Why are so many people into deep anal insertion? One theory is because it can stimulate the vagus nerve. Not only can this feel amazing, but it may also trigger a cascade of health benefits!

Ruby Ryder of Pegging Paradise fame joins us to talk about advanced butt stuff & pegging on ep 177 of American Sex Podcast. Some of that we cover:

• How vagus nerve stimulation via the back door could lead to reduced inflammation, anxiety, and egocentric behavior
• The somatic similarities between anal play & kink
• How the term pegging is evolving & used in some circles as an inclusive act to be enjoyed by anyone regardless of gender or anatomy
• How the patriarchy hurts cismen and ways that the popularity of pegging has helped heal shame and combat prejudice

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Episode 177 Links

• Ruby Ryder's Free Pegging Classes (virtual) https://www.theartofpegging.com/upcoming-webinars
• Ruby's Websites: https://peggingparadise.com/ & http://pegging101.com/
• Ruby Ryder Patreon https://www.patreon.com/RubyRyder
• Ruby Ryder Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therubyryder/
• Ruby Ryder TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@peggingparadise
• Ruby Ryder Twitter https://twitter.com/Ruby_Ryder
• Ruby Ryder Bonus Audio Content https://www.patreon.com/posts/58960458
• Pegging w/ Ruby Ryder Ep 91 American Sex https://sunnymegatron.com/ruby-ryder-pegging-paradise/
• Hankey's Link (excellent for wider toys) https://hankeystoys.ositracker.com/123528/9217
• Square Peg Slink (for depth play): https://www.squarepegtoys.com/shop/slink/
• Bespoke Surgical: https://bespokesurgical.com/
• Ruby's affiliate link for toys & gear (supports her work) https://www.enticeme.co/#rubyryder
• Posts on FetLife about the word Pegging:
• Of the Word Pegging, Homophobia and Transphobia by @Ruby_Ryder : https://fetlife.com/users/365662/posts/7415232
• I will never peg a man again by @Rebekah_Salt : https://fetlife.com/users/12786367/posts/7412901
• Flip Fucking is not a thing by @Rebekah_Salt : https://fetlife.com/users/12786367/posts/7419184
• Impact Play Stair-Step article: https://peggingparadise.com/2021/02/the-endorphin-levels-in-bdsm/
• Steely Dan Reelin' in the Years https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaH25Sghoqc
• Adapted cold shower as a potential treatment for depression https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17993252/
• Open water swimming as a treatment for major depressive disorder https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6112379/
• SNL Sketch, Man Park https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XOt2Vh0T8w
• Sex & Psychology Podcast Dr. Lehmiller & Dr. Prause The Science of Orgasms https://www.audible.com/pd/Episode-60-The-Science-of-Orgasms-Podcast/B09LQQ72BG
• Open Deeply Podcast http://opendeeplypodcast.com
• Ken's charity DnD game Monday's 4pm-7pm PT https://www.twitch.tv/thunderpantsacademy
• American Sex Podcast Discord Community http://bit.ly/discordasp
• American Sex Podcast subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/americansexpodcast
• American Sex Podcast Patreon http://patreon.com/americansex
• Updated free BDSM Negotiation sheet/Mini-Workbook https://sunnymegatron.gumroad.com/
• XBIZ 2022 Awards Sexpert of the Year voting begins Wednesday, Nov. 24 – https://xbizawards.xbiz.com/voting/XBA-3027.php

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