Please Me! A Sexuality Podcast

In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Karen Anne Coccioli, erotica writer and voice within the LGBTQ+ and kink communities, to explore sexuality, identity, and the journey of coming out later in life.

Karen shares her deeply personal story of navigating two heterosexual marriages before embracing her lesbian identity, offering a powerful perspective on self-discovery, courage, and transformation. Together, Eve and Karen unpack the complexities of sexuality and identity, challenging societal norms—especially the pervasive myths around ageism and older women’s sexuality.

The conversation also dives into Karen’s work as an erotica writer, and how her experiences within LGBTQ+ and kink communities shape her storytelling. She highlights the importance of representation, visibility, and authentic expression in literature, while dismantling stereotypes that limit how women—especially older women—are perceived in relation to desire and pleasure.

This episode is an honest, liberating, and thought-provoking exploration of sexuality across the lifespan—inviting listeners to embrace their truth, challenge outdated narratives, and redefine what it means to live authentically.

What You’ll Learn

• Karen’s journey from heterosexual marriage to embracing her lesbian identity

• How sexuality and identity can evolve later in life

• The impact of ageism on women’s sexuality and self-expression

• Insights into erotica writing and representation in LGBTQ+ and kink communities

• How to challenge societal norms and embrace authentic desire

• The importance of visibility and storytelling in sexual empowerment

Connect With the Guest

Karen Anne Coccioli

Instagram/Facebook: Author Annie Moon

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Barb Nangle, boundaries coach and host of the Fragmented to Whole podcast, to explore the power of healthy boundaries, emotional intimacy, sexuality, and personal recovery.

Barb shares her transformative journey—from hitting a codependent low at age 52 to finding healing through 12-step programs—and how that experience reshaped her relationships, self-worth, and approach to intimacy. Together, Eve and Barb discuss why boundaries are essential for emotional wellbeing, how people-pleasing patterns can hold us back, and what it truly means to take responsibility for your own happiness.

This conversation also highlights the deep connection between emotional intimacy and sexual relationships. Barb opens up about her decision to prioritize emotional connection before physical intimacy, and how that choice led to a more fulfilling and aligned partnership. She also shares practical tools for self-focus, clear communication, and building confidence through self-acceptance.

The episode concludes with insights into self-care practices like meditation, yoga, and spiritual connection—offering listeners a grounded path toward healing, empowerment, and more conscious relationships.

This episode is a powerful and practical guide for anyone looking to build healthier relationships, strengthen boundaries, and reconnect with their sense of self.

What You’ll Learn

• Why healthy boundaries are essential for personal growth and relationships

• How to break free from people-pleasing and codependent patterns

• The connection between emotional intimacy and sexual fulfillment

• How to build self-confidence through self-focus and self-approval

• The importance of clear communication in intimate relationships

• Self-care practices that support emotional healing and recovery

Connect With the Guest

Barb Nangle

Podcast: Fragmented to Whole

Website: https://higherpowercc.com

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Karin Freeland—award-winning author of The Ins and Outs of My Vagina and women’s corporate life coach—to explore sexuality, sexual frustration, personal transformation, and the journey toward living a purpose-driven life.

Karin shares her powerful story of breaking free from the “golden handcuffs” of corporate life to pursue deeper fulfillment, revealing how her personal evolution led her to reconnect with her body, her desires, and her voice. Together, Eve and Karin dive into the importance of advocating for your pleasure, communicating your needs, and overcoming the limitations that keep many women feeling stuck—both in their careers and their intimate lives.

This conversation highlights how sexual empowerment and personal growth are deeply intertwined, and how learning to express desire, embrace authenticity, and step into purpose can create lasting transformation. Karin also shares her passion for helping women reinvent themselves and turn their dreams into reality.

This episode is an empowering and inspiring listen for anyone ready to break free from limitations, reconnect with their desires, and step into a more aligned, confident, and purpose-filled life.

What You’ll Learn

• Karin Freeland’s journey from corporate executive to author and coach

• How to overcome sexual frustration and communicate your desires

• The connection between personal growth and sexual empowerment

• How to break free from limiting beliefs and life constraints

• Ways to advocate for your needs—in and out of the bedroom

• How to reinvent yourself and step into your purpose

Connect With the Guest

Karin Freeland

Website: https://karinfreeland.com

Free Guide: 6 Secrets To Get Unstuck (available on her website)

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Marijke McCandless, author of Naked in the Now, to explore infidelity, reconnection, playful intimacy, and the journey into sacred sexuality through presence and vulnerability.

Marijke shares her perspective on how relationships can move through rupture and repair, offering insights into rebuilding connection and rediscovering intimacy after challenges like infidelity. Together, she and Eve discuss the importance of playfulness in sex, and how cultivating presence can transform intimacy into a deeper, more meaningful experience.

Drawing from her book Naked in the Now, Marijke introduces her approach to sacred sexuality—guiding listeners toward what she calls “naked reverence.” She shares a roadmap for becoming more present in your body, embracing vulnerability, and creating a more conscious and connected relationship with yourself and your partner.

This episode is a thoughtful and expansive exploration of intimacy, presence, and emotional connection—perfect for anyone looking to deepen their relationships and experience a more embodied approach to sexuality.

What You’ll Learn

• How to navigate infidelity and rebuild connection in relationships

• The role of playfulness in creating deeper intimacy

• Insights from Naked in the Now on sacred sexuality

• Why presence is key to meaningful sensual experiences

• How vulnerability can deepen emotional and physical connection

• Practices for cultivating intimacy and self-awareness

Connect With the Guest

Marijke McCandless

Website: https://marijkemccandless.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marijkemccandless

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve explores the powerful connection between generational trauma, PTSD recovery, sexuality, and sexual wellness—unpacking how past experiences can shape intimacy, self-worth, arousal, and confidence in our relationships and sexual lives.

Eve dives into how unresolved trauma can influence relationship patterns and sexual expression, while offering an empowering perspective on healing. She breaks down the role of mindset, language, and affirmations in addiction recovery and emotional resilience, highlighting how intentional thought patterns can support long-term transformation.

This conversation also expands into the role of music as therapy, nervous system regulation, and self-love practices as tools for both emotional and sexual healing. Eve reframes sexuality not as something separate from healing—but as a pathway toward self-acceptance, liberation, and deeper connection with the body.

This episode is a grounded and empowering resource for anyone on a journey of trauma recovery, emotional healing, and reclaiming confidence in their sexuality and relationships.

What You’ll Learn

• How generational trauma impacts intimacy and relationship patterns

• The effects of PTSD on sexual function, desire, and confidence

• How mindset, language, and affirmations support healing and recovery

• The role of music therapy in emotional and nervous system regulation

• How sexuality can become a tool for healing and self-acceptance

• Building self-love and reclaiming sexual empowerment

Connect With the Guest

EA:

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Taylor Sparks—author, ethically non-monogamous coach, and founder of Organic Loven—to explore pleasure, conscious sexuality, and the world of eco-friendly intimate products.

Taylor shares the inspiration behind Organic Loven, an online store dedicated to providing healthy, body-safe, and environmentally conscious products designed to enhance intimacy and sexual wellness. Together, Eve and Taylor dive into the process of curating a line of toys for Eve’s platform, offering insights into what to look for when choosing products that support both pleasure and wellbeing.

Their conversation brings a playful and open-minded perspective to topics like self-pleasure, exploration, and breaking taboos around sexuality. From innovative toys and accessories to creative ways to enhance intimacy, this episode is both informative and entertaining—inviting listeners to expand their understanding of pleasure in a conscious and empowered way.

This episode is a fun, curiosity-led exploration of sexual wellness, perfect for anyone looking to discover new tools, deepen their connection to pleasure, and embrace a more open conversation around intimacy.

What You’ll Learn

• The inspiration behind Organic Loven and eco-conscious intimate products

• How to choose body-safe, non-toxic toys and pleasure products

• The role of self-pleasure in sexual wellness and empowerment

• How to explore intimacy with curiosity and creativity

• Breaking taboos and normalizing open conversations about sex

• Insights into curating a personalized collection of pleasure products

Connect With the Guest

Taylor Sparks

Website: https://organicloven.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organicloven

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Leanna Wolfe, sex researcher and advocate for non-traditional relationships, to explore sexuality, sex, partnering patterns, polyamory, and the deeper dynamics that shape modern intimacy.

Leanna shares her adventurous journey—driven by curiosity and a passion for understanding human connection—and how her lived experiences have informed her work in studying relationships beyond traditional norms. Together, Eve and Leanna dive into themes of jealousy, desire, and emotional complexity, offering a nuanced perspective on what it means to love and connect in unconventional ways.

The conversation also highlights Leanna’s acclaimed book 177 Lovers and Counting, and its upcoming adaptation into a one-woman show debuting at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. They explore how her research and personal experiences intertwine, shaping her views on sexuality, autonomy, and relationship design.

This episode is an eye-opening and thought-provoking exploration of intimacy, curiosity, and the evolving landscape of relationships—perfect for anyone interested in polyamory, self-discovery, and expanding their understanding of love and connection.

What You’ll Learn

• Insights into Leanna Wolfe’s journey as a sex researcher

• How non-traditional relationships challenge conventional norms

• The realities of jealousy and emotional dynamics in polyamory

• How curiosity and lived experience shape sexual and relational identity

• The story behind 177 Lovers and Counting and its creative evolution

• Expanding your perspective on intimacy, autonomy, and connection

Connect With the Guest

Leanna Wolfe

Website: https://wisewomanrelationshipconsulting.com

Book: 177 Lovers and Counting (25% discount available on her website)

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve explores menopause empowerment, hormone therapy, and the importance of self-advocacy in women’s health—guiding you through how to take control of your body, sexuality, and confidence during perimenopause and menopause.

Eve breaks down the often confusing and frustrating symptoms that can arise during this phase of life, from vaginal dryness and low libido to incontinence, mood swings, and fatigue. She challenges the narrative that these experiences are something women simply have to endure, offering a new perspective rooted in empowerment, education, and choice.

This conversation dives into the truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and bioidentical hormones, along with practical, research-backed strategies to support your body through hormonal changes. Eve also emphasizes the importance of advocating for yourself with healthcare providers—so you can access the support, solutions, and care you deserve.

This episode is a supportive and empowering guide for any woman navigating perimenopause or menopause, ready to reclaim her vitality, intimacy, and overall wellbeing.

What You’ll Learn

• How perimenopause and menopause affect sexual health, intimacy, and energy

• The truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and bioidentical hormones

• Practical ways to manage vaginal dryness, sensitivity, and urinary incontinence

• How to advocate for yourself with doctors and healthcare providers

• Research-backed strategies for optimizing hormones and wellbeing

• How to reclaim intimacy, confidence, and vitality during menopause

Connect With the Guest

Parlor Games:

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with EA, a recovery counselor, to share her deeply personal journey from sexual trauma to sexual empowerment—and how her lived experiences shaped her path into sexual health, women’s empowerment, kink education, and conscious sexuality.

Eve opens up about pivotal moments of remembering, recalibration, and healing, revealing how personal pain evolved into professional purpose. Together, they explore how trauma can impact identity, intimacy, and relationship patterns, and how reclaiming sexuality through awareness, nervous system healing, and self-empowerment can lead to profound transformation.

This conversation also expands into the connection between hormones, women’s health, and sexual vitality, as well as conscious explorations of kink, ethical non-monogamy, and relationship design rooted in consent and communication. Eve also shares her journey of becoming a female podcaster in the sexuality space—and what it means to own your voice, your story, and your power.

This episode is a powerful and compassionate resource for anyone navigating healing, reclaiming their sexuality, or stepping into a more embodied, empowered version of themselves.

What You’ll Learn

• How sexual trauma can shape identity, intimacy, and relationship patterns

• Ways to reclaim your sexuality through awareness and nervous system healing

• The connection between hormones, women’s health, and sexual vitality

• Understanding kink and alternative sexuality through consent and communication

• What ethical non-monogamy and conscious relationship design look like

• How to recalibrate your life and step into personal power

• Owning your voice and becoming empowered in the sexuality space

Connect With the Guest

EA

Recovery Counselor

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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In this revealing and imaginative episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Rene Moon for a global exploration of women's sexuality, fantasies, desire, and the power of erotic imagination.

Rene shares insights from her work on sexual fantasy, highlighting how fantasies are a universal human experience that transcend culture, age, and background. Together, she and Eve explore how desire can exist in many forms—sometimes as private inner worlds, sometimes as shared intimacy with a partner, and other times as experiences that are consciously brought to life through communication, trust, and consent.

The conversation moves through a wide spectrum of fantasy—from everyday daydreams to more daring and taboo expressions—emphasizing that there is no “normal” when it comes to desire. Instead, fantasies are framed as a personal and meaningful part of self-discovery, offering insight into emotional needs, curiosity, and sexual identity.

Eve and Rene also discuss how openly acknowledging fantasy can deepen intimacy, improve communication in relationships, and reduce shame around desire. This episode encourages listeners to approach their inner world with curiosity rather than judgment.

This is a liberating and thought-provoking conversation that invites you to embrace erotic imagination as a natural, healthy, and powerful part of being human.

What You’ll Learn

• Why sexual fantasy is universal across cultures

• The different ways fantasies can be experienced (private, shared, or enacted)

• How fantasies reflect emotional and psychological needs

• The connection between fantasy, communication, and intimacy

• How to explore desire without shame or judgment

• Understanding the range of “normal” when it comes to sexuality

Connect With the Guest

Rene Moon

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renemoon26/

SDC: https://sdc.com

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

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