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The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic - Diamond Host Many of us have been taught to disconnect from our bodies, feelings, and turn away from our true wants. This disconnection often leads to living a life that feels out of alignment and dull. When we deny our desires, we deny a vital part of our life force. And when shame takes the driver's seat, we lose touch with our authentic self. In this empowering and sensual episode, you'll learn: What Desire Really Is How Shame Gets Programmed Tools to Reclaim Your Desires Creating a Desire Fulfilled Life On this episode of The Pleasure Zone, Host Milica Jelenic, Sex & Intimacy Coach and Holistic Health Practitioner, invites you to know "How to Own Your Desires Without Shame". Together we'll explore how you can reclaim your pleasure and own your desires without the heavy burden of shame. Grab your Yes, No, Maybe list - all about Playful Tips for Pleasure here Light From The Shadows: Enriching The Lives Of Others Inspired Choices Network Hosts Author Milica Jelenic Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1738249417 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738249417 ~ More About The Pleasure Zone ~ Milica Jelenic is a Sex & Intimacy Coach. What is pleasure? Have you ever noticed that what is pleasing to one body is not necessarily pleasing to all bodies? What if our bodies like to be pleasing and to gift pleasure to others and to receive pleasure? In this show we will explore the world of pleasure. If your body was sensing pleasure more often would your life have more ease? We start out with magical little bodies that turn on everybody. Babies are always having people come up to them and compliment them on their beauty and get really excited to be in their presence. What would the world be like if we stopped judging ourselves, our bodies and others? How much more fun, joy and pleasure is possible on this planet if we choose to be explorers? Whose ready for an adventure??? Milica Jelenic is an advocate for pleasure. In her private practice she invites clients to create life and lifestyle that offers more pleasure and vitality. Milica's intuitive ability to sense where change is possible and to question what is stuck in the target area creates a very dynamic session that promotes choice, possibility and change. Milica has impacted the lives and health of individuals both in Canada and abroad with her humor, kindness, gentleness, potency and intensity. Milica's approach is playful, fun and direct. Milica is willing to be whatever energy and space is required for the change you desire. If you are interested in receiving Milica' monthly newsletter about events, classes and information on booking private sessions send and e-mail through her website. www.milicajelenic.com/ To get more of The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/the-pleasure-zone-milica-jelenic/
We often wonder why there are shadows in our lives. And on the next Treasured Truth, Pastor Ford will explain that it’s sometimes because we’ve let something into our lives—some kind of moon blocking the light—come in between us and God, replacing His priority in our lives. What is a moon? It’s a celestial body that doesn’t possess its own light. It only reflects the light that the sun gives it. So, when you join us for the next Treasured Truth, Pastor Ford will ask us, “What has God given to us in our lives, that we’ve allowed it to replace Him?” Treasured Truth is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here. To learn more about Pastor James Ford, Jr., click here. To learn more about Treasured Truth, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/treasuredtruthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daily Devotion with Pastor Balla – May 10, 2025“Pleasure's Empty Promise” – Ecclesiastes 2:1–3 (ESV)In today's devotion, Pastor Balla reflects on the Preacher's experiment with pleasure—laughter, wine, and indulgence—as a path to meaning. Yet even in measured enjoyment, he discovers the same truth: “this also was vanity.”Our culture often chases happiness through entertainment, food, and comfort, hoping to drown out life's deeper questions. But Ecclesiastes reminds us that apart from God, pleasure cannot satisfy. It distracts, but it cannot redeem.Pastor Balla points us to a greater joy—not found in earthly indulgence, but in the presence of God, where there is “pleasures forevermore” (Psalm 16:11, ESV).Discover how the Gospel offers more than temporary amusement: in Christ, we receive the cup of salvation and lasting joy that no worldly pleasure can match.Subscribe, like, and share to spread biblical wisdom and hope in Christ.#EcclesiastesDevotion #PastorBalla #JoyInChrist #LutheranDevotion #VanityOfPleasure
Rarely do we see literature tackling South Asia and India's biggest social issue: caste, and particularly anti-caste justice. A newly published groundbreaking anthology aims to change that.
WelcomeIn this deeply empowering episode of The Scrumptious Woman, I sit down with fellow Dutch woman Cindy Stal, who shares her incredible journey of reclaiming power, pleasure, and purpose. Cindy is the creator of the Pussy Oracle, a unique deck designed to help women reconnect with their bodies, sensuality, and inner power.We dive into topics often left unspoken, grief, sexual healing, and the shame society places on women's bodies, and explore how reclaiming these parts of ourselves can lead to deeper freedom, creativity, and success in all areas of life.Episode SummaryCindy opens up about her past, from working in a grey corporate world to creating a multi-six-figure business rooted in authenticity and healing. She shares her personal experiences of overcoming sexual trauma, navigating grief after the stillbirth of her daughter, and birthing the Pussy Oracle as a tool for transformation.We talk about:✨ Reclaiming the word "pussy" and its connection to power and spirituality.✨ How sexual energy can heal trauma and unlock creativity.✨ The ripple effect of healing - how it impacts family, business, and beyond.✨ Cindy's journey of bringing the Pussy Oracle to life and the challenges she overcame.Key Takeaways
We live in a time when we're more connected than ever, and yet simultaneously more disconnected than ever. We have the world at our fingertips, yet somehow many of us feel like we don't belong anywhere. This experience of longing can lead to a deep sense of loneliness. A loneliness that can be felt by anyone, at any age, even when surrounded by people. To combat this longing, we must learn how to engage in meaningful solitude, an experience of being alone without feeling lonely. We must reclaim lost parts of ourselves, the parts we've abandoned in modern life; such as, meaningful rites of passage, our connection to nature, and our sense of belonging to the land. As we travel through the lush woods, ponder your deepest longing and the ways you might return to yourself. What am I reading?I'm Mostly Here to Enjoy MyselfOne Woman's Pursuit of Pleasure in Paris by Glynis MacNicolhttps://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593655757Root and Ritual: Timeless Ways to Connect to Land, Lineage, Community, and the Self by Becca Piastrellihttps://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781683647720https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalkingWhat's playing on repeat?Royal Oil by the Mighty Mighty Bosstones What's for dinner?Sausage, Potato, & Asparagus CasseroleIngredients:1 lb sausage of your choice, sliced4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces1 cup asparagus, ends removed and cut into 1-inch sections1 small yellow onion, finely diced2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1 cup chicken or vegetable broth2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried thymeSalt and Pepper, to seasonTop with fresh parsley, thyme, or dill Instructions:Preheat oven to 375°F.Dice potatoes, onions, garlic, sun dried-tomatoes, sausage, and asparagus. Layer potatoes and veggies in an oiled casserole dish, pour stock, and top with sausages.Cover with foil, bake 40 minutes for Uncover, too with cheese, bake 10 more minutes for a golden crust.Avocado Mint Chip Ice CreamIngredients:4 sm avocados or 2 lg avocados1/2 cup maple syrup1 can full fat coconut milk1/2 teaspoon mint extract1/2 cup chocolate chips Instructions:In a blender combine all ingredients (except chocolate chips) until smooth. Then stir in chocolate chips. Pour ice-cream into a metal bowl and chill in freezer overnight or until it reaches ice-cream consistency.Support the show
Key Points:Introduction to Brian Sloan and AutoblowBrian Sloan introduces himself as the creator of the Autoblow brand of male pleasure products. He discusses how he got into this industry, starting with selling latex fetishwear and then realizing there was a need for better male toys. He has been working on developing the Autoblow and VacuGlide products for over 16 years.Passion for Male PleasureBrian explains that his initial interest in this industry was more of a business decision, but over time he developed a genuine passion for helping men find pleasure and addressing the imbalance in the pleasure products industry being more focused on women. He believes men have different needs and desires that were not being met.Autoblow and VacuGlide Product DetailsBrian provides an overview of the Autoblow AI Ultra and VacuGlide products, including how they work, their key features, and the different use cases and target customers for each product. He discusses how the VacuGlide in particular caters to men who may have difficulty achieving or maintaining erections.Online Communities and Customer FeedbackBrian discusses the online communities that have formed around the Autoblow products, including an active subreddit where customers provide feedback and suggestions. He explains how this feedback has been valuable in improving the products over time.Concerns About AI-Powered Toys Brian shares his personal concerns about the potential risks of AI-powered toys, particularly the VR integration, and how the immersive experience could become addictive for some users. He believes there needs to be more awareness and education around the potential downsides of this technology.Balancing Risks and Benefits of Tech Cam and Brian have a thoughtful discussion about balancing the potential benefits of tech, like helping disabled users or providing educational/training tools, with the risks of addiction or unhealthy reliance. They explore ideas around data privacy, transparency, and empowering users to make informed choices.Closing Thoughts Brian acknowledges the validity of Cam's concerns about the potential risks of AI-powered toys, and says the industry needs to recognize and address these issues, even if they don't change their core business practices. Cam expresses excitement to see if and how the industry evolves in response to these emerging challenges.Relevant Links:Brian's Website: https://www.vieci.com/
Send us a textEp 607: The Healing Power of Smut: Part 7, From Pastor to Spicy Pen, Amy W. Vogel's Empowerment Journey.Guest Bio:Amy W. Vogel is an author who writes about feminine empowerment, spicy reverse age gap romance, historical fantasy with romance, urban fantasy with romance, and she's a coach for women authors. She's a former pastor and shares her transformative journey from being a pastor to writing spicy romance. She shares about her venture into spicy storytelling and writing books.Find more about Amy here: https://www.amywvogel.com/Books: Feminine Rising (affiliate links) https://amzn.to/42OoKSyThe Assist: A Spicy Soccer Romance https://amzn.to/3RWQU7KTeleosis https://amzn.to/3ENSwxISummary: Join Ruan Willow as she dives deep into a spicy conversation with writer Amy W. Vogel, a former pastor turned author, about the transformative journey of embracing sexuality and the healing power of smut in literature. Amy shares her unique experiences navigating the complexities of faith, femininity, and freedom, all while exploring the world of romance and erotic fiction. Together, they discuss the importance of female voices in writing, the liberation that comes from owning one's sexuality, and how the act of reading and writing can serve as a powerful tool for healing and empowerment. Get ready for a candid discussion filled with laughter, insights, and plenty of spicy revelations!Timeline:00:00 - Amy W. Vogel used to be a pastor04:06 - Do you do more non fiction or do you do some fiction06:31 - Sport themed book07:06 - So what is it do you think that is healing about either reading or writing12:58 - People are trying to censor the spicy romance that people want to read17:16 - When I first started this podcast, I wasn't very judgmental, but now I'm even less so20:27 - What do you think about the fact that there are no female voices in the Bible26:56 - 67% of self published authors are female and most are romance writers32:00 - So I'm working on my sixth book and it's actually speaking of the Bible36:59 - Part of being a human is her sexuality and having sex41:21 - Romance bookstores are popping up all over the place owned by women45:11 - You don't immediately have to dive into dark erotica49:04 - A woman wrote a book about how to strengthen your vagina during sex Bel Di Lorenzo wrote The Goh!dess MethodShow notes created with the assistance of headliner appQuotes from Amy: "The healing for me is... whatever you decide to choose to do with that history allows you to either stay stuck or move forward.""Pleasure is our birthright. We have been given that gift as women.""If you want to explore, start slow and just have fun."Support the showSubscribe for exclusives: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowI Dare You book https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/idareyouthesaturdaysexchallenge NO AI TRAINING
This audio is the guided pleasure-mapping audio.Some guidelines to follow for pleasure mapping: Before starting the practice, find a private and comfortable environment. You can do this in the bath, shower, or lying in bed. Minimize distractions as much as possible – silence the phone, lock the door, etc.You can be fully or partially unclothed, whatever feels comfortable to you. As you continue to get more comfortable with the exercise, you can take it further than what's in the guided audio and expand to using body oil, lotion, lube, or other textures.Your eyes may be open or closed, whichever allows you to best focus on sensation. The focus of this exercise is not arousal or orgasm specifically (although that is welcome), but rather just to pay attention to pleasurable sensation and explore that.This is just information gathering. Your mind will likely wander during the exercise or judge your experience. That's normal. When that happens, refocus on the physical sensation and breathe. Slow down.Just get curious about what feels good. When you're ready, start the activity.Activity To Do: Pleasure Mapping SessionListen and follow along with the guided pleasure mapping audio included in this moduleWrite in your journal the answers to these questions: - What part of your body was most pleasurable to touch? - What type of touch felt best? - What positive emotions came up? What negative emotions? Are these associated with a particular part of your body? - Did you notice any automatic thoughts arise during the exercise? What were they? Were they connected to a particular area of your body? Credit for basis of this activity: Desire by Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy et. al. Support the show
May's THEME: Expanding PleasureYour SURPRISE: now there are TWO episodes a week of The Light Within to help you expand your pleasure - in your bedroom & beyond.Today's episode is with Rachel MacNeill who talks about surviving a sexless marriage, embracing her pleasure & what straight couples can learn from queer sex.Connect with Rachel:Rachel's 7-day FREE PLEASURE CHALLENGEWebsiteUse the coupon code LIGHTWITHIN for 20% off one sessionSubstackWant to activate your healing journey? Follow these 3 steps:1. Get on my email list for the latest details on new free masterclasses, upcoming offerings and in-person retreats! PLUS all the unfiltered & uncensored 4-1-1 that 's not safe for socials. SIGN ME UP!2. Follow my socials @lesliedraffin OR @thelightwithinpodcast 3. Download my free microdosing guide CLICK HERE( Includes: eBook & guided meditation. )Ready to share YOUR voice with the world? Try ZENCASTR (the platform I've used to create this podcast for the last 3 seasons). It's easy, intuitive & an amazing all-in-one-platform for recording, editing & hosting. Try it HERE.
Send us a textIn honour of Mothers Day I had this powerful, intimate conversation with Isabel (Bella) Krutik, a Pleasure and Embodiment Coach who helps mothers reconnect to the parts of themselves they've had to numb, quiet, or shelve in the name of motherhood and responsibility.Her work is about reconnecting mothers with their innate aliveness and pleasure - in motherhood and beyond. She believes that when women access their innate pleasure, they are more fulfilled, energized, and in tune with themselves and the world. In this episode we discuss:Why so many mothers feel disconnected from their pleasure and identityWhat pleasure actually looks like in real life amidst the demands of motherhoodPractical ways to expand your capacity without adding more to your platePractices for slowly reconnecting to your body with gentleness and curiosityThe grief and beauty of becoming more than “just” a motherRelationship shifts, societal expectations and embracing presence Why this work is KEY to truly enjoying life and shifting away from the sometimes anxious, stressful, monotonous day to day experience of modern life To connect with Isabel:http://www.bellakcoaching.com/Instagram @bellakcoaching Take the Motherhood Archetype Quiz hereBook a call with Isabel hereWith love,Robyn xoP.S. If you loved this episode, I'd appreciate if you could leave a review or share on your socials. It truly means the world to me and helps amplify this message for other mothers desiring a supportive business for motherhood. If you would like to learn more about The Mothered Business Mastermind, click here. Please say hi to me on Instagram @robyn.gooding or take a peek at my website for more info www.robyngooding.comClick here to book your call anytime!
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are two typical approaches to work today, and both of them are wrong. Both of them cut right against what God meant work to be. One approach says, “Work is a curse—something to be endured for a paycheck.” The other approach says, “Work is my way to find self-esteem through achievement.” But the Bible, and the fourth of the Ten Commandments, shows us a different view of work. Let's see what the fourth commandment and Ephesians 6 show us about work: 1) work is not a curse; it's a calling, 2) work is not for yourself; it's for him, and 3) three things to do if you're unhappy with your job. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 22, 1989. Series: Proverbs: True Wisdom for Living. Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.
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Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If food's been your go-to for comfort, stress relief, or pleasure—this episode is a MUST listen. In Part 4 of the TL10 Foundations Series, I walk you through HOW to stop relying on food as an outlet, so that you can build a life and create results that feel nourishing in every way. You'll learn how to: Identify your real needs (and meet them from a place of power, not shame) Expand your comfort menu beyond food Release shame + start choosing what feels good for YOU Lasting weight loss isn't about deprivation—it's about liberation (goodbye, weight struggle). Grab your journal. Hit play. Let's diversify your pleasure and comfort—because you deserve more than crumbs. LISTEN NOW Brenda PS: If you want to lose weight this summer—AND you also want to HEAL while doing it, join us! This summer we're kicking off something special inside TL10: Summer of Freedom. -Freedom from food habits that keep you stuck -Freedom from old patterns + emotional eating -Freedom from weight that doesn't feel good on your body Join TL10 by May 11 to be part of our Summer of Freedom www.brendalomeli.com/the-last-10
Send us a textIn today's episode, I have the joy of speaking with Andrew Sartory, someone who began as my mentor and coach and who I am now honored to call a dear friend.Andrew loves supporting people in creating and running businesses, and leading organizations from a foundation of true peace, joy, and alignment. He guides people toward generating wealth and income in ways that feel authentically joyful and fun, all while maximizing their positive impact on their organizations and the lives of the people they serve My coaching journey with Andrew was a roller coaster ride filled with leaps of faith, intense challenges, profound breakthroughs, and joyful celebrations. He helped me uncover shadows I wasn't aware of and consistently supported me in viewing life through a spiritual lens, a rich topic we dive deeply into during this conversation.Andrew shares insights on genuinely living a "Heaven on Earth" experience—embracing the beauty and joy in every aspect of life, including the tough stuff. We explore the powerful concept "I Am One With Source," discussing how embodying this belief transforms perspectives and softens judgments. We even bravely tackle how to approach politics through a spiritual lens of unity and love, with Andrew passionately sharing his conviction that love is always rising, despite external appearances.Andrew also generously shares his practical and playful personal framework for creating a heaven-on-earth life, anchored by his three sacred pillars: Peace, Presence, and Pleasure.This conversation was especially sweet because we recorded it together in person—a first for this podcast. If you'd like to see our conversation visually, please check out the video on my YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@willfullyliving4357Connect with Andrew:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agsartoryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewsartory/Andrew's Newsletter & Heaven-on-Earth Services: www.mylovingpresence.comGay Man Thriving:Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gaymanthrivingWebsite: www.gaymanthriving.comConnect with Wil:Website: https://www.wil-fullyliving.com/Support the show
There is great confusion about what the ultimate reward for righteousness and the ultimate punishment for wickedness are. Rambam's magisterial essay is designed to provide clarity in these lofty matters of eschatology. In part 2, we learn all about the concept of spiritual pleasure. Our bodies are very finely attuned to experiences of pain and pleasure. We discover that our souls are equally sensitive to pain and pleasure, though our default distance from the soul makes us fail to perceive it in a sensory way. Spiritual pleasure is inaccessible by default, but there is a way to experience it. It will require very hard work, but just one tiny taste of it changes your life forever.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★
Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 147 Description: "Work with pleasure. Find ways to feel pleasure. Don't start thinking about it when you are eight months pregnant. Start from day one or even before getting pregnant when you decide you want to have kids, because it's such a long way to to deconstruct this patriarchal myths that have been interjected into our unconscious since we are children." —Guta Galli Sexuality and childbirth are not separate experiences, but a continuous, sacred dance of feminine energy. The same neural pathways that create sexual pleasure can guide us through the most intense moments of bringing life into the world where every contraction carries the potential for a deeply sensual, transformative experience that challenges everything we've been told about childbirth. Guta Galli is an interdisciplinary artist who fearlessly deconstructs societal myths about female sexuality and childbirth through her multimedia work. She creates visual narratives that challenge traditional medical perspectives and celebrate the profound, often unexplored dimensions of women's embodied experiences. Tune in as Debra and Guta explore how women can deconstruct cultural fears, embrace self-stimulation, prepare mentally for birth, and transform labor into a powerful, orgasmic, and deeply connected experience. Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471 Episode Highlights: 02:51 Facing Initial Fears 09:15 Into Labor and Delivery 14:22 Midwife and Doula Support 18:05 The Birth and Sexuality Connection 23:27 Navigating PostPartum and Parenting 25:16 Integrating Pleasure Before Birth Resources:
DB is on her honeymoon, so we're bringing you the BEST orgasm tips from the archives of Sex Ed with DB! DB and Mariah from Sex Ed Files share their go-to techniques for reaching the big O. Then, stick around as DB tackles a listener's question on how to make orgasms even more intense. Hear the full episodes: Curious Sex Ed: Orgasms More Sex Ed: How can I have a stronger orgasm? CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB ROM-COM VOM SEASON 11 SPONSORS: Lion's Den, Uberlube, Magic Wand, & Arya. Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes content and answers to your sexual health questions! FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. SEASON 11 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Producer: Sadie Lidji Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Growth Marketing Manager: Wil Williams Logo Design: Evie Plumb (@cliterallythebest)
In this profound and tender episode, Lauren Elise Rogers—Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy & Relationship Coach—invites us into the raw, human process of healing sexual shame, reconnecting to our bodies, and reclaiming pleasure.With honesty and grace, Lauren shares her personal journey from a purity-culture upbringing and a traumatic marriage to becoming an internationally recognized voice for embodied sexuality and emotional liberation. We explore the healing power of self-pleasure, somatic practices, attachment cycles, and how to gently reconnect with your body after trauma.Whether you've struggled with sexual shame, religious conditioning, or feeling disconnected from your own body, this conversation is packed with compassionate tools, empowering questions, and reminders that you are not broken—and healing is always possible.Connect with Lauren:www.sexedforyou.comwww.sexedforyou.com/freeconsulthttps://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/Top Episode Quotes:"We are not the ones who caused our trauma, but we are the ones who can rescue ourselves.""Shame strangles the sexual soul—it disconnects us from pleasure, from safety, and from ourselves.""Healing sex—partnered or solo—is a restoration of right relationship, a return to wholeness.""Your body deserves time. If you spent years in systems that shamed it, you deserve just as long to reclaim it.""Before we seek safety with others, we must create safety with ourselves—become the first and best lover to your own body."❥Stay or Go Course: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go ❥HeartSpace: An online monthly membership community for open-hearted, nervous system-attuned living.Join with a free trial: https://marinayt.com/community❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewform❥❥❥ FREE RESOURCE: a step-by-step process of working with your triggersTRIGGERED TO ROOTED: A ROADMAP TO CREATE TREASURES FROM YOUR TRIGGERSThis powerful step by step process will walk you through how to somatically move through a trigger, ground yourself, allow the emotions to come up and experience massive growth in your lifeDownload here: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted❥❥❥Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/marina.y.t #SexualHealing #ShameFreeSex #PurityCultureRecovery #SomaticHealing #EmbodiedIntimacy #LaurenEliseRogers #PleasureIsPower #BodyWisdom #ReligiousDeconstruction #SexEducation #HolisticSexuality #HealingThroughPleasure #TraumaInformedCoaching
Welcome to today's episode of Wisdom Talk Radio, where we explore the depths of conscious living and how to live an expanded life. Join us to be inspired, encouraged, transformed and to experience a deep sense of joy and possibility. Pleasure. For a moment, just feel that word. Breathe it in. Do you sigh with longing? Does your heart leap with recognition? Or do you dismiss it as something frivolous and unimportant? When you connect purpose with pleasure the whole conversation deepens, so stay tuned for this special conversation.Jenny Glick is a retired marriage-family-sex therapist, writer, torchbearer, and change catalyst for well-nourished women. With over 25 years guiding women to unlock rich, resonant lives – without all the fluff-you-up-coachy-empowerment-stuff – Jenny helps you experience fulfilling partnerships, align with the compass and map of your own being, and come alive with purpose and pleasure… through the radical act of living in alignment with the truth of who you are.Find Jenny Glick at: www.JennyGlick.com https://www.instagram.com/jenny_glick/ https://jennyglick.com/quiz
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This week on Sex With Emily, we're tackling one of the most harmful and outdated questions in modern dating: "What's your body count?" In conversation with holistic psychologist and trauma expert Dr. Scott Lyons, we explore the troubling origins of this term, once used to count military casualties, and how it's been repurposed to judge sexual history, often unfairly targeting women. We unpack the double standards rooted in purity culture, the insecurities this question provokes, and the shame it can breed in both high and low numbers. More importantly, we discuss why the number of sexual partners has nothing to do with sexual skill, emotional readiness, or compatibility. #intimacy #love #relationships Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Body Count: A Sex-Positive Discussion 00:03:00 - Judging Past Relationships 05:51 - Body Count & Insecurities 08:24 - Why Judging is Wrong 10:46:38 - Historical Shame Roots 13:22 - Societal Shame & Body Count 15:47 - Regrets & Sexual Experiences 18:13 - Reframing the Conversation 22:44:04 - Ditching the Question 25:38 - Addressing Relationship Insecurities 37:53 - Pleasure, Goodbyes & Outro If you're 21+, try VIIA! For 15% off AND a free gift with your first order go to https://viia.co/EMILY and use code EMILY! #viiapartner Access exclusive sex coaching, live expert sessions, community building, and tools to enhance your pleasure and relationships with Dr. Emily Morse. Join the SmartSX Membership : https://sexwithemily.com/smartsx Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. List & Other Sex With Emily Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ SHOP WITH EMILY!: https://bit.ly/3rNSNcZ (free shipping on orders over $99)Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ Let's get social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily Let's text: Sign up here https://sexwithemily.com/text Full show notes:
Have you ever been in a relationship where it felt like you and your partner were slipping into the roles of parent and child? In today’s show, we’re going to discuss common signs that you might be in a parentified relationship. We’re also going to discuss how parentification impacts sexual and relationship quality, as well as how to break this pattern. I am joined once again by Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a licensed psychologist and certified sex therapist. She is the founder of Modern Intimacy, a counseling practice that operates in Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago. She is author of the new book What Happened to My Sex Life? A Sex Therapist's Guide to Reclaiming Lost Desire, Connection, and Pleasure. Some of the specific topics we explore include: How do you know if you’re in a parentified relationship? What are some common relationship dynamics that contribute to parentification? How do early childhood experiences affect the relationship roles we take on? How does parentification contribute to relationship stress and burnout? Is it possible to change a parentified dynamic, or to prevent it from taking hold in the first place? You can check out the Modern Intimacy website to learn more about Kate’s work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors! Passionate about building a career in sexuality? Check out the Sexual Health Alliance. With SHA, you’ll connect with world-class experts and join an engaged community of sexuality professionals from around the world. Visit SexualHealthAlliance.com and start building the sexuality career of your dreams today. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.
In this juicy solo episode, Jen returns with personal updates and powerful reflections on dating, relationships, and the evolution of her sex life. She opens up about her journey through open relationships, meaningful connections with partners like Jess and Scott, and how her sex life has reached new levels of fulfillment. From the role of communication and lubrication to overcoming sexual inhibitions and learning to be fully present during intimacy, Jen invites listeners—especially women—to prioritize their pleasure and explore what amazing sex looks like in midlife. Plus, a sneak peek at what's coming up on the pod!Life Updates and Podcast Hiatus (00:01:22) Jen shares personal life changes, including selling her home and the impact on podcast production.Maturation in Open Relationships (00:02:36) Discussion on evolving experiences in long-term open relationships and the need for fresh content.Upcoming Guests and Topics (00:03:59) Jen mentions future episodes featuring Jess and Scott, teasing discussions on dating dynamics.Dating Experiences with Jess (00:05:18) Jen reflects on her journey with Jess, their initial connection, and their evolving relationship.Learning from Recent Dates (00:06:31) Insights on choosing aligned partners and the importance of attraction in ethical non-monogamy.Navigating Dating Apps (00:07:49) Jen discusses experiences with dating apps, including ghosting and societal perceptions of relationships.Updates on Polyamorous Life (00:09:32) Jen shares updates on her relationships with Scott and Jess, emphasizing the fun of polyamory.Improved Sexual Experiences (00:10:39) Jen reflects on her evolving sexual life and the importance of regular sexual activity.Communication with Partners (00:11:47) Discussion on the significance of communication about sexual needs and experiences with Scott.Use of Lubrication (00:13:04) Jen shares her experiences with lubrication and its importance for enjoyable sexual experiences.Addressing Sexual Inhibitions (00:14:10) Exploration of overcoming worries about appearance and sounds during sexual intimacy.Being Present During Sex (00:18:58) Jen emphasizes the importance of being present in sexual experiences and enjoying the moment.Challenge to Listeners (00:20:29) Jen encourages listeners, especially women, to focus on their pleasure during sex.Conclusion and Call to Action (00:21:46) Jen wraps up the episode, inviting listeners to connect with her for coaching and further discussions.
What happens when you stop living for approval and start living P u s s y first, pleasure-fueled, and wildly free? In one of Jenny's juiciest conversations yet, she sits down with intimacy expert to millions, orgasmic living legend, and queen of sexual biohacking - Susan Bratton. Together, they dive deep into the difference between sex and orgasmic intercourse, what it truly means to be uncontrollable, and how claiming your full erotic expression becomes a catalyst for unstoppable power and pleasure. They also explore how radical honesty liberates your relationships, why letting P u s s y lead unlocks your true voice, and how orgasmic pleasure becomes a powerful force for vitality, confidence, and lasting intimacy. They even dream up their plans to take over the world with oxytocin and P u s s y juice! This episode will light you up and inspire you to rethink everything you've ever been taught about sex, aging, and your own limitless power. So as Susan says, everybody set your clocks, it's lady boner time! Topics include: Sexual biohacking Sexual sovereignty, sexual trauma, + sexual liberation The male gaze, codependency, + dopamine addiction Radical honesty + boundaries in intimate relationships Feminine/masculine polarity The correlation between health span and sex span Sexual arousal in men vs women Erectile tissue, yoni massage + the orgasmic ladder Sexual healing through pleasure and presence The brain is your largest sex organ Top sex trends of 2025 Owning your voice + your turn-on The relationship between oxytocin, gut health & love If you're ready to feel deeply desired, turned on, and connected again — to yourself and your partner - then an Intimacy Reignition Session is for you! Book your session now at a *juicy* introductory rate for a limited time!: [calendly.com/jennybraxton/intimacy-reignite] Mentioned in this episode: Stop Talking Start Fucking: Julia Wells Interviews Me Products That Susan Recommends Connect with Susan Bratton: Facebook: [facebook.com/trustedhotsexadvisortomillions/] Instagram: @susanbratton [instagram.com/susanbratton/] X: [x.com/susanbratton] YouTube: [youtube.com/c/BetterLover] LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/susanbratton/] Connect with your host, Jenny Braxton: Instagram: @pusssy.centered.living [instagram.com/pusssy.centered.living] Website: [jennybraxton.com/] The School of P u s s y Centered Living Waitlist: [jennybraxton.mykajabi.com/the-school-of-pcl] Loved the episode and want to show your gratitude? Share it with a friend or sister who would also benefit from this message, hit subscribe so you never miss a juicy & delicious episode, and leave a 5-star review so we can get the power of pussy out to as many humans as possible!
Think you need a new toy to feel more? Think again.In this episode, I'm diving into the holistic sex tools that have transformed not only my own pleasure—but the pleasure, confidence, and radiance of so many of my clients.These tools go beyond quick dopamine hits and open up your body to deeper waves of turn-on, presence, and lasting satisfaction. I'm sharing how you can use breath, sound, movement, energy, focus, intention, and identity to radically shift your relationship with pleasure—from something you chase to something you live from.Inside this episode:Why toys and novelty aren't bad—but don't create lasting expansionHow to rewire your nervous system to feel more pleasureA breakdown of the 7 Holistic Sex Tools and how to use themMy personal story of breaking into 20+ minute orgasmic wavesHow to use these tools for your desires and challenges (with or without a partner)✨ Mentioned:
Epicurus (341–270 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded Epicureanism, emphasizing the pursuit of a tranquil, happy life through ataraxia (freedom from fear) and aponia (absence of pain). His teachings combined atomism, ethics, and naturalistic theology, advocating simple living, friendship, and the rejection of superstition.
The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic - Diamond Host What if your sexual attraction wasn't just chemistry—but energy? Sexual energy is one of the most potent forces within us—and it's not limited to our genitals or hormones. It flows through our entire being, influencing how we connect, how we love, and how we attract. When we understand and align our energy centers, we open the door to more passionate, meaningful, and healing sexual experiences. In this episode, you'll discover: The Chakra-Sexuality Connection How Blocked Energy Impacts Intimacy Tantric Breathing & Kundalini Awakening Intro to Energy Play In this episode of The Pleasure Zone, host Milica Jelenic explores the powerful and often misunderstood connection between sexuality and the energetic body. “The Energetics of Sexual Attraction” invites listeners to shift their perspective from purely physical desire to a deeper, vibrational understanding of intimacy, desire, and connection. Grab your Yes, No, Maybe list - all about Playful Tips for Pleasure here Light From The Shadows: Enriching The Lives Of Others Inspired Choices Network Hosts Author Milica Jelenic Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1738249417 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738249417 ~ More About The Pleasure Zone ~ Milica Jelenic is a Sex & Intimacy Coach. What is pleasure? Have you ever noticed that what is pleasing to one body is not necessarily pleasing to all bodies? What if our bodies like to be pleasing and to gift pleasure to others and to receive pleasure? In this show we will explore the world of pleasure. If your body was sensing pleasure more often would your life have more ease? We start out with magical little bodies that turn on everybody. Babies are always having people come up to them and compliment them on their beauty and get really excited to be in their presence. What would the world be like if we stopped judging ourselves, our bodies and others? How much more fun, joy and pleasure is possible on this planet if we choose to be explorers? Whose ready for an adventure??? Milica Jelenic is an advocate for pleasure. In her private practice she invites clients to create life and lifestyle that offers more pleasure and vitality. Milica's intuitive ability to sense where change is possible and to question what is stuck in the target area creates a very dynamic session that promotes choice, possibility and change. Milica has impacted the lives and health of individuals both in Canada and abroad with her humor, kindness, gentleness, potency and intensity. Milica's approach is playful, fun and direct. Milica is willing to be whatever energy and space is required for the change you desire. If you are interested in receiving Milica' monthly newsletter about events, classes and information on booking private sessions send and e-mail through her website. www.milicajelenic.com/ To get more of The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/the-pleasure-zone-milica-jelenic/
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In this episode, the host welcomes Regina Thomashauer, known as Mama Gina, to discuss her journey and experiences as a women's empowerment advocate. Mama Gina is the author of 'Pussy: A Reclamation,' and she shares her insights on women's empowerment through pleasure and orgasm. The conversation covers her personal healing journey, which involves overcoming childhood trauma, embracing pleasure, and learning about ancient goddess cultures. Mama Gina talks about her transformative experience with orgasm and pleasure practices at Lafayette Morehouse and her subsequent journey to teach these practices to other women. The discussion also touches upon the societal challenges women face, the importance of pleasure and self-love, and how these can lead to true empowerment. Mama Gina also shares her first ayahuasca experience in the Amazon rainforest and how it helped her purge self-doubt and limiting beliefs. Connect with Mama Gena here: Mama Gena's website: mamagenas.com Self-Pleasure Sovereignty Series (the freebie Regena mentioned): - mamagenas.com/selfpleasuresovereignty Mama Gena's blog: mamagenas.com/blog Mama Gena's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mamagena/ Our Sponsors: Looking for Shilajit? Head over to blacklotusshilajit.com and enter code KKP to receive 15% off your orderD EARN in gold and silver. Click link below for a great discount! monetary-metals.com/kkp If there's ONE MINERAL you should be worried about not getting enough of... it's MAGNESIUM. Head to http://www.bioptimizers.com/kingsbu now and use code KINGSBU10 to claim your 10% discount. Go to AliveWaters.com and use code: KKP for 33% off your first order. Get back to nature. Go to EarthRunners.com and use the code KKP at checkout for 10% off. Connect with Kyle: I'm back on Instagram, come say hey @kylekingsbu Twitter: @kingsbu Fit For Service Academy App: Fit For Service App Our Farm Initiative: @gardenersofeden.earth Odysee: odysee.com/@KyleKingsburypod Youtube: Kyle Kingbury Podcast Kyle's Website: www.kingsbu.com - Gardeners of Eden site If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe & leave a 5-star review with your thoughts!
In today's magical episode, I am joined by the radiant Jenny Bee—a Reiki Master, Pleasure Witch, and Spiritual Coach devoted to guiding women back to their pleasure, purpose, and power. With a blend of energy healing, sacred rituals, and her own intuitive magic, Jenny helps women release limiting beliefs and reconnect with their divine feminine essence. As the creator of JennyBee Alchemy and the Golden Heart Temple retreat, she curates transformative spaces where women can reclaim their joy, align with their deepest desires, and step into their most authentic selves. In this enchanting conversation, Jenny and I explore: - Redefining pleasure in business and life - Tapping into creativity, intuition, and flow - Unveiling the hidden fears women carry around pleasure - Is pleasure only sexual? Expanding your perspective - How aligning with pleasure can magnetize abundance and wealth - Reclaiming women's connection to their inner source of power Prepare to be uplifted and inspired as we dive into the power of pleasure and the magic it unlocks in our lives. Subscribe now so you'll never miss an episode and leave us a review! It really helps us know which content resonates with you the most. Join our Feminine Business Magic Facebook Group (https://tinyurl.com/ygdkw7ce) with your host, Julie Foucht. This is a community of women dedicated to connecting, supporting, and celebrating each other in growing businesses that honor their Divine Feminine while filling their bank accounts abundantly. Resources mentioned: Take the Witchpreneur Quiz and discover which Feminine Magic is your Key to Financial Success. (https://bit.ly/witchpreneur-quiz) Purchase Love-Based Feminine Marketing (https://tinyurl.com/ydmzb6qz) https://www.goldenheart-temple.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennybeealchemy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennybeealchemy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniffer.quintero.7 Jenny Bee's Free Gift: Book a FREE 30-minute Pleasure Glow Up session. Schedule at https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33805799&appointmentType=73551469 **Contact Jenny Bee via Facebook or https://jennybeealchemy.com/** **Connect with Julie Foucht via Facebook (https://tinyurl.com/yeb82uuj) or email at https://juliefoucht.com/**
In this episode, Kehla is joined by Jannine MacKinnon, a sexual empowerment coach, speaker, and host of Unapologetic with Jannine MacKinnon. As a certified trauma-informed sex, love, and relationship expert, Jannine helps women and couples cultivate deeper connection and expansive pleasure—both in and out of the bedroom—through sacred sensuality, inner child healing, and breathwork. This conversation explores Jannine's personal journey from losing herself in motherhood to reclaiming her body, voice, and pleasure. She and Kehla discuss the importance of taking radical responsibility in life and relationships, and how small, intentional shifts can lead to deeper intimacy and connection. Topics covered include: The role of self-responsibility in shifting relationship dynamics How sacred sensuality fosters self-trust, safety, and emotional intimacy The importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing personal connection Why foreplay begins long before the bedroom and how to reignite passion in long-term relationships This episode is for anyone seeking deeper self-connection, a stronger sense of personal agency, and more fulfilling relationships. Janine also shares details about her Honeypot Meditation, a practice designed to help women cultivate self-love and embodied sensuality, which is available in the show notes. Free Honey Pot Meditation Receive 25% of Unapologetic Practices with code PODCAST Complimentary Connection Call Unapologetic with Jannine MacKinnon Podcast Connect on Instagram with Jannine Work with Kehla: The Edge Mastermind Get the Gene Keys Podcast Compendium Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla's Freebies Follow Kehla on IG Follow Kehla on Insight Timer
In this episode, Megan Riley shares why sacred s3xuality, tantra and an org@sm a day can lead to better relationships, more money & better business opportunities. Our chat covers:- the 10 different kinds of big 'Os'- how to become 'well fcked'- womb reconnection - how to talk to your partner about expanding your pleasure practicesIts a potent convo that goes PERFECTLY with May's National Masturbation Month.Follow Megan here:WebsiteInstagramWant to activate your healing journey? Follow these 3 steps:1. Get on my email list for the latest details on new free masterclasses, upcoming offerings and in-person retreats! PLUS all the unfiltered & uncensored 4-1-1 that 's not safe for socials. SIGN ME UP!2. Follow my socials @lesliedraffin OR @thelightwithinpodcast 3. Download my free microdosing guide CLICK HERE( Includes: eBook & guided meditation. )Ready to share YOUR voice with the world? Try ZENCASTR (the platform I've used to create this podcast for the last 3 seasons). It's easy, intuitive & an amazing all-in-one-platform for recording, editing & hosting. Try it HERE.
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In today’s world, we buy more, but we enjoy it less. We have bigger houses, but smaller hearts. We have more conveniences, but less time. We have multiplied our possessions, but we have reduced our values. And we have learned how to make a living, but we haven’t learned how to make a life. When you join us for the next Treasured Truth, we’ll continue to look at stewardship and Pastor Ford will encourage us to not follow the world’s example of how to handle and view our money and possessions. Treasured Truth is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here. To learn more about Pastor James Ford, Jr., click here. To learn more about Treasured Truth, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/treasuredtruthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amanda was accused of orchestrating a sex-game gone wrong that ended in murder. But what does a sex-game gone right look like? Amanda and Chris connect with Mistress Cyan and enter the world of BDSM. https://www.patreon.com/knoxrobinson https://www.amandaknox.com Bluesky: @amandaknox.com | @wisecracker.bsky.social IG: @amamaknox | @emceecarbon Free: My Search for Meaning: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/amanda-knox/free/9781538770719/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At some point, almost everyone in a long-term relationship is going to wonder, “What happened to my sex life?” Where did the initial passion and excitement go? In today's show, we're going to explore why desire, pleasure, and connection often decline in relationships, as well as how you can get it back. I am joined by Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a licensed psychologist and certified sex therapist. She is the founder of Modern Intimacy, a counseling practice that operates in Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago. She is author of the new book What Happened to My Sex Life? A Sex Therapist's Guide to Reclaiming Lost Desire, Connection, and Pleasure. Some of the specific topics we explore include: Does a loss of passion necessarily mean there’s something wrong in your relationship? What can you do if you feel like you and your partner have become roommates instead of lovers? How can being too close to your partner hurt desire? How can addressing anger and resentment in healthy ways open the door to more desire? What do you need to know about moving past trauma and opening yourself up to pleasure again? You can check out the Modern Intimacy website to learn more about Kate’s work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors! Expand your sexual horizons with Beducated! Featuring more than 100 online courses taught by the experts, Beducated brings pleasure-based sex ed directly into your bedroom. Enjoy a free trial today and get 60% off their yearly pass by using LEHMILLER as the coupon code. To redeem this offer, visit: https://beducate.me/lehmiller-may The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University has been a trusted source for scientific knowledge and research on critical issues in sexuality, gender, and reproduction for over 75 years. Learn about more research and upcoming events at kinseyinstitute.org or look for them on social media @kinseyinstitute. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.
Pleasure is so much more than orgasm. Don't believe us? In this re-release, DB dives into all things sensuality with Sexuality Doula Ev'Yan Whitney, author of Sensual Self. They unpack the grip of purity culture, talk body reconnection, and offer real-world tips for bringing more pleasure into your life—yes, even outside the bedroom. Still untangling your sexuality from the grip of the patriarchy? (Same.) This one's for you. GUEST DETAILS: Ev'Yan is a sexuality doula®, author, facilitator, and sensualist, and for the last 10+ years they've had an insatiable curiosity about their sexuality, sensuality, and body, and the ways they need to heal in order to take up space within the expression of those things. Find more from Ev'Yan: “Sensual Self” by Ev'Yan Whitney: www.evyanwhitney.com/sensualself www.evyanwhitney.com @evyan.whitney CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB ROM-COM VOM SEASON 11 SPONSORS: Lion's Den, Uberlube, Magic Wand, & Arya. Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes content and answers to your sexual health questions! FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. SEASON 11 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Producer: Sadie Lidji Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Growth Marketing Manager: Wil Williams Logo Design: Evie Plumb (@cliterallythebest)
When we first learned about Young Gun Silver Fox ten years ago, we knew the duo of Andy Platts and Shawn Lee had created something very special. Since their 2015 debut album, West End Coast, they've released three additional albums that continue to pour the foundation of their truly signature sound. It's West Coast AOR, but it's a unique, genre-blending sound that's unquestionably their own. Today we'll talk with Shawn and Andy about their fifth album release, Pleasure, which releases today. This is no doubt another solid effort from the guys, and quite possibly their best album yet. Soon, they'll embark on a two-show teaser US tour in New York City and also at the Troubadour in LA. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome back Andy Platts and Shawn Lee of Young Gun Silver Fox.
Drama.It's everywhere.It's expensive.It's exhausting.It's more addictive than caffeine. And the crash is worse too.Society runs on drama more than it runs on Dunkin.And it can run us into the ground.While drama is a part of life, it can be less so in yours.We can take the reins.Want my favorite way to pattern disrupt this madness?I've got you!Let's dive in!Dive deeper:Join my free resource library; The Goddess VaultLearn more about the Vital Goddess MastermindHere's a link to the Dr. Zach Bush episode I mentioned
Clement Manyathela speaks to Dr Mpume Zenda, Sexologist and an OBGYN about the intersection between pain and pleasure during sex. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live – The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) on 702 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/the-clement-manyathela-show/audio-podcasts/the-clement-manyathela-show/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702 702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 146 Description: “Being in touch with your senses— that is the best preparation in the world. When we lean into pleasure in our everyday life, we teach our bodies that pleasure is safe.” —Lovisa Dahl Every woman's birth story carries the potential to liberate generations from inherited trauma and shame. Yet, the continued silence around women's birthing experiences perpetuates a cycle of fear and disconnection from our most primal source of strength. Lovisa Dahl is a pioneering Orgasmic Birth Practitioner and TEDx speaker who has revolutionized the conversation around childbirth through her Love Birth Method. As a mother of three and an international mentor, she guides women to experience birth as a powerful, pleasurable rite of passage. Tune in as Debra and Lovisa explore breaking taboos around orgasmic birth, overcoming societal shame, practical techniques for pleasure-centered birthing, and how women can reclaim their sexual power through transformative birth experiences. Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471 Episode Highlights: 03:07 Lovisa's Journey to Orgasmic Birth 11:40 Overcoming Shame 16:08 Practical Tips for Preparing for an Orgasmic Birth 22:01 Empowering Women to Embrace Orgasmic Birth Resources:
In this episode of The goop Podcast, Gwyneth sits down with her longtime friend and teacher Michaela Boehm to explore the female relationship to intimacy—how it shifts as we age, and what it really takes to stay connected to ourselves and our partners as we move through the complexities of work, motherhood, and self-discovery. Michaela, a gifted embodiment and relationship expert, shares why intimacy is an ongoing practice, the power of play, and how honest communication is essential to keeping connection alive. It's a conversation about feeling more alive as we age—and how reclaiming our sensuality can unlock a more vibrant, connected version of ourselves. For the full Jar Exercise tutorial—and a free live, guided Non-Linear Movement Method® session with Michaela herself—head to:https://www.michaelaboehm.com/goop-mb/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of the podcast, host Emily Morse is joined by guest Pamela Madsen to explore the transformative power of "back-to-the-body" retreats for women and couples, focusing on reclaiming pleasure and improving communication. Pamela, a retreat leader with over a decade of experience, details a 7-day program emphasizing self-pleasure through clothed genital work, addressing issues such as vaginal pain and low libido. Positive outcomes from the retreats include increased self-esteem, improved communication, and better consent negotiation. The retreats also involve sexological bodywork, including genital mapping, fantasy exploration, and elements of BDSM and tantra. Men's participation is discussed, highlighting the positive impact these retreats have on couples. The conversation also covers practical techniques like the "lotus lift" meditation and sensate focus exercises for embodied self-expression—even for those unable to attend in person. Emily and Pamela address common challenges such as body image issues, societal pressures, and communication barriers in long-term relationships. Pamela Madsen IG: @thepamelamadsen Join the SmartSX Membership : https://sexwithemily.com/smartsx Access exclusive sex coaching, live expert sessions, community building, and tools to enhance your pleasure and relationships with Dr. Emily Morse. List & Other Sex With Emily Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. SHOP WITH EMILY!: https://bit.ly/3rNSNcZ (free shipping on orders over $99) Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ Let's get social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily Let's text: Sign up here https://sexwithemily.com/text 00:00:12 - Women's Retreats & Couples' Impact 03:19 - Sexological Bodywork: A Woman's Journey 06:43 - Female Anatomy & Desire 12:14 - Embodied Movement & Wellness 15:04 - Embodied Arousal & Lotus Lift 18:07 - Body Connection & Sensations 20:22 - Couples Rediscovering Sexuality 25:46 - Couple's Intimacy Coaching 32:17 - Pleasure, Aging, & Body Image 47:50 - Overcoming Anorgasmia 54:26 - Guest Contact & Retreats Full show notes here: Sexwithemily.com
Join Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen in this week's Ask Me Anything, exploring the pursuit of pleasure versus the pleasure of pursuit, the cultural shift of young men toward the right, and the power of solitude. They tackle listener questions on imposter syndrome, fatherhood, divorce, dating, financial decisions, and personal growth. With humor and insight, they debunk overhyped headlines, like the "astronaut" space crew, and share actionable advice for living purposefully. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Opening Banter and Headlines 01:25 - The Pleasure of Pursuit 06:30 - Space Crew Rant 13:06 - Imposter Syndrome in Job Interviews 20:42 - Lessons from Kids 24:06 - Patience as a Father 28:40 - Why Women Leave Relationships 37:43 - Dating After Divorce 44:36 - Making Financial Decisions 48:08 - Lessons from Hard Times 53:59 - Young Men Moving Right Politically 59:26 - Call to Action Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready