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Bad in Bed: The Queer Sex Podcast is a sex-positive podcast hosted by sex educators and journalists Bobby Box (he/him) and Gabrielle Kassel (she/her). Every week, the two tackle a topic near and dear to their hearts and loins, sharing their (s)experiences and chatting with industry experts. From sex toys, strap-on sex, and fisting, to sexual identity, painful sex, and loose g******s, Bad in Bed is the (queer) sex ed you never had, but always wanted and deserved!

Gabrielle Kassel and Bobby Box


    • Jan 10, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Bad in Bed

    Kink with Lina Dune (@AskASub)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 49:06


    In the season two finale, Gabrielle (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) talk boundaries before being joined by Lina Dune, the brilliant and elusive educator behind the massively popular online persona Ask A Sub. The three discuss how to communicate your kinks, what dom/sub space feels like and delve into Dune's relationship as a 24/7 collared sub.

    Queering Sex Toys with Kristen Tribby

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 36:13


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) begging the episode with an honest chat about anxious attachment theory regarding bisexuality before being joined by Kristen Tribby, the Head of Global Marketing at Fun Factory, about the ever-evolving world of sex toys. They discuss why people should adopt a non-linear mindset regarding sex, the hottest sex toy trends during the pandemic, and queering sex toys for all orientations and gender identities.

    Geography and Queerness With Kai Werder and Vivian McCall

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) invite sex educator Kai Werder and senior producer of the Bad in Bed podcast Vivian McCall for a roundtable talk on how location impacts queerness and hookup culture. They discuss whether queers are sluttier in the city, what it's like navigating queerness in a rural town, and much, much more.

    Sex and Drag with Tynomi Banks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 41:21


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) talk about the queer tradition of friends pre-approving nudes before chatting with legendary drag performer Tynomi Banks (@tynomibanks) about sex in drag, what it's like navigating dating apps as a gay celebrity, and whether Tynomi feels sexiest in or out of drag.

    Purity Culture with Erica Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 42:37


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) open the episode with a frank discussion about taking nudes before inviting sex educator and the creator of the Purity Culture Dropout Program Erica Smith to talk about the adverse effects of growing up with purity culture, how it specifically effects queer people, as well as advice on how to identify and unlearn its harmful messaging.

    The "Top Shortage" with Tuck Malloy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 42:41


    In this week's episode, Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) discuss their rub with Tik Tok before bringing on holistic sex educator Tuck Malloy in a roundtable talk about the notorious top shortage in the queer community.Produced by Vivian McCall (@pansyisgay), this episode is sponsored by Fun Factory (@funfactory). Music from Hot Machine, a project from Philadelphia musicians Star Moles and Rubber Band Gun.

    Sex and Cannabis with Ashley Manta

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 38:43


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) will be chatting with award-winning sex and relationship coach and cannasexual Ashley Manta on cannabis and sex. They talk the best strains for sex, the magic of THC and CBD suppositories and weather CBD is the miracle it's marketed as, or just glorified snake oil.

    Fat Sex with Megan Ms. Giggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 33:09


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) kickoff episode three with a conversation on body image before chatting with Megan MsGiggles about a topic that isn't talked about nearly enough: Fat sex. The conversation covers body shaming and fatphobia, how society is keeping people from pursuing fat partners and when a sexual interest in fat people borders on fetishization.Produced by Vivian McCall (@pansyisgay). Music is by Hot Machine, a collaboration between Philadelphia musicians Star Moles and Rubber Band Gun.

    Threesomes with Luna Matatas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 40:38


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) start off this episode by shooting the shit about what hooking up and dating looks and feels like right now. Afterwards, they bring on sex educator Luna Mutatas to talk about all things threesomes. Including: Why you might want to have one, where to find a third (or two other willing participants), and how to make the sexperience as pleasurable as possible.This episode is produced by Vivian McCall (@pansyisgay) and sponsored by Fun Factory (@funfactoryusa). Our theme music by Hot Machine, a project from Philadelphia muscians Rubber Band Gun (@kbasko) and Star Moles (@emilystarmoles).

    Being Non-Binary

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 33:55


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) launch season two with a BANG, sharing their experiences at sex parties followed by a fun and fascinating interview with gender and sexuality educator James Rose (@jamesissmiling) on being non-binary, figuring out pronouns, “passing”, androgyny, unlearning the gender binary and so much more!Production by Vivian McCall (@pansyisgay)

    An exciting update!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 16:51


    Gabby (@gabriellekassel) and Bobby (@bybobbybox) kickoff season two discussing life changes since season one, which unfolds into a larger discussion of how each navigated their second adolescences after coming out. Stay tuned for a special season two announcement!

    Sexual Astrology W/ Queer Cosmos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 31:40


    In this week's episode, Gabby and Bobby chat with queer astrologist and author Colin Bedell (Queer Cosmos) about their individual charts, why astrology is so appealing to the community, how to determine sexual compatibility among the signs and why Bobby can't resist a Scorpio.

    Gender 101 W/ Clark Hamel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 26:42


    In this week's episode, Gabby and Bobby chat with gender and sexuality educator Clark Hamel about the difference between sex and gender, gender dysphoria and euphoria, the medicalization of trans bodies, the complicated narrative around passing, and more!

    Disabled Sex W/ Andrew Gurza

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 32:05


    Gabby and Bobby chat with Toronto-based disability consultant Andrew Gurza about ableism in the queer community, why sex work should be decriminalized, and accessible sex toys.

    Painful Sex W/ Dr. Uchenna Ossai

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 37:55


    Bobby and Gabby talk with the Texas-based pelvic floor therapist Uchenna Ossai about how to manage pain and increase pleasure during sex.

    Non-monogamy W/ Rachel Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 40:07


    On this week's episode, Bobby and Gabby are joined by sex educator and therapist, Rachel Wright to talk about all things non-monogamy! They talk about how to introduce the idea of non-monogamy to your current boo, drop tips for managing multiple partner's needs and time constraints, and debunk jealousy. (Spoiler alert: Yes, there are orgies).

    Dating apps W/ Vivian McCall

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 33:56


    Bobby and Gabby talk are joined by Bad in Bed Producer Vivian McCall for a round table chat about their individual dating app experiences. They'll talk about the validating power of online dating as well as its many downsides. If you have an opinion on Disney adults, you'll want to tune in.

    Inside Our Sex Toy Drawers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 30:45


    Bobby and Gabby discuss how to differentiate which materials are and aren't body-safe and share personal faves. If you're curious about sex toys and how to care for them, this episode is a can't-miss.

    Strap-On Sex, Pegging, and Dildos W/ Searah Deysach

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 39:25


    Description: Bobby, Gabrielle and Searah Deysach, founder and owner of Early to Bed, Chicago's first woman-owned sex shop, chat about the different types of strap-on harnesses, what to look for when shopping for strap-on equipment and how people with penises can benefit from wearing (or getted pegged by) strap-on dildos.

    All Things Anal W/ Dr. Evan Goldstein

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 35:45


    Bobby, Gabrielle and Dr. Evan Goldstein, CEO of Bespoke Surgical and co-founder of Future Method, discuss proper douching methods, navigating anal sex with IBS and how to tend to (and avoid) fissures.

    Bisexuality W/ Gab Alexa Noel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 42:08


    Bobby, Gabrielle, and bicon (that's bisexual icon) Gabrielle Alexa Noel, founder of shop Bi Girls Club, and author of “How To Live With The Internet and Not Let It Ruin Your Life” talk about coming out, bisexuality, and inhibiting multiple sexual identities.

    Meet Your Hosts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 28:03


    Bobby and Gabrielle ask each other probing sexual questions so you can get to know them on an intimate level.

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