As I have told Peter on any number of occasions, I don't see this strapping, handsome, well-endowed Asian male on pictures taped to my shower wall while masturbating, so much as I see him as my friend. I've known Peter for a few years now and have watched him grow into the international porn sensation that he has become, give or take a few shirt sizes.
But lurking in the back of my mind, behind the silicone-based masturbating gels, has been the queston: What next? When is Peter go to take the leap from soft-core erotica, the kind you find in Marriotts from Dubuque to Idaho Falls, and start making good, old-fashioned gay porn, the kind you can show to your parents and say: Yes!
Well, as my chat with Peter the other day shows, your days of waiting are coming to an end and when it arrives, we shall all shout together: Thank you, oh sweet Baby Jesus!
Men of Color: Welcome back to Men of Color, Peter.
Peter Le: I'm excited to be back.
MOC: So much has changed since we last spoke. I think you were on your way to Japan to photograph the island and, if judging by your Cybersocket appearance, wore a shirt about two sizes smaller.
Peter Le: Japan was one of the best experiences of my life. It really allowed me to gain a new perspective on a part of Asia I'd never seen before. And I'm always looking for a new detergent to try to help me shrink my shirts up. I'd rather be shirtless but then there's that whole "public indecency" thing to worry about.
MOC: So tell us, what did you gain through your travels?
Peter Le: It was definitely a culture shock. Everyone I met over there was so enthusiastic about trying to communicate with me and help me connect with their culture. But, at the same time, it's a very conservative culture. I learned a lot about how hard it is to be gay over there and that really took me by surprise. It felt like, in some ways, Japan is socially where America was in the 50's. Not to mention they made me cover up my tattoo when I was working out at the gym over there. Gold's Gym! My old American stomping grounds. haha
MOC: Wow. Why?
Peter Le: Well...There's this idea that homosexuality is something you'll just snap out of one day. Like some of my friends over there told me that their parents can't accept their sexual identity. They think it's a phase they'll get over and then get back to finding a wife and starting a traditional family. Gay bars and clubs are very underground, too. There's nothing over there like SF's Castro. And I was spending time with friends who were very connected to the gay scene.
MOC: But why the tattoo?
Peter Le: Tattoos are seen as a statement that you don't want to be a part of the group. It's a pretty in your face thing usually thought to be a sign that you're part of a gang or the mob. They even had it written up in the gym conduct code that if you had one you had to keep it underwraps while at the gym. I ended up having to wrap bandaging tape around my arm just to lift some weights.
Being American wasn't an excuse I guess.

MOC: I'm curious, too, how did people know you were gay? You're don't exactly scream: homosexual!
Peter Le: Well, and it's not that I exactly am 100% out there gay, either. I have friends all over the world and my friends in Japan knew I'd have a good time out at the gay clubs.
MOC: Well, I'm just glad I only need to fly to San Francisco to see you and not Japan. That can add up!
Peter Le: Tell me about it, my bank account is still hurting haha. It was worth it though!
MOC: I'm sure. So, let's talk about you're big news. But before we do, I wan't to talk to you about some of the changes you've made to you site...
Peter Le: Go for it.
MOC: For one, you've added models. And the first model you added was none other than Asia's biggest straight male porn star: Keni Styles. How did that all come about?
Peter Le: Honestly, it wasn't that hard... Keni is a really awesome guy who I admire so much. And as much as I admire him, he admires my site's mission to show Asian male sexual power and prowess. When I told him I wanted him to help me lead the way to showing a different kind of Asian male in the adult community he was on board. I owe him big time too. After he jumped on it I started getting tons of subimissions from other models wanting to help break all the pre-existing stereotypes about us out there.
MOC: How much was he paid?
Peter Le: He, and all my models, get standard industry rates.

MOC: So, he wasn't paid any more or any less?
Peter Le: No, it was more about he and I just clicking, having the same vision, and him wanting to be a part of something.
MOC: In a blog post I wrote about that appearance, I was somewhat critical because I felt that while you're are trying - admirably, I'll add - to showcase Asian male sexuality, you chose a heterosexual male. How do you counter that criticism?
Peter Le: What's it got to do with his sexuality? Honestly? I showcase men who I feel have strength, personality, share my vision, and have got a great look. I don't think I'd be helping to break stereotypes if I started excluding people or being selective based on sexuality. Particalularly because I feel that sexuality is so much more fluid than many people's rigid view of it today. Also, just because he's a straight guy it doesn't make him any less sexy in my eyes.
MOC: Some would argue, much in the way they did when, say, someone like Reese Rideout won a gay magazine's prize for top gay man of the year, that it sends out the wrong signal to gay men that are looking for positive gay affirmations?
Peter Le: I want to be all inclusive. I think Keni is a great guy, who to the best of my knowledge, supports the gay community and definitely supports trying to promote a positive image of Asian masculinity. He's not my only model, too. I have lots of amazing guys on the site now and I can tell you that the strictly homosexual models far out number those who aren't. I'm trying to send a message that every Asian man can be strong, sexual, confident. Keni is a notable person in my industry who is doing the same and as a fan of his I wanted him to be a part of the project. But, that being said, he's just one piece of the puzzle not the whole thing.

MOC: Okay, so let's move on to what I consider - in Joe Biden's now famous words - "a really big fucking deal." Tell us what's going on with PeterFever.com?
Peter Le: That's hard to say in just a few words! I could write you a whole novel based on what I have planned for the future. I always want people to get to the point with me though so I'll get to the point... Two biggest changes this year are that we're going hardcore and opening up a whole livecam aspect too. I'm excited almost more for the livecam because it allows the site to be ten times more interactive and I will personally be available to perform directly for the fans doing live shows.
MOC: So, you're going hardcore meaning...?
Peter Le: The site will start featuring videos where the models are going to be doing a variety of sexual acts on eachother, obviously including intercourse.
MOC: You mean fucking?
Peter Le: Lots of fucking. Asian style!
MOC: And, of course, I'll assume you will be first among equals?
Peter Le: I wish I could say yes, but since the site is run off of the blood, sweat, and semen from me and a very small team - I'm actually going to be directing and filming our first release. I'm very anal about the quality of our first production so I'll be behind the lens making sure it's perfect. I can tell you the models will be featuring already have quite a bit of experience and are really excited to be under me... my direction.
MOC: But will you eventually fulfill THAT fantasy of ours?
Peter Le: I have a list of requested fan fantasies to fulfill that could fill up a lifetime. I'm getting to them one by one, starting with the livecam shows so fans get to ask me personally for exactly what they really want from me.
MOC: So, you know how tenacious I am...
Peter Le: I like a man who knows what he wants...

MOC: But you haven't really answered the question. When will the general public get to fulfill what, for many, is the ultimate fantasy: watching Peter Le fuck or be fucked.
Peter Le: Well, to be blunt I haven't even started filming my first feature, let alone planned my second so for me that's still pretty far out in the future. I'm really trying to do everything I can to please my fans but I don't want to get everybody's panties in a bunch until I can make a definitive announcement. One man can only do so many others at a time! You'll be the first to know!
I pinky swear.
MOC: Give us a timeframe. My semen isn't as productive as it once was. When will we see your first picture?
Peter Le: You're really pounding me on this one, aren't you? I didn't realize how much goes into a hardcore production when I finally made the decision to take the site there. Right now I'm spending a lot more time than I ever wanted to with lawyers in suits trying to get all the contracts ready and permits I need to before I can start filming. It's a frustratingly slow process.
MOC: You're frustrated??
Peter Le: You have no idea. lol.
MOC: Well, I have an idea for a movie. Can I give you a brief idea?
Peter Le: I need a good script writer, please do! This is your audition...go!
MOC: It's starts on a desert road. A band of hot Asian men are riding on motorcycles in nothing but Speedos when they come across this young - well, okay, young-ish - gay porn blogger turned Asian movie studio writer...Can you guess where it's going and who I'll cast?
Peter Le: I love it! I'm buying the exclusive rights, you're hired! You'll have to get used to working under me now and I can be a little pushy about what I want from my underlings. Great job benefits though.
MOC : Like unlimited sweat-upon towels? Things like that? Count me in!
Peter Le: Exactly.
MOC: Peter, it's always a pleasure talking not just with the groundbreaking, gay porn history-making Peter Le, but a good friend. Thank you so much.
Peter Le: Likewise, Victor. You've made my night.
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