

Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship Stories
August McLaughlin
A spicy blend of personal stories, in-depth reporting and inspiration! Journalist August McLaughlin explores sexual empowerment and pleasure, featuring a range of voices.
Girl Boner Radio is LGBTQIA+ friendly and all genders are welcome! girlboner.org
Girl Boner Radio is LGBTQIA+ friendly and all genders are welcome! girlboner.org
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Jul 2, 2015 • 53min
Depression, PTSD and Empowerment
August interviews award-winning filmmaker Jill Morley on her documentary, Fight Like a Girl. The film features women who use boxing to fight their demons, heal from abuse and manage depression. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in ways depression affects intimacy and four ways to cope.

Jun 24, 2015 • 46min
Embracing Your Body and Sexuality After Sexual Abuse
August interviews Rachel Thompson, an award-winning author, social media consultant and sexual abuse survivor who publicly advocates for abuse victims. She shares takeaways from her healing process, the Duggar case and more. Dr. Megan Fleming shares ways to cultivate healthy intimacy after sexual trauma.

Jun 17, 2015 • 45min
Topless Yoga and Body Image
Body image and attitudes about sexuality are tightly linked. August interviews Emily Nolan, award-winning blogger, yoga enthusiast and founder of the nonprofit Topless, a self confidence tour founded on vulnerability and radical honesty. Emily shares takeaways from her decade of struggling with eating disorders. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on body image and sexuality, and how to embrace both. **Please be aware of some technical issues in the first half of this episode. We received some interferance through our Skype connection during the first interview.

Jun 11, 2015 • 45min
Vagina Futzing and High Heels: Worth the Risks?
August shares celebrity interviews from a recent performance of The Vagina Monologues, directed by Sheena Metal, then explores common ways women alter their genitals, including waxing, douching, vazazzling and surgery. Why are they so popular? What are the risks? She also introduces her #HeelFree campaign—a year without high heels, inspired by the women turned away from Cannes for wearing flats.

Jun 4, 2015 • 1h 9min
Erotic Art and Dating Hilarity
August interviews celebrated artist Aaron Johnson (who also happens to be her brother), then talks sex and dating humor with Aaron and matchmaker Marla Martenson. Five authors share funny stories, which may be Fact or Fiction. Guess right to win Girl Boner swag! Plus, tips on talking to kids about sex from Dr. Megan Fleming.

May 28, 2015 • 46min
I Dated a Sociopath, Part II
August explores intimate relationships with narcissists and dating a sociopath with Dr. Wendy O'Connor, a marriage and family therapist. What are the common signs? Why are abusive sociopaths so difficult to leave? How can survivors heal? Then Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on how to initiate sex (when doing so feels awkward) and how to know when you're ready for a new relationship after a rocky breakup.

May 21, 2015 • 1h 11min
I Dated a Sociopath, Part I
About 4% of the population are sociopaths—narcissists who lack empathy and remorse. August interviews two women who were romantically involved with and abused by sociopaths. Learn how what "sociopath" means, the warning signs of sociopath abuse and how these women found healing after dating a sociopath.

May 14, 2015 • 59min
Self-Pleasure Tips and a Sex Icon's Daughter
August interviews India Dupre, an actress and musician who's family was among the "Forgotten Australians." She was taken from her mother at age four, along with her brother, and sent to work in a camp. In order to reclaim her children, India's mother worked hard, becoming a stripper and, eventually, a nationally recognized sex symbol. August also celebrates National Masturbation Month with self-pleasure facts and tips, plus expert insight from Dr. Megan Fleming.

Apr 29, 2015 • 56min
The Wing Girl Method
Since overcoming severe shyness and a severe eating disorder, Marni Kinrys has become an esteemed dating coach, TV and radio personality and author. Her Wing Girl Method gives "good guys the edge." Learn about her personal journey, the myth that all women go for jerks, how to deal with common dating concerns and more. (Dating series, part two!)

Apr 22, 2015 • 58min
Sex and Dating Myths
Recent research reveals that black and asian folks have the toughest time landing dates. August discusses these findings and race-related sexual stereotypes with dating expert and radio host Erin Tillman. Should men pay for women on dates? How do porn myths affect dating? Part one of a 2-segment series on dating!


