In this episode, Hazel talks about how working at Erotique is a unique experience, characterized by a nurturing and community-oriented environment, diverse hiring practices, and a focus on self-expression and personal investment. She tells us about how the day-to-day work involves customer interactions and product management, as well as personal contributions to the store. She lauds how the team at Erotique is close-knit and supportive, creating a sense of belonging and camaraderie.

Takeaways

• Nurturing and community-oriented work environment
• Diverse hiring practices and self-expression
• Close-knit and supportive team

Chapters

• 00:00 The Nurturing Work Environment
• 02:29 Diverse Hiring Practices
• 04:13 Day-to-Day Work and Personal Contributions
• 07:00 Close-Knit and Supportive Team

Links

Erotique Website

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The conversation explores the complex interplay between capitalism and sexuality, delving into the multifaceted impact of capitalism on sexual identity, expression, and behavior. It highlights the interconnectedness of capitalism and sexuality, shedding light on the tension, negotiation, and consent within this relationship.

Takeaways

• Impact of capitalism on sexuality
• Sexuality and capitalism are deeply interconnected

Chapters

• 00:00 The Interplay of Capitalism and Sexuality

Links

Sexuality and Capitalism By Adriana Zaharijević

After Capitalism: On the persistence of sex work By Oyster

capitalism is ruining your sex life By Zee

a vocabulary for understanding how capitalism shapes your life: for anti-capitalist baddies, cultural workers and weirdos + a glossary of terms, concepts, and critiques for naming the system By Eunnuri (은누리) Lee

Without Obedient, Insecure Women, the American Economy Collapses: But powerful men know this already, don’t they? By Maria Cassano

The Sexual Anthropologist By Lexci Sterling

Sex work will never be feminist By Kien-ling

The Cost of Casual Sex By Erin Williams

Emotional Labor Is An Ineffective Way To Say “Take Care Of Me” By Dr. Psych Mom

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Music by the incredibly talented Chace McNinch

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Hazel reflects on the concept of propriety and the public's response to conversations about sex and sexuality. She shares her experiences of engaging in open discussions and the positive interactions she has had with strangers, encouraging others to speak more freely, find their power, and be open to the play of it all.

Takeaways

• Navigating and normalizing public conversations about sex
• Encouraging others to find their power and be open to the play of it all

Chapters

• 00:00 Intro and Opening

Links

What's Up Doc? "Propriety"

Caroline • Desire In Real Life

Georgia Grace • Can’t cum, too busy being fucked by the man

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The conversation explores the themes of reconnecting with sensuality and eroticism, as well as an expanded definition of sex. It delves into the exploration of eroticism and desire, highlighting the challenges and rewards of embracing vulnerability and sensuality in a desensitized and overstimulated world.

Takeaways

• Reconnecting with sensuality and eroticism
• Expanded definition of sex

Chapters

• 00:00 Reconnecting with Sensuality
• 04:10 Expanded Definition of Sex
• 06:11 Exploring Eroticism and Desire

Links

• T S Eliot
• Walt Whitman
• Violet Duchamps

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Chace McNinch

Today's special guest is Greg Lam from Future Method! We're talking about butt stuff and Butt Stuff, so get behind it!

The conversation covers the topics of sexual health and wellness; exploration and evolution of personal sexuality; the unique story of Future Method; anal douching along with education and unlearning; normalization of sex and sexual health in public discourse; influencers in sexual health; the importance of foreplay; and communication and aftercare. The discussion delves into the growth of the sex industry, the impacts of education on changing lives, the shift in purity culture, the connection between gut health and butt health, and the importance of relatability in bedside manner.

Takeaways

• Sex and sexual health and wellness are intertwined, and education plays a crucial role in promoting a healthy approach to sexual experiences.
• Stress can impact sexual experiences. Relaxation techniques, communication, and exploration can enhance pleasure and well-being.
• The impact of societal attitudes and cultural norms on sexual education and exploration, and the need for open communication and inclusivity for social health.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and STIMULATE Conference
• 01:16 The Unique Story of Future Method
• 03:15 The Context of Anal Douching
• 04:06 Education and Unlearning
• 05:19 Normalization of Sex and Sexual Health
• 08:15 Influencers in Sexual Health
• 22:19 The Importance of Foreplay and Exploration
• 27:43 Communication and Aftercare
• 27:55 Exploring Sexual Health
• 28:51 Changing Lives Through Education
• 30:35 The Shift in Purity Culture
• 32:44 Gut Health and Butt Health
• 40:51 The Importance of Relatability
• 48:32 Childhood Memories and Pets

Links

Future Method

Butt Seriously

Bespoke Surgical

Awkward Essentials

Oh Hi Collective

STIMULATE

Butter Wellness

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Chace McNinch

The episode discusses the topic of expanding sexuality, exploring kink, and navigating sexual boundaries and consent. It emphasizes the importance of communication, negotiation, and respect in sexual exploration and provides insights into various acronyms used in the kink scene.

Takeaways

• Importance of communication and negotiation in sexual exploration
• Understanding and respecting personal boundaries and consent

Chapters

• 00:00 Expanding Sexuality and Kink Exploration
• 05:27 Navigating Boundaries and Consent
• 09:47 Acronyms and Education in the Kink Scene

Links

Kink and Consent: The Alphabet Soup of Acronyms

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The conversation explores the late-night visits to the sex store, the importance of spicing up self-pleasure, overcoming hesitation to visit the store, the need for adult playgrounds, building community through shared spaces, and encouraging socialization outside of bars.

Takeaways

• Spicing up self-pleasure is important
• Encouraging socialization outside of bars is crucial for building healthy communities.

Chapters

• 00:00 Late Night Visits to the Sex Store
• 01:30 Spicing Up Self-Pleasure
• 02:28 Overcoming Hesitation to Visit the Store
• 04:22 The Need for Adult Playgrounds
• 06:20 Building Community Through Shared Spaces
• 09:45 Encouraging Socialization Outside of Bars

A heartwarming story of an 89-year-old woman who embraced new experiences and encouraged others to do the same. The conversation highlights the importance of embracing change, experiencing a range of emotions, and living life to the fullest.

Takeaways

• Embracing change and new experiences
• Experiencing a range of emotions is important

Chapters

• 00:00 The Magnetic 89-Year-Old
• 03:23 Embracing Novel Experiences
• 05:24 The Importance of Experiencing a Range of Emotions
• 06:25 Living Life to the Fullest

Hey friends.

For various reasons, we were unable to make an episode this week. We're hoping to be back on track next week, once we've all weathered the various storms we're in.

Be well, friends.

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... Would a kilt by any other name not be as breezy?

The story from Miss Kitty's introduces the theme of cultural norms and traditions, and how they impact our choices and behaviors. It also explores the idea of challenging these norms to find more comfortable and meaningful ways of living. The story highlights the importance of self-reflection and curiosity in shaping our perspectives and actions.

Takeaways

• Cultural norms and traditions influence our choices and behaviors
• Challenging norms can lead to more comfortable and meaningful ways of living

Chapters

• 00:00 The Story from Miss Kitty's
• 02:56 Cultural Norms and Traditions
• 05:54 Self-Reflection and Curiosity
• 08:50 Challenging Norms for a Better Life

Links

Brené Brown

Marie Kondo