A Broad Sex Education

In Part 2 of our menstrual products series, Cin and Brooklyn go beyond the products themselves and explore the history and sociology of menstruation management . We start with a global look at how people managed periods before modern products existed. From moss and buffalo hide pads to papyrus tampons in Ancient Egypt and rag belts in the Middle Ages, menstrual care has evolved dramatically over t...

In this lesson, Cin and Brooklyn break down Menstrual Products 101 and how to actually manage menstruation in real life. We cover the basics of pads, tampons, menstrual cups, menstrual discs, and period underwear, including what they are made of, how to use them safely, how long you can wear them, and the pros and cons of each. We also talk toxic shock syndrome, the 2024 tampon metals study, and w...

In part two of Chill… It’s Just Blood , we zoom out from biology and look at the bigger picture. If half the population menstruates, how did something so common become so stigmatized? We explore how ancient myths, religious beliefs, and limited biological understanding shaped the way menstruation was viewed across cultures. From sacred power to ritual impurity, we unpack how those historical narra...

In this lesson, we break down the menstrual cycle in clear, simple biology. We walk through what the cycle is, why bleeding happens, how hormones shift across each phase, and what cramps actually are. We also talk about what period blood is made of, what different blood colors can mean, and why symptoms like fatigue, mood changes, and cravings show up for so many people. Then we head into our Biol...

In Part 2 of this A Broad Sex Education special, we shift from systems to people. This episode focuses on communication, vulnerability, and community building as real alternatives to the isolation and anger many men are taught to live with. Through an open conversation, we reflect on how masculinity is learned, how emotional expression is discouraged, and what happens when men are never given spac...

What does it actually mean to be a man, and who taught us that? In Part 1 of this A Broad Sex Education lesson, we explore the social, economic, and psychological systems that shape modern masculinity. From rigid gender scripts and emotional suppression to the rise of the manosphere and online radicalization, this episode examines how many men are taught to navigate the world and how those lessons...

Welcome back to the second semester of A Broad Sex Education 🎓 We’re kicking things off with a foundational lesson on libido, desire, and sexual attraction , three words we use interchangeably even though they mean very different things. In this lesson, we’re breaking down: What libido actually is and what it is not Why desire does not always show up spontaneously How bodies, stress, sleep, and m...

In this holiday special episode of A Broad Sex Ed , we’re unwrapping the naughty and nice realities of sugar dating through a realistic, non-glamorized lens. Together, we explore what sugar dating actually is (and isn’t), how different arrangements are structured, and what these dynamics can teach us about boundaries, autonomy, and power. In this episode, we cover: What we mean when we talk about...

Welcome to Part 2 of Behind Closed Doors , where we pick up right where we left off and step into some of the most defining political scandals of the modern era. In this lesson, we explore how public controversies have shaped American politics, shaken institutions, influenced voter behavior, and rewritten the way we talk about power, accountability, and credibility. This episode covers: ⟡ Clinton...

In Lesson 008: Part 1 , we open the door to some of America’s most inappropriate and influential political scandals… and reveal how they shaped history far more than the textbooks ever admitted. From Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings to the Reynolds Pamphlet , from Grover Cleveland’s cover-up to Gary Hart’s “follow me around” challenge , and finally the groundbreaking testimony of Anita Hill , th...

Join us as we take a look at how virginity and marriage became two of history’s most powerful myths. In this episode of A Broad Sex Education, we trace the origins of purity culture- from ancient marriage contracts and blood-stained sheets to modern body-count debates and purity pledges. It's part history, part sociology, and all about unlearning the lesson that purity needs to be proven. ✏️ Liste...

Welcome to A Broad Sex Education: Extracurricular Shop Class Edition! In this solo session, your host and expert vibe guide, Cin, walks you through everything you should consider before buying a sex toy. From cost and materials to power sources, durability, and design, this class is all about investing in your pleasure safely and confidently. Whether you’re shopping for your first vibe or upgradin...

In this Extra Credit episode of A Broad Sex Edudcation , we’re cozying up with the founders of Heartbound Bookshop , the first romance-exclusive bookstore in Orange County, California, to talk about how romance novels can double as informal sex education and why diverse love stories matter. We sit down with Jenika and Ayesha to explore how reading about intimacy, consent, and communication can tea...

Class is back in session, and we’re continuing our special multi-part lesson on Amsterdam! In Part 2, we take a closer look at the city’s Red Light District and explore the long and complicated history of sex work in the Netherlands. From medieval tolerance to brothel bans, legal reforms, and modern window closures, we break down how Amsterdam’s reputation was shaped by politics, trade, colonizati...

Class is back in session and we’re kicking off a special multi-part lesson on Amsterdam! In Part 1, we map out the must-see spots in the city- from inclusive sex shops to memorials that honor queer history. Join us, Cin and Asa, as we recap their recent trip, explore Amsterdam’s geography through a sexuality-focused lens, and share what made this destination stand out. ✨ Support sex-positive spac...

In Part 2 of The Hard Facts About the Penis , we’re back with more lessons you never got in school. Asa continues as a guest lecturer to explore the anthropology of the penis—from cultural views, language, and shame to the ways history has shaped how we think about this organ today. Then, it’s time for science class with a pop quiz: sperm 101. We test your knowledge on the surprising stats behind...

In this episode of A Broad Sex Education , we’re heading back to health class to uncover what school skipped about penis anatomy. From the corpora cavernosa to the urethral sponge , we break down the internal and external structures, bust myths about erections, and demystify foreskin and circumcision. Then, in our math lesson, we explore the data behind penis size statistics , the truth about “ave...

We’re on summer break and taking you with us — straight to Amsterdam. Here’s a quick check‑in and a sneak peek at what’s coming next on A Broad Sex Education.

In this episode of A Broad Sex Education , we’re breaking down what school left out about orgasms and sexual response. We trace the history of orgasmic lore, from Victorian-era hysteria myths to the groundbreaking research from Masters & Johnson. Then we shift to social science , unpacking sexual response models—from Masters & Johnson’s four phases to the Dual Control “gas and brakes” fram...

In this episode of A Broad Sex Education , we're breaking down what school left out. We cover the science of female sex and reproductive anatomy, explaining the difference between the vulva and vagina, introducing the full structure of the clitoris, and exploring how all of it actually works. Then we take a brief trip through history to learn how and why the clitoris has been overlooked in science...

🎬 Study Break: Materialists (2025) Brooklyn and Cin took a field trip to see Materialists and they’ve returned to study hall with opinions . Asa hasn’t seen it yet, but that’s not stopping us from breaking down what this film has to say (intentionally or not) about dating and relationships. Join us for a laughter-filled Study Break between lessons, brought to you by A Broad Sex Education . ⚠️ Spo...

How many times have you heard someone use the word “sex” when they meant “gender”? Or treated gender and sexuality like they’re the same thing? In this foundational lesson, we’re breaking it all down. In this episode, we unpack the differences between sex, gender, and sexuality and explore why those lines often get blurred. From chromosomes to cultural norms, we look at how biology, identity, and...

Welcome to Office Hours , your after-class pass to ask anything about human sexuality because curiosity is always encouraged here. I n this episode, Asa flips the script and interviews host Cin about what inspired A Broad Sex Education - how a spark of curiosity turned into a calling, and why we all deserve better than those awkward high school health class convos. Whether you’re here for the hist...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into why sex has long been considered a taboo topic in America. We'll explore the historical roots of sexual repression, from ancient confessions to postal obscenity laws, and how different cultures around the world approach sex education and sexuality. We'll also break down the numbers — are societies that embrace open conversations about sex actually safer and...

Welcome to A Broad Sex Education — your crash course in the sex education you deserved but never got. Hosted by Cin, this podcast goes beyond the basics to explore sexuality, pleasure, consent, identity, and everything they forgot to teach you in health class. Each lesson dives into different aspects of human sexuality, with a school-themed twist (no boring lectures, promise). If you’re ready to u...