What really happens behind the velvet ropes at the world’s most infamous fetish party? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Paul Faust—president of the Faustian Society—takes us deep inside the world of Torture Garden, where avant-garde performance meets unapologetic sexuality. From strict dress codes to the art of consent, Paul reveals what it takes to create a space that’s equal parts dangerous, decadent, and safe. We talk BDSM, cultural clashes around sex, why patriarchy still haunts female desire, and the relentless fight to stay authentic in a world that wants to water everything down. This is part one of a two-part interview—and trust us, you’ll be begging for more.