In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Kim, host of the podcast Hush! We talk about sex, being pretty vanilla, our fantasies and what holds us back from experiencing them. About KimKim is the host of Hush! a podcast that talks about sex, dating and relationships. Like myself, Kim is a bit of a vanilla who is curious about sex and the different lifestyles out there. She has interviewed sex workers, dating app founders, porn stars, couples in the swinging lifestyle and more.In this episode Kim and I chat about the curiosity we have around sex and discuss some of the things that hold us back from trying out new sexy lifestyles. We also talk about how talking about sex can be so hard!!If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes!Resources:Check out Hush! the podcast:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyCheck out the website www.thehushpodcast.comYou can follow Hush! over on social media:Instagram: @hushpodcast69Twitter: @hushpodcast69Facebook: @hushpodcast69

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In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Bailee Noella. Bailee just released a book of poetry, Bathtub in Flames. She explains how her poetry was a way to help her heal the trauma she suffered due to sexual abuse.*Trigger Warning* - Bailee and I do touch on the sexual abuse that she went through as a child. If you suffered abuse, you may wish to skip this episode. If you need support, please scroll down for some resources. About BaileeBailee Noella is a poet who writes for personal catharsis and to help others feel less alone. Drawing inspiration from poets like Charles Bukowski and Alex Dimitrov, Bailee seeks to remove the stigma from mental illness through her work. It is for this same reason that she founded the streetwear brand cyno apparel, which features designs that raise awareness of mental health issues. Bailee also works as an editor, book marketer, freelance writer, and fashion stylist.When she’s not writing or coordinating outfits, you may find Bailee buying things she doesn’t need, researching skin care, or doodling on napkins. If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes! Resources:Purchase Bailee's book of poetry "Bathtub in Flames" on Amazon:Bathtub in Flames on Amazon.comBathtub in Flames on Amazon.caYou can follow Bailee over on social media:Instagram: @baileenoellaTwitter: @baileenoellaMake sure to check out her apparel brand Cyno Apparel:www.cynoapparel.comOther Resources:If you have suffered from sexual abuse and need help, I would recommend working with a professional. Here is just a small list of resources that might help.CAHM - Centre for Addiction and Mental Health document on trauma with a list of Counselling and Support Services Government of Canada - Sexual Abuse Counselling: A Guide for Parents and Children American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy: Childhood Sexual Abuse

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In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Tarot Reader + Pop Culture Witch Lindsay Braynen. Lindsay educates me on how witchcraft has influenced pop culture and vice versa; how it’s largely a feminist movement; and how colonialism tried to destroy the spiritual practices of black and indigenous cultures. About Lindsay:Lindsay [she/her] is the Card-Reader + Star-Gazer behind DarkLake Tarot, where she combines her intuition, love of storytelling, and esoteric studies to encourage her clients to ‘Rediscover The Divine On Your Own Terms’ via tarot + astrology readings.  As a pop-culture witch she also alchemizes those studies with her interest in the persevering and transformative powers of Fandom, which she explores in her podcast ‘Hey Magical Girl!’. An immigrant from The Bahamas, Lindsay recognizes that she operates on the stolen territories of Turtle Island known as ‘Vancouver, Canada’, and devotes all her practices to the decolonization and liberation of Black Diasporic + Indigenous Peoples. Resources:You can follow Lindsay over on her website + social media:www.darklaketarot.comTune into her podcast at: www.heymagicgirl.comSocial Media:Dark Lake Tarot:Instagram: @DarkLakeTarotFacebook: @DarkLakeTarotTwitter: @DarkLakeTarotHey Magical Girl:Twitter: @HeyMagicalGirl Other Resources:The Missing Witches Podcast

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Can you sync your cycle with your business?Yes you can! In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Alyx Coble-Frakes, co-founder of The Agenda. Early in Alyx’s health coaching career it became obvious to her that her desire to do certain tasks varied based on where she was at in her menstrual cycle.  About AlyxAlyx is the co-founder of The Agenda. Early in Alyx’s health coaching career it became obvious to her that her desire to do certain tasks varied based on where she was at in her menstrual cycle. Detailed observation revealed that sales calls that happened when she was ovulating had higher conversion rates. Both Alyx and her co-founder Sunny realized that when people have a deeper understanding of their natural hormonal fluctuations they can use them to their advantage and see amazing results in their lives and in their business. The Agenda. was born! After a successful kickstarter campaign, they designed and launched a physical planner. However what came up most frequently was the desire for an app. A year later they launched another kickstarter and are currently hard at work on The Agenda. app. Resources:You can follow Alyx and The Agenda. over on their website + social media:www.theagendaperiod.com Social Media:Instagram: @theagendaperiodTwitter: @TheAgendaPeriodFacebook @theagendaperiod Other Resources:Books:Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Tony Weschler, MPHThe Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycle and Optimize Your Fertility by Lisa Hendrickson-JackPeriod Repair Manual: Natural Treatment for Better Hormones and Better Periods by Lara Briden, NDWebsites:The Menstrual Health HubRed SchoolKate CodringtonRed Tent Directory

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How hard is it to rebuild your community after immigrating to another country?In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Mo! Sibyl is a Nigerian-born, US-educated, Korean speaking, struggling intellectual. Mo! moved to the US nine years ago to pursue the next steps in her education and career. In this episode, she shares a few of the lessons that she learned when she immigrated.Mo! also hosts The More Sibyl Podcast. A podcast about culture and cultural nomads designed for Blacks and Asians and those who love them!Resources:You can follow Mo! over on her website + social media:mosibyl.comMake sure to subscribe to The More Sibyl Podcast over on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!Instagram: @mosibyl and @themoresibylpodcast Toastmasters: www.toastmasters.org

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What is trauma exactly? And how do we cope with it?In this episode of Uncomfortable, I chat with Joyous D. Williams, a mental health professional, art therapist, and coach. We discuss trauma, the different ways to cope, and dealing with family estrangement.  About JoyousJoyous D. Williams is a Mental Health Professional serving the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. She is a nationally board-certified Art Therapist, specializing in brain-based, trauma-informed care. She’s also a coach studied in “Transformative Presence” and has lived experience changing the very fabric of her own life. Personally, Joy is also a Growth-Oriented Mama of 1, a Life Partner, a Dog Mom to 3 unruly beasts and a voracious reader.Please note that there is some adult language in this episode so pop on those headphones! If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes! ResourcesYou can follow Joyous over on her website + social media:everywomxn.comJoy’s mailing list/Free Coaching Download: coach.everywomxn.com Instagram: @recreatingdawn and @traumaclearingbadass. Other Resources:Article about ACEs – https://developingchild.harvard.edu/media-coverage/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean/    CDC ACEs website – https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/acestudy/about.html Loveland Foundation – https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Open Path Psychotherapy Collective – https://openpathcollective.org/ Coping Skill Printable Resource – http://www.indigodaya.com/resources/  If you are dealing with trauma and need help immediately then know that you can always call the Crisis Canada Hotline at 1.833.456.4566. They have amazing trained volunteers available 24/7. For more information visit their website www.crisisservicescanada.ca. If you are having suicidal thoughts then please contact 1–800-SUICIDE.The LifeLine Canada Foundation also has a list of Canadian, USA and international crisis centres. Click here for a list for a list of Suicide Crisis Hotlines in other countries.

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How can you stay true to yourself, so you can call in the right relationship?In this episode of Uncomfortable, Deb chats with Self Care & Self Love Advocate Andrea Hill on calling yourself out on your own bullshit. Andrea explains how working on YOU by calling yourself out on your own bullshit, will allow you to feel more empowered, helping you to find a relationship that aligns with your true self.About Our Guest:Andrea Hill is a bullshit disturber, blindspot revealer, and love seeking missile. She guides you in doing the work required to have the love you desire.You might recognize Andrea from the very first podcast episode where I chatted with her and Jill Prescott about love, sex and relationships – and what a great conversation it was. In this episode Andrea and I talk about calling yourself out on your own bullshit. Please note that there is some adult language in this episode so pop on those headphones!If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes!You can also watch the video of our interview over on YouTube by clicking here.Resources:You can follow Andrea over on her website + social media:www.andreahill.loveFind our more about Andrea’s “I Call Bullshit” program by clicking here.Instagram: @_andreahill_

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What is the difference between an "exclusive companion" and "sex work"? In what ways to do those who work in the sex industry keep themselves as safe as possible? In this episode of Uncomfortable, Deb chats with Amy Taylor, model and exclusive companion who answers the above questions. Amy also talks about her experience of dealing with haters on and offline and explains the pros and cons of legalizing the sex industry.About Amy:Amy Taylor is the an exclusive companion based in the United States.  She is an MBA, a commercial pilot, a several-time cover model on Playboy, Maxim, FHM, L’Officiel, and inside Esquire, GQ, and Sports Illustrated.  When she's not in front of the camera, she’s enjoying the sunny skies flying, keeping fit at her gym in Los Angeles, or at the beach playing with her dog.  Please note that there is some adult language in this episode so pop on those headphones!If you enjoyed our conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes!Resources:You can follow Amy over on her website + social media:www.amytaylor.comInstagram: @AmyTaylorLA Twitter: @amytaylor1 Facebook: @AmyTaylorinLA If you are a sex worker looking for help out of an abusive environment, please contactwww.SWOPUSA.org (in the USA)Or one of the organizations listed here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sex_worker_organizations

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What does “Gender Identity” mean? And how could the decision to go through gender affirming surgery impact a relationship?In this episode of Uncomfortable, Deb chats with Vancouver’s favourite queer podcasters Sara & Chloe about Sara’s decision to go through gender affirming surgery. Sara talks us through their decision and why the surgery is important to them. And Chloe tells us how she felt when Sara shared this decision with her.   About Chloe & Sarah:Chloe is a queer, disabled feminist. She has worked in the non-profit sector for most of her adult life. In her free time, she produces and co-hosts the independent podcast Warriors, Bards N’ Brews with her spouse, Sara. The podcast was born of their mutual love of Xena: Warrior Princess and queer media in general (and their inability to stop talking about it). She is also a cohost of Feminist Killjoys: A Music Podcast  with Sara. She also enjoys photography, being a cat mom, and craft beer. Sara is a grad school escapee who still studies pop culture and gender theory for fun. When not at work in the nonprofit sector and being a part-time beer wrangler, they cohost Warriors Bards ‘n Brews (A Xena Podcast) with their wife and homicidal housecat, and also cohost Feminist Killjoys: A Music Podcast. They also spend a lot of time yelling about queer things on the internet.    Resources:Make sure to check out Sara & Chloe’s podcasts:Warriors, Bards ‘n’ BrewsFeminist KilljoysFollow them over on social media:Instagram @wwb_podcast and @fkjpodTwitter @wwb_podcast and @killjoyspodOther Resources:Trans Care BC

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How can parents help prevent sexual abuse happening to their kids? In this episode, Deb chats with Sexual Health Educator, Amy Lang. Amy helps educate parents and professionals about sexual abuse prevention by preparing them to have conversations about sex with children from a young age. About AmyA sexual health educator for over 20 years, Amy Lang, MA helps parents of all beliefs talk with kids of any age about the birds and the bees. She also works with youth serving organizations and provides childhood sexuality and sexual abuse prevention training. Amy’s lively, engaging and down-to-earth style makes these uncomfortable topics easier to handle. Her professional clients include the US Air Force Youth and Family Services, Boys and Girls Clubs and numerous early childhood conferences and organizations. Amy’s talks, books, online solution center and podcast helps parents learn how to talk to their kids about this important and awkward part of life. Amy is still married to her first husband and they are getting the hang of parenting their teenage son. She lives in Seattle, WA. You can learn more about Amy and her work at BirdsAndBeesAndKids.comIf you enjoyed our intimate conversation then feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of this page or rate us highly over on iTunes! Resources:Find out more about Amy and her work by checking out her website, podcast and following her on social media:Website: www.birdsandbeesandkids.comPodcast: Just Say This!Phone in to ask a question: 1-206-926-1522Facebook: @birdsbeeskidsTwitter: @birdsandbeesBooks we mentioned:C is for Consent by Eleanor MorrisonIt’s My Body: A Book to Teach Young Children How to Resist Uncomfortable Touch by Lory FreemanI Can Play it Safe by Alison FeighGood Pictures, Bad Pictures: Porn-proofing Today’s Young Kids by Kirsten A. JensonIt’s So Amazing! A Book About Eggs, Sperm, Birth, Babies and Families by Robie H. HarrisOther resources:MeetCircle.com – Parental Control for DevicesProtectYoungMinds.orgRainn.orgStopItNow.orgSavvyParentsSafeKids.com

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