Contestants

Mr. Anvil Contestants for 2024

See all the bios for the Contestants below.

Tod Ekstrom – Tod got his start in leather back in Milwaukee, WI but nowadays is enjoying life here in Phoenix, AZ. Tod’s been active in the leather community since his days back home in Milwaukee and continues the tradition here as a member of the Arizona Men of Leather. His two dogs are the love of his life, yes, but coming in close behind that is his love of meeting and engaging with new people. When you get to meet Tod be prepared to have him welcome you into his life! Not only is he a big animal advocate, Tod is also an accountant by trade and he’s proud of his involvement with his company that produces prosthetic devices because of the way this service is life changing for the people whose lives are bettered. Tod brings to the table a history of fundraising for charities and help The Leather Fashion Show get up and running as a part of the Milwaukee Pride Festival.

Tod is open to many a fetish, but for him nothing beats being tied spread eagle and blindfolded, where his mind wanders and the fun begins! Tod is experienced with sounding and has his sights set on acquiring his own E-Stim machine soon. He looks forward to adding this particular delight to the AML Demo Nights’ smorgasbord of delights in the coming months.

Kyle Ross – The Rev. Dr. Kyle Ross is a proud veteran of the US Navy. Brought up in small-town Maine, population 644 if you include the town dog, Kyle has made his home in Phoenix Arizona since 1991. His partner brought him into leather with his first gifted piece being a black leather bar vest made to fit by Tuff Stuff Leather. He adheres to the tradition of gifting to others pieces he no longer wears. During his time here in Phoenix Kyle feels honored to have received the title of Southwest Leather Daddy Bear 2014. He’s been involved with ALBAC, Arizona Gay Rodeo, The Imperial Court of Arizona, and not to be forsaken: The Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence! Though these organizations Kyle as carried the titles of Mr. Arizona Gay Rodeo in 2004, 2006 and 2007. He was Miss Arizona Gay Rodeo in 2009 and 2018 for a twist! Likewise, Kyle has served as both Price Royal and Princess during The Courts’ Reign 9 and Reign 8, respectively.

It’s no wonder that one of Kyle’s favorite fetishes involves underwear! As Sister Pullona Jockstrap, Kyle has been bestowed as a Fully Professed Ministrant within The Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. When he’s not actively ministering on behalf of the Sisters, he’s likely flagging brown lace. Depending on the situation, he may sport yellow on the right. Also on the right, light blue—total and complete cock and balls worship. If you spot him flagging fuchsia, that means he’s in the mood for some spanking action. Be warned, he flags fuchsia both sides! He goes “shaved-nuts” for cock rings and stretchers, gear, jockstraps, tights and leggings and any kind of showing off. Kyle’s natural state is as a nudist and will shed his clothing as often as possible in as many places he can. This un-cut guy keeps it trimmed downstairs and styles a shaved-bald hair look. Kyle is single, healthy and likes to keep himself fit and active.

Dennis Daniels – At 19, Dennis set his sights on the concrete jungle of New York City and the East Coast. After escaping St. Louis where he was brought up, and cutting his teeth in the Big Apple, Dennis began his journey as a Leatherman starting in 1991 at the Bike Stop in Philadelphia, just off the alley of the Forest Theater. Dennis now makes his home in Phoenix, by way of Palm Springs, CA. Along the way he has been a tribal member of GMSMA in New York, PSLOD in Palm Springs and is looking forward to becoming a full-fledged member as a current AML Pledge. Included in his many accomplishments in life, Dennis is an avid fundraiser. He is most proud of his work spanning two decades hosting and coordinating events for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

For Dennis, “It’s about connection” whether through the physical and sexual, the intellectual, the emotional and the spiritual. First and foremost, Dennis is a friend. He is a shaman, a teacher, a guide and mentor, and minister. As a Dom or sub, Dennis’ journey through life leads him through the sexual—fisting is his pleasure—as well as the more tender moments of snuggles and laughter. Accompanied on his journey by his dogs and his friends—both life-long and new—Dennis enjoys the outdoors, fishing and working out. In his role as shaman and sex-positive educator, Dennis values teaching and practicing men’s yoga and drumming. Favorite Quote: “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing”, Edmund Burke.

Ben Calderon – Ben leverages his career with a major US airline carrier to enable his involvement with leather communities and major leather events on a world-wide scale. Some of his favorite go-to destinations include Germany, the United Kingdom and China where he seeks out historical sites and targets key events like Folsom Berlin, Easter Berlin Fetish Festival. Closer to home, one of Ben’s favorite festivals in Dore Alley in San Francisco. Ben is a Gear guy and dons his leather as often as possible flagging red and blue on both the right and left sides. Ben’s love and devotion to his two fur babies Louis and Vinnie still allows him ample room to help guide and direct newbies in the leather community find their way in our world and embrace their own kinks and desires.

Ben has called the Valley of the Sun his home since 2001. And any leather club would be lucky to snap up a guy like Ben!

Adam Kratt – Adam is originally from Los Angeles, CA but now makes his home in the Greater Phoenix area. His time with his first boyfriend brought him into the leather community back in the late 1980’s.

Adam’s long history of service through volunteerism began in California and continues through to today, here in Arizona. He has served in a leadership capacity on Boards of Directors and executive committees within the Kink, LGBTQ+ and other aligned communities reflecting his involvement in a gamut that ranges from social clubs, dungeons, religious organizations to student government in college. Adam’s leadership extends further as an educator in the wider LGBTQ+ sphere with HIV and STI prevention courses. With his classes specific to the Kink/BDSM and leather communities, Adam teaches both theory, as well as the art of the practices, protocols and techniques that define us in our shared play spaces.

Wayne Brawner – Wayne Brawner, from Atlanta, GA began his journey in the leather community when one day back in 1985 he sauntered in through the back door of the Texas Drilling Company. Wayne has taught over 1500 classes since that time and served as a judge in contests spanning the years. He has served on various Boards in the leather community, operated his own contests and holds the Mr. Georgia Leather title for 2020.

Through his own individual effort, Wayne has raised an astounding $1 Million dollars (and counting!) for clubs, groups, titleholders, HIV centers. His fundraising prowess extends further with assistance to underprivileged children’s groups and battered women’s shelters across the globe.