

Erotic Awakening
Dan & Dawn
Welcome to the Erotic Awakening Podcast! Since 2009, we've brought you this informative and entertaining exploration of all things erotic. From sacred sexuality to fetishes, Power Exchange and polyamory, BDSM to erotic spirituality, non standard relationships to alternative love styles, as well as simply fun kink.
Over the years we've grown to be a community supported and focused podcast for people like us – those who seek an alternative expression for intimacy, authentic growth and well being.
Over the years we've grown to be a community supported and focused podcast for people like us – those who seek an alternative expression for intimacy, authentic growth and well being.
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Apr 19, 2013 • 49min
EA249 - Foundations for Hedonism
This week, Dan & dawn talk about having a foundation (personal and relationship) that allows you to practice a pleasure based relationship and life. It isn’t alway easy to match desires with reality! And the question of the day is about how to reconnect (or stay connected) in a 24x7 power exchange relationship when life gets in the way. Plus! Sex dreams, when your partners sex drive doesn’t match, slave bracelets, confidence & trust, and spanking strangers! Thank you to our newest sponsor, the Smitten Kitten! Smitten Kitten is your online resource and personal guide to all things sex-related. Check them out at https://www.smittenkittenonline.com/

Apr 17, 2013 • 42min
EA248 - Lead, Inspire, Connect and Learn
Having just gotten back from the Kink LINCS conference, Lee dives into leadership in the community, as well as connecting with one another. From issues around oppression and racism in the scene, to looking at our authentic desires, the road winds through moments of tears and laughter alike. Fundraising, event production, the pros and cons of a National Kink Coming Out Day, compassionate communication, leather contests… we open up a door to what LINCS stands for – Lead – Inspire – Network – Connect – Succeed. Find full episode notes and links at http://www.eroticawakening.com/files/ea248.php Lee Harrington contact information: http://www.PassionAndSoul.com http://www.FetLife.com/passionandsoul http://twitter.com/#!/PassionAndSoul

Apr 11, 2013 • 35min
EA247 - Fetish List IV
This week, Dan & dawn share part IV in their series about 100 BDSM Fetishes! This time, they talk about double penetration, forced homosexuality, fisting, forced masterbation, cutting, corsets, collars, and more! Plus! Sacred sexuality in Chicago; talking polyamory to college students, and webs of relationships!

Apr 2, 2013 • 34min
EA246 - BSing from the Magic Hole
On this month’s BS'ing, Barak & Sheba are podcasting from Kinkfest! While they were presenting at Portland, Oregon's finest annual event, they took a little time out to get behind the mics! What are they talking about this time? Listen in as they address several new topics, like: ~ Is our relationship always good? ~ What were they presenting at Kinkfest, and how much fun was that? Did they go to Voodoo Doughnuts and why is the magic in the hole? ~ How does Sheba go from being a strong woman that doesn't let anyone tell her what to do, to switching it up in the scene and in the bedroom? ~ What are the keys to long term relationships? They also talk about strip clubs in Portland, and why they would eat steak at one;the perils of jet lag on Kink Presenting; what happens when Sheba shuts the lights off during the podcast! Plus... The upcoming AIS April Meet N Greet; the resurrection of the DRT - The D-type round table; the AIS Big Bash in May, and much more!! Check it out and let us know what you think! Twistedly, Barak & Sheba For more fun AIS Stuff? You can catch it all between these addresses: AIS Website - http://www.adventuresinsexuality.org AIS on Fetlife - http://www.fetlife.com/groups/1913 AIS on Twitter - http://twitter.com/ais_org

Mar 28, 2013 • 29min
EA245 - How To Be A Top
This week, Dan & dawn sit with Lucar and learn the skills it takes to be a BDSM top!

Mar 25, 2013 • 32min
EA244- BDSM Roulette
Welcome to the edge of random known as the internet. After being randomly struck recently on his trip down internet lane, Lee takes you on a journey into the internet through four searches: “BDSM,” “Rope Bondage,” “Italian Salad Dressing Fetish,” and “Frog Porn.” Along the way he discusses bondage passion and safety, modern art installations, transgender issues, kink 101, zip ties, and more. Let’s take a romp, and see where the tubes lead us! Find links to everything discussed at http://www.eroticawakening.com/files/ea244.php

Mar 22, 2013 • 42min
EA243- How to Bottom
This week, Dan & dawn interview the wonderful Tish on the skills it takes to 'bottom' for a scene! It isn't all just laying there :) Plus, our question of the day ask should you ask about medical insurance cards when you negotiate a scene? Plus, fantasies of Liz, coffee cups, and more!

Mar 14, 2013 • 54min
EA242 - subHaven
This week, Dan & dawn speak to the wonderful krystalyn about subHaven, a group of submissives of all experience levels and lifestyles seeking to support each other in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area of Texas. Plus, the return from Dallas and a wonderful time at South Plains Leatherfest - International M/s Weekend leads to a lot of rambling about how to do an event right, and we give you the scoop on the event! And the winners are…. Plus! dawn gets judgmental; Dan gets his balls chained; food on boobs; should you run for a contest?; DFW Leather Corpse?; a listener question we can’t answer; and join the EA Staff as we open a new unpaid role! Intern anyone? You can find subHaven at https://fetlife.com/groups/30407 And a special thanks to DFW Leather Corps for keeping us feed and watered! www.dfwleathercorps.com

Mar 4, 2013 • 32min
EA241 - BSing while the girl pleasures
This month’s BS'ing is our last podcast in the Fortress of Solitude! Next month, we will be moving to a super secret location on the northeast side of Columbus. What are we talking about this time? Listen in as we get behind the mics to tackle all sorts of fun and kinky topics, like: Why can't "No" or "Stop" be a safeword? What are the keys to a great scene? How do you keep a scene moving, or should it stop all of a sudden? What let's you know that the scene was great and satisfying for everyone? Is it an Orgasm? It is great chocolate? Is their steak and lobster involved? How out should you be? Does it matter? What about your (and their) comfort level? We also talk about the girl under the table; changing direction mid-stream ... or is that mid-scene; how do we handle the big triple 8; how does Ronco fit in to all of this; and finally did AIS hire DJ Grandpa to spin the turntables... We talk about these things and more! Check it out and let us know what you think! Twistedly, Barak & Sheba

Feb 28, 2013 • 57min
EA240 - Power Exchange and Judaism
This week, Dan & dawn interview Daddy Scott and Benjamin on power exchange relationships, kink, and Judaism! Join us for a fascinating chat! Plus, dawn gets all judgmental, and is everyone in the hospital? Special thanks to The Kink Button for there support of Erotic Awakening! Visit them at http://thekinkybutton.com/


