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Jaxxx of Hearts
By Paul Hutnick
The Great BateWorld BateOff! returns this month for its fourth season—and the competition is hotter than ever. For the uninitiated, the hit series features six bold ‘bators’ vying for the coveted title of Master Bator. The new season premieres the first Thursday of May, with fresh episodes streaming every Thursday at midnight exclusively on BateWorld.com.
This season’s contenders include Outdoor Bator from California, Kae Ecstatic from Washington, D.C., Ricky Rik from Seattle, Field of Honey from New York, Parker Woods from Arizona, and England’s own Gooner Sunny. Season 2 champion and fan-favorite content creator Colby Jaxxx steps in as host.
Season 4’s weekly challenges promise steamy surprises, with themes like “Hands Free Fun,” “Post Workout Play,” “Kiss from a Rose,” “Bulge ‘N Briefs Display,” and “Getting Verbal with Yourself.” Episodes are free for all BateWorld. com members, who can also vote daily to rank the competitors. The champion will be crowned during a live-streamed finale on June 5.
Host Colby Jaxxx shares more about what fans can expect...
Colby, congratulations on hosting The Great BateWorld BateOff!
Thank you! I’m very excited to host!
What made you agree to taking the reins of the show this season? BateWorld.com is sort of like a homebase for me. It is where I started my content creating career way back in 2020, so to be able to put a bit of my signature on something as great as the BateOff series, I feel honored.
How does it feel returning to the BateOff stage—not as a contestant, but as host? It really is a dream come true for me. I feel very excited about being the face of the show. I take great pride in hosting and will be sure to keep a high-energy pace for the show.
How are you approaching your role as a mentor to this new crop of contestants? I plan to take each contestant under my wing as much as they want to be. I want to make the experience great for everyone involved.
The weekly challenges sound wild—from “Hands Free Fun” to “Getting Verbal with Yourself.” Which one are you most excited to watch unfold?
I am the most excited to see the contestants take on the “Post-Workout Play” challenge. It’s something completely new to this season. And I, myself, am a gym rat and I have had some of my best bates after a good gym session. I just know it will be a very sexy and horny episode.
What can viewers expect each week beyond the steamy challenges?
Every Sunday after each episode premieres, BateWorld.com puts on a viewing party on Zoom for both the audience and the challengers. Most of the contestants participate and share some juicy behind-the-scenes notes on the episode. I always like hearing those stories. As for me, I love laughing at my own bloopers so I post those on social media when I can.
The cast this season is impressively diverse, featuring bators from across North America and even England. What stood out to you about this year’s lineup?
There are a lot of specific niche performers. We have a contestant that can self-suck, a gooner, a performer that shows off specifically outdoors, a spiritual guided master bator. I mean, the audience is going to go wild for these guys!
There’s a strong community spirit within BateWorld. How do you think The Great BateWorld BateOff! contributes to that feeling of connection and shared celebration of selfpleasure?
The Great BateWorld BateOff! is so diverse in their casting. There is always a gentleman in the line-up that someone can identify with. That was
a big reason I decided to enter the competition in Season 2. I had seen men in the first season that I could identify with.
What’s something viewers may not realize about what goes on behind the scenes during BateOff production?
Most people think it’s a live show, but it’s all pre-recorded and the performers put a lot of work into their videos. When I was a contestant, I filmed maybe 20 or more minutes of footage per episode and had to cut it down to 5 minutes. There is a lot of footage that has to get scrapped to fit into the 5-minute time slot each contestant is allowed. I hope to see some extended cuts when the season is over.
Finally, what advice would you give to someone thinking about auditioning for a future season of The Great BateWorld BateOff!?
Do it! There is no harm in putting yourself out there. Especially on BateWorld.com. It is such a great opportunity and a fantastic community. If performing is something you want to do, start now! It’s such a great journey of self-love and you discover so much about yourself.
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Spring Cleaning with Pride
A Fresh Start for Your Home, Closet, and Spirit
Edited by Mikkel Hyldebrandt
Spring cleaning isn’t just about scrubbing baseboards and tossing expired condiments. For many in the LGBTQ+ community, it can be a full-on spiritual reset—a chance to clear space, check in with yourself, and create an environment that reflects who you are now. Whether you’re dusting off glitter from last summer’s Pride gear or making room for new adventures (and outfits!), spring is the perfect time to refresh your space and reclaim your vibe.
The Great Closet Check-In
Your wardrobe is more than just clothing—it’s expression, identity, and confidence all rolled into one. As you transition into spring and summer, do a wardrobe audit with intention.
- Donate or swap out clothes that no longer reflect your style or identity.
- Make space for items that affirm who you are today— not who you used to be.
- Rotate out winter layers and bring forward light, breezy fabrics, bold prints, and colors that make you feel alive.
- Try everything on and ask yourself: Does this bring me joy, confidence, or comfort? If not, it might be time to let it go.
If you’ve been on a gender-affirming journey or just evolved your style, this is the perfect moment to curate a closet that matches your current self.
Clean Your Safe Spaces
Your home, your room, your reading nook—wherever you go to decompress—deserves some love too.
- Wipe down surfaces, vacuum forgotten corners, and throw open the windows.
- Light candles, burn incense, or smudge your space if that’s your thing.
- Replace heavy, wintery blankets and décor with fresh, colorful touches.
- Don’t forget your sanctuary spaces like your bathroom or bedroom—turn them into a mini spa retreat or a soft haven.
Clearing physical clutter can help relieve mental clutter, making it easier to breathe, focus, and thrive.
Digital Detox & Declutter
Let’s face it: your phone or laptop probably needs a spring cleaning too.
- Delete screenshots you don’t need and apps you don’t use.
- Clean out your inbox, unfollow accounts that don’t inspire or support you, and organize your photo library.
- Update your playlists and follow LGBTQ+ creators, artists, and educators that fill your feed with positivity and power.
Refreshing your digital space can help you avoid doom-scrolling and make your online time feel more intentional.
Refresh Your Health Game
Spring is a great time to re-center your mind and body.
- Clean out your fridge and pantry—say goodbye to stale snacks and hello to fresh produce and lighter, energizing meals.
- Wash your water bottles, gym bags, and reusable containers.
- Reassess your wellness habits: Are you moving your body in ways that feel good? Are you sleeping well? Hydrated? Checking in with your sexual health?
Small resets—like re-upping on sunscreen, making a new morning routine, or finally booking that overdue health appointment—can make a huge difference.
Make Room for Joy
This isn’t all mop buckets and vacuum bags—spring cleaning can also mean setting up for fun.
- Organize your Pride gear ahead of time: flags, face paint, outfits, fans, and accessories.
- Create an outdoor chill zone: a patio, balcony, or just a picnic blanket in the park.
- Restock party supplies or travel essentials if you plan on doing some summer festival hopping.
Make space in your calendar for spontaneity. You never know when you’ll get invited to a beach weekend or a backyard drag brunch.
Vulnerability and gay Men
One of the topics I hear over and over with queer clients is the feeling that they don’t have a deep connection with their community. We may have a big friend group, but are you opening up and having deep shares? Or is it all just a big kiki?
While the queer community is not a monolith- gay men are very good at putting on a facade. We can turn a look, have a flawless physique, and throw some serious shade, but how are we really? What would it feel like if you told your friends that you were exhausted, your finances are freaking you out and your inner critic is killing you at work? Vulnerability can be hugely beneficial and a powerful way to deepen a friendship. It always helps to share! As we say in coaching. ‘Name it to tame it. Feel it to heal it.’
By Cator Sparks
Ask For Confidentiality
Before you share, it’s good to ensure your friend knows you trust them with this and expect them to keep it between you two. Setting agreements can help with safety.
Don’t Do a Life Dump on a Judy
Ask if they are open to hearing how you are, and share one thing. See how it goes. If they seem to care, then continue sharing. If they cut you off and say, ‘Oh girl, it will be fine, let’s go to Blakes!”, they may not be the one to go deep with.
Learn to Listen
If someone is opening up, stop looking at Grindr, put the bedazzler down, and listen fully. Look them in the eye and connect. That shows them that you care and are present.
Show Empathy
Here are some tips on leaning into vulnerability:
The worst thing you can say is, “It will all be fine!” Instead, ask, “How can I support you?” It’s even okay to say, “I am not sure what to say here, but I am so thankful you trust me to share this with.”
Don’t Get Defensive
If you open up to someone and don’t like their response, just listen. Maybe it’s something you need to hear.
Reciprocate
If you open up to a friend, give them the space to open up to you. Vulnerability should never be onesided.
Do you have more questions on mental health? Send them to cator@davidatlanta.com and check back each week to see if your question was selected. We promise never to publish the name of the person who asked the question.
Peace and Love Y’all!
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Photos by: Russ Bowen-Youngblood
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