Birds and Bees Don't Fck

Rena Martine is a Women's Intimacy Coach, Speaker and Author originally from LA where she learned more about sex from breaking into her dad's secret cabinet then she ever did in a classroom. In this episode we talk about: The adventure that exists within a container of boundaries vs. the overwhelm that exists with no boundaries The power of planning for sex Arousal for people with vulvas Learning...

Braxton Holme is an adult film Production Designer originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan where he had nothing more than flower babies in Home Ec class to teach them about sex. In this episode we talk about: The cowboy fever dream pool party where we met How he got into the art of clothing naked people (aka costuming for porn) How working with adult performers changed his view of the profession Th...

Subhah is a Comedian, Actor and Writer originally from the suburbs of Chicagos where everything was innuendo and the high school was split like a prison gang. In this episode we talk about: Sex workers vs. comedians, who has it better?  Germany's sex work stipend! 80s innuendo, the pinnacle of public school sex ed Teachers who clearly don't fuck teaching kids about sex... and what their perspectiv...

Bet Heykoop is a Stunt Driver originally from Whittier, CA where the girls are prettier is literally on t-shirts and also she was home schooled so sex ed was up to dear ole mom and dad. In this episode we talk about: Arielle falling in love with an MGB in Bet's hometown How two babes in classics me (thanks @cncpics and The Motoring Club !) How she dreamt up her show, Hot Shift Creating space for w...

Dr. Dee Hartmann is a Women's Health Physical Therapist, Educator and Author originally from South Central Illinois where questions simply weren't asked.   In this episode we talk about: The importance of exploring your own body to discover how your pleasure works Pelvic floor isn't just about getting rid of pain, it's about experiencing pleasure too The penetration problem in women's health The c...

Nadège is a Sex Scholar, Astrologist, Author and Coach originally from Los Angeles, CA where nuns taught sex ed and brought in the actress who held up an STI sign in a Good Charlotte video as a guest speaker.   In this episode we talk about: How Nadège became a Sex Scholar Growing up as a curious, extroverted child who knew they wanted to be on birth control… just in case Being sexy meant being lo...

Jacquis Neal is an actor, comedian and creator of 'Comedian Feud' originally from Chicago, IL where old men would kiss women on the lips at Church as a standard greeting.   In this episode we talk about: Creating his live show, Comedian Feud How fear and embarrassment over saying anything sexual causes people to lose the game Showmances; They're alive and well How Intimacy Coordinators impact our...

Emily Anne is a BDSM Coach, Educator and Author originally from a farm town in the Pacific North West where her graduating class had only 40 people!   In this episode we talk about: Sexy events bring people together New Yorkers and kinky people, we'll always find each other What it is to truly see someone Exploring erotic interiors The reality of working in sexuality, even when it's not sex work T...

Tess Tregellas is a Writer, Comedian and Hopeless Romantic originally from Fairfield, CT where the vibe was very Stepford Wives where Christmas cards were perfect but was not quite as staged.   In this episode we talk about: Her big fat spoof wedding If you have a vision you can get what you want Her journey and growth with @Betches (yes, that's how you know her) Trials and tribulations of freelan...

Dr. Rachel Daof is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and owner of The Pelvic Model who is originally from Palmdale, CA where her teacher made it VERY clear he did not want to be talking to pre-teens about sex. In this episode we talk about: Arielle donating her body to science The vibrator that gives you data on your orgasms Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists are the Unicorns of the medical world Th...

Chris Lewis is a Stand Up Comedian, Writer and Vegetarian originally from Los Angeles, CA where he didn't learn much from the visibly uncomfortable teacher who was randomly called in to teach kids about sex, but he learned QUITE a bit from AOL search histories.  In this episode we talk about: Ruby, obviously Parental disclaimer: He loves his mama and Christ Race and beauty standards in the 80s & 9...

Terra Ace is an Actor, Comedian, Writer and Burlesque Performer originally from Orange County, CA where they were taught that virginity (which isn't real, by the way) was their purpose on earth. BIG YIKES (ya'll know virginity isn't real, right?). CONTENT WARNING : Sexual Assault & Childhood trauma is mentioned in this episode. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, confidential h...

Elle Stanger is a Writer, Sex Educator, Sex Worker and Host of the podcast "They Talk Sex" originally from a small village outside of San Diego, CA where you couldn't buy underwear and they had a Sex Ed pep rally in the school gym. In this episode we talk about: This time Elle gets to share about their own experiences Purity Culture's far reaching impact A buffet of ways to feel bad Growing up in...

Ellington Wells is a writer and stand up comedian who was raised in Vermont and Hamden, CT where her dad, a Neuroscientist, would threaten to be her sex ed teacher when she would misbehave… which is obviously any kids nightmare! In this episode we talk about: Why do we refuse to see our parents or kids as people who have sex? The dangers of Italian men (but just the Italian ones, I guess) Followin...

Sarah Spurlock is a Writer, Artist, Witch and Pole Dancer who is originally from the outskirts of Sacramento where her school became a mega church as soon as the bell rang each day. You can find Sarah on Instagram at @sarahhhhchristine as well as her bio page https://bio.site/Sarahhhhchristine where you can find out more about her feminist writing and consultation services. Hey, did you like this...

Oliver Berger is an Emmy Award winning Puppeteer, Creative Producer, Improvisor and fellow brave soul who has spent the last 3 years keeping sets safe from the virus we shall not mention, originally from Beverly Hills California (yes, that one) where movies and TV were his best and worst Sex Ed teachers. You can find Oliver on Instagram and everywhere else at @oliverberger Hey, did you like this e...

Sam is a Kinky Consultant, Sex Worker and Performance Artist originally from Palm Springs, CA where they chose purity culture for themselves, only to learn later in life that not only were they kinky, but they were also gay, polyamorous and had a deep desire to help people experience judgement free pleasure. In this episode we talk about: Sam's space, the Pink Playground in Los Angeles, CA How kin...

Anastasia Washington is an award winning Actress, Comedian, Podcaster, Writer, Director, Singer, Curvy Model, Comic Con Panelist and Dance Hall Queen originally from Los Angeles, CA (yes, people are actually from here) where she had way more exposure than most kids do, but here mom was there to answer every weird, uncomfortable question Anastasia could come up with. Including how to be a Witch! Yo...

Samantha Jane is a Writer, Comedian, Host of Comedy A Go-Go, A Play Party Manager and the Only Fans girl of your dreams originally from Hillsdale, NY and West Palm Beach Florida where, quite honestly, everything was fucked (think, Euphoria)! You can find Samantha on Instagram and Twitter at @samsweets and of course her Only Fans at @onleesams If you'd like to know more about the play party we ment...

Bri Giger is an Actor, Comedian, Writer and DJ who is sure to make them panties drop originally from a mix of Arizona and NYC where things swung from yeast infection education, to slut shaming to being told she couldn't get pregnant if she had sex standing up. Special guest trying to get all up in there, Ruby the kitten. You can find Bri on Instagram at @brigiger and find everything she's up to th...

Eric Owusu is a Writer, Actor and Comedian originally from Hyattsville, Maryland where his dad had to sign a permission slip before they'd let him go to Sex Ed.  Special guest returning for another cameo, Babe The Pup! You can find Eric on Instagram at @eric.kay.owusu , on TikTok at @ericowusucomedy and on Twitter at @owusukid Hey, didja like this episode? Sweet! Like, Subscribe and tell your frie...

Beowulf Jones is a Comedian and the Producer of Storylines, a hybrid live action / animated storytelling webseries. He hails from Sarnia Ontario Canada, where the George Michael was the great teacher who prepped him for puberty. An experience many of us can relate to. Check out Storylines: https://storylines.tv/ Follow Beowulf on Instagram @beowulfjones or Twitter @iambeowulfjones He's also on Box...

Eli Olsberg is a Comedian, Writer and Actor originally from Hollywood, Florida where his Sex Education quickly shifted from accurate to abstenance when the country's leadershp went from President Bill Clinton to President George W. Bush.  Follow Eli on Instagram @eliolsberg or on Twitter @eliolsberg AND you can catch him at the Pleasure Chest in West Hollywood every second Tuesday of the month! He...

Suzee Dunn is a Writer, Comedian, Producer and all around Boss Witch originally from Battle Creek, Michigan where girls learned about periods, the boys did not, and some kids opted out completely! Special guest who had to make her voice know, Babe the pup. You can find Suzee on Instagram at @BossWitch Hey did you like this episode? Sweet! Leave a 5 star review telling us why you love Birds and Bee...

We can all agree that the whole birds and bees thing was a lie, right? When it comes to sex education in our formative years, just about everyone gets a big ole F. And not the good kind. Join Arielle Zadok as she talks to friends, comedians and sexuality professionals about what they did, and didn't learn about sex growing up. Follow Arielle on Instagram @ArielleZadok