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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 11 MIN

Back to Basics: The Regression of John - Chapter 1 ft. Phoenix

from Tales After Dark · host Barkwell Studios

📘 Episode 1 - Back to Basics: The Regression of JohnJohn is nineteen, almost twenty, and still relies on diapers to manage his bed-wetting. Living with his foster Dad, Matt, and Matt’s oldest son, Cal, was supposed to help him stay on track… but lately, things feel different. Softer. More controlled. More childish.In this first chapter of our 18-part story, the boundaries of care and discipline begin to blur as John’s routines tighten and his independence slips. What starts as comfort and protection slowly shifts into something deeper - a quiet, deliberate push back toward toddler-hood.This is the beginning of a long, gentle unraveling.A return to something smaller.Something simpler.Something John may not be ready to face.Welcome to the first story of 2026.Welcome to Back to Basics.✨ Follow the Voices Behind the Story ✨Pup Ashton (Narrator):X, Instagram, and Bluesky - @pupashtonmnBluesky (ABDL) - @pupashtonABDLPhoenix (Voice Actor):Instagram, X, Bluesky, and Telegram - @phoenixtacyWe’re excited to announce our first-ever sponsor for Tales After Dark!This episode is brought to you by Totally Ozzy Tots, an ABDL Australian retailer that brings all your favorite ABDL brands together in one place. From diapers and onesies to rompers, pajamas, and accessories, they offer a huge range of high-quality products designed with comfort, play, and expression in mind.We are so excited to have them sponsoring us!

📘 Episode 1 - Back to Basics: The Regression of JohnJohn is nineteen, almost twenty, and still relies on diapers to manage his bed-wetting. Living with his foster Dad, Matt, and Matt’s oldest son, Cal, was supposed to help him stay on track… but lately, things feel different. Softer. More controlled. More childish.In this first chapter of our 18-part story, the boundaries of care and discipline begin to blur as John’s routines tighten and his independence slips. What starts as comfort and protection slowly shifts into something deeper - a quiet, deliberate push back toward toddler-hood.This is the beginning of a long, gentle unraveling.A return to something smaller.Something simpler.Something John may not be ready to face.Welcome to the first story of 2026.Welcome to Back to Basics.✨ Follow the Voices Behind the Story ✨Pup Ashton (Narrator):X, Instagram, and Bluesky - @pupashtonmnBluesky (ABDL) - @pupashtonABDLPhoenix (Voice Actor):Instagram, X, Bluesky, and Telegram - @phoenixtacyWe’re excited to announce our first-ever sponsor for Tales After Dark!This episode is brought to you by Totally Ozzy Tots, an ABDL Australian retailer that brings all your favorite ABDL brands together in one place. From diapers and onesies to rompers, pajamas, and accessories, they offer a huge range of high-quality products designed with comfort, play, and expression in mind.We are so excited to have them sponsoring us!

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📘 Episode 1 - Back to Basics: The Regression of JohnJohn is nineteen, almost twenty, and still relies on diapers to manage his bed-wetting. Living with his foster Dad, Matt, and Matt’s oldest son, Cal, was supposed to help him stay on track… but...

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