Jon aka HiThereCatsuit
Jon, also known as HiThereCatsuit, has been hosting Authentically Kinky since October 2020, with nearly 350 episodes. The idea for the podcast came after Jon’s popular FetLife column on unsolicited pics sparked a conversation with NookieNotes of Dating Kinky. With 35+ years in broadcasting, Jon has won seven Emmy Awards, appeared on national and local networks, and even given a TEDx talk on Kindness. Their passion for storytelling and amplifying diverse voices has made the show a staple in the kink community. In the scene, HiThereCatsuit is a bottom known for their signature spandex suits (hence the name!) and their notebooks, which help people celebrate small victories. They travel the country almost every weekend, teaching at major events like Fetish Con, TESFest, The Athens Femdom Gala, Domcon, Dark Odyssey Winter Fire, Naughty Noel, Kinky Kollege, and more, sharing their experiences and fostering deeper conversations about authenticity in Kink.
All Sessions by Jon aka HiThereCatsuit
Kickstart your Kinky Heart: How to get your conference started off right!
KICK START YOUR KINKY HEART! is the ultimate Opening Day or First-Morning session to energize your entire event. Designed to shake off travel fatigue and morning fog, this high-impact, high-connection experience gets attendees out of their seats and into their bodies, minds, and kinky hearts. With interactive games, playful negotiation challenges, and shared storytelling, participants jumpstart their creativity, build instant community, and step confidently into their authentic selves—all before lunch. This is not a lecture; it’s a launchpad. Inspired by the rave reviews of Jon aka HiThereCatsuit’s Improv class—hailed as “the best way to start a conference”—this session delivers that same kinetic spark with even more heart. It creates an immediate sense of belonging, safety, and joy that sets the tone for the entire event. If your conference thrives on connection, growth, and unforgettable experiences, then Kick Start Your Kinky Heart! is the must-have opener to get everyone fired up and fully present.
Being Authentically Kinky: Kindness, Connection, & the Courage to Be You
Living Authentically Kinky: Kindness, Connection, and the Courage to Be You is a powerful, heart-centered class designed to help participants embrace their kink identity with courage, compassion, and confidence. Led by Jon aka HiThereCatsuit, this workshop dives deep into what it means to live a life of integrity within the kink world—navigating shame, guilt, and social stigma to reclaim personal joy and agency. Combining practical tools with emotional insight, the class empowers attendees to define their own “normal” and build more authentic, meaningful connections through intentional kindness and honest self-expression. What sets this class apart is its focus on the often-overlooked emotional core of kink. Through stories, reflection, and real-world examples, participants explore how kindness (to self and others) enhances play, fosters connection, and supports a sustainable kinky life—regardless of orientation, experience, or ability to be “out.” Whether attendees are seasoned kinksters or just beginning their journey, they will walk away with renewed confidence, clarity, and a sense of belonging. This class is ideal for inclusive events that value authenticity, emotional intelligence, and connection-driven kink.
Being Authentically Kinky: Kindness, Connection, & the Courage to Be You
Living Authentically Kinky: Kindness, Connection, and the Courage to Be You is a powerful, heart-centered class designed to help participants embrace their kink identity with courage, compassion, and confidence. Led by Jon aka HiThereCatsuit, this workshop dives deep into what it means to live a life of integrity within the kink world—navigating shame, guilt, and social stigma to reclaim personal joy and agency. Combining practical tools with emotional insight, the class empowers attendees to define their own “normal” and build more authentic, meaningful connections through intentional kindness and honest self-expression. What sets this class apart is its focus on the often-overlooked emotional core of kink. Through stories, reflection, and real-world examples, participants explore how kindness (to self and others) enhances play, fosters connection, and supports a sustainable kinky life—regardless of orientation, experience, or ability to be “out.” Whether attendees are seasoned kinksters or just beginning their journey, they will walk away with renewed confidence, clarity, and a sense of belonging. This class is ideal for inclusive events that value authenticity, emotional intelligence, and connection-driven kink.