SOBER SEX

Brooke Herr is a multi-talented education, healer and holder of space for ceremony, including but not limited to: grief work, tarot, somatic & energy work.  Brooke draws inspiration from reserves as vast and profound as witchcraft, ancestor work, art practices and consent and coaching frameworks.  It is a pleasure and a privilege to welcome Brooke to Sober Sex today.  

at https://www.instagram.com/veils.veils.veils/

or sign up for the four week 'Grief with Brooke' course at:

https://consentwizardry.com/grief-with-brooke

Meet Sharlene Durfey Francois, a creative force who seamlessly weaves art and human connection into the fabric of her life. Sharlene's multi-faceted portfolio reflects her passion, creativity and talent across many artistic media, including photography, fashion, lighting, graphic design and illustration. 

In creating the Intimacy Cards, Sharlene’s skill as a connector truly sets this project apart from her others. They are a testament to her deep understanding of the intricate threads that bind people together. These cards focus on three essential types of intimacy - Emotional, Physical, and Energetic - which Sharlene believes are the cornerstones of building truly meaningful connections. By gamifying intimacy and not focusing on the over-sexualized definition of the word, she makes connecting with others easy and accessible. Giving everyone, not just couples, an opportunity to make meaningful connections.

In the ever-expanding portfolio of her relationships, Sharlene is a self-proclaimed "relationship anarchist." Her love for friends is boundless. Her superpower lies in her ability to foster connections between her friends, creating a network of intertwined lives where bonds flourish. 

Sharlene Durfey Francois is not merely an artist and connector; she is a living embodiment of the beauty that lies at the intersection of creativity and human interaction. With every new interaction and every bond she nurtures, she inspires us all to explore the profound art of embracing the richness of connections and the endless possibilities of creative expression.

Pitch into the kickstarter!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/intimacycards/intimacy-cards?ref=9937lk

Check out the instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/intimacycards

Brianna Hammerman is a psychotherapist based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.  She is also an old friend, a shameless horse girl and Co-host  of ‘Unbridled Therapists’ podcast.  I am thrilled to welcome her to the show today!

Tatiana Oliveira Simonian has worn many hats: musician, music journalist, big deal marketing executive and holistic career coach and consultant, Tatiana is also a spiritual warrior with long term sobriety and a dear old friend.  I’m so happy to talk to her on today’s episode of Sober Sex! 

You can find more about Tatiana and her work at https://www.tatianasimonian.com/

Tawny Lara is an NYC based millennial also known as ‘The Sober Sexpert’.  Her book, ‘Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating and Hooking Up Without Booze’ comes out September 19, 2023. 

If you like what she has to say, buy her book here!

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/730665/dry-humping-by-tawny-lara/

Rae McDaniel is a non-binary therapist, certified sex therapist, transgender diversity and inclusion educator, speaker and author of ‘Gender Magic’.  They are the founder and CEO of Practical Audacity, a gender and sex therapy practice based in Chicago, and an international advocate for gender freedom.  We are thrilled to welcome Rae to the show today. 

You can find more about Rae and their awesome work at https://www.gendermagic.com/ and https://rae-mcdaniel.com/

Jessi Kneeland is a queer + nonbinary writer, speaker and body neutrality coach.  On June 6th, their book ‘Body Neutral, A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues’ was published.  This is Jessi’s second time on Sober Sex and we are so happy to welcome them back.  

Tamsin Embleton is an attachment based psychotherapist and the director of the Music Industry Therapist’s Collective (MITC).  She has worked as a music promoter, tour manager and artist manager for ten years prior to shifting her focus to therapy, and she has recently published ‘ Touring and Mental Health: the Music Industry Manual’.  It is a delight to welcome Tamsin to chat with us on Sober Sex!

Meenadchi has over 10 years of experience in trauma and crisis stabilization.  She is the author of ‘Decolonizing Nonviolent Communication’ and is a family constellation therapist, working to help clients release intergenerational baggage and discover (or rediscover) a sense of purpose, sovereignty and motivation for doing good work in the world.  I am delighted to welcome Meenadchi to Sober Sex.  

Apologies for the recent delay in new episodes, we have a ton of great stuff coming your way and this episode sets a tone for great interviews to come. Thanks for your patience, please SHARE IT WITH YOUR FRIENDS, rate, review, subscribe, follow, whatever. This is a labor of love and your support is incredibly meaningful.

Michael Marcus is a person whose recovery I have admired for many years.  He published a book about his (mis)adventures in addiction, sexuality, deceit and depravity called ‘#1 Son and Other Stories’ in 2017 and his powerful literary voice and miraculous ability to survive and evolve make him an absolutely thrilling guest to welcome to Sober Sex.  This episode is a truly wild ride, and contains some vague mentions of childhood sexual abuse and violence. If you don't feel up to listening to those topics today, maybe choose a different episode.

You can find more about Mike and his work at @dead_western_mind on instagram or buy his book at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089FR1ZTN/ref=x_gr_bb_kindle?caller=Goodreads&tag=x_gr_bb_kindle-20