Trailblaze Media

Sex Ed Debunked

Education EN ↓ 92 episodes

Mother-daughter duo Christine (PhD, Psychology) and Shannon Curley (MA, Communications) discuss all the things that sex ed (and your parents) never told you. We will debunk myths about sex by discussing sex education for life, affirmative consent, sex positivity, gender roles, sexual communication, hookup culture, and what all those letters in the LGBTQIAA spectrum really stand for. Featured in: AASECT – https://www.aasect.org/podcast-award Rhode Island Monthly – https://www.rimonthly.com/sex-ed-debunked/ Rhode Island College News – https://www.ric.edu/news-events/news/ric-alumna-and-daughter...

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Myth #51: Non-Binary Folks Are Confused with Nina, J, and Alex 23.03.2023 58:35

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon discuss identity theory, non-binary identities, and gender identity and interview Nina, Jill, and Alex about their gender journeys. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #12: Blue Balls 15.03.2023 17:46

On this week's episode, Shannon is joined by her dad, sex & health journalist Bob Curley, to talk about blue balls -- and are they even a real thing? Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #50: Asexual Isn't a Sexual Identity with Katelyn Pitcher (M.S.) 08.03.2023 34:09

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon interview Katelyn Pitcher (M.S.), a researcher in queer identities and asexuality, about what it means to be aesexual, some of the common myths around asexuality, and the unique stigma faced by the ACE community. Link: Asexuality Resources Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #11: Quick LGBTQ History Lesson 01.03.2023 33:38

On this week's study session, Christine and Shannon cover a brief timeline of (slightly unknown) LGBTQ history, including landmark legal cases and where the rainbow flag came from. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #49: Your Libido Can't Increase with Bob Curley 15.02.2023 29:24

On this week's episode, Shannon is joined by special guest, her dad, Bob Curley, to talk about a recent study on "kisspeptin," an experimental hormone that just might help increase sex drives. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #10: Setting Relationship Boundaries 08.02.2023 20:14

On this week's Study Session, Christine and Shannon talk about the concept of "boundaries," within and outside of romantic relationships. What is a boundary? How do you set one? And is the same thing as an ultimatum? Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #48: Body Autonomy is a Women's Issue with Patrick Corcoran 25.01.2023 31:29

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon discuss body autonomy, generally and from the male perspective – with the help of Pat Corcoran, a recently confirmed candidate for the "big snip." Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #9: The Science of Heartbreak 18.01.2023 25:08

On this week's study session, Christine and Shannon chat about the science behind heartbreak – and what it really means to have a broken heart, or be heartsick. Then, they pick up the mood with a discussion of NRE – New Relationship Energy – as a way to kick off 2023. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth#47: Bad Internet, Bad Sex with Samantha Cole 11.01.2023 37:50

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss sex on the Internet and the impacts of the web on body image, sexual identity and more. Then, the duo sits down with tech journalist Samantha Cole to talk about her new book, How Sex Changed the Internet and the Internet Changed Sex. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #8: Sex on the Brain 04.01.2023 12:11

On this week's Study Session, Christine and Shannon talk about the relationship between mental and cognitive health and sex/intimacy. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #7: Staying Connected Through Holidays 21.12.2022 20:36

On this week's Study Session, Christine and Shannon are joined by Steve Shephard (LICSW) to talk about chosen family, stress during the holidays, and how to maintain balance and connection during what is for some anything but "the most wonderful time of the year." Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #46: Getting "Wet" & Lube as Dysfunction 14.12.2022 33:52

On today's episode, Christine and Shannon discuss what it means to "get wet," and talk with Renee El-Krab about myths around lube, types of lube, and how lube can be used for... fun? Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #6: Anticipated Stigma + Minority Stress 07.12.2022 18:20

On this Study Session, Shannon and Christine talk about anticipated stigma, minority stress, and "passing," including personal experience and lasting impacts. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #45: "'Open' Means Adding a Third" with Dr. Nancy Sutton Pierce 30.11.2022 43:32

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon interview Dr. Nancy Sutton Pierce about how to healthily open up a relationship, and why "open" relationships don't necessarily mean adding another person to the party. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #5: Gratitude (and Election Recap) 23.11.2022 12:37

On this week's study session, Christine and Shannon discuss what they have to be thankful this Turkey season – including positive election outcomes and supportive communities. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #44: There's No New Sex Research 16.11.2022 39:22

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon recap some of the most recent studies in sex and sexuality research across the lifespan from SSSS 2022 in Vancouver, CAN. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #4: Getting The Spark Back 09.11.2022 13:47

On this week's Study Session, Christine and Shannon discuss marital (and lesbian) bed death, the importance of keeping an open mind, and how to get the spark! Fire! Heat! Electricity! back in your intimate relationships. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #43: Race-based Sex Stereotypes Aren’t Harmful with Christie Idiong, MS 02.11.2022 48:44

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon talk with Christie Idiong, MS about cultural competency and how stereotypes around sex can create unrealistic expectations and negative perceptions for people of all backgrounds. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #3: Givers and Receivers 26.10.2022 13:16

In this minisode, Christine and Shannon talk givers and receivers, tops and bottoms, and what sharing is caring means in the bedroom. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #42: Self-Care is Always a Good Thing 19.10.2022 38:34

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss what “self-care” means and bring in Katrina Shepard, LICSW to talk about when it can cross a line into potentially being self defeating. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #2: Loose Vagin@s 12.10.2022 12:26

On this week's study session, Christine and Shannon chat loose vaginas, medical truths, and what Reddit has to say about, well, everything. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #41: Pregnancy Myths 05.10.2022 36:14

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon welcome back Dr. Cailey Indech to talk pregnancy myths, including health factors, benefits, and how soon is “too” soon. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Study Session #1: Monogamy 28.09.2022 17:21

In this minisode, Christine and Shannon talk about monogamy and why it keeps getting a bad rap. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

Myth #40: You're Either Gay or Straight (Part 2) 21.09.2022 33:28

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon discuss the myth that you can "choose" to be one sexuality or another. Instead, they unpack ideas around sexual identity, outdated terminology, and the ongoing debate of whether or not "bicurious" and "heteroflexible" are appropriate terms. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmai...

Myth #39: Sex Isn't A Skill 07.09.2022 51:59

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon return for the third semester of Sex Ed Debunked with an episode on skill-building in the bedroom, and what it means to be “good in bed.” The duo is joined by intimacy and pleasure experts Elizabeth Wood and Dan Powers of The Pleasure Movement. Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com