Brief Talk Pocast – Conversation with Zac

Body Positivity, Speedos & Content Creation with Zac Goes Places In this episode of the Brief Talk Podcast, UNB Tim sits down with Zac (Zac Goes Places) — a travel-loving content creator based in Orlando who mixes body positivity, swimwear confidence, and a little thirst-trap fun into his social media presence.   What started as a personal journey toward confidence turned into a powerful message that every body deserves to feel good in what they wear — including Speedos. Zac shares how he went from never posting a shirtless photo to becoming a content creator encouraging others to embrace their bodies and take risks in life. This conversation covers everything from Andrew Christian being a gateway brand, to the realities of content creation, social media algorithms, and body image in the gay community. And yes… there are plenty of Speedo stories. ⸻ In This Episode Zac’s Background • Orlando-based content creator focused on travel, LGBTQ life, and social media content • Shares adventures around Florida, theme parks, cruise ships, and nightlife • Mixes travel content with underwear and swimwear confidence The First Pair of “Gay Underwear” Zac talks about discovering Andrew Christian underwear as a closeted teen and how the brand served as a gateway into the world of sexy underwear for many gay men. Because let’s be honest… A lot of us had that moment discovering underwear that made us feel confident. ⸻ The Reality of Content Creation Zac breaks down what many people don’t see: • Editing photos and videos • Constant posting to feed the algorithm • Managing multiple social platforms • The time and financial investment behind content Content creation may look simple, but there’s a lot of work behind every post. ⸻ From Self-Doubt to Body Positivity One of the most powerful parts of the episode is Zac’s body positivity journey. After quitting a toxic corporate job and hitting a personal low point, Zac decided to take control of his health and confidence. He set a goal to lose weight and eventually wear a Speedo publicly — something he had never done before. When he finally posted his first Speedo photo online, the response was overwhelming. Thousands of views and messages from people saying: “You inspired me to post my Speedo photo too.” That moment helped Zac realize something powerful: Every body is a Speedo body. ⸻ Swim Briefs & Confidence Zac and Tim talk about: • The comfort of swim briefs • Wearing Speedos beyond the pool • Finding brands that balance comfort and style • Why more men should try them Because once you find the right pair… You may never go back. ⸻ Living Life Without Waiting One of the biggest takeaways from this episode: Stop waiting. Whether it’s wearing Speedos, traveling, creating content, or chasing your goals — life is too short to hold yourself back. As Zac says: “We only get one life. If it’s not hurting anyone, just do it.” ⸻ Follow Zac You can find Zac across social media at: @ZacGoesPlaces Instagram Twitter / X BlueSky Patreon Snapchat JustForFans All of Zac’s links can be found through his social media bio. ⸻ Final Thoughts This episode is a reminder that confidence isn’t about hitting some imaginary