The Sex Wrap

Andrew and Spring discuss all things PMS. Extra credit reading here, here, and here.   *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter for more information about our shows, launches, and events. For more information on how The Podglomerate treats data, please see...

Episode 70 is all about condom myths and finding that perfect fit. Don't ever believe someone that says "condoms don't fit me!" Also shout out to myonecondoms.com; they are giving our listeners a special discount! Use code "SexWrap" for 10% off your first purchase! Extra credit reading here and here and here!    *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distribu...

In episode 70 we talk about some of the terms used to describe gay men: what they are, how they're used, and what impact they might have. Curious about the terms? Check the episode out! And extra credit reading is available here and here. *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign...

ALERT ALERT! We hit episode 69!!!! And, to celebrate, we are answering a question about oral sex! Today's episode is about how to ask a partner to give you oral sex without feeling guilty (something a lot of people, especially women, experience). Check out our advice! Extra credit reading available here and here! *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distrib...

In episode 68, we talk about discordant desire, or couples who have different levels of sex drives. We talk about how each person in a couple can deal with that, and how to talk about it. Super fun sexy episode ahead! Extra credit reading: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00224490409552237 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00926230701620548  *** This show is a part of the Podg...

In episode 67, we get serious about the vagina. Does it stretch? Does it stretch forever? Will it un-stretch? What's with all the jokes about stretched out vaginas? This and more, in today's episode! Extra credit reading: https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article/21/6/1618/724374 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02646830020032374  *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a com...

Coming out (of the closet) is slang for people disclosing that they are "not straight." In this episode, we talk about coming out, why it is important, and how to support people in their process.  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140197111000935 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1207/s15430421tip4302_8https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0890406518302846  ***...

Curious about whether blue balls are deadly? What are blue balls, anyway??? Today we talk about blue balls, blue lips, and how to prevent them. And your extra credit reading here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4896089/  *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up...

Today we talk about how to get over a break up, how to find closure, how to get back to feeling whole again! Shoutout to Khloe Kardashian and everyone else working to un-break their heart! In this episode we mention some general exercises to help you heal, but check out one of Spring's past students, Cat, who has some great specific art therapy exercises at creativesexpression.com! Read more at: h...

Is it really harder to make friends as you get older? Today we talk about how to develop friendships. And, our tip of the day: Sometimes reconnecting to existing friends is the fastest path! And, check out some scholarly articles on the topic: https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/sampson/files/1988_asr_0.pdf; https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140197112000334; and https://link.spring...

In honor of International Women's Day this week, we are talking about the female condom, also known as the internal condom. Not only is it functional, but it puts a barrier method of protection in the hands of females. So many people still don't know what it is or how to use it, though. Fear not, we're here to help! Read more scientific related articles on the topic here: https://www.sciencedirect...

Relationship titles like "boyfriend," "girlfriend," or "partner" can really be stressful. There are a lot of expectations around relationship titles, both within the relationship and external to the relationship. In this episode we talk about some of the pressures that go with naming a relationship, and some of the reasons you might want to. Extra credit reading: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/a...

This week Andrew and Spring discuss people who identify as transgender and their right to serve in the military. (And also tune in to hear about dance injuries!) Here are a few journal article links about LGBTQ military service.  *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for o...

This episode is all about love. SELF-love, that is. That's right; masturbation is the topic of the day! Make sure you tune in to hear about Spring and Andrew's best/worst Valentine's Days as well. *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter for more informatio...

In episode 58 we address a question submitted where a woman stated that her boyfriend doesn’t like it when she talks about their sex with her friends. This episode was a couple of months in the making: Spring and Andrew originally disagreed with how to answer the question. So, finally, here is the episode, complete with us acknowledging the validity of each other's opinions. Remember, consent is i...

In episode 57, we talk about clothing choices, insecurities, and jealousy. (oh my!) Additionally, we continue with our new sexy reviews: this week we review Netflix's "Sex Education!" And, you can't forget to check out related academic links! Here's an interesting one on slut-shaming and Facebook photos! *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and...

Welcome to Season 2 of The Sex Wrap, where we are introducing a few new and exciting segments into our show! We talk all about the clitoris today: where she is and how to get to know her! Further journal reading that we mentioned in show can be found here and here. We are way psyched about a friend's method to teach about the clitoris, housed at the clitorosity website; check it out!  *** This sho...

This is just us taking a moment to express some gratitude for YOU and to let you know we will be back in a few weeks with more great content!!! xoxo *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter for more information about our shows, launches, and events. For mor...

It can be really hard to express your feelings. BUT ESPECIALLY THOSE THREE LITTLE WORDS!! On today's episode, we talk about how to figure out the right timing! Aaaaand, use code SEXWRAP at the Sudio website for your headphone discount!  *** This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign u...

In this episode we discuss the condom: all things condom! Make sure to check out the academic links if you want more in-depth info: https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/png/ajhb/2006/00000030/00000005/art00002https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14681810600578750 And, if you are interested in getting the "SEXWRAP" discount on Sudio headphones, head to the Sudio website.  *** This show is...

OF COURSE you can have sex on your period!... and other aspects of the question answered. We mention both THINX and Dear Kate period underwear! Here's a code for 20% off Dear Kates: FRIEND-KGFKBTL. You gotta watch this cute one:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uab2BlDpPxQ and read up more here if you like: Academic Links:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1740144514000308https...

Please don't listen to us sing at the beginning of this episode. But the rest--on "the pull out" method of birth control--is fantastic! Just like JENGA! Academic Links:https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/contraception/mmwr/mec/appendixh.htmlhttps://journals.lww.com/stdjournal/fulltext/2011/04000/Coitus_Interruptus_Is_Not_Contraception.22.aspx Other Links:https://medium.com/@GlowHQ/pulling-out-i...

In this episode we talk about what virginity is and what it isn't... and what it might be. We give a special shoutout to the Manwhore podcast, hosted by friend of the podcast Billy Procida! And here are a couple of links for further reading! https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/abs/10.1086/320295?journalCode=ajs https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1054139X05000558  xo fam *** This...

The whole question is: "Why do people get upset when I say 'that’s gay'? ...I’m not homophobic!" and we are here to answer it! Special shoutout to the "It gets better" project, plus lots of links! Show notes:  https://www.glsen.org/supporting-trans-and-gnc-studentshttps://www.glsen.org/participate/programs/thinkb4youspeak http://www.welcomingschools.org/pages/stop-thats-so-gay-anti-lgbtq-comments/...

In episode 49, we discuss how our society and environment impact our body image and how our body image can affect our sexual interactions. How dare that billboard prevent your orgasm?! Shoutout to Rupaul for proclaiming that you gotta love yourself first! Today we have a contest where we want to hear from you about your top 5 reasons you LOVE YOURSELF! @ us and hashtag it with #sexwraplightson Fur...