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  • Episode 7 - What is Squirting. And how to approach the conversation about opening up a relationship

    On this week's episode Jax delves into the nitty gritty of what squirting is? What is the liquid? How does it work? Can everyone with a vulva do it? 

    And a listener asks about opening up her sexless long term monogamous relationship. How do you start difficult conversations? 

    If you have a question for the podcast, head to https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question 

    Please follow the show on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thornyissues/

    If you'd like to show Jax some monetary support you can buy her a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thornyissues

    24 min
  • Episode 6 - Intro to Sex Toys with the owner of Esmerlda ESO ES toys

    We have our first guest! 

    This week we hear a question from a listener who is mystified and overwhelmed by the world of sex toys and does not know where to start with the purchase of her first toy. Jax turns to Bee, the founder of Esmerelda ESO ES; A company that makes high quality sex toys in amazing vibrant colours and innovative designs. There was nobody better to help answer the question and demystify the world of toys and self pleasure. 

    We talk variety of toys, cleaning, lube, storage, what to expect when the toy arrives...The list goes on! 

    If you'd like to submit a question for a future episode you can do so at this link
    https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question

    Follow the show on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thornyissues/

    For more information on Esmerlelda ESO ES you can visit the site https://esoestoys.com/ or follow them on instagram https://www.instagram.com/esoestoys/

    32 min
  • Episode 5 - How to stay hard using condoms, do other women find penetration unfulfilling, and Jax chats about what good sex means to her

    On Episode 5, Jax tells you what she thinks good sex is. 

    Only 30% of women can have an orgasm through penetration alone, yet so many feel ashamed about this. The first question today looks into this topic and how outercourse can be so much more stimulating for vulva havers than intercourse.

    In the second question a newly single chap is struggling to stay hard when using a condom. Jax chats about retraining a penis after years of not wearing condoms. 

    If you are enjoying the podcast please consider buying me a coffee at the link below. You support means the world to me. https://ko-fi.com/thornyissues

    You can submit your thoughts or questions to the podcast here
    https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question

    And follow the show on instagram for all the latest and greatest information 
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    24 min
  • Episode 4 - How to Initiate sex & can you un-open a relationship?

    On this week's show Jax discusses how to be more confident in initiating sex with your partner. What are the small things we can do to show our partner we are keen to help get over the embarrasemnet and vulnerability of saying we want it. 

    The second question deals with a couple who have opened their relationship up but jealousy and pain is making one partner think this was a bad idea. How can they move forward in a healthy, happy and loving way? 

    If you have a question for Jax you can submit it at thornyissues.ca 

    And follow the show on instagram @thornyissues - for all the latest conversations and updates of the show. 

    23 min
  • Episode 3 - Asking for oral sex, defining sexual orientations and would you go on vacation with your ex?

    On this weeks episode Jax answers a question from a woman whose boyfriend won't give her oral sex even though she has asked for it. We look at shame and fear around sex education and how sex is something we learn to be great at, we aren't born that way. 

    Also, a question around demi sexuality and sapio sexuality. 

    And finally - would you go on vacation with your ex boyfriend after only 3 months of being broken up? 

    Listen to Jax's opinion here. 

    If you like the podcast you can follow @thornyissues on instagram

    If you have a question you would like to submit to the show, you will find all the information at the link below. 
    https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question

    28 min
  • Episode 2 - Pets in the Bedroom and Dating with intentions

    On this week's episode Jax answers questions on how to be able to have a healthy fulfilling sex life whilst dating without coming off as an asshole. Also, how would you have a conversation with your new partner about their dog sleeping in the bed with you? Listen to Jax's opinion here.

    If you like the podcast you can follow on instagram @thornyissues

    If you have a question you would like to submit you will find all the information at the link below. 
    https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question

    24 min
  • Episode 1 - ENM Etiquette, Long Distance Relationships and Period Sex

    On this week's episode I look at how to date someone who is already in an Ethical Non Monogamous (ENM) relationship, how to keep a Long Distance Relationship spicy when the distance kicks in and you haven't seen each other for a while, and how to talk to your partner about your needs during period sex. 

    For more information on the podcast please go to thornyissues.ca or follow the pod @thornyissues 

    Submit your questions at the link below
    https://www.thornyissues.ca/submit-your-question

    24 min
  • Thorny Issues - New podcast Coming Soon

    Welcome to the Thorny Issues Podcast Trailer

    A podcast with the  goal to help you release any shame, or inhibitions you might have so you can have the most satisfying, pleasurable sex life possible. Because we all deserve that. 

    Have a fantasy you want to explore but don’t know where to start? Ask me. Struggling to communicate how your body is feeling with your partner? I’m here. Feel embarrassed about a certain link or proclivatiy you have in the bedroom. Let’s chat about it. You won’t be the first to have thought these things. Let’s normallse feeling great about the sex we are having.   

    I want to hear from you. Send me your questions. You can do that through the website thornyissues.ca. there’s a nifty little button you can anonymously record your question. And if that feels too much, there is a form you can type one out too. 

    If this sounds like your kind of thing. Please subscribe to this feed. That way, each thursday a new episode will pop into your podcast app of choice. Follow me on instagram @thorny issues for all the latest info about the show 

    Come join me down this fun, sexy, empowering pathway 

    2 min

About Thorny Issues

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A podcast answering uncomfortable questions about sex and intimacy that we all have but can be too scared to ask.

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Those prickly, thorny, juicy questions you are super intrigued to…