Danyelle Sturdivant

PrEP & Play: Conversations for Safer Sex

Health EN ↓ 27 episodes

Welcome to "PrEP & Play," where we have conversations about safer sex. This podcast is dedicated to empowering listeners through open, honest discussions surrounding keeping our minds, bodies, and spirits healthy while being sexually active. Each episode explores a new sexual health topic –aiming to increase knowledge and awareness in a fun, engaging way. Expect topics such as: STI and HIV Prevention Birth Control Healthcare Anatomy Consent Stigma And More... My name is Danyelle, and I’m the Rural Outreach Specialist at AIDS Alabama South*. Join me as I invite experts, healthcare professionals...

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Danyelle Sturdivant

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Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Practicing Polyamory w/ Holly and Jess pt2 03.07.2026

In this episode, Holly and Jess discuss their experiences with jealousy, stigma, and advice for people looking to start practicing polyamory. This is part 2/2. Visit stan.store/danyellevate for relationship coaching or digital guides

Practicing Ethical Non-Monogamy (Polyamory) with Holly and Jess pt 1 15.05.2026

In this episode, I'm joined again by Holly and Jess as they discuss their experience practicing ethical non-monogamy. We discuss how each of them learned about polyamory and what relationship anarchy looks like in their relationships today including boundaries and agreements they have. This is part 1 of 2.

HIV 101 (from January 2025 24.04.2026

In this episode, which originally aired January 17th, 2025, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South Prevention Education and Outreach Coordinator, Kaitlyn Burkett. We're discussing HIV 101 including the difference between HIV and AIDS, how the virus is transmitted, some common myths, and ways to prevent and treat HIV.

Basics of Viral STIs (from December 2024) 03.04.2026

In this episode that originally aired 12/27/2024, I'm joined again by Rachel Carter, and we discuss viral STIs including how they are transmitted and ways to prevent and treat them.

The Basics of Bacterial STIs (From December 2024) 13.03.2026

This episode originally aired 12/13/2024. In this episode, I'm joined by Shell Health Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter as we discuss the basics of bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). We cover: Gonorrhea Chlamydia Syphilis Bacterial Vaginosis (not technically and STI) Trichomoniasis (not technically bacterial) We discuss the symptoms of each, how they are transm...

Ethical Non-Monogamy pt 2 20.02.2026

In this episode, I'm joined by Holly and Jess to discuss ethical non-monogamy and polyamory! We continue the discussion started in the last episode, talking about how ethical non-monogamy differs from practices that are largely considered unethical.

Ethical Non-Monogamy pt 1 06.02.2026

In this episode, I'm joined by Holly and Jess to discuss ethical non-monogamy and polyamory! We discuss different styles of relationships including monogamy, swinging and open relationships, primary partnerships, polyfidelity, polyamory, and relationship anarchy. We also talk a bit about rules, boundaries, and agreements. This discussion will be continued on the next episode.

Kink and Consent (part 2) 23.01.2026

In this episode, Z and I continue our conversation around BDSM and Kink. We talk a lot about vetting, safety, the intersection of trauma and kink, and community. Z mention's her podcast The Safe Word w./ Mystique and Mr. Everlasting, so here are links to check it out: Apple Spotify Amazon

Kink and Consent (Part 1) 09.01.2026

In this episode, I'm joined by kink educator Z. We discuss BDSM and Kink, including definitions, types of play, consent, and safe words. This topic will be continued on the next episode.

Living with HIV (Rob's Story) 12.12.2025

On this episode, I'm joined by Rob who shares his experience of Living with HIV.

2025 World AIDS Day 28.11.2025

In this re-release of the World AIDS Day Episode, I discuss the history and significance of World AIDS Day with AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw. Development Coordinator, Antonio Britto, also joins me discuss how AALS will be celebrating World AIDS Day with Dining out for Life.

Anal Health and Pleasure (part 2) 26.09.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Bryan Kutner, Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. We discuss his research on anal health and pleasure, including topics such as safety, toys, and talking to partners and healthcare providers. Additional resources can be found on the Anal Pleasure and Health website, with specific sources listed below. b-Vibe’s Anal Academy : Comprehensive,...

Anal Health and Pleasure (Part 1) 15.08.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Bryan Kutner, Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. We discuss his research on anal health and pleasure, including topics such as anatomy, stigma, cleanliness, and lubrication. Additional resources can be found on the Anal Pleasure and Health website, with specific sources listed below. b-Vibe’s Anal Academy : Comprehensive, celebratory and...

Birth Control 101: Hormonal Options 01.08.2025

On this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter. We discuss hormonal birth control options including IUDs, implants, the shot, the patch, the ring, and the pill. We also discuss ease of use and potential side effects for each of these.

Birth Control 101: Non-Hormonal Options 18.07.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Carter, Nurse Practitioner and Director of Clinical Services at Shell Health (the on-site clinic at AIDS Alabama South). We discuss several different non-hormonal birth control options, their efficacy, their ease of use, and possible side effects. This includes copper IUDs, barrier methods like condoms, and fertility awareness methods.

The Past, Present, and Future of PrEP w Dr. Alftan from ViiV 04.07.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Alftan Dyson who is a Clinical Pharmacist, an HIV Specialist, and Head of Strategic Medical Partnerships at ViiV Healthcare. She answers my questions about the history of PrEP leading to the development of long-acting injectables for HIV prevention.

Let's Talk: Conversations to Have before Having Sex 20.06.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Community Outreach Specialist, Devin Burton, and Development Coordinator, Dr. Antonio. We discuss conversation to have before having sex for safety, consent, and intimacy.

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP and Doxy PEP) for HIV and STI Prevention 06.06.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Carter, Shell Health's nurse practitioner and Director of Clinical Services. We discuss Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV and bacterial STI prevention.

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV Prevention 23.05.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by Kaitlyn Burkett as we discuss PrEP! We will cover different types of PrEP, efficacy, adherence, and some common misconceptions.

Living with HIV (Tyler's Story) 09.05.2025

On this episode, I'm joined by Tyler who shares his lived experience with HIV.

Advances in HIV Care (Part 2) 28.02.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw, as we discuss advances in the treatment of HIV. This is part 2/2.

Advances in HIV Care (Part 1) 31.01.2025

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw, as we discuss advances in the treatment of HIV. This is part 1/2.

HIV 101 17.01.2025

Today I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South Prevention Education and Outreach Coordinator], Kaitlyn Burkett. We're discussing HIV 101 including the difference between HIV and AIDS, how the virus is transmitted, some common myths, and ways to prevent and treat HIV.

The Basics of Viral STIs 27.12.2024

Today I'm joined again by Rachel Carter and we discuss viral STIs including how they are transmitted and ways to prevent and treat them.

The Basics of Bacterial STIs 13.12.2024

In this episode, I'm joined by Shell Health Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter as we discuss the basics of bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). We cover: Gonorrhea Chlamydia Syphilis Bacterial Vaginosis (not technically and STI) Trichomoniasis (not technically bacterial) We discuss the symptoms of each, how they are transmitted, how they are treated, and how they...

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