Podcast appearances and mentions of courtney brame

In this episode, I interviewed Courtney Brame. Courtney is a dedicated yoga teacher, a yoga therapist in training, and the insightful founder of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP). Courtney's work provides crucial guidance for individuals navigating the often isolating experience of stigma, a journey deeply informed by his own experiences. Courtney is also the host of the SPFPP podcast and is the co-author of the book, Fundamental Concepts and Critical Developments in Sex Education. We're honored to have Courtney as a student in our Inner Peace Yoga Therapy certification program.Support the showConnect with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy Email us: info@innerpeaceyogatherapy.com Website Instagram Facebook

JKS 58  Celebate Swingers 2, The SequelWelcome back faithful listeners!April is STI awareness month so we wanted to get this episode out there.This episode, we do a little discussion about how things have been going and go back to last october and november before Mrs. Sting's breakup with her boyfriend, to disclose the most recent issue that has forced us to be Celebate again.We talk about STIs (big surprise) and getting tested.Mentioned in the episode...tellyourpartner.orgshamelesscare.comSee below for links to testing & STI information. Please reach out if you have something to say about this.We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .WE HIGHLY RESPECT THE FOLLOWING LIST OF CREATORS/ORGS(FYI-we do not generate any form of compensation from our show. We do it for love & caring for ourselves and others. The following are people we believe in.)We encourage you to visit OPEN The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy https://www.open-love.org/follow @openloveorg Libertine Events Lifestyle vacations,https://libertineevents.com/  follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comwww.openingus.comhttps://beyondourbedroom.com/https://www.expansiveconnection.com/Average Swingers podcastSapphic Swingers podcastTwo or more to Tango podcastSwinger University podcastCasual Swinger podcast My Favorite app for building sex positive community & education is called Plura. you can find out more here...https://heyplura.com/faqFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheck Shameless Care STI testing and meds www.shamelesscare.comOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. 

JKS 57  Liar Liar Pants on FireWelcome back faithful listeners!Breaking up is hard to do....SOMETIMES!Why do people lie in the lifestyle?We dish on our latest experience of relationship development on our non-monogamous journey.Have you ever been lied to in the lifestyle? Have you ever lied to get something you wanted?Please reach out if you have something to say about this.We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .WE HIGHLY RESPECT THE FOLLOWING LIST OF CREATORS/ORGS(FYI-we do not generate any form of compensation from our show. We do it for love & caring for ourselves and others. The following are people we believe in.)We encourage you to visit OPEN The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy https://www.open-love.org/follow @openloveorg Libertine Events Lifestyle vacations,https://libertineevents.com/  follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comwww.openingus.comhttps://beyondourbedroom.com/https://www.expansiveconnection.com/Average Swingers podcastSapphic Swingers podcastTwo or more to Tango podcastSwinger University podcastCasual Swinger podcast /https://www.casualtoys.com/My Favorite app for building sex positive community & education is called Plura. you can find out more here...https://heyplura.com/faqFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheck Shameless Care STI testing and meds www.shamelesscare.comOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. 

Happy New Year, friends! Our first episode of 2025 spotlights Courtney Brame, who is doing a ton of work around men's mental health and erasing STI stigma. He's the founder of SPFPP (Something Positive for Positive People), which supports people who are living with herpes. He also founded SELFED, which promotes emotional wellness for men and recently hosted a symposium for Black men's emotional wellness, which is how he and I came into contact. Our conversation sits at the intersection of race, sexuality and wellness. We discuss Courtney's journey to becoming an educator, we ponder whether safety might be an issue with regards to the lack of straight Black men in wellness spaces, we talk about yoga therapy and changing the face of what yoga is to make it accessible to others, and we talk about cancel culture and how that can kill curiosity. Hope you enjoy this conversation!

JKS 56 San Antonio Rose Welcome back faithful listeners!This episode we talk about our trip to San Antonio Texas for Libertine Event's "Senses" October 2024 Hotel Takeover. We also spent a few minutes talking about Mrs.Sting and her boyfriend's PDA!Mentioned in this episodehttps://libertineevents.com/https://beyondourbedroom.com/https://www.expansiveconnection.com/Average Swingers podcastSapphic Swingers podcastTwo or more to Tango podcastSwinger University podcastCasual Swinger podcast /https://www.casualtoys.com/We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .WE HIGHLY RESPECT THE FOLLOWING LIST OF CREATORS/ORGS(FYI-we do not generate any form of compensation from our show. We do it for love & caring for ourselves and others. The following are people we believe in.)We encourage you to visit OPEN The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy https://www.open-love.org/follow @openloveorg Libertine Events Lifestyle vacations,https://libertineevents.com/  follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comMy Favorite app for building sex positive community & education is called Plura. you can find out more here...https://heyplura.com/faqFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheck Shameless Care STI testing www.shamelesscare.com

Soft Cock Appreciation Week 2024 asks, “Why is talking openly and honestly about changes in erectile function still so taboo among men?”  This question has been at the forefront of Erica Leroye's quest to demystify the erectile epidemic and treat men's sexual health as openly as any other health matter. In this conversation Erica speaks with Courtney Brame, founder of both Something Positive for Positive People- a vital resource for STI stigma re-education, and Selfed a mental and emotional health nonprofit for Black men, as well as  a yoga instructor and yoga therapist in training. Courtney shares ideas from his years of his personal and professional experience helping people learn how to accept their bodies as they are and feel more free in communicating openly and authentically with partners. Join them as they explore: How it often takes a crisis to begin the shift from societal expectations of “what it means to be a man” to the personal explorations that create one's own truth. Redirecting thoughts of “I am alone in this and no one will ever want me again” to accepting what is in a way that encourages self-care and discoveries of new possibilities. Transforming “disclosure” of erectile concerns to partners into open dialogue and discussion .  Speaking from the Body- Learning your body's cues and messages as a path for communicating desires and needs Practical Tips for Stress Management, Open Communication, and Lifestyle Changes For More Information About Courtney Brame and to Support His Work: https://getselfed.org https://spfpp.org  @SelfedWithCourtneyBrame  For More Information About Erica Leroye and Her Work https://www.flowcode.com/page/creativebodyrelease.com For More Information About Soft Cock Appreciation Week www.softcockweek.com We have MERCH! Check out our storewww.softcockweek.com/store and support both Soft Cock Week and this year's, once we make a profit, partner SELFED (getselfed.org) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Self-Cock Appreciation Week 02:59 Courtney Brame's Journey and Initiatives 05:49 The Importance of Emotional Wellness for Men 09:07 Navigating Men's Sexual Health and Communication 11:56 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection 14:46 Breaking Down Stigmas Around Erectile Function 18:02 The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships 20:53 Self-Cock: A New Approach to Men's Wellness 23:50 Tools for Managing Stress and Emotional Health 27:08 The Future of Self and Community Engagement

JKS 55 The Misdiagnosis Drama of 2022Buried in the backyard. recorded over 2 years ago, 2 weeks before our trip to PCAP Palm Springs.If you hate cringy, raw, emotional podcasts, definitely skip this one.I don't cry in this one but there is a lot of processing. We didn't feel good about releasing earlier because we felt it too cringy for most listeners but,we were reminded of the importance of why we do what we do.Part 1We decided to get a second STI test done after not being able to get answers after a Dr appointment and were waiting to discuss results the following week.Then Dr wasn't able to see us IRL until a whole week after our phone diagnosis.Part 2Monday after the dr office test, we were told the diagnosis before our second test results by STDcheck.com came in and took steps to confirm diagnosis. Part 3While waiting to see the DR IRL friday, and after calling all our LS friends, the results from STDCheck came in NEGATIVE! When we saw the DR. she said the test she ran was misinterpreted & the sores she had were probably caused by something else but she didn't know what for sure.It turns out you had foliculitis and Myrsa most likely from a waxing appointmnt.We learned a lot from that experience.What new drama awaits as we prepare for another Swingcation? Stay tuned for the next episode. "Same Bat time. Same Bat channel!"We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .WE HIGHLY RESPECT THE FOLLOWING LIST OF CREATORS(FYI-we do not generate any form of compensation from our show. We do it for love & caring for ourselves and others. The following are people we believe in.)We encourage you to visit OPEN The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy https://www.open-love.org/follow @openloveorg If you would like to know more about Lifestyle vacations, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comMy Favorite app for building sex positive community & education is called Plura. you can find out more here...https://heyplura.com/faqFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.gov

This week, I sit down with Yogi, Podcast Host and Founder of Something Positive for Positive People, Courtney Brame. As a wellness coach, Courtney focuses a great deal with mens mental health as well as addressing the stigma of those who suffer from Herpes. We talk about understanding how men think of conflict to "fix it", when they also need to address the language of an issue. Also, how you can be supportive of your partner when he shares his feelings and what you can do when you feel that therapy would serve you both. To learn more about Courtney and to work with him directly, visit him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/courtneybrame/ And visit his website at: https://spfpp.org/podcast

In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia discuss this week's episode! We share our thoughts on our episode with the amazing emotional wellness practioner and founder of Something Positive For positive people, Courtney Brame - what we loved, what we learnt and what we're taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven't listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GCourtney BrameMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this fascinating conversation, Courtney brakes down STI and herpes stigma, and how stigma around herpes cause more harm for people than anything else about it. Courtney unpacks why sexual health is mental health, and how the shame and fear that can come alongside living with herpes and other STIs can manifest in depression and isolation. Courtney also discusses with Jayda communication around sex and intimacy, how to actually bring up conversations around sexual health, and how having foundational conversations about things like STI testing and whatever else, can actually lead to greater intimacy and better sex. Courtney also talks about how he works with men around emotional wellness, and the complexities of encouraging Black men to be vulnerable, and the duality of how opening up can be something beneficial, but when it's the opposite how they've been socialised that can bring up challenges. Lastly, somehow Courtney and Jayda got onto the topic of anime! They both geek out together but actually have a fascinating discussion about how Courtney feels anime is an amazing example of men inspiring emotional openness and navigating emotional hurdles. Follow Courtney Brame Follow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping PodcastMore on our guestSomething Positive for Positive People Courtney Brame is an Emotional Wellness Practitioner who runs the non-profit, Something Positive for Positive People, which supports people with herpes through the challenges of stigma. Courtney is also a yoga teacher and podcaster with a special focus on intimacy, and men's mental and sexual health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the male perspective on intimacy, dating, and relationships. Our guest shares his personal journey towards emotional intelligence and wholeness, providing valuable insights and practical advice for both men and women. We'll explore the importance of communication, the challenges of societal stereotypes, and the steps men can take to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Whether you're looking to understand your partner better or seeking to enhance your own emotional growth, this episode offers a candid and enlightening conversation on navigating the complexities of modern relationships. Don't miss out on hearing a genuine and thoughtful male perspective on love, vulnerability, and personal growth.Selfed - www.getselfed.orgHerpes support and Training for health professionals - www.spfpp.orgIG - Courtneybrame - Herpes support and stats and education

JKS 54 Hotwife OvernightWelcome back faithful listeners!It's our 7th PODIVERSARY!!!Who knew we'd still be doing this? Here it is,June 2024 and we are just now releasing stuff we recorded in 2023.lolWe spend a few minutes reflecting on where we have been, where we are, and where we might be heading in the future.We chat about Mrs. Sting, my Hotwife, being swept away on a Hotel Spa Weekend by a gentleman friend & some deeper questions that get stirred up in the process.We also took our Mic (my iPhone) on the road to celebrate the inaugural Non-Monogamy Day of Visibility that was held back in the Summer of 2023 to interview the creators and representatives of OPEN - The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy.Non-Monogamy WEEK of Visibility July 15-21Zoom workshops by friends of the show... "Is there a right way to do non-monogamy ?' hosted by Emma & Fin of Normalizing Non-Monogamy (register via Plura app)https://heyplura.com/events/wov-right-way-to-do-non-monogamy?r=fin224Panel Discussion on how to discuss Non-Monogamy to others in your family/social circles. Hosted by Naughty Gym & Casual Swinger podcast and the Expansive Connection Relationship Coaching Team. (Register via link.)https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdOCuqzkoHd3Y53UjDih8pdu7UFGzvM1o#/registrationListen to the episode of Normalizing Non-Monogamy we mention here...https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/post/episode341We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .WE HIGHLY RESPECT THE FOLLOWING LIST OF CREATORS(FYI-we do not generate any form of compensation from our show. We do it for love & caring for ourselves and others. The following are people we believe in.)We encourage you to visit OPEN The Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy https://www.open-love.org/follow @openloveorg If you would like to know more about Lifestyle vacations, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comMy Favorite app for building sex positive community & education is called Plura. you can find out more here...https://heyplura.com/faqFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.gov

JKS 53 Nudiversary BedcastWelcome back faithful listeners!Let's get a jump on summer as we issue this unreleased episode from our anniversary trip to a local nude resort last year.This is a bedcast, meaning you will be right there in bed with us, a cozy listener sandwich, as we chat about our weekend of nakedness.Try not to fall asleep!We hope you enjoy the show!Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!If you would like to know more about Lifestyle vacations, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comYou can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter or @justkeepswinging.bsky.socialemail at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .PLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and...Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.gov

What happens when you have a positive herpes test? Does it mean your sex life is over? How can you continue enjoying a non-monogamous lifestyle? Join Ashley Manta from CannaSexual, together with Courtney Brame, founder of Something Positive for Positive People, the passionate powerhouse behind a non-profit organization whose mission is to break down herpes stigma by spreading credible information. They share their expert knowledge on living your best non-monogamous life while navigating a positive STI diagnosis. You'll also hear personal stories, triumphs, and the lowdown on having the disclosure conversation. Plus, how cannabis can be a game-changer for managing symptoms and embracing self-love. Get ready for some real talk on STIs, non-monogamy, and a sprinkle of cannabis wisdom.

Living with Herpes as a man - let's talk about it.  A lot of men will say to me, "I know that you speak to women on the internet, but I resonate with so much of what you say. Are there any men out there speaking up for us?" On Raw, Real & Vulnerable this week  I have an incredible guest joining us named Courtney Brame. Courtney is the founder of the non-profit 'Something Positive For Positive People,' which is an organisation that supports individuals living with herpes using HOLISTIC approaches. His mission is to provide STIGMA-FREE communication skills and other resources to sexual health service providers. Courtney is a brilliant advocate in the herpes space, and an incredible and inspiring communicator, he is deep and vulnerable and he is SO FUNNY! Even if you do not resonate with the herpes conversation, this episode will still be hugely insightful for you.  Together we cover:

Does herpes have a bigger stigma than other STI's? Why does herpes have such a stigma in the black community? Join me for this insightful sexual health conversation with Courtney Brame, founder of Something Positive for Positive People! Courtney Brame Bio: Courtney Brame is the passionate founder of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP), a groundbreaking nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering individuals navigating herpes stigma. With a commitment to destigmatizing herpes and promoting open dialogue, Courtney hosts the SPFPP podcast, where he interviews people who bravely share their journeys of living with herpes. Beyond the podcast, Courtney is a staunch advocate for the integration of stigma-free communication interventions into sex education and STD prevention efforts. His advocacy extends to teaching and equipping individuals, healthcare providers, and sexual health organizations with the skills and knowledge to engage in empathetic, non-judgmental conversations about sexual health. Courtney's mission is to foster a world where discussions surrounding herpes are stigma-free and empowering, ultimately creating a more informed, compassionate, and supportive community. His work at SPFPP continues to inspire and uplift those affected by herpes stigma while driving positive change in sexual health education and awareness. Stay up to date with Courtney Brame: Website: https://www.spfpp.org Facebook:@spfpp Youtube:@spfpp IG: @courtneybrame_ Podcast: SPFPP Stay up to date with Sisters of Sexuality: Email: sistersofsexuality@gmail.com Instagram: @sistersofsexuality Facebook: @sexysostour Twitter: @sistersofsex Visit all of our sponsors: www.OrganicLoven.com I want to Thank you so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, would you please consider subscribing as a way of supporting the growth of this channel and allow us to keep informing, educating and entertaining you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sistersofsexuality/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sistersofsexuality/support

We catch up with our fave herpes educator Courtney Brame for some updates and additional facts about a common virus that many of us live with, and Elle had new experience with. Let's talk herpes again!1:00 he gets more topless-views3:00 a big herpes survey7:00 clinically massive outbreak11:00 sex workers + herpes 14:00 consented to not using barriers17:00 sexual infidelity is a possibility21:00 herpes location vs Type 1 or 223:00 why do lab tests during outbreak?26:00 20TALKSWIRL229:00 sex toy snafu, unrelated32:00 what is a “normal length” outbreak36:00 May 2024 results survey + St Louis MO40:00 how might one get herpes?43:00 can you get tested without an outbreak?47:00 sex as a polyam person51:00 Courtney got a sex toy too small54:00 jolihamilton.com58:00 a Feeld app match gone awry 1:03:00 saying no to sex1:06:00 $2.45Million lawsuit about herpes transmission1:15:00 elle0ellepdx on TTFind your guest on SPFPP.ORGFind your host Ellestanger.comListen on Podurama!Write to Elle about the show theytalksex@protonmail.comPromo code 20TALKSWIRL on Amazon for 20% off through November 28th - Kimono Swirl CondomsSponsored by JoliQuiz.com - for smarter relationship-opening 20TALKSWIRL2 for 20% off our suite of Swirl products on Amazon now until November 30th.See my $1 Behind-The-Scenes at Patreon.com/strangebedfellowsPlease rate and review this podcast :)

JKS 51 Four Friends & a FuneralWelcome back faithful listeners!Today we chat about the death of a dear non-monogamous friend.Maybe I should really say deaths.They weren't swingers but they were still our introduction to non-monogamy 30+ years ago. BFFs really. It caused many questions & possible scenarios.The uncertainty of life & the complex stories we leave behind that may be revealed or never get to be.Should we go to the funeral? Have we been discovered? If So, would our presence cause a distraction at the funeral? We worked through it, but thought we'd share.Oh...and I sing at the end. (so you have been warned!)Song...All My Life by K-Ci & JoJoThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comIf you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes. If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .If you would like to know more about Lifestyle vacations, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter @ClubEuphoria1 #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/ and...Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.gov

Quicky #25 comes from Season 2 Episode 11: #27 Sex with Herpes: Diagnosis to Disclosure (with Courtney Brame) Today, I chat with Courtney Brame, the Founder and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People. As a podcast, this serves as a hub of interviews with people living with genital herpes along with his own experiences navigating stigma from diagnosis to disclosure. As a nonprofit, SPFPP raises money to pay for people who are struggling with HSV stigma to receive therapy. After his own diagnosis in 2012, Courtney navigated the world identifying heavily with his diagnosis unconsciously as you'll hear more about in this episode. After finding community, all of his problems with dating and disclosure appeared to disappear. However, this made space for underlying concerns herpes had exposed. 1 was how many people despite having community and a space for finding love regardless of their HSV status wanting to end their lives. 2 was how true to himself he was able to be with these complete strangers who had one thing in common (knowing about his HSV status) versus how hidden he was with people who'd known him most of his life who did not know about his herpes status. We talk about living with herpes, from contracting the virus and receiving a diagnosis, to managing it, how it affects your masculinity and ultimately discussing it with and disclosing it to a partner. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cam-fraser/message

JKS 50 Dry January?Welcome back faithful listener!Join us for a New Years Eve picnic in our car during a severe rain storm.We do some catching up with the Stingers & plans for the new year.Ironically, we do a DRY JANUARY segment on the WETTEST DAY of the year by doing a taste test of some NON-ALCOHOLIC TEQUILA!Lyre's https://lyres.com/range/agave-blanco-spirit/Clean Co https://www.drinkclean.com/products/clean-t-non-alcoholicRitual https://www.ritualzeroproof.com/products/ritual-tequila-alternativeThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!If you would like to know more about Lifestyle vacations, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comor Naughty In New Orleans.You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.comor leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes. If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .PLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter @ClubEuphoria1 #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/ and...Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.gov

Ari interviews Herpes Awareness Advocate & Activist, Courtney Brame. Courtney and Ari chat about how a sex-averse society makes it easier for STI transmission, and Courtney gives advice on how to have casual, safer, communicative sex while being an STI-positive person. Burning Questions answered in this episode: Should you put your herpes status on your dating profile? How to handle rejection from partners after disclosing a positive STI status Why condoms and barrier methods misguide conversations around what's considered “safe” sex What is the STARS method of STI disclosure? How do we uncouple sex from pleasure, and pleasure from our own value to one another? Follow our guest, Courtney, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneybrame_/   ~Other guest links~ Something Positive for Positive People: https://www.spfpp.org/   Courtney's Podcast: https://www.spfpp.org/podcast   Episode deep dives, notes, and guest info: https://www.arielleantwine.com/sensuelle-podcast-episodes   __________   Leave your anonymous advice questions about sex, relationships, and previous episode topics for a chance to be answered during “Ask Ari” https://www.arielleantwine.com/ask-ari   Submit guest proposals, advertising inquiries, and sponsorship questions at sensuellepodcast@gmail.com   If you liked this episode, consider supporting us via donation to the Effing Foundation for Sex Positivity https://bit.ly/donate-sensuelle-podcast   __________   Follow SensuElle Podcast on social:   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sensuellepodcast/   TikTok  https://www.tiktok.com/@sensuellepodcast   YouTube https://bit.ly/SubscribeToSensuElle   __________ Mentions in this episode:   Subscribe to the SensuElle Newsletter for more resources https://www.arielleantwine.com/newsletter   Follow host Ari Antwine: https://www.instagram.com/sensuelle.education/   Coaching offers from Ari, ACS Sexologist https://www.arielleantwine.com/coaching

Ari interviews Sex Educator and STI testing & minimization activist, Courtney Brame (he/him). Courtney advocates for sex-positive, identity-affirming, stigma-reducing Sex Ed on his platform/podcast, “Something Positive for Positive People”. COurtney shares how he remained sex-positive and empowered after testing positive for Herpes in 2017.   Courtney and Ari chat about changing the conversation from “How many partners have you had?” to “When was your last STI test?”, prioritizing sexual safety and communication in relationships, and Courtney's larger mission of harm-reduction through judgement-free sex education for healthcare providers and those diagnosed “positive” with an STI.   Burning Questions answered in this episode: The difference between HSV1 (oral herpes) & HSV2 (genital herpes) How to navigate stigma, trauma and shame surrounding a positive STI diagnosis How to tell someone you have an STI (*sexually-transmitted infection — NOT ‘disease') Why trust and communication about your testing status is critical to new partnerships What are “Super Gonorrhea” and “Super Chlamydia”?   Follow our guest, Courtney, on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/courtneybrame_/   ~Other guest links~ Something Positive for Positive People: https://www.spfpp.org/   Courtney's Podcast: https://www.spfpp.org/podcast   Episode deep dives, notes, and guest info https://www.arielleantwine.com/sensuelle-podcast-episodes   __________   Leave your anonymous advice questions about sex, relationships, and previous episode topics for a chance to be answered during “Ask Ari” https://www.arielleantwine.com/ask-ari   Submit guest proposals, advertising inquiries, and sponsorship questions at sensuellepodcast@gmail.com   If you liked this episode, consider supporting us via donation to the Effing Foundation for Sex Positivity https://bit.ly/donate-sensuelle-podcast   __________   Follow SensuElle Podcast on social:   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sensuellepodcast/   TikTok  https://www.tiktok.com/@sensuellepodcast   YouTube https://bit.ly/SubscribeToSensuElle   __________ Mentions in this episode:   Subscribe to the SensuElle Newsletter for more resources https://www.arielleantwine.com/newsletter   Follow host Ari Antwine https://www.instagram.com/sensuelle.education/   Coaching offers from Ari, ACS Sexologist https://www.arielleantwine.com/coaching

Dr. Laurie discusses "Destigmatizing Herpes" w/ Courtney Brame. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News".

Trigger Warning: This episode mentions suicide and suicidal ideation  Courtney Brame, the founder of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP), sits down with guest-host Dr. Ina Park to discuss the ongoing need to foster spaces that destigmatize STI diagnoses. In the ninth year of his herpes (HSV-2) diagnosis, Courtney speaks on navigating life with the virus and what drove him to connect with people struggling with mental health issues as a result of their herpes status. What started as informally providing solidarity to those living with herpes, quickly became a podcast and platform for sharing the experiences of those battling societal stigma and self-shaming, creating pathways to disclosing their status and tools that can make waiting for a vaccine more manageable.   Courtney says that “sexual health is mental health.” He hopes to expand the mental health resources available to those living with herpes and use the collective stories of the SPFPP community to inform health care practices, especially the delivery of an HSV diagnosis. Courtney engages those living with a positive diagnosis and their allies to transform the stigma that often works to silence them.  Download the transcript of this episode. Have any questions, concerns, or love letters? Send us a message on Instagram @comingtogetherpod or email us at comingtogetherpod@ucsf.edu. Don't forget to leave us a review on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Show notes:   Donate to Something Positive for Positive People  SPFPP website   SPFPP podcast  HSV Survey results mentioned  Dr. Ina Park's Instagram, twitter, and website  Strange Bedfellow by Dr. Park   Penny for your thoughts campaign  Guest Bio:   Courtney Brame (he/him) is the founder of Something Positive for Positive People, a 501c3 nonprofit organization highlighting the intersections of sexual health and mental health stigma. After discovering that many people diagnosed with herpes struggled with suicide ideation, Brame decided to interview those living with herpes and share their stories with other folks navigating herpes stigma. Something Positive for Positive People also works to give health care professionals tools they can use to provide anti-stigmatizing, identity validating, sex-positive health care. Courtney also hosts a podcast, called Something Positive for Positive People, where you can hear these stories and experiences directly. 

The Iron Man Suit served Tony Stark very well to get him out of the unfortunate circumstance he was in. It definitely saved his life, but more importantly, outside looking in, it changed his life. When you take a much deeper look though, I am willing to argue that the suit didn't do anything at all. The creation of it came from Tony himself because he was present to his circumstances and out of recognition of his own needs, the Iron Man suit and persona was born. I've been struggling with integrating Honmychest into who I am as Courtney Brame, and all this time the answer was right here. I don't need to integrate something that came from within me. I need to remember that this creation served a purpose as a result of a situation I was present for, and recognized I had to become something more than what I believed myself capable of being in that moment. That moment has gone on for 5 years. 5 years of me challenging my beliefs of what I was capable of through the the experiences I had as honmychest only to realize none of those were possible without Courtney. Honmychest did for me what the Iron Man Suit did for Tony Stark. It was a pathway to Self. I ain't gathering infinity stones or anything like that, but I can confidently say that my Selfed path through the Honmychest suit has served its purpose as I explore one less external to cultivate my self image.

JKS 49 Palm Springs PCAP RecapWe Celebrated our 5 Year Podcastiversary by going to Podcast-A-Palooza in Palm Springs California. A Fun Swinging/Lifestyle event hosted by a handful of content creators & their fans with pool parties, seminars, theme dances and awesome participants !If you would like to know more, follow @PaloozaPodcast on social media or visit https://podcast-a-palooza.comThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community.  https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  and...Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies, Big Mouth & Sex Education on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.govhttps://themonogamishmarriage.com/https://www.naughtygym.com/You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria.Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/https://themonogamishmarriage.com/https://www.naughtygym.com/Casual Swinger/ Casual Toys Casualtoys.comSTDCheck   https://www.stdcheck.com/?coupon=10OffOrder&source=CJ&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=8861349&cjevent=d1f9472cd58611ec82ab00420a1c0e0d&cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXwwHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/ Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. 

Herpes, Mental Health, Suicide, Stigma Welcome back to Asking for Myself, where I ask all the questions you're too afraid to. Today we're talking all things herpes and mental health. In this episode, I am joined by Courtney Brame, the the Founder and Podcast Host of Something Positive for Positive People. This conversation is as much about herpes as it is about mental health and compassion. That being said, we do discuss suicide. If that is something you are sensitive to our triggered by, please proceed with caution. Why does your work focus so much on mental health? How have you navigated advocacy alongside self-compassion and care? How do you talk about suicide while balancing your own mental health? Why does the herpes stigma exist? Why is it considered so much “worse” than other STIs? Why do doctors not always recommend testing for herpes? What is the protocol and expectation for sharing a positive status? What is the responsibility on each of us to get tested? What could a more empowering experience look like for receiving a positive herpes diagnosis? Is it healthy or worth it to find “closure” on who you contracted herpes from? How can we support someone who has received a positive herpes diagnosis? How has COVID impacted STI testing, if at all? Suicide resources: Text ‘HELLO' to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for the National Suicide Lifeline. For LGBTQIA+ youth under 25, get 24/7 crisis intervention & suicide prevention lifeline support with The Trevor Project. Text ‘START' to 678678 or dial (866) 488-7386. Self-care & mental health resources: youfeellikeshit.com getmoodfit.com wysa.io Herpes-specific resources: Something Positive for Positive People Laureen HD YouTube Channel SexELducation Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/askingformyself/message

JKS 48 For Better or WorseTRIGGER WARNING! Since the last episode, we had our darkest moment so far in our 34+ year marriage. I'm not going to get into it here, but there is absolutely nothing sexy about this one.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-TALK (8255) changing to 988 6/22https://swingershelp.com/survey/https://swingershelp.com/swinging-lifestyle-podcasts/https://www.expansiveconnection.com/We are going to be celebrating our 35th Wedding Anniversary & our 5th Podcastiversary by attending Podcast-A-Palooza in Palm Springs June 3-6. Come join us! https://podcast-a-palooza.com/Thank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.  If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at... Normalizing Non-Monogamy podcast. https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcasthttps://themonogamishmarriage.com/https://www.naughtygym.com/Casual Swinger/ Casual Toys Casualtoys.comSTDCheck   https://www.stdcheck.com/?coupon=10OffOrder&source=CJ&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=8861349&cjevent=d1f9472cd58611ec82ab00420a1c0e0d&cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXwwHave you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/ Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. 

In this episode, DB chats with Courtney Brame, the Founder, ED, and Host of Something Positive for Positive People, a podcast and nonprofit organization that connects people navigating herpes stigma to support resources. They discuss herpes and STI stigma, how stigma impacts mental health, and Courtney's work at the intersection of sexual and mental health. Content warning: suicide.  --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 6 Team: Creator, Executive Producer, Sound Engineer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Co-Producer and Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Website: Evie Plumb --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 6 is Sponsored by: Clone-A-Willy, Lion's Den, Fun Factory, Uberlube, Beducated (http://beducate.me/bg2151-sexed-podcast), and Exsens. --- Love Sex Ed with DB? Email us at sexedwithdb@gmail.com. --- About the podcast: Sex Ed with DB is a feminist podcast bringing you all the sex ed you never got through unique and entertaining storytelling, centering LGBTQ+ and BIPOC experts. We discuss topics such as birth control, pleasure, LGBTQ+ health and rights, abortion, consent, BDSM, sex and disabilitity, HIV, sex in the media, and more. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb ---

JKS 47  SpanksgivingYet another catch-up episode. But you probably knew that already.We touch on our Holiday activities & our future plans and we finally had intercourse after a Marital Meltdown.We give you a few tips about attending PCAP2022.https://podcast-a-palooza.com/We suggest you follow The Monogamish Marriage & Naughty Gym on Twitter.I want to preface this by saying that you will often hear people say that you need a really strong relationship to be in the lifestyle & that the LS can break your marriage if you have any cracks in your relationship.Although this may have some truth in it, I assure you that NO marriage is perfect & that often the troubles have 0% to do with Swinging.The point is that marriage is a ton of work for many & there needs to be a willingness to do the hard work needed to keep it afloat.https://themonogamishmarriage.com/https://www.naughtygym.com/You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes. If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. Join their community. https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/ and...Bawdy Storytelling podcast https://bawdystorytelling.com/podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies, Big Mouth & Sex Education on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.gov

Challenging the status quo of the media, medical field, and internal belief systems about the identities of those living with a sexually transmitted infection, Courtney and his organization Something Positive for Positive People are bringing awareness to the interconnectedness of mental health and sexual health. We talk about herpes and other STI's, how to negotiate sexual play, and how to deal with shame and stigma.   Ads: - Lioness: Go to @slutsandscholars on insta for a chance to win a free Lioness or go buy one now at Lioness.io   - 65% off Beducated's yearly pass at http://beducate.me/sands Courtney: https://www.spfpp.org/   FOLLOW US  Twitter Instagram Facebook Send questions, comments, stories, rants to: SlutsAndScholars@gmail.com Sluts And Scholars is a production of sluts and scholars media.

JKS 46 Boos, Boobs, Boost & Boostered- We follow up on our adventures in October including a sexy Halloween Party with our tiny tribe & Mr.Sting's first experience using Viagra.-We also talk about a couple more games to play with your sexy friends including how THE GAME OF LIFESTYLE card game got everybody laid! https://www.gameoflifestyle.com/You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria.Follow them on Twitter @ClubEuphoria1 #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Have you or a loved one contracted Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/Other notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies, Big Mouth & Sex Education on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.gov

JKS 45 Summer LovinOne Word...Orgy!Mostly just another catch-up episode I'm afraid.We did a lot this summer while continuing to navigate the "Covid-Times"Thank you to all who we connected with over the past few months.Your friendship & support mean the world to us.You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria.Follow them on Twitter @ClubEuphoria1 #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govHave Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/

Today I'm excited to welcome Courtney Brame to the podcast. Courtney is the founder of Something Positive for Positive People,  a non-profit organization and podcast series on a mission to dissolve stigma, improve mental health, and promote minimization around sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Courtneys own journey began after getting a herpes diagnosis himself.  After feeling left in the dark with healthcare resources, he began talking to others online, and soon realized the ways in which STI diagnoses had effects on mental health. On the episode today we cover how we can better have sexual health conversations, and in turn, how we can have deeper, more connected and authentic sexual experiences. Courtney also shares how we can become better allies around stigma in general, and cultivate a better mindset around sexual, mental health, and the reality of STIs.  As a quick disclaimer, we do touch on the subject of suicide in this episode. If you are sensitive or triggered around this subject please skip through (14:00 - 19:30). We also have resources below if you are or know someone who is struggling.  As you'll hear in this episode, Courtney's work is dedicated to destigmatizing the connections within the worlds of sexual and mental health. You are not alone. Mental Health Resources: Text ‘HELLO' to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for the National Suicide Lifeline. For LGBTQIA+ youth under 25, get 24/7 crisis intervention & suicide prevention lifeline support with The Trevor Project. Text ‘START' to 678678 or dial (866) 488-7386.HSV Resources: Our episode with Emily Depasse : Herpes, Coldsores, and DatingConnect with Courtney Brame:@honmychestSomething Positive for Positive PeopleConnect with Bedside:@thebedsidewww.thebedside.coBe sure to rate, review, and share this episode with a friend!

STDs are on the rise again in the US. So it's no surprise to see prevention campaigns everywhere. But, what happens when prevention efforts fail and someone tests positive? What happens when that positive is for an incurable (but treatable) STD like herpes? Join Dr. Wendasha and Courtney Brame, creator of Something Positive for Positive People, as they discuss navigating life after herpes. Connect with Courtney Brame: https://www.spfpp.org/ https://www.facebook.com/honmychest/ IG: @HonMyChest

As a society, we do a poor job with sexual health and STI education. In this episode, I'm interviewing Courtney Brame, founder and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP.org), a 501c3 nonprofit organization advocating for the integration of post-STI diagnosis support resources and STD prevention efforts while connecting people struggling with STI stigma to mental health resources. The podcast features interviews with people living primarily with herpes about their experiences from diagnosis to disclosure. We discuss stigma, discrimination, what to do post-diagnosis, communication about your diagnosis, and much more in our open chat about STIs.

What happens when people get a positive diagnosis for Herpes? Our guest, Courtney Brame, is the founder of the nonprofit organization (and podcast of the same name) Something Positive for Positive People, which focuses on creating community & mental health support for people dealing with HSV+ diagnoses. Theo, Courtney, and Sarah talk about what we know about STI stigma, how it affects our relationships with our selves and our partners, and ways that the medical community (and our own communities) can better support everyone affected by a Herpes diagnosis. Something Positive for Positive People: https://www.spfpp.org/ Courtney Brame on Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and Reddit: @HonMyChest Something Positive for Positive People on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/honmychest Show Links & Transcript: http://bit.ly/SiPodcastLinks  Website: http://bit.ly/SocialIntercoursePodcast  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/socialintercourse Sarah Sloane's website: https://www.sarahsloane.net

JKS 44 Pandemic BluesOur March episode....3 months in the making! HA HA! Sorry, it is a bit dated now that the pandemic is waning.But if you are still interested in a raw, somewhat sad catch up with our lives & pandemic struggles, listen on. On the bright side,there is a musical treat (or is it torture?) at the end.Thanks for listening & cringe away!You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govHave Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/

This week we tackle something that most of the human population can relate to... herpes. Like many STI's there is a lot of stigma around herpes and many of us don't actually understand what it entails until we find out we have it. We are joined this week by Courtney Brame, the founder of Something Positive for Positive People, a revolutionary resource to educate and create a community for connection and support.  Resources: @honmychest https://www.spfpp.org/podcast

You just found out you have herpes... now what? Your friend just told you they have herpes... now what?This episode explains it all! Today I am joined with Courtney Brame Founder & Podcast Host @honmychest.  Regarding STIs in general they are not something that happens overnight and the next day you'll see something occurring, STIs evolve over time. In fact, Most STIs don't show symptoms/signs right away. Genital herpes typically lives at the base of the spine, the virus lives in the nerves and then presents itself onto the skin.How to manage herpes outbreaks:-Nutrition & mindful eating-Movement (Try yoga!)-Stress management Advice:-"I think it's important for everybody to take the time to see how their own body is going to react to this" -Courtney Brame- Accept your diagnosis, start disclosing to family and friends when you are ready.-When disclosing to potential partners, communicate & explore compatibility/desires.-Have safe sex!-Find your community (Dating site for people who have herpes)Connect with Courtney BrameInstagram: @honmychestSomething Positive For Positive People Website: https://www.spfpp.org/*SPFPP Mission: Something Positive for Positive People is a 501c3 Non Profit organization that connects people who are struggling with their herpes diagnosis to mental health, community support, and education resources in order to help them navigate the stigma.Connect with Rachel!Instagram: @The_Rachel_MaineWebsite: https://linktr.ee/WellnessSexpertiseFacebook: Rachel MaineFacebook Group: Owning Your Sexual Self Email: therachelmaine@gmail.com

Mr. Courtney Brame of the Something Positive for Positive People charity and podcast takes a hosting break to join me for a discussion about his own experiences, ethical non monogamy, Lil Wayne, boundaries, how to get Top 5 group chat status (listen up, fellas!) and the most popular reportable STI in North America - let's talk about chlamydia, baby! ⭐ Find Courtney on IG @HOnMyChest --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/positivelypositive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/positivelypositive/support

JKS 43 Poly-Morph with Dylan ThomasThis episode marks our most extravagant show and took almost 4 years, about $400 in production fees and an entire year of editing to create....Please try not to fall asleep listening to it!I sat down on a lazy, rainy Sunday back in the beginning of 2020 & had a man-to-man chat with Dylan Thomas of Life on the Swingset Podcast Fame.Dylan graciously answered my questions about when people & relationships morph from swinging to a more polyamorous identity.As you may know, I lean toward the Poly end of the spectrum but have questions & doubts about how I would navigate it and how that would work in my life.Sit back, relax and enjoy a Letterkenny (on HULU) themed flashback and Dylan's ASMR contribution to our show.You can find Dylan on most Socials as Dylan the Thomas or search Life on the Swingset.You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria. Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships? Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govDo you or a loved one have Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/

We're back with Season 2 of The Sex Agenda! In Episode 1, we chat with Courtney Brame (he/they) about herpes stigma and mental health. Courtney is the founder and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People, a non-profit organisation that connects people who are struggling with their herpes diagnosis to mental health, community support, and education resources in order to help them navigate the stigma.In this episode, we give a round up of the latest sexual health and world news including  racial inequalities of COVID-19 and STI testing.TW: this episode includes discussion of mental health and suicideWhat do you think of the podcast? We want to know what you've enjoyed or not enjoyed, what you've learnt and how we can improve - your feedback could help us secure funding for Season 3! Share your feedback here: https://k6h3dy9xmnz.typeform.com/to/g7dpVNQ8 You can check out the full references on our website.---The Sex Agenda is a podcast created by Decolonising Contraception collective, an interdisciplinary collective of Black and people of colour, working across sexual and reproductive health (SRH) . Hosted by Edem Ntumy - community engagement officer and Dr Annabel Sowemimo community sexual & reproductive health doctor. Each episode gives a round up of sexual health news, social justice issues and focuses on the work of those working to dismantle the everyday prejudice in our sector. Series edited by Veronique Belinga.

This week we bring on the charming Courtney Brame to talk about his journey through Herpes Positivity - and how he has grown from it. He talks to us about the common reactions people face when they have a positive test result, how it doesn't have to be the end of the world - and how, in fact, it can be the start of a more communicative approach to life and relationships. He also touches on how to best navigate the stigma people face everyday.  You should absolutely check out his non-profit here: https://www.spfpp.org/ Or follow him on Instagram here!

Courtney Brame founded Something Positive for Positive People after his own herpes diagnosis and through his non-profit and podcast, he shares real stories and resources for people with positive STI diagnoses. He joins us to discuss shame, stigma, dating, suicide prevention and more including: How he felt when he was first diagnosed How he navigated the dating world post-diagnosis How people respond when he shares his positive status How to disclose to a new partner How herpes serves as a compass for the body and self-care The costs of herpes jokes How we can reduce the shame and stigma How to build a support system after a diagnosis Check out the Something Positive for Positive People Podcast. Follow Courtney on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. This podcast has been sponsored by Let'sGetChecked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!       If you've got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone's headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & Stitcher! Rough Transcript: This is a computer-generated rough transcript, so please excuse any typos. This podcast is an informational conversation and is not a substitute for medical, health or other professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the services of an appropriate professional should you have individual questions or concerns. EPISODE 198: Dating with Herpes: Disclosure, Stigma & Healing (00:05): You're listening to the Sex with Dr. Jess podcast. Sex and relationship advice you can use tonight. Brandon (0:18): Welcome to the Sex with Dr. Jess podcast, I'm your co host Brandon Ware here with my always lovely other half, Dr Jess. Dr. Jess (0:26): Feeling somewhat lovely this morning. I feel like we're getting into our 2021 groove. And you know if we go back to the Dionne Roberts podcast on rest, I've been getting more rest and sleep than I ever have in my life. I think I'm growing. I think I'm an inch taller. Brandon (0:41): I'm gonna attribute it in all seriousness to shutting my phone off earlier, making that commitment. And I've been trying to stick to it in 2021. I mean we're only a short time into that, but having that alarm set on my phone or whatever the setting is, to shut off my phone, is really I think helping me sleep. Dr. Jess (01:01): So we're getting more sleep, but my sleeps are a little bit tormented. I feel like my body is still adjusting to this whole eight hours plus sleep, like I think my body was more used to five and now it's like after five hours, even though we're going to bed earlier, I'm waking up. But I think it's getting us into a groove. I don't know it feels good in the body. Brandon (01:21): I agree. It feels good. Almost embarrassed to admit how early we have gone to bed some nights Dr. Jess (01:25): Don't tell the people. Brandon (01:27): We used to have dinner later. Dr. Jess (01:29): We used to go to remember, we used to make fun of the people who went to the club before eleven when we were young? Brandon (01:35): You're going to the club at at ten thirty, eleven? What's wrong with you? Dr. Jess (01:40): Now, we're fast asleep, fourth cycle of REM. I don't know how that works, so don't quote me on that. Today, we are going to be chatting with an old friend of the podcast who is really doing incredible work in this field via his nonprofit organization, "Something Positive for Positive People". And so he helps to provide therapy and support to folks who are diagnosed with herpes, and other STIs. And through his podcast, he shares his own story of diagnosis and the stories of other people who are diagnosed. And if you tune in or follow Courtney, his name's Courtney Brame,

Courtney Brame founded Something Positive for Positive People after his own herpes diagnosis and through his non-profit and podcast, he shares real stories and resources for people with positive STI diagnoses. He joins us to discuss shame, stigma, dating, suicide prevention and more including: How he felt when he was first diagnosed How he navigated the dating world post-diagnosis How people respond when he shares his positive status How to disclose to a new partner How herpes serves as a compass for the body and self-care The costs of herpes jokes How we can reduce the shame and stigma How to build a support system after a diagnosis Check out the Something Positive for Positive People Podcast. Follow Courtney on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. This podcast has been sponsored by Let’sGetChecked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!

JKS 42 Cabin in the WoodsIn this final episode of 2020, we share yet another real, raw conversation as we weigh the pros & cons of going away for a weekend in the woods with our closest Lifestyle friends.Mrs. Sting was very apprehensive about going but we really needed a break from our Pandemic weary home & work life.Mr.Sting shares what he misses the most during this pandemic. Guess what? It's not sex!We reference the HULU Show, "What We Do in The Shadows" and games "XXX Truth or Dare", "Cards Against Humanity" and "The Game of Lifestyle" card game.If you have questions about STIs/STDs and discussing them, please scroll down in the show notes for links.You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria.Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.comgettested.cdc.govHave Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/

Courtney Brame, the founder and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People, shares his story about life after testing positive for an STI. We talk dating and sex after a diagnosis, disclosing your STI status and more. Listen to the tenth episode in our series about infections of the genital tract to learn more. Get your copy of Tips For Preparing For Your Next Women's Exam HERE!  Follow Courtney Brame on Instagram, check out his website, or email him at courtney@spfpp.org   Listen to Something Positive for Positive People Podcast! Other Resources on Instagram:  @postive_results_US @sexelducation  @safe.slut  Check out this Ted Talk with Evelin Decker. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram Email: JordanDnelle@VaginasVulvasandVibrators.com

In this episode, we are joined by Courtney Brame to talk about how he has harnessed his energy to improve the mental health for people living with genital herpes and other sexually transmitted infections. He shares with us his history and how he got to doing what he does. His website can be found at https://www.spfpp.org/ and he can be found on Instagram @HOnMyChest. I think you'll find this to be very informative - we know that we did!

JKS 41 To Tell & Kiss A couple of discussions on STI education, disclosure & oral herpes.I have to be honest, this was a tough one to release in that, true to the off the cuff, diary nature of our show, there are details and wording I wish we had included or done better.I did my best to address some of these in the intro and addendum. On the fun side...we compare our podcast to bratwurst & took some poles...oops, polls, and even a bit about a wishful STI prevention method thanks to Gilligan's Island.First we discuss whether people should do more research about STIs when they get into the LS. I realize now that we use a lot of jargon that newer people may not understand.We also talk about how we wind up discussing our experience with complete strangers.In the second half, we share a kiss at a party that opens up a new challenge and exposes feelings of hypocrisy.If you have questions about STIs/STDs and discussing them, please scroll down in the show notes for links.You can reach Mr.Sting at @JKSwingingPod on Twitter, email at JustKeepSwingingPod@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 707-68SWING.If you like our show and the perspective we provide, PLEASE give us a positive review on iTunes.If you don't like us, say nothing and just move along .LOLThank You for listening, and "Just Keep Swinging"!Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=StingersPLEASE HELP spread THE EUPHORIA EFFECT by visiting their site Toledo Adult Parties or better yet, becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/ClubEuphoria.Follow them on Twitter  @ClubEuphoria1  #TheEuphoriaEffectFascinated about swinging and other kinds of open or sex positive relationships?Go listen to our friends at ...Normalizing Non Monogamy podcast. and...Bawdy Storytelling podcastOther notes: We recommend watching Embarrassing Bodies & Big Mouth on Netflix for relaxing the grip of stigma, fear and poor sexual & relationship education. Other resources to consider...American Sexual Health association- ASHAsexualhealth.org @infoASHAThe- nationalcoalitionforsexualhealth.org @NCSH_stdcheck.com @STDcheckmylabbox.com  letsgetchecked.com gettested.cdc.govHave Herpes or another STI and are looking for resources on coping with your diagnosis? Search IG for Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.visit https://www.spfpp.org/

Today, I chat with Courtney Brame, the Founder and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People. As a podcast, this serves as a hub of interviews with people living with genital herpes along with his own experiences navigating stigma from diagnosis to disclosure. As a nonprofit, SPFPP raises money to pay for people who are struggling with HSV stigma to receive therapy. After his own diagnosis in 2012, Courtney navigated the world identifying heavily with his diagnosis unconsciously as you'll hear more about in this episode. After finding community, all of his problems with dating and disclosure appeared to disappear. However, this made space for underlying concerns herpes had exposed. 1 was how many people despite having community and a space for finding love regardless of their HSV status wanting to end their lives. 2 was how true to himself he was able to be with these complete strangers who had one thing in common (knowing about his HSV status) versus how hidden he was with people who'd known him most of his life who did not know about his herpes status. We talk about living with herpes, from contracting the virus and receiving a diagnosis, to managing it, how it affects your masculinity and ultimately discussing it with and disclosing it to a partner. Key Points: - Courtney's experience receiving a diagnosis of HSV - Grappling with a diagnosis - Outbreaks and managing the virus - Masculinity and sexual confidence - Changing beliefs and combating stigma - Something Positive for Positive People podcast - Communication, intimacy and sexuality - STI/STD testing - Sexual health and ethnicity Relevant Links: Courtney's Instagram: @Honmychest Courtney's Tumblr: @HOnMyChest Courtney's Reddit: @HOnMyChest Courtney's Facebook Page: Something Positive for Positive People

Podcasting has brought so much to my life, both as someone who loves hearing others’ stories and as someone who wants to learn from the experiences of others. Hearing an array of experiences is what makes This is Not What I Ordered so powerful to me, and to listeners, as well.   Today’s episode touches a bit on how podcasting is a form of therapy — both for the hosts, the guests, and the listeners. It also combines conversations about podcasting, chronic illness, and life in quarantine with two past guests: Monica Michelle and Courtney Brame. This conversation is full of fun banter and deep, powerful conversations.   What I appreciate most about this conversation is that Monica and Courtney don’t shy away from sharing their own experiences during the pandemic, as well as prior to the pandemic. It’s so important to see how we all experience life through the lenses of our chronic conditions, as well as through our human lenses. I hope you find this conversation as refreshing and insightful as I did.

In this episode Courtney Brame dives into sharing his life with genital herpes diagnosis. He takes us through his journey of working through internal conflict and becoming more than his diagnosis. He shares how his experience has propelled him to  help others to do the same via his organization and podcast.  *** Episode Highlights The value in recognizing our patterns  The underlying reasons for not being bothered  How herpes diagnosis can help you heal from rejection  How genital herpes impacts sexual intimacy Seeing yourself aside from herpes  Healing power in groups  Facing avoidance, feelings and rejection as a man  Going through the healing process as a black man with genital herpes *** Special Guest: Courtney Brame Instagram Website Something Positive for Positive People Podcast *** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website  

The harm caused by herpes simplex viruses (HSV) 1 & 2 often arises not from the pathology of the viruses themselves but rather from the stigma and shame associated with a positive diagnosis. In this episode, we attempt to lay a clear foundation for understanding not only how these viruses work but also what occurred to change the perception of them from “innocuous infection” to “dreaded disease”. Starting us off with his firsthand account is the incredible Courtney Brame, founder and host of Something Positive for Positive People, a non-profit organization and podcast that aims to provide community support, healing resources, and educational discussions around positive HSV and other STI diagnoses as well as larger issues in sexuality and physical and mental health. We then dive into the meat of the episode, tackling such questions as “how do these viruses hide out in your body?”, “what kind of treatment is available?”, “where did these viruses even come from?” and “why is there such a huge amount of stigma and what can we do about it?”. To help us address this last question is our other fantastic guest, Dr. Ina Park, Associate Professor, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and Medical Consultant, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We chat with Dr. Park about her new book, Strange Bedfellows, when to have “the talk” with your kids, and how we as individuals can break down some of the shame surrounding a positive STI diagnosis. To learn more about Something Positive for Positive People, head to the website spfpp.org or check out the SPFPP podcast wherever you get your podcasts! You can also follow Courtney on Instagram: @honmychest. And don’t forget to pre-order Dr. Ina Park’s upcoming book Strange Bedfellows: Adventures in the Science, History, and Surprising Secrets of STDs, expected February 2021. You can find out more about Dr. Park and her work on her website or by following her on Twitter: @InaParkMD or Facebook: Ina Park. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Six Minute Sex Ed, the podcast that helps people talk about sex, relationships, and growing up. Created and hosted by Sex Education Teacher Kim Cavill. Find her at www.teaandintimacy.com - https://twitter.com/sexposparenting - https://www.instagram.com/sixminutesexed/ This week’s episode is level two, making it perfect for tweens, teens, and adults. This is a special episode where I interview Courtney Brame, Founder of Something Positive for Positive People, a podcast and nonprofit organization fighting STI stigma. Courtney and I talk about living with Herpes Type 2, how medical providers can better serve people in their care, how parents and caring adults can talk to young people about STIs, and the fact that STIs are common, manageable conditions…but the stigma associated with them is life-threatening. Listen to the Something Positive for Positive People podcast here: https://www.spfpp.org/podcast Donate to Something Positive for Positive people here: https://www.spfpp.org/ Resources: https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/default.htm https://thestiproject.com/hsv2-resources-info-herpes-simplex-2/ Thanks for listening! If you have a question for the question box, email me at sixminutesexed@gmail.com

Dr. Timaree’s guest in quarantine is Courtney Brame, the Founder and Podcast Host of Something Positive for Positive People. It’s a podcast that started as a suicide prevention resource for people navigating a herpes diagnosis. Now it’s a sex-positive nonprofit organization that helps connect people navigating stigma heal through the experiences of people with similar experiences. … Continue reading →

Ashley welcomes back Courtney Brame to break down and debunk the myths and stigmas that exist around living with HSV-1 or HSV-2 (herpes). They discuss living with herpes, overcoming shame and living positively while positive. To learn more about and support Courtney Brame and Something Positive for Positive People, visit www.spfpp.org Something Positive for Positive People Podcast is available on all players and through the site: www.spfpp.org/podcast Courtney's Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit: @HonMyChest To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual For Ashley's online courses including her new Dirty Talk course, visit Elevated Intimacy Academy at http://www.elevatedintimacy.com Special thanks to our sponsors Foria and Sybian! Visit http://imp.i168918.net/dmoAy to get some Foria CBD products! If you have comments or ideas for future episodes, please email podcast@elevatedintimacy.com Please like, subscribe, share, and review!

The Revolutionary of the Year- Courtney Brame joins the show. We honor him for his work to dispel the myths surrounding those who have been diagnosed with Herpes. His organization and podcast, Something Positive for Positive People work to help people diagnosed with HSV 1 or 2 navigate the stigma that world places on people. Courtney is the best us. He is selfless and works tireless to correct the narrative. He is notes that his diagnosis was a watershed moment in his life. It taught him to slow down and revealed that his trauma was far greater than his diagnosis and that is was time to go to work. This show is a must listen.

Why is talking about our sexual health such a taboo topic? How can we overcome feelings of shame and negative stigma surrounding sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)? Our host Lexi Sylver invites Courtney Brame, the founder of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP), for an open and personal discussion about sexual health. Courtney shares his personal experience receiving a positive herpes diagnosis and why he was inspired to start his podcast to discuss others’ stories about their positive diagnoses. He explains how having an STI or an STD doesn’t mean the end of your sex life. Courtney suggests the best ways to inform yourself and who to talk to about your physical and mental health, good ways to disclose your positive status to your current partner(s) and potential new partner(s) and what to do when you get diagnosed. Lexi and Courtney answer Letters to Lexi and offer advice on safe sex, navigating disclosure and more.

Ashley is joined by Courtney Brame, founder of Something Positive for Positive People. Courtney shares his perspective as a self-identified "human with blackness" and Ashley notes some of the anti-racist resources that have been shared by anti-racist educators via social media. Courtney recommends first listening to Episode 134 of Something Positive for Positive People: https://www.spfpp.org/podcast/spfpp-episode-134-do-better-and-different-inconvenience-yourself To learn more about and support Courtney Brame and Something Positive for Positive People, visit www.spfpp.org Something Positive for Positive People Podcast is available on all players and through the site: www.spfpp.org/podcast Courtney's Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit: @HonMyChest Some anti-racism resources mentioned: 13th Documentary: avaduvernay.com/13th Donate to Campaign Zero: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/ White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo: https://www.kizzysbooksandmore.com/book/9780807047415 Time Magazine article on Intersectionality featuring Kimberlé Crenshaw: https://time.com/5786710/kimberle-crenshaw-intersectionality/ Directory of Community Bail Funds: https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/nbfn-directory To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsors Foria and Sybian. If you have comments or ideas for future episodes, please email podcast@elevatedintimacy.com Please like, subscribe, and review!

Courtney Brame is the Founder of Something Positive for Positive People a podcast and non-profit that started as a suicide prevention resource for people navigating a herpes diagnosis. It's evolved to offer resources and facilitate emotional healing and community building for those facing stigma and shame around sexuality and STIs at large. We talk about his experience with identity as a “sex-positive, black, non-monogamous man from the mid-west.” What is it about STIs that drives people to feel so small and isolated? Topics include trauma, vulnerability, the importance of anchoring in your values, sexuality, inner work, and disclosure. If you’re in a place where you don’t know who you are anymore, congratulations! Listen to this episode to relieve yourself from the pressures of shame and stigma and remember that you are not alone. Your identity cannot be boxed into a label, and certainly not a diagnosis!To connect with Courtney, find him on IG @honmychest or visit spfpp.org and donate to his organization.Reach out on IG @shoshanna_raven, explore my coaching offerings at shoshannaraven.com and please support the podcast by rating, reviewing, and sharing with friends! Thank you and enjoy the episode! *Check out EP 21 for Courtney's extended interview on race and the Black Lives Matter movement*

Courtney Brame is back for part two to speak to current events around racial justice and equality and the Black Live Matters movement. He is the founder of Something Positive for Positive People, a podcast and non-profit fighting stigma and shame around sexuality and STIs. On this episode, you will hear a vulnerable and uncomfortable conversation around racism, activism, and the parallels between herpes and race, and I hope it empowers you to have more of these important discussions in your own life. Courtney offers an important message for anyone asking, “what can I do,” and invites you to aim not just to do better, but to do differently, become comfortable with conflict, get angry, and inconvenience yourself. Connect with Courtney @honmychest on IG, and listen to his podcast and donate at https://www.spfpp.org/. To support the Living Brave podcast and help this message reach more people, please rate and review on Apple Podcast, and share it out! Connect with me on IG @shoshanna_raven and let me know you’re listening. Join the Living Brave Community on FB to continue the conversation and for bonus content, and explore signature coaching programs and other offerings at shoshannaraven.com.

Someone you should know: Courtney Brame. He's the founder of the platform Something Positive for Positive People.  He's also open about his experience living with Herpes. So we dive in and talk about why herpes is still the butt of the all the jokes, what he felt after receiving his diagnosis, what successful disclosure looks like and the work he does to remove the stigma around STIs. Tune in now. Do you have any questions for us? Did you learn something during today's episode? Did you change your mind about a particular topic?  Let us us know. Email us your questions/comments/feedback at letstalkbruh@gmail.com and we'll read and respond to your email on an upcoming episode.  Resources for you: Free std testing near me Vivent Health Follow Courtney on IG and Twitter Check out Something Positive for Positive People. Follow Let's Talk Bruh on Twitter & Instagram Join our Men's Facebook Group here: Let's Talk Bruh Facebook Group Subscribe to the Let's Talk Bruh YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsa2wXlKMWlpAER8v16zXZw

JKS 38 Something PositiveThis is a rare one!  We shared interviews with Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.We heard about him from a Normalizing Non Monogamy Podcast resource suggestion and just had to reach out once we heard his show episode #00. Since then, his episode on their show has also been published so check it out there as one of their Focus Friday episodes.For more information visit https://www.spfpp.org/Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=Stingers

JKS 38 Something PositiveThis is a rare one!  We shared interviews with Courtney Brame from the Podcast & Non-Profit "Something Positive for Positive People". A resource for fighting stigma and shame, while finding community & emotional healing for people living with Herpes & other STIs.We heard about him from a Normalizing Non Monogamy Podcast resource suggestion and just had to reach out once we heard his show episode #00. Since then, his episode on their show has also been published so check it out there as one of their Focus Friday episodes.For more information visit https://www.spfpp.org/Curious about the Swinger Dating site DOUBLE DATE NATION? Get a free trial ! Use promo code STINGERS.https://app.doubledatenation.com/register?coupon=Stingers

Courtney Brame is the Founder and Podcast Host of Something Positive for Positive People, a podcast that started as a suicide prevention resource for people navigating a herpes diagnosis. Now it's a sex-positive nonprofit organization that helps connect people navigating stigma heal through the experiences of people with similar experiences. He is also a Spokesperson for Dating.com. Connect: - Online - www.spfpp.org- Instagram/Twitter/Tumblr/Reddit: @HOnMyChest (Pronounced "H On My Chest")- Facebook: Something Positive for Positive People- Podcast available on all podcast platforms and at www.spfpp.org/podcast About Us: www.aboutsexpodcast.com  Angela Skurtu is a licensed marriage and family therapist and an AASECT certified sex therapist. She is author of the books "Pre-Marital Counseling: A Guide for Clinicians," and "Helping Couples Overcome Infidelity." Her second book released in 2018.  Get marriage therapy and sex therapy in the St Louis area with Angela Skurtu LMFT M.Ed. at: www.therapistinstlouis.com

Welcome to Episode 4 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. Today we continue our discussion around sexual health with the Courtney Brame, the founder of the non-profit and podcast Something Positive for Positive People. Through his non-profit and podcast, Courtney is creating a resource to help people diagnosed with an STI feel less alone and less stigmatized as well as to let them know they have support in navigating dating and conversations around STIs. We discuss his story, including his diagnosis with herpes, tips for bringing up a STI diagnoses with potential partners, and how we can all help destigmatize STIs. You aren’t going to want to miss this one! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

61 year old Theresa, retired nurse/Salisbury, NC resident was diagnosed with HSV-1 and 2 after discovering her husband of 32 years' infidelity with men. That, on top of her diagnosis was the catalyst that led her to leaving that marriage where according to him, she 'had gotten what she deserved'. Theresa immediately recognized the mental hold the stigma behind herpes would have on her if she didn't do something about it quickly. She decided to be open about her status and put energy into doing things she enjoyed. She began dating within and outside the community, refusing to limit her options. In doing that, she met her now husband of 7 years. He was a muggle (someone without the condition of their potential suitor borrowed from the world of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter). Theresa's main takeaways are to not let the stigma define you, go be happy, when you get tested or get a partner tested, be sure to be assertive in your request and ask for a full panel which includes herpes testing so that you know your status. You're not a virus, you HAVE a virus! Your person is out there and you shouldn't limit out half your options by dating only individuals who share your condition. BAM there's the title. No Limits! Theresa's story is one that confirms our experiences in the moment equip us for what is to come to us so that we're prepared for it. Whether good or bad, how we perceive the experience really affects how we live life. We shouldn't put limitations on our happiness. We cut off entire worlds of possibilities in doing that. Be vulnerable. It's ok. There's strength there. I can be found on Instagram, Twitter and Tumblr @HonMyChest. I'm also Courtney Brame on Facebook. You can't miss me, my cover photo is the podcast logo.

61 year old Theresa, retired nurse/Salisbury, NC resident was diagnosed with HSV-1 and 2 after discovering her husband of 32 years' infidelity with men. That, on top of her diagnosis was the catalyst that led her to leaving that marriage where according to him, she 'had gotten what she deserved'. Theresa immediately recognized the mental hold the stigma behind herpes would have on her if she didn't do something about it quickly. She decided to be open about her status and put energy into doing things she enjoyed. She began dating within and outside the community, refusing to limit her options. In doing that, she met her now husband of 7 years. He was a muggle (someone without the condition of their potential suitor borrowed from the world of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter). Theresa's main takeaways are to not let the stigma define you, go be happy, when you get tested or get a partner tested, be sure to be assertive in your request and ask for a full panel which includes herpes testing so that you know your status. You're not a virus, you HAVE a virus! Your person is out there and you shouldn't limit out half your options by dating only individuals who share your condition. BAM there's the title. No Limits! Theresa's story is one that confirms our experiences in the moment equip us for what is to come to us so that we're prepared for it. Whether good or bad, how we perceive the experience really affects how we live life. We shouldn't put limitations on our happiness. We cut off entire worlds of possibilities in doing that. Be vulnerable. It's ok. There's strength there. I can be found on Instagram, Twitter and Tumblr @HonMyChest. I'm also Courtney Brame on Facebook. You can't miss me, my cover photo is the podcast logo.

Tori chats with Courtney Brame, founder of Something Positive for Positive People, a hub if sex positive resources. Starting in 2017 as a podcast featuring interviews from people living with herpes and HIV about their experience, it has evolved into uplifting organizations that provide sexual health resources, sex therapists and dating/relationship experts in addition to experiences from those living with STIs. You can find Courtney on IG, Twitter, Tumblr & Reddit @honmychest. Follow the hashtags #spfpp & #staysexpositive.

Wow Ignite Intimacy Community!!! What an honor and amazing experience it was to record this episode LIVE from the SXSW stage in Austin TX this weekend!! Tune in for an open, transparent, empowering conversation about sexual health, STD testing, receding a positive STI diagnosis and how to take care of yourself, how and when to disclose your STI status and dispelling the myths and stigmas around STI screening and Herpes on Episode 108 of Ignite Intimacy! And, THANK YOU for tuning in week after week. We love you and wouldn’t be here without your love and support!!  Please subscribe on iTunes and leave us a rating and review so that more people can know about this podcast!   About Our Guests:   Courtney Brame:   Courtney is a podcast host who has coordinated a space of understanding for other humans living with and/or affected by sexually transmitted infections. He hopes that sharing his experiences can help others find a new, positive perspective and flourish despite their diagnoses. Connect: Instagram: @HOnMyChest Tumblr: @HOnMyChest Reddit: @HOnMyChest Facebook Page: Something Positive for Positive People Twitter: @HOnMychest Podcast Site   Ashley Manta:   Ashley Manta has become a sought-after authority on mindfully combining sex and cannabis as part of her CannaSexual® brand. As a professional sex educator and coach, she helps people navigate these topics to make sure they are interacting, loving, and feeling their best in and out of the bedroom.  Connect: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram: @cannasexual   Lauren Weiniger:     Lauren is the founder of The Safe App, the app that keeps you and your sexual health in check.   Connect: Website Facebook Instagram: @thesafeapp

Courtney Brame joins Jess and Brandon to talk about sex, relationships and dating after an STI diagnosis. He shares insights on how to disclose, provides advice on sexual communication and talks about stigma, suicide and self-worth. Follow Courtney on... Twitter Instagram Check out Courtney's podcast, Something Positive for Positive People here. Jess was also interviewed about the herpes stigma recently and we've included the notes from the interview below. 1. Why is there a stigma around herpes? Sex is stigmatized and so all potentially negative outcomes of sex are intensely stigmatized. The unnecessary suffering that sometimes accompanies herpes is ultimately because of the stigma — not the virus itself. Herpes seems to hold a special stigma that is not proportionate to its health risk. In terms of health, most people with herpes have nothing to worry about. Outbreaks are often rare, decrease with time and can be relived and surpassed with antiviral medication. You do want to take precaution when having sex (herpes can increase the risk of HIV transmission and be a risk when pregnant), but overall, it need not have a significant impact on your (sex) life since we all should be practicing safer sex. Part of the stigma is reinforced by herpes jokes that don't seem to apply to other STIs. 2. What steps can one take to alleviate the shame and depression that often accompany a diagnosis? Know that you're perfectly normal — and healthy! People contract bacterial and viral infections all the time (the common cold, flu, etc.) and they don't hang their head in shame. It's absurd that we see sexually transmitted infections as remarkably different from the ones that occur from not washing your hands properly after riding the subway. I have a client who takes pride in smashing stereotypes and tells dates about her herpes when they first meet. She shares stats to normalize the conversation (1 in 5 Americans have it) and is armed with accurate information about its transmission (medication can reduce breakouts and transmission). When you share the fact that you have an STI, know that their reaction is really a reflection of their own knowledge and comfort (or lack thereof) and not a reflection of their feelings toward you. If they are judgmental, fearful or express hurtful rejection, it's likely a matter of their own discomfort (with sex generally - we stigmatize STIs that are easier to treat than the common cold) or lack of knowledge. I know it shouldn't be your job to educate people, but it can help the conversation to unfold more smoothly if you provide accurate info about transmission, management and treatment. Many of the clients I work with say that the majority of their experiences have been positive - they've been met with positive responses from new lovers who appreciate and learn from their honesty. 3. If you don't have herpes, what are some things you can do to help disempower the stigma? What are some things you'd suggest saying to a friend who's been diagnosed? Stop making herpes jokes. We're all guilty of this. If you look back at homophobic jokes in movies from 10-20 years ago, it seems shameful. Hopefully we can convince filmmakers to cut out the herpes jokes as well so that we'll look back and see how ridiculous, harmful and unfunny they really were. If a friend shares their diagnosis… Don't ask prying questions (how did you get it? do you have an outbreak now? who gave it to you?) Do research on your own. If you have questions, turn to reliable online resources (https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/default.htm, http://www.ashasexualhealth.org/stdsstis/herpes/) and don't expect your friend to educate you or answer all of your questions. Ask them what you can do to help. Do they want you to look for resources? Do they have questions you can help with Don't tell other people. It's up to them to share their health status with others at their discretion.

Courtney Brame joins Jess and Brandon to talk about sex, relationships and dating after an STI diagnosis. He shares insights on how to disclose, provides advice on sexual communication and talks about stigma, suicide and self-worth. Follow Courtney on... Twitter Instagram Check out Courtney's podcast, Something Positive for Positive People here. Jess was also interviewed about the herpes stigma recently and we’ve included the notes from the interview below. 1. Why is there a stigma around herpes? Sex is stigmatized and so all potentially negative outcomes of sex are intensely stigmatized. The unnecessary suffering that sometimes accompanies herpes is ultimately because of the stigma — not the virus itself. Herpes seems to hold a special stigma that is not proportionate to its health risk. In terms of health, most people with herpes have nothing to worry about. Outbreaks are often rare, decrease with time and can be relived and surpassed with antiviral medication. You do want to take precaution when having sex (herpes can increase the risk of HIV transmission and be a risk when pregnant), but overall, it need not have a significant impact on your (sex) life since we all should be practicing safer sex. Part of the stigma is reinforced by herpes jokes that don’t seem to apply to other STIs. 2. What steps can one take to alleviate the shame and depression that often accompany a diagnosis? Know that you’re perfectly normal — and healthy! People contract bacterial and viral infections all the time (the common cold, flu, etc.) and they don’t hang their head in shame. It’s absurd that we see sexually transmitted infections as remarkably different from the ones that occur from not washing your hands properly after riding the subway. I have a client who takes pride in smashing stereotypes and tells dates about her herpes when they first meet. She shares stats to normalize the conversation (1 in 5 Americans have it) and is armed with accurate information about its transmission (medication can reduce breakouts and transmission). When you share the fact that you have an STI, know that their reaction is really a reflection of their own knowledge and comfort (or lack thereof) and not a reflection of their feelings toward you. If they are judgmental, fearful or express hurtful rejection, it’s likely a matter of their own discomfort (with sex generally - we stigmatize STIs that are easier to treat than the common cold) or lack of knowledge. I know it shouldn’t be your job to educate people, but it can help the conversation to unfold more smoothly if you provide accurate info about transmission, management and treatment. Many of the clients I work with say that the majority of their experiences have been positive - they’ve been met with positive responses from new lovers who appreciate and learn from their honesty. 3. If you don't have herpes, what are some things you can do to help disempower the stigma? What are some things you'd suggest saying to a friend who's been diagnosed? Stop making herpes jokes. We’re all guilty of this. If you look back at homophobic jokes in movies from 10-20 years ago, it seems shameful. Hopefully we can convince filmmakers to cut out the herpes jokes as well so that we’ll look back and see how ridiculous, harmful and unfunny they really were. If a friend shares their diagnosis… Don’t ask prying questions (how did you get it? do you have an outbreak now? who gave it to you?) Do research on your own. If you have questions, turn to reliable online resources (https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/default.htm, http://www.ashasexualhealth.org/stdsstis/herpes/) and don’t expect your friend to educate you or answer all of your questions. Ask them what you can do to help. Do they want you to look for resources? Do they have questions you can help with Don’t tell other people. It’s up to them to share their health status with others at their discretion.

Courtney Brame and The Maddog discuss the relationship between fitness and life goals. Being stronger lets you get to where you want to be. Walking up stairs or a mountain, being more fit lets you do everything better. Courtney is a college football veteran and runs a gym. Maddog is a champion motocross racer. These experts offer outstanding suggestions on how to get better at whatever you desire.

Courtney Brame and The Maddog discuss the relationship between fitness and life goals. Being stronger lets you get to where you want to be. Walking up stairs or a mountain, being more fit lets you do everything better. Courtney is a college football veteran and runs a gym. Maddog is a champion motocross racer. These experts offer outstanding suggestions on how to get better at whatever you desire.

Herp A Derp. A podcast about breaking the stigma on herpes and empowering the community. I'm your host, Erin Devost *As always, you can review my episodes on YouTube or find link to the channel on the podcast Instagram page @herpaderppodcast Thanks! Hey Herp A Derpers! October 13th was Herpes Awareness Day! Wanted to share moments of reflection and gratitude towards people who have been huge supporters of the Herp A Derp Podcast community. Being able to share our stories is hard but also a super important towards acceptance in ourselves and society. This episode holds the special announcement for being apart of the Herpes Activists Networking to Dismantle Stigma (HANDS) community and being a guest on Something Positive for Positive People with Courtney Brame. As always, when you are ready you are more than welcome to email herpaderppodcast@gmail.com or comment on the podcast episode on your thoughts on the show. Having reviews will help tremendously. Especially before the new 2019 digital remastering. Everyone may not be the same ole story, but we are all in this together. Can't wait to see what you have shared.

Herp A Derp. A podcast about breaking the stigma on herpes and empowering the community. I'm your host, Erin Devost *As always, you can review my episodes on YouTube or find link to the channel on the podcast Instagram page @herpaderppodcast Thanks! Hey Herp A Derpers! So pumped that Herp A Derp is now part of the herpes network HANDS! Herpes Activists Networking to Dismantle Stigma! It is amazing feeling to be involved with this community, its only the beginning! Recently I was interviewed by Courtney Brame, Host of the podcast Something Positive for Positive People and is a member of HANDS! I want you to get to know Courtney first hand on the awesome work and perspectives he offers to everyone. He is very inspiring and know you will understand why once you listen. Here are a few snippets of his interview with me, enjoy! Follow his podcast here: https://somethingpositiveforpositivepeople.podbean.com/

Courtney Brame was diagnosed with Herpes over 7 years ago. Instead of letting it get him down he chose to create a platform for people living with positive STI results to share their stories as a way to support and empower themselves and others. Join Courtney and I as we have an open flowing conversation about STI’s, testing, the stigma around Herpes, disclosure and how and how to have and maintain a thriving sex life after a positive diagnosis on Episode 81 of Ignite Intimacy! About Courtney: Courtney Brame is a podcast host who has coordinated a space of understanding for other humans living with and/or affected by sexually transmitted infections. He hopes that sharing his experiences can help others find a new, positive perspective and flourish despite their diagnoses.  Instagram: @HOnMyChest Tumblr: @HOnMyChest Reddit: @HOnMyChest Facebook Page: Something Positive for Positive People Twitter: @HOnMychest Podcast STL Magazine Article St. Louis Post Dispath Article    Resources:   ProjectAccept.org   Reddit HOpportunity

Courtney Brame is a personal trainer living in St. Louis, Missouri. After being diagnosed with herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) six years ago, he experienced a personal and spiritual growth journey that led him to create and host his own monthly podcast called "Something Positive for Positive People." In each episode, he interviews STD-positive people from around the world who share their experiences living with these conditions. His goal is to reduce the stigma living with an STD so that people can feel less alone and live more conscious lives. Courtney believes that happiness is achieved when you become more concerned about what happens through you, rather than to you. Content warning: this episode contains discussions of suicide and depression. If you are feeling distressed, please do not hesitate to call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org. You can read the full show notes at www.thisisnotwhatiordered.com

I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on a podcast called Something Positive for Positive People hosted by Courtney Brame. His podcast offers a safe space for people living with or affected by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like herpes and HIV to share their experiences as a way to shake the shame and stigma that exists around these diagnoses. He originally invited me on his podcast to talk sex ed and SPF but little did he know, I too am a person living with HSV2 (herpes simplex virus type 2), and I’m not at all ashamed. So on this episode, I chat with Courtney about his journey toward the great work he is doing shaking stigma around STIs. Our chat touches on why accurate and open talks at home about sexual health are so important, some tips for managing herpes diagnoses, and he shares a really innovative connection he made between the horror film IT and social stigma around herpes.  For additional information about herpes and other sexually transmitted infections, visit the CDC's online info here or Planned Parenthood here. Want to connect with Courtney? Check out the Something Positive for Positive People podcast on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Podbean, Podchaser or Podbay. Follow on Instagram here, Twitter here, Reddit here, Tumblr here or follow Courtney on Facebook here. If you'd like to connect with Courtney one-on-one about herpes resources and support options, you can contact him via email at courtneywbrame@gmail.com. And as always: Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube for regular sex-positive content and updates. Sign up for our email list and receive your free download of 'Preparing for the Sex Talks: An Action Plan for Parents & Caretakers.' Join our Patreon community to access monthly live videos, interactive activities and exclusive resources for parents and caring adults, to support your sexual health talks. Shop sex-positive swag and merchandise for parents, caring adults and sexual health advocates here. Leave a review in iTunes to let us know how much you’re enjoying the podcast. This gives us great feedback from our community as well as expands the reach and visibility so we can serve more families! Transcript {Soft instrumental music plays as introduction}  {Person speaking} Welcome to Sex Positive Families where parents, caring adults, and advocates come to grow and learn about sexual health in a supportive community. I'm your host, and the founder of SPF, Melissa Carnagey. Join me, and special guests, as we dive into the art of sex-positive parenting. Together, we will shake the shame and trash the taboos to strengthen sexual health talks with the children in our lives. Thank you so much for joining us!  Melissa Carnagey: "Hi Families, I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on a podcast called, "Something Positive for Positive People" hosted by Courtney Brame. His podcast offers a safe space for people living with or affected by sexually transmitted infections like herpes and HIV to share their experiences as a way to shake the shame and the stigma that exists around this diagnosis. He originally invited me on his podcast to talk sex ed and SPF, but little did he know I too am a person living with HSV2 and I'm not at all ashamed! So on this episode, I chat with Courtney about his journey toward the great work he is doing shaking stigma around STI’s. Our chat touches on why accurate and open talks at home about sexual health are so important, some tips for managing herpes diagnosis, and he shares a really innovative connection he made between the horror film, ‘IT,’ and social stigma around herpes. Let’s check it out!” M.C.: “Hey Courtney, so I am excited to have you on the SPF podcast!” Courtney Brame: “Melissa thank you very much for having me, always nice to connect with other people who are doing positive things.” [Laughter] M.C.: “Yes.” C.B.: “Pun intended.” M.C.

Life With Herpes   [video_player type="youtube" style="1" dimensions="560x315" width="560" height="315" align="center" margin_top="0" margin_bottom="20" ipad_color="black"]aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS8zblZmWWtUVnhWWQ==[/video_player] Changing the outlook for Positive People  Welcome to episode 83 of Life With Herpes. Today we have an extra special episode for you: not only do we have a guest but we have a male guest joining us! Courtney Brame of the Something Positive for Positive People podcast is here.Courtney works as a personal trainer and lives in St. Louis, Missouri - the STD capital of the US. We talk about why it’s the capital, his story with herpes and how that led to the creation of his podcast.   You’ll hear all of that and much more on the 83rd edition of Life With Herpes! More About Life With Herpes About six years ago Courtney was diagnosed with genital herpes simplex virus type 2. He had recently graduated from college and had a good job. He woke up one day with symptoms of the flu: he had a fever, aches, chills, etc. He went to use the bathroom and noticed the top of his penis didn't look right. He describes it vividly saying it looked like someone took a dropper full of acid and just dripped it on his penis! Naturally, he was very worried so he got his mom to take him to urgent care. The doctor gave him antibiotics for chlamydia, gonorrhea and gave him a prescription for herpes. The doctor also gave Courtney a pamphlet explaining the virus, and then sent Courtney on his way. With a new diagnosis and very little information, Courtney went home and went straight to Google to find out how to manage it, and treat it. Once he had sorted through the information and had a better handle on the situation, he contacted his previous partners. But to this day he has never found out who gave it to him. On this episode of Life With Herpes, we talk about the positive impact it had on his life. It helped him change his approach to relationships and to learn what it really means to have a healthy diet and lifestyle. He's taken all of that knowledge and applied it to his life, which has helped him have only a few outbreaks over the last six years. We also talk about how we've both learned you can't look at someone and know if they have an STD or not. Society at large promotes these stigmas, and the only way to break through them is to continue to educate people whenever possible. Society also programs us and our perceptions of sex, as well as getting and having STDs. We wrap up with a chat about his podcast, Something Positive for Positive People. It started out as a way for him to prove a point. He had met someone who also had herpes and she thought it was the end of the world. They became friends and one day she told him she had contemplated suicide because of her status. He then started to hear more people talk about having that same response - in various secret groups and support groups people shared they had also thought of suicide after being told they had herpes. Because of that he decided to put together audio of people with herpes telling newly-diagnosed people it's okay to have the virus, it isn't the end of the world. The audio got some traction online and he invested in the podcast platform so he could continue to reach a wider audience. The podcast has become an educational tool and continues to evolve. Today it also includes conversations with people who have HSV 1 and HSV 2 as well as HIV and HPV. You can hear Courtney share why reaching people in all of these communities - and beyond - is so important to combating stigma. Hear his story and more on episode 83 of Life With Herpes. Episode Resources Something Positive for Positive People Courtney’s gift for you Follow Courtney on Twitter Courtney Brame on Instagram Courtney Brame on Facebook   Keep in touch with Alexandra Harbushka   www.lifewithherpes.com www.instagram.com/alexandraharbushka www.facebook.com/lifewithherpespodcast   www.pinterest.com/lifewithherpes   Join the community   If you are ready to join a community of people who are living with herpes also then you will want to join our slack group. It is FREE and it is a great way to find the support and comfort that you are looking for. Head on over to www.lifewithherpes.com and join our community. You will receive a slack invitation as soon as you sign up. See you in there. Ways you can support the Life With Herpes show And if you enjoyed listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it for you, please give the Life With Herpes show a review. It is a way to pay it forward to fellow friends who are living with herpes. You can Subscribe, Rate and Review the show through your iTunes app or on the desktop. Seriously, it helps out a lot more than it is a hassle for you. You see, iTunes has an algorithm that organically promotes the show, so the more ratings and reviews the Life With Herpes Show receives then the higher it gets ranked. This is your way of paying it forward and helping someone find the show who really needs it. Oh, and you can totally use a fake name, so don’t worry about a friend finding you in the iTunes review. Talking about herpes needs to be spread as far and wide as possible. You are totally a part of this movement so THANK YOU!   Subscribe, Rate and Review More Episode Resources How can I help you? Tell me in a free 15 minute chat! The Herpes Outbreak Toolkit (use the promo code PODCAST) Join The Life With Herpes Community Life With Herpes YouTube channel DoTerra’s essential oils    

Strong interviews Courtney Brame, a marketing professional and personal trainer living with herpes. Brame speaks very candidly about his experiences and how, through his podcast, helps others deal with the emotional pains of having an STD.

Strong interviews Courtney Brame, a marketing professional and personal trainer living with herpes. Brame speaks very candidly about his experiences and how, through his podcast, helps others deal with the emotional pains of having an STD.

Today on the show, Áine is joined by the founder, executive director, and podcast host of Something Positive for Positive People, Courtney Brame! After seeing people struggle with suicide ideation following a herpes diagnosis, Courtney set out to alleviate their suffering by offering the stories of those navigating a diagnosis in their own way, creating a roadmap through stigma. What began as suicide prevention for people with herpes has become an overall platform to support people's communication around sexual health in a way that challenges stigma. Today, they chat about breaking down the stigma around STIs, where our public sex education is failing us and our kids, and how our self-identity as a whole ties into stigma.In this episode of Sexualchemy:How Courtney's own diagnosis led him to create resources for those with herpesWhy destigmatization is important for suicide preventionWhy American sex education is failing usHope and encouragement for those facing any STI diagnosisFollow Áine:Instagram: @sexualchemySexualchemy Twitter: @sexualchemyTwitter: @goddess122217 Linktree: Áine's LinktreeFollow Courtney:Instagram: @honmychest Twitter: @honmychest MŌN: @honmychestReddi: @honmychestYou can support SPFPP by donating to the non profit at www.spfpp.org! Podcast: Something Positive for Positive People If you are loving the content here at Sexualchemy Podcast, you can support me at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sexualchemyThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions