So I Married A Sexologist

MikaL and Kristine are wrapping up season 2 and share a few updates and closing sentiments for you, our dear listeners.

What if couples started prioritizing a good nights sleep, comfort and restfulness... moving away from the traditional shared bed setting? What would happen to a relationship if there were separate beds given that your relationship is healthy but needing a little nudge in the intimacy dept.? Well Dr. Shannon Chavez joins us in this groundbreaking conversation where we challenge our bedroom traditions and how you can start this conversation in your own relationships.Find out more about Dr. Shannon and the amazing work she's doing for her community:IG: drshannonchavezWebsite: drshannonchavez.com

How many times have you wondered what goes on in a lingerie store? Who shops there and how can someone feel more comfortable going to a store for lingerie? Well we asked these questions to Laura Fitzpatrick(owner) & Anna Jones(manager) of Oh Baby Lingerie Boutique. Oh Baby Lingerie Boutique offers Portland and the PNW a very curated and inclusive selection of European lingerie and luxury toys.Check them out at: https://ohbabylingerieshops.com/Instagram @ohbabylingerie

What's your favorite kind of pie? Ours is a vulva pie! We have such a treat for you dear listeners! Our guest today is becoming known for her artist and visually realistic art medium, decorative vulva pies! Welcome to show Mikel Ibarra! "Exploring the diversity of the vulva, acknowledging that this place of pleasure and portal of life, is a source of shame and fear for many of us. That we often spend our lives as women, serving others and denying ourselves, both physically and mentally."See her art on Instagram - @piesinthewindowand her website - www.piesinthewindow.com

We had the pleasure of interviewing author and relationship coach, Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus! Sociologist and intimacy speaker, Jennifer Gunsaullus, PhD, is the author of, From Madness to Mindfulness: Reinventing Sex for Women. Dr. Jenn is a national speaker on sexual consent, couples intimacy, women's empowerment, gender communication, erotic play, and mindful sex. She has presented two TEDx Talks, is the co-host of the podcast Sex Talk with Clint & the Doc, and has over 1.5 million hits on her In the Den with Dr. Jenn YouTube video series.Jenn's website: https://www.drjennsden.comInstagram: drjennsden

MikaL and Kristine share laughs and real talk with erotic artist, Sarah B Whalen! Living in Brooklyn, NY, Sarah is making waves as a female erotic artist. We are so excited to share her work with you all, enjoy!Instagram: @sbwhalenOnlyFans: @sbdolphin Visit her website: http://sarahbwhalen.com/

What does a free-spirited, fifty-something professional do when she breaks up with her non-committal Buddhist boyfriend and longs for a life partner? She holds a ‘letting go' ceremony with the boyfriend, challenges herself to go on 50 dates, takes a few lovers, and voila! Finding Mr. Right becomes a sexy dating project. Join us and we laugh and learn about Carolyn's journey writing her memoir. There's a lesson to be learned from this woman!

How do you begin talking to your partner about things you wanna try sexually? Do you get nervous or scared of their potentially negative reaction? In this episode of SIMAS, Mikal and Kristine share their tips for shaking up the sheets and bringing more excitement and experimentation into the bedroom. In our segment, 'Ooh, let's try that!' We tested out some Pandora's Pops Lollipops- Aphrodisiac Candy- get yours and try some candies out for novelty and fun! https://pandoraspops.com

What is the process behind writing sex scenes for novels? Where do novelists get their inspiration from and does it reflect real life for the author? We explore these topics and so much more with award winning novelist Nicole Person, who writes women's fiction under the pen name Jennifer Gold. You can find more about the author, Nicole at: nicolejpersun.com and find her books at jennifergoldauthor.comInstagram is @jennifergoldauthor

What is a somatic sex coach and what do they do? Our guest is Jess DeVries is one and sheds light on what takes place during a session with her and how somatic coaching is a unique modality in the world of sexology.

Why is it important to respect somebody's pronouns? MikaL and Kristine explore this important and polarizing societal shift that will shed light on the importance our society places on gender.

Our special guest this week, Juni Bucher shares about helping people find a joyful expression of a nutrient-dense diet and also utilize mindfulness techniques and journaling to help approach health goals in a holistic way. Juni's area of focus is serving the youngish (diagnosed under 50) breast cancer community but loves working with all types of clients. How does this all relate to sexuality and libido? You've gotta listen to this episode to find out!You can find Juni Bucher at www.junibwell.com or follow her on Instagram at @junibwell and listen to her podcast: Tata, Cancer! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tata-cancer/id1599915422

Let's help you finger it out! This episode is all about fingering! We'll explore why fingering is an important part of foreplay, how you can improve your fingering skills and maybe a story or two from us about personal fingering experiencing! Come join us! This season of SIMAS is sponsored by Dame Products. Visit their website and use code IKNOWKRISTINE to receive 10% off your purchases! https://www.dameproducts.com/?irclickid=x01X5r3sExyLUq0wUx0Mo36cUkESklV5pyrlx40&irgwc=1We also mention OMGyes.com in this episode for instructional videos on digital stimulation.

This season's first guest is Sex Coach Kristen Thomas! She's gone viral on TikTok and is becoming known for her work on Keep Them Coming with Open The Doors Coaching podcast. We talk about her private practice, what it's like being a sex coach in Kansas City, MO, sexual bucket lists and exploring adult-only resorts. Here are all the ways to learn more and follow her on her social media: www.openthedoorscoaching.comInstagram- @openthedoorskcTikTok- @coachkristenPodcast: Keep Them Coming with Open The Doors Coaching

We're back with season 2 offering up more laughs, new segments and special guests that will help you work towards that fulfilling sex life you desire! Welcome back dear listeners! Let's dive in!We are honored to have a new sponsor this season, Dame! Dame is leading a sexual wellness revolution as a women-powered resource for game-changing products for pleasure and supportive content. Our dear listeners receive 10% off sitewide, use code IKNOWKRISTINE at http://dameproducts.com/

This episode wraps up season 1 with a conversation about true love. Does true love exist? Is there such a thing as a soul mate? Can friendships experience true love? We also pull the winning name for our HUGE giveaway! All of this and more on this season ending episode of So I Married A Sexologist!

MikaL and Kristine had SO much to say about jealousy that we had to do another episode to fit it all in! Join us as we continue our conversation and we answer all your questions as well. Come join us for this jealousy 2-parter!

We have so much to discuss when exploring jealousy that we had to make it a two-parter! How can jealousy show up in a relationship? What is the best way to approach jealousy with a partner and how do you start to work through it personally and as a couple? We explore all of this and more!

What is a couple's sex menu? How often would you order off it and how do you create one with your partner? In this episode of SIMAS, MikaL and Kristine actually create their own sex menu so you'll know how to do it yourself! Bon appetit!

Wanna introduce some power play into your sex life? Then this episode is for you! What is it? How do you talk about or plan for it? We'll even share what our dear listeners want their partner's to do! This episode isn't to be missed!

We received so many questions in the last couple of weeks that we just knew another Q&A episode needed to happen. Have a question you want answered in an upcoming episode? Email us at soimarriedpodcast@gmaill.com.

What's the most common concern I hear from my clients? The feeling of being distracted during sex. In this episode we go off our usual format and just chat about this important topic. Give it a listen if you or your partner get distracted easily during sex, we just have a few tips for you!

If you're in a relationship or been in one before you've probably found yourself in the initiation situation where one of you initiates sex more often than your partner. In this episode we talk about why and how that develops into a pattern and what you can do to break it!

What's left to discuss with our series on oral sex?! Well, butt stuff of course! Whether you're wanting to explore or already experienced in the art of anallingous this episode will inform you, make you laugh and hopefully be more open to conversations about all types of pleasure with your partner(s)!

In part 2 of our oral sex series, it's all about blow jobs. How to feel more comfortable giving and receiving BJ's. What makes a good blow job and Kristine provides you with her THREE tips for giving good head!

In episode one of a two-part series, we're exploring oral sex for vagina owners. How is MikaL so good at giving head? He shares his secrets to unlocking cunnilingus perfection! If you're a receiver OR giver of oral pleasure for vulvas/vaginas you don't want to miss this one!

Let's normalize masturbation and explore self pleasure! There's how many benefits to masturbating?! Modern Mating: What would you tell your younger-self about masturbation? Our conversation will enlighten, education and motivate you to explore more self pleasure!

What is the sex ed gap? How can lack of comprehensive sex ed affect your sex life? Kristine and MikaL explore resources to help learn more about raising your kids, guiding teens towards pleasure-based sex and we heard from you, the listener! You're never too old (or young) to learn about your body and sexuality!

How can eating cannabis increase your sexual experiences? Where do you even start to make sure you're gonna have a good time? MikaL and Kristine share many laughs during this episode. Enjoy!

In this Q&A episode we answer all your questions and even threw in a lightening round at the end! How much masturbation is too much? Can all women ejaculate? How often do we have sex? All of these get answered and so much more!

Join us as we get personal about our own porn usage, how it affects our relationship and all the ways it can affect you....the good the bad and ugly.

Join us in a discussion about sex toys! We cover the where, why's and how's! We may even provide a promo code (or two or three!) For a discount as deep as you can take it! Come with us, there's pleasure to be discovered!

We're talking about ways to improve your relationship by evaluating commitments and promises we make. What's the difference between promises and commitment? How can annual evaluation of commitments be beneficial to your relationship? In this episode you'll learn how to create your own annual love resolution exercise and use it every year to continue creating a relationship you love.

What does it mean to be kinky? How can your relationship benefit from exploring kink? How in the hell would you even bring that up to a partner? We explore all of this and so much more in this episode! After listening you'll be well equipped to step outside your comfort zone and explore some kink!

In part 2, MikaL and Kristine continue exploring the topic of uneven levels of desire. They talk about ways to bring balance into your physical intimacy with a partner, improving the overall quality of your relationship. You won't want to miss 'Just The Tip' for this episode's action step!

"Not Tonight, Honey" Does this phrase sound familiar? Either you've heard it or said it a bunch when communicating with your partner. Uneven levels of desire is a common struggle for couples which is why we're exploring this important topic in two parts: emotional intimacy first then physical connection will follow in episode 7. MikaL and I will give you actionable steps towards bringing balance into this area of your relationship. Enjoy!

In this episode we explore the importance of alone time, especially when you're in a relationship. How can prioritizing personal time benefit your relationship? With our creative suggestions and using the suggestions during Modern Mating, you will learn inspiring ways of getting more alone time that allow you coming back to your partner a more interesting person to be with!

MikaL and Kristine talk about why it's important to continue maintaining a level of novelty in your relationship through romance and dating each other. They provide tips and a clear path for those that struggle with getting creative and planning special experiences for their partner.

There are so many benefits to sex fantasies, MikaL and I explore the different ways to fantasize, how to utilize them and why they're so important to you individually and as a couple. In an attempt to normalize sexually fantasizing, we share our own fantasies and a few of our listeners as well. We even give you our sexual fantasy starter kit!

MikaL and Kristine explore the science of attraction, brain chemistry and how it influences choosing a partner. Modern mating: When have you been surprised by attraction and how to keep that spark alive in your LTR.

On this inaugural episode of So I Married A Sexologist, MikaL and Kristine talk about their origin story as a couple. They explore how online dating was the catalyst that brought them together. This episode explores why people choose to date online, how COVID-19 has changed the way we date and this week's 'Modern Mating' segment includes listener's dating horror stories! Kristine gives her expert dating tips and how to make the dating process more successful. We hope you're ready to laugh, explore your sexuality and normalize a conversation about sex and relationships!Follow us on Instagram to see what next episode's 'Modern Mating' question is so you can submit your reply and get your email read on the podcast! @soimarriedasexologist or email us at soimarriedpodcast@gmail.com!Follow, like and subscribe! We would love your help spreading sex positivity!