Allen After Dark

The unexpected death of a friend invokes a conversation about the courage it takes growing up as a member of the LGBTQIA community.

While recovering from a bad case of Covid, Allen discusses several 20th century conspiracy theories including ones surrounding HIV/AIDS and why some conspiracy theories are believable.

Not feeling very excited about the coming new year, Allen decides to take a trip back in time to some of the most uncomfortable and funny events that happened to him as a kid after he tells the story of an awkward hook-up attempt on New Year's Eve.

Celebrating XXX-mas as only Allen After Dark can, Allen discusses his favorite porn stars and the hit Netflix series Heartstopper before reflecting on life in the present when the past is so much more tempting. Waxing sentimental, Allen examines the struggles of being the person you want to be.

A surprise message from a friend leads to this week's discussion about gossip and some of pop culture's most enduring rumors, but Allen also takes some time to celebrate Friday the 13th and the legendary character Jason Voorhees.

Allen's chance meeting of the son of a former high school teacher in a gay bar sparks this week's discussion about former male teachers and the surprising coincidence of meeting each other after so many years and the challenges of living in a bigoted small town.

Allen reflects on a somewhat erotic experience while purchasing new tires and some off the wall experiences that make up a typical day in his life. Black Friday offers a chance for Allen to reflect on the brutality of shopping during the season of giving.

On a vodka-induced journey of random chaos, Allen discusses ghosting, botched hookups, alter egos, and friendships versus romance.

Believing that history is repeating itself, Allen reflects on gay clubs in the past and the protection they provided him in the darkest of days, remembering homophobic incidents both frightening and hilarious.

Allen reflects on having an active sex life, the reasons for having a hearty sexual appetite and the people that want to shame you for it.