Sex, Drugs, & Soul offers a space for the curious seekers, the self-healers, and the sensual enthusiasts. Through vulnerable insights, experiences, and conversations, the intention is to empower authentic expression, heal sexual shame, and integrate sexua
“Real power is speaking your desire without being attached to the outcome.”What if the real power isn't getting what you want but having the courage to ask for it?In this episode, Dennis Hull joins to talk about sovereignty, desire, boundaries, rejection, and why attachment to outcome quietly runs so many of our lives. We unpack the philosophy behind tantra play spaces, the difference between safety and sovereignty, and why real community can't be built online alone.This is a conversation about pleasure without performance, asking without expectation, and learning how to stay present even when you hear no.Messy. Honest. Deeply human.Connect with DennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdennishull/Website: https://www.dennishull.com/Support the Pod: $$$ Venmo: @hillbilly-healer PayPal: @KristinBirdwellLLC CashApp: $KristinBirdwellConnect with Kristin:Website - https://www.kristinbirdwell.com/Instagram - http://instagram.com/kristinbirdwell_YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@sexdrugssoulFor all the peptide goodies, join me on Ellie MD.https://elliemd.com/kristinbirdwell Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple ...
"Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness. The salvation, then, is to be found in the body..."What if trauma isn't something to heal or release but something that formed intelligently in response to life?In this episode, I sit down with Will Rezin of Trauma & Somatics for a deep, grounding conversation on trauma, attachment, procrastination, nervous system regulation, and why so many of us never actually feel completion, only “what's next?”This episode isn't about fixing yourself. It's about understanding how you formed and what becomes possible when survival isn't the only goal anymore.
“The longer you stay on the wrong train, the more expensive it is to get home.”In this episode, I sit down with Leola, tantra teacher, bestselling author, and host of Talk Tantra To Me, for a conversation that gently roasts manifestation culture, flirts with devotion, and asks an interesting question: What if desire is how God speaks to us?We explore:- Why your desires are rarely about the thing (sorry)- How control issues are often just trust wounds in a trench coat- The difference between egoic craving and soul-level longing- Why “manifesting harder” might actually be anxiety in lingerie- How surrender doesn't mean giving up — it means giving over- God as lover, leader, and the one who may lovingly wreck your vision board- Why the body is still the most avoided spiritual teacher in the room- And what happens when you stop seducing outcomes and start seducing truth...This episode is for you if..- You're tired of forcing things to happen- You secretly suspect desire isn't the villain- Your vision board needs a gentle exorcism- Or you're ready to trust something wiser than your egoIt's deep. It's funny. It may lovingly call you out. Listen if you're ready to stop begging the universe & start having an honest conversation with it.
In this episode of Sex, Drugs, & Soul, I sit down with Mayra Leen, author, hypnotherapist, and priestess, for a conversation on presence, feminine integration, desire, intuition, and living outside societal structures.Mayra shares her journey from corporate success and burnout into priestess embodiment, her truth about rest versus aliveness, and why presence itself is the portal to everything we want. Together, we explore money as energy, separating work from worth, non-monogamy and creative relationship models, trusting intuition through play, and the danger of turning healing into a never-ending project.This episode is an invitation to claim arrival, not as an endpoint, but as a lived experience of being here, now, and fully alive.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome + What's Alive Right Now01:20 – The Priestess Archetype & Collective Awakening05:05 – Corporate Success, Capricorn Energy, & Burnout09:40 – The Moment Everything Shifted11:30 – Dropping Into the Feminine During COVID13:35 – Feminine ≠ Rest Only: Integration Matters15:40 – Soft Girl Era Myths & Common Mistakes17:25 – Rest vs. Aliveness19:50 – Priestess Weekends & Living Ritual22:10 – Money, Devotion, & Being Paid for Being25:45 – Presence as Medicine28:25 – Trusting Intuition & Self-Leadership36:10 – The “Eight Husbands” Concept42:30 – Non-Monogamy, Depth, & Creative Relationships49:50 – Presence as a Portal57:30 – Feeling Emotions & Clearing the Backlog1:01:00 – Claiming Arrival
“Old keys don't open new doors, and this year asked me to choose new ones.”In this solo episode of Sex, Drugs, & Soul, I reflect on a year that brought me to my knees and opened my heart.I explore what it means to receive an answered prayer, release old patterns, and choose bold faith over familiar intensity. Through stories of organic love, spiritual curiosity, church rediscovery, vulnerability, sacred eroticism, and inner child healing, this episode invites listeners to slow down, get honest, and align with the life they say they want.Topics include... • Letting go of old keys and opening new doors • Slow-burn love vs. intensity • Faith, integrity, and intentional living • Vulnerability vs. exposure • Stillness, safety, and nervous system regulation • Erotic energy as holy and sacred • Play, presence, and inner child healingThis episode is for anyone standing at the threshold of something new, wondering if they're brave enough to receive it.Chapters: 00:00 Reflections on 2025: A Year of Transformation02:55 New Beginnings: Embracing Vulnerability in Relationships05:44 Intentional Living: Setting Goals for the New Year08:31 Faith and Spirituality: A Journey of Self-Discovery11:16 The Power of Vulnerability: Building Deeper Connections13:56 Exploring the Intersection of the Erotic and the Holy17:12 The Role of Stillness in Personal Growth19:33 Embracing Playfulness and Choice in LifeSupport the Pod: $$$ Venmo: @hillbilly-healer PayPal: @KristinBirdwellLLC CashApp: $KristinBirdwellConnect with Kristin:Website - https://www.kristinbirdwell.com/Instagram - http://instagram.com/kristinbirdwell_YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@sexdrugssoulFor all the peptide goodies, join me on Ellie MD.https://elliemd.com/kristinbirdwell Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple ...
“The mask that keeps you from being abandoned is the same one that keeps you from being loved.”This episode is not soft.It's not performative.And it's definitely not comfortable.Licensed therapist C.R. Herro returns for one of the most raw, intellectually honest, and emotionally confronting conversations on Sex, Drugs, & Soul to date.We unpack:Why archetypes and masks feel safe but sabotage intimacyThe uncomfortable truth that sex is not loveHow trauma teaches us to outsource safety, worth, and belongingWhy kindness is strength (and intensity is often a red flag)The fantasy of being rescued & the grief of letting it dieWhat it actually means to become your own heroThis is a conversation about responsibility, embodiment, emotional honesty, and the courage it takes to stop performing and start living.
In this powerful conversation, Spencer Coursen, threat management expert, bestselling author, and host of Coursen's Corner, opens up about the journey from trauma to healing, and what it truly means to “win the war within.”Spencer shares the story behind his darkest moment, the service dog who saved his life, and how plant medicine, CBT, and emotional integration helped him rebuild from the inside out. We explore the difference between instinct and intuition, why women must trust their inner signals, the rise of false confidence in men, how to cultivate authentic masculinity, and what actually keeps us safe in modern life. This episode dives into trauma recovery, psychedelic healing, dating dynamics, emotional intelligence, safety, self-trust, courage, and the work required to grow into the person you're meant to be.Spencer's new book, Winning the War Within, releases June 26, 2026.Connect with Spencer:Website: https://www.spencercoursen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxwzst3QHsORLLRzluNw7s6LW0G_O6HZc The Safety Trap on Amazon: https://www.spencercoursen.com/the-safety-trapConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Alexis and I drop into a conversation that lives in the body first.We talk about leaving the hard grind of the hypermasculine and slipping into a slower, fuller, more feminine way of feeling. She opens up about the night ayahuasca called her in, the decision to remove her IUD after twelve years, and how her libido and emotional depth surged back the moment she started listening to her body again.We get into the 10 second rule that pulls men into deeper honesty, the breath that pulls you out of survival mode, and the kind of softening that makes connection feel hotter, safer, and more true.This is a rich, grounded, sensual dive into desire, self-mastery, nervous system truth, and what happens when you finally let your body lead.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction01:22 - Self-Mastery & Shifting into the Feminine07:18 - Medicine vs. Escape09:42 - Communication Shifts After Softening11:09 - Heard, Helped, or Held?13:45 - Curiosity Over Defensiveness15:30 - Nervous System Regulation Tools20:02 - Polarity & Inspiring Masculine Presence24:30 - Enthusiasm: The Feminine Superpower27:25 - Setting Men Up to Win32:10 - Speaking Desires Clearly34:00 - Rebuilding Trust After Rupture40:10 - Truth-Telling & Emotional Clarity45:20 - Clarity in Dating & Relationships53:02 - Expanding the Capacity to Feel58:16 - Being Human & Remembering Why We're Here01:01:00 - ClosingConnect with Alexis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisquiterioWebsite: https://stan.store/alexisquiterioConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Connect with Todd Smith: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Connect with Todd Smith: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Connect with Todd Smith: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
For the 100th episode, I sit down with Courtney Johnson, a branding expert, author, and former ghostwriter who makes personal branding feel like emotional foreplay, rather than just marketing.We get into the fear of being seen, the cringe, the emotional work behind content creation, and why consistency is the real magic. Courtney shares how an accidental six-gram mushroom trip rewired her life, how psychedelics fuel her creativity, and why microdosing for business sometimes beats any strategy.We talk manifestation versus action, breaking up with the spiritual community, identifying your value above other values, emotional intelligence in the age of AI, and why building a personal brand is basically training your nervous system to be witnessed.Short, spicy, a little feral, and perfect for anyone who wants personal branding advice that actually lands.Timestamps00:00 Celebrating Milestones and Embracing Cringe02:52 The Emotional Journey of Personal Branding06:00 Exploring Psychedelics and Personal Transformation08:58 Breaking Up with the Spiritual Community12:04 Marketing as an Art Form14:53 The Power of Consistency in Podcasting29:51 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies in Content Creation33:04 The Challenges of Writing a Book36:32 Embracing Cringe and Feedback in Growth38:02 Claiming Desires and Overcoming Blocks40:59 The Importance of Structure for Creativity43:35 Being 100% Human: Embracing Flaws and Growth44:02 Shifting Self-Talk and Beliefs for Success50:03 Letting Go of Toxic Relationships52:14 Pursuing Dreams and Making an ImpactConnect with Courtney:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtlynnjohnson/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@courtney..johnsonContent Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
In this episode, I sit down with Lora Cheadle, former attorney turned betrayal recovery coach, somatic therapist, intuitive channel, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal.And this conversation goes everywhere: infidelity, identity collapse, somatic grief, self-abandonment, the gift inside the rupture, spiritual downloads, sacred travel, Egypt codes, plant medicine, and the radical art of rebuilding your truth from the inside out.Lora shares the story of discovering her husband's 15-year, multi-partner affair… and how it became the catalyst for BOTH of them to dismantle old identities, release generational trauma, and rebuild a marriage on truth instead of performance.Timestamps:00:00 – What's turning Lora on in life 01:05 – Expectation vs. desire: how your inner state shapes your reality 03:00 – Lora's transition from attorney → burnout → betrayal coach 04:20 – The moment she discovered a 15-year affair 05:30 – Rebuilding identity after betrayal & staying in the marriage 06:30 – The REAL first steps after discovering infidelity 07:50 – Blame, shame, shock, & why you must stop before you act 08:40 – Self-betrayal, “good girl” conditioning & performance mode 09:40 – Knowing something vs. embodying it 11:55 – Reawakening intuition, somatics, & energy healing13:30 – Did we choose our lessons? The game board of life 14:20 – The Librarians: Lora's channeled guides & Akashic lessons 16:00 – Understanding your soul story like a TV series 17:20 – Co-creating your reality with cosmic free will 19:00 – The gifts inside betrayal (for both partners) 22:00 – Rebuilding authentic relationships without the masks 23:40 – The FLAUNT! Framework (Find your Fetish → Trust your Truth) 26:00 – How to accept unconditionally without sacrificing yourself 27:20 – Navigating the non-linear nature of healing 28:30 – Dark night of the ego vs dark night of the soul 29:30 – How to rebuild self-trust after collapse31:45 – Creating spaciousness to receive guidance 33:00 – Letting yourself evolve + writing in cycles38:40 – Sacred travel: Egypt, Sekhmet, Dendera & receiving codes 40:20 – Mystical experiences + light language activation 43:00 – Plant medicine journeys (San Pedro) & consciousness work 45:00 – Meditation styles for ADHD, anxious, or embodied minds 46:20 – Holding compassion when you've been the betrayer too 47:30 – What is truly “profane”? 48:15 – Life as an experiment + playing with the messinessConnect with Lora: Website - https://loracheadle.com/Download Lora's Betrayal Recovery Guide: betrayalrecoveryguide.comConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
What do you call a pastor who trades Bible verses for breathwork and starts preaching the gospel of pleasure?In this episode, I chat with Anthony Michael, a former pastor turned tantra teacher, community builder, and “minister of pleasure.” Together, we dive into the intersection of religion, sexuality, and sacred embodiment.From his 17 years in ministry to creating tantric play parties and a thriving conscious community in Houston, Anthony shares the radical journey of transforming guilt into grace and discovering how sex can be a prayer and pleasure can be devotion.
In this episode, I am joined by Kayse Gehret to dive into the transformative world of microdosing for healing — from psilocybin's subtle power to its impact on nervous system regulation and emotional resilience. Kaycee opens up about her personal journey using microdosing protocols to move through a seizure disorder.Together, we explore how psilocybin can support those navigating anxiety, grief, and the slow unraveling of trauma.From dream work to community integration, Kayse and I shed light on how healing nervous system dysregulation through microdosing can open the door to deeper intimacy, creativity, and connection with spirit.Whether you're curious, cautious, or already journeying with plant medicine, this conversation invites you to tune into your body's intelligence and the whispers of your soul.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & playing in the dirt 02:30 – Kayse's origin story: from seizures to psychedelics 05:00 – The nervous-system magic of microdosing 07:10 – Beyond psilocybin: Amanita & San Pedro medicine 08:30 – Emotional & spiritual shifts people experience 09:50 – Intuitive vs structured dosing 11:00 – How to begin safely if you're nervous 12:20 – Building the Microdosing for Healing community 14:00 – Intention setting & the frequency of feeling 16:10 – Human Design, energetics & mushroom medicine 19:30 – Integration & dream work 22:30 – Recurring dreams & reconnecting with the wild self 26:00 – Big myths & misunderstandings about microdosing 30:00 – Can microdosing help reduce pharmaceuticals? 31:10 – What people come to heal – from anxiety to fertility to faith 33:00 – Mushrooms & grief as a path to connection beyond death 36:40 – Beautiful client story of ancestral communication 41:40 – Training the next generation of microdosing guides 44:40 – Egypt downloads & divine feminine activations 49:20 – Grief as a gateway to spirit connection 53:00 – Lightning round + final medicine message: Connect with Kayse:Website: https://www.microdosingforhealing.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaysegehret/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
In this episode, Liv Pavlov, dakini, tantric guide, and sensual alchemist, returns for a third round to explore tantric bodywork. We dive into what it means to be a dakini, how trauma and desire manifest in the body, and how presence, breath, and pleasure can become a form of medicine.Liv shares her four-step sensual medicine therapy process, how to expand your capacity to feel, and the truth about the body's innate wisdom to heal through sound, movement, and conscious touch.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcoming back Liv Pavlov: the first three-peat guest 01:24 – What is a Dakini? 03:37 – Tantra defined: weaving together all parts of the self06:02 – The deeper purpose of tantric bodywork beyond the erotic07:28 – How to bring more presence into intimacy08:54 – The power of breath and awareness09:44 – Liv's 4-step Sensual Medicine Therapy method12:06 – Eros as life-force energy: reclaiming your erotic aliveness13:10 – Tantric practices for mothers and busy women15:34 – Mirror work and five-minute sensual practices16:43 – Yoni eggs, postpartum healing, and energetic cleansing18:08 – Trauma and ancestral memory in the body20:23 – How Tantric touch releases tension and stored emotion22:46 – Why the body doesn't need the story to heal24:39 – What to know before receiving Tantric Bodywork26:16 – The naturalness of Tantra and returning to ancient wisdom28:09 – Lightning Round: hips, pleasure, and peaking practices30:19 – How to work with Liv and learn moreConnect with Liv:IG: https://www.instagram.com/livlovetantraWebsite: https://www.oliviapavlov.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Ever felt like you're too much? Too emotional, too intense, too sensitive for this world that keeps telling you to “get over it”? What if your sensitivity is actually your superpower?In this conversation with Todd Smith, we discuss what it's like to feel everything so deeply and how to transform that sensitivity into strength. We explore routines that keep you grounded, what it truly means to take care of yourself, and how to stop losing yourself in the name of love or approval.This episode is for the feelers, the deep thinkers, and the ones who are learning that being sensitive doesn't make you weak. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro9:00 The Origins of High Sensitivity10:48 Pillars of Stress Management for HSPs15:55 Outer Work: Creating Balance in Daily Life22:05 Inner Work: Emotional Awareness and Acceptance27:00 Exploring Triggers and Reactions30:58 Finding Freedom Through Questioning Beliefs39:57 Exploring Consideration in Relationships42:13 Self-Reflection and Personal Responsibility45:13 Understanding People-Pleasing Dynamics50:18 The Connection Between HSPs and People-Pleasing52:00 Navigating Intimacy and ConnectionConnect with Todd: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
This week, Austin-based artist Jon McKenzie is on the pod!We explore how creativity becomes emotional nutrition, the importance of expressing your voice in a noisy world, his thoughts on AI, and how recovery ignited a new level of purpose and dedication to his craft.Timestamps:00:00 — Introduction: From tattoos to artistry & recovery02:00 — How Jon's apprenticeship shaped his creative ethos04:00 — Getting sober in Austin & the turning point that changed everything07:45 — The first commission piece and finding purpose after detox10:30 — Balancing paid work with creative passion12:15 — Art as “emotional nutrition” and creating amidst chaos15:00 — The trap of productivity vs. the call to create from the heart17:00 — The purpose of art: conversation, curiosity, and connection20:00 — When clients see you in your work (even when you don't)22:45 — Anxiety, childhood, and art as an outlet for emotion26:00 — Shifting from realism toward emotional expression28:30 — Revisiting the inner child through art31:00 — Old-school inspiration, vintage ads, & retro aesthetics33:00 — AI & art: tool or threat?38:00 — The optimism we need in a pessimistic world41:00 — Safety, tattoos, and the art of being unapologetically yourself44:00 — Values, courage, and creating what you believe in48:00 — Behind-the-scenes of Jon's next chapter & how to follow his workConnect with Jon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonmckenzie/https://www.instagram.com/varsitywalls/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
A little soulful Sunday, featuring my girl Veronica Kelly, is coming out a day early in case you want to hop into her free event, 'Finally Breaking Free,' which starts on October 13th!What happens when you start choosing and feeding faith over fear?In this heart-opening episode, I sit down with my soul sister Veronica Kelly, a Self-Love and Freedom Master Coach, to explore what it means to trust divine timing, heal your relationship with your body, and walk through the fire (literally) with grace.We talk about receiving signs from spirit, breaking free from perfectionism, and finding safety, acceptance, and love for our bodies after years of judgment, diets, and shame.You'll hear stories of synchronicity, body image healing, and a guided EFT tapping session to help you soften your nervous system and come home to love.Timestamps:00:00 Red Clay Strays, faith, & asking for signs 03:58 Veronica's early encounters with Jesus 09:25 Faith vs. fear: choosing what you feed 12:32 Baptism, fire, & a miracle in Costa Rica 17:26 Leaving Hollywood to follow a divine calling 24:25 Mold, intuition, & moving through fear 33:08 Stonehenge, sacred sisterhood, & implementing rituals 40:23 God in the bedroom 48:42 Guided EFT tapping 55:19 Healing body image & self-acceptance 58:01 Veronica's “Finally Breaking Free” challengeConnect with Veronica:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicaajakelly/Website: finallybreakingfree.com Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
“My relationship is the most important aspect of my life. Everything overflows from that. It is the most tangible way of communing with God & experiencing heaven on earth.” #goalsMen's coach and intimacy guide Jordan Bowditch joins for a playfully sincere, no BS talk on modern masculinity, intentional intimacy, radical honesty, and choosing partnership in today's world.We get into how he and his wife keep passion alive after kids, navigating grief, their monogamish chapter, sex check-ins, and why scheduling intimacy is a game-changer. We also explore masculine/feminine dynamics, the “good enough partner” philosophy, and how faith and mysticism shape our outlook.Jordan shares personal stories, realistic practices, and insights that make this one both grounded, playful, and valuable... great one for anyone navigating love, dating, sex, and commitment in a modern landscape.Timestamps:00:00 – Icebreaker: What's turning Jordan on in life right now02:00 – Fatherhood, aliveness, and marriage expansion03:20 – Monogamish marriage and defining their container07:00 – Weekly relationship check-ins & honest communication10:00 – Scheduling sex and keeping intimacy intentional13:00 – Building a sex dungeon (permission to play
"Where there's horniness, there's healing..." Justin Gottlieb, a sexual freedom coach and tantric facilitator, joins this week for a deep dive into fantasies, tantra, and sexual liberation. We explore...What tantra really is and how it applies to everyday lifeHow fantasies can unlock intimacy and emotional healingWhy fantasies are never random and what they reveal about our desires & healingThe difference between keeping fantasies in the mind vs. bringing them into realityHow to create safe containers for fantasy exploration in relationshipsWhy jealousy is an invitation instead of an enemyThe transformative power of vulnerability, communication, and curiosityWhether you're tantra-curious, exploring your edges, or simply love honest conversations about desire, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and maybe a little turned on.
In this episode of Sex, Drugs, and Soul, Dennis Hull returns for an unfiltered conversation on conscious masculinity, emotional availability, and the power of slowing down. Together, we explore what it means to hold space without fixing, to rest as an act of rebellion, and to trust the sacred rhythm between doing and being.We talk about...- The emotional toll of hyper-independence- The shadow side of polarity & performance- Rest as an act of rebellion in hustle culture- Holding space without trying to fix or rescue- Honor discomfort as a path to deeper pleasure- Why unavailable men feel so addictive- Control, surrender, and how to know when to let goDennis opens up about his transition into stewarding the Naked Soul Society, how he navigates leadership, and what it means to offer presence as a form of protection. We also explore hyper-independence, the wounds that make us magnetic, and how healing is often about learning to sit with what is without over-controlling the situation.This episode is a permission slip to take your hands off the wheel, honor your emotions, and trust your own inner timing. It's also an honest glimpse into the kind of masculinity that doesn't dominate but protects, witnesses, and honors.Timestamps: 00:00 – Tantric Daddy returns & existential crisis is present04:50 – Rest as rebellion and releasing urgency08:00 – The art of thinking as doing & how creativity brews in silence13:00 – Tantra as energy, not just touch: what true co-creation looks like17:00 – Holding space vs. fixing: the masculine lesson Dennis had to unlearn20:30 – Women as storms, thorns, and sacred experiences24:00 – Control, hyper-independence, & unconscious manipulation27:00 – The “idle boat” metaphor for letting life guide you30:00 – Steak, stillness, & knowing when to flip it32:00 – What's turning Dennis on in life 36:00 – Stewarding the Naked Soul Society & honoring Leola's vision40:00 – Shadows, saboteurs, & the real work of integration43:30 – Discomfort as a doorway to pleasure46:00 – Hope, faith, intention, & spiritual cynicism49:00 – ChatGPT as a tool vs. a crutch52:00 – Hyper-independence & the quiet desire to be held55:00 – Why we're drawn to the unavailable (ouch)57:00 – Polarity, men's work, & the difference between dance and game60:00 – Daddy wounds, dating patterns, & rewriting the script63:00 – Grace, epiphanies, and how healing can deepen after death of a loved one66:00 – On collapse, coherence, and seeking truth Connect with DennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdennishull/Website: https://www.dennishull.com/Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
“Your reality is a result of your nervous system and how you see life. Let's shift that and be the doms of our lives.” - KimiThis conversation with Kimi Inch, The Creatrix of Erotic Leadership™, is one I've been dreaming about for over a year. Kimi is a renowned expert with 20+ years of experience in the realm of intimacy, conscious kink, and unlocking your body's untapped erotic energy. Featured on prestigious platforms such as The Oprah Winfrey Network, SXSW, Princeton University, and Nightline, Kimi's goal as a pro-Domme, Somatic Therapist, and Sex-Positive Edu-tainer is to provide a safe and pleasure-filled space for exploring parts of ourselves that we rarely dare to look at.It's been a heavy week, both individually and collectively, and after we wrapped, she thanked me for my vulnerability and said, “The world doesn't need more smart… the world needs more heart.” I invite you to explore, be open to what is possible, and press play to discover how conscious kink might weave more heart into your life, and thus, consequently, ripple into the lives of others.Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube. We Explore...▶Being turned on by the taboo▶Kink as a pathway to altered states of consciousness▶Why pain can be of service (and how to alchemize it)▶Ego death, surrender, & liberation in play▶Archetypes, Eros vs. ego, and erotic leadership▶Spanking, chakras, and awakening life force energy▶Dirty talk, erotic language & using your voice▶Aftercare & integration▶How to get your man into his heart during sex
What happens when a virgin bride raised in purity culture becomes a pleasure preacher?In this raw conversation, I sit down with Lauren Elise Rogers, sexuality educator, intimacy coach, and founder of SexEdForYou.com. From growing up in the confines of religious purity culture to reclaiming her voice and becoming a sexuality educator, Lauren embodies the journey of the wounded healer by turning pain into wisdom and shame into possibility.Together, we dive into:✨ Growing up in purity culture and reclaiming sexual autonomy
Can music heal anxiety? In this conversation, Sammi Sadicario, vocalist, voice coach, and radiant creative, shares her powerful transformation from Jewish roots to a profound connection with Jesus. Through music, neuroscience, and spirituality, Sammi reveals how voice becomes a sacred tool for healing, identity, and awakening.We explore:
In this heart-opening, libido-reviving, shame-shedding convo, I sit down with Jenny Braxton, a somatic sex, love, and relationship coach and founder of Pussy-Centered Living. We cannonball straight into the deep end (no weather chit-chat here) to talk about sexless marriages, postpartum pain, desire dips, and the radical reclamation of our sensuality.00:00 Cannonballing into sexless marriage + libido convo02:29 Jenny's postpartum libido crash + painful sex & healing journey06:19 Responsibility, sexual shame, and reclaiming desire11:55 From pain to portal: Jenny's sexual awakening + self-pleasure path19:28 Birth as ecstasy + discovering Mama Gena & Pussy: A Reclamation26:49 What is Pussy-Centered Living? Reclaiming the word & the wisdom32:31 Emotions, ragegasms, & the full spectrum feminine41:16 Pleasure as a nervous system regulator49:03 Simple first steps to connect with pussy53:07 Life, love, and business ripple effects of pussy powerConnect with Jenny: Website: https://www.jennybraxton.com/about IG: https://www.instagram.com/pusssy.centered.livingSend us a textConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Before the next season kicks off, we are mixing it up! In this bonus episode, I chat with Marvin of Filthy Little Secrets! Filthy Little Secrets is a podcast where real, everyday women get real about sex to shatter stigma and trample taboo—one candid conversation at a time.This conversation feels like church, confession, and a late-night skinny dip all in one! We get into... ✦ What happens when you stop pretending to be the “good girl” and start living as your fully expressed, turned-on, truth-dripping self✦Writing as a ritual of reclamation✦Using sex as a spell, pleasure as prayer, and storytelling as shadow work✦Body image, grief, and the power of being deeply seen✦My first tantra temple experience (I was nervous AF!)We're talking taboo, transformation, and the kind of intimacy that tastes like freedom. Whether you're healing religious shame, redefining what turns you on, or just curious how I went from cybersex in AOL chatrooms to sacred seduction and spiritual healing… this one's for you.Expect laughter, truth bombs, a little blushing, and a whole lot of permission.0:00 – Opening Confession + Childhood Roots6:00 – First Experiences with Cybersex & Early Shame14:00 – Religious Programming & Sexuality23:00 – Discovery of Tantra + First Temple Experience31:00 – Writing the Book as a Healing Portal39:00 – Sugar Daddies, Seduction, and Sovereignty47:00 – Body Image, Being Seen, and Sacred Touch54:00 – Grief, Loss, and Spiritual Awakening1:00:00 – Erotic Storytelling + Reclaiming the VoiceListen & Subscribe to Filthy Little Secrets:Website: https://filthylittlesecrets.com/Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nWVlbE1EIgOm0MNWsgzGA?si=373adb3365464b91Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filthy-little-secrets/id1809281715Send us a textConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
In this powerful episode of Sex, Drugs, & Soul, we go all in on transformational sex, shamanic intimacy, and sacred union with luminous healer and modern shaman Juan Es Alzate.We explore:
What happens when you mix East Texas charm, soulful wisdom, and a baddie on a mission to stay balanced in a chaotic world? You get this heart-opening convo with Josh Brinkman.We explore it all from healing and happiness to the woo-woo wonder of soul contracts and full moon energy spikes.In this episode, we talk…✦ What balance really looks like in messy, magical real life✦ How your words impact water, your body, and your beliefs✦ Turning pain into rocket fuel and heartbreak into growth✦ Soul contracts, déjà vu, and angel kisses from beyond✦ Coming out stories, strong moms, and Bible Belt resilience✦ Masculine vs feminine energy (and how to protect your soft center)✦ Plus: A juicy lightning round of questions you didn't know you needed.00:00 | Finding Balance in Life03:03 | The Power of Positive Thinking06:05 | Happiness: A Personal Journey08:59 | Manifestation and Intentions12:05 | The Role of Relationships in Growth14:59 | Navigating Grief and Loss17:55 | Signs and Synchronicities20:50 | The Nature of Happiness23:40 | Soul Contracts and Life Choices38:13 | Exploring Soul Contracts and Family Connections41:01 | Intuition and Energetic Connections43:09 | Reconnecting with Family and Personal Growth45:30 | Navigating Identity and Coming Out51:09 | Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies53:17 | Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions and InsightsMentioned in the Pod:Emoto Water Experiments"You Are The Placebo" by Dr. Joe Dispenza
“When courage overcomes habit, your story begins to change.”In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jason Giles—addiction medicine specialist, author, speaker, and a man who has walked both sides of the story.Once a high-achieving anesthesiologist addicted to fentanyl, Dr. Giles opens up about the addiction, the rock-bottom moment that changed everything, and how he has since helped more than 10,000 patients overcome substance use disorders.We dive into the future of addiction medicine and explore:
What happens when you blend hillbilly roots, sex magic, grief alchemy, and divine priestess play? A whole-ass tantric resurrection. In this deliciously raw episode, I sit down with pleasure priestess and tantric healer Tiff Love for a no-holds-barred convo on reclaiming our truth, embodying our sensuality, and integrating the fragmented pieces of our past for wholeness.We dive into…
Send us a textWhat do vibrating suitcases, cuddle partners, and clit-stroking meditations have in common? They all make an appearance in this juicy episode with the Intimacy Expert to Millions, Susan Bratton.In this radically honest convo, Susan and I toss the script and drop into a behind-the-scenes look at my dating life. Yes, we're talking a local lover and a possible threesome in Mexico, plus Susan's wild wisdom from over 1,000 group play experiences and decades of conscious lovemaking.We explore:
Send us a textThis week, I chat with Pia Leichter, an artist and embodiment guide, to explore how creativity, play, and ritual have helped both of us move through life's biggest transitions. We talked about the beauty of death ceremonies, the power of stillness, and how tuning into our bodies can guide us through grief, joy, and everything in between.Some of what we explored:✦ How creativity opens up when we stop trying to control everything✦ How pleasure can be a guide, not just a goal✦ What death rituals can teach us about living more fully✦ The importance of play and joy in healingIf you're navigating change or craving a deeper connection with yourself, I hope this episode gives you space and insight to imagine a new way forward.Connect with Pia:InstagramXLinkedInWebsiteCheck out Pia's book on Amazon!I also have a free audiobook download code for the first TEN people to direct message me on Instagram. Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyAppleFor 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.
Send us a textIn this episode of Sex, Drugs, and Soul, I talk with stand-up comedian Tony Casillas about the courage it takes to be funny when the truth isn't always comfortable.We unpack how personal experiences, from strict religious upbringings to flawed sex education, inform the jokes comedians tell and the deeper truths behind them. From bombing on stage to navigating audience dynamics, this is a conversation about vulnerability, resilience, and using humor to cope with the chaos of being human.Topics we explore include:✦ How comedians use personal stories as social commentary✦ Why religion, politics, and parenting are comedy gold…and landmines✦ The role of selfishness and responsibility in today's society✦ Why we need more nuance (and more laughs) in political discourseWhether you're a comedy nerd or someone trying to understand or survive the world through laughter, there's something here for you.Connect with Tony:InstagramConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple
Send us a textIn this episode of Sex, Drugs, and Soul, I chat with certified sexologist Coral Osborne. Our paths crossed in Austin at various events, and I've been impressed by her advocacy for men and the valuable insights she shares online on topics such as dating, intimacy, and authentic relating. We also share stories from our lived sex work experiences and how they have informed our views on intimacy, personal growth, and relationships. We explore everything from the Madonna-Whore complex, eroticizing trauma, and self-inquiry to why men often seek out sex workers, how childhood informs our relationships, and the subtle ways we deflect vulnerability, like making vulgar jokes to avoid being seen. If you find yourself feeling disheartened about modern dating, confused by relationship dynamics, or curious about intimacy drivers and lived sex work experiences delivered in a no-BS style, give this one a go. 00:00 - Introduction02:08 - Exploring Personal Turn-Ons 04:04 - Navigating Radical Honesty and Vulnerability05:46 - The Impact of Past Experiences on Sexuality09:06 - Understanding Men's Core Desires and Wounds11:50 - The Madonna-Whore Complex in Male Psychology14:58 - Self-Inquiry for Emotional Availability18:06 - Dating in the Modern Age: Apps vs. Real Life20:46 - Polarity and Gender Dynamics in Relationships25:04 - Navigating Modern Dating Dynamics28:03 - The Complexity of Receiving and Giving30:30 - Understanding Masculinity and Emotional Needs32:56 - Childhood Influences on Adult Relationships40:23 - Addressing Common Sexual Struggles47:20 - Upcoming Projects and ResourcesConnect with Coral:WebsiteInstagramStay tuned for her podcast that will be launching in July!Connect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple
Send us a textWhat if the darkest night of your soul (ego) was actually a canvas? Emmy award-winning artist Alex Ruiz joins me for a raw, riveting ride through depression, psychedelics, and creative resurrection.From The Simpsons and Beauty and the Beast to sacred ceremonies with peyote, Alex shares how he went from burnout and suicidal ideation to finding purpose and birthing a body of work that channels mysticism, mythology, and multidimensional muses. We explore how visionary art becomes a mirror, a medicine, and a means of becoming.Inside this episode…
Send us a textWhat if porn could actually deepen your intimacy, spark real connection, and help you reclaim your pleasure without shame?In this rebellious and radically honest episode, I sit down with Lily Sparks, the visionary founder and CEO of Afterglow, an ethical porn platform created by women. We dive deep into what it means to be turned on with intention from busting the myths around porn addiction to navigating boundaries, fantasies, and the healing power of conscious erotic content.We're talking:✨ Why ethical porn is a game-changer for relationships
Send us a textSo many of us are craving deeper intimacy, but no one ever taught us how to actually talk about sex, desire, or what turns us on. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Diane Mueller for a conversation about what it takes to keep passion alive in long-term relationships.We get into the truth about libido (hint: it's not just hormones), the impact of the nervous system on arousal, and how communication can completely shift the way we connect with our partners. We also talk about hot monogamy, self-pleasure as a tool for empowerment, and the kind of emotional safety that makes real pleasure possible.If you've ever felt like your sex drive disappeared, or you're craving more depth, connection, or fire in your relationship, this one's for you.Connect with Dr. Diane: My Libido Doc WebsiteYouTubeInstagramJump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro8:30 The Steps To An Open Communication16:00 Navigating Vulnerability in Conversations25:05 The Importance of Scheduling Intimacy34:33 Anatomy and Orgasm: Understanding Individual Differences40:22 Emotional Connections and Past ExperiencesConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple
Send us a textThis episode is dedicated to Larro! Love you, brother. Let's roll...***In this tender and truth-soaked episode, I open up about my journey with grief after losing a dear friend who left this world far too soon. It's raw. It's real. Emotional AF...and wrapped in love.I talk about the gut-punch of loss, the wild ride of emotions that followed, and the unexpected signs he sent me from the other side. Because love doesn't just disappear, it shape-shifts. I also share a near-death experience that cracked me open in a way I didn't see coming, and a powerful, symbolic body-painting session that felt like a creative rebirth. It was like my way of honoring both him, the parts of myself that grief awakened, and the new version of myself. (Rising phoenix, vibes!)This episode is a mix of courage, creativity, connection, and the kind of healing that only grief can bring. It ends with a tribute poem I wrote for him to honor his spirit and the bond we shared...I'm still unpacking some of the soul lessons... yet, if you've ever lost someone you love, or are navigating the messy beauty of grief, this one's for you.If you want to explore courage while connecting with fellow creatives, join me on NABA this Wednesday, May 14th, at noon CST for a virtual, open-mic writing workshop/playshop.Jump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro5:16 Courage and Creative Expression15:42 Near-Death Experience and Personal Growth22:51 Body Painting and Symbolic HealingConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTubeSpotifyApple
Send us a textIn this week's episode, I am joined by Dennis Hull, a trauma-informed coach and tantric practitioner, to explore healing through vulnerability, masculine-feminine dynamics, and the art of emotional connection.We discuss tantra as a path to empowerment, the role of safe spaces, and how practices like BDSM can support healing when grounded in consent and authenticity. From savoring grief to protecting energy, this episode invites a deeper look at intimacy, embodiment, and the power of being witnessed.Connect with Dennis: Website: https://www.dennishull.com/homeIG: itsdennishullFacebook: Dennis HullKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textKristin sits down with Danielle Massi for a deep dive into shadow work, unpacking what it really means to face the hidden aspects of ourselves. Their conversation moves through personal stories, common misconceptions, and the quiet power of self-awareness as a catalyst for healing.Together, they explore the emotional complexity of therapy, the nuanced challenges of working with personality disorders, and Danielle's evolution from therapist to author, speaker, & CEO. Childhood and past life experiences, often buried beneath the surface, are brought to light as they examine how early wounds continue to echo through adult behavior and relationships.Connect with Danielle: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellemassiWebsite: https://www.iamdaniellemassi.com/Jump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro2:02 Understanding Shadow Work16:43 Anxiety, Depression, and Unconscious Memories28:52 The Emotional Toll of Therapy36:42 Navigating Personality Disorders42:52 Chaos vs. Control in RelationshipsKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textFrom the art of cooking to navigating modern dating, we explore how creativity, relationships, and personal transformation all intertwine. Ghosting, breakups, and life's big questions come to the table as we uncover the lessons hidden in failure, the wisdom from ancient civilizations, and the power of self-discovery. No topic is off-limits as we challenge expectations and embrace the complexities of human connection and the journey of becoming who we're meant to be.Jump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro12:04 Career Journey and Embracing Opportunities24:32 Ghosting: The End of Friendships34:44 Meeting in the Wild vs. Apps: The Modern Dating Dilemma41:18 Exploring Past Lives and ReincarnationKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textAre traditional relationship structures limiting your personal freedom? In this episode, Kristin and Sage dive deep into Relationship Anarchy, Non-Monogamy, and the power of Love Without Rules. From exploring the transition between Polyamory and Relationship Anarchy to Breaking Free from Relationship Patterns, this conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about love, commitment, and desire. If you've ever wondered “Is Relationship Anarchy right for me?”, or if you're looking for ways to create Custom Relationships that align with your values, this episode is for you.
Send us a textLet's get one thing straight — you're not broken, but your subconscious might be running the show... and sabotaging the sh*t out of your miracles.In this raw and revelatory episode, Dr. Sharnael goes deep into the hidden programming that's messing with your health, your relationships, and your money flow. From childhood trauma and generational patterns to self-love, she names what's in the way — and how to finally move it.We're talking biofeedback, energy medicine, dream decoding, and how to actually heal instead of just spiritually bypass your way into another loop.If you're done playing small and ready to reclaim your power, this conversation is your permission slip to stop settling and start receiving.Connect with Dr. Sharnael: Instagram: @drsharnaelYouTube: Dr. Sharnael True TVKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textHow can we heal from the traumas of our past? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Ron Nathanson discusses his approach to holistic health, combining chiropractic care, neurofeedback, and emotional release techniques. He reflects on the lasting effects of generational trauma, the body's innate wisdom, and the healing potential of psychedelics. Dr. Nathanson also shares profound lessons from his ayahuasca experiences and emphasizes the importance of self-love, gratitude, and forgiveness. Tune in to discover how embracing suffering can unlock deeper healing and transformation.Connect with Dr. Ron Nathanson: Instagram: dr._ron_nathanson_trans4m8tionKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textIn this candid conversation, Kristin chats with Emily Bonds. They explore the intersection of mental health, addiction, and personal transformation. Emily reflects on her struggles with anxiety, how alcohol became her escape, and the life-changing moment that set her on the path to sobriety.They also shed light on parenting challenges, the societal pressures women face, and the importance of breaking the stigma around addiction.With honesty and vulnerability, they highlight the power of community, emotional awareness, and the courage it takes to rediscover yourself.Jump to the mic drop moments....0:00 Intro 5:46 Navigating Emotions and Mental Health17:02 The Impact of Alcohol on Life24:49 Navigating Early Life and College Challenges30:50 The Impact of COVID-19 on Drinking Habits41:57 Finding Support and Resources for Recovery50:55 Transformations in Personal Relationships and Self-PerceptionConnect with Emily: Instagram: @emilycbondsWebsite: emilycbonds.comKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textPurity culture, religious trauma, and societal expectations have shaped how we view sexuality and relationships. Ann Russo joins us this week to challenge these narratives, exploring self-discovery, non-monogamy, and the power of authenticity. They discuss the impact of shame, the healing potential of kink and BDSM, and the importance of consent and self-love. About Ann Russo: She is a mental health professional, author, and advocate focused on sex positivity, queer issues, and religious trauma. She provides training, consulting, and publications to enhance mental health care. Her CE courses, pending ASWB/ACE approval, cover ethical non-monogamy, sexual health, PTSD healing, sex work, kink, BDSM, and more for social workers, MFTs, and APCCs.Jump to the mic drop moments....0:00 Intro10:17 Exploring Non-Monogamy and Jealousy22:37 The Role of Sexuality in Friendships29:55 Reclaiming Pleasure and Body Awareness37:10 Exploring Kink and BDSM as HealingConnect with Ann: IG: @annrussolcswWebsites: https://www.annrusso.org/https://empathyfirm.com/ann-russo/Kristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textIn this heartfelt conversation, Kristin and Kristen dive into the messy, beautiful world of creativity. They talk about the challenges of overcoming personal blocks, the magic of collaboration, and the vulnerability that comes with putting your art into the world. Sharing stories from their journeys in music and comedy, they reflect on how everyday moments spark creativity and the importance of staying true to yourself. With a focus on self-love, authenticity, and emotional safety, they explore how embracing vulnerability can help us grow both personally and creatively.Connect with Kristen:Instagram: @kristenchicolJump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro5:49 The Role of Identity in Creativity15:01 The Vulnerability of Stand-Up Comedy29:21 The Seeds of Creativity and Self-Love34:41 The Impact of Friendship on Creative Growth44:54 Embracing Authenticity and Vulnerability57:13 Judgment and Self-Compassion in the Creative ProcessKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textJoin me and Lunden Souza, a Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, podcast host, and member of the NABA community, as we explore the beauty in life's messiness and the wisdom of embracing our natural cycles. Together, we dive into how aligning with our energy levels can transform chaos into clarity, spark creativity, and inspire leadership.Through personal stories and actionable insights, we discuss the power of rest, storytelling, and rewriting our narratives to turn challenges into growth. This empowering and heartfelt conversation with Lunden is one you won't want to miss!Jump to the mic drop moments...0:00 Intro6:52 Rest, Recovery, and the Power of Listening to Your Body15:39 Discovering the True Meaning of Pride and Acceptance26:08 The Importance of Rage, Grief, and Sacred Expression35:22 Being Messy Without Hurting Others46:36 Honoring the Maternal Instinct in All Forms52:33 The Power of Affirmations in Creative WritingConnect with Lunden:Instagram: @lifelikelundenFacebook: Life Like LundenWebsite: lifelikelunden.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LundenSouzaCheck out Lunden's podcast here too:Self Love and Sweat THE PODCASTConnect with Kristin:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramJoin Kristin's Inner Circle Email ListKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textIn this heartfelt conversation, Kristin and Kim Hodous explore the emotional journey of grief, particularly after the loss of Kim's son, Rob, to fentanyl poisoning. While Kim has spoken for large corporations like Walmart and Toyota, she now shares her journey of speaking to her son on the other side. Kim shares how she learned to communicate with him and how this connection has brought healing to her life. Kim discusses the challenges of sharing her story and the healing journey of teaching other mothers to connect with their lost children. The conversation also delves into the role of adversity in growth and the significance of love and forgiveness, even towards those who have caused pain. Be sure to listen for some paradigm-shifting messages that Rob has for us!STAY TUNED FOR KIM'S BOOK COMING OUT IN 2025!Jump to the mic drop moments...05:59 Communicating with the Departed8:28 The Journey of Grief and Healing15:00 Defining Meditation and Personal Practices17:58 Overcoming Hesitations in Sharing27:10 Messages from Beyond: Connecting with Loved Ones35:36 The Role of Perpetrators in Our Lives40:10 Changing Form: Understanding Life and DeathConnect with Kim:FacebookInstagramWebsiteConnect with Kristin:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramJoin Kristin's Inner Circle Email ListKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
Send us a textJoin Kristin & Cyrus Wild as they explore the powerful intersections of movement, trust, and personal growth. From the fluid rhythms of Zouk dance to the intense dynamics of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the art of Shibari, they explore how these practices shape our connection with others and ourselves. With a focus on community, aftercare, and innovative coaching approaches, this episode explores the importance of vulnerability, awareness, and intentionality in building deeper connections and fostering personal growth.Watch the full episode here. Jump to the mic drop moments...5:05, The Journey into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu11:35, Diving into Shibari: The Art of Rope Bondage22:06, Crafting a Shibari Retreat in Costa Rica31:07, Creating Cohesion Through Shared Experiences36:41, Innovative Approaches to CoachingUpcoming 3-Night Shibari Temple Immersion: Soul Ties & Love KnotsConnect with CyrusInstagram WebsiteConnect with Kristin:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramJoin Kristin's Inner Circle Email ListKristin's Best-Selling Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul on AmazonSpotify Audiobook LinkSubscribe to the Podcast:SpotifyApple Do you want to reset, expand, and feel more alive? Learn more about Naba and the community detox journey here.
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