INTERVIEW: Did you know you can utilize astrology as a roadmap to good sex and relationships?! Ya sure can! Today I’m in conversation with Humanistic Astrologer, Psychic Medium, and podcast host Jessica Lanyadoo who's here to talk everything astrology 101. More specifically, astrology + sex + how we can begin to dance with the stars (and our charts!) to help navigate dating, love, intimacy, and most importantly live in our authenticity. If you know everything about astrology, or you're like me and don't know that much, this episode is a GOOD ONE. Jessica even shares a general reading for this July, what to expect, and how to get on by. 

We also cover:

• astrology 101
• astrology skeptics and critics 
• how astrology is gendered
• navigating relationship dynamics
• navigating your sexuality 
• being queer
• what parts of your chart to pay attention to 
• self worth
• living authentically 
• July reading

& so much more! 
Plus stay around for this weeks sex Q&A at the end of the episode.

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• thebedside.co

Connect with Jessica:

• @jessica_lanyadoo
• Ghost of a Podcast
• lovelanyadoo.com
• Book: Astrology for Real Relationships

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INTERVIEW: What's the science behind an orgasm? Have I even had an orgasm? How do I become more orgasmic? Why can I only orgasm when I masturbate? This week we've got the Orgasm Guru Dr. Laurie Mintz back on Bedside as we talk ALL about orgasms 101. If you haven't listened already be sure to check out our first interview, Becoming Cliterate, however today Dr. Laurie here to talk O's. More specifically, the orgasm gap, the physiology behind an O,  the spectrum of O's, and a STEP BY STEP GUIDE to orgasming. That's right, whether you struggle to orgasm or you're slinging O's left and right Dr. Laurie is here to give it to us straight with top notch research, anatomy lessons, and her best advice on getting off!

We also cover:

• Anorgasmia (the struggle to orgasm)
• Big O's vs Baby O's
• Spectrum of orgasms
• Male and female anatomy 
• The orgasm gap
• Blue balls 
• Casual sex vs relationships

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• thebedside.co

Connect with Julie:

• @drlauriemintz
• drlauriemintz.com
• Book: Becoming Cliterate

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INTERVIEW: Where do we begin when it comes to creating REAL and authentic community?! The type of community where you can ask shame-free questions and share tips, tricks, and advice? Emma Bates, founder of Diem social networking app, has your answer. Simply put, knowledge is power, and Emma is dedicated to spreading it by centering the voices of women and non-binary individuals. Move aside Meta!!! On this episode we cover: 

• The power of community knowledge
• Freeform information exchanges
• Social networking
• Emma’s knack for community building
• The morning after pill
• Girlboss era
• The gender information gap

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Emma Bates:

• IG: @emmashbates / @askdiem
• DOWNLOAD the Diem App!

Catch Emma and Tatiana on the Diem App this June 27th + June 29th for chats on sexual health no-no's and Fundraising 101. See you there! 

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INTERVIEW: I’m so excited to introduce you to today’s guest Atarah Valentine! Some of you may be familiar with Atarah’s former work as a manifestation coach for To Be Magnetic, however today Atarah is joining us to chat all about his latest venture and starting his own practice called The Seed Level. This episode is jammed packed with everything from healing to recovering from trauma, and how to become the master of your most authentic life. When I say our conversation is filled with the best tips I really mean it. Plus, stay tuned for a sex+relationship Q&A at the end of this show! On this episode we cover: 

• Manifestation
• Living the life of your dreams
• Codependency 
• Trauma healing 
• Meeting a partner 
• Nervous system regulation 
• Sexual identity 
• Cognitive overload
• RRR menthod - rehearse, recalibrate, review 
• Surviving → thriving 

TW: suicide is mentioned in this episode

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Atarah:

• IG: @atarahvalentine
• www.theseedlevel.com

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INTERVIEW: Where do we even begin with sex toys?! I’m excited to introduce you (back) to Dirty Lola for part 2 of our interview. Dirty Lola is a sex educator, sexedutainor, and self proclaimed “dildo slinger”.  And let’s just say she really lives up to that title in her most recent feature in Netflix’s mini-series: The Principles of Pleasure. If you haven't already listened, tune into the first part of this episode, Getting Kinky with Dirty Lola. In today’s part 2 episode we cover the topic of sex toys: how to buy what's right for you, experimenting with different varieties, bringing in a partner to the process, and so much more!

What you can expect in part 2 today: 

• How to know what toys are right for you
• The variety of toys available
• Best practices for experimentation
• Involving a partner (even if it's awkward)
• Butt play 101 
• Demystifying sexual shame 

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Lola:

• IG: @dirtylola
• www.dirtylola.co

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INTERVIEW: Let's get kinky! On today's episode I’m excited to introduce you to Dirty Lola: a sex educator, sexedutainor, and self proclaimed “dildo slinger”.  And let’s just say she really lives up to that title in her most recent feature in Netflix’s mini-series: The Principles of Pleasure. In our recording together we covered a lot of ground, so-much-so that I decided to make this a 2 part series! So today’s episode will be part 1, where we cover the topic of kink. And in part 2, you can look forward to Lola sharing an abundance of knowledge and seriously good tips around sex toys — she is the dildo slinger after all!

What you can expect in part 1 today: 

• Lola’s upbringing and background that led her to this field
• intro to kink (what is it, how does it work?)
• the in’s and out’s of Lola's first ever relationship dynamic with a dom
• the psychology of kink
• body image and beauty

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Lola:

• IG: @dirtylola
• www.dirtylola.co

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INTERVIEW: In light of the recent tragedy and mass shooting in Uvalde Texas that took place earlier this week, we’re talking to the kids. The students who across the country participated in school walkouts and are taking a stance on the current climate of gun reform in the United States. As you’ll hear there’s a lot of talk around mental health, but more-so the sheer access we have to firearms in this country.  Simply put, in America a gun has more rights than a woman’s body. This begs the question, what can we do on a local level to instill change? In this series I’m joined by local student protestors along with Erica Vilardi-Espinosa — a candidate for the local Los Angeles School Board (specifically LAUSD School Board District 2). She shares with Bedside her thoughts on how we can begin to better instill systems that support the wellbeing and safety of students and educators alike.

Mentioned Resources:
everytown.org
CDC statistics on the current mental health crisis
Erica Vilardi-Espinosa current School Board candidate

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

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INTERVIEW: So what does Sex Ed in 2022 look like? This week I’m excited to introduce Mariah Caudillo to Bedside as we talk all about the topic of sex education. More specifically, the current climate of teaching sex ed to teens in mostly digital spaces. Mariah is a certified comprehensive and inclusive sex educator who teaches sex ed in California. On this episode Mariah shares with Bedside what sex ed curriculum looks like, the state of sex ed across the US, and how she is helping to facilitate more contemporary conversation to sex as we know it. Let’s get into the episode! 

We also cover:

• sex ed going digital 
• remote learning
• anonymous sex ed questions
• creating safe spaces
• how to have trusted dialog
• porn literacy
• tips on advice on being sexually empowered

Mentioned Resources:

• Scarleteen.com
• https://www.teensource.org/
• Why We Should Talk About Sex Like Pizza with Al Vernacchio

Connect with Bedside:

• IG: @thebedside
• Tiktok: @bythebedside 
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Mariah:

• IG: @sexedfiles
• Tiktok: @sexedfiles

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QUICKIE: Ghosting...the original bad boy. Everyone has a ghosting story and most people have been on both sides of the equation. Ghosting refers to the disappearing act people pull when they want to leave a relationship or potential relationship. If a breakup wasn’t bad enough, Ghosting takes it to new levels as it gives absolutely no explanation, follow up, or point of further communication. Today we've got Amanda Blair here to  break down all the ins, outs, energetics and tips for ghosting. We also cover the Science of Ghosting — yes, this has been a scientifically researched topic! I remember when I was going through a recent ghosting experience and wondered how to handle it with “grace”. This episode is the answer I wish I had during that time.

We also cover:

• What ghosting is and isn't
• Friendship vs. romantic ghosting dynamic
• Intimacy in friendship
• Science of ghosting (mentioned research paper linked here)
• How to handle being ghosted
• The energetics of what ghosting means and implies
• Tips for navigating various ghosting situations

Mentioned Resources:

• Scientific Research Paper: Ghosting and Destiny: Implicit Theories of Relationships Predict Beliefs about Ghosting
• Friendship Breakup episode with Amanda 

Connect with Bedside:

• @thebedside
• www.thebedside.co

Connect with Amanda Blair:

• amandablair.org
• @xoamandablair

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INTERVIEW: Today I’m in conversation with Casey Tanner: certified sex therapist and Founder +  CEO, at The Expansive Group therapy practice. You also may be familiar with them online under the social platform @queersextherapy. On the show today we are talking all about queerness specifically Casey’s insights between the intersections of mental health and identity and sex. Casey shares with Bedside their own story of embracing their sexual identity and what that process looked like for them, as well as advice around navigating sexual evolutions. Whether you're queer, queer-ish, or just curious to learn more tune in! 

We also cover:

• sexual evolutions
• sex + mental health intersections
• being queer enough
• queer sex
• sexual communication 
• gender dysphoria
• gender expression

& so much more!

Keep up with Bedside:
@thebedside
thebedside.co
         
Connect with Casey:
@queersextherapy
theexpansivegroup.com

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