The Radical Sex Witches

We didn’t know exactly where this limited series would take us. We just knew it was time. And now we’re at the final episode of Perimenopause: Hot. Tired. Still Dangerous. Episode 4: Still Dangerous is about what remains after the shift. Power. Pleasure. Desire. Identity. We unpack libido myths in perimenopause, the way desire shifts when bodies do, the power of pleasure as regulation instead of p...

At some point, you realize you were handed fear instead of facts. In our limited series, Perimenopause: Hot. Tired. Still Dangerous., Episode 3, Treatment Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All, we take hormone fear apart piece by piece. We were told HRT caused cancer. Full stop. What most of us weren’t told is how outdated studies, flattened headlines, and zero follow-up conversations shaped that narrative. Fea...

The body keeps score, and in midlife, it stops whispering. In our limited series, Perimenopause: Hot. Tired. Still Dangerous., Episode 2, Grief, Rage and the Nervous System, is about what happens when perimenopause amplifies everything you were already carrying. Grief lands differently. Rage shows up faster. Your nervous system refuses to be bullied into productivity. Partners don’t always underst...

NEW LIMITED SERIES!! We didn’t come back lightly, but we’re damn happy to be here, talking to you, our dear witches. This limited series exists because too many of us are living inside a story we were never told. Perimenopause: Hot. Tired. Still Dangerous. starts with Episode 1, "What the Hell Is Happening to Me?", the point where nervous system overload, sudden symptoms, and a body in r...

Well amazing listeners, the time has finally come for this to be our last podcast episode. It has been 3+ years of all kinds of deep dives into sexuality, witchiness, history, and both the serious and the silly. It has really been an incredible journey! We've had an absolute blast and are so grateful to YOU for listening and all your support. Thank you!! With love ~ Carla & Little Leah *...

In this episode we explore some of the most unusual, strangest and sometimes worst ideas from the world of adult entertainment. There are some truly outrageous and bizarre sex toy inventions that have somehow managed to make their way to market. How? We have no idea and neither will you when you hear this list! *  Curious about how to liberate your inner witch and experience more pleasure, turn on...

This episode is all about burnout. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overwork. It's not just about being tired; it's about feeling drained, disengaged, and unproductive. Women are particularly prone to burnout due to societal expectations, work-life balance challenges, and the pressure to excel in multiple roles. We discuss why...

As more of us are choosing the bear over the man, fighting for our reproductive rights, ignoring the catcalls, the comments on our looks, clothing, how we age, how many people we've slept with ... and just any general comment on what men think women should be, it's no surprise that the 4B Movement has taken South Korea by storm and that women in North America are now also getting on boar...

It is human nature to want to know more about ourselves. And for many people, astrology, the study of how celestial bodies may influence our lives, is an important way to come up with signs, answers and predictions. Humans have been looking up at the stars to plan their lives for millennia, and even today in our modern, scientific world, astrology has never been more popular.  And while most of us...

You might have heard the term microbiome thrown around before, but what exactly is it? Well, think of your body as a bustling metropolis, but instead of humans, it's teeming with trillions of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other tiny critters.  This microscopic community, known as the microbiome, resides in and on our bodies, playing a crucial role in our overall health and...

Another Bad Babes of History episode, this one about the trailblazing American journalist Nellie Bly. One of the very first investigative reporters, Nellie was also a wild adventurer, who lived by her own creed that “nothing is impossible if one applies a certain amount of energy in the right direction”.  She was a true force of nature, fighting  fiercely for justice, especially for the most vulne...

Between 1500-1800, thousands of women across Europe were accused of being witches. Witchcraft was the catch all accusation made of anyone who created discomfort in a deeply religious and misguided society.  If you worked with medicinal herbs, stayed unmarried, refused the advances of a powerful man, or your baby died - you could be accused of witchcraft, put on trial and condemned to death - often...

In the possible experiences of pleasure, orgasm probably ranks right up at the top. It's a topic that has fascinated humans for centuries, inspiring art, literature, and endless curiosity. But what exactly happens in our bodies and brains when we experience this intensely pleasurable sensation? In this episode we delve into the fascinating world of orgasms, exploring the history of research,...

They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. True - but our standards for beauty are also very much influenced by the social and cultural standards of the day. What we find extraordinarily beautiful today, was maybe once thought of as very unattractive - and vice versa.  Throughout history, both women and men have done some pretty outrageous things to adhere to the beauty standards of their day....

Today, when we say someone is hysterical, we mean that they are frantic, or out of control. But did you know that as recently as 1980, hysteria was a formally studied psychological disorder that could be found in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders? Throughout history hysteria has been a sex-selective disorder, affecting only those of us wit...

In this episode, we plunge into the enchanting realm of eclipses, those celestial wonders that have captivated civilizations throughout time. Across cultures, eclipses have fuelled the imagination, inspiring myths of divine intervention and cosmic transformation. Join us as we explore the intersection of science and astrology, uncovering the profound significance of eclipses in guiding us toward p...

Between August and October 1720, two female pirates named Anne Bonny and Mary Read terrorized the Caribbean in and around Jamaica. Despite their short career, they became two of the most notorious pirates during the height of the eighteenth-century Golden Age of Piracy.  In a world dominated by men, they became infamous for their bravery, cruelty and unwavering determination to escape the social c...

AI has massively been in the news over the last year, it has caused all sorts of controversy, including it being a big part of the filmmaking strikes across America. You’re either for or against it and chances are, even if you aren’t aware of it, you’re likely already using artificial intelligence in your every day life. But have you ever thought about using AI for sex? Not is it already here, but...

Spring is around the corner here in the Northern Hemisphere and many of us may be looking ahead to gardening and starting seedlings, or just planning what to grow. This year we want to encourage you to create a witches garden, filled with magical herbs and plants, that you can use to create your own medicines and potions. Not only is it incredibly enjoyable to grow your own plants, but you learn t...

Today we want to talk about rejection. We've all experienced it, and we all know how much it can hurt. Whether it's being turned down for a date, rejected during a job interview, or even experiencing social exclusion among peers, the experience of rejection is pretty much an inevitable part of being human.  But while these experiences can be initially perceived as a setback and feel real...

This episode is about the story of Candy Jones, who was at one time a sought-after model and radio personality but who later claimed that she might have been a victim of mind control experimentation by the CIA. It is a tale filled with espionage, intrigue, and unethical mind control experiments between the 1940's-1960's. True? Made up? We don't know for sure, but this is a wild stor...

In a committed relationship with a man, but you’re not married?! Congratulations, some governments consider you a concubine … or engaged in concubinage (which we probably mispronounce a million times in the episode!). In Concubines, Courtesans and Adulterers, we discuss the absurdity of relationship terms and transgressions throughout history and even today. * Curious about how to liberate your in...

In this episode we are talking about a condition that many women struggle with. Vaginismus is an umbrella term that describes issues with penetration - any kind of penetration. So this can be tampons, a medical exam or sexual penetration, solo or with someone else.  Having vaginismus can be a very challenging experience that carries a lot of shame and embarrassment and is often kept secret and not...

So a while back in episode #131 I Was Today Years Old Historical Sex Facts, we shared that vulgar and bawdy sex tales and poems, called fabliaux, were very popular in Medieval times. And while we gave you a little sample, there is just so much more to share! Buckle up your broomsticks and get ready for some hilarious sex stories of yore! * Curious about how to liberate your inner witch and experie...

We’ve got our first Bad Babe of History for 2024, and this “Nasty Gal” singer is not to be confused with an actress by the same name. In this episode we feature renowned funk singer, Betty Davis. Never heard of her? Well, she has been acknowledged as an influence and inspiration for generations of musicians including her husband, Miles Davis, and everyone from Prince and Rick James to Erykah Badu...