Building Klub Verboten: Consent, Inclusivity, and Evolving Kink Spaces (ft. Karl)

Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) is joined by Karl, the founder of Klub Verboten, one of the most inclusive and progressive kink spaces in Europe. They delve into how the club was born, who can attend, and the rules that ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. Karl shares his hot takes on why straight cis men tend to stay away and how he learned to become a great lover. We also discuss the importance of feedback from the community and how KV adapts to make the space even better for everyone. Karl opens up about dating within the kink scene and managing an entire community while being an introvert. From venue nightmares to why Klub Verboten doesn’t bring performers to their events, we talk about it all—including Karl’s experience using a fake online profile to better understand cis-het men. Plus, tips for anyone preparing to attend their first KV event and insights into why education and guardianship are crucial to keeping single women and all attendees safe.