Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship Stories

Eleanor grew up learning that sexual pleasure is intended only for marriage. Now in her late 40s and peri-menopausal, she's experienced surprising changes in her sexual desires. Meanwhile, she's making way for body confidence and empowerment for her daughters – with hopes that they won't experience the shame or related difficulties she did earlier on.   Explore the latest Pleasure Chest specials:...

Pretty often, disinterest in sex has little to do with actual sex. August shares five ways to boost your desire, guiding with excerpts from past interviews and an excerpt from her Girl Boner book.   This episode features insights from: JoEllen Notte Robyn Goldberg, RD Pamela Joy Jamila M. Dawson, LMFT   Athletic Greens is offering you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE...

A woman who invented a product to make oral play more fun, an almost psychedelic oral sex experience, why some folks aren't comfortable with oral and tips for upping the ante if you enjoy it! August shares highlights from past interviews on all-things-oral, plus related tips and excerpts from her Girl Boner book.   This episode features Melanie Cristol, founder and CEO of Lorals, authors Lauren Em...

Amanda had dated more than 100 men before acknowledging her addiction to longing for unavailable mates. With the help of therapy, she was able to break-up with longing and end the virgin identity that had defined much of her adulthood.   Today the accomplished writer has a lot to say about "saving sex" – or different parts of it – including potential benefits of her own path, one thing she wishes...

Did you know that horniness is one of hundreds of reasons folks feel motivated to have sex? It's not even the most common. Understanding your own desire and creating what sex and relationship therapist Cyndi Darnell calls your erotic template can help you cultivate an erotically charged sex life, whether you're single or partnered.    Learn about common libido myths, the difference between respons...

Brooke Hazen struggled with porn-induced erectile dysfunction and a misdiagnosis after decades of unhealthy porn use. Erica Garza recalls being equally addicted to porn and shame, starting at age 12. Both folks are in a far better place now and hope their stories encourage others to feel less alone.   Learn more:  brookehazen.com   ericagarza.com For the next 10 days, you can get 40% off your subs...

Edging, faking it, sexy stories, toys! August shares highlights from her March 2020 studio session with author Autumn Bardot and listener, Kate, plus bonus tips.    You'll hear about:   A myth involving orgasms and having a baby Reasons some people fake orgasms (they're not all bad!)  How to edge your way to stronger orgasms How to get there more efficiently when sex feels "too long" How fantasies...

Elizabeth Ruzzo, PhD thought her depression symptoms had to do with grad school stress, especially when her doctor seemed unconcerned. Going off of her birth control paired with her ongoing genetic studies led to a lightbulb moment: what if scientific data could help prevent birth control side effects?    Now, as the CEO and founder of adyn , Elizabeth and her team strive to make getting the birth...

Writer, performer and producer, Judy Calabrese took a chance on being a switch and ended up gaining far more pleasure than she'd anticipated. Certified sex educator and sex worker, Elle Stanger , learned something new about her body during an impromptu experience in a gay bar bathroom.    Topics you'll hear about:   Dominatrix work and BDSM, as a newbie Erotic spanking  Squirting, aka "she-jaculat...

What changed sex for you for good? What's your favorite sex story to tell? Or most embarrassing mishap? Comedians and hosts of Trailer Park Diaries, Vicki Barbolak (America's Got Talent) and Shawn Pelofsky (The Comedy Store), join August to explore these questions and more—with the help of a popular sex toy and Esther Perel's game, Where Should We Begin.    Listen to past income reports on Cubicle...

In this Girl Boner quickie, August explores skin-gasms then shares five smart and spicy ways to pleasure your biggest organ.   Listen to past income reports on Cubicle to CEO and  receive free access to "your first $10K month" masterclass and a bonus workbook here :  zen.ai/girlbonerceo   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest !   Work with voice artist, Rosa Delgado: rosamdelgado6@gm...

When Lucie Fielding was growing up, she didn't have a word for queer, much less trans. While studying sexuality, they started to feel free to explore their gender in earnest, with empowering, pleasure-rich and life shifting results.   Today Lucie is a therapist and author of the award-winning book, Trans Sex: Clinical Approaches to Trans Sexualities and Erotic Embodiments . And she has important a...

Reina grew up on on the Bible Belt, where her abstinence-only sex ed left her with more questions than answers—especially once she developed crushes on girls. Farming helped her heal from an eating disorder, and becoming an adult content creator has helped far more than her financial woes.   In this episode, you'll learn:   One of Reina's most perplexing sex ed memories How she worked past body im...

Jessie Fresh was in her early 20s when she realized that silence was her main sex educator. After a mid-coital wakeup call and two relationships—one with sexual chemistry, one with only emotional sparks—she sought ways to cultivate the richer relationships and sexual experiences she desired.     Discovering the Erotic Blueprints changed everything for her. (And they may do the same for you!) Today...

Phone sex operator Amberly Rothfield had just gone through a several-month sex hiatus when she experienced an orgasm that changed her life. Author Dr. Samantha Allen had started to think orgasms were no longer a part of her life when, two years after sex-reassignment surgery, one surprised her. Therapist Vanessa Marin experienced her first orgasm as a child, only to struggle in the climax departme...

Do socks play a role in sex? Does size matter with pegging? How can we invite more pleasure? Hear some of the worst and best sex advice several experts have ever heard, plus a few of August's favorite sex tips from previous interviews and episodes.   Learn more about the experts featured in this episode: augustmclaughlin.com/sexadvice     Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Check...

Fiona Dawson grew up in a semi-sex-positive home, and didn't question her orientation until she fell in love with a woman. Coming out as gay felt fairly easy to her. Coming out as bi was another story…    Now an Emmy-nominated, award-winning filmmaker and author of the forthcoming book, "Are Bisexuals Just Greedy?," Fiona aims to un-f*ck gender and sexuality for a more harmonious world.    You'll...

When award-winning journalist Rachel Krantz started dating non-monogamous Adam, she thought she might finally break her pattern of short-lived, suffocating relationships. Once gaslighting ensued, she found herself stuck in a new set of problems. Rachel finally found healing and liberation and shared her story in the memoir, Open .    You'll also learn:   How non-monogamy helped Rachel explore her...

August shares the experience that helped inspire all-things-Girl Boner and why she no longer considers herself a "late bloomer."   Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner      More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia   TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio   FB: @MyGirlBoner

Allison Hope made a bet with a friend to see who could orgasm first, explored her sexuality in New York City's queer community and realized her sex limits during a salacious week on Fire Island—all before meeting her now wife. In the past few years, they've navigated very different libidos.    You'll also learn:   Two ways perimenopause can impact sexual desire How Allison's journey and erotica wr...

Rose Caraway had just launched her erotica podcast when she received an email from a listener with a compelling request: Would she share a story about cuckolding? That question, paired with a book she considers a "cuckolding bible," led her down a spicy and loving path— after some mixed feelings .    You'll also learn about:   Cuckolding basics Cuckolding tips for beginners How you can engage in i...

Suzannah Weiss was already writing about sex and relationships when she began a mission to experience orgasm during partnered sex. Judy Calabrese never expected to go down a lust-filled path with her doula—but sometimes, things…happen.   Suzannah Weiss: suzannahweiss.com   Judy Calabrese: judycalabrese.com   The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2 (Cleis Press), edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel: https://b...

Veronica Grant had her sights set on lasting love from early on. After a spree of mismatches and breakups, she learned what real emotional availability looks like—which made way for deep love.    Today she's a life and love coach, and the author of the new book, You Are Meant For Love: A No-Nonsense Guide To Help Smart, Successful Women Attract High Quality Partners and Real Love .   This episode...

If you've used sex toys, you probably have memorable sex toy stories. Hear several from listeners, as well as Andrew Gurza and Heather Morrison of Bump'n—plus how these two siblings ended up launching an accessible sex toy company, with a mission that goes beyond the toy itself.   Learn all about Bump'n and preorder the Joystick: getbumpn.com   Check out the "Picture This" documentary on Prime.  ...

Beverly Diehl felt somewhat relieved when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, a disease she expected to develop at some point. What she didn't anticipate was the profound impact a boudoir photoshoot would have on her body image and sense of sexiness.    In this Girl Boner Radio episode, you'll hear excerpts from August's 2019 conversation with Beverly, plus tips for planning your own sensual sho...