Sex Ed Debunked

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss healthy communication with your partner(s) and the importance of being open and honest about your evolving needs. You don't want to get stuck in a satisfaction rut, and your partner doesn't want to leave you disappointed! The truth is, better intimate communication leads to better relational quality!

Resources
Long-Term Desire (Ted Talk) – Esther Perel 
Love Languages & Sex
Sexual Communication for Better Relationships 

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or, The Myth of Spontaneous Desire.

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about factors that get in the way of being "turned on," spontaneous desire vs. responsive desire, and what it means to have "arousal non-concordance." Which is all to say: being turned on is neither purely physical nor purely mental; so talk to your partners, and be clear about your attraction and desire!

Resources
Masters & Johnson Research – Masters of Sex, Sex Studies
Dual Control Model of Sexual Response
Emily Nagoski - The Truth About Unwanted Arousal 

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On this week's episode of Sex Ed Debunked, Christine and Shannon talk about sexual communication, the benefits of being clear about what you want in the bedroom, and how to know what you "like."

As promised, check out the links to the Erotic Blueprint and Sex Love Language quizzes below. Thanks for tuning in!

References
Erotic Blueprint Quiz
What's Your Sexual Love Language? 
Girls & Sex - Peggy Ornstein 

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On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about the difference between "no"-based consent and affirmative consent, and why the latter can lead to better overall sexual health and satisfaction. They also discuss the FRIES model of affirmative consent: Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific.

Resources:
What is Sexual Consent?
What does it mean to ask for consent?
Active consent and pleasure
Consent Toolkit for all ages

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On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about what it means to be "sex positive" and some of the misconceptions around the term. In fact, being sex positive is less about "having sex," and much more about having a healthy, positive understanding of yourself and your body, and what will make you feel safe and satisfied.

References
What does "sex positive" mean?
NYT article on sex positivity & anti-feminism
Sex Positive Parenting 

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On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk to Bill Shaner, an independent journalist from Worcester, MA, about the new sex ed curriculum in Worcester school systems and the school committee candidate running on the "Opt Out" platform that would allow parents to pull their kids out of comprehensive sex ed.

Read more about the Three R's Curriculum and check out Bill's coverage here. 

Additional resources:
Age Appropriate Info on Puberty for Tweens - Amaze.org
Healthy, Sex Positive Conversations for Families - Talk With Your Kids
Comprehensive Family Talk Guide
LGTBQ+ Youth Need Inclusive Sex Education 

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On this episode, Christine and Shannon apply some theory to why coming out (episode 4) can be so difficult, and touch on important theoretical models including: minority stress model, the Kinsey Scale, contact theory, and the reclamation of "queer."

Resources below:
Understanding the Minority Stress Model
What does Coming Out mean? How to Come Out
The Contact Hypothesis
The Kinsey Scale
What Does Queer Mean?

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Myth: Coming Out Can be Easy. On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss coming out, media representation, the reclamation of “queer,” and how to create space for people of all identities. Tune in weekly on Wednesdays and follow us @sexeddebunked 

Resources:
PFLAG: Support for When a Loved One Comes Out
The Trevor Project: Guide to Coming Out 

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Myth: You Only Need One Talk. In this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about the different sex "talks" you should have with the young people in your life, from toddlers through teenagers. They'll also cover where babies come from, and why it's better to tell the truth than lie about a magical Stork.
Timestamps to talking points are (6:51) not the talk, but a series of talks, (18:36) boundaries and consent, (21:02) cross-generational, and (24:01) personal stories.

Resources:
Scarleteen: Sex Education for the Real World 
Sex Positive Families
Recommended Reading List by Age 

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Myth: The Birds and Bees Are All There Is. On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon talk about why teaching anatomy – even proper anatomy – doesn’t constitute comprehensive Sex Ed. We’ll also touch on the recent abortion decision in Texas, and the origin of the phrase “birds & bees” (spoiler: it’s not good). Tune in to Sex Ed Debunked weekly on Wednesdays, and follow us @sexeddebunked on FB, IG, and Twitter.

Resources:
Sex Education Laws and State Attacks
Comprehensive Sexuality Education

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