Sex, Religion, and Everything in Between
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73: Symmetry Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha is joined by other providers on the Symmetry team to discuss current events, in particlar, the recently released Trans policy by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Nata…
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72: Faith Transitions and Existential Therapy with Sara Rands, ACMHC
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Natasha is joined in this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast by one of her providers, Sara Rands, ACMHC, to discuss "Faith Transitions and Existential Therapy". You can find out more on Sara by going here: https://symcounseling.com/sara-rands/ To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. …
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71: Symmetry Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha is joined by other providers on the Symmetry team to discuss current events. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha’s channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook page at natashahelfer LCMFT, CST-S. You…
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Natasha sat down with Brittney Hartley, the author of "No Nonsense Spirituality." If you're looking for a fresh perspective on spirituality without the need for blind belief, this is the perfect listen for you. Listen to discover practical tips and insights for incorporating spirituality into your everyday life. You can find out more by going here:…
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Dr. Marie Thouin joined Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. Dr. Thouin is the author of the exciting new book "What is Compersion? Understanding Positive Empathy in Consensually Non-Monogamous Relationships." Can you believe this is the first scholarly comprehensive book on compersion?! Pre-order the book now! https://amzn.to/3xa…
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Trisha Jensen joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast as they discuss mixed faith marriages. Trisha Jensen is a Wellness coach with six years of coaching experience. She works with individuals, couples, and families struggling with faith crises, faith transitions, and navigating inter-faith relationships. Building trust, establi…
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67: Holistic Medicine, Ketamine and Wellness
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Natasha is joined by Rita Rutland to discuss holistic medicine, ketamine and wellness. She runs Restorative Halth Primary Care and Ketamine Clinic. She is a Family Nurse practitioner and primarily specializes in adult medicine. Her focus is health promotion rather than disease management. Lifestyle modification rather than medications. Her backgrou…
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On this podcast of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Natasha is joined by Allison Shiffler (@therapywithallison_) for a live discussion on repressed sexuality and the religious culture of shame, and more specifically, how this affects individuals in the context of sex addiction, impulsive behavior, hookup trauma, and the pain of hiding what could be heal…
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65: Symmetry Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha is joined by other providers on the Symmetry team to discuss current events. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha’s channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook page at natashahelfer LCMFT, CST-S. You…
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64: Porn Addiction vs. Moral Incongruity
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Natasha is joined by Natalie Henry on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. Natalie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) in Washington State. Natalie has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Westminster University in Salt Lake City, Utah. Natalie has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Utah…
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Natasha is joined by Jordan Rullo to discuss couples sex therapy! Jordan is a Board Certified Clinical Health Psychologist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Sex Therapy Supervisor, and Certified Gottman Therapist. She is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality treatment based on the latest research and evidence. Therapy with her is in…
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62: Closeted: Life as a Gay BYU Student
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Jonathan Alder joins Natasha on this episode of the podcast. Jonathan shares his experience of being gay while at BYU. He recently wrote a book, "Closeted," sharing his experience. You can find out more on his webiste: http://jonathan-alder.com/books/closeted.php To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and sha…
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61: Symmetry Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha is joined by other providers on the Symmetry team to discuss current events. For more on RAINN, go to: rainn.org To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha’s channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook pag…
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60: Creating Lasting Sexual Connections
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This was so exciting to be able to collaborate with Mormon Stories in interviewing the one and only Emily Nagoski regarding her new book Come Together - talking about long term relationships and sexuality. Such a relevant topic for everyone! and especially relevant for couples who are deconstructing high demand religion... and renegotiating their s…
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59: No Longer a Chameleon... Healing from Religious Trauma
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Melanie Macatee joins Natasha on this episode of the podcast. She shares her journey about finding herself through religious trauma. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha’s channel on Youtube and follow her professional …
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58: Weight Loss Drugs: Benefits, Risks & Controversies
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Trisha Jensen, ICF, joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast as they discuss various weight loss drugs including the benefits, risks and controversies. As a certified nutrition coach, Trisha also works with clients struggling with body image, weight loss, and relationship with food. She has several years of experience helping cli…
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57: Symmetry Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha is joined by other providers on the Symmetry team to discuss current events. For more on them: Trisha Jensen, ICF: https://symcounseling.com/trisha-jensen/ Michelle Peets, LCSW: https://symcounseling.com/michelle-peets-2/ Sally "Sal" Osborne, Wellness Coach: https://symcounseling.com/sal-osborne/ To help keep this podcast going, please cons…
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56: The Existential Importance of the Penis
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Natasha sat down down with the well-respected sex therapist and author of the thought-provoking book "The Existential Importance of the Penis" Daniel Watter. Together they delve into deep discussions about masculinity, sexuality, and the complexity of the male experience. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.co…
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55: Benefits of Ketamine Assisted Services
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Natasha discusses ketamine and how it can be beneficial for a myriad of factors for you. She is joined by Jake Clark-Bellenfant, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC and Medical Director and Provider at Symmetry Solutions. Jake oversees and provides psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care for those receiving Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and medication managem…
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54: Challenges Lesbian & Queer Folks Face in the LDS Church
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The latest episode of The Natasha Helfer Podcast featured an insightful conversation with Sally Osborne on the challenges that lesbians and queer folks face within the LDS church. Listen as Natasha and Sal dive deep into these topics and explore ways to create a more inclusive and understanding community. This podcast addresses many topics around m…
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53: Cannabis and Sexuality: Getting in the Weed
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Natasha and Aimee are getting into the "weed" in this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast! They dived into the intriguing world of cannabis and sexuality. Curious about the impact of cannabis on intimacy, pleasure and connection? Check out the episode! This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable f…
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52: Addiction, Compulsions & Impulsivity, OH MY!
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I was so excited to have had the Siegel brothers back on the show to talk about all the language that gets thrown around - consistently in clinically inaccurate ways. Especially in conservative and high-demand religious communities, the term “addiction” gets used not only by lay people, but other mental health professionals, in ways that pathologiz…
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Carah Burrell joins Natasha on this episode to discuss her journey. This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotional response so care for yourself accordingly. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not neces…
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Tara Olson and Natasha Helfer, LCMFT, CST-S discuss recent legislative updates in the state of Utah which affects all kinds of minority populations. It is appalling to see the backwards steps that are being taken in conservative, religiously motivated states throughout the country that are not abiding by evidence-based research and everything we kn…
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49: Sexual Shame in "Sex Addiction" Programs
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I interviewed Preston Hobbs, ACMHC - who currently works for me at Symmetry Solutions, on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. I am so grateful he was willing to get so personal about his experience growing up Latter-day Saint/Mormon and the history he had with sexual shame from a very young age, being considered a "sex/porn addict" and the …
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48: Non-Monogamy...Jealousy...Compersion
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Dr. Joli Hamilton joins Natasha on this episode of The Natasha Helfer Podcast. Dr. Joli Hamilton is the relationship coach for couples who color outside the lines. She is a research psychologist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AASECT (pronounced ay-sect) certified sex educator. Joli also co-hosts the Playing with Fire podcast with her ancho…
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47: Aging, Disabilities & Sexuality
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On this episode, Natasha interviewed Ellen Barnard, MSW, CSE. Ellen is a matriarch in the field and brings immense wisdom and resources. She is a Sexuality Educator and the owner of A Woman's Touch Sexuality Resource Center, a shop offering sexual health education and products in a comfortable boutique setting. It's also a website and has been shar…
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46: Considering Ethical Non-monogamy
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Natasha is joined by Kelly Trust again on this episode! They continue their conversation, this time on ethical non monogamy. You can find Kelly on Instagram at: @kellymariefitmom This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotional response so care fo…
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45: Naked & Coming Back Strong on Top of the BYU Cougar
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In this episode, Natasha interviewed Kelly Trust. In her words, "Once upon a time I went to Brigham Young University largely in part to growing up born-in-the-covenant Mormon (meaning it was a birthright and lifestyle handed to me with a whole garbage pile of labels and expectations along with it) "My freshman year they suspended me out for a viola…
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44: Symmetry Solutions Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha and her team of providers discuss current events. For more on Natasha, you can go here: https://symmetrypath.com/natasha-helfer For more on Jenny Elledge: https://symmetrypath.com/jenny-elledge This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotio…
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43: Let the Woman Sing! How the LDS Church controls Participation
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Natasha interviewed Evelyn Hornbarger who was just declined from being able to sing in a Latter-day Saint (aka Mormon) Christmas Eve event at her local congregation. We discussed how difficult it is to face these kinds of community rejections due to shifts in belief, especially in light of the Church often preaching unity while so often ostracizing…
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42: Loving Someone who has Sexual Trauma
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Natasha is joined by Megan Negendank, LMFT, CST, to discuss her book, “Loving Someone who has Sexual Trauma.” Megan is the Founder of her practice, Love Heal Grow. You can find out more about Megan at: https://www.lovehealgrow.com/about-megan/ She's on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/megan.lovehealgrow/ Go to Love Heal Grow website at: love…
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41: Symmetry Solutions Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha and her team of providers discuss current events. For more on Natasha, you can go here: https://symmetrypath.com/natasha-helfer For more on Jenny Elledge: https://symmetrypath.com/jenny-elledge For more on Michelle Peets: https://symmetrypath.com/michelle-peets Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley P…
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40: Ask Natasha Anything: Questions about Sexually Educating our Kids
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Natasha is joined by Kenlee Anderson to ask questions about sexually educating children. Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini
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39: Couples Retreat - Importance of Taking Time with Each Other
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Natasha and team talk about their couple retreat from a fewweeks ago and the Importance of taking time with each other. Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini
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38: Symmetry Solutions Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha and Allan Alexander discuss current events including General LDS Conference and what's been happening with some LDS therapists. Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini
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Meet Kurt! I am so excited to have had him join me on The Natasha Helfer podcast! In his daily life, Kurt Reinhardt leads a successful career as a consultant, cherishes his role as a devoted partner and loving father, occasionally embarks on adventures, and is an enthusiastic amateur gastronaut. However, over the past decade, Kurt has also been a p…
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36: Is Using the Term "Mormon" Micro-Aggressive?
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What are your thoughts about the use of the word “Mormon”? Is it microaggressive? Natasha shares her thoughts on the term and her experience as a key note speaker a few months back. Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini
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35: The Ethical Issues with "Sons of Helaman:" When Therapists Pathologize "Sin"
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There is a long standing history of therapists making the mistake of pathologizing human behavior through the lens of their own religious bias. Maurice Harker, founder of Sons of Helaman: Eternal Warriors, is such an example. He has created programs and written books mostly focused on “sexual self-mastery” which align with his beliefs as a member o…
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34: Symmetry Solutions Providers Discuss Current Events
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Natasha and her team of providers discuss current events. For more on Natasha, you can go here: https://symmetrypath.com/natasha-helfer For more on Allan Alexander: https://symmetrypath.com/glenn-allan-alexander For more on Jenny Elledge: https://symmetrypath.com/jenny-elledge For more on Michelle Peets: https://symmetrypath.com/michelle-peets Intr…
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33: Jodi Hildebrandt: a Cautionary Tale - Is Your Therapist Practicing Ethically?
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Natasha interviewed a phenomenal panel of experts in the mental health field regarding the ethics of practice given the scandal that has broken about Jodi Hildebrandt. This panel will include professionals who specialize in sexuality, religion and child/adolescent development. Panelists include: Dr. Julie Hanks - https://www.drjuliehanks.com Aimee …
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32: Ask Natasha Anything! With Corrine Christian
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I'm excited to be joined by Corrine Christian for this epiosde of, "Ask Me Anything!" Corrine will be bringing questions from her group described below. Corrine is a mother of 7 children, five via open adoption, married to her hubby for 21 years, left Mormonism in the spring of 2018. She started a private women’s online & in person group called “Wo…
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Natasha and her team of providers discuss current events including updates to BYU honing their language on honor code language regarding LGBTQ students and the church's response via the Church News website, saying there are no changes regarding their LGBTQ stance, the "Barbie" movie and how it intersects with Mormonism, and the tragedy of the Maui …
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30: "You have Cancer": Dealing with a Diagnosis as a Father of Seven with Jeff Stewart
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I’m so pleased to have sats down with Jeff Stewart today and have a conversation regarding what the last year has been like for him and his family as he received an ambiguous cancer diagnosis. He went through surgery and treatment not knowing at times along the way what his prognosis would look like. Cancer. A scary word none of us wants to hear. O…
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29: The Vagina Blog: Passion for Female Body Health with April Davis
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I’m excited to have sat down and have a lovely vulva chat with the amazing April Davis. A compelling speaker, creative consultant, visual artist and wordsmith, April Davis has been featured in magazines, on podcasts, and on stage, sharing her wisdom, humor and knowledge as the creator of The Vagina Blog and The Vagina Blog Podcast. Her passion and …
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28: Mormon Gays Better Off at Church? Depends on How you Define "Better" - with Lisa Diamond
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Back by popular demand, I had the amazing Dr. Lisa Diamond back on the show to discuss some recent research that has been making some buzz out of Utah State University. We are both concerned on how, without proper context, this kind of study will get weaponized within the LDS community as well as other high-demand religious communities. The study c…
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27: Safeguarding LDS Children: The Grassroots Effort in the UK
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Jane Christie and Sara Delaney played a crucial role (along with many others) in the grassroots movement in the UK to have the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints require background checks of anyone who works with the youth of the Church. Unlike many other religious organizations, the Church has a history of NOT having Background Checks be …
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26: Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science & Stories of Resilience
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In this episode, Natasha interviewed “Master of Disaster.” Dr. Randy Bell is a sociologist and an economist who specializes in disaster recovery projects. He has consulted in numerous world tragedies including the World Trade Center, Flight 93, Sandy Hook, BP Oil Spill, Hurricane Katrina, the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test sidtes, the Northridge earthqu…
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25: Ronald's Little Factory: A Commentary on Mormon Masturbation
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Natasha sat down with Brent Bokovoy to discuss his latest film, "Ronald’s Little Factory". Those growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints receive clear messages that in order to abide by the “Law of Chastity” you should not fall to the temptation of masturbation. This belief, that masturbation is a sin, is common in fundamental…
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24: Being Boobless: Redefining & Reclaiming Femininity
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I’m so excited I got to talk to Lacey Marie about her journey dealing with infection and illness due to breast implants. And how she has come to terms and peace with her boobless body as well as her advocacy work to educate others. After years of Mormonism and the need for perfection, Lacey Marie had gone to great lengths to fit into the ideal woma…
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