Was That Good For You?

This week, writer and polyamory ethical non-monogamy resource Gabrielle Smith joins me to discuss how to navigate opening a relationship to polyamory and/or ethical non-monogamy and how to set appropriate boundaries to ensure success in your relationship. We chat about the issues that don't allow people to comprehend opening a relationship, including insecurity and pressure, and why we're conditioned societally to think that jealousy is just a part of being with someone.

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This week, I had author and certified witch Gabriela Herstik on to discuss Sex Magick (not to be confused with "magic") and how sexual energy is crucial in her work. We also explore how Magick can work for everyone in their everyday lives, no matter what your background or what you believe in, and how to use your energies to find love and success.

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This week, I'm joined by author and host of "The Sex Ed" Podcast, Liz Goldwyn to discuss how there is no such thing as a late bloomer, the many short-comings of modern sex education, and why most of the concepts around virginity are just social constructs. Plus, Liz answers some listener-submitted questions, including how to explore new avenues of sex with your partner & whether you should sleep with your ex (spoiler alert: you probably shouldn't).

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This week, I chat with musician Ryan Scott Graham, a member of State Champs (and Gabby's boyfriend)! We talk about why people fall for musicians, what that does to their egos and personalities, and Ryan's personal experiences on how his life completely changed when he became a musician, including how being left on read was a thing of the past.

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This week, I had actress, musician and OnlyFans creator Erika Heidewald on to discuss the recent takeover of OnlyFans by millionaire celebrities (Bella Thorne, Cardi B) and why they're attempt to help is actually harming sex workers and adding to the stigma. Erika and I also discuss how just because Erika has an OnlyFans, that doesn't mean she, or any sex worker, is less deserving of love and meaningful relationships.

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This week, I had journalist and author of two sex & cannabis books, "The Little Book of CBD for Self-Care" & "Finding Your Higher Self: Your Guide to Cannabis for Self-Care", Sophie Saint Thomas in the studio. We discuss the many benefits of introducing weed into your sexual relationships, including anal and vaginal suppositories, enhancing your orgasms, and reducing pain during sex. She also give tips on how to introduce pot to others who might be nervous about it, and we explore the stigmas against people who use marijuana for medical reasons versus recreational uses, and why both should be generally de-stigmatized.

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This week, I'm joined by my friend Morgan Grimes who was married (and divorced) at a young age. She discusses how people, both older relatives and peers, viewed her own marriage and divorce and explains why it's not much different than people getting together and breaking up. We also discuss the stigma behind multiple marriages and how it's time we rethink these prejudices.

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This week, I had the lovely Shani Long on to discuss the double standards when it comes to owning your sexuality. We discuss the Madonna-Whore Dichotomy and how Kim Kardashian's status and perceptions made people ignore the fact that her sex tape was nothing more than revenge porn.

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This week, I'm joined by Astrologer Colin Bedell AKA QueerCosmos to discuss how no two signs are ever incompatible when it comes to relationships, sometimes you just need to work on yourself first. Colin also brings astrology into the 21st century by explaining how gender and sexuality shouldn't factor into your readings and how only finding "compatible" signs could actually land you in a terrible relationship.

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