Above The Mean

In this episode I am joined by Marla Renee Stewart, MA a sexologist and author who runs her own sexuality education company, Velvet Lips, and is also a Co-Founder of the Sex Down South Conference. She has studied mental and sexual health for more than 20 years and has given over 500 workshops all over the world. She also co-wrote her first book, The Ultimate Guide to Seduction & Foreplay with Dr. Jessica O’Reilly, which debuted in April 2020.We chat about:

- Normalizing sex in academia

- Seduction learning styles

- Unpacking desire & shame

- Racism in kink and so much more!

Marla's IG: https://www.instagram.com/1marlastewart/

Marla's business Velvet Lips: https://www.velvetlipssexed.com/links

Marla's Book- The Ultimate Guide to Seduction & Foreplay: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Seduction-Foreplay-Mind-Blowing/dp/1627782982/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1IRPBYB2NNQSI&keywords=The+Ultimate+Guide+to+Seduction+%26+Foreplay&qid=1649162298&sprefix=the+ultimate+guide+to+seduction+%26+foreplay%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1

Veronica's IG: https://www.instagram.com/veronica_thompson/

Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link

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This is the first episode in my two part series about woman entrepreneurs who are empowering people to be more confident in themselves through sex education. Join me as I chat and laugh it up with Lola Jean, a Sex Educator, Mental Health Professional, Wrestler, Pro Domme, Writer and World Record Holder for Volume (solo) squirting. Lola does an amazing and refreshing job of educating individuals about sex as well as pushing them past what they think they’re capable of.

We talk about everything from the world of Dominatrix to kinks, romanticizing the slut narrative and so much more! 

Lola's IG: https://www.instagram.com/lolajeandotcom/

Lola's Classes: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-days-of-domination-fluids-week-tickets-288638313967

Veronica's IG: https://www.instagram.com/veronica_thompson/

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For this episode I wanna talk about the notion of coincidences and manifestation. I’ve had a lot of events happen to me recently that have caused me to toy with this idea of are these symbols from the universe really coincidences… or are things simply aligning because I’m starting to live my truth! As well as creating a positive delusional mindset.

Veronica's IG: https://www.instagram.com/veronica_thompson/

Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link

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This is the second episode in my little sxsw series. Join me as I sit down and chat with Dorian Delafuente aka Babi Boi an up and coming musician as well as founding member of the House of Lepore which is about to make history this March as they participate in the first ever sxsw official ball! We talk about everything from the start of his music career to how he ended up being an official sxsw performing artist. Debunking misconceptions that people have about Ballroom or drag & so much more!

Babi Boi's IG: https://www.instagram.com/babiboibitch/

Babi Boy's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zjPJaAqMCkWVuW640H5qx?si=wR74TwnHTs25-CIkN_hY5w&nd=1

House of Lepore IG: https://www.instagram.com/houseoflepore/

Paris Is Burning: https://watchdocumentaries.com/paris-is-burning/

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This episode is for all my movie lovers and story tellers!

In this episode I sit down and chat with Daresha Kyi, an Emmy award winner who writes, produces, and directs documentary and narrative films. She also has an extensive background producing content for FX, WE, AMC, Telemundo, and FUSE, among other networks. She will be debuting her film mama bears at this year's sxsw in Austin.

Daresha's IG: https://www.instagram.com/dareshakyi/

Mama Bears website: https://mamabearsdoc.com/

Mama Bears SXSW: https://schedule.sxsw.com/2022/films/2053790

Link to Trans in America: Texas Strong short film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuIkLNsRtas

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This episode is for all my free spirits out there who recognize that the 9-5 work life isn’t for them and want a little more freedom when it comes to their career. Listen as I chat with the amazing Sam Laliberte, an entrepreneur, digital nomad and freedom speaker. She is the host for the Freedom Lifestyle Podcast. Whose main mission is to expose people to the many ways you can design your dream life and unlock your own version of the freedom lifestyle.

Sam Laliberte's IG: https://www.instagram.com/sam.laliberte/

The Freedom Lifestyle Podcast: https://whatsyourfree.buzzsprout.com/

Sam's Website: https://www.whatsyourfree.com/

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Today’s episode is definitely an interesting one. It really plays on the finding your own path aspect of Above The Mean. Join me as I chat with Jaycee an OnlyFans content creator, and professional dancer. 

In this episode we sit down and talk about the truth behind being an OnlyFans content creator. The mentality you need to have to work in a profession like this. As well as the weirdest request that she’s received & so much more.

Jaycee's IG: https://www.instagram.com/jayceepleasee_/

Palazio Austin: https://palaziomensclub.com/

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Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg

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Welcome to another mini solo episode! This episode I want to really unpack the theme of failing and how to get the idea of failure out of your head. Learning to fail is a skill like any other. Which means it takes practice.

And boy do I have practice with it... I’ve comprised a list of 4 helpful ways to cope with failure; that I often reflect on and use to combat those negative thoughts that come with failing.

Veronica's IG: https://www.instagram.com/veronica_thompson/

Book- "Your Best Life Now": https://amzn.to/3BdN94v

Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link

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This episode is for the weebles and the fashionistas! Listen as I chat with my good friend Emmanuel Williams, a very talented up and coming fashion designer. Who recently accepted a job with Levis’ being an Assistant Designer on the mens team and a brand ambassador.

We talk about ALL things anime

Emmanuel's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ewill_116/

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Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg

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In this episode we’re shining a spotlight on the creative industry I am joined by Adraint Bereal, one of my favorite creators in the game! He is a multi-disciplinary artist, photographer and writer who is currently with Epoch Films as a director. We talk about; Creativity under capitalism, The importance of finding a mentor, How he got to where he is today working with brands like The NY Times, Adidas, Calvin Klein, Vice and AirBnB just to name a few and so much more! 

Adriant's IG: https://www.instagram.com/adraintbereal/ Epoch Film: https://epochfilms.com/directors/adraint-bereal 

i-D Creativity under Capitalism article: https://i-d.vice.com/en_uk/article/93y9d3/adraint-bereal-reflects-on-creativity-under-capitalism 

The Artist's Way Book: https://amzn.to/3J6ZsCe " target="_blank"> 

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