Sex Ed Debunked

Christine and Shannon break down what's to come in the Spring semester and review some of the most interesting takeaways from season 1. References ACE: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex  Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

On the last episode of the first semester, Christine and Shannon tackle the holiday classic-turned-villain, "Baby, It's Cold Outside," and recap affirmative consent (FRIES), sexual scripts, and what it means to be sex positive.  Episodes return in January for the second semester!  Follow us at @sexeddebunked on IG, Twitter, and FB, or shoot us an email at sexeddebunked@gmail.com wit...

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk sensual (and sexual) mindfulness this holiday season, and the balancing act between the season of joy and the season of STRESS! By focusing on different types of happiness and gratitude, you can continue to feel pleasure and relief this holiday season!  Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon chat with Lukas Hawthorne from Mister Sister Erotica in Providence about adult retail during COVID, gift-giving during the holidays, and why what's "trending" might not be what's best for you – and that's okay! References Gaia Eco Vibrator Massage Candle Recommended online stores: Kinkly Hello Cake As You Like It Shop   Fo...

In this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss goals of sex, “bad orgasms,” recent studies about sex and orgasms, and the relationship between sexual love languages and erotic blueprints. References Pamela Madsen – Focus on Sexual Arousal, Not Orgasm Kinsey Institute Study – "Bad Orgasms"  Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send us a message at sexeddebunked@gmail.com

On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss healthy communication with your partner(s) and the importance of being open and honest about your evolving needs. You don't want to get stuck in a satisfaction rut, and your partner doesn't want to leave you disappointed! The truth is, better intimate communication leads to better relational quality! Resources Long-Term Desire (Ted Ta...

or, The Myth of Spontaneous Desire. On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about factors that get in the way of being "turned on," spontaneous desire vs. responsive desire, and what it means to have "arousal non-concordance." Which is all to say: being turned on is neither purely physical nor purely mental; so talk to your partners, and be clear about your attr...

On this week's episode of Sex Ed Debunked, Christine and Shannon talk about sexual communication, the benefits of being clear about what you want in the bedroom, and how to know what you "like." As promised, check out the links to the Erotic Blueprint and Sex Love Language quizzes below. Thanks for tuning in! References Erotic Blueprint Quiz What's Your Sexual Love Language?  G...

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about the difference between "no"-based consent and affirmative consent, and why the latter can lead to better overall sexual health and satisfaction. They also discuss the FRIES model of affirmative consent: Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific. Resources: What is Sexual Consent? What does it mean to ask f...

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about what it means to be "sex positive" and some of the misconceptions around the term. In fact, being sex positive is less about "having sex," and much more about having a healthy, positive understanding of yourself and your body, and what will make you feel safe and satisfied. References What does "sex positive&quo...

On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk to Bill Shaner, an independent journalist from Worcester, MA, about the new sex ed curriculum in Worcester school systems and the school committee candidate running on the "Opt Out" platform that would allow parents to pull their kids out of comprehensive sex ed. Read more about the Three R's Curriculum and check out Bill'...

On this episode, Christine and Shannon apply some theory to why coming out (episode 4) can be so difficult, and touch on important theoretical models including: minority stress model, the Kinsey Scale, contact theory, and the reclamation of "queer." Resources below: Understanding the Minority Stress Model What does Coming Out mean? How to Come Out The Contact Hypothesis The Kinsey Scale...

Myth: Coming Out Can be Easy. On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon discuss coming out, media representation, the reclamation of “queer,” and how to create space for people of all identities. Tune in weekly on Wednesdays and follow us @sexeddebunked  Resources: PFLAG: Support for When a Loved One Comes Out The Trevor Project: Guide to Coming Out  Follow us on social @sexeddebunked or send...

Myth: You Only Need One Talk. In this week's episode, Christine and Shannon talk about the different sex "talks" you should have with the young people in your life, from toddlers through teenagers. They'll also cover where babies come from, and why it's better to tell the truth than lie about a magical Stork. Timestamps to talking points are (6:51) not the talk, but a seri...

Myth: The Birds and Bees Are All There Is. On this week’s episode, Christine and Shannon talk about why teaching anatomy – even proper anatomy – doesn’t constitute comprehensive Sex Ed. We’ll also touch on the recent abortion decision in Texas, and the origin of the phrase “birds & bees” (spoiler: it’s not good). Tune in to Sex Ed Debunked weekly on Wednesdays, and follow us @sexeddebunked on...

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’ll cover sex ed classes gone wrong, the abstinence myth, sex positivity, gender roles, the truth about hookup culture, and what all those letters in the LGBTQIAA spectrum really stand for. Tune in every Wednesday for new episodes and fol...

Hi! This is Sex Ed Debunked, a cross-generational podcast hosted by mother-daughter duo Christine and Shannon Curley, where we talk about all the things you learned – or didn’t learn – in sex ed ... And where it all went wrong.  From the abstinence curriculum to the monogamy myth, and the vast spectrum of rainbow representation, we’ll get real about sex positivity and sexual health, and learn with...