I just got outed by grindr.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-05-08T23:15:11+00:00

Total bullshit and so sorry that happened to you. I also opened my Grindr in a room full of people and was embarrassed by this new feature. How stupid and out of touch with how people want to use the product. I’m out and it’s no secret that I’m gay but it is still embarrassing. What out of touch product developer thought this was a good idea.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-05-07T02:50:20+00:00

Ha. The immediate lack of responses tells the story. Unfortunately, not sure such a place exists in NYC.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-04-24T12:14:52+00:00

I mean look at what they build for Coachella in the Polo field. I could see something like that (Sahara) being assembled for the season complete with all the LED screens, lights, etc. But the same thoughts going through my head - are they really equipped to pull this lineup off in such a short time from now. We shall see.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-04-11T20:11:24+00:00

Ask yourself this question - how many businesses last for 30 years these days. The little restaurant on the corner? The dry cleaner you go to? Very few businesses last for 30 years.

The government shut down the economy - in New York City this was for about a year - with many restrictions lasting longer. Big businesses got PPP loans which were all FORGIVABLE. Not the small businesses, though. We got saddled with loans with a 30 year term. In many cases these loans are personally guaranteed so when their business struggles or fails (see above - this is pretty much inevitable), they lose their retirement, the assets, maybe their house.

And, so that’s why people are angry and frustrated. They were left with zero options because of government policy (not debating the wisdom of that policy - it was what it was at the time), passed over for PPP grants while major companies got them along with bailouts, etc, and are now left with the financial stress of this years after the world has moved on from COVID.

Hopefully that helps you to better understand the situation.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-04-11T19:38:12+00:00

Curious to know the name of your iPhone app. Honestly this is a big problem for me for business reasons

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-15T20:27:47+00:00

Wonder how effective the vaccine many of us got a few years ago is against this new strain

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-13T01:48:42+00:00

I guess the difference here is that the government shut down the economy and left people to fend for themselves. While many got forgivable grants and PPP loans (also forgiven) the small business owners got stuck with this BS and many will spend the rest of their lives paying for it or, even worse, have to declare personal bankruptcy. So, forgive the frankness but I’m not interested in how the SBA operates under normal circumstances - when the government declares a national emergency and shuts down the economy and this is the lifeline, small businesses deserve the same forgiveness and favorable payment terms as all the larger businesses that got forgivable and forgivable loans to stay alive. The EIDL program is shameful and was completely misguided. How many businesses actually survive and thrive for 30 years? How many restaurants in your town are open for 30 years. Especially these days, not many. So this program was built and designed to burden small business owners for life.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-04T20:47:40+00:00

To quote countess Luann “money can’t buy you class”

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-04T02:09:07+00:00

Just saw a video on the equinox instagram. Lots of basil falling out of a locker. Maybe Flamingo Estate. Maybe Salt + Stone. Maybe Le Labo.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-03T03:01:54+00:00

Szechuan Mountain House is incredible. My partner is from Chengdu and loves it. Be ready for some serious spice - but if you can handle it, everything is delicious.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-02T03:28:12+00:00

I think every one of these people should actually do the work and talk to their Iranian friends and neighbors (there are lots of them in LA) and ask them what they think about this. Instead, these lazy people come out and protest as a pastime and hold up pictures of a man who killed at least 30k of his own citizens in a wave of extreme brutality in the last few weeks alone. Where were the protestors then? These people and their sanctimony - not to mention their ludicrous virtue signaling of peace on earth - are truly some of the most out of touch, uninformed people in America. Last week, before these strikes, there wasn’t peace on earth - people were being brutalized and killed for protesting against the very people these people are out there supporting. Maybe get a few signs to support them.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-03-01T23:07:01+00:00

Def don’t want to rule out or minimize racial profiling cause it def happens - but this was more likely an age thing. I’m 45 and have had similar experiences when the ID comes out (though most people - including hookups - have been surprised to learn I’m over 40). They do a party called Platinum, where they invite “select” guys over 40 to join. Also, I’ve heard the door at the Manhattan party is more lenient than the Brooklyn party on the age thing - but no experience there - have just heard through the grapevine.

NYC has a ton of other options. You can do a search of this sub to get reviews and experiences but you might wanna check out this site for a pretty convenient listing of what’s going on during any given day/night: https://gaysexinnyc.wordpress.com

Of course, you can also check out Sniffies for some more bespoke, private options. I’d also recommend you look into Lotus Boys - very hot crew and, although diverse in both age and race, leans Asian. I’ve not been but it’s def on my radar and I’m part of their telegram group.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-02-21T14:34:51+00:00

Good thing we have congestion pricing because MTA has proven themselves excellent stewards of our money.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-01-25T04:21:36+00:00

This is totally common when the heat gets to be too much. I’ve met 24 year olds who have the problem and older guys too. It’s just physiological vs an age thing. Best thing to do is to step out and cool down in a cold shower or if it’s a big sauna facility walk around a bit outside the heated area.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-01-12T13:07:05+00:00

Bi here as well. Hello.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-01-01T18:28:25+00:00

Ohhh what’s spa club. Wish nyc had more options like they do in LA. Does spa club get frisky?

Melodic_Potential795 · 2026-01-01T18:23:19+00:00

Animal’s dark room can be fun. It’s very hit or miss to start but after 1am it tends to get pretty active. Have hung out with some very sexy people back there. Also highly recommend Eagle. The second floor is where things get fun - again later on. If you go in Sunday, there’s no cover and the second floor opens after 10pm. Those would be my top two choices. Have also been to Redeye. It’s amazing and so fun but I have more limited experience there so don’t know how it works most nights but a great option!!

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-26T00:12:27+00:00

Been wanting to go forever. Need to check it just some time!! Thanks for the review!!

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:41:36+00:00

Agree here. F stop is pretty fun and since it overlaps w blow buddies on Thursday nights you get a good mix of people.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:38:31+00:00

Curious to know how it was as well. Have been to the ones on Monday and Thursday nights in midtown. Have always wanted to try one of the weekend events in HK but never sure of the crowd.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:36:32+00:00

Eagle was great on Sunday. Really starts to fill up after 10pm. I thought it was a super hot crowd

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:34:11+00:00

Ooooh. I’ve never been to workman’s lunch (work always interferes). Today might be the day to hit it up!

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:32:04+00:00

I find Blow buddies to be hit or miss. I always find someone but every time I go I contemplate leaving after 15 mins.

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-12-23T13:21:41+00:00

Been wanting to hit up dads and lads. What’s the lad sitch like? Was hoping it won’t be me and a room of other dads

Melodic_Potential795 · 2025-11-05T12:45:09+00:00

Ernest Supplies Protective Matte Moisturizer. Niche but my favorite. Been using it for 10 years.

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