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Women’s sexuality is unfortunately still an understudied topic, but our guest today, Dr. Laurie Mintz, has 30 years of experience in this field and is here to share her knowledge. As an author of two books, a speaker, and a professor of human sexuality, Laurie knows a thing or two about female sexual desire and pleasure!

In this insightful conversation, we dive deep into a wide range of topics such as: the misinformation around female sexuality, why mindfulness is important in sex, the impact that stress has on our sex drive, the importance of language in sexual education, and how communication is key in experiencing a satisfying sex life.  

Although this episode is centered around female sexuality, men will also gain practical insights from this conversation!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:37] About Dr. Laurie Mintz

[04:38] Why women’s sexuality is not widely talked about or accepted 

[05:34] The misinformation around sexual education 

[09:33] The importance of communication in a sexual relationship

[11:02] It is not pushy to speak up for your needs and desires

[11:45] Women are not often present during sex

[14:06] Changing sexual needs, interests, and desires

[17:42] When should you bring up sexual preferences with a new partner?

[20:01] The importance of language in sexual education

[23:50] The clitoris nerve endings

[26:11] Self-pleasure and exploring your body

[28:11] The common denominator for lower sex drive & sexual stages in relationships

[30:07] Two types of sexual desire

[32:40] The importance of mindfulness

[34:22] Penis size anxiety

[35:52] All experienced orgasms are equally great

[37:42] Sexual education and empowerment for teenagers

[46:57] Laurie’s favorite date

Connect with Laurie:

Website 

“Becoming Cliterate” Book

Instagram

Facebook

When it comes to men’s role in society, things are rapidly changing. Many men feel lost, disconnected, and find themselves falling into patterns of addiction. Traver Boehm, author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Man UNcivilied, was no different. After facing a series of losses, Traver found himself navigating the trenches of life which ultimately led him to pave a new path for himself and other men to follow. 

Join us as he shares about the impact of societal messaging for men, why it is important to build a relationship with yourself, and how we can implement sacred sexuality to improve not just our sex lives, but life as a whole!

This episode is packed full of wisdom that both men and women can benefit from. Tune in and then let us know what you think over on Instagram @celestemooreimage and @traverboehm.

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:39] About Traver Boehm

[03:03] What sparked the UNcivilized movement?

[10:21] Using life’s difficult moments as a catalyst for self-expression

[16:15] Where do men fit into society?

[17:59] Paving a new path for men

[21:02] The transition from a transactional relational paradigm to a co-creative paradigm 

[24:46] The importance of raw, real, and relational personal development

[29:42] The impact of societal messaging 

[32:31] Suppressed needs, trauma, and addiction

[37:38] Using loss as a time to open up to life changes

[39:36] Implementing sacred sexuality to improve our lives

[45:01] Trust, integrity, and communication to get beyond friction in the bedroom

[46:57] Traver’s favorite date

Connect with Traver:

Website 

“Man UNcivilized” Book

Instagram

The Uncivilized Podcast

Are you looking to improve your sexual performance and satisfaction but don’t know where to start? If so, you’re in luck because the knowledgeable Erik Everhard joins us for his second appearance on The Down and Dirty Podcast to dive into all things sex! As a men’s coach with a background in the adult industry, Erik knows a thing or two about sexual mastery. 

Join Celeste and Erik in this captivating conversation as they get into the 3 layers of sexual satisfaction, why apparatus choice matters in sexual performance, and how all men are capable of delivering great sexual experiences. He also breaks down the sensory experience of different types of vaginas and why it is important to figure out which type you respond to! 

This episode is a juicy one and every man can benefit from implementing the wide range of sexual knowledge that he shares in this episode!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:37] About Erik Everhard

[03:29] Where Erik’s teachings come from

[06:40] Improving sexual satisfaction is more than just working on communication 

[11:54] The honesty of enjoyment in real life vs the adult industry

[17:29] The four different types of vaginas

[26:47] Sexual satisfaction based on position and anatomy

[28:30] “Master the pussy, master the woman”

[32:34] What can we expect to learn in “The Everhard Academy”?

[36:23] The impact of different condoms on performance

[38:19] All men are capable of delivering great sexual experiences

[45:57] Why apparatus choice matters 

[48:25] How physical fitness and lifestyle correlate to being effective in the bedroom

[55:04] What knowledge will the students of the academy walk away with?

[57:56] Erik’s ideal date

Connect with Erik:

Website 

The Everhard Academy 

1:1 Client Contact

 Unleash Your Sexual Superpowers: A Porn Star's Guide to Sexual Mastery 

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The end of the year is such an important time to reflect on everything that has happened and in today’s episode, I am expressing my gratitude for what has transpired throughout 2023 in 7 different areas of my life. 

I am SO excited for what is to come in 2024 - including more dating advice, image advice, and so many more things that will help you succeed in your relationships. The Down and Dirty Podcast will start dropping TWO juicy episodes a week starting in February so make sure to stay tuned. 

From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for joining me along this journey, and make sure to connect with me on Instagram @celestemooreimage, I’d love to hear from you!

In this week’s episode we discuss:
[01:25] Gratitude Reflection #1 - The podcast
[03:40] Gratitude Reflection #2 - Personal travel to London, Turks and Caicos, and Italy 
[07:47] Gratitude Reflection #3 - Traveling for business 
[09:28] Gratitude Reflection #4 - My clients
[10:27] Gratitude Reflection #5 - Eliminating my chronic pain
[11:36] Gratitude Reflection #6 - Parenting
[13:04] Gratitude Reflection #7 - My career and what is to come

Lee-Michael Pronko, the creator of the Heartstring Dating App, joins us today for an entertaining conversation about intentional dating! If you feel like dating isn’t going the way you’d like it to, make sure to join us as Lee-Michael gives us practical dating tips and ways to improve our online profiles. We also talk about the use of video in dating apps, the importance of getting clear on what you want in a partner, and what it is like dating as a single dad.

This episode has incredible advice that you can use to positively impact the way you date, even if you aren’t into online dating, so tune in!

 In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:45] About Lee-Michael

[02:16] How Lee-Michael got into the dating industry

[04:08] Using video in dating apps

[09:25] Dating apps and authenticity - who are you looking to attract?

[11:51] Dating as a single dad 

[14:24] Dating preferences and getting clear on what you want

[16:58] Lee-Michael’s top 4 deal breakers

[21:15] The importance of communication, vulnerability, and being present

[26:11] Parenting and compatibility

[31:33] Heartstring Dating App 

[34:39] Lee-Michael's favorite date

Connect with Lee-Michael Pronko:

Website 

Heartstring Dating App

Heartstring Dating App Instagram

Instagram

Podcast

Trauma is more than meets the eye and whether you are aware of it or not, it has a big impact on every aspect of our lives. Charna Cassell, a trauma-trained psychotherapist and sexuality coach, joins us today for a deep conversation about somatic bodywork, personality development, and creating new habits and patterns within our bodies. She even gets into the nuances of trauma and how it impacts our sex lives and libido. 

Charna and Celeste also talk about dating challenges as bisexual women and whether chemistry can grow over time. Charna is an amazing expert with so much knowledge and this episode has something for everyone, so take a listen!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:40] About Charna Cassell

[03:15] Why Charna became a trauma-trained psychotherapist and sexuality coach

[10:17] The power of asking for what you want

[13:39] Personality development and creating new muscle memory

[18:30] How does trauma affect libido?

[24:48] Unpacking the stereotype that people with penises should be “ready to go” 

[29:19] Dating challenges as a bisexual woman

[39:54] Can chemistry grow over time?

[48:26] The importance of allowing women to drop into their femininity

Connect with Charna Cassell:

Personal Website

Psychotherapy and Sex Therapy Website

Instagram

Facebook

Podcast

Communication is one of the most important parts of any relationship which is why today we are exploring all things effective communication and emotional intelligence with Coach Reg of RUCoached! 

As a relationship coach and author with a gift for helping others, Coach Reg fills us in on the importance of active listening and validating each other in conversation, aligning core values in relationships, and why we need to extend grace to one another as we are creating new habits. 

This episode is packed full of powerful questions and reframes that can help improve the way you communicate in every area of life. If you’re looking for a conversation that will support you in building thriving relationships, tune in! 

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:25] About Coach Reg

[02:21] Coach Reg’s journey of becoming a coach

[05:26] Validating each other in conversations

[08:18] Using active listening while getting to know someone

[14:04] Agreeing to disagree - respecting people's choices

[19:06] Reframing your questions in a powerful way

[26:03] Letting go in relationships

[28:38] Emotional Intelligence in relationships

[35:12] Inviting someone to share their feelings after a conversation 

[39:42] Extending grace as we create new habits

[41:35] Being open to acknowledging our blind spots

[44:46] The difference between opinions and observations

[46:53] About Coach Reg’s book “Love, Relationships, And, Sometimes, Just Letting Go”

[51:53] The difference between therapy, counseling, and coaching

[53:52] Being curious vs critical

Connect with Coach Reg:

Linktree

Website

Book

Struggling with modern dating? Then you need to tune in! 

In this week’s episode, I break down modern dating struggles including the impact of the digital age on dating, why quality over quantity matters, the shift in gender roles, and separating your career and personal identities. This is a great listen for anyone who wants to improve their dating life to find their person (or persons).

Please reach out and tell us what you want to hear from Celeste over on Instagram @celestemooreimage and don’t forget to rate and review if you love the podcast!

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[03:25] The first issue in modern dating - The change in social norms & online dating

[05:34] The second issue in modern dating - The shift in relationship dynamics & gender roles

[09:07] The third issue in modern dating - Time constraints & efficiency 

[11:33] Prioritizing the things that matter to you

[13:25] Implementing tools and setting goals to improve your dating life

[15:24] How do we integrate a satisfying personal life and a romantic life?

[17:11] The fourth issue in modern dating - Career identity and personal identity

[19:19] What you can expect in future solo episodes

On this week’s episode, we have the knowledgeable and award-winning sex therapist Dr. Stephanie Sigler of Evolve Your Intimacy! In this insightful conversation, we dive deep into a wide range of topics such as: exploring alternative style relationships, religious guilt and its limitations on sexuality, and when to teach children about consent and boundaries.

Keep an open mind throughout this episode and I can guarantee you will walk away with some golden nuggets of wisdom that you can bring into your life and relationships. Tune in and then let me know what you think of this episode over on Instagram.

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:12] About Dr. Stephanie Sigler

[03:27] Dr. Sigler's journey of becoming a sex therapist

[08:45] Alternative style relationships

[12:23] Religious guilt and sexuality 

[15:33] What is a successful relationship?

[17:38] Mental health and therapy 

[23:37] About Dr. Sigler’s book “Anti-Fight Journal: Fighting Fair in Relationships”

[32:12] Dr. Sigler’s approach as a therapist

[33:58] Sex education in the United States

[35:58] Teaching children about consent and boundaries

[44:17] Defining what sex means to you in an alternative relationship

[49:59] Talking about sex and exploring what you like

[54:38] Dr. Sigler's favorite date

Connect with Dr. Stephanie Sigler:

Website

Instagram

Twitter

Facebook

Human Design experts Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles of DayLuna join us this week for an insightful conversation around what it means to live life according to our energy type.

Shayna and Dana give us a tangible breakdown of what Human Design is so you can walk away feeling empowered to give this experiment a try. They also share how we can use it for more alignment in our lives, why we need to tune into our bodies for decision-making, and how to live authentically.

Make sure to generate your free Human Design chart before tuning in so you can follow along with greater understanding. I learned so much about myself throughout this conversation and I know you will too!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:35] About Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles of DayLuna

[04:05] What is Human Design?

[08:02] Why Shayna and Dana created DayLuna

[12:33] Human Design as a tool for self-exploration 

[17:58] How DayLuna simplifies Human Design 

[21:54] Human Design shows us that we are our own authority

[25:13] The five different energetic types in Human Design

[42:51] Projector invitations and recognition 

[46:26] What does it mean to have openness in our charts?

[50:37] Human Design authorities (decision-making process)

[53:59] Human Design profiles 

[56:26] “Your Human Design” Book

[59:24] Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles’s favorite dates

Connect with DayLuna:

Website

Instagram

Podcast

Free Chart

Ritual Kits

“Your Human Design” Book