Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship Stories

After a difficult pregnancy, traumatic childbirth and near death experience, Renée Schuls-Jacobson endured "next level insomnia." Little did she know the dark places her attempts to feel better would lead. For seven years she took medications as prescribed, not realizing the drug was intended for short-term use or that she'd grown dependent. Meanwhile, she tried to make her marriage, which lacked sexual chemistry, work. Renée's story is also one of hope, healing and vibrancy—including re: her Girl Boners. ;) This episode contains mentions of traumatic events and suicidal ideation. If you're struggling with such thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 Explore or purchase Renée artwork: rasjacobson.store Order Psychiatrized: Waking up after a Decade of Bad Medicine Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr here or here: https://zen.ai/girlbonerradio3 Join August's community: patreon.com/girlboner Instagram: @GirlBonerMedia Facebook: @MyGirlBoner Twitter: @AugstMcLaughlin Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin.

Emotional connection before sexual chemistry, love without the heirarchy and more! August shares highlights from her 2019 conversation with Carolina Hoyos, an Afro-Indigenous (Quechua-Kichwa) actor, playwright, director, songwriter and voice artist. You'll learn about: Carolina's sexual empowerment journey Common myths about demisexuality Common myths about bisexuality Carolina's coming out (to family) story The importance of queer represention in films and TV Check out Carolina's film and festival: Indigiqueer Identity: Reclaiming Past, Present, and Future Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr here or here: https://zen.ai/girlbonerradio3 Join August's community: patreon.com/girlboner Instagram: @GirlBonerMedia Facebook: @MyGirlBoner Twitter: @AugstMcLaughlin Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin.

Author Kandi Steiner was leaning toward no more casual sex when an experience with a friend bolstered that decision. She now creates female characters who voice their desires. Adult star turned author, Logan Pierce, learned similar lessons the hard way. And erotic fiction can help inspire steamier experiences. Take it from writer and editor, Rachel Kramer Bussel. A few more things you'll learn about: Communicating your desires Accepting sex-related feedback (with a throwback clip featuring Logan PIerce) Spicy and empowering perks of erotica Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr here! Books by Kandi Steiner Between the Sheets: Rise of a Working Stiff Best Women's Erotica of the Year, Volume 7 The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2: 69 Sexy Stories Join August's community: patreon.com/girlboner Instagram: @GirlBonerMedia Facebook: @MyGirlBoner Twitter: @AugstMcLaughlin Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin.

After using dating apps for 10 years, author Shani Silver gave them up and gained surprising, life-shifting rewards. Therapist Kerry Cohen has learned to navigate life and relationships while managing sex and love addiction, terms that remain common and controversial. A few things you'll learn about: What finally prompted Shani to give up dating apps Her advice for anyone feeling miserably dependent on them A perspective shift she recommends for embracing single-hood When Kerry's struggles with sex and love emerged A few reasons "sex and love addiction" termonology is controversial, and why Kerry believes that's a good thing How messaging around sex, love and romance make romantic and sexual compulsions trickier, and how those messages affect us all Check out A Single Revolution, by Shani Silver, and Crazy for You, by Kerry Cohen Save 30% on your first three of Zencastr here! Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest! Join August's community: patreon.com/girlboner Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin, with transcript support from KM Huber.

Dr. Heather Bartos was well into her career when her husband stopped desiring sex. Navigating a sexless marriage opened up old wounds and led her to look deeply at her sex-related beliefs. A few more things you'll learn about: What Dr. Bartos learned about sex growing up in the '80s in Texas The most common sex-related challenge she hears about in her office 5 factors that fuel low sexual desire in anyone, men and penis-havers included Benefits of embracing your sexuality as your own—plus an important way to do so Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr here! (Open in Chrome.) Support the show and get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner Sign up for occasional email updates from August Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin, with transcript support from KM Huber.

Why resolve to something diminishing when you can set your sights on something spicier? Dr. Sakshi Tickoo, a queer, Brown, chronically disabled occupational therapist and a sexuality counselor who's based in Mumbai, India, joined August to explore smart sexuality aspirations to consider as we move toward 2022. A few things you'll learn about: How (and why) to create a pleasure toolkit Sex goals set by listeners Benefits of exploring a new sexual practice, such as rope play or BDSM An exercise for building body confidence A toy you might LOVE, from The Pleasure Chest Support the show and get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner Sign up for (very) occasional email updates from August Girl Boner Radio is hosted and produced by August McLaughlin, with transcript support from KM Huber.

Dr. Jordin Wiggins grew up in a small Canadian town where her sex education involved, "don't do it." Later on, after setting her sights on a fulfilling sex life, she lost her libido twice. She found her way back and now teaches other women and vulva owners to never settle for bad sex and to value their pleasure and desires. You'll learn about: The importance of understanding your (or a partner's) menstrual cycle Cycle awareness as part of non-hormonal birth control Why some folks end up making to-do lists during sex Common barriers around female sexuality Benefits of shifting sex from a "should" to personal pleasure August's top tips for better connecting with your sexuality Dr. Megan's latest Pleasure Picks - sexy gift ideas!

Nadia North grew up in Wisconsin and considers herself a late bloomer in the sex department. When she met and entered a relationship with porn legend, Peter, she had no idea how abusive he would become. Seth S. grew up as a highly sensitive kid in California, where he endured a sexual assault from an older boy. For years, that abuse affected his beliefs about male sexuality. Nadia is early in her healing journey and Seth is well into his. Both are speaking out in hopes that their stories and the lessons they've learned will have a positive impact on others. A few more things you'll learn about: What "love bombing" entails How being a highly sensitive person (HSP) has impacted Seth's PTSD and how how's grown to embrace his sensitivity What's most helped Nadia and Seth manage trauma while cultivating pleasure A grounding exercise from With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships Follow Nadia North on Twitter Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest! Support the show and get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner Sign up for (very) occasional email updates from August

Lisa and Mike attended an upscale sex party at the Bocanegra Club that challenged beliefs they had about such parties and taught them important lessons. Journalist Ryn Pfeiffer took a Bodysex workshop that led to an orgasmic retreat and weekly self-pleasure circles. Learn more about Bocanegra Club. Follow Ryn on Instagram (@Ryn_says) or work with via Sextpanther. Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest! Explore Dr. Megan's Pleasure Picks: greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasurepicks Find safer sex tips during COVID here. Support the show and get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner Sign up for (very) occasional email updates from August: augustmclaughlin.com/

Eroticism, pleasure, growth! Rae McDaniel, a non-binary gender and sex therapist-turned-coach, went from growing up in a conservative Christian community to embracing their queerness and finding erotic bliss in an unexpected place. They now support others on similar journeys. A few more things you'll learn about: Rae's journey through painful sex Gender stereotypes that stand in the way of sexual pleasure Ways to unlock your erotic mind Common pleasure barriers folks in the LGBTQIA+ community face Problems with talking about "feminine/masculine energy" An exercise for feeling more connected with your intimate self Check out the November specials at The Pleasure Chest! Explore GenderFck resources Support the show and get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner