The Ladies Room

When Nikki Boyer's best friend, Molly, is diagnosed with terminal breast cancer she does something unexpected: she leaves her husband to embark on a sexual journey. Together they document this journey in what is to become the hit podcast Dying For Sex and the soon-to-be hit TV show starring Michelle Williams and Jenny Slate. Today I sit down with Nikki to talk all things Molly, sex, fertility, can...

This might be the most important episode I've ever recorded. Nicole Bedera has dedicated her life to researching sexual violence and as a result she's an expert in navigating consent, Title IV, and maybe most importanlty, recovering from sexual violence. She drops information in this episode that I've never heard anywhere else and what could have been an incredibly dark episode left me feeling pro...

Julie and Yue from from the Dateable podcast drop by to share their best dating tips and top insights after a decade in the relationship space. Plus! They have a new book which you can get HERE . If you want more of Julie or Yue follow or to check out the show click HERE . Or, take the dating archetype quiz HERE . Disclosure: some links might be affiliat links where I may be eligible fo comission....

Hi from Japan! My editor dropped the ball so instead of an episode today and break for xmas and NYE -- I will see you guys back here on the 31st!! Thank you, love you. xx, R See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Today's goest is an expert on compersion, which is the foundation of polyamory. She is going to tell us about compersion but also what we all can do to be less jealous in our romantic and non romantic lives. If you want more of Marie follow her on IG here or check out her website: https://www.mariethouin.com/ To WATCH episodes click here:  https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ For video clips f...

I have the one and only Sabrina Zohar on the show today -- you're going to love her as much as I do!! Today's episode is full of tips on how to deal with dating anxiety, shifting your mindset and truly getting in the driver seat of your own love journey. If you want more of Sabrina you can find her on IG , TikTok or her Podcast . To WATCH episodes click here:  https://theladiesroom.substack.c...

Dr. Sherry Ross is one of LA's top OBGYN's and today she is here to answer all the questions you wish you could ask your doctor but never have -- PLUS she talks about her upcoming intimate skincare line which has me waiting with bated breath!! To learn more about Dr. Sherry Ross click HERE or to buy her SHE-OLOGY books click HERE or HERE . To WATCH episodes click here: https://theladiesroom.substa...

Buckle up for some girl talk with the legendary Kay Brown. You might know her from The Betchelor but today we are gabbing about what it's like to be single in the second worst city for dating in the country aka Los Angeles. We talk dating icks, dating apps and of course dating advice. If you fell in love with Kay the way I did be sure to follow her on IG HERE . To WATCH episodes click here: ...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to date as a little person or as someone who is in a wheelchair? Today's guest is Alina Kasha and she has diastrophic dysplasia. We talk about her journey with love and dating, from low key catfishing to find love by being her true authentic self and so much more. To follow Alina click HERE . To WATCH episodes click here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ LI...

It's election day and I felt weird about dropping a regular episode because I didn't want the guest to feel like they got the shaft in terms of when this comes out so I figured I would keep those of you who want a distraction some company and chat about where I'm at and where I'm at with dating. To WATCH episodes click here: https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ For video clips from this episode or...

Abortions are extremely politicized and often discussed in secret, which is why Kelsey Darragh is so vocal about hers. She is actively trying to combat the shame and the misinformation out there about abortions and today, for the first time, Rory publicly addresses hers. This episode is intended to educate and help women feel comfortable with THEIR choice, whatever that choice may be. To follow Ke...

Kendra Allen aka Your Breakup Bestie joins Rory Uphold to discuss the parallels between bouncing back from a breakup and getting sober. She walks us through the process of healing from a breakup and how she went from rock bottom to happily ever after. To work with or learn more about Kendra click  HERE . To listen to her podcast click  HERE  and to holler her click  HERE . PLEA...

TW: this episode contains a lot of sensitive subject matter like assault and abuse. It's a powerful episode but if it's not something you can handle right now, the episode will always be here. Rena Martine is a former sex crimes deputy district attorney turned intimacy coach, TEDx speaker, and author of  The Sex You Want . She empowers women and couples to embrace their sexuality and build de...

Did you know there are 10 flirt styles?... This week's guest is a sex scholar, sex therapist, trained dominatrix and this week's guest. She sits down with Rory to discuss sex trends throughout history, BDSM and how to be a better flirt! To learn more about Nadege click HERE or follow her on IG HERE . To take the flirt quick click HERE . To WATCH episodes click here: https://theladiesroom.substack....

Have you ever wished there was someone who could help you through your heartache? Today's guest, Amy Chan, created the Breakup Bootcamp and literally does just that. Plus! That's not all, she's recently expanded into helping people find partnership with her Dating Bootcamp. To get her book Breakup Bootcamp: The Science of Rewiring Your Heart click HERE . To follow Amy Click HERE and to visit her w...

Hey Guys! Swapping feeds with YOU PROBABLY THINK THIS STORY'S ABOUT YOU because I think that you might enjoy the show... and if you do, you can follow them here:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-probably-think-this-storys-about-you/id1747985859  -- SEE YOU BACK IN SEPTEMBER!!! x,Rory When Brittani Ard matches with Kanon on Hinge sparks fly. Their first date revealed an instant...

Erika Ettin aka A Little Nudge, joins the podcast to share her no nonsense dating advice. We talk about why your less likely to have a date if you don't make a plan before exchanging phone numbers, how your texting style can actually lead you to less quality matches (no, really) and so many more useful tips on how to navigate the complicated world of dating and relationships. It's an incredible in...

A wild crime involving a basement deserves an equally wild guest! Enter: comedian Daphnique Springs. She joins the podcast to talk worst dates, remaining confident, not trusting people and "learning to love". It's an episode full of laughs and one truly unhinged crime. To watch Daphnique's special SINGLE FEMALE (for free!) click  HERE . To follow her on IG click  HERE . Or to see her in...

Link to the substack:  https://theladiesroom.substack.com/ After a major meltdown I am back (for the second try) at a solo episode -- it's been a minute and I figured I would pop on and share some updates, where im at and also what I've learned as the host of a love/sex/dating podcast over the past three seasons. So here are 15 lessons I've learned. I hope you enjoy it. As a reminder, there a...

WOW -- I recorded a solo episode that never actually recorded... Hoping to rerecord tomorrow and get it up later in the day. I apologize for being SO BLONDE. Thank you, love you. xx, rory See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Want a new way to date? Want to find your soulmate but you're sick of outdated patriarchal dating advice? Lily Womble is your girl. We dig into everything from why your "type" isn't the person you'll end up clicking with IRL to the best questions to ask on a first date and so much more. To learn more about Lily follow her here:  https://www.datebrazen.com/about-lily  or get her book here...

Dr. Nadine Macaluso joins the show to help us learn how to spot narcissism, pathologic lovers, and other toxic relationships traps. Plus! She give a lot of valuable tips on how to extricate yourself from those relationships, how to heal and more importantly how to bounce back better. For more information on Dr. Nadine please visit her site:  https://drnae.com/about-dr-nadine-macaluso/  T...

Jade Catta Preta drops by to weigh in on an INSANE crime involving a kidney!! Plus, we discuss coming out, overcoming jealousy and insecurities, perimenopause, sex and so so much more. It's an banger episode. To follow Jade or see her live check her out here:  https://jadecattapreta.com/  or follow her on IG  HERE . Thanks to Colleen for sharing her story -- you can follow her ...

Brittany Allyn aka Thirtywaves joins the show to share her confidence tips for people who have found themselves living outside societies norms. SHe's 38, single and THRIVING. Plus, we talk about her time as a matchmaker, her viral MeMoons, working at a dating app, and so much more. To learn more about Brittany you can check out her site here:  https://thirtywaves.com/  or follow her&nbsp...

One winner will win a copy of Fighting For Our Friendships -- make sure you are signed up for the mailing list:  https://www.crimesoftheheartpod.com/ Are you conflict avoidant? Is it hard for you to make new friends? You do dread uncomfortable conversations with people you care about? Danielle Bayard Jackson has literally written the book to help you with all of these things and so much more....