Girl Boner Radio

Have you ever used a non-sexual object for sexy play? If so, you’re far from alone. Sometimes these “pervertables” can bring fun and adventure. Other times, they land folks in the emergency room. Thankfully, there’s a lot you can do to have creative fun and stay safe at the same time. Take it from Dr. Megan Stubbs.   A few things you’ll learn in this episode:   What objects got lodged in folks’ vaginas and rectums last year   What this kind of report reflects about sex and sexuality   How to more safely use pervertables Vaginal douching risks and anal douching tips The best way to wash genitals   How to make sure your sex toys are as body-safe as possible   How do deal with negative comparison comments, about penis size specifically   Learn more:    What Did We Get Stuck in Our Rectums Last Year? https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/v74mgb/what-did-we-get-stuck-in-our-rectums-last-year   Dr. Megan Stubbshttps://www.sexologistmegan.com   More Girl Boner funhttps://girlboner.org/ To receive Clitoral

“What about Girl Boners?” August first wondered about this in grade school. While she didn’t realize it then, that curiosity set the stage for her eventual career. Throughout that work, she’s learned a great deal about obstacles in the realm of femme sexuality. She’s also heard many questions about arousal, a topic Dr. Megan has a lot to say about, given her nearly two decades as a sex therapist.   A few things you’ll learn in this episode:   What “Girl Boner” means   A few common obstacles around “female sexuality”   Repercussions of these obstacles that hurt folks of all genders Tips for exploring your personal turn-ons   Explore Girl Boner: https://girlboner.org/ Shop for toys: https://thepleasurechest.com    To receive Clitoral Play 7 Techniques for Mindblowing Pleasure and occasional hot sex tips from Dr. Megan, text 'desire" to 66866. Or sign up here: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/    Connect with Makenzie Mizell for podcasting services: https://www.periodnetwork.com

Porn. How do you feel about it? August has heard from folks who love watching porn and feel it strengthens their lives and relationships, people who feel better off without it, folks who are frustrated by what’s portrayed on mainstream porn screens and those who are irked by the myths surrounding the medium. All of these feelings are valid. One thing’s for darn sure. We need more conversations and education about it. In this episode you’ll learn: Filmmaker Angie Rowntree’s decision to create porn geared toward female viewers A bunch of ways sex on the screen varies from sex in porn What can happen when we aren’t clear on these differences (including a true story) How performer and creator June Ann navigates pirating of her content How penis pumps work, what they’re for and whether they’re safe More! Learn more: June Ann: jadextraextra.com Sssh: Sssh.com Girl Boner: https://augustmclaughlin.com/  Dr. Megan: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ The Pleasure Chest: https://thepleasurechest.com

Cheryl Hunter talks to August about the harrowing tale of the kidnapping and sexual assault she endured in her late teens, when she traveled from rural Colorado to France in hopes of launching a modeling career. She’s now a bestselling author, news commentator and resilience expert with a great deal to say about navigating difficult times, forgiveness, owning your story and learning to thrive—including during and after the pandemic.   Cheryl Hunter: https://www.instagram.com/huntercheryl/ http://cherylhunter.com/masterclass   Erin Tillman: https://thedatingadvicegirl.com   More Girl Boner fun: https://augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner

Holly, Lena Corazon, Shannon K. and Kirsten share their favorite solo play techniques, from fingers-only to a nipple-stimulating toy!   A few things you’ll learn in this episode:   1 Tips for up-leveling or starting a masturbation practice 2 Ways a piercing might enhance sexual pleasure 3 What some people use instead of a vibrator in a pinch 4 Benefits of natural oils as lube 5 How to deal with shame around solo play 6 Awesome perks of “Jill-ing” off  6 When to reveal your sexual desires and orientation to someone you’re dating   Erin Tillman’s book + podcast: https://thedatingadvicegirl.com The Pleasure Chest specials: https://thepleasurechest.com Followup blog post: https://girlboner.org/blog  Girl Boner books: https://augustmclaughlin.com/books/

Grief impacts sexuality, yet the topic too often goes unaddressed. In this episode, Joan Price speaks to this interplay and ways to best navigate intimacy during difficult times, drawing on from personal and professional experience.  1 A gift Joan’s beloved gave her before he died (that we should all consider doing)  2 How Joan reconnected with sexual pleasure after losing him 3 Practical ways to deal with insecurities that impact sex and dating 4 Joan’s decision to cocreate an explicit sex ed film for seniors 5 Spectacular aspects of creating the film 6 Takeaways from the film that can enhance our sex lives at any age   Explore Joan Price’s books, blogs, webinars and film: https://joanprice.com Check out Erin Tillman’s book and podcast: https://thedatingadvicegirl.com Shop at the Pleasure Chest: https://thepleasurechest.com Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras: https://girlboner.org/ 

What’s your wildest sex or dating memory? This week on Girl Boner Radio, August shares OMG stories from fellow Period podcasters, including Makenzie Mizell, AM Davies and Sara, plus dating empowerment coach, Erin Tillman. August starts with one of her own stories and wraps up with stories submitted by listeners.    Work with Erin: https://thedatingadvicegirl.com Celebrate Anal August! https://thepleasurechest.com More Girl Boner fun: https://girlboner.org/    Period: https://www.periodnetwork.com Comadres y Comics: https://www.periodnetwork.com/comadres-y-comics Yes, a Stripper Podcast: https://www.thequeenofsexy.com/yes-a-stripper-podcast/

Mollie Birney, MA knows how challenging self-destructive behaviors are, thanks to personal and professional experience. She spoke with August about her journey, including messages she learned about femininity from her abusive father and her toxic relationship with boxing, plus her top advice for addressing compulsive behaviors and cultivating self-compassion. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who feels powerless to risky sexual urges and wants to save his relationship with his girlfriend.   Mollie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mbclinicalcoaching/   “Things I Learned Getting Punched in the Face”: https://humanparts.medium.com/things-i-learned-getting-punched-in-the-face-b92faed76124 Shop summer vibes! https://thepleasurechest.com Pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/ More Girl Boner fun: https://girlboner.org/ 

In loving memory of Lora Somoza, August shares highlights from their 2017 studio time when they talked about sex games and what to keep out of your onling dating profile, then played The F’ing Truth (like Truth or Dare Bingo without the dares). Dr. Megan Fleming shares tips for a listener whose partner experiences multiple orgasms and she would like to, too.    Between the Sheets with Lora Somoza: https://apple.co/3j8pQj7  Pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/ More Girl Boner fun: https://girlboner.org/  The F’ing Truth: http://www.thefingtruth.com   Apple Podcasts summary:   In loving memory of Lora Somoza, August shares the time they played a game (like Truth or Dare without dares), covering everything from booty calls and masturbation memories to true intimacy. Dr. Megan weighs in on multiple orgasms.

After an unhealthy relationship, Steph Auteri became afraid of sex and fell into a sex writing career as an attempt to fix her perceived "female sexual dysfunction." The journalist and author of the reported memoir, A Dirty Word, explored her journey with August for this narrated episode. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who experiences severe anxiety when things get physical, sometimes to the point of vomiting.   Steph Auteri’s book: https://www.stephauteri.com/a-dirty-word/ Summer vibes: https://thepleasurechest.com Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org   Dating Advice Girl Podcast: https://apple.co/2CBC5DU Bedpost Podcast: http://thesonarnetwork.com/the-bed-post/

Yes, a Stripper Podcast host AM Davies joins August to explore her sexual empowerment journey and how an accident helped solidify her purpose. Learn how her teenage dream of professional stripping came true, changes she’d like to see in the industry, her advice for cultivating sexual freedom and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who misses her pre-pandemic masturbation practice.   Yes, a Stripper Podcast: https://www.thequeenofsexy.com/yes-a-stripper-podcast/ Soldiers of Pole: https://soldiersofpole.com Earn It app petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/dont-let-congress-kill-encryption Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

Dr. Claretha Yeager, DACM joins August to explore 6 practical ways to be more present, which can enhance our emotional wellbeing, relationships and whole lives. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who feels distracted during sex.    Get Claretha’s free 5-minute meditation: https://mailchi.mp/jadepathacupuncture/groundingmeditation Sign up for Dr. Megan’s free pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ Shop for toys and more! https://thepleasurechest.com More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

Meet Hayley, Natalie and Meagan, three women who had nightmarish birth control experiences we can all learn from. They spoke with August about the pill, IUDs, mental health and sexual side effects of hormonal birth control methods and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who fears her chronic pain, that interferes with sex, will damage future relationships.    https://www.plannedparenthood.org/online-tools/what-right-birth-control-me https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ http://girlboner.org

Laura Zam, author of THE PLEASURE PLAN, joins August to explore her sexual healing journey, her experience in Betty Dodson’s group masturbation/vulva exploration class and ways to attract stronger orgasms - or your very first! Dr. Megan Fleming shares thoughts on emotional aspects of orgasm difficulties.   More about Laura: http://laurazam.com Shop with Pride: https://thepleasurechest.com (free shipping in June!) Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

August shares highlights from her “Fight Like a Girl” interview with filmmaker Jill Morley, including ways boxing helped her manage childhood trauma. Then they reconnect to explore sexual self-discovery, unlearning damaging messages, supporting people of color and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to feel more connected to her body and her boners.   75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice: https://bit.ly/3hfgDED Box with Jill: http://www.jillmorley.com/flag-boxing/ Shop with Pride: https://thepleasurechest.com (free shipping in June!) Sex drive article: https://bit.ly/2XzbkrP Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More: http://girlboner.org

August talks about anti-racism and shares artist A’Driane Nieves’ thoughts from 2014 on raising black sons and #BlackLivesMatter. Dr. Megan discusses talking to kids about racism. Amber B Coleman sings part of “Blackness.” Through 6/5:15% of thepleasurechest.com sales will be donated to Black Visions Collective. http://www.addyeb.com  https://www.instagram.com/iamamberbcoleman Learn, donate, register to vote:https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.vote.org Teaching kids about racism: https://bit.ly/2XqMcUh http://www.raceconscious.org/ https://mattdelapena.com/books/last-stop-on-market-street/

Where is she now? August shares the best parts of her chat with adult star and sex worker Sarah Vandella from Oct. 2014. Then she catches up with Sarah to find out how she’s doing personally, professionally and amid the pandemic. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to do away with their small penis fetish. https://onlyfans.com/sarahvandella Twitter: @MsSarahVandala IG: @theonlySarahVandela_ https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure  Free challenge https://augustmclaughlin.com/ Nominate past guests!

Lauren Colletti, author of Trauma, Tears & Triumph, shares her story of sexual self-discovery, healing from sexual assault and narcissist abuse and ways yoga can enhance our sex lives. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener whose boyfriend lies compulsively. https://www.laurencolletti.com/ https://amzn.to/2Z8euEl Lauren’s poetry! https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure  Free 9-day challenge https://augustmclaughlin.com/ Sign up for monthly extras!

In honor of National Masturbation Month, August delves into solo play’s complicated history then shares a throwback interview with Dr. Martha Tara Lee about orgasmic yoga: how it changed her life and ways to benefit. Dr. Megan weighs in for a listener who wonders if it’s okay to fantasize about friends while masturbating.   https://www.eroscoaching.com    https://www.facebook.com/groups/oyoga/ https://www.instagram.com/pleasurecheststores/ - support sex educators! https://thepleasurechest.com - coupon: PleasureME  http://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ - FREE challenge http://girlboner.org

Your body is rad! And if you’re struggling, we see you. August reads from her Girl Boner book and chats with Robyn Goldberg, RDN. Chaya Milchtein of Mechanic Shop Femme reads from her essay, “Are You Worried About Getting Fat Like Me?” Dr. Megan Fleming shares a pleasure exercise.   https://mechanicshopfemme.com/worried-about-getting-fat-like-me/  www.askaboutfood.com   https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ https://girlboner.org/books IG: @GirlBonerMedia @mechanicshopfemme  @robyngoldbergrdn @dr.megan.fleming