Sex Ed with DB: smart, science-backed sex education

In this episode, DB sits down with the hosts of The Puberty Podcast, Vanessa Kroll-Bennett and Cara Natterson. They discuss common questions and tips for parents to talk to their kids about bodies, puberty, and sex, including the importance of shame-free communication and regular conversations to break down stigma. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wand ,...

What is ethical porn? DB does a deep dive on what ethical porn is, ethical porn sites she recommends, and all the stuff the haters have said in her 2 viral videos about ethical porn this month (over 750K views across platforms!). --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex...

In this episode, Danielle speaks with Dr. Blair Peters, a plastic surgeon who performs gender-affirming surgeries, including facial, chest and genital gender affirming surgery and complex peripheral nerve surgery; he is also an LGBTQ+ rights activist who is vocal online as @queersurgeon. They discuss what gender-affirming care and surgery entail, debunk myths and misunderstandings, and talk about...

Does body count matter? DB explains her thoughts on the matter and shares that a large or small "body count" is nothing to be ashamed of. She gives some context to this question and gives advice on the things to think about when deciding to have sex with a new partner. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Fa...

In this episode, DB laughs and goofs around with comedian and performer, Melissa Strype aka @thebiglissa. They chat about youth being the experts of their own experiences and how making people laugh can open the door to more taboo conversations around sexual health and identity. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wand , Future Method , and Freya . Get disco...

Does the pull out method work? DB shares some stats and information about the pull out method and offers some surprising statistics you probably haven't heard before. While the pull out method is better than no method at all, DB gives some more effective alternatives to this finnicky option. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB T...

This week's episode is part 2 of DB's mom, Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt, OB/GYN, answering our listeners' frequently asked sex questions. They discuss side effects from the pill and other birth controls, building trust between doctors and patients, the problems with pH balancing washes, and more. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wand , Future Method , and Freya...

I'm going home for the holidays and I want to get it on with myself and/or with my boo! Help! DB offers some sneaky tips and tricks as to how to get freaky without your family knowing (because you deserve alone time, pleasure, and a chance to de-stress!). --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwit...

This week is Part 1 of DB and her mom, OB/GYN Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt answering our listeners' sex ed questions! They discuss Rebecca's path to becoming a doctor, physician burnout, different forms of hysterectomy and what to expect after, the experience of childbirth, and more! Make sure to tune in next week for Part 2. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wa...

Is it normal to watch gay porn if I'm straight. DB breaks down the concept of "normal" and shares that the porn we watch (and the fantasies we have) don't aways align perfectly with our sexual orientation. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex ed podcast with our bran...

This week, Danielle chats with fellow sex educator and TikToker Whitni Miller, aka @BDE.moves. They discuss intimacy in relationships, desire, and about Whitni's work as a pleasure coach. They also talk about the difficulties of promoting sex positive content on TikTok and social media. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wand , Future Method , and Freya . G...

How do I get more in tune with my pleasure? It's easy for us to write off solo sex as unimportant or just something to do once in a while. DB offers some tips as to how to get more in tune with your body, mind, and environment to make room for amazing solo sex. Go to https://www.sexedwithdb.com/discounts to get all the discounts DB mentions in this episode. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram:...

In this episode, Danielle meets Gina Gutierrez and Faye Keegan, the creators of Dipsea, an app featuring hundreds of feminist, consensual, and sex-positive audio stories designed to get you in the mood, show you what you like, and open you up to self-discovery. They discuss Dipsea's founding, the difficulties of creating and funding a sexually-oriented business, ethical porn and erotica, and how t...

Does penis size matter? From porn to mass media, we learn from a young age that larger penises lead to a better sexual experience. DB challenges that concept and offers many reasons why penis size isn't the be all end all of good sex (and, spoiler alert, doesn't matter to most people). --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter...

In this week's episode, DB speaks with Helen Hoang, the author of three romance novels including "The Kiss Quotient," in which the main character is a woman with Autism. They discuss the writing process, the recent increase in the popularity of the romance genre, and the importance of Autistic representation. FIND HELEN HOANG'S BOOKS HERE The following links are affiliate links to our Bookshop.org...

How do I know if I am masturbating too much? DB explores the notion of "too much" masturbation and shares that unless masturbation is taking over your daily responsibilities or hurting you or someone else, you should go to town! --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex e...

In this episode, Danielle talks with Jimanekia Eborn, a sexual assault & trauma expert and trauma media consultant. They discuss trauma-informed sex education, healing from trauma through different modalities, and what it means to be a trauma consultant for film and television productions. CW: sexual assault, rape, violence, and trauma. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Ub...

Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. ABOUT SEX ED WITH DB: Take a second and think back to the sex education you had in school. Did it prepare you to have a healthy and happy relationship wit...

Today, I'm sharing a preview of a new podcast I'm enjoying and think you will, too. On Come As You Are, educator and bestselling author Dr. Emily Nagoski answers questions about sex with the latest science. You'll get a modern guide to sexual wellbeing, backed by groundbreaking research about desire, anatomy, orgasm and much more. In conversation with her producer, Emily debunks cultural myths and...

In this week's episode, DB talks to Poppy Noor, a journalist and author of the recent viral Guardian article showing what early abortion looks like. They discuss how the anti-choice movement shapes how Americans perceive early pregnancy and abortion and debunk a number of myths about abortion, pregnancy, and sexual and reproductive health. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den ,...

How Do I Feel More Present During Sex? DB offers a few options when it comes to using porn and fantasy as a way to connect to a partner during a sexual experience. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex ed podcast with our brand new merch ! Sign up for our newsletter w...

In this week's episode, Danielle speaks with Steph Herold, a research analyst who studies the portrayal of abortion on television and in film as part of the Abortion Onscreen team at at Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health (ANSIRH). The two discuss good and bad representations of abortion in media, the influence of media on people's knowledge of sexual health and abortion, and how shows...

How do I Become A Sex Educator? DB talks about the many paths to becoming a sex educator and how important it is to learn from experts who have been doing this work to promote medically accurate, non-judgmental, inclusive sex ed. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex...

In this episode, DB speaks with Nancy Cárdenas Peña, Texas State Director for Policy and Advocacy at the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice. The two talk about the intersecting impacts of immigration law and access to reproductive health care, particularly for people living in the Rio Grande Valley. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den , Uberlube , Magic Wand ,...

How do I tell my spouse about my foot fetish? DB gives tips and tricks as to how to talk to your partner about a fetish or kink you have and encourages you to remember that kinks and fetishes are totally normal. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb YouTube: Sex Ed with DB Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb Rep your favorite sex ed podcast with ou...