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American Sex

221 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 282 ratings

Changing America’s dysfunctional relationship with sex one laugh at a time, this award-winning podcast gets to the meat of what fuels our deepest, darkest turn-ons. Sex isn't just sex; it’s about everything – identity, power, politics, taboos, and the shame our culture thrives on. Recognizing how these elements seep into our bedrooms makes all the kinky, “weird” stuff we’re secretly into seem not so weird after all.

Host Sunny Megatron is an acclaimed Clinical Sexologist, BDSM Educator, and Showtime TV host. Equal parts hilarious and informative, Sunny & her guests serve up real talk about kink, polyamory, sexual ethics, and more. From practical sex tips to candid conversations on sexual empowerment to the war on reproductive rights and sexual freedom, each topic is approached with a lightheartedness that’s second to none.

On American Sex Podcast, Kink is Customizable™ and education is the new punk rock. The personal is undeniably political and tinkle-your-pants laughter is the antidote to sexual shame. Together, we’re on a mission to harness the power in our pleasure, embrace the subversion in our perversion, and challenge the puritanical, backward-ass views on sex that are as American as apple pie.

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Episodes

What's a Kinky Switch? w/ Queen Ana Blue - 213

November 11, 2023 21:57 - 1 hour - 70.7 MB

  Curious about the role of a switch in kink & BDSM? Some say switches are really just confused doms or subs that haven’t figured out their true identity yet. Others believe they’re less skilled and aren’t as dedicated to exclusively topping or bottoming. In this episode, Queen Anas Blue busts these myths and gets deep into the switchy nitty-gritty. Some of the topics we cover: Switching styles & traits Switch erasure Switch drop  Challenges cis men face embracing their switchy side Ov...

Introducing Holly Randall Unfiltered – Adriana Chechik on Her Wild Career

November 01, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 16 MB

Are you a fan of adult entertainment? Then, you've got to listen to one of our favorite podcasts: Holly Randall Unfiltered. In this sample from Holly's show, the iconic performer Adriana Chechick joins Holly for an interview that shows Adriana's MANY sides! You’ll hear about her upbringing in foster care, her honest reflections on career regrets, and why she finds gangbangs empowering. Adriana will surprise you with her brutally honest insight on a storied career that brought her so much f...

Fluid Relationships vs. Polyamory with Kate Loree - 212

October 29, 2023 06:10 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

Ever felt confined by the choice of monogamy or polyamory? What options lie between those two ends of the spectrum? And what happens if what’s right for you changes over time? Sex- positive psychotherapist Kate Loree joins Sunny to talk about navigating and customizing fluid relationship dynamics. Some of what’s covered:  The significance of intention in customizable relationships Anxiety & Jealousy in non-monogamy Parenthood & fluid relationships Honesty in relationship dynamics Min...

Kink Education Freestyle Reddit Edition - Sunny Megatron 211

October 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

Host, Clinical Sexologist & Kink Educator Sunny Megatron Is back for a third installment of free-style BDSM education. This time she weighs in on BDSM reddit.  Topics discussed:  Am I a bad sub for not liking pain or degradation?  What’s a praise kink? When Is humiliation play healthy and when is it detrimental? Where & how to find 1-on-1 BDSM instruction and “exploratory sessions” for kink newbies?  How can I safely do breath play to the point of passing out? New partner advice: Is th...

Emotional Dysregulation in Relationships with Megan Bhatia - Ep 210

October 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

  Relationships, at their core, are about relating – with other people, our surroundings, our past, our future. But the truth is, most of us kinda suck at it! Enter the spiral of emotional dysregulation…  In this episode, Megan Bhatia gets right to the juicy center of relating and its role in safety, power dynamics, and agreements in our relationships. Some of what we cover: Recognizing & managing emotional dysregulation Head knowledge vs. embodied knowledge Jealousy in non-monogamy C...

Body Fluid Fetish & Fantasy with Luna Matatas - 209

July 07, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

Have you ever wondered why we eroticize certain bodily fluids but consider others disgusting? Luna Matatas dives into the why and how behind body fluid fetish & fantasy Find out if squirt is really pee plus learn creative ideas for squirt play. Discover why people are into golden showers– is it humiliation? Dominance? Something else? Learn how to explore piss play safely and some surprising things about diaper play (nope, they aren’t only for adult babies). We also talk spit, tears, sweat, l...

BONUS Introducing: Erotic Short Stories "The High-Class Escort"

June 27, 2023 18:59 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MB

We’re excited to introduce you to another show on the Pleasure Podcasts network called, Erotic Short Stories. (Yes, the audio is NSFW so choose your listening time & place accordingly!) If you’re a fan of erotica and looking for a place to indulge in your wildest fantasies, then you need to listen to Erotic Short Stories. Each week, Mia will tell you a sensual story in a silky-smooth voice that will surely get you in the mood. Check out more Erotic Short Stories wherever you get your pod...

Mental Health & Polyamory with Kate Loree - 208

June 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 134 MB

Sex-positive psychotherapist, Kate Loree joins us to talk about managing mental health within polyamory and consensual non-monogamy -- specifically how mood and personality disorders like anxiety, depression, BPD, NPD, etc., can impact these relationships. According to NAMI  one in five American adults experienced mental illness in 2020. When we combine this with consensual non-monogamy (CNM), things can become even more complex. As Kate points out, CNM tends to poke at unresolved attachment...

Ask Yourself About Consent with Kitty Stryker - 207

June 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MB

As a culture, we’ve come a long way in our understanding of consent. It’s discussed in schools, on TV shows, and in popular media. But through this mainstreaming of consent, we’ve also lost some important nuance along the way.  This conversation with Kitty Stryker is all about that nuance.  From the complexities of consent within various power dynamics to the ways it shows up in every relationship, consent situations seem to be everywhere. Kitty lays down frameworks to help us reevaluate o...

Mutual Masturbation May with jessica drake - 205

May 26, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

jessica drake joins us for an International Masturbation Month chat about mutual self-pleasure. In this conversation, we unpack the shame surrounding both solo and mutual masturbation. Plus, jessica gives tips for: Getting out of your head & into your body Prioritizing our own pleasure Building bedroom confidence   Fantasy sharing & dirty talk  Introducing toys & porn Compassionate & validating communication with partners Sunny & jessica go well beyond the basics, sharing important re...

BONUS Double Teamed with Cami & Niki - Missing Kink, Prioritizing Partners, and Restructuring FWBs Preview

May 25, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 15.7 MB

In this bonus mini-episode, we're previewing Double Teamed with Cami & Niki. Here the twins talk about their recent journeys with kink & power exchange. Hope you enjoy! Get more at http://doubleteamedpodcast.com  

How to Love Yourself with Lee Harrington - Ep 205

May 12, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MB

Most of us know how important things like self-care, self-compassion, and self-love are. But knowing and doing can sometimes be two different things. Lee Harrington not only talks about why these things are so vital but also teaches us HOW to do them. Lee walks us through forging the path to self-forgiveness, compassion, care, healthy boundary setting, and becoming our own beloved through self-courtship and deepening our most important relationship -- the one we’re in with ourselves. As a bo...

Authentic Kink & BDSM Community Lessons w/ Mollena Williams-Haas Ep 204 (Pt. 2)

April 28, 2023 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MB

  How do you live your authentic kink life when your needs don't match up with the BDSM community status quo? In part 1 (ep 203) Mollena Williams-Haas told us how returning to the leather community after parting ways sparked an unexpected journey of healing and growth. In this discussion, Mollena shares practical advice for digging past the stereotypical BDSM “supposed to’s” in order to identify your needs and honor them. D/s relationships are about making life better for both doms and subs...

Peg the Patriarchy with Luna Matatas - From Sluts & Scholars Podcast

April 27, 2023 09:30 - 12 minutes - 12.7 MB

Today we are sharing a preview from one of our favorite podcasts that we think you’ll enjoy. On Sluts and Scholars, therapist and sexologist Nicoletta Heidegger talks with diverse professionals about all things pleasure and sexuality. In this preview, strap in for some strap on information with Sex and Pleasure Educator Luna Matatas. Nicoletta and Luna talk about pegging, anal play, and why it is so hard to just receive pleasure. Join these slutty scholars as they help to make your sex smart...

Gaslighting, Red Flags & Manipulation - Cultivating H.E.R Space Podcast Preview

April 18, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 12.8 MB

    Today we’re sharing a preview of a new podcast we’re enjoying and we think you will too!  On this episode of the Cultivating H.E.R. Space podcast, Dr. Dom and Terri have a deep conversation about the truth of gaslighting, red flags, and manipulation. Maybe you’ve heard these terms recently, but do you really know what they mean? Accessing the language around these pieces of the cycles of abuse can help you create a toolkit that can help you identify them earlier in your relationship...

Lessons from the BDSM Leather Community with Mollena Williams-Haas - Ep 203

April 14, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

  Mollena Williams-Haas, a.k.a. The Kink Doula, is back to serve up a slice of community healing. As a BDSM Leather community veteran and legend, Mollena understands the challenges of living your truth when it falls outside of the alt-sex status quo. In this convo, she shares how her rocky relationship with a community she once loved transformed into an unexpected journey of healing and growth. And, in true Mollena fashion, the insights she gleaned from this transformative, powerful experie...

Pornhub on Netflix & Free Speech with Mike Stabile - Ep 202

March 31, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

  Mike Stabile, who appeared in Netflix’s Moneyshot: The Pornhub Story joins us to talk about important details that didn’t make it into the documentary. Some of what we discuss:  The aftermath of the 2020 New York Times article that shook up the adult industry How the far-reaching consequences affect us all Who’s behind the Traffickinghub campaign, related anti-trafficking organizations & why  What Pornhub did wrong & did right The role of adult performers in maintaining checks & bala...

Racial Inequity, BIPOC Sexuality & The Pleasure Revolution with Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons - Ep 201

March 17, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MB

  Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons joins us for a conversation about the ways racial inequity hurts the sex lives of BIPOC folks. Although many view sex as an escape from the stresses of real-world issues and a common experience we all share -- it’s not that simple. Orgasms are not the great equalizer. Political, cultural, and systemic societal forces have everything to do with the ways we experience pleasure. Some of what we unpack in this episode:    How the belief that only men who have ...

Gender Norms In the Kink Community with Veronika Kestrel - Ep 200

March 03, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

  Veronika Kestrel joins us for a conversation about creating safe & inclusive kink spaces for everyone across the gender spectrum. Despite the BDSM subculture's roots in the queer community & emphasis on inclusivity, many communities remain steeped in heteronormativity, leading to the fetishization and othering of gender non-conforming and trans people. Some of what we touch on:  Why gender bias exists in kink The commodification & politicization of GNC & trans kinksters Tips for ...

Grooming in BDSM Relationships with Sunny Megatron - Ep 199

February 17, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

  Adult grooming is often misunderstood -- from what it looks like, to who is most vulnerable, what types of people groom, and why -- most assume it can’t happen to them. The fact is, grooming comes in many forms and can happen in any type of relationship - including BDSM dynamics. And because kink often involves power imbalances, it can be especially difficult to recognize in this context.   Whether you're new to kink or a seasoned veteran, episode 199 of American Sex will give you the t...

Bonus - Free BDSM Education Dom/sub Virtual Summit

February 08, 2023 07:05 - 4 minutes - 4.9 MB

Here’s the quickie bonus episode link you’re looking for! http://bit.ly/sunnydssummit Want a recap? Read on …  The Dom/sub Dynamic Virtual Summit was designed to help you improve your D/s relationship & navigate the BDSM lifestyle. The Summit features 5 jam-packed days of classes from 15+ educators covering topics ranging from confidence in the bedroom to dealing with chronic illness, and everything in between. Get your free ticket to The D/s Dynamics Virtual Summit here: http://bit.ly...

Global BDSM with Midori - Ep 198

December 23, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MB

Midori joins us to discuss Japanese BDSM & why recognizing fundamental differences in various cultures around the world is the key to understanding the how & why behind kink.  We talk about differences in consent & safety, how differing social norms & hierarchies influence our collective play styles, and how these insights can enhance our own relationships. Most of us aren’t great at recognizing our way isn’t the only way. But even if you plan on never venturing outside your local BDSM c...

Inclusion & Race In Kink with Phrygian Monk - Ep 197

November 25, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Fact: The BDSM world has a race problem. Queer, Black, kink educator, Phrygian Monk joins us to talk about it. This conversation stemmed from one of their no-nuance November observations: “Kinktok is heavily segregated and pretty racist – like 1950s level.”  They bring all the nuance and then some.  We discuss why it’s essential for everyone to consider how different forms of play relate to POC kinksters, why we should take a pause before condemning all forms of race play, why many kinksters...

Communication & Jealousy in Polyamory with Kate Loree - Ep 196

October 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

Having difficult conversations with one partner is hard enough. When consensual non-monogamy is part of the equation it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, therapist Kate Loree gives insight and actionable strategies for working through uncomfortable emotions in polyamory/CNM like jealousy, envy, insecurity, and feeling disempowered. She also provides valuable tips on identifying & managing triggers with our partners and metamours. Some of what we touch on: Attachment injury Triggers ...

Asexual BDSM with Evie Lupine - Ep 195

October 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB

Asexuality and kink?! Isn’t that a contradiction?! Nope! Asexual BDSM is quite common. In fact, a significant segment of the kink subculture is on the ‘ace’ spectrum.  On ep 195, Evie Lupine joins to talk about it. A few of the things we discuss: Asexuality vs. Responsive Desire & how to tell the difference How someone can be asexual but still have & enjoy sex Why the kink community appeals to many aces What IS sex? Do we have the definition all wrong? The relationship between sex &...

Safewords & The Murky Messy Nuances of BDSM - Ep 194

September 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

In episode 194 of American Sex Podcast, Sunny Megatron continues her deep dive into the murky, messy, nuances of kink. She examines some of the most popular kink “rules” pertaining to consent & safewords and the grey areas that cause community friction: “Never renegotiate during a scene” “When there’s a problem someone will use their safeword” “Never do heavy impact without a warm-up” “Safewords can be abused” “Safewords are for sex and BDSM” This episode will help you diversify wh...

Safe Words, Consent & Customizing Your Kink - Ep 193

September 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MB

Safe words aren't as deep & complicated as we make them out to be. They aren’t necessarily as simple as we think either. In kink & sex, safe words are simple communication tools that stop the action & trigger a predetermined protocol. What they mean, how they're used & what you do after is up to you. How do you decide that? Episode 193 of American Sex Podcast will help you figure it out.  This convo was inspired by a listener suggestion to unpack some of the fiercest kink community debates...

The BDSM Test w/ Midori & Joe Zarate-Sanderlin - Ep 192

June 27, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 128 MB

“The BDSM Test” is infamous in the kink community and beyond. Since 2014, thousands have proudly posted results like a badge of honor on FetLife profiles. We use it as a roadmap, educational tool, and kink negotiation starter. It’s even gone vanilla as the focus of social media challenges and pop magazine writeups. But is this kink subculture phenomenon all it's cracked up to be? While some find it helpful & validating, many say it’s othering, stigmatizing, and normalizes red-flag behavior...

Kink & BDSM Myth Busting w/ Sunny Megatron - Ep 191

June 20, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

Kink & BDSM stigma is alive and well in the mainstream, in our own communities, and even in professional/academic spheres. In episode 191 of American Sex Podcast, Sunny Megatron busts some of the most common kink myths + provides clinical & academic resources for therapists, academics, and skeptical naysayers. She deconstructs the following kink & BDSM myths:    Kink is always sexual and platonic kink does not exist Kink is considered abnormal by psychologists & the scientific community ...

Mismatched Libido & Rediscovering Desire w/ Cyndi Darnell - Ep 190

June 06, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MB

Many of us go through periods in our lives when we’re not happy with the amount of sex we do or don't want. In Ep 190 of American Sex Podcast, Cyndi Darnell gives tips for changing our relationship to pleasure and navigating intimacy when one partner is perpetually ‘not in the mood.’ Some of the things we touch on: Mismatched Libido  Responsive vs spontaneous desire Arousal vs libido vs desire vs attraction How gender & orientation factor in Reasons people have desire changes & disc...

Therapeutic Kink with Andrea Glik - Ep 189

May 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Kink isn’t a replacement for therapy, but it can be therapeutic. On Ep 189 Andrea Glik, LMSW explains the impact of trauma on our nervous system, depression as a survival response, the stress response cycle, the difference between glimmers and triggers, how BDSM can be used to heal trauma for both doms and subs, how she integrates clients BDSM experiences into therapy, plus how healing can manifest through CNC, little space, subspace, aftercare, and more. Even if you're not a kinkster, this ...

BDSM Community Real Talk w/ Sunny Megatron & Kate Loree - Ep 188

May 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Being a part of community isn't required to practice BDSM, although it may seem like it due to visibility. What is important is knowing the positive and negative ways community influences the kink subculture. Yes, mainstream myths and stereotypes contribute to BDSM stigma, however, misleading info from the community causes harm too. On ep 188 of American Sex, Sunny Megatron & Kate Loree discuss this plus give advice on verifying the validity of educational info, sniffing out gatekeeping and ...

Healthy Consensual Non-Monogamy with Kate Loree - Ep 187

April 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

All relationships are susceptible to hurdles & conflict--resentment, attachment injuries, navigating mental health, unhealthy coping strategies, overcoming societal conditioning, trauma, and more. It’s hard enough between 2 people; in polyamory, we have multiple partners to factor in plus unique issues like jealousy and couple’s privilege.  On episode 187 of American Sex Podcast, Kate Loree draws from her years as a polyamorous relationship therapist to talk about strategies for compassion...

Race & Kink w/Luna Matatas - Ep 186

April 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

The kink community has a reputation for being accepting & inclusive. When it comes to race, however, we have some work to do. Recent research published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior found at BDSM events people of color were 16x more likely to feel discriminated against & 17x more likely to feel fetishized than their white counterparts. On ep 186 of American Sex podcast, Luna Matatas discusses insight she's gleaned from the monthly Race & Kink discussion series she co-hosts with Marla ...

Decriminalizing BDSM w/ NCSF, National Coalition for Sexual Freedom - Ep 185

March 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

U.S. law interprets consensual kink activities as harmful, criminal acts. This makes prosecuting sexual assault cases within the context of BDSM difficult. How can you prove non-consensual sex occurred if kink isn’t considered sex in the eyes of the law, it’s assault? The National Coalition for Sexual Freedom/NCSF worked along with the American Law Institute to establish a legal definition of consent in kink. They just unveiled the New Model Penal Code on Sexual Assault: Affirmative Defense ...

Rethinking Kink with Kate Loree & Sunny Megatron - Ep 184

March 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MB

On episode 184 of American Sex Podcast, Sunny Megatron & sex-positive therapist, Kate Loree, look at BDSM through an atypical lens. We chat about the misconceptions we worked through as people who stumbled upon kink later in life and how that perspective is helpful now in our careers. We discuss the headspace & strategy needed to tap into the customizable nature of BDSM, plus dive into the science & psychology behind kinky play--why do masochists like suffering? What happens to the body & mi...

Dominant Submissive D/s Dynamics w/Sinclair Sexsmith - Ep 183

February 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB

On Ep 183 of American Sex Podcast, we talk with Sinclair Sexsmith about dominance & submission. While most are aware that Dom/sub play is common in kink, we also have a very narrow view of what it entails. D/s isn’t always cruel & authoritarian. We talk about the many ways people engage in D/s & how they find strength by surrendering to powerlessness, including: The different types of D/s & selecting areas of control Building healthy dynamics “Subs hold all the power” Balancing fantas...

Spotify, Rogan & Sexual Freedom w/ Sunny Megatron - Ep 182

February 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

What does the Joe Rogan/Spotify controversy have to do with the freaky things you do in the bedroom? Surprisingly, A LOT! This situation uncovered bigger issues regarding corporate control of information & influence over censorship. In 2022 posting about sexual health, LGBTQIA+ activism, or thirst traps online is risky due to SESTA FOSTA, bank restrictions, and impending legislation like Earn It. Discussions about structural inequity and/or content made by marginalized creators is suppre...

Ep 181 - Sex Tips from a Urologist w/Dr. Ashley Winter

January 31, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

On episode 181 American Sex Podcast we have the convo you WISH you could have with your doctor . . . if they were sex & kink-positive, didn’t shame or judge, told jokes that made you snort-laugh, and had all the time in the world to answer every one of your questions about sex & genitals. Urologist Dr. Ashley Winter joins us for a fascinating chat about the medical side of the freaky things we do. Some highlights: Myth-busting & pleasure biology of g-spots, squirting, clit sensation, prosta...

Kink Education Freestyle Part 2 w/Sunny Megatron - Ep 180

December 13, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

On episode 180 of American Sex Podcast, Host & Kink Educator Sunny Megatron Is back for a second installment of free-style BDSM education. She gives helpful tips and busts myths that are commonly spread within the kink community. Topics discussed: Important similarities & differences between the terms BDSM, kink, D/s, fetish, SM Is kink a sexual orientation? The problem with online BDSM tests Clit myth-busting How age play terminology means very different things in various communiti...

Sex Toys for Disabled People w/ Andrew Gurza & Heather Morrison - Ep 179

December 06, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

This week we talk with Andrew Gurza & Heather Morrison, the brother-sister team behind the first line of sex toys for people with disabilities, Bump’n. The idea started a few years ago with a chance conversation about Andrew’s increasing difficulty with self-pleasure due to Cerebral Palsy. Last week, the company they founded launched their first product. Some of what we talk about: Ways the sexual health & wellness industry ignores the needs of people with physical limitations The challen...

Sex Toys & Pleasure Zones with Sunny Megatron - Ep 178

November 29, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MB

It’s sex toy season! Between all the holiday discounts hitting our inbox and impending supply shortages, many of us are making snap decisions to buy new gear. With more sex toys available than ever before and new technology available, wading through this sea of options can be overwhelming. This week Sunny spills all her tips for selecting toys suited to your body and specific needs so you can get the most bang (pun intended) for your buck. Some of what’s covered: Tips for sex toy gift-givin...

Butt Stuff 201: Pegging & Vagus Nerve w/ Ruby Ryder Ep 177

November 22, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

Why are so many people into deep anal insertion? One theory is because it can stimulate the vagus nerve. Not only can this feel amazing, but it may also trigger a cascade of health benefits! Ruby Ryder of Pegging Paradise fame joins us to talk about advanced butt stuff & pegging on ep 177 of American Sex Podcast. Some of that we cover:     How vagus nerve stimulation via the back door could lead to reduced inflammation, anxiety, and egocentric behavior The somatic similarities between a...

Dollification Doll Play Kink with Veronika Kestrel - Ep 176

November 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MB

Veronika Kestrel joins us for ep 176 of American Sex Podcast to talk about one of her favorite kinks, Dollification. Dollification is doll roleplay--sounds basic on the surface but dollification is one of the most versatile and customizable kinks adaptable to both sensual and extreme play. Some of what we touch on in this conversation: Viewing kink as a collaborative art Dollification as a vehicle for other kinks/playstyles like: bondage, gender exploration, CNC, humiliation, emotional em...

Sex Worker Mutual Aid SWAID with Codi Vore & Queen Ava - Ep 175

November 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

On episode 175 of American Sex Podcast, we talk with Codi Vore and Queen Ava about sex worker mutual aid and the organization they helped co-found, SWAID Las Vegas. Some of what we cover:  How mutual aid differs from traditional non-profits & how this strategy eliminates exploitation and inequity common in mainstream charity  Why mutual aid is especially beneficial to sex workers and circumvents barriers that are specific to this industry How the pandemic has affected the sex work commu...

Humiliation & Psychological Edge Play w/Amp Somers - Ep 174

November 01, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

On episode 174 of American Sex Podcast Sunny has a conversation with Amp Somers from the Watts Your Safeword Podcast about erotic humiliation and psychological edge play. Some of what we cover:  Neurodivergence & psychological kink The trauma love languages can be used for aftercare & trigger plans Negotiation considerations for humiliation play Using kink therapeutically-- what’s helpful & what’s dangerous Shame & BDSM Balancing real-world power dynamics with kink D/s Cultivati...

Sex, Kink & Trauma w/ Jamila M. Dawson August McLaughlin - Ep 173

October 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

Jamila M. Dawson, LMFT & August McLaughlin join us for episode 173 of American Sex Podcast to talk about sex, kink and trauma.  The pair recently wrote a book on the subject called, With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships. If you’re a human you likely have trauma and whether you realize it or not, it can affect your connection to pleasure.  Some of what we cover in this conversation: What trauma is/isn’t If “fuck” is a trauma response like fight/fl...

Kink Education Freestyle with Sunny Megatron - Ep 172

October 18, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MB

On episode 172 of American Sex Podcast, Host & Kink Educator Sunny Megatron free-styles BDSM education, gives helpful tips, and busts myths that are commonly spread within the kink community. Topics discussed: Benign masochism & the neuroscience of BDSM Myths about sadomasochism and the notion that pain = pleasure Examining the WHY behind our attraction to certain kinks The surprising relationship between BDSM & sex  Kinksters on the neurodivergent and asexual spectrums The differ...

Pleasure Education w/ Stefanos & Shay - Ep 171

October 11, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

Want to be a sex or kink educator? Or become a better one? Maybe you’re a student wondering how to better vet the instructors you learn from? Stefanos and Shay join us for ep 171 of American Sex Podcast to talk about pleasure education. During the pandemic, the mainstreaming of virtual classes caused demand for kink and sex ed to skyrocket. The number of brand new “educators” teaching ethically questionable and dangerous techniques has exploded too. We discuss what you can do as a student or...

Taboo Play with Mollena Williams-Haas - Ep 170

October 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

Why are dark, disgusting fantasies that are in direct opposition to our moral beliefs some of our biggest turn-ons? How can what’s ‘so wrong’ be ‘so RIGHT’? Mollena Lee Williams-Haas tells us what’s behind this on episode 170 of American Sex Podcast. If your porn search history is twisted, you’re not alone. Taboo kinks are quite normal. We touch on: why the BDSM community can surprisingly be the most judgmental, how to handle it when people yuck your yum, the right and wrong reasons to explo...

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Amy Jo Goddard
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Andrew Gurza
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Alice Vaughn
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Dan Savage
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Dr. Chris Donaghue
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Joanna Angel
1 Episode
Tristan Taormino
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