Sexual Confidence on Tap

Many of the stresses in marriage (and in the marriage bed) stem from our own STORIES. Join Shannon and Brad & Kate Aldrich, hosts of the Still Becoming One Podcast, as they unpack making sense of your OWN relationship stories!

Shannon & Rev. Dr. Angie McCarty wrap up their 8-part "Messy Sex" series by discussing HOW to move beyond the emotional & spiritual damage of the purity movement culture and embrace our ability to HEAL!

Talking to Teens about SEX can create an awkwardness like no other! But it doesn't have to be this way. Rather than repeating the “purity movement” mistakes, Shannon & Angie share practical strategies for making these natural conversations... well... natural!

Child Sex Education If we aren't repeating the mistakes of the "purity movement" culture, WHAT do we tell our young children about sexuality? Join Shannon & Angie as they dive into THAT messy topic!

Sexuality has become SUPER MESSY, especially when we consider the damage that the "Purity Movement" has done over the past 30 years. Join Shannon & Rev. Dr. Angie McCarty as they discuss forgiving those that led us down this “purity culture” path.

Sexuality has become SUPER MESSY, especially when we consider the damage that the "Purity Movement" has done over the past 30 years. Join Shannon & Rev. Dr. Angie McCarty as they discuss “Embodiment Theology” and the impact of seeing Jesus as not just fully GOD but also fully HUMAN (sexuality and all)!

Sexuality has become SUPER MESSY, especially when we consider the damage that the "Purity Movement" has done over the past 30 years.  Join Shannon & Rev. Dr. Angie McCarty as they discuss Angie's doctoral research, her 5 key findings in her research, and her vision for a "NEW Sexual Ethic" that is encouraging to those both inside and outside of church walls.

Sexuality has become SUPER MESSY, especially when we consider the damage that the "Purity Movement" has done over the past 30 years and the ongoing struggle to define "Biblical Marriage." Join Shannon & Dr. Rev. Angie McCarty as they discuss Angie's doctoral research and her vision for a "NEW Sexual Ethic" that is encouraging to those both inside and outside of church walls.

Sexuality has become SUPER MESSY, especially when we consider the damage that the "Purity Movement" has done over the past 30 years and the ongoing struggle to define "Biblical Marriage." Join Shannon & Rev. Dr. Angie McCarty as they discuss Angie's doctoral research and her vision for a "NEW Sexual Ethic" that is encouraging to those both inside and outside of church walls.

Ever feel like you're a SLAVE to pornography? Wonder what it could be like to be FREE and how life & relationships might IMPROVE as a result? Join Shannon Ethridge & Sathiya Sam as they continue discussing how both men and women can choose much healthier alternatives for creating novelty and arousal!

Ever feel like you're a SLAVE to pornography? Wonder what it could be like to be FREE and how life & relationships might IMPROVE as a result? Join Shannon Ethridge & Sathiya Sam as they discuss his journey from bondage to liberation!

Most of us have a past, but when it bleeds into our present, it negatively impacts the future! Join Shannon Ethridge & Teresa Janzen as they discuss how to keep your OLD relationships from spoiling the one you have NOW!

What's "normal" when it comes to sexual frequency, initiation patterns, levels of satisfaction, etc.? The conversation continues as Shannon interviews Researcher, Journalist, and Author Shaunti Feldhahn about what SHE learned through conducting one of the LARGEST research studies on sex & marriage ever done with over 5300 participants!

Lots of people claim to know about what makes sex and marriage the BEST it can be, but Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn have done one the LARGEST research studies to determine the REAL secrets of relational success! Join Shannon & Dr. Sytsma as they discuss their monumental research project and their NEW BOOK that promises to be a game-changer!

Valentine's Day usually elicits conversations of romance and flowers and chocolate, but this year Shannon delves DEEPER into a conversation with Joey Papa, host of “The Failed Christian“ podcast, talking openly about painful pasts, rocky roads to recovery, and what REAL love (of self) looks like! Warning: This episode is sexually and spiritually graphic.

Want to know one of the BEST aphrodisiacs for any relationship? EMPATHY! With it, couples thrive. Without it, they wither. Join Shannon & Dr. Janet Birkey as they discuss how to IMPROVE your empathy skills, and therefore improve your sex life!

A solid strategy, or the death of spontaneity? Join Shannon & Angie McCarty as they discuss this and the plethora of other topics lined up to be tackled on the show this year!

12 Days of Kissmas... Mistletoe Magic... Be inspired to make mind-blowing memories this year with these and other bright ideas for building intimacy!

Feeling SEXIER as you age — is that even possible?!? YES!!! Join Shannon as she interviews Army Chaplain and Ms. Veteran America Finalist Lisa Northway about cultivating confidence in her sixties!

Are you a single mom trying to navigate life? In this episode of Sexual Confidence on Tap, Shannon Ethridge talks with Jennifer Maggio about Single Mom University and their upcoming Life Of A Single Mom Conference where Shannon will speak on “The Truth About Sex & Dating!”

Without a good FIGHT, Great makeup sex NEVER happens! Listen in as Shannon, Angie, and Julie discuss how lovers can FIGHT fair and well!

Has your lovemaking fallen into a deep rut? Ready to discover your adventurous side again? Join Shannon, Angie, and Julie for a conversation designed to pull you OUT of your old comfort zone!

When was the last time you were REALLY KISSED? Not the obligatory peck, but one that leaves you wanting MORE?! Join Shannon, Angie & Julie as they discuss the power of passionate kissing -- lips as well as other body parts!

Episode 48: Summer Lovin' Pt 4: Touching like Lovers Do by Sexual Confidence on Tap

Episode 52 - Sexual Confidence in Mature Women by Sexual Confidence on Tap

Remember being a kid and wanting to PLAY -- games, pretend, sports, etc.? When did we lose that internal drive to PLAY??? If YOUR sex life feels more like WORK than PLAY, then this episode is for YOU! Join Shannon, Angie & Julie as they discuss the power of P-L-A-Y both inside and outside of the bedroom!

Remember when you felt you could talk to your partner all night long? Or create all kinds of warm fuzzy feelings simply by exchanging sweet nothings over the phone? Join Shannon, Angie & Julie as they discuss the often-overlooked FOREPLAY method of T-A-L-K!

What is it about SUMMER that seems so SEXY? Maybe it's doing less... worrying less... wearing less... connecting more... touching more... Hoping to HEAT your summer UP? Shannon invites fellow "Sexperts" Julie Sibert and Rev. Angie McCarty to be a part of the Summer Lovin' Series!

Does an Orgasm Gap exist in YOUR relationship? Does the sex seem far more about HIM than YOU? Does HE seem to have all the "fun" while YOU feel pressured... overwhelmed... distracted... inadequate? Shannon interviews Sharon Williams and discuss how to overcome the frustrating Orgasm Gap!

Feel like you've been chewed up and spit out by a Narcissistic Partner? Does the pain of staying seem GREATER than the pain of leaving? Shannon interviews Susanne Moore about her narrow escape from an incredibly abusive relationship and how she's using her pain to HELP others!

Feeling DUPED by the "Purity Movement" of the past 30 years? Did you try your best to save sex until marriage and then STRUGGLE in ways you never expected? Shannon interviews Rev. Angie McCarty about her doctoral research project on how we can HEAL those exact hurts! Take Angie's Survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sexual-ethics

Over 50% of adults will have to "Re-Enter the Dating World" at some point. Dating again after a relationship loss or disaster can be SCARY! Listen in as Shannon & Michele share 5 Red Flags for Dating Relationships!

Over 50% of adults will have to "Re-Enter the Dating World" at some point. Dating again after a relationship loss or disaster can be SCARY! Listen in as Shannon & Michele share 5 Red Flags for Dating Relationships!

Sexually speaking, do you ever feel like you and your mate are from entirely different planets? There's a biological reason for that! Join Shannon and Dr. John Gray as they continue discussing "Venus and Mars in the Bedroom!" (part 2)

Sexually speaking, do you feel that you and your partner are from entirely different planets? There's a biological reason for that! Join me and Dr. John Gray for part 1 of "Venus and Mars in the Bedroom!"

Could what you consume in the kitchen be impacting how you feel in the bedroom? According to Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Author Christine DeLozier, the answer is a resounding YES!!! Listen in on the conversation between Shannon & Christine in Episode 37 - Great Foods for Great Sex!

We don't usually "find" time and energy for vibrant sex... but we can MAKE time and energy for it! How? Through mindfulness! Join Shannon Ethridge & Michele Woods for Episode 36 as they discuss 12 Tips for Mindful Intimacy!

As we celebrate OUR FIRST FULL YEAR, Shannon & Michele dedicate Episode 35 to YOU, our faithful listeners, as we share highlights of 2020, hopes for 2021, and wrap up the season with answers to a few great listener questions!

Does ADD/ADHD play a bigger role in your marriage & sex life than you realize? Join Shannon & Dr. Ari Tuckman as they discuss his book, ADHD After Dark, and learn how Attention Deficit Disorder does NOT have to wreak havoc on your relationship!

If you (or someone you know) feels COMPELLED to look at pornography, wasting far more time than intended and feeling guilt and shame afterward, then this presentation is for you! Shannon shares her Covenant Eyes webinar on "Helping Women Addicted to Porn" as Episode 33.

Does something as simple as GRATITUDE really have the power to transform your marriage AND your marriage bed? Absolutely! Listen in as Shannon & Michele and their husbands share from their hearts about what they & many listeners are giving THANKS for this holiday season!

Can two adults manage to conduct a healthy pre-marriage relationship WITHOUT sex being involved? According to Rob Kowalski, self-proclaimed former bad boy and celibacy advocate, the answer is "YES!" Listen in as Shannon & Rob discuss reasons to "wait while you date" and successful strategies for "dating while waiting!"

What are YOUR thoughts about the "Purity Movement" of the past 30 years according to YOUR life experiences? The concept has come under great scrutiny by those who feel like they got "cheated," but could it be that sexual integrity really IS a worthy pursuit? Join Shannon & Former Male Stripper Rob Kowalski as they consider the high price & higher payoff of enjoying sexual intimacy exclusively within marriage.

When it comes to sex, do you have a hard time getting your HEAD in the BED? Are you distracted by other thoughts that prevent you from ever getting aroused? If so, consider how couples erotica could help!

Are YOU one of the MANY couples who have REVERSED your stereotypical gender roles? Are you barely surviving or totally THRIVING -- both inside and outside of the bedroom? Join Shannon Ethridge and Jessica & Lee Prophitt for Episode 28 as they discuss "The Impact of Role Reversal"

Ready to WRAP your husband's heart around your little finger? ROCK your next oral sex adventure by "making love to him with your mouth!" Join Shannon Ethridge & co-host Michele Woods as they discuss "10 Tips for BLOWING His Mind!"

Long for a loving relationship, but can't seem to make one last? Wonder if you're doing something wrong? Join Shannon Ethridge & Yahnathan Immanuel as they discuss "How Singles Sabotage Relationships!"

Feeling disillusioned in the intimacy department? Blaming your mate for a less-than-great sex life? Maybe YOU hold more responsibility for the relational dynamic than you realize! Join Shannon & Dr. Corey Allan as they discuss "3 Ways We Sabotage Our Sex Lives!"

Does Porn Addiction DESTROY Marital Intimacy Beyond Repair? While it CAN, it certainly doesn't HAVE to! Listen in as Shannon Ethridge & Crystal Renaud Day discuss the Post-Porn Addiction Marriage and how healing from pornography addiction IS totally possible! Also, learn about the S.H.E. Virtual Recovery Summit coming up October 5-9, 2020 and how YOU can register for FREE!

Can masturbation have a POSITIVE impact on an individual’s life? Health? Relationships? These are common questions in the minds of males and females of all ages, so Shannon and Michele have an uncommon conversation around these very questions. Join them for PART 2 of the “Masturbation Conversation” that you most likely NEVER got from your parents or pastors!

Does masturbation have a NEGATIVE impact on an individual’s life? Health? Relationships? Connection to God? These are common questions in the minds of males and females of all ages, so Shannon and Michele have an uncommon conversation around these very questions. Join them for the “Masturbation Conversation” that you most likely NEVER got from your parents or pastors!