The Puddlecast Podcast

In Episode 10 of The Puddlecast Podcast, we're sitting down with JamesFrost from NorthShore again, this time to go behind the scenes of their newest diaper, Pack Pals.

From the original idea and the artists behind the characters to the custom packaging, social media campaign, community feedback, and the secrets hidden throughout the launch, we take a deep dive into how Pack Pals went from an idea to a finished diaper.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own and do not represent any organization. The views shared by our guest are his own and do not necessarily represent the views of NorthShore.

✨ In this interview, we discuss:

• Why now was the right time for NorthShore to launch Pack Pals
• What takes the longest when creating a brand-new diaper from the ground up
• The artists behind the Pack Pals artwork: Ashenwhiskers and Little Lemur Stickers.
• Where the original idea for Pack Pals came from
• The backstories and origins of the Pack Pals characters
• How NorthShore made Pack Pals something unique
• How all of the characters got their names
• What Frost is most excited for people to experience when they try Pack Pals for the first time
• NorthShore's new approach to positional printing
• What goes into designing custom diaper packaging and a bag like the Pack Pals bag
• Something about launching a new diaper that most people probably never think about
• Whether we might see a Pack Pals comic book in the future
• What excites Frost most about the future of the ABDL community
• How Pack Pals compares to a regular MegaMax
• The moment Frost realized that NorthShore had created something special
• How the community has responded to Pack Pals so far
• How to get your own Pack Pals diapers and merchandise
• How the different characters are distributed throughout the packs
• And Frost gives us a hint about the next big thing coming from NorthShore!

This episode takes you behind the scenes of one of the most ambitious new ABDL diaper launches we've seen, from the creative process and character development to manufacturing, marketing, and community feedback.

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This special episode of The Puddlecast Podcast features our first industry interview. We sit down with JamesFrost from NorthShore ABDL for an in-depth conversation about diaper development, manufacturing, community feedback, and what the future of the ABDL industry might look like.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own and do not represent any organization. The views shared by our guest are his own and do not necessarily represent the views of NorthShore.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Meet JamesFrost and learn about his role at NorthShore ABDL
• What a typical day looks like working in the ABDL industry
• New products currently in development
• The journey from concept to finished diaper
• How NorthShore keeps prices affordable
• Why NorthShore moved diaper production from China to the United States
• The challenges of maintaining quality while transitioning manufacturing
• What it takes to bring diaper production to the United States
• How community feedback influences product development
• Upcoming merchandise from NorthShore
• Where JamesFrost sees the ABDL diaper industry heading in the future
• Why positional printing is not always the best solution
• The future of ABDL pull-ups and the challenges of making one that works
• How diaper capacity testing actually works and what those numbers really mean
• The biggest differences between medical and ABDL diapers
• What JamesFrost wishes the community knew about product development
• NorthShore's enamel pin trading program
• What gives JamesFrost hope for the future of the ABDL community
• Jakey shares a heartfelt thank you to JamesFrost for his continued support of community building and local ABDL events
• Diaper Up! Summer Camp happening on August 29
• Which discontinued diaper JamesFrost would bring back
• JamesFrost's advice for community members looking to become more involved in the ABDL community professionally

Whether you're curious about how ABDL diapers are developed, interested in the future of the industry, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at one of the community's leading manufacturers, this conversation offers a unique perspective on the people and processes shaping the products we use every day.

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Episode 8 of The Puddlecast Podcast features our most educational episode yet. We spend the first half discussing chastity, diapers, and practical tips from years of personal experience before sitting down with our first industry guest, JamesFrost from NorthShore ABDL, for an in-depth conversation about product development, community building, and the future of the ABDL industry.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own and do not represent any organization.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Chastity and why it continues to be a popular topic in the ABDL community
• Jakey discusses his only chastity-related injury and his brief break from wearing
• Tips and tricks for long-term chastity wear
• Why chastity and diapers work so well together
• The connection between chastity and little space
• Jakey's recommendations for the best chastity cages on the market, including KINK3D and Cherry Keeper
• Why cheap cages are rarely worth the money
• Tips for keeping a chastity cage clean between diaper changes
• What a chastity strap is and how it works
• The new Chicago Eagle Chicago's newest leather and fetish bar
• The history of ABDL in Chicago and how the landscape has changed over the years
• How much work goes into organizing ABDL events every month
• New diaper review: Sprogs and Stompers from NRU
• New diaper review: Stardust Nursery from Lil Comforts
• A shoutout to Baby David and his Etsy shop BibsNClips
• All five Puddle Scouts Pride 2026 events and the largest Pride celebration in Puddle Scouts history

🎙️ Interview: JamesFrost from NorthShore ABDL

• Who is JamesFrost?
• What does a typical day look like at NorthShore?
• New products currently in development
• How NorthShore keeps prices competitive
• Why NorthShore moved production from China to the United States
• How customer feedback influences product decisions
• Where Frost sees the ABDL industry heading in the future
• The future of ABDL pull-ups and the challenges of getting them right
• How diaper capacity testing actually works
• What Frost wishes the community understood about product development
• NorthShore's enamel pin trading program
• Diaper Up! Summer Camp happening August 29
• Advice for community members looking to become more professionally involved in the community

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Episode 7 of The Puddlecast Podcast is our full CLAW 26 recap episode featuring our very first guest interview with PaddedCrinkles and Pup Script. We talk about volunteering, ABDL representation at kink events, building community spaces, and everything that made CLAW 26 unforgettable.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own and do not represent any organization.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Marijuana is not for Domino
• Jakey and Domino compare their wildly different marijuana tolerance levels
• What CLAW is and why it matters to the kink community
• CLAW’s move to Columbus
• Jakey talks about his role with CLAW
• Attending CLAW as a Super Volunteer
• Domino discusses his role with CLAW Guest Services
• One of Domino’s favorite CLAW memories
• Jakey’s only negative experience at CLAW 26 which was the cosmopolitans at the bar
• Jakey talks about his assistants Pup Hylas and LittleGaelan
• Why inviting your friends to kink conventions matters so much
• How easy it is to forget to care for yourself during conventions
• The struggle of keeping an all ABDL hotel room clean during an event
• The history of ABDL at CLAW
• Jakey’s role in helping create ABDL spaces at CLAW
• CLAW versus CAPCON as a first kink convention
• How CLAW has evolved into a broader leather and fetish convention
• Jakey’s mission to turn CLAW into a secret ABDL convention
• Puddle Scouts representation at the Non-Profit Alley
• Jakey’s experience speaking on the ABDL panel at CLAW 26
• Jakey and Domino receiving the Frontier Award together
• The long history of ABDLs winning Volunteer of the Year awards
• CLAW’s bootblacking program and why Jakey thinks it is the best around
• Why ABDLs are the people who make things happen behind the scenes
• Your favorite convention is probably run by an ABDL
• Jakey’s now-famous 5X Bluey sweatshirt
• The ABDL party hosted by Pup Waltz
• How to conduct yourself at a kink party
• Domino’s late-night pizza adventure in Columbus
• Jakey discusses receiving his VIP Black Card award
• NorthShore as the ABDL vendor at CLAW 26
• New diaper review: Little Quest by Little Northwood
• Jakey’s CLAW 26 diaper haul
• Our first ever Puddlecast interview with PaddedCrinkles and Pup Script discussing their experience at CLAW 26 as an ABDL couple

This episode is packed with convention stories, community pride, ABDL history, and a real appreciation for the people who help make these spaces possible.

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Episode 6 – Big Diapers, Bigger Questions

Episode 6 of The Puddlecast Podcast brings a mix of humor, community reflection, and some serious conversations about art, accountability, and where the ABDL space is heading.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own and do not represent any organization.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Ketamine and why it makes you pee
• Who large capacity diapers are even for
• Have you ever experienced a pool diaper?
• Should Jakey write an ABDL book?
• Letting you in on Jakey’s bit
• A thank you to our audience for all the love and compliments so far
• Thoughts on the Fabine Merry Christmas diaper
• Talking about the Cute-Diaper Halloween print
• Etsy ABDL diapers and the rise of small creators
• Ongoing AI controversies within ABDL companies
• Jakey shares what he considers a “piss poor” response
• What accountability for AI use should look like in this community
• The ABDL community is full of incredibly talented artists
• A look back at Rearz holiday themed diapers over the years
• Is there a PeekABU leaking conspiracy?
• The closure of ABU EU and UK warehouses
• Concerns about what this means for the future of ABU
• How many members of congress are secretly in diapers
• The infamous J-lube powder diapers
• Community jealousy and how it shows up
• How we honor the elders of the kink and ABDL community
• The importance of experiencing the broader kink community
• Jakey’s take that everyone should experience queer life in Chicago
• Why everyone should experience a gay bathhouse at least once
• ABDL events at CLAW 26 and a personal invitation to join us in Columbus, Ohio April 2nd through 5th

This episode is chaotic, thoughtful, and grounded in a real love for the community, even when we are challenging it to do better.

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Episode 5 – Brand Loyalty. Bad Art, and Big Feelings

Episode 5 of The Puddlecast Podcast is packed with travel stories, diaper reviews, political anxiety, and some of the strongest opinions we have shared yet. From convention culture to brand drama, this episode covers where the ABDL community is right now and where it might be headed.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Jakey travels to DC for the CAPDL event Big Diaper Fiesta during MAL
• A review of the new Made in USA NorthShore MegaMax, including the new purple color
• Saying goodbye to the tie-dye MegaMax and why Jakey is not sad about it
• The absolute monstrosity that is the Mary Jane diaper
• How far ABDL diaper quality has come over the last few years
• Diaper related political anxiety and how it affects the community
• The gang discusses CAPcon
• Is it still safe to attend CAPcon in Minneapolis with the current ICE occupation?
• A noticeable lack of community pride at CAPcon and Jakey has thoughts
• Fuck ICE
• How shame feels built into the CAPcon experience
• Jakey and Domino share personal experiences from past CAPcons
• Should you use your travel budget to attend CLAW instead?
• The abrupt closure of the ABU Baltimore warehouse
• Are we watching the slow decline of ABU?
• New diaper review: PoofyPins Starry Nights
• The rise of cloth backed ABDL diapers
• Weird things Jakey has put into his diaper
• The secret pocket built into every diaper
• Is Tykables using AI art? We think yes and we have opinions
• The GOAT of ABDL onesies: Onesies Downunder
• Are you an ABDL brand loyalist?
• The gang shares their ABDL and kink related goals for the new year

This episode is opinionated, honest, and deeply rooted in how much we care about this community, even when we are frustrated with it.

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Episode 4 – ABDL, Identity, and Community Responsibility

Episode 4 of The Puddlecast Podcast blends reviews, philosophy, and heartfelt community conversations. From new diapers to big questions about identity, responsibility, and belonging, this episode covers a lot of ground with honesty and care.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Philosophers, ice cream, and how those conversations somehow lead back to diapers
• A review of the new SUNKISS Masterpiece diaper
• The trans girl to diaper puppy pipeline
• Omorashi and the overlap with ABDL
• Why most people are probably ABDLs, whether they know it or not
• How you can be into watersports but not diapers
• The morals of being an ABDL and the environmental impact of diapers
• Do we need another white diaper? We think yes
• Reviews of two new ABU diapers, the Simple Ultra and the Simple Daytime
• Why buying diapers in bulk just feels good
• Jakey shares stories about having accidents at bars
• Are THC drinks getting banned in Chicago?
• A review of the new ComfyKinz Li’l Sparks diaper
• Jakey’s love for Chappell Roan
• Feeling ostracized from the broader kink community for being ABDL
• Navigating ABDL identity while working as staff at CLAW in pseudo-professional spaces
• An invitation to CLAW 26, happening April 2 to 5, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio
• How the community can do a better job supporting mentally ill friends
• Wishing Domino a happy birthday and celebrating with a Pixel Pals themed party (hypocrites!)
• A feel good story about the ABDL community that reminds us why this space matters

We also want to apologize for the audio quality in this episode. We had some recording issues, and it will be fixed for the next episode.

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Episode 3 - Community, Comfort, and the Cost of Diapers

The crew returns for Episode 3 of The Puddlecast Podcast with diaper reviews, community conversations, surprising confessions, and some truly unhinged questions that only this community could ask.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• First thoughts and a brief review of the new Pixel Pals diapers from Pretend Again
• Jakey continues his mission for more and better pink diapers
• Why the tapes on Bunny Hops feel impossible to work with
• The rising cost of everything, especially diapers
• The great shirts and designs available at Pretend Again
• How to welcome newcomers into the community and how Jakey approaches it
• Common ABDL red flags and what to look out for
• Is Jakey officially an elder in the scene
• Our memories of early makeshift diapers from childhood
• Nostalgia for 90s and early 2000s video games
• Club Penguin turning 20 years old
• Asking the real question: is peeing your pants the most Christian thing you can do
• Is Jakey a grower or a shower
• Are micro penises secretly perfect for wearing diapers
• Jakey’s first vibrator and whether it caused lasting damage
• A horrifying childhood discovery
• Do ABDLs disproportionately have large penises
• Why ABDLs might be the most open people in the kink community
• Could ABDL be the cure for the loneliness epidemic
• Could someone kidnap Jakey
• Is wearing diapers in the heat really that bad
• Why you should wear diapers home for Christmas
• Where Jakey still has not worn a diaper
• The mysterious ABDL connection to 9/11

This episode is full of nostalgia, community care, wild questions, and complete chaos.

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Episode 2 – Real Talk & Ridiculous Diapers

The crew is back for Episode 2 of The Puddlecast Podcast! This time, things get even livelier as Jakey and Domino dive into a wide range of community topics, from diaper drama to deeper conversations about kink, culture, and connection.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Real-life un-potty training and Jakey’s own experience helping someone through it
• First impressions (and strong opinions) on Tykables’ new “Detective Marty” Step-ins
• Retired diaper designs and a farewell to some community favorites (Bumooza)
• Modeling in the ABDL scene, what it’s like, how to get started, and how representation matters
• The intersection of the gay and straight ABDL communities
• “Big Diaper” conspiracies and whether we’re all secretly in too deep
• Body hair in the ABDL world, personal comfort, preferences, and representation
• The Puppers redesign fiasco again (and Jakey’s still mad about it)
• A call to action: why the community needs its own ABDL band
• Kink showing up in mainstream media and how that visibility feels
• The mystery of bad bottom tapes, is it just us or is this a trend?
• The epidemic of flakiness in the ABDL community and how we can do better

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Episode 1 - The Pilot

Welcome to the very first episode of The Puddlecast Podcast! In this pilot, we sit down to share why we’re starting a podcast and dive right into some big conversations happening in the community.

✨ What we cover this episode:

• Why we asked ourselves “Should we start a podcast?” (and the answer!)
• First impressions of the new Kiddo Premium Night diapers
• Thoughts on diaper redesigns and what makes or breaks a good change
• Navigating world events and the current political climate—and how that shapes the way we think about hosting events
• The infamous ABDL binge & purge cycle—what it is, why it happens, and how we’ve experienced it

This episode sets the tone for what’s to come: community-focused conversations, honest takes, and a little fun along the way.

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