Glow West Podcast
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsConversations About Sexual Wellness with Dr. Caroline West
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On the couch with kink and therapy: Ep 54
January 25, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBWhat happens if you have a mix of domestic abuse, kink, relationships issues and you need therapy? Therapist Stefani Goerlich, author of The Leather Couch, is here to chat about how she helps train therapists to distinguish between abuse and BDSM, and offers advice to those who are in kink relationships but also experiencing abusive relationships. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Shopping for Sex: Ep 51
January 18, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB.wpedon-container .wpedon-select, .wpedon-container .wpedon-input { width: 170px; min-width: 170px; max-width: 170px; } Ever wonder how sex shops are regulated or designed? Or what its like to go to a sex conference? Sexademic Dr Paul Maginn is here to chat to us about the different types of sex shops, protests, and porn tourism to conferences and meeting performers. Sexual spaces can be interesting spaces to learn about society and this ep...
Butt Adventures: Ep 50
January 11, 2021 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBMany of us might be curious about anal sex but might be put off by negative previous experience or concerns over potential mess. Here to walk you through steps towards a fun and pleasurable experience is sex educator Luna Matatas. Luna has a podcast about anal sex called The Plug Podcast and she chats to me about preparation, different kinds of anal play, porn literacy, and why spit doesn't make good lube. A fun look at anal action with lots of giggles. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << ...
Tortoise Shack Sunday Special: Covid, Coups and Fox Sex!
January 10, 2021 14:06 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBAnother crazy week is done and the Sunday Special Live Podcast was back to break it all down. This week Dr Caroline West of Glow West led Dr Vicky Conway from Policed and Martin and Tony to go through as much as you can in an hour. Our special guests were Dr Mohsin Kamal on Covid in our hospitals and the campaign to #FastTrackCitizenship and friend of the shack, Tony Flynn, joined us from Washington to talk about the attempted coup and the area he knows so well. We also talk about the mother ...
Ep.49 – Sex and Sobriety
January 07, 2021 09:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBSome of us may be trying out Dry January and reassessing our relationship with various substances. This could also be a time to reflect on your relationship with sex and subtances, as it might be hindering how we engage with atuhentic sexual pleasure. This episode sees Ralf Rasmussen, aka Real Clear fetish, describe his journey from chemsex to 3 years of sobriety, and he offers advice for those who may be considering their relationships with substances and sex. To support this podcast join u...
Making 2021 the year of Sexual Empowerment: Ep 48
January 04, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBNew year, new resolutions. In this case, we are encouraging you to make some resolutions to empower yourself to have a happier and healthier sex life. Here to guide you through this process is romance author and sex educator Shakira ‘Scotty Unfamous’ Scott, who works to empower people to embrace sexual wellness. Scotty covers why we need to stop faking orgasms, how to get comfortable with our pleasure, and creating self love rituals. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow W...
Ep.20: Tortoise Shack Sunday Special with Ejiro Ogbevoen and Dawn Foster
January 03, 2021 14:02 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBWe are back and this week Linda Hayden leads Caroline, Martin, Tony and Vicky through the week that was. Plus we were thrilled to be joined by Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Ejiro Ogbevoen and Journalist and Writer, Dawn Foster. We talk Covid-19, George Nkencho and the grief process, the school situation, domestic violence over the holidays, Brexit in Covid-19 UK, the winners and losers of the week and a lot, lot more. We are then joined by our audience for a terrific Q&A that is always so i...
Sex and the Digital World: Ep 47
December 28, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBSex and the internet - there's more to the conversation than just the porn industry. Joining me for a deep dive into sex and the digital world with the authors of #NSFW:Sex, Humor, and Risk in Social Media, Susanna Paasonen, Kylie Jarrett and Ben Light. They explore the relationship between sex, humour, risk, work, and the almighty algorthim. We didn't forget the unsolicited dick pic, and we look at responses to this and why people send them. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The...
Sex Addiction, Language, and Trauma: Ep 46
December 21, 2020 05:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThe concept of sex or porn addiction is a contentious one, and one that can be very confusing for those who may feel they experience this. Shining a light on this is sex therapist Aoife Drury, who makes the case that the langauge is wrong, and we should speak about compulsive sexual behaviour instead, and focus on resolving trauma around sex. Aoife explores how we can address this issue from a compassionate approach and developing healthy coping mechanisms around sex. Join: patreon.com/tor...
19. Sunday Special – 2020, So how was it for You?
December 20, 2020 14:02 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this, the last live Sunday Special of 2020, Dr Vicky Conway of Policed took the lead and asked Linda Hayden of PAC Woman, Dr Caroline West of Glow West and Tony (Martin is milking his illness) for their thoughts on 2020. And because we are a bit different we asked some different questions. Mess of the year was a bit of a mess and we each have some interesting opinions on what constitutes a performer! We look forward to Tony's cancellation for one of his answers in particular. Dawn Foster...
Tongue techniques: Ep 45
December 14, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBYour tongue isn't just for talking- there's a lot of fun to be had between the sheets and between someones' legs with your tongue! Explaining how and why are husband & wife sex educator team Lady Vee and Dee Black, who teach oral sex workshops. They join me for a fun chat about going downtown to pleasure town, from licking to face-sitting and everything in-between. Sexual confidence is a big part of feeling comfortable with oral, and Dee and Vee are here to help you feel empowered. Join: pa...
You and your hand: Ep 44
December 07, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBYour hand is a magical thing. No, really. It is capable of giving immense pleasure, and sex educator Allison Moon is here to tell us how and why. She walks us through the art of using your fingers for pleasure, all the way up to fisting. Listen in, and go and try out your new knowledge! Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Sunday Special – From Brexit to Zorgies!
December 06, 2020 14:47 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBSunday afternoon means Sunday Special and lots of laughs. This week Linda took the reins and was joined by returning champion, Aoife Martin, journalist Jack Horgan-Jones and an udience of our members to discuss the events of the week. We talk about the appointment of a former Sun editor to the Govt Press Office, another week were people spoke at Trans People and not to them, the most recent Leo Varadkar/MOT texts and what they reveal, Pregnancy in High Office, Brexit and the Orgy in Brussels....
Masturbation & Good Vibes: Ep 44
December 03, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBBonus episode time! I'm joined by head of sexual empowerment at Womanizer (what a great job title!) Johanna Rief who explains why air suction vibrators are so revolutionary and a great addition to your toy collection. She also explains what to look for when choosing a sex toy, and why masturbation is so good for your health and happiness. The winner of the Womanizer giveaway is also announced! Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Masturbation & Good Vibes: Ep 43
December 03, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBBonus episode time! I'm joined by head of sexual empowerment at Womanizer (what a great job title!) Johanna Rief who explains why air suction vibrators are so revolutionary and a great addition to your toy collection. She also explains what to look for when choosing a sex toy, and why masturbation is so good for your health and happiness. The winner of the Womanizer giveaway is also announced! Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
HIV and Healthcare: Ep 42
November 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBDecember 1st is World Aids Day, and in honour of this I'm joined by an amazing panel of researchers and activists to discuss HIV and AIDS. Robbie Lawlor, Thomas Strong, and Elena Vaughan share their experiences of researching HIV, being HIV positive, and medication. They explain how the media frames HIV, and how stigma is more damaging than HIV nowadays. HIV is no longer what it was, and if you are on effective medication, you cannot pass on HIV (undetectable equals untransmissable). Join: ...
Ep.16 – Tortoise Shack Sunday Special: The Toys Show
November 29, 2020 14:10 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBWe've just finished our weekly Live podcast with you, our members. We had a lot to cover and despite the heavy subject matter, Caroline made it fun and informative. We discussed: Image Based Sexual Abuse and the Garda Commissioner's statement.Covid, the lifting of Level 5 and the success of lobbying. Seamus Woulfe, Helen McEntee and how these things get done. Homelessness with Head of Communications with Inner City Helping Homelessness, Brian McLoughlin. Pay rates in the Oireachtas with B...
Power, Sex, and Kink: Ep 41
November 23, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 67.4 MBJoining Caroline this week is sex educator Sarah Sloane, educator with dating app Hashtag Open. Sarah chats about what its like to date while being poly & kinky, and how to spot healthy power dynamics in kink relationships. There's a ton of myths about BDSM and Sarah is here with her sex educator superhero cape on to bust them! She also talks about different sensations in kink because let's face it, our skin is our biggest sexual organs and it likes lots of different sensations. Listen in a...
Tortoise Shack Sunday Special Ep.15
November 22, 2020 13:53 - 44 minutes - 35.8 MBThis week Tony was "hosting" and was joined by Caroline, Linda, Martin and Vicky for our usual dive into the weeks news and some stories you might have missed out on. We had a lot to cover. We discussed the Bloody Sunday Commemorations, Seamus Woulfe Watch, NPHET vs the Govt, RTE and the class based curtain twitcher's, the ongoing Brexit Blunder Bus, the Oscar Traynor Road vote and then Labour's Annie Hoey and journalist Philip O'Conor joined us to discuss the Image Based Sexual Abuse story a...
Radical Consent: Ep 40
November 19, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBGlow West is taking part in the International Festival of Consent, and this bonus episode sees Caroline chat to consent activist Richard M. Wright. Richard looks at how can redefine consent, and redefine how we teach this topic. Richard also looks how a toxic culture and toxic masculinity hampers our understanding of consent. Follow along with the Festival on social media with the hashtag #idoconsent Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
The Art of Flirting: Ep 39
November 16, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 53.7 MBJoining Caroline this week is sex educator Marla Stewart who is here to chat to us about the art of flirting. Marla gives advice on how to increase your confidence before and during flirting, and how to increase your chances of success when sliding into DMs. Practice for when we can flirt with strangers in bars again! Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Bodies and Bondage: Ep 38
November 09, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 65.5 MBEver been curious about being tied up, or tying someone up? This week, bondage queen Midori is here to walk us through the finer points of bondage. She discusses techniques, material, power dynamics, and why you don't need to know a million knots in order to tie someone up. Midori also looks at how people of differing abilities can enjoy bondage, how porn isn't reflective of real life bondage, and why you could have some of the best orgasms while tied up. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack <<...
Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 13 – A More Hopeful Week.
November 08, 2020 14:11 - 51 minutes - 40.9 MBThis week Dr Vicky Conway took the lead and brought Martin, Linda and Tony through the stories of the week. We were joined by Special Guests, Adeline Berry, Rhona McCord and Aoife-Grace Moore as we discussed the US Election result, the hopes for the Biden-Harris Presidency, Sinn Féin's no confidence motion in Leo Varadkar, #WoulfeWatch, issues around Domestic Violence, the protests in the streets of Poland around abortion rights and Intersex Solidarity Day. Then we opened the mics up and ...
Cuddles and compassion: Ep 37
November 02, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBJoining Caroline this week is Dr. Yoni Alkan, a certified cuddle party facilitator and sex educator. He explains why cuddling and touch is so important, and outlines the essential differences between platonic touch and sexual touch. Yoni explores the power of hugs and how we can learn to get to know ourselves through touch and finding compassionate spaces. Initmacy with others is a challenge in covid times, and Yoni is here to help us understand what touch deprivation means. Join: patreon.c...
Tortoise Shack Sunday Special Ep.12: #LeoTheLeak
November 01, 2020 14:00 - 41 minutes - 33 MBWhat a week. This week Caroline West of Glow West took the lead and led Linda, Martin and Tony through some of the stories of the week and on into others that flew a little under the radar. We were Joined by Jacob Woolf to discuss Jeremy Corbyn and antisemitism and Saoirse McHugh to discuss the Village Magazine story about the Leo Varadkar leak. We then opened the mics for a "not for public" Q&A. To support these podcasts, access lots of additional content and attend future events like t...
Spells, Sex, and Witches: Ep 36
October 29, 2020 07:52 - 57 minutes - 65.3 MBBonus episode time! As its Halloween, let's take a deep dive into one of the most feared and misunderstood aspects of Halloween: the witch. Far from just being a scary woman in a pointy hat, my guest Kristen J. Sollée explores what witches are really like, how sex was weaponised against them, their control over fertility, and how they really made love potions. The use of menstrual blood in spells is also explored, alongside a discussion of one of the most famous Irish witches in Kilkenny. Jo...
Intersex & Identity: Ep 35
October 26, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBIt's #intersexawarenessday and intersex people make up almost 2% of the worlds' population. This week, intersex activist Diana James and researcher Dr. Tanya Ní Mhuirthile are here to explain what its like to be intersex, as an identity but also when it comes to accessing health care or the legal system. This is a hard listen with some mention of sexual assault, but we need to learn more about this so we can support people around the world. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Gl...
Sexual liberation: Ep 34
October 22, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 60.4 MBIts live podcast time again! Joining Caroline this time is sex blogger and future sex therapist Tatyannah K King. Tatyannah delves into how we can work towards sexual liberation, and figure out what pleasure means to us in a world of porn & media messages about sex. Tatyannah also covers squirting, orgasm, genital beauty products and more. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Dating, d*ck pics, and deception: Ep 33
October 19, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis week on Glow West, Caroline is joined by dating researcher Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton. Nicola tells us what she's discovered about dating during the pandemic, and what the most successful dating profiles have in common. She talks about how to stand out amongst a sea of competitors, gender differences, and why d*ick pics are still a thing. Nicola also explains why catfishing happens, and why people fall for it. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Dating, dick pics and deception: Ep 33
October 19, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis week on Glow West, Caroline is joined by dating researcher Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton. Nicola tells us what she's discovered about dating during the pandemic, and what the most successful dating profiles have in common. She talks about how to stand out amongst a sea of competitors, gender differences and why dick pics are still a thing. Nicola also explains why catfishing happens, and why people fall for it. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Sex, Innovation, and Disability: Ep 32
October 12, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBJoin Caroline this week for a slightly longer than usual episode as we take a deep dive into the topic of sex and disability with sex educator and advocate Robin Wilson-Beattie. Robin is a disabled woman of colour who talks about how she had to re-establish her sex live after a spinal cord injury in the face of dismissal from doctors, as well as racism and misogyny. She outlines the challenges that people with disabilities can face when it comes to sex toys, play parties, and sex education. A...
Ep.9 Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial
October 11, 2020 14:04 - 37 minutes - 43.5 MBThis week Tony, Linda, Martin and Caroline talked about the upcoming #Budget2021 and why our Dept of Finance is trapped in a 1920's mindset, how the laws around Sex Work continue to make things unsafe for the workers themselves and the 5yr anniversary of the Carrickmines Fire tragedy. We were also joined by UCD's Orla Hegarty to talk Covid-19's airborne spread and the need for ventilation and Bryan Wall on the troubling 'both sides' narrative of some reporting from yesterday's Far Right Rally...
The Covid Care Podcast Trailer
October 05, 2020 15:40 - 3 minutes - 3.96 MBThe Covid Care podcast is a short miniseries looking at the experiences of people who either provided care services or accessed them during the Covid 19 lockdown in Ireland earlier this year. It features conversations with carers, parents, domestic violence services, elderly support, sexual health services, and more. Some of the conversations are a tough listen as guest recall their struggles during lockdown, but there are lessons to be learned about how we treat vulnerable people in Ireland....
Cucumbers & Blowjobs Ep: 31
October 05, 2020 00:08 - 54 minutes - 61.9 MBEver wondered how to ramp up your fellatio skills? Join Caroline as she chats to blowjob instructor and sex educator Linnea Marie about killing it in the blowjob game. Linnea explains what it's like to teach workshops on oral sex at sex conferences and tells us what she uses as props (spoiler alert: you can use them in your salad afterwards!) Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 8
October 04, 2020 13:38 - 55 minutes - 25.2 MBThis week Linda Hayden of the PAC Woman Podcast took the helm and led Martin, Vicky, Caroline and myself through some of the news of the week. We were joined by 2 Special Guests, journalist with the Irish Examiner, Aofie Moore and freelance journalist, Peter McGuire. We talk #GolfGate, #SpeakorSurvive, the Covid-19 second wave and the need for an All Ireland approach. Don't miss the full version where we opened up the mics and Simon McGarr, Attracta Uí Bhroin, Lorna Bogue and Michelle Byrne...
Female Genital Mutilation Ep: 30
September 27, 2020 23:04 - 54 minutes - 62.5 MBThis week, Caroline is joined on the podcast by Dr. Caroline Munyi from Akidwa.ie. Dr. Munyi works to end the practice of FGM, which occurs in 29 countries across the world, with approximately 6000 women and girls affected in Ireland. She explains the reasons behind FGM, and how there are four different types of FGM. Education is a key part of the battle against FGM, and Dr. Munyi explains the type of work she does in Ireland and in communities that practice FGM. Join: patreon.com/tortoises...
Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial with Hazel Chu and Joe Haslam
September 27, 2020 13:12 - 48 minutes - 22.1 MBThis week Dr Vicky Conway of the Policed in Ireland Podcast takes the reins and leads Linda, Caroline, Martin and Tony through the stories of the week, the culture corner and one story that definitely flew under the radar. Our special guests this week were the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Hazel Chu, who talked about the Just Transition Greens, her role as Mayor and a lot more, and from Madrid, Prof Joe Haslam, joined us to discuss life in the worst Covid-19 area in the EU and some interesting news ...
Dying with Dignity Ep: 29
September 23, 2020 23:37 - 56 minutes - 64.7 MBJoin Caroline on Glow West this week as campaigner Vicky Phelan shares her story of battling cervical cancer and the HSE. Vicky speaks about self care when diagnosed with a terminal illness, and why it is important to fight for the right to die with dignity. We also speak about media ethics and the risk of retraumatisation from having to tell your story repeatedly in the media. A hard listen, but an important one as autonomy over ones body extends to sickness and dying too. Join: patreon.co...
Big and little orgasms – Masturbation & self care Ep: 28
September 21, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBJoin Glow West this week as we have a fun romp through the world of self pleasure and orgasms with sex edutainment extraordinaire Dirty Lola. Lola talks about how to maximise your masturbation experience, from choosing a sex toy to how to find out what your body likes. Lola also covers the differences between explosive orgasms and more gentle ones, and opens our eyes to the existence of butt masks. Support us: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Vaginismus and Me: Ep.27
September 14, 2020 01:00 - 57 minutes - 66.2 MBThis week on Glow West Caroline is joined by Lisa Mackenzie, co-founder of the Vaginismus Network which is a UK based support network for people who suffer from vaginismus. Lisa talks about her journey from suffering in silence to becoming an advocate and supporting people with the condition. Lisa explains how vaginismus manifests, how it can be diagnosed, and how it can be treated. Vaginismus can affects a persons' sex life, but there are options to help address this and make sexual pleasure...
Tortoise Shack Live #SundaySpecial
September 13, 2020 12:55 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBThese Live Pods are so much fun. This week we covered the latest political opinion poll, the McGregor arrest, gender reveal parties, sex work submissions and then journalist Peter McGuire joined us to talk about his brilliant series on Noteworthy, Speak or Survive. We also take big look into what happened yesterday on the streets of Dublin. The full version, including the Q&A with he best informed listeners is available now at patreon.com/tortoiseshack
Period Poverty and Eco Friendly Periods: Ep 26
September 10, 2020 21:47 - 58 minutes - 40 MBIn this live episode Glow West explores how we can make periods sustainable and inclusive. Caroline speaks to Claire Hunt from Homeless Period Ireland and Ella Daish, activist and campaigner to end period plastic. Claire and Ella discuss how a lack of access to period products can impact vulnerable people and affect dignity. The environmental impact of plastic in period products is also discussed, alongside an exploration of how we can improve education on menstruation. Join: patreon.com/t...
Visual Terrorism & Sex Work Images: Ep.25
September 07, 2020 05:52 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBHow can a photo be weaponised? Caroline is joined this week by PhD researcher Camille Waring who discusses the politics of sex work imagery. A sex worker and academic, Camille explains how photos can contain power, and delves into the hierarchy (whorearchy) present in sex work. She also explores how power dynamics between sex workers, clients, and academia plays out. Content note: there's a lot of swearing in this one! Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack
Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial Ep.4
September 06, 2020 13:25 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBThe Tortoise Shack Live is back and this week Caroline, Martin, Linda and Vicky were joined by Anne Marie Quilligan, Conner Habib and Simon McGarr to talk the news of the week, police powers, Traveller racism, sexual harassment in academia, Penneys vs the Green Party and more. To hear the full podcast, including Q&A with our engaged audience and to get access to future shows join us on patreon.com/tortoiseshack Thanks as always to our supporters and the wider Tortoise Shack team. @Tortois...
Revenge Porn aka Image Based Sexual Abuse Ep.24
September 03, 2020 22:45 - 1 hour - 40.8 MBIn this live recording Caroline is joined by sexual violence campaigner and host of PACwoman podcast Linda Hayden. We chat to support worker Susan Walsh from the Sexual Health Centre in Cork, and Megan Jrenee, a victim of revenge porn and campaigner. Listen in as we discuss the legislation needed, why we need to reframe this conversation, and what you can do to help support victims. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack
Self love and stretch marks: Ep 23
August 31, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBThis week the Glow West podcast explores the body positivity movement with Stephanie Yeboah, author of Fattily Ever After. Stephanie explains how the community has been co-opted by brands and why the fat acceptance movement is more authentic. She also shares her experiences of dating while black and fat, and explains how racism & the media impact the sexualisation of Black bodies. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack << Back To The Glow West Podcast
Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 3
August 30, 2020 12:38 - 36 minutes - 14.5 MBHere is our latest Live Online Podcast featuring Caroline West, Linday Hayden, Martin McMahon, Tony Groves and Vicky Conway. This week we discussed THAT Irish Times headline, the new powers around house parties, the difference in the homelessness numbers, the celebrity problem with Only Fans and Jedward as our political saviours! The full podcast featuring Prof Lorcan Sirr on "affordable" housing and ICHH's Brian McLoughlin on the need for mental health supports is available on patreon.com/t...
Sex Work, The Law, and Safety : Ep22
August 27, 2020 20:16 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBJoin Glow West for another live podcast, this time with Kate McGrew from Sex Workers Alliance Ireland. Kate explains how covid has impacted sex workers in Ireland, and why it is important for sex workers and allies to contribute to the current review of sex work laws in Ireland which closes on Sept 11th. Under the current law, violent attacks on sex workers have increased by 92%. Kate also explains the differences between the Nordic model and decriminalisation, and why harm reduction can help...
The Business of Bras : EP21
August 24, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBCora Harrington aka The Linger Addicts joins Caroline this week on Glow West to delve into the world of lingerie. They talk about getting the perfect bra measurements and fabric, and how gender, disability, and race are important to consider when designing intimate apparel. Cora also discusses how to navigate the process of buying lingerie as a gift, and why lingerie brands need to ensure representation. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack
Sharks, periods, and virginity myths : Ep 20
August 17, 2020 06:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBJoin Caroline this week as she chats to OB-GYN Dr. Jenn Conti. As the author of The Vagina Book, Jenn busts some myths about periods, virginity, and explores if the G-spot really exists. Jenn also covers vaginal health including smear tests, and discusses how survivors of sexual assault can navigate this process. Image based sexual abuse ('revenge porn') and how we address this issue is also explored. Join: patreon.com/tortoiseshack