You Are Not Broken
280 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 556 ratingsEmpowering women (and the partners who love them) to live their best mid lives. Combining the power of mind-work, body-science and relationships, I joyously smash the societal barriers that are keeping us from living our best intimate lives. Whether you are young or past menopause, single or in a long-term relationship, it is never too late or too early to realize YOU ARE NOT BROKEN. With humor, candor and ease, I break down the stories that we have been told about being sexual beings, to help us play, and normalize our intimacy and health. Nothing in this podcast is personal medical advice, of course.
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EPISODE 30!!! Dr. Casperson Talks Pelvic Anatomy
August 02, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutesThis is part one of two episodes where I am publishing my recorded lecture to my local Nurse Practitioner association. So this may be geared more towards the health professional. But don't we all deserve an education?? Sex and education for busy modern times! First step, learn the organs! My story - how I got in the business of sex education. Disclaimer - sex is awkward Listen to your brain - it will tell you what you already know about sex. Society puts a lot of rules about sex into ...
#29 - Dr. Casperson Talks to the Rotary!
July 26, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutesSo lucky to talk to the Rotary in Duluth, MN! The mind is the biggest sex organ! I got into female sex med because of one of my patients and my inability to help her – hear that story. Sex education in America tends to be shame based and disease and pregnancy prevention based. 1) Talk about desire types 2) Orgasm inequality 3) You can’t desire bad sex 4) Erectile dysfunction 5) Menopause 6) Systemic and vaginal estrogen Tips and tricks! Sex works best when you get out of your head!...
Meet ROSY founder Dr. Lyndsey Harper! - an app for female sexual wellness
July 19, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutesWhy Dr. Harper created ROSY www.meetrosy.com https://www.instagram.com/meet_rosy/ https://www.facebook.com/MeetRosyApp/ How I met Dr. Harper and how she got started in creating a sexual health wellness app. She launched on Valentine’s day 2019. She has 20,000 users in just a little more than one year! What is low sexual desire? Distressingly low sexual desire. How can a woman bring up this topic with her doctor. Tips and tricks. We discuss the myth that women’s sexual health is compli...
#27 - Interview 2/2 Dr. Rachel Rubin!
July 12, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutesHere we go! Week two! Learn about how birth control affects sex DHEA And enjoy DC's premier cliterologist! Find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelRubin/ Find her at https://intimmedicine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ Twitter @rachelsrubin1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Meet a Full Time Female Sexual Medicine Urologist, Dr. Rachel Rubin - Episode 1 of 2
July 05, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutesI can't remember how I met Dr. Rubin but I am so excited I did! A sister urologist to me! Such a great educator and surgeon! Find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelRubin/ Find her at https://intimmedicine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ Twitter @rachelsrubin1 How she got into female sexual medicine after urology residency The biggest misperception about her job Challenges with menopause and the pelvis Testosterone’s role in women How to ta...
#25 - Meet a Pelvic Pain Expert Physician - Dr. Gerig!
June 28, 2020 15:00 - 37 minutesDr. Gerig is owner and founder of www.pelvicsolutionscenter.com. She sees men and women who have pain in the pelvic region, which may include the lower abdomen and back, gluteal area, genitals and rectum. She is an expert in interstitial cystitis (IC). Learn that not everyone that comes into her clinic with interstitial cystitis actually has IC. The classic IC symptom – pain perception in the bladder when it fills up and it is relieved when you urinate. There usually is associated urinary fre...
The Brighter Side Of Marriage - An Interview with Marriage Intimacy Coach - Monica Tanner
June 21, 2020 15:00 - 31 minutesMeet Monica Tanner, wife, mother and marriage intimacy expert and coach. Her mission: Lowering divorce rates by helping couples have better sex. Learn about her backstory as a child from a divorced family. She started a podcast, On the Brighter Side https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-brighter-side/id1345544810 She teaches the Five Step Framework to Complete Connection. She teaches about “Radical Intimacy” – Intimacy without boundaries. Find her online at https://onthebrighters...
Let's talk to a sex coach! Meet Dr. Sonia Wright!
June 14, 2020 15:00 - 37 minutesToday I am interviewing Dr. Sonia Wright! Find her at: https://www.themidlifesexcoach.com and on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/midlifesexcoach Today we are going to listen and learn about how she became a sex coach. How to talk to your partner about your intimacy goals. Taking responsibility for your own sexuality. Resources for men Long term relationship challenges The topic of desire Book suggestions for readers Body image and sexuality challenges Tips and tricks to talk to...
3 Easy Wins
June 07, 2020 15:00 - 9 minutesSometimes the assumption is that pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction is so very complicated. Don't get me wrong, sometimes it is. Doctors don't always have the "magic wand" that we all want. BUT, sometimes the "win" or solution is just so easy I had to share them here (bonus 4th easy win included because it was just so fun I did't want to stop). Win #1 - lube Win #2 - estrogen cream Win #3 - Responsive Desire Bonus Win #4 - listen and learn! --- Send in a voice message: https://pod...
Pelvic Organ Prolapse Master Class
May 31, 2020 15:00 - 38 minutesRequired listening for anyone who has been told they have prolapse. 1) what it is 2) why women get it 3) non-surgical options 4) surgical options 5) post op expectations 6) risks of surgery --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Episode 20! - 237 Reasons Why People Have Sex
May 24, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutesIn a now groundbreaking and often referenced paper "Why Humans Have Sex," Cindy Meston and David Buss asked over 700 individuals to list the reason why they last had sex. Well, get ready for some spoken word poetry as Dr. Casperson reads all 237 reasons out loud. Pay attention to your thoughts and judgements as your brain will tell you what you think the right and wrong reasons are! Our biases are strong, but as they learned, there is not just one reason! --- Send in a voice message: h...
For The Men! Intimacy Options After Prostate Cancer Treatment
May 17, 2020 15:00 - 19 minutesThis is our first episode geared towards the guys! Join me and guest Dr. Pohlman as we discuss his podcast - The Prostate Health Podcast and his area of expertise, men's prostate and sexual health. What we will learn: Changes after prostate cancer treatment Sex after prostate cancer Why men have more erectile dysfunction as they age. Options for intimacy after prostate cancer treatment. The role of testosterone after prostate cancer. www.prostatehealthpodcast.com --- Send in a voic...
Steamy Sex Ed - second half
May 10, 2020 15:00 - 26 minutesThe second half of the steamy sex ed talk is here! Ride along and you will learn: Mindfulness for COVID and sex Faking orgasm Porn is fake Resources to help women achieve pleasure Why Penis in Vagina sex is bad for female orgasms Clitoral anatomy Medication for hypoactive sexual desire disorder Sexual pain Top tips for sex! Book recommendations --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Steamy sex ed - part one
May 03, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutesI did a lecture on female sexual dysfunction 101 and I broke it into two episodes for you! In this first half, learn about: How a urologist got into female sexual health Orgasmic inequality in heterosexual relationships Low desire versus bad sex Why women have sex Mindfulness for better sex Alcohol and sex - the good and bad Spontaneous versus responsive desire Sexual desire mismatch Tips for creating desire in a long term relationship --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...
Uberlube Unboxing and Vaginal Estrogen
April 26, 2020 19:00 - 19 minutesUberlube.com sent me a box of goodies to share! In this episode we talk about the importance of lubrication! I also answer a listeners question about vaginal estrogen, its purpose, expectations and limitations. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
The Menopause Symptom No One Talks About!
April 19, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutesWhen estrogen goes away, the vulva and vagina loose their blood flow, elasticity and resistance to injury and infection. You are more prone to dryness, infections of the bladder and vagina and pain with intercourse. In this podcast we will learn about: Options for treatment, over the counter and prescription. Why lube is important. Lasers. In addition we will touch briefly on the specific population of breast cancer survivors. And in the general population, why estrogen isn’t always scary. En...
Meet a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist!
April 12, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutesSit down with me and meet Amanda Nayfield PT, DPT, WCS, pelvic floor physical therapist, mom, wife, and outdoor adventurer! And check her out @connectNWPT What you will learn in this episode: How she got interested in pelvic health in her training as a physical therapist A personal success story in pelvic pain and intimacy What happens at the first physical therapy appointment What a pelvic floor assessment entails and why it is important How a physical therapist’s exam is different fro...
Pelvic Exams - I know I know, your favorite topic!
April 05, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutesOkay, I get it. Who wants to listen to a podcast about pelvic exams? You! Why? Because they are so important in the workup of pelvic pain and sexual health concerns! You will learn how I think about pelvic exams and how my exams are different than your "average" pap smear exams. I did the best I could to keep this one short and sweet! I hope it brings you value and understanding! - Dr. C. Things you will learn: Reasons that you need a pelvic exam with sexual dysfunction How you can “see”...
Question and Answer Round Two - A Urologist and Sex Therapist
March 29, 2020 16:00 - 37 minutesThe second half has dropped! Join Dr. Casperson and Tracy Rienstra, M.Ed., Health Educator, Peer Sexual Health Education (PSHE) coordinator. Topics discussed this time: How do you bring up sexually transmitted infections in a new relationships? How do advocate when your medications cause sexual side effects? Sexual desire mismatch in a relationship. Female “ejaculation” or squirting - what is that about? How do I explore my sexual boundaries? I have been faking orgasms - HELP! - Wher...
Question and Answer with a Sex Therapist and a Urologist - episode one of two
March 25, 2020 20:43 - 26 minutesDr. Casperson and Tracy Rienstra, M.Ed., Health Educator and Peer Sexual Health Education (PSHE) coordinator meet up to talk Q&A's that were asked of them as a part of a University lecture on sexual health. In this episode topics discussed: Is my anatomy normal? Basic Genital Care What does the vulva include? Why post menopause causes more UTI and infection The care and cleaning of foreskin The most common penis issues in our clinics Blood flow and erections Why smoking causes erect...
Lichen Sclerosis
March 01, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutesWe all want good skin. But what happens when the skin condition is in the private area? This is a skin condition 101 talk on lichen sclerosis. It affects up to 3% of all women (and some men too). Learn about it and how it is treated. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Testosterone For Desire in Women
February 15, 2020 20:28 - 28 minutesToday we are learning about the role of testosterone in female desire disorders. A brand new consensus guideline just came out dictating the role of testosterone in post menopausal women with low sexual desire. What a great time to learn more! You will learn: The myth that testosterone is a male hormone. How aromatase affects one’s active testosterone, in both men and women. How testosterone plays a role in sexual desire and overall health. How well does testosterone work for HSDD (hypoa...
Sexual Dysfunction page 2 - the second half of the handout
February 03, 2020 05:48 - 20 minutesToday's podcast is a rundown of the back side of my sexual dysfunction handout. Topics include: Hormones The proper application of Vaginal estrogen - in my opinion Estrogen creams verus tabs Lubrication recommendations and vulvar skin care Intravaginal DHEA AASECT certified sex therapists Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist recommendations Book Recommendations Desire in a long term relationships Apps and Websites for pleasure and orgasm Vaginal lasers - what they are good and not go...
Female Sexual Dysfunction Handout Front Page
January 28, 2020 05:24 - 20 minutesWhen you come see me for sexual dysfunction issues there is a double sided handout that you get in the office. Well here I break down the information on the front page of the handout for you! We talk about desire (spontaneous and responsive), arousal, orgasmic dysfunction and sexual pain concerns. We talk about what is normal, what could be causing your lack of success in this arena, as well as different treatment options. Stay tuned next week for the back page!!! --- Send in a voice...
Female Desire 101
January 20, 2020 06:52 - 19 minutesFemale sexual desire, do you need medications to have sex, do you need lube? How do you talk to your partner about sex? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Sexual frequency and delaying menopause
January 16, 2020 20:39 - 12 minutesReally? Is it true? How do we know? Learn about this new study being talked about all over the Internet right now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Low sexual desire. The definition and hormones involved.
January 15, 2020 00:36 - 10 minutesThis podcast talks about the definition of hypoactive sexual desire disorder. We discuss the hormones and neurotransmitters responsible for putting the brake on and putting the Excelerator on the arousal drive. Also why do men who wash dishes get more sex? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Galveston Diet Interview with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
January 10, 2020 22:45 - 40 minutesFemale sexual health and desire 101! Topics discussed: Female sexual function training among physicians. Female sexual function treatment. Painful sexual intercourse / dyspareunia. How many women actually orgasm with peno-vaginal sex? Normalizing female sexual discussions. Female sexual desire: spontaneous and reactive. Hormonal changes in women post menopause. Getting in the mood. Female libido. Female vaginal dryness / vaginal tissue composition pre and post menopause. Female v...
Meet Dr. Casperson
January 06, 2020 06:26 - 11 minutesWhat is Dr. Casperson's story? Learn why I am interested in female sexual health and how I got to this point in my career. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message
Happy new year! Welcome to You Are Not Broken
January 01, 2020 22:24 - 3 minutesMeet Dr. Casperson and learn why she wanted to start this podcast and where this podcast is going to go in the future. Here’s to 2012! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message