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QUICKIE: This week, Amanda and I talking all things HOLIDAYS! Specifically, how to survive the holidays unscathed. We know how much the holidays can bring up between family dynamics, expectations, maintaining boundaries, introducing partners, and not wanting to go to your neighbors Christmas Party...This week we're bringing you all the advice and tips to get through, and most importantly, ENJ...

How do I get back out into the dating scene? Why does dating always feel like a chase? Why am I hitting burnout? How do I set up a killer dating profile? Today I'm chatting with dating expert Ilana Dunn, former content lead at Hinge turned podcaster, all things Dating 101. Today she joins me on Bedside as we cover the ins and outs of finding love and making new connections. On this episode Il...

INTERVIEW: What is cycle syncing anyways? Should I be doing this? How do I even get started?! This week I'm in conversation with Sam Doyle , the cycle syncing goddess herself, to tell me everything we need to know about living our most authentic lives in sync with our periods. And yes, while I know this topic is for menstruators, I actually think we all can learn a thing or two from this intu...

INTERVIEW: This week the incredible Wendy Strgar is BACK on Bedside. Wendy is the founder behind Good Clean Love , a pioneer in the organic and CLEAN intimate care industry, and we're talking EVERYTHING you'd ever wish to know about vaginal microbiome health. Most importantly, what products and ingredients you should (and shouldn't) be putting in and around your genitalia. As you&ap...

MINISODE: Today I'm coming to you for a quick solo episode + check-in. We're talking Fall rituals, resets, and how to live your life with full intentionality. This minisode is filled with tips on how you can step into your power and operate from your rulebook + intuition. Stay tuned for some of the practices I'm following and have integrated recently as well as some killer prompts t...

QUICKIE: This week, Amanda and I talking all things solo traveling. But really, we're talking about how to build a trusting and deeply intuitive relationship with yourself. If you've ever had the itch to travel solo, or have wondered, how the heck are people doing this?! , this one's for you. We get super granular on this episode today with tips, how-to's, and what it looks lik...

INTERVIEW: This week I'm chatting with the incredible Nayda Okamoto, the co-founder and CEO behind August , a period care company for and by Gen Z.  We're talking all things menstruation,  period culture, and building impactful business. At the age of 16, Nadya founded PERIOD , an organization fighting to end period poverty and stigma. Under her leadership, PERIOD addressed over 1.5 mill...

INTERVIEW: Ever wondered how to go about building lasting community? Establishing a network from scratch? Or how to find the right mentors? When I first thought of bringing this theme to the podcast, the immediate person that came to mind was Amy Fraser. As you’ll hear in this episode, Amy has a true knack and super power for connecting people together. And entering her sphere is truly magnetic. I...

Today on the podcast I’m chatting with Mackie Swan, the CEO of Woo More Play. Mackie is one hell of a powerhouse who has helped define and put on the map some of the largest brands in the sexual wellness category. Today she joins me on Bedside to chat all things sex, intimacy, routines, and product! Have you ever wondered how you can begin to tap into your playful side?  Loosen up around sex (get...

QUICKIE: This week, Amanda and I are jumping right into the thick of it. Manifestation that is. If you're in need of a massive dose of inspiration, a glimmer of guidance on your own journey, this one's for you. If you're calling in some big stuff (ahem...like a relationship or partnership) this one's for you. We get super granular on this episode today with tips, how-to's,...

Ever heard of a Pleasure Practice?  This sh*t is life changing!! On today's episode I'm getting into the nitty-gritty around what a pleasure practice is, how I built mine, and tangible tips on how you can create one too! Hint: It's really simple! This practice has radically shifted my life and I'm sharing everything I know!  On this episode I cover:  what a pleasure practice is...

INTERVIEW: Are you looking to harness more confidence? Maybe even own more of your authenticity and what makes you, you ? Today I'm chatting with author, editor, and former sex writer Iman Hariri-Kia on the topic of stepping into your power.  Between finding your worth in the workplace,  straddling  sex and gender dynamics, and embracing the mess we've covering it all in our conversation...

SOLO EP: Today we're talking all about Feng Shui and how good design = good sex. More specifically the 4 main pillars I believe help to create a more intentional bedside table. After this episode you'll definitely see your bedside in a whole new light, and hopefully it inspires you to make the space work for you even more. On this episode I talk about why good design matters, unpack feng...

INTERVIEW: What's a doula? Do I need one? What are the things I should be advocating for around my pleasure? On the podcast today Sabia Wade is here to explain it all! From their experience as a birth worker to the taboos of pregnancy Sabia joins Bedside in conversation around how we can better empower ourselves and our community around reproductive justice. On this episode we cover: Systems ...

QUICKIE: Are you guilty of seeing past the red flags when it comes to sexual relationships because you're craving intimacy, connection or just want to get laid? We can relate! On this episode join me and my Quickie co-host Amanda Blair for a discussion on what we reallllly shouldn't be side-stepping when we get into bed with someone.  On this episode we cover: red + green flags around se...

INTERVIEW: Did you know you can utilize astrology as a roadmap to good sex and relationships?! Ya sure can! Today I’m in conversation with Humanistic Astrologer, Psychic Medium, and podcast host Jessica Lanyadoo who's here to talk everything astrology 101. More specifically, astrology + sex + how we can begin to dance with the stars (and our charts!) to help navigate dating, love, intimacy, a...

INTERVIEW: What's the science behind an orgasm? Have I even had an orgasm? How do I become more orgasmic? Why can I only orgasm when I masturbate? This week we've got the Orgasm Guru Dr. Laurie Mintz back on Bedside as we talk ALL about orgasms 101. If you haven't listened already be sure to check out our first interview, Becoming Cliterate, however today Dr. Laurie here to talk O&a...

INTERVIEW: Where do we begin when it comes to creating REAL and authentic community?! The type of community where you can ask shame-free questions and share tips, tricks, and advice? Emma Bates, founder of Diem social networking app, has your answer. Simply put, knowledge is power, and Emma is dedicated to spreading it by centering the voices of women and non-binary individuals. Move aside Meta!!!...

INTERVIEW: I’m so excited to introduce you to today’s guest Atarah Valentine! Some of you may be familiar with Atarah’s former work as a manifestation coach for To Be Magnetic, however today Atarah is joining us to chat all about his latest venture and starting his own practice called The Seed Level. This episode is jammed packed with everything from healing to recovering from trauma, and how to b...

INTERVIEW: Where do we even begin with sex toys?! I’m excited to introduce you (back) to Dirty Lola for part 2 of our interview. Dirty Lola is a sex educator, sexedutainor, and self proclaimed “dildo slinger”.  And let’s just say she really lives up to that title in her most recent feature in Netflix’s mini-series: The Principles of Pleasure . If you haven't already listened, tune into the fi...

INTERVIEW: Let's get kinky! On today's episode I’m excited to introduce you to Dirty Lola: a sex educator, sexedutainor, and self proclaimed “dildo slinger”.  And let’s just say she really lives up to that title in her most recent feature in Netflix’s mini-series: The Principles of Pleasure . In our recording together we covered a lot of ground, so-much-so that I decided to make this a 2...

INTERVIEW: In light of the recent tragedy and mass shooting in Uvalde Texas that took place earlier this week, we’re talking to the kids . The students who across the country participated in school walkouts and are taking a stance on the current climate of gun reform in the United States. As you’ll hear there’s a lot of talk around mental health, but more-so the sheer access we have to firearms in...

INTERVIEW: So what does Sex Ed in 2022 look like? This week I’m excited to introduce Mariah Caudillo to Bedside as we talk all about the topic of sex education. More specifically, the current climate of teaching sex ed to teens in mostly digital spaces. Mariah is a certified comprehensive and inclusive sex educator who teaches sex ed in California. On this episode Mariah shares with Bedside what s...

QUICKIE: Ghosting...the original bad boy. Everyone has a ghosting story and most people have been on both sides of the equation. Ghosting refers to the disappearing act people pull when they want to leave a relationship or potential relationship. If a breakup wasn’t bad enough, Ghosting takes it to new levels as it gives absolutely no explanation, follow up, or point of further communication. Toda...

INTERVIEW: Today I’m in conversation with Casey Tanner: certified sex therapist and Founder +  CEO, at The Expansive Group therapy practice. You also may be familiar with them online under the social platform @queersextherapy. On the show today we are talking all about queerness specifically Casey’s insights between the intersections of mental health and identity and sex. Casey shares with Bedside...