

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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Feb 7, 2024 • 50min
A Sex Therapy Confession that Changed Everything: Leah Carey
For years, Leah Carey felt equal parts shut down and obsessed re: sex. Meanwhile, she chose terrible partners. Then in her 40s, during her final session with a therapist, she revealed a long held sexual secret. Leah's admission marked the start of what would become an across-the-country sexual awakening adventure. She eventually landed on desires that surprised her and began transforming her life into helping other women find similar healing. Learn more from Leah: leahcarey.com Save 50% on a Beducated annual pass: https://beducate.me/pd2406-august Get a free TENGA Egg Lovers with your iroha SVR purchase here. Stock up on lube at The Pleasure Chest! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Jan 24, 2024 • 24min
Hot Sex From a Distance + Dirty Talk Tips
EF Dodd dated a guy from a distance in pre-FaceTime days. Jenay had a relationship that started in Idaho and ended with him overseas. And both women found ways to keep things spicy, challenges and all. (And yes, dirty talk played an important role!) This episode also features Dr. Megan Fleming's thoughts for a listener who feels uncomfortable, yet curious, about dirty talk, and August's favorite tip. To learn more about EF and her latest novel, Almost Perfect, visit efdoddwrites.com. For more from Jenay, check out her podcast, My Naked Mindset. Register for Afternoon Delight here! Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Jan 10, 2024 • 27min
A Spicy, Enlightening Orgasm Journey: Jordan D'Nelle
Women's sexuality educator Jordan D'Nelle went from not realizing orgasms were a thing or possible with a partner to finding orgasmic bliss in incredible ways and places. Her steamiest experiences taught her a ton about sex, pleasure and her body – lessons she pays forward. Learn more from Jordan: https://jordandnelle.com Register for Afternoon Delight here! Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Dec 20, 2023 • 24min
Life-Changing Sexual Awakenings: Lynn and August
Can an orgasm change your life? Is it ever too late to invite a sexual awakening? As a special wrap up to the year, August shares a conversation she had with colleague and friend, Lynn Brown Rosenberg, at the Residence 11 Desire Summit in Los Angeles. Register for Afternoon Delight (with early bird pricing) here! Order Lynn's memoir, My Sexual Awakening at 70 on Amazon. Explore The Pleasure Chest holiday gift guides! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Dec 6, 2023 • 38min
Kinky Surrender, Sexy Reclamation and Squirting: Replay (and a special invite!)
Intimacy coach Lee Noto didn't realize she'd been longing for surrender until a crush turned into far more. Author Liz Asch fell away from her queer expression, then gradually reclaimed it. And that growth led to more than squirting. Yes, this week's Girl Boner replay is a juicy one… You'll also hear about Afternoon Delight – a live, interactive podcast event August is co-hosting with three wonderful colleagues in February. Register (with early bird pricing) here! Learn more about Lee Noto: leenoto.com Becomethehighpriestess.com Learn more about Liz Asch and Your Salt on My Lips: lizasch.com/salt-lips Explore The Pleasure Chest holiday gift guides! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Nov 15, 2023 • 39min
Body Acceptance, Lust and Romance at Sea: Jennifer Silva Redmond
When Jennifer Silva Redmond asked her fiancé, Russel, "What would you do if you could do anything?," his response and the decision that followed changed the course of their lives. Since then, she's learned a great deal about intimacy, sex, her body and herself while living and loving at sea. You'll also learn: How Jennifer's hippy-like upbringing made bodies okay (at first) The impact LA's acting culture had on her body image How she moved past faking orgasms Benefits of trying a sex toy or position you don't love Jennifer's advice for choosing an ideal partner and bolstering the relationship Check out Jennifer's memoir, Honeymoon at Sea, on Amazon. Find more of her writing on her substack. Build your bedroom collection at The Pleasure Chest! And get free toy cleaner with any Le Wand purchase by 11/30. IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Nov 1, 2023 • 40min
"Ho Phases" and D&S Play: Jenay and Court
Jenay Leger and Court Vox have had different sexual self-discovery journeys with powerful common threads — including an illuminating ho-phase. Learn what their spicy escapades revealed about their desires and kinks, plus tips for making the most of your own sexual exploration. You'll also learn a simple way to play with power dynamics in a relationship, how Dominant and Submissive (D&S) experiences can vary from media depictions and how a crying kink can play out. Learn more from Jenay by listening to My Naked Mindset. Find her Self-Love Journal on Amazon. Learn more from Court or sign up for his SACRED retreat or workshops at bodyvox.com. Or follow along at @thebodyvox on Instagram and Facebook. Build your pleasure collection at The Pleasure Chest! IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Oct 18, 2023 • 21min
Sex Clubs, Kink and Discovering Something Deeper: Yuval Mann
Yuval Mann is an erotic intelligence mentor who helps people use their sexual expression as "a vehicle of individual and collective evolution." Early on, though, he was barely allowed to interact with girls, much less embrace his sexual desires. His journey from the Israeli army to the global fetish and kink scene taught him about pleasure, intimacy and so much more. You'll hear about: His sexual awakening, after growing up as an Orthodox Jew A relationship that helped heal some of his sex-related shame What he discovered at his first sex party A hot triad relationship on Paradise Island Tips for exploring in your own sex life Learn more from Yuval here, and check out his Sensual Alchemy community on Telescope. Explore The Pleasure Chest's latest specials! And their special Bondage and Restraints Collection. Note: This episode features a man who grew up in Israel. It was finalized before the Israel-Hamas war broke out, bringing profound tragedy. Like so many, I'm thinking of those who are most affected with deep heartache and care. Credible aid organizations you can donate to: https://www.npr.org/2023/10/13/1205235922/help-israel-gaza-humanitarian-organizations IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner patreon.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Oct 4, 2023 • 29min
Adventures in Polyamory and Open Relationships: Dr. Joy
Long before Dr. Joy became a groundbreaking relationship expert, she gleaned harmful messages about sëxuality. Her journey into ethical non-monogamy and polyamory shed light on important truths, while invited lesson-rich challenges and benefits she continues to cherish. Today Joy helps others cultivate authentic, pleasure-rich lives and relationships, no matter the style. And her work continues to reveal myths so many of us learn about intimacy, ways they damage (supposedly) ethical non-monogamous relationships, and the wonderfulness that can unfold when we unlearn them. In addition to Joy's personal journey into non-traditional partnerships, you'll learn: Myths about ENM, involving cheating and jealousy How new relationship energy (NRE) can play out for poly folks A practice she recommends for determining your own best relationships style Learn more from Dr. Joy: joyberkheimer.com Explore The Pleasure Chest's latest specials! More Girl Boner fun: IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin

Sep 20, 2023 • 46min
Igniting Love/Lust After 40: Treva and CK
Treva Brandon Scharf was in her early 40s when she set her sights on becoming a single mother. Little could she have anticipated what would unfold in her fertility journey, from spicy escapades to frustrating challenges – much less the major love life shift that would follow. After CK Love learned of a partner's betrayal, she set out on a journey to connect with her sensual self — something she hadn't realized needed more healing. And both women have found their way to a deeper sense of self, fulfilling relationships and sexy sparks we can all learn from. (CK's story was originally released in February, 2022.) Learn more from Treva here and from CK here. Explore The Pleasure Chest's latest specials! More Girl Boner fun: IG: @GirlBonerMedia TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio FB: @MyGirlBoner augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner Produced by August McLaughlin


