Episode Summary:



In this unfiltered and deeply personal Editor’s Note, UNB Tim catches listeners up on a chaotic and emotionally draining month. From battling a resurgence of migraines to grieving the sudden loss of a friend, this candid episode offers a behind-the-scenes look into the life of the man behind UNB and the Brief Talk Podcast. Despite setbacks—including the unfortunate cancellation of the August Chicago meet-up—Tim shares his renewed focus on creating meaningful content, exciting plans for new podcast series, and ways listeners can get involved.



Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, this episode is a powerful reminder that community matters and that building a safe, inclusive space around underwear, spandex, and self-expression is more important than ever.



What’s Inside This Episode:




* Migraine struggles and finding medication that works



* Grieving the loss of a longtime friend



* Cancelled Chicago trip and how you can still connect with the community



* Content creation updates: blog schedule, writing projects, and seeking contributor input



* Two new podcast ideas in the works:

* A kink-focused podcast exploring fetish, identity, and relationships



* A spandex-only podcast spotlighting gear, community, and confidence





* Thoughts on perfectionism, ADHD, and podcast production behind-the-scenes



* A call for listener feedback, ideas, and contributors



* UNB Reader Survey 2025 is now open – share your thoughts and help shape future content




Listener Involvement:



Want to contribute to the blog or podcast? Tim is building a panel of guys to share quick thoughts on fun underwear or spandex questions weekly. Interested? Reach out.



Also, take the 2025 UNB Reader Survey – it helps shape blog and podcast content, discovers new brands, and better represents the community.




https://underwearnewsbriefs.com/2025/07/share-your-love-of-jocks-in-our-2025-reader-survey/




Support the Podcast:



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www.patreon.com/unbblog



Quotes for Social Media Graphics:




* “I want us to have a place where we can talk about our love without shame.”



* “If you know, you know—migraines are no joke.”



* “Life came crashing down all at once in June—but July feels like a reset.”



* “The podcast is growing and evolving, and I want to keep pushing it further.”



* “You don’t have to be on the podcast to be part of the community—just reach out.”




Call to Action:



Listen, share, and subscribe to the podcastTake the Reader SurveyDM Tim with ideas or just to say hiBecome a Patreon supporterSpread the word – we’re building something special together



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