Best Ali Mezey Podcasts (2024)

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The Bodies We Got: A Conversation with Dr. Madhav Gramke 1:03:26

1d ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Disclaimer: This episode includes some graphic discussions about the insides of bodies. If you're squeamish or prefer to keep your anatomy lessons less hands-on, you might want to grab a pillow to hide behind or listen with a friend for moral support. Otherwise, dive in with us for some fascinating and occasionally gooey details! SYNOPSIS: In this …

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The Incarcerated Body: Cultural & Institutional Imprisonment with Dr. Kate Balestrieri 1:03:09

17d ago1:03:09

1:03:09

HEADS UP: We do touch on topics like sexism, gender dynamics, sexual identity, and societal pressures. There are also mentions of domestic and sexual violence. We use frank language and occasional swear words. Please take care while listening, and feel free to skip any parts that might be triggering. Your well-being is important to us. In this epis…

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Secrets Of Female Pleasure With Sheri Winston 54:27

19d ago54:27

54:27

Wholistic Sex Educator and author of Women's Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure, Sheri Winston talks with Clare Sente about teaching pleasure-centered sex ed for grown-ups. She coined the term, "FEN" = Female Erectile Network. Come learn about female anatomy related to great sex, you will never be able to look at a jumbo roll of pap…

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Finding Home in the Body: Nurturing Presence and Playfulness Meditation by Sarah Peyton 6:16

24d ago6:16

6:16

In this guided meditation led by Sarah, participants are invited to explore the concept of embodiment through play and presence. Sarah begins by reflecting on the human capacity for lifelong play and the tendency to withdraw from embodiment when hurt. Through gentle guidance, participants are encouraged to reconnect with their bodies, acknowledging…

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Trauma Healing, Somatic Psychology, and Human Rights Advocacy: LIVE AUDIENCE Q&A RECORDING W/ AMBER GRAY 1:29:01

30d ago1:29:01

1:29:01

HEADS UP: We do briefly discuss torture, and there are a few swears words bandied. This is a recording from our recent live event. Each of our events is aimed at connecting all you lovely bodies with pioneering leaders in our mission to help humans (along with other species) live our embodied wholeness for the benefit of individual and collective h…

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Earth Body Meditation: Rooting into Beloved Ground w/ AMBER GRAY 14:04

1M ago14:04

14:04

Embark on a journey of connection and grounding in this beautiful Earth Body Meditation led by Amber Gray. Rooted in Amber's dual heritage of white settler colonizer and Native American ancestry, this practice merges Native American and Vodou traditions to deepen our sense of being of the earth. Explore sensory memory as you envision placing your f…

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Orgasmic Activation: The Key to Unlocking Orgasmic Potential with Susan Bratton 50:37

1M ago50:37

50:37

Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content not meant for minors. Ready for a journey that promises to uncover layers of pleasure you never knew existed? Join Clare Sente and "Intimacy Expert to Millions💋" Susan Bratton as they talk about orgasms and explore techniques to cultivate a variety of orgasmic experiences. Discover the secrets …

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Felt-Sense Thinking - Infusing Education with Somatic Intelligence: Aitabé Fornés 1:13:12

1M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

In this episode, the Ali converses with an education innovator, Aitabé Fornés, who is revolutionising the field through the integration of embodiment practices. Aitabé shares personal experiences and insights into how embodiment can transform traditional educational paradigms, leading to more holistic and impactful learning experiences. Through her…

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The Fluid Body: Moving Like Water and the Wisdom of Emilie Conrad w/ Marcella Bottero 1:10:17

2M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

SYNOPSIS: In this episode, Marcella shares profound insights of our bodies as “a process,” and embracing the fluidity of movement. Drawing inspiration from the visionary founder of Continuum Movement, Emilie Conrad, Marcella invites us to delve deep into the essence of movement as a gateway to self-discovery. From exploring the fluid nature of the …

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Embodied Connection: A Short, Guided Meditation for Grounding and Presence w/ LORRAINE PENTELLO 1:30

2M ago1:30

1:30

In this simple, minute and a half guided meditation by Lorraine Pentello, you're invited to find immediate comfort wherever you are, whether sitting or lying down, and to explore the profound connection between your body and the world around you. Take a few moments to breathe and simply notice the sensation of support beneath you, allowing yourself…

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Neurodiversity, The Body & Inclusive Intelligence: LIVE AUDIENCE Q&A RECORDING with Rachel Fell & Ali Mezey 1:20:57

2M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

This is a recording from our recent live event. Each of our events is aimed at connecting all you lovely bodies with pioneering leaders in our mission to help humans (along with other species) live our embodied wholeness for the benefit of individual and collective healing. We host multiple free events each month. Find our schedule at www.thebrilli…

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Erotic Grief & Sexological Body Work with Lorraine Pentello & Ali Mezey 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode touches on sensitive topics that include sexual violence, multi-gender rape, coercion, trauma and the complexities of gender identity and transgender experiences. There are some swear words. SYNOPSIS: In this episode, Ali engages in a deep and candid conversation with Lorraine, an ex-sex worker turned Somatic Therapis…

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Resources To Overcome Stress And Burnout 59:16

3M ago59:16

59:16

Life can be pretty hectic that we unknowingly accumulate stress because we are too busy to acknowledge ourselves and our emotions. Then one day, we just burn out. How do we pick ourselves up from this crash? What resources can we reach to help? Join us for an intimate exploration of vulnerability and emotional resilience on this episode of our podc…

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Beyond Massage with Holden Zalma: Body Brilliance as a Tool to Heal Others 1:12:11

3M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

Having earned each and every one of his stripes, this zebra definitely ain’t just a horse. If you are a hands-on practitioner, or anyone who has suffered from bodily restrictions, injuries or pain, this episode will shed some light on how those of us who touch and take care of bodies for a living, see, experience and help bodies whose brilliance ma…

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The Neuroscience of Love and Addiction: LIVE AUDIENCE Q&A RECORDING with Sarah Peyton and Ali Mezey 1:15:01

3M ago1:15:01

1:15:01

Join Ali Mezey, host of The Brilliant Body Podcast as she welcomes internationally renowned guest, Sarah Peyton, for an encore to her episode ‘Your Resonant Body: Brain Circuits, Childhood Contracts & Reconceiving Addiction’ with a captivating Q&A session for a live audience. If you haven’t listened to Sarah's episode yet, we highly recommend you d…

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Decoding Your Life’s Path And Purpose Through Numerology With Felicia Bender 1:12:05

4M ago1:12:05

1:12:05

Embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of numerology, where the unique vibrational energies of numbers intertwine with our personal experiences, providing a mystical lens through which to understand the intricacies of life. In this episode, Clare Sente and Rachel Watson sit down with professional numerologist Felicia Bender to talk about w…

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A 'Good Death’ with Karen Bellone, Death Doula: Embracing Life & Mortality PART TWO 1:02:05

4M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

THIS IS PART TWO - Listen to part one here CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode contains discussions of death, dying, end-of-life care, and sensitive topics related to mortality, including chosen suicide and medicalization of death and illness. Listener discretion is advised, especially for individuals who may find these topics distressing or triggering.…

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A 'Good Death’ with Karen Bellone, Death Doula: Embracing Life & Mortality PART ONE 37:12

4M ago37:12

37:12

CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode contains discussions of death, dying, end-of-life care, and sensitive topics related to mortality, including chosen suicide and medicalization of death and illness. Listener discretion is advised, especially for individuals who may find these topics distressing or triggering. Please prioritize your emotional well-bein…

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Embodied Intelligence LIVE AUDIENCE Q&A Recording with Philip Shepherd 1:20:13

5M ago1:20:13

1:20:13

SYNOPSIS: Following the enthusiastic feedback from Philip's inaugural appearance on the podcast with his episode "Embodied Intelligence: Wholeness, Sensitivity, and the Pelvic Bowl," we knew we had to bring him back! If you haven’t listened to his episode yet, we highly recommend you do! In this recorded version of our live Q&A event, step into the…

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“Into the Body's Knowing” Meditation w/ Philip Shepherd 10:37

5M ago10:37

10:37

Enjoy a profound meditation gifted by Philip Shepherd at the beginning of our recent live Q&A event as a grounding exercise and basis for profound state-shifts through the geography of the body. We’ve provided a stand-alone version of the mediation for those of you who want to use it on a regular basis. This meditation offers a practice to explore …

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Trauma and the Body with Amber Gray: Regulation, Restoration, & The Patience of Whales 1:27:23

5M ago1:27:23

1:27:23

CONTENT HEADS UP: Be enriched by a thoughtfully crafted conversation where sensitive topics related to trauma, torture, and self-loathing are gently woven into a narrative that is ultimately about love. There are no graphic descriptions of torture, just some causes and effects, but we nonetheless recommend that sensitive listeners prioritize their …

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Celebrating the Senses with Rose Mary Riggs: Equine Therapy, Erotic Brilliance and Devotional Self-Pleasure 50:21

5M ago50:21

50:21

CONTENT HEADS UP: In this episode, we acknowledge the reality of sexual trauma, so for our listeners that may be sensitive to such content, we’d like to make sure you’re aware up front… And we're also serving up a mix of happier adult topics Including, but not limited to, discussions about sensual sex, as well as some insight about masturbation and…

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Relaxed Sex: Deepening Connection And Intimacy With Sarah Rose Bright 49:48

5M ago49:48

49:48

We can get so caught up living in a fast-paced world that we end up carrying these tensions into the bedroom, making us forget the pleasures of truly connecting that come from slowing down. Clare Sente and Rachel Watson interview intimacy and sex coach Sarah Rose Bright about relaxed sex, what it is and what it isn't. They learn that not having a g…

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Walking Somatic Empathy with Joseph Culp: Narrated Demonstration of Two "Walks" 13:47

5M ago13:47

13:47

SYNOPSIS: This is an addendum to the episode "Walking Somatic Empathy with Joseph Culp" on The Brilliant Body Podcast. We recommend you watch or listen to the full episode for a better understanding of Walking-In-Your-Shoes – what it is, why it works, why we do it. Here’s a great example of Joseph Culp following his body’s brilliance to offer Ali h…

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Walking Somatic Empathy with Joseph Culp: The Mind-Body Process of Walking-In-Your-Shoes 1:10:10

6M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode may inspire you to give the practice of “Walking-In-Your-Shoes” a go on your own. We waive all responsibility for any ensuing mishaps of cramped spaces, being near stairs or inspired bouts of wild and/or naked abandon. On a more serious note, we do discuss heavy subjects like trauma, armoring, drowning, rape and PTSD.…

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Your Resonant Body with Sarah Peyton: Brain Circuits, Childhood Contracts & Reconceiving Addiction 1:08:26

6M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

CONTENT HEADS UP: Expect brain science with a side of profanity. Yup, in discussing the resonance of swear words we use several of them. But the main course is a frank discussion of brain circuits, unconscious contracts, resonant mothering, the chemical strategy of addiction, and challenges of feeling like you belong to Earth. This episode may make…

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Body Work: Trusting The Intelligence Of Your Body With Ali Mezey 1:04:22

6M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Our body contains more wisdom than we give it credit to. Often, we can find healing just by tapping and trusting the body’s intelligence. Ali Mezey embraces this. She is a pioneer in body-based modalities, a practitioner, educator, and facilitator of individual and group transformation and healing. In this episode, she joins Clare Sente and Rachel …

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Ali asks 11 body masters: How Do You Define EMBODIMENT? 4:51

6M ago4:51

4:51

We frequently encounter challenges in conveying the depth and breadth of our experiences of being our bodies, using everyday language, particularly when newly popular terms become “buzz” words quickly obscuring, or not continuing to explore, what they even mean. At the end of each episode of The Brilliant Body Podcast, I pose a simple yet profound …

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Embodied Intelligence with Philip Shepherd: Wholeness, Sensitivity, and the Pelvic Bowl 1:15:58

7M ago1:15:58

1:15:58

THE BRILLIANT BODY PODCAST w/ ALI MEZEY: "Embodied Intelligence with Philip Shepherd: Wholeness, Sensitivity, and the Pelvic Bowl" TO VIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RjXbXboi6m8 To subscribe now, click here To be an angel to the podcast, click here To read more about the podcast, click here FOR MORE ALI MEZEY: ALI - Website ALI - LinkTree SYNOPSI…

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Bridging Divides with Rachel Fell: Neurodivergence, Conscious Body Awareness & Inclusive Intelligence 59:29

7M ago59:29

59:29

Content Heads Up: This episode contains, among other things, a deep, frank conversation about the mind-body divide, neurodivergence, giftedness, perfectionism, sameness and diversity, roller derby, some swear words, a lot of humor, and of course, some challenges and gifts of being bodies. SYNOPSIS: Ali and Rachel engage in a profound conversation, …

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The Body is a Gift with Gil Hedley: A Reverential Journey into the Human Body 1:16:56

7M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode contains (among other things) a deep, frank conversation about life, death, Catholicism, the cosmos, reverential dissection, body phenomena, including orgasm, service, enlightenment, circumcision, some swear words, a lot of humor, and of course, some challenges and gifts of being bodies. And in case it’s not clear, Gi…

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Meet The Brilliant Body Podcast & Ali Mezey! 17:05

7M ago17:05

17:05

CONTENT HEADS UP: This episode contains (among many fabulous things) some swear words. SYNOPSIS: Join Somatic Facilitator & Media Maker, Ali Mezey, as she introduces you to an exciting new series of conversations exploring somatic intelligence: The Brilliant Body Podcast. In this brief introduction, Ali delves into the motivations behind this groun…

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Pelvic Floor Health: A Vibrant Life After Pregnancy And Menopause With Amanda Rafferty 45:21

9M ago45:21

45:21

Your pelvic health is the foundation of your well-being. You don't have to settle for discomfort. In this episode, Clare Sente and Rachel Watson invite Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Amanda Rafferty to talk about common changes that happen to a woman after delivering a baby, in perimenopause, and menopause. Mandy discusses the mysteries of the pel…

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The Transformational Magic Of Women's Circles 38:52

10M ago38:52

38:52

Women's Circles: Where vulnerability meets empowerment, and self-love becomes a powerful ritual. In this enchanting episode, your hosts Clare Sente and Rachel Watson discuss how they originally met through a women's circle in 2020 and their positive experiences of being in other women's circles. They discuss how women's circles are more than just a…

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Swipe Differently: Mastering Midlife Dating In The Digital Age With Bex Burton 48:14

10M ago48:14

48:14

Today's midlife dating scene captures the clash between digital swipes and the timeless search for genuine connections. In this episode, Clare interviews dating and relationship coach Bex Burton about why it feels so difficult to date in today's digital age with swiping apps. Unpacking the complexities of modern dating apps and the swipe culture, B…

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Clare’s Origin Story Part 2: A Journey To Sexual Awakening And Self-Discovery 50:29

10M ago50:29

50:29

Pleasure, curiosity, and empowerment – the keys to unlocking a life of unapologetic joy and self-discovery. We are back for part 2 of Clare Sente’s Origin Story. For today’s episode, we dive deep into Clare’s sexual awakening and explore the realms of pleasure, curiosity, and empowerment. Clare shares how her childhood conditioning was around sex, …

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Getting Over Accidents And Trauma With Clare’s Origin Story - Part 1 39:36

11M ago39:36

39:36

In this episode, Clare gets to be the superhero as Rachel interviews her about her origin story. We discover that from a young age, she got the message that she should be more like her older sisters. Clare had to go through a few repeating life lessons before earning her superhero cape. Luckily, she survived her eight car accidents intact and has b…

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Rachel’s Story: How Origin Stories Shape Our Lives 42:04

11M ago42:04

42:04

We all have origin stories because we are superheroes in our own lives. Part of our empowerment journey involves looking at our early conditioning so we choose consciously for creating our next chapters living authentically. We begin Season 3 with Clare asking Rachel about her upbringing as a Mormon. She opens up on how this affected her and what s…

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The Key To Your Happiness: Connecting And Listening To Our Vulvas 35:55

1y ago35:55

35:55

Exploring and understanding our bodies can be a valuable and empowering experience. Our personal experiences with connecting to our bodies can vary, and it's important to approach such explorations with an open mind and respect for individual preferences and comfort levels. In this episode, Rachel and Clare provided valuable insights, guidance, and…

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Making Menopause Mainstream With Adele Johnston 42:30

1y ago42:30

42:30

Menopause affects so many women, yet it's still a topic shrouded in mystery and discomfort. With the proper education and guidance, women can discover personalized solutions to manage symptoms and thrive during this significant life transition. In this episode, Clare Sente and Rachel Watson welcome a special guest, Adele Johnston. Building on a pre…

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Empowering Women Through Boudoir Photography 40:48

1y ago40:48

40:48

"You cannot pose yourself into looking sexy. You can feel yourself into being sexy." - Rachel Watson. In this episode, Clare Sente and Rachel Watson talk about their work and specifically how Rachel's work with her boudoir photography is about empowering women to feel great about themselves. It will resonate with us if we allow ourselves to be seen…

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Menopause: What You Need To Know About Your Second Spring 37:16

1y ago37:16

37:16

At some point in time, we will hit menopause. It could arrive early for some, while others may have it later. Either way, it will come and create changes for the rest of your life. And wouldn’t it be great to know more about it before it happens to help you through? In this episode, Clare Sente takes the hot seat opposite Rachel Watson to share her…

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Coming Into Relationship With Our Vulvas For Self Love With Naomi Gale 52:53

1+ y ago52:53

52:53

When was the last time you took a look at your vulva? Do you talk about your genitals, or even talk about them? There is so much shame around this topic that even professionals like gynecologists find it hard to use the correct terminology for female genitalia. Naomi Gale thrives in this space. As a professional vaginologist, she specializes in hel…

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Build a Sex Room 40:39

1+ y ago40:39

40:39

After binge watching the Netflix show: How to Build a Sex Room, Clare and Rachel talk about how our physical environment plays a part in our relationship. *apologies for Clare's sound quality on this episode, her mic wasn't working but we're all back to amazing quality next episode!* Rachel talks about how her room becomes a dumping ground of thing…

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Sex: A Place you go 40:57

1+ y ago40:57

40:57

Inspired by Esther Perel's lovely quote "Sex isn't something we do, it's a place we go" we talk about what sex means to us and 5 verbs of sex: ask, take, refuse, receive, share. As always we chat about checking in with our bodies, understanding our desires and having fun! As well as our meditation practices. A link to one of Esther's talks on TED. …

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The Dual Control Model 39:15

1+ y ago39:15

39:15

What gets you going? What slams your brakes on? In this episode we chat about the different things that put on the gas (accelerator) pedal and what things hit that brake pedal when it comes to sexual desire. Learn why Clare doesn't eat broccoli before sex and what our gas and brake pedal things are! Link to an article by Emily Nagoski on the Dual C…

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Good Luck to You Leo Grande 40:27

1+ y ago40:27

40:27

***Spoiler Alert*** We talk about this movie in great detail. If you haven't watched it yet, go watch it then come back because otherwise we might spoil the movie for you! The film stars Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack and is written by Katy Brand and directed by Sophie Hyde. Through the discussion of the movie we explore the themes of sexual des…

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Energetic Orgasms (pt2) 40:07

1+ y ago40:07

40:07

In part two we dive deeper into all thing energetic orgasms.

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Energetic Orgasms (pt1) 36:44

2y ago36:44

36:44

Clare is back from her Costa Rica retreat and she's here to tell us more about energetic orgasms! We mentioned this in Season 1 but the most frequent request we've had is to talk more about them. So in this two-parter Clare shares her energetic orgasm experiences and gives us advice on how we can have them too!…

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Pleasure 33:50

2y ago33:50

33:50

Season two is here! And now we've met in REAL LIFE! After spending some time this summer dancing, drumming (and drinking) in a yurt we are back together for another season. This episode is all about P L E A S U R E, what limits it, what increases it and how it can make our whole life better.

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