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After 20 years cultivating a safe haven for students, Master Cat found himself abruptly cast aside when his private life in the leather community was exposed by a right-wing parent. This raw, emotional episode explores the painful fallout as he navigated being barred from saying goodbye to students, having his name removed from retirement celebrations, and processing what it means to lose a core part of his identity.

"The kids suddenly saw me disappear again," Master Cat reveals, sharing how students were left wondering what happened when he vanished without explanation. Unable to even collect his belongings or attend functions at school properties, he describes the year-long grieving process and how the witch in him approached healing through a deliberate "year and a day" of reflection.

The conversation delves into deeper questions about professional boundaries and personal freedom. Why are teachers expected to live under draconian standards without corresponding compensation? What happens when institutions erase valuable contributors over consensual adult activities conducted privately? Master Cat's transition to becoming a full-time leather educator demonstrates how his teaching skills transferred seamlessly to a new context.

Beyond his personal story, we explore critical issues within the leather community itself—from inclusivity battles at campgrounds to the importance of looking beyond physical appearance to see someone's soul. "Leather is an attitude," Master Cat emphasizes, built on honor, integrity, and respect rather than any specific look or body type.

Whether you're part of the kink community or simply concerned with workplace dignity and personal freedom, this episode challenges conventional boundaries and celebrates authentic living despite society's judgments. Join us for this intimate look at finding resilience when your worlds collide.

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