Sleeping Around

In this episode of Sleeping Around, Alayna sits down with Dr. Eric FitzMedrud, a therapist specializing in helping men redefine masculinity, consent, and intimacy. They dive into complex topics like male vulnerability, emotional regulation, and unpacking harmful aspects of the "manosphere." Dr. FitzMedrud shares insights into consent, the importance of emotional connection, and advice on fostering...

We dive into the world of asexuality in this week’s episode of Sleeping Around, with journalist and author Angela Chen. Angela's book,  Ace: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex , sheds light on this often-misunderstood identity. Angela and Alayna explore questions like: How can someone recognize a lack of sexual attraction if they've never felt it? Can asexual ind...

Dive into a thought-provoking conversation as I welcome acclaimed erotic filmmaker Erica Lust to  Sleeping Around . In this episode, we explore the world of ethical feminist porn- breaking down stereotypes, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, and redefining narratives on sexuality and representation. Lust sheds light on how her films focus on real pleasure, diversity, and empowerment in ways mainst...

In this episode of  Sleeping Around , I sit down with Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research. Dr. Neff shares insights from her groundbreaking work on mindful self-compassion, discussing how it transforms our relationship with ourselves and others. Listen in for some practical tips for developing your own self-compassion practice and discover how this essential skill...

Trigger Warning: in this episode we discuss sexual trauma. The episode does not contain graphic detail but does include the story of Jimanekia's assault and discussion of sexual trauma in various forms. Take care of yourself! In this episode, I chat with Jimanekia about healing from trauma and the role of community in recovery. We discuss steps for survivors re-entering the dating world, essential...

What are the most important questions couples should ask before getting married? In today’s episode, Allison Raskin and I explore everything to do with modern marriage, diving into the pressures of gender roles, whether or not we should normalize divorce, accepting your partner vs pushing for change, and more. We also tackle essential questions like: How does OCD affect relationships? What are the...

In this episode we delve into the complexities of gender and pleasure for all bodies. We explore gender fluidity and the balance between finding pleasure and dysphoria, while offering practical tips for gender expansion in solo and partnered sexual experiences. We also tackle questions like: - What is gender mercuriality? - Should we be aiming for gender euphoria? - How do we avoid the pitfalls of...

Welcome to the first ever episode of Sleeping Around! What are some of the most common concerns that couples bring to therapy? In today’s episode Kate Moyle and I dive into why 40% of people report dissatisfaction with their sex life, how sexual communication can transform your relationship, and what happens when desire fades over time. We also tackle essential questions like:  How much sex is nor...

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