Wet and Wild in the Wild West
Welcome to our Annual Swimsuit Issue
Iwant to thank all of you for the great birthday wishes last month. When I moved here from Michigan in 1998, I didn’t know a soul. Now, it makes my heart grow to know that so many great people I’ve meet since then are in my life. The icing on the cake was the VIP ION suite party at the Arizona Diamondback game pictured above.
JUST JACK
One of the reasons I moved here was to enjoy swimsuit season almost all year long. While I was that guy wearing long Abercrombie & Fitch board shorts back then I always aspired to wear short shorts and, of course, my favorite Speedo style briefs and everything in between in public. Since then, swimsuit fashion has exploded with fun colors, sexy materials and revealing designs. As a kid, I couldn’t wait for the Sports Illustrated and Exercise magazines to come out with their annual swimsuit issues. Who would have thought that one day I would own a magazine with our own swimsuit issue? This time, we get to do it right with some hot local men showing off their assets. Check it out on page 24.
Where better to show off your new swimsuits than all of the great house pool parties, Bartlett Beach Bash and at this year’s Splash Bash Weekend June 13-15 at the Monarch Hotel in Scottsdale. Check out the weekend festivities schedule on page 36. Make sure you show off your new suits at all the amazing events throughout the state.
I have to go to my swim suit drawer to see which ones fit after a long winter. Get out and enjoy the Arizona weather before the furnace is turned on. We’ll see you OUT and about!
Jack Tesorero Swimsuit Connoisseur
Feel Seen. Feel Supported. Feel Safe.
Mental health is health. In a world that often asks us to hide how we’re really feeling, we offer a space where you can be your whole self—and get the care you deserve.
As an LGBTQIA+ owned and operated clinic, we understand the power of being truly seen. That’s why we offer affirming mental health care alongside primary care— because your wellness deserves more than a one-size-fits-all solution.
Our in-house PSYCH services focus on compassionate medication management, designed with community in mind. We believe care should
be accessible, culturally competent, and rooted in compassion.
If you’re looking for a provider who sees you, values your journey, and supports your whole health—you’re in the right place.
Now accepting new mental health and primary care patients. Your health. Your wellness. Always.
WEB: Zachary Cross / Custom Resumes APP: Steve Sovacki / Biz Burst Mobile SOCIAL MEDIA: Exceed Multimedia
PHOTOGRAPHERS: LeakedGlass Production Rafalogie Studio RSVP Photography CONTRIBUTORS: DISTRIBUTION: Danny Silvani
All original artwork and photography for ION Arizona Magazine remain property of JMT Designs, Inc, and cannot be reproduced, altered, or sold without authorization and compensation. Limited usage rights can be purchased for a small fee.
NOTE: The views expressed in these articles do not necessarily reflect the views of ION Arizona, its staff, or that of its parent company.
Publication of the name or photograph of any person or organization within ION Arizona is not to be construed as any indication of the sexual orientation of such persons or organization. To our knowledge, all people photographed and published in ION Arizona are over the age of 18. Some photos were submitted by our readers. To our knowledge, they own the copyrights, and they have given us permission to reproduce them. If you see a picture that you own, please call us immediately and we will remove it from future publications. All copy, text, display, photos, and illustrations in the ads are published with the understanding that the advertisers are fully authorized, have secured proper written consent for the use of names, pictures, and testimonials of any living person, and that ION Arizona is not responsible for unlawful use of such content.
ION RAINBOWS RESTIVAL
PHX ATTRACTIONS
ION EVENTS
Bartlett Bash
Pack your swimsuit, lube, sunscreen, poppers, sunglasses, jockstrap, and a few sandwiches for this celebrated event with theme camps and fun on the sunny shores of Bartlett Lake. LGBTQ+ folks and allies are all welcome! For more info visit BartlettBash.com
May 16-18
Star Wars in Concert
Experience this epic chapter in Luke Skywalker’s journey in a galaxy far, far away. The Phoenix Symphony presents Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™ performing the score live with the movie. Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St. in Phoenix.
Tix: PhoenixSymphony.org or call 602-495-1999
May 23 at 7:30 p.m. & May 25 at 2 p.m.
Beethoven x Beyoncé
Calling all the Single Ladies! Experience Beyoncé’s repertoire interwoven with Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony along with a drum and bugle corps plus vocalists belting out fifteen of Bae’s hits. Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St. in Phoenix.
Tix: PhoenixSymphony.org or call 602-495-1999
May 30 & 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Aunt Rita’s Bake Sale
Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah! And Daniel! Are you bananas for banana bread? This legendary fundraising traditions continues, raising funds for HIV/ AIDS prevention and education. For more info visit AuntRitas.org Prince of Peace Church, 3641 N. 56th St. in Phoenix.
Saturday, May 31, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Megawoof
Don’t worry about shaving … put on your sexiest gear and get ready to howl at the Moon and growl with the bears at this dance party with beats and grooves that’ll keep you moving. Search EventBritecom for tickets. Kobalt, 3110 N. Central Ave at Park Central.
Saturday, May 31 at 9:30 p.m.—2 a.m.
Pride Pool Party
Celebrate Pride month with a pool party! Bring your sun tan oil, sunscreen, plus your bad-ass sexy self, and splish-splash to the best DJ’s cool pool vibes. Get your groove on at the newly reopened Pemberton, 1121 N. 2nd St. in Phoenix Get your tickets Fabian-Events.com
Sunday, June 1 starting at 12 noon
Phoenix Fan Fusion
The ultimate destination for pop culture. Meet legendary actors, comic book icons and creators, authors, artists, cosplay enthusiasts and more! It’s an unforgettable weekend at the Phoenix Convention Ctr. 100 N. 3rd St. For more info & tix go to PhoenixFanFusion.com
June 6-8
GPECC Queer Summer Market
The Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce presents this inclusive event spotlighting LGBTQ+ owned and allied businesses. Enjoy shopping, food, music, and support local queer entrepreneurs. Warehouse215 at 215 E. Grant St. in Phoenix. For info & vendor applications go to EqualityChamber.org
Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m.—4 p.m.
Make a splash this summer!
Tan lines are in, darlings! Time to get a new swimsuit and start kicking up those cool pool vibes in a hot suit. It’s all about flip-flops, hot spots, and poolside shots. Make some waves, because Life is too short for boring swimwear. You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy a new swimsuit. That’s pretty close. Suits us just fine.
Photography by: LeakedGlass
Production Assistant: Rafael Santana
Models: Pedro Rezende, Matt Flores, and Manu Srivastava
Charlie’s Sunday Funday (W)
Charlie’s Sunday Funday (W)
Royale Kitchen & Cocktails FLAMBOYANCE! Drag Brunch (W)
Charlie’s Sunday Funday (W)
@ Melrose Karaoke (W)
Sazerac Karaoke (W)
Charlie’s Undie Mundies (W)
Charlie’s Undie Mundies (W)
Stacy’s @ Melrose Sunday Service Drag Brunch (W)
Bartlett Lake Bartlett Beach Bash Weekend Royale Kitchen & Cocktails FLAMBOYANCE! Drag Brunch (W)
Sazerac Karaoke (W)
Sazerac Karaoke (W)
Charlie’s Blackout Bingo / Karaoke (W)
Stacy’s @ Melrose Rising Star Drag Show (W)
Stacy’s @ Melrose Rising Star Drag Show (W)
Sazerac Karaoke (W)
Stacy’s
Charlie’s WTF! Wednesdays (W)
RORO Dogs
Half off Wieners (W)
Stacy’s @ Melrose Communion Goth Night (W)
RORO Dogs
Half off Wieners (W)
WEDNESDAY 30 14 7 21 28
Sazerac
Whiskey Flights / Cigars (W)
Sazerac
Sazerac
80’s Throwback Thursdays (W)
Sazerac
80’s Throwback Thursdays (W)
THURSDAY SATURDAY FRIDAY 1 15 8 22 29 3 17 10 24 31 2 16 9 23 30
Sazerac
80’s Throwback Thursdays (W)
Sazerac / Roosevelt Row First Friday (M)
The Mint Mint Cannabis Free Tacos
Bartlett Lake Bartlett Beach Bash Weekend MAY
Mesa Cannaversary Mint Cannabis Free Tacos
Charlie’s Pipin’ Hot Friday’s (W)
Stacy’s @ Melrose Dance Party (W)
Flex Spa’s Phoenix Blackout Night (W)
Sazerac
Stacy’s @ Melrose Dance Party (W)
Charlie’s Mask A Rave
Bartlett Lake Bartlett Beach Bash Weekend
Stacy’s @ Melrose Dance Party (W)
80’s Throwback Thursdays (W)
Charlie’s WET Friday’s (W)
Walter Studios Spectrum Medical Health Fair
Kobalt Megawoof
ION SAGUARO CUP CLOSING PARTY
ION STREAMING
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10
This time Mama Ru calls back a flock of 18 of her favorite queens for the biggest, grandest single season of the franchise’s history. Look for some complicated twists and turns with the eliminations, while the top three queens compete in a two-episode with a grand slam “Lip Sync for your life!” final round smackdown. They’ll probably win a bunch of cosmetics on top of the $200K cash prize.
May 9
Overcompensating
Benito Skinner stars in this comedy series collegeset about the wild, chaotic journey of Benny]], a closeted former football player and homecoming king, who becomes friends with Carmen, an outsider bound to fit in at all costs. Together they juggle horrible hookups, flavored vodka, and fake IDs. Funny and personal, the show explores the lengths to which we all overcompensate while on the path to finding out who we really are.
May 15
Last of Us, season 2
The post-apocalyptic drama takes place five years after the first season’s events with even more infected zombie-like creatures. Ellie and Joel are brought into conflict with each other in a world that is even more dangerous and unpredictable. Catherine O’Hara is joining the cast along with Isabela Merced as fan-favorite character Dina, the love interest of badass junior lesbian in training, Ellie.
CONDOR/Retro
One night only event honoring the choreography by Carley Condor. This retrospective performance revisits and reimagines works from the company’s 20 year history from the past to the present. Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy. Info & tix: CondorDancecom or call 480-350-2822
Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Voices of the Desert
Don’t miss this chorus’s concert “Love is Love.” Nope, there’s not an echo in here. It’s true! Love is always better when it’s shared. Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. 3rd St. at Willetta St. Info and tickets: VoicesOfTheDesert.org
June 6 & 7 at 8 p.m. June 8 at 3 p.m.
ION ARTS
Phx Gay Men’s Chorus
Yee haw! Boot, scoot and boogie to see these urban cowboys croon at the “Rhinestone Rodeo.” These whippersnappers will be performing at the Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy. Get your tickets and more info at PhxGMC.org. Giddy-up!
June 6 at 7 p.m. & June 7 at 2 p.m.
ION AGRA GAY RODEO AWARDS
ION: How are you, Parker?
PW: A little bit stressed because I’m trying to meet my deadlines for BateWorld.com for the BateOff, but I’m hanging in there and I’m excited!
ION: You’re one of six that were chosen out of 36 hopefuls with a handful. What made you decide to take matters into your own hands?
PW: My biggest reason was to dive deeper into BateWorld. This is the first year that they did it on an audition basis with video submissions, and everything was pushing me in that direction saying, “Do it!” BateWorld has been very supportive and they’re really awesome people.
ION: You won a Pornhub award for your talent.
PW: I did! It’s displayed proudly up in my room. I had no expectation of winning. When I found out that I was nominated for the award I thought it was like a joke. I thought the website was just fucking with me because I was, like, “I’m up against all these big names and they have big accounts and millions of viewers! I thought there was no way that I would actually win. The day of that they announced the winner I was, like, “That’s my name!” It’s a huge accomplishment and I’m very grateful. I was the only person in that category that had never blown somebody else – except myself.
ION: Parker, what are you wearing right now?
PW: I’m currently sprawled out on my bed wearing my black Bator Briefs by Bator Balm, an official sponsor of the BateOff 2025. The undies have a large fly that provides easy access to what I’ll be doing later. (laughs)
ION: Well, you’re wearing just one thing more than I was hoping for, but that’s terrific! Parker, how did you discover your talent for auto-fellatio?
PW: That’s one of my favorite questions; the assumption that it was a “discovery.” It was not. Oddly enough, I had this sex dream and at one point I’m looking at somebody else doing it, and then the next I’m watching myself in the same act. Dreams just kind of naturally move in the way that they do and don’t make sense. I really wanted to be able to do it. I guess I’ve always had a huge kink for it. I started stretching when I got into dance and aerial arts. I know so much more about stretching technique from ballet and stuff where I learned that I was pushing way too hard. It wasn’t so much of a discovery, but a desire. I was just very motivated.
Most men can achieve doing it when they have the right foundation for it. If they know how to stretch and doing it safely, it’s a lot more attainable than they realize. It’s not so much of a natural talent. It’s not like, “I just bent over one day and did it.”
ION: You even created a “how-to” tutorial.
PW: I think that’s actually what led to my Pornhub award because that video on Pornhub is my most viewed.
ION: You claim that you give yourself the best blowjob ever. That sets the bar pretty high for any future lovers.
PW: It certainly does, but I don’t think that it’s necessarily something to be intimidated about. I feel like it compares in the same way that a hand job does; nobody else gives you a hand job the same way that you give yourself a hand job. You’ve been doing it for years and you don’t think about it. It’s sort of on autopilot. You don’t have to tell yourself what to do, you just do it.
When you reach a certain level of flexibility where you’re not so focused on the strain or the stretch or the awkward contortion. Over time your body adjusts to it and it becomes so much more comfortable and you’re not focused on the strain. When you get to that level of flexibility it’s a lot easier to focus on what you’re doing rather than on the actual blow job. I don’t think about it. I just do what feels best. I’ve learned a lot about what I like in head from being able to do things to myself, which is kind of funny. There’s also times where you want that connection with somebody else and to feel them doing the work for you.
ION: There’s a whole mental and emotional things that they like what they’re doing, how you like it, how they like it, and all that.
PW: Exactly. There’s a huge, a very big emotional and mental thing there. I’d say the same thing about auto-fellatio. I’ll just use my own mouth because I’m always here – but it’s still nice to be able to be with somebody else and have that moment to share.
ION: How does it feel being the object of desire for so many men who follow you on X and other platforms?
PW: I don’t know exactly how to answer that. First of all, I’d say it’s very flattering. It’s very difficult to build a platform, especially nowadays on social media websites like X because there’s so much active suppression of NSFW creators. It’s very difficult to build and get that exposure to promote my Fans pages. It’s very heartwarming and humbling to have that support. There’s over 220,000 people that follow me on X! That’s more than the entire city that I live in!
ION: Is it difficult being “Parker Woods” and meeting people on a personal level? I mean, I’m sure you don’t go around in real life saying, “Hi! Guess what I can do?”
PW: I don’t really deal with anything crazy. I sometimes worry going out that somebody’s going to recognize me and say something. I wouldn’t care if they said it to me straight, like, “I follow you! I love your self-sucking!” That’s a huge compliment. But if I’m out with family, that’s when it worries me. It brings some relief that my family knows that I’m an adult content creator. Obviously they don’t know all my talents that come with it, but I’m not necessarily hiding anything from them. They don’t need to know everything that I do.
Content creation is an outlet for me; I’m not chasing fame, looking attention or looking for any kind of validation besides just having a space to express my sexuality and to show off. My sexuality is a major part of who I am, and I’m proud to play a part in helping end the stigma around sex work.
ION: Which BateWorld ’Bate-off challenge are you looking forward to the most?
PW: They’ve been a challenge because I have to squeeze everything into five minutes each. I put extended versions on my Fans sites, of course. I’d say the hands-free one seems like an obvious answer given what I can do and pretty much what’s expected of me. I really liked my post-workout video because I had started to play with other aspects of my flexibility, like my splits.
The “Mirror ’Bate” which is getting verbal with yourself in a mirror. I got my shot set up to where it shows both me and the mirror. There’s a whole dialogue. It’s like I’m two people. Almost like a split screen, but done where it looks like I’m in the mirror talking to myself. It probably comes down between that one and the post-workout. It was fun to create, and edit. I’m excited about that one just because there’s so much going on.
ION: What would you like our readers and your fans to know about you that might surprise them?
PW: It might surprise people is where my name comes from. It’s a Beyoncé reference. Her entertainment label is Parkwood Entertainment. I was brainstorming names with a friend and he had mentioned “Parker” and I came up with “Parker Woods” from that. I’m a huge Beyoncé fan.
ION: And we’re big Parker Woods fans.
Follow Parker Woods on X, Pornhub, OnlyFans and JustForFans. Search ParkerWoodsX
Vote for him to win the title of MASTER Bator in the BateWorld BateOff 2025 at BateWorld.com every week this May.
Reach Out and Touch … at BateWorld.com
BateWorld.com, the world’s largest online masturbation community for gay, bisexual, and straight men, is celebrating May’s Masturbation Month with the fourth season of The Great BateWorld BateOff! This reality-type show stars six ’bators’ rubbing ‘em out for the title of MASTER Bator. The competition premieres Thursday, May 1 with new episodes streaming every Thursday at 9 p.m. MST exclusively on BateWorld.com.
“
The Great BateWorld BateOff! is free and open to all men over 18,” says BateWorld CEO Peter R. “We’re excited to introduce ranked choice interactive voting this year; viewers are involved in choosing our winner.” Episodes are free to watch for all members of BateWorld.com. The winner will be – uhh – “revealed” during a live-streamed finale on June 5.
The challenges are designed to push contestants’ creativity and ’bating skills.
“Hands Free Fun” – contestants must find ways to reach climax without using their hands.
“Post Workout Play” challenge begins with contestants dressed in workout attire before stripping down and showing off their talents.
“Kiss from a Rose,” sponsored by The Male Rose, one of 2025’s hottest toys for men, will see contestants demonstrate creative ways to use the toy.
The “Bulge ‘N Briefs Display,” sponsored by Bator Balm, asks participants to entice viewers while using the brief’s extra-large fly.
“Getting Verbal with Yourself” will have contestants getting loud and vocal in front of a mirror.
BateOff! 2025 Host and Season 2 Winner
Colby Jaxxx
“This year’s competition is especially stiff,” says past winner and contest host Colby Jaxxx. The Great BateWorld BateOff! is BateWorld’s mission to celebrate selfpleasure and self-expression. Visit BateWorld.com for more information. Follow BateWorld on X , BlueSky @BateWorld.com and Instagram @bateworld_official.
NAVIGATION
Use the ION ARIZONA APP for Google Maps turn-by-turn directions with links to UBER & LYFT! DON’T DRINK & DRIVE!
hulasmoderntiki.com
karambanightclub.com
kingpingrill.com
kobaltbarphoenix.com
mipatioaz.com
nutownebar.com
ozbarphx.com
rewinedphx.square
therockdmphoenix
rorodogs.com
sazeracphoenix.com
stacysatmelrose.com
titleninesportsgrill.com
thunderbirdloungephx
walterstudios.com walterwherehouse.com
HELP WANTED
ION FABULANCE
ION FRESH BRUNCH
It’s the merry, merry month of May, Mary! Taurus season is begging you to slow down, touch some grass, and maybe buy another houseplant you’ll inevitably neglect. Mercury Retrograde skedaddles mid-month thank the gay goddesses – so communication disasters will mostly chill out. Venus is doing her flirty little dance, meaning Love is in the air… much like your legs. ¶ Expect two big, fat cazimis (when a planet is in conjunction to the Sun and great for cleansing and transformation.) Uranus: May 17 & Mercury on May 29. Say “cazimi.” It’s so fun! ¶ Whether you’re brunching, breaking hearts, or just trying to keep it together, the Cosmos are serving a delightful combo of chill vibes and mild chaos. Stay grounded, Star Children. You’re fabulous, and remember: stay grounded, gorgeous, and slightly unhinged
ION HOMOSCOPES
ARIES Mar. 21 - Apr. 20
You’re still coming in hot from Aries season, but May says: hydrate (with water), sit down, and stop making every situation a competition. You can’t win brunch, babe. Calm your tits, sweetheart .
TAURUS April. 21 - May 20
Happy birthday, you self-indulgent icon! This month is all about treating yourself – and then treating yourself again. Eat the cake, buy that thing you’ve been wanting, and ignore those pesky texts. You’ve earned it.
GEMINI May 21 - June 21
Gemini season kicks off this month! It’s almost time to make you everyone’s problem. Again. If it’s your birthday, try to finish one thing before starting seventeen other new projects. Need a list?
CANCER June 22 - July 22
May has you deep in your feels –what else is new? But hey, it’s giving “emotionally available and thriving” instead of “crying in the shower.” Growth! Soft They/Them summer is almost here.
LEO July 23 - Aug. 22
You’re feeling yourself this month –and so is everyone else. Literally and figuratively. The attention is fabulous, but don’t ghost your friends just because your Instagram is poppin’. Fame needs a foundation.
VIRGO Aug. 23 - Sep. 22
May throws curveballs at your meticulously planned schedule, and you’re this close to snapping. Take a deep breath, and remember: chaos can be character building.
LIBRA Sep. 23 - Oct. 22
Your vibe: romantic with a dash of indecision. Venus has you feeling cute and clingy, but don’t fall in love with someone just because they said, “’Sup?” on Grindr.
SCORPIO Oct. 23 - Nov.23
May is spicy, and so are you. Your intuition is on point, your bedroom game is strong, and your enemies? Nervous. Don’t let dreary, petty drama ruin your summer vibe.
SAGITTARIUS Nov. 23 - Dec. 23
You’re craving adventure, but your calendar says “work meeting.” Big yikes. Plan something exciting – even if it’s just a weekend getaway or chaotic night out. You deserve a little escape.
CAPRICORN Dec. 23 - Jan. 20
You’ve been in boss mode for months, but May says: loosen up! Dance, flirt, take a day off. And your underwear, too. Hustle culture can wait – your joy cannot. It’s because of those cazimis.
AQUARIUS Jan. 21 - Feb. 19
Your brain is doing Olympic-level mental gymnastics and honestly, no one’s surprised. May brings clarity, but only if you unplug for five seconds and actually listen to people.
PISCES Feb. 20 - Mar. 20
May is dripping in daydreams, and you’re happily floating along. Just don’t ignore reality too much —you still have bills, texts, and, like, actual responsibilities. Balance the magic.
