: 


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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We are joined by Roy Belzer, a body-positivity personal trainer.  Roy shares about his history with eating disorders. And his path to not only healing but helping others heal to - through fitness and movement. Our chat was deep, powerful, and joyful.

Trigger Warning:  tread lightly or skip this episode if topics such as body dysphoria or eating disorders are unsafe for you to listen to

Learn more about Roy + follow him :
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roybelzerfitness
IG: https://www.instagram.com/roybelzerfitness_
Website:  https://www.roybelzerfitness.com/

Learn more about his Costa Rica Retreat here.

Eating Disorder Resources: 


Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15294757 Sat, 22 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 4333 full false Janusz Domagała: Baking with...Body Positivity! Janusz Domagała: Baking with...Body Positivity! Send us Fan Mail

We are joined by Janusz Domagała, The Great British Bake Off season 13 contestant and author of "Baking with Pride." We discuss body image, male body positivity, baking, authenticity, queer life, and of course Coach Cub sneaks in a question about Paul Hollywood.

Learn more about Janusz + follow him at instagram.com/januszbakes

+ Buy "Baking with Pride" at Target or (in the US) on Amazon.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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We are joined by Janusz Domagała, The Great British Bake Off season 13 contestant and author of "Baking with Pride." We discuss body image, male body positivity, baking, authenticity, queer life, and of course Coach Cub sneaks in a question about Paul Hollywood.

Learn more about Janusz + follow him at instagram.com/januszbakes

+ Buy "Baking with Pride" at Target or (in the US) on Amazon.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15278900 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400 3153 full true How to Be Home in Your Body - Part 2 How to Be Home in Your Body - Part 2 Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub & Johnny Bear are back to continue going over their own experiences with their body journeys and provide tips and suggestions for how to feel more comfortable in your body.

If you haven't yet listened to episode 1, we recommending going back to listen now.

Worksheet Link to print out and fill in during or after the episode.

Support & Resources

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub & Johnny Bear are back to continue going over their own experiences with their body journeys and provide tips and suggestions for how to feel more comfortable in your body.

If you haven't yet listened to episode 1, we recommending going back to listen now.

Worksheet Link to print out and fill in during or after the episode.

Support & Resources

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-15265029 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0400 3355 2 6 full true How to feel at home in your body - Part 1 (of 2) How to feel at home in your body - Part 1 (of 2) Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub & Johnny Bear go over their own experiences with their body journeys and provide tips and suggestions for how to feel more comfortable in your body.

Worksheet Link to print out and fill in during or after the episode.

Support & Resources

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub & Johnny Bear go over their own experiences with their body journeys and provide tips and suggestions for how to feel more comfortable in your body.

Worksheet Link to print out and fill in during or after the episode.

Support & Resources

Learn more and stay in touch:

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Buzzsprout-15231325 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2767 2 5 full true Ep 4: Open Heart Convo with Nirmal Ep 4: Open Heart Convo with Nirmal Send us Fan Mail


We are joined by friend and bear yoga instructor for Belly, Nirmal Chandraratna.

Nirmal is a musician, yoga teacher, and a spiritual being. He poses questions during our discussion about how we become more happy and content, how do we learn new things and build new habits, and how do we keep out hearts open.

Learn more about Nirmal at http://nirmalc.com

Learn more and stay in touch:




Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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We are joined by friend and bear yoga instructor for Belly, Nirmal Chandraratna.

Nirmal is a musician, yoga teacher, and a spiritual being. He poses questions during our discussion about how we become more happy and content, how do we learn new things and build new habits, and how do we keep out hearts open.

Learn more about Nirmal at http://nirmalc.com

Learn more and stay in touch:




Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub and Johnny Bear celebrate New Years and chat about how to reflect on the previous year.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Sponsors:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL
- campbearhug.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub and Johnny Bear celebrate New Years and chat about how to reflect on the previous year.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Sponsors:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL
- campbearhug.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-14340446 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3519 bear, gay, gay bear, body-positivity, new years, reflection, LGBTQ full false Ep 2: Zane Landin - Take it one day at a time Ep 2: Zane Landin - Take it one day at a time Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub and Johnny Bear chat with their good friend and favorite mental health advocate, Zane Landin.

Zane Landin (He/Him and They/Them) is a mental health and disability advocate, queer rights activist, body positivity proponent, entrepreneur, and positive change maker.

The conversation covers Zane's childhood and how it impacted his view of mental health. Also, his feelings about community and body image - as well as his experience at Camp Bear Hug in 2023.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Sponsors:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL
- campbearhug.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub and Johnny Bear chat with their good friend and favorite mental health advocate, Zane Landin.

Zane Landin (He/Him and They/Them) is a mental health and disability advocate, queer rights activist, body positivity proponent, entrepreneur, and positive change maker.

The conversation covers Zane's childhood and how it impacted his view of mental health. Also, his feelings about community and body image - as well as his experience at Camp Bear Hug in 2023.

Learn more and stay in touch:

Sponsors:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL
- campbearhug.com

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-14236849 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0500 3695 full false BellyTalk - Ep 1: Intro to all things 'Belly' BellyTalk - Ep 1: Intro to all things 'Belly' Send us Fan Mail

Welcome to the new version of the podcast! In this episode, Coach Cub introduces you to our new co-host, Johnny Bear.

You will hear all about the Belly Community and the hosts' experiences with Camp Bear Hug in Portugal last summer.

Learn more at coachcub.com

Join the Belly Club FB community

Follow on Instagram @coach.cub

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Welcome to the new version of the podcast! In this episode, Coach Cub introduces you to our new co-host, Johnny Bear.

You will hear all about the Belly Community and the hosts' experiences with Camp Bear Hug in Portugal last summer.

Learn more at coachcub.com

Join the Belly Club FB community

Follow on Instagram @coach.cub

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-14223158 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 20:00:00 -0500 5002 3 1 full true 12. Jonathan Harrison: Chunky Southern Chef 12. Jonathan Harrison: Chunky Southern Chef Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Chef Jonathan Harrison to chat about his cooking career and his life growing up - and coming out - in central Alabama.

Chef Jonathan will be the private bear chef for the July 2023 Camp Bear Hug retreat in Portugal.

Learn more about Jonathan and connect with him on Instagram at @chef_jonathanharrison


Wish to stay connected with Bear Wellness Pod and learn about our classes, retreats, and community?

1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.

2. Follow @coach.cub on Instagram

3. Learn more about our Camp Bear Hug retreats in Portugal (and classes in NYC) at www.coachcub.com/retreats

4. Join our private Facebook Community: The Belly Club

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL15

- Wandering Bear Coffee: 10% off at https://glnk.io/98yr/coachcub

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Chef Jonathan Harrison to chat about his cooking career and his life growing up - and coming out - in central Alabama.

Chef Jonathan will be the private bear chef for the July 2023 Camp Bear Hug retreat in Portugal.

Learn more about Jonathan and connect with him on Instagram at @chef_jonathanharrison


Wish to stay connected with Bear Wellness Pod and learn about our classes, retreats, and community?

1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.

2. Follow @coach.cub on Instagram

3. Learn more about our Camp Bear Hug retreats in Portugal (and classes in NYC) at www.coachcub.com/retreats

4. Join our private Facebook Community: The Belly Club

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL15

- Wandering Bear Coffee: 10% off at https://glnk.io/98yr/coachcub

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-12620631 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0400 3131 bear, gaybear, gay, bearwellness, wellness, lgbt, bodypositivity, cooking 2 2 full true 11. Marcelo Rodrigues Viana: Camp Bear Hug concierge 11. Marcelo Rodrigues Viana: Camp Bear Hug concierge Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Marcelo Rodrigues Viana to chat about his journey from growing up in Brazil to living in the Middle East to working on improving his body image and self-confidence.

Coach Cub and Marcelo hosted their first Camp Bear Hug retreat in Portugal in September 2022. They are gearing up for two more retreats in Portugal in July and September 2023.

Learn more about Marcelo and connect with him at @marcelorviana/


Wish to stay connected with Bear Wellness Pod and learn about our classes, retreats, and community?

1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.

2. Follow @coach.cub on Instagram

3. Learn more about our Camp Bear Hug retreats in Portugal (and classes in NYC) at www.coachcub.com

4. Join our private Facebook Community: The Belly Club 

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL15
- Wandering Bear Coffee: 10% off at https://glnk.io/98yr/coachcub 

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Marcelo Rodrigues Viana to chat about his journey from growing up in Brazil to living in the Middle East to working on improving his body image and self-confidence.

Coach Cub and Marcelo hosted their first Camp Bear Hug retreat in Portugal in September 2022. They are gearing up for two more retreats in Portugal in July and September 2023.

Learn more about Marcelo and connect with him at @marcelorviana/


Wish to stay connected with Bear Wellness Pod and learn about our classes, retreats, and community?

1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.

2. Follow @coach.cub on Instagram

3. Learn more about our Camp Bear Hug retreats in Portugal (and classes in NYC) at www.coachcub.com

4. Join our private Facebook Community: The Belly Club 

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL15
- Wandering Bear Coffee: 10% off at https://glnk.io/98yr/coachcub 

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) Buzzsprout-12525151 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0400 3612 2 1 full true 10. Richard Jones: LGBTQ+ Media Expert #BearWorldMag 10. Richard Jones: LGBTQ+ Media Expert #BearWorldMag Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Richard Jones to chat about his journey of first becoming a bear, then launching Bear World Media, and eventually becoming the co-founder and  CEO of Gray Jones Media. They own Bear World Mag, Queer Forty, and Gayming Mag. Plus some TV projects and podcasts (for example, the Bear World Podcast that Coach Cub was on months ago!).  They have a laugh and some cries...and overall a delightful time.

Learn more about Richard and his projects at www.grayjonesmedia.com

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Richard Jones to chat about his journey of first becoming a bear, then launching Bear World Media, and eventually becoming the co-founder and  CEO of Gray Jones Media. They own Bear World Mag, Queer Forty, and Gayming Mag. Plus some TV projects and podcasts (for example, the Bear World Podcast that Coach Cub was on months ago!).  They have a laugh and some cries...and overall a delightful time.

Learn more about Richard and his projects at www.grayjonesmedia.com

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use 15% off code: BEARWELL

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) 859fe6ba-552b-4e23-8785-2821e7194930 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 11:11:34 -0400 5188 10 2 full false 9. Manish Mathur: Lawyer, Life Coach & Podcaster #whycantwejustbeourselves 9. Manish Mathur: Lawyer, Life Coach & Podcaster #whycantwejustbeourselves Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Manish to chat about his journey of discovering who he is as a gay man - and where he fits into the LGBTQ+ community - his legal career, and his path to becoming a life coach.  

Connect with Manish on Twitter: @themanish89 / Instagram: @manishm89 / Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/TheManish89  

Also be sure to check out Manish's two movie podcasts: https://talkfilmsociety.com/queerandnow and https://talkfilmsociety.com/itpodtobeyou.

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use %15 off code: BEARWELL

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Manish to chat about his journey of discovering who he is as a gay man - and where he fits into the LGBTQ+ community - his legal career, and his path to becoming a life coach.  

Connect with Manish on Twitter: @themanish89 / Instagram: @manishm89 / Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/TheManish89  

Also be sure to check out Manish's two movie podcasts: https://talkfilmsociety.com/queerandnow and https://talkfilmsociety.com/itpodtobeyou.

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use %15 off code: BEARWELL

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) 8a595de7-54e7-4224-affa-fec23d47d0d1 Sun, 09 May 2021 22:21:16 -0400 4433 2 2 full false 7. Freddy Freeman (Goldenheart) Musician & Founder of Bear Your Soul #LovingOurBearBodies 7. Freddy Freeman (Goldenheart) Musician & Founder of Bear Your Soul #LovingOurBearBodies Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Freddy Freeman for a long heartfelt chat after removing their outer armor (clothes). You'll learn about Freddy's journey of self-love and body-positivity that led him to create a bear retreat called Bear Your Soul at Easton Mountain in upstate New York. Freddy has so much wisdom to share with us - so we hope you enjoy it!  

Learn more about Freddy and his work at http://www.bearyoursoul.org or on Instagram at @bearyoursoulorg   + check out his music at https://www.bearyoursoul.org/freddy-freeman-music 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:  

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  -

 Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Freddy Freeman for a long heartfelt chat after removing their outer armor (clothes). You'll learn about Freddy's journey of self-love and body-positivity that led him to create a bear retreat called Bear Your Soul at Easton Mountain in upstate New York. Freddy has so much wisdom to share with us - so we hope you enjoy it!  

Learn more about Freddy and his work at http://www.bearyoursoul.org or on Instagram at @bearyoursoulorg   + check out his music at https://www.bearyoursoul.org/freddy-freeman-music 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:  

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  -

 Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) eb8a4e2b-1d86-44b3-9658-2048e6dbf239 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 22:13:57 -0500 5783 1 7 full false 6. Kyle Jackson: Bear World Mag Deputy Editor & Podcaster #bearinclusive 6. Kyle Jackson: Bear World Mag Deputy Editor & Podcaster #bearinclusive Send us Fan Mail

What exactly is a bear? How do we define the bear community? How do we make this a more inclusive community? To help answer these questions we sit down with Kyle Jackson from Bear World Magazine. He shares his life story and offers his perspective on inclusivity and intersectionality within the bear community. Enjoy!   

Learn more about Kyle Jackson and his work with Bear World Magazine and their podcast at https://bearworldmag.com

Lastly, be sure to follow Bear World Magazine on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bearworldmag   

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

 - Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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What exactly is a bear? How do we define the bear community? How do we make this a more inclusive community? To help answer these questions we sit down with Kyle Jackson from Bear World Magazine. He shares his life story and offers his perspective on inclusivity and intersectionality within the bear community. Enjoy!   

Learn more about Kyle Jackson and his work with Bear World Magazine and their podcast at https://bearworldmag.com

Lastly, be sure to follow Bear World Magazine on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bearworldmag   

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

 - Recess drinks (takearecess.com) use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) 6ec7935a-cecf-4278-a2b0-89524a94fb5c Mon, 07 Dec 2020 11:39:17 -0500 5190 1 6 full false 5. Marc Settembrino, Ph.D: Sociologist & Fat Kid Yoga Club founder #fatstudies 5. Marc Settembrino, Ph.D: Sociologist & Fat Kid Yoga Club founder #fatstudies Send us Fan Mail

On this episode, our host Coach Cub sits down with Marc Settembrino (even though I say their name incorrectly *twice* - oy!), a fat queer yoga instructor and sociologist, and all-around pot-stirrer (in the best way!). You'll learn all about Marc, his recent fat liberation studies, and how he created Fat Kid Yoga Club as a contribution to the growing movement to make yoga more accessible to fat folks while challenging weight stigma and size discrimination. 

Learn more about Marc and his work at www.marcsettembrino.com  and practice yoga with him at www.patreon.com/fatkidyogaclub

Lastly, be sure to follow him at www.instagram.com/fatkidyogaclub and www.facebook.com/marcsettembrinoyoga


Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com


Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia 

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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On this episode, our host Coach Cub sits down with Marc Settembrino (even though I say their name incorrectly *twice* - oy!), a fat queer yoga instructor and sociologist, and all-around pot-stirrer (in the best way!). You'll learn all about Marc, his recent fat liberation studies, and how he created Fat Kid Yoga Club as a contribution to the growing movement to make yoga more accessible to fat folks while challenging weight stigma and size discrimination. 

Learn more about Marc and his work at www.marcsettembrino.com  and practice yoga with him at www.patreon.com/fatkidyogaclub

Lastly, be sure to follow him at www.instagram.com/fatkidyogaclub and www.facebook.com/marcsettembrinoyoga


Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com


Sponsors & Credits:

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia 

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) c84cdfc8-6a69-43fb-822c-538f988c5b9f Sun, 22 Nov 2020 19:14:05 -0500 4978 1 5 full false 4. Dr. Josh Corn: body-positive Naturopathic Physician #chunkydocs 4. Dr. Josh Corn: body-positive Naturopathic Physician #chunkydocs Send us Fan Mail

We were thrilled to sit down with bear doctor, Dr. Josh Corn. He is a Naturopathic Physician who practices within the model of Health at Every Size, emphasizing health instead of body size or weight. In this episode, we cover his back story, training, and broad topics like body-positivity, the bear community, sleep, movement, mental health, and more.  

Learn more about Dr. Josh and his work at www.drjoshcorn.com or on Instagram at @dr.joshcorn  

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:  

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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We were thrilled to sit down with bear doctor, Dr. Josh Corn. He is a Naturopathic Physician who practices within the model of Health at Every Size, emphasizing health instead of body size or weight. In this episode, we cover his back story, training, and broad topics like body-positivity, the bear community, sleep, movement, mental health, and more.  

Learn more about Dr. Josh and his work at www.drjoshcorn.com or on Instagram at @dr.joshcorn  

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits:  

- Recess drinks (takearecess.com) - use %15 off code: BEARWELL  

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) b6b21764-e0e1-4e49-8b84-a37ba9fbe9f9 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 21:55:01 -0400 4611 1 4 full false 3. Neal McKinney: Bear Belly Yoga #innerbearyonce 3. Neal McKinney: Bear Belly Yoga #innerbearyonce Send us Fan Mail

Coach Cub sits down with Neal McKinney, a yoga instructor who runs Bear Belly Yoga classes. He's currently getting his PhD in Educational Studies. Learn all about Neal and his journey of self-love and self-acceptance through yoga. Connect with Neal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearbellyyoga/ 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

- Recess Drinks (15% Off) at https://bit.ly/3damPfG

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Coach Cub sits down with Neal McKinney, a yoga instructor who runs Bear Belly Yoga classes. He's currently getting his PhD in Educational Studies. Learn all about Neal and his journey of self-love and self-acceptance through yoga. Connect with Neal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearbellyyoga/ 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

- Recess Drinks (15% Off) at https://bit.ly/3damPfG

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) f36f08c6-b7ac-4ccf-a299-9455dfd2cc33 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 20:42:29 -0400 4356 1 3 full false 2. Nirmal Chandraratna: yoga teacher, meditation instructor & musician 2. Nirmal Chandraratna: yoga teacher, meditation instructor & musician Send us Fan Mail

Nirmal has hosted Bear Yoga classes for this group for the last year, so it was a blast to hear more about his story and to learn about his perspective on yoga, meditation, and more. Learn how he overcame some anxieties of being a bigger guy in yoga classes and how he broke through the frustrations of starting a mediation practice.   

Learn more about Nirmal and his work at https://nirmalc.com/ 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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Nirmal has hosted Bear Yoga classes for this group for the last year, so it was a blast to hear more about his story and to learn about his perspective on yoga, meditation, and more. Learn how he overcame some anxieties of being a bigger guy in yoga classes and how he broke through the frustrations of starting a mediation practice.   

Learn more about Nirmal and his work at https://nirmalc.com/ 

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 

- Intro produced by OnMarcMedia  

- Episode edited by Christopher Heyler (www.chrishelyer.com)

Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

]]> Jon Fischer (aka @coach.cub) 1a7589b7-81ab-4acc-85c6-07d0b11a0298 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 09:08:03 -0400 4088 1 2 full false 1. Jeffrey Binney: plus-size athlete, comedian, & filmmaker #veganish 1. Jeffrey Binney: plus-size athlete, comedian, & filmmaker #veganish Send us Fan Mail

In this first episode of the Bear Wellness Podcast, our host Coach Cub sits down with the fabulously funny and wildly inspirational, Jeffrey James Binney. You'll learn how Jeffrey went from growing up on a farm to becoming a comedian, filmmaker, and ultra-runner.  

After the episode, you can watch Jeffrey's film Once is Enough and connect with him on Instagram @jeffreybinney  

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 


Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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In this first episode of the Bear Wellness Podcast, our host Coach Cub sits down with the fabulously funny and wildly inspirational, Jeffrey James Binney. You'll learn how Jeffrey went from growing up on a farm to becoming a comedian, filmmaker, and ultra-runner.  

After the episode, you can watch Jeffrey's film Once is Enough and connect with him on Instagram @jeffreybinney  

Wish to stay connected?  

  1. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Episodes will be released biweekly.
  2.  Follow  @Coach.Cub on Instagram 
  3. Attend one of our bear wellness classes and retreats + learn more at coachcub.com

Sponsors & Credits: 


Join us for a Bear Hug summer retreat, food tour, wine tour, or wellness retreat this year! Visit www.coachcub.com/retreats to learn more and schedule a call with us!

Get involved and feel supported by joining our private Facebook group The Belly Club, attending an in-person class in NYC or a virtual class, and coming to a Bear Hug retreat.

Learn more at www.coachcub.com

We've love to hear from you! Head to www.coachcub.com to get in touch with us about topics you want to hear or guest ideas.

See you next time! 

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