Name: Max Rulz

Age: I am old as air and as new as the breath you are taking right now! The former relates to how many times I believe I have been here. The latter to My attitude on life—each moment is new, packed with lots of opportunities and beginnings. As to My physical body in this time and place---Lord—it feels different ages on different days if you know what I mean—anyone over 40 will certainly relate.

Orientation: Definitely Decidedly Domme---make no mistake about it.

Marital status: Divorced. It saddened Me however it had to be. A woman has to be true to herself first and foremost. Some times you just have to do what you have to do!

Do you currently have a partner: I have 2 one I have had for 9 years and the other 7 years. Neither live with Me at this time— no live ins –that is a bit different for me, makes it a bit tough but I am a tough Woman and first and foremost I can take care of Myself. I am however, always on the lookout for that amazing female slave, and a male as well.

We're sure a lot of fans are missing your Houston radio show "The Leather Hour". Tell us about your most memorable program. Do you have plans for a future radio show?
I miss it as well, very much. I worked with some amazing and wonderful people. My most memorable interview? Hmm... actually there were two. The first was a most amazing evening with 5 female slaves. There was slave Olivia, Miss Julie, di- calista, slave rebecca and slave micheal’s . These Women rock! I happen to think a slave is an extremely courageous strong individual. They spoke about how they viewed themselves and doormat was not even in the same zipcode . Because they view themselves as very value creating creatures and those who have Owners, have chosen wisely with regards to their Owners, and they are Men I admire and respect as well. Those who are not are so by choice as they realize the rarity and value of their gift of submission.

The next most memorable was with Vi Johnson—I still cannot believe I did the show---it was the only one I did in Houston that was remote. It was the night of Hurricane Rita. I was in an Army reserve barracks on a cell phone with only candle light—pretty strange> The interview went so well that after 2 ½ hours with all the lightning and the OMG wind and rain  I said I was going to bed and left Vi talking to the people in the station  on the air! Hey it was suppose to be a one hour show—I think I did My hostess job and the show must go on routine well above the call of duty!

Your biography states that your mission is to assist with changing the negative stigma attached to alternative lifestyle living. That's a pretty tall order to fill. What can we do to help?
SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT! We can begin by supporting each other. Anyone thinking they are the fetish of Life club president should consider stepping down. By that I mean hey no one has an exclusive on what is an appropriate kink with regards to consenting adults. With the acceptance of another’s thing naturally comes respect. If possible, come out and support your local groups. For some I realize this is just not going to happen and I understand . There are however others ways to participate in your community. When you are writing that check to your regular charities think about your kink support groups such as  the NCSF, LLC, The Gay and Lesbian Task Force and The Woodhull Foundation.  I really enjoy working with Woodhull mostly because they are proactive.  They are attempting to bring about a movement, a gathering of many groups, raising the awareness that sexuality is a basic human right. Woodhull believes that laws must be put in place to protect those freedoms.  The antiquated laws that seek to eliminate these freedoms must be removed from the books.

I am definitely into supporting the groups for POC , however we are facing issues that go all over the globe. It is not a black thing, white thing, gay thing het thing, gender bending thing bdsm thing or any other “individual” group . THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE WHO ARE TRYING TO TELL ME WHAT TO DO IN MY FUCKING BEDROOM--!! This is so not cool! To say the least. It is imperative we support those organizations who support our interest and lifestyle. In this we Must stand together. Each and every human period. I do not care if you are a straight, missionary position creature ya best get on board this fight – who knows, if "they" are allowed to prevail who is to say they might decide to outlaw sex altogether -Imagine having to have a license to screw???

Now I do understand and I am the first to say the answer to the now infamous question “can we just all get along” is a resounding NO! However,You know what? –it is seldom what you do –it is how you do it. There is even a right way to do wrong. We MUST, regardless of  the direction of our  individual views, understand and accept the fact that we are all standing on the same mountain top! Mt. Kinky!

Lately there's been a major surge in porn stars creating fetish films and Fem-Domme websites. How do you think this affects the BDSM lifestyle?
Errr Uuhhhmmmmmm aaaaaahh----Yes I definitely have feelings about that issue. I think it is one of interest to a large contingency. It is something that has indeed affected things with regards to this lifestyle and the profession associated with it. (did I do good on this one? Can I run for president now?)

This month (Aug. 2007)  you will be presenting a seminar at Black BEAT entitled "Dominant as Muse". What's this about? Does it require the Dominant to put in extra work?
Well there is the point , you get out what you put in!  I am not going to do the presentation here, folks should get out and get to Black Beat. I will say that as a Dominant, one must realize the position they hold in the lives of their “charges”. In essence it is no different than that of Parent or teacher or guardian. Another explanation for all of these positions  is –one who inspires.

Did you really appear on FOX News? We wouldn't have imagined the FOX network could handle a woman of your caliber. Why'd they have you on the show?
It is actually the second time I have done a news interview. They both came about in the same manner as a matter of fact. One was in Connecticut many years ago and the other in Houston last year. The reporters were doing pieces on –I love it---The newest thing happening in the communities –kink!  One was for a fetish club , the other a fetish store and both asked me to join in on the interview. In both I dressed very vanilla—the one in Houston I even wore my glasses on my nose—lol. Then I just started talking about the fact that everyone has a fetish or two or three. I like to keep things on a relatable level when teaching especially when vanilla folk are involved or newbies. Lets face it who walks around in thigh high leather boots, full makeup, and a corset everyday, all day???

You are the a group called, "Just Us - Women in Kink". What's the purpose of your group? Is it difficult to control the membership of an online group?
Just Us- Women in Kink, is just that! It is a group of women who mostly do the yahoo group discussion list. No one wears a hat. There are no Dommes or subs just kinky women who discuss those things that affect their lives on a day to day basis.  They are gay, bi ,straight, curious , lesbitarians–everything. The bottom line we are sisters! There is no top bashing allowed, so it is not a place to air your laundry if you are just having a bad day with your dominant. but it is a place to make friends and “that” can be taken out to lunch with your new friend.

We discuss health issues, kink issues, chocolate issues safety issues within WIITWD. One must come in on a referral basis. Some one must know you, know you are a biological woman or have been living as a woman for at least 10 years. Is this prejudice—maybe ! It is My group so this is how it is. When joining the group one must agree to not reveal specifics as to what happens in the group to their Top/Master/Mistress –whatever. Should this occur to the detriment of another member, and I find this out ---- you will be removed from the group and I will tell everyone in the group you ran your big mouth! I think it is imperative that there be some safe places somewhere.

One of the main purposes of the group is so the new female can have a place to start—to learn, without necessarily jumping into the pool in order to find out if there is any water inside. Perhaps she can find a “grow sister” first. The group also meets once a month for dinner or an after work get together in one of the women’s home for face to face bonding. Sometimes there is a special presenter or just a topic for discussion. I would like to see these group in cities all over the united states==that is one of my personal goals.

 We recently stumbled upon the "Silence will not Protect You" website and we were blown away. We didn't even know you wrote poetry. Why do you keep this site hidden away?
It is not really hidden I put it together just before I moved from Houston to Baltimore and have not had the chance to promote it. I have been so busy putting MaxVilla together I have not had time. MaxVilla is what I have named My new home. I have always loved poetry . I enjoy expressing my thoughts and feeling in that way.

It's noted on your website that you do not play in hotel rooms. This probably causes a great deal of distress to some of your potential play-partners. Why the aversion to hotel rooms?
There are several reasons for it. One—I love going to hotels! FOR ME! I love staying in hotels for resting, sleeping, fucking and room service! Ahhhh! If I go to see someone I will not be resting. It is very doubtful that I will sleep, and I do not want it misconstrued that I am going to be the ultimate room service of your fantasy-as in having sex with you.
Now of course if I am traveling out of town or out of the country to see someone there is that exception. I have to utilize a hotel. I have some pretty amazing equipment in MaxVilla, I cannot bring it with me to a hotel. Nor can I go traipsing thru the lobby in full Mistress regalia! Besides I think one should come to Me. After all I am The Mistress!

How important is the element of surprise to you as a Dominant?
Surprise is everything. When creativity flows it seldom gives notice. It comes as a surprise-a surprise gift to the Dominant. Then when you pass this on to the sub you have the magic ! I think it is imperative that a sub can never be completely 100% sure of some things in order for this thing we do to work.  For example, when I glide across the room and all you hear is the clicking of My heels on the wood floors, the rubbing of the leather between My thighs, or the water sounding rustle of rubber around My ankles , you are looking dead on into my eyes and I have "that" look--- your heart starts beating a bit faster----I pull out the knife from behind My back— and your heart starts to pound—I need you to think, "omg is she really going to kill me this time—is she going to cut me bad—will I have marks for life—you know she is a bit crazy—oh lord, I love her but she is a bit out there-- oh jesus I think she may really do it this time, omg did I forget to take out the trash—I can’t remember –did she like the dinner?— I cannot believe I let someone tie me up like this—again"  etc. Whether you use surprise in actuality or hint at it , it is very important.

You've stated that there are five particularly inviting points of interest for you during a scene. Can you tell us what those five points are, or is that classified info?
There really is only one—the human standing ( or laying or kneeling) in front of me! This person invites me to perform great, daring, magical feats. Something never before seen anywhere in the world and will never be seen again. I say this because each person, each time, even if it is the same person, brings with him or her a new moment in which to live, breathe and create. A brand new opportunity to explore a new frontier in their mind through the manipulation of their body. I get to send them to “grandma’s house” by a different road every time. Now just how interesting is that!

You've been funded to produce and star in the remake of any theatrical production you desire, but it has to have a bdsm twist. Which film will you choose and what part will you play?
The Shadow Boxer with Helen Mirren and Cuba Gooding Jr. OMG!! I LOVE THIS FILM!! I would of course play Rose. This film already has a very deep BDSM theme. I recommend this movie to everyone. I would prefer not to die in the end however if I had to--- I would want to go just like that! Damn the death scene is one of the hottest scenes ever regardless of the genre, real life scenes included! I want a Cuba character for myself!!! I could care less if it were male, female, fat, ugly, whatever—someone with that kind of loyalty and devotion---I can only shake my head

You are the first featured member to ever send us an original piece of poetry with your interview answers. We feel so special...

DARK CONNECTIONS
The dark connection
Kinky cool
Black silky smooth
Levels of dark tones meshing with diverse levels of dark tones
Make music in the magical darkness
Shades from redbone to mahogany night
we do this thing , we do it in abandoned delight
The dark connection
Black silky smooth
Kinky cools.
-Max Rulz 2007

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