John Pendal is a distinguished BDSM educator and performer, renowned for his engaging teaching style and extensive contributions to the kink community. With a career spanning numerous international events, John is celebrated for his unique workshops that delve into a wide array of topics, including the intersection of autism and kink, handling dungeon disasters, and exploring BDSM on a budget. His sessions, characterized by a blend of humor and insight, attract diverse audiences eager to learn from his expertise.
John’s impressive credentials include winning the International Mr Leather contest in 2003, a testament to his influential role within the leather community. He has since leveraged this platform to educate and entertain at major events across the globe, including appearances at Beyond Leather in Fort Lauderdale, Darklands in Antwerp, and Kink Convention in Denmark, among many others.
His workshops are tailored to suit varying levels of experience and interest, addressing both theoretical and practical aspects of BDSM. Topics such as “Everything You Wanted to Know About Kink, But Were Afraid to Ask” offer newcomers and veterans alike a chance to explore the nuances of kink in a supportive environment. Meanwhile, his session on “Autism and Kink” provides valuable perspectives on inclusion and communication within the BDSM community.
John’s ability to adapt his material to the needs of his audience, whether in a university setting, a fetish event, or online, underscores his dedication to fostering understanding and connection through BDSM education. His commitment to creating an inclusive and informed community continues to inspire those who attend his workshops and engage with his work.
We had the pleasure of experiencing John Pendal at the Kink Conference in Norway. We are immensely proud to have partnered with him, allowing us to enjoy both his incredibly humorous stand-up and his inspiring workshops, which also captivated us in Norway.
John has been to Kink Convention i Kink club the last 3 years. The last time was Kink Convention 2024.
“In 2003, I won the 25th International Mr Leather contest in Chicago, becoming the only Briton to ever claim the title. This achievement led me to make appearances across Europe and North America, delivering speeches and hosting fundraisers, talent shows, and leather contests.”
“I ventured into stand-up comedy in 2010. Since then, I’ve performed 1,000 gigs in comedy clubs and theatres throughout the UK, from Falmouth to Edinburgh, as well as solo shows in cities like Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Denver, Edmonton (Canada), Fort Lauderdale, Melbourne, Oslo, Rome, and West Palm Beach. My festival work includes The Big Weekend in Cambridge and Folsom Europe in Berlin. I’ve also been the MC for Mr Chicago Leather every year since 2004 and co-hosted International Mr Leather in 2012.”
“I customize my material for different audiences, drawing from experiences with university students, rural village halls, military bases, and fetish events. I regularly perform opening 20-minute sets, paid middles, guest M.C. spots, and headline smaller clubs.”
“I’ve been a finalist in two national comedy competitions: Laughing Horse New Act of the Year 2015 and Old Comedian of the Year 2016.”
“… and yes, I will wear leather on stage if you want.”