Best Emily Brewer Podcasts (2024)

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Come Together by Emily Nagoski: 3 Keys to Reignite Your Sex Life 7:55

6h ago7:55

7:55

On this, *errr,* rather *steamy* episode of Book Wise, host Britt Brewer AKA Dr. Books takes on the topic of intimacy in long term relationships. Citing well-researched and thoughtful insights from author and renowned sex educator Emily Nagoski’s latest book, "Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections," Dr. Books …

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What To Do About Injustice? Unpacking “What You Have Heard Is True” 9:07

10h ago9:07

9:07

What does it mean to bear witness to injustice? Never before have humans had such access to firsthand accounts of global resistance due in large part to social media and technology. But for award-winning American poet and editor Carolyn Forché — witnessing injustice first hand meant being in the fog of war herself, as it unfolded before her in real…

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24. We Are Only As Sick As Our Secrets (w/ Angela & BJ Broussard) 1:09:14

9d ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Special Guest: Angela & BJ Broussard Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Angela's battle with addiction was a silent but destructive storm. Hear from Angela Broussard and her husband BJ from Lafayette, LA as they discuss the challenges they faced in the throws of add…

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Is Social Media Ruining Us? Insights from “The Anxious Generation” 8:21

8d ago8:21

8:21

Have you ever found yourself lying in bed, doom-scrolling through TikTok, wondering why the heck you’re still awake at 3 am looking at Caesar salad wrap recipes? Well, my friend, you're not alone—and it turns out there's a whole generation feeling this way. On this episode of Book Wise, Britt Brewer a.k.a. Dr. Books dives into Jonathan Haidt’s eye-…

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23. There Are No Lost Causes (w/ Emily Ellsworth) 1:04:20

11d ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Special Guest: Emily Ellsworth Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Emily, a self-published author, shares a heartfelt story of loss, resilience, and emotional healing after her mother’s addiction. Her narrative is a powerful testament to faith, forgiveness, and the p…

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Are You in a Cult? Red Flags from Amanda Montell’s “Cultish” 9:11

19d ago9:11

9:11

Have you recently found yourself at a company offsite thinking …. Am I about to be indoctrinated into some freaky cult as soon as we circle back from this deep dive thought shower slash mandatory team yoga? The answer, to quote the title of a super mid rom com starring Ryan Reynolds, is…. Definitely Maybe. On this episode of Book Wise, host Britt B…

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22. Angry at God for Letting Me Live (w/ Josh Bassett) 1:09:51

22d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Special Guest: Josh Bassett Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Josh's story begins with a turbulent childhood marked by abuse and neglect, leading to a life of substance abuse, violence, and run-ins with the law. However, with faith, support, and a spiritual awakeni…

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What's on Taylor Swift's Bookshelf? Her Favorite Non-Fiction Books 9:46

22d ago9:46

9:46

On this episode of Book Wise, host Britt AKA Dr. Books delves into the shelves of Taylor Swift’s bookcase, to discuss T Swi’s fave 3 books based on the real lives of real people. Part armchair therapist, part soothsayer, part pop culture historian — Dr. Books entertains a few working theories around just WHY Taylor might love these books. We’re tal…

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21. Trauma to Triumph (w/ Claire Hayden) 1:06:06

28d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Special Guest: Claire Hayden Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Claire, a 25-year-old mother from Fairhope, Alabama, overcame trauma, addiction, and self-doubt with unwavering faith and resilience. Her inspiring journey and reliance on God's love offer hope to those…

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Ultimate Power Moves from Nancy Pelosi’s New Book 9:23

29d ago9:23

9:23

On this episode of Book Wise, our host Britt Brewer AKA “Dr. Books” reviews Nancy Pelosi’s new book, The Art of Power. But fear not dear listeners, this is NO snooze fest book report. Dr. Books will explore the title through 3 of the biggest, boldest, most bada$$ power broker trade secrets as shared by Nancy Pelosi — one of the greatest power broke…

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20. An Exhausting Pursuit of God (w/ Lyndsey Tillery) 1:11:47

1M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Special Guest: Lyndsey Tillery Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Lyndsey Tillery's life was marked by addiction and struggle until she found redemption in a faith-based recovery program. Now, she helps others break free from the chains of addiction, showing the pow…

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5 Must-Read Books to Expand Your Mind 19:31

1M ago19:31

19:31

On this episode of Book Wise, Britt opens up her third eye, dusts off her heart chakras, and delves into the meaning of life with radio veteran Gary Scott, currently a producer of the hit true crime series Small Town Dicks, and former longtime Program Director at KCRW — LA’s iconic public radio station. This cat knows his stuff. And Britt and Gary …

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19. Enabling is Not Love (w/ Jennifer Straszheim) 50:48

1M ago50:48

50:48

Special Guest: Jennifer Straszheim Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Jennifer shares her 20-year battle with drug addiction stemming from a troubled childhood, the loss of her partner to suicide, and toxic relationships. She discusses how she found solace and stren…

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This Book Reveals the Secret to a Meaningful Life 11:36

1M ago11:36

11:36

On this episode of Book Wise, Jonathan Munk talks to Britt Brewer about a book that made a huge impact on both his life and career, “How Will You Measure Your Life?” by Clayton Christensen. As always, our Book Wise hosts dig into the weeds — from death bed confessions, to what truly matters in life, and how the U.S. presidential race between Obama …

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18. Major League Dreams to Major Devastation (w/ Barry Lyons) 1:14:00

2M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Special Guest: Barry Lyons Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Barry, a former MLB player, shares his journey from athletic success to addiction and redemption. He achieved his dream but fell into addiction. After Hurricane Katrina, he lost everything but found resto…

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Inside the Mind of a Sociopath: Patric Gagne’s “Sociopath” 8:30

2M ago8:30

8:30

The term sociopath has long been considered a label given only to those living in the shadows of society — typically hardened, violent criminals. But those are the sociopaths who acted on their disorder. What about the sociopaths who don’t? The ones who perform surgery? Or get elected to office? Or hover a wee bit too close to you in line at Sweetg…

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17. Dealing with Anger and Depression (w/ Austin McMullen) 1:13:19

2M ago1:13:19

1:13:19

Special Guest: Austin McMullen Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Austin shares his struggles with family, anger, and substance abuse but finds redemption through faith and love. His story is a testament to hope, recovery, and the transformative power of faith. Leav…

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J.D. Vance’s "Hillbilly Elegy": Who is Trump’s New Heir? 15:27

2M ago15:27

15:27

Before J.D. Vance catapulted into the spotlight, he was a bestselling author. On this episode, we’ll give you the scoop on his 2016 book, “Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis.” Britt Brewer is joined by BookClub CEO Jonathan Munk, who sets the scene for Vance’s upbringing in a small Ohio town hit hard by the decline of Ameri…

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16. Surviving Human Trafficking (w/ Leah Daughdrill) 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Special Guest: Leah Daughdrill Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Leah from Leakesville, Mississippi, shares her story of overcoming addiction and trafficking. Influenced by family at 15, she found hope in faith and community support. Now, she helps others through h…

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"Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell: Is Talent Overrated? 8:32

2M ago8:32

8:32

On this episode of Book Wise, host Britt Brewer, A.K.A. “Dr. Books,” takes a call from a listener debating one of the timeless questions: is success more about talent or hard work? Dr. Books’ top recommendation to settle the debate is Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. We break down success stories and answer questions like: What led to Fleetwood Mac's …

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15. Drugs, Jail, and Jesus (w/ Chris & Wendy Brewer) 1:07:04

2M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Special Guests: Chris & Wendy Brewer Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Chris and Wendy Brewer share their redemptive journey through drug addiction, crime, and incarceration on the Jesus Loves Addicts podcast. They discuss their path to recovery through faith-based…

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“Educated” by Tara Westover: From Rural Idaho to Harvard 8:14

2M ago8:14

8:14

On this episode of Book Wise, our host Britt Brewer A.K.A. “Dr. Books” takes a caller from the request line in search of an aspirational, hardscrabble, up-from-the-boot-straps type of book. Dr. Books’ ultimate suggestion is “Educated” by Tara Westover. But the good doctor pairs her final pick with some outstanding, aspirational memoir genre-type ru…

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14. Come as You Are (w/ Lauren Rector) 52:50

3M ago52:50

52:50

Special Guest: Lauren Rector Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Lauren Rector, a single mother from Pensacola, shares her compelling journey from addiction to recovery. Listen as she shares the profound impact of her renewed relationship with her family and son and …

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5 Must-Read Books on Queerness as a Revolutionary Act ft. @jpreads6 19:54

3M ago19:54

19:54

On this episode, Britt Brewer welcomes popular BookTok influencer John-Paul Kunrunmi (@jpreads6) to discuss groundbreaking titles on queerness by some of the most thought-provoking BIPOC authors of our time. What did bell hooks have to say about queerness? Is being queer really a revolutionary act? And what does sex have to do with politics? Britt …

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13. From Pain to Purpose (w/ Jennifer Gaspard) 56:41

3M ago56:41

56:41

Special Guest: Jennifer Gaspard Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Jennifer shares her journey of overcoming opiate addiction from a young age due to prescription pain medication. She emphasizes the importance of community, faith, and breaking away from harmful envi…

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Michelle Obama's "Becoming": The Most Popular First Lady Memoir Ever 12:22

3M ago12:22

12:22

In this exciting first edition of “Paging Dr. Books,” host Britt Brewer A.K.A “Dr. Books” opens up the request line to a book-loving caller on the hunt for an inspirational read. You can probably surmise from the name of the episode what title Dr. Books will ultimately recommend. However, before we delve into the Becoming of it all, let Dr. Books g…

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12. Waiting on the Lord (w/ Justin & Ashley Anderson) 1:01:20

3M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Special Guest: Justin & Ashley Anderson Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Justin and Ashley share their journey from addiction and despair to redemption through unwavering faith in Christ, emphasizing the power of support, honesty, and perseverance in overcoming ch…

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5 Must-Read Books for Aspiring Entrepreneurs ft. Degreed CEO David Blake 25:19

3M ago25:19

25:19

On this episode, Britt Brewer sits down with the CEO of Degreed and Founder of BookClub, David Blake, to discuss the 5 books that defined his career, and helped to ignite his entrepreneurial spirit. The two engage in a wide-ranging discussion covering everything from polarizing tech disrupters, to late 90s alt-rock, to the very essence of human dev…

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11. From Misery to Ministry (w/ Warren Dedeaux) 51:54

3M ago51:54

51:54

Special Guest: Warren Dedeaux Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Leave your 30-second testimony at JesusLovesAddicts.com Warren's testimony begins with the absence of his father and the tragic loss of his mother, which led to a descent into substance abuse and depre…

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Rick Rubin's "The Creative Act": A Creativity Playbook? 18:49

3M ago18:49

18:49

On this episode, Britt Brewer is joined by BookClub CEO Jonathan Munk. She walks him through the “Creative Act: A Way of Being” by Rick Rubin – a meditation of sorts on the intersection of creativity and commerce. And, much like the notoriously zen Rubin – Britt and Munk don’t shy away from philosophical debates over the very nature of creativity, …

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10. Finding God's Strength in My Weakness (w/ E.C. Simmons) 58:21

3M ago58:21

58:21

Special Guest: E.C. Simmons Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Leave your 30-second testimony at JesusLovesAddicts.com E.C. Simmons shares her inspiring journey of overcoming alcohol addiction through faith, family support, and the transformative power of God's grac…

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5 Must-Read Books for Women in the Workplace ft. Samantha Dockser 21:58

4M ago21:58

21:58

On this episode, Britt Brewer welcomes to the pod popular BookTok influencer Samantha Dockser to discuss trending titles grappling with the big, hot-button issues facing a thoroughly modern economy. How do you avoid burnout? Can certain brands of feminism be downright toxic to your fellow fem-aligned colleagues? What do halos have to do with Taylor…

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Diana Nyad’s “Find a Way”: A 110-Mile Swim at Age 64 20:49

4M ago20:49

20:49

On this premiere ep of BookWise, BookClub.com CEO Jonathan Munk and Sr. Director of Creative Experience Britt Brewer dive deep (pun intended) into Find a Way: The Inspiring Story of One Woman’s Pursuit of a Lifelong Dream, by famed swimmer, Diana Nyad. Nyad notably swam from Havana, Cuba, to Key West, Florida ( 110 miles - roughly 1936 football fie…

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Meet Book Wise Host (and Fellow Bookworm) Britt Brewer 1:22

4M ago1:22

1:22

Britt Brewer, Sr. Director of Creative Experience at BookClub.com, takes a moment to welcome you to Book Wise.By BookClub.com

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Introducing Book Wise: Leadership Through Books 2:51

4M ago2:51

2:51

Welcome to Book Wise, where we explore leadership through books. Books are “uniquely portable magic” (Stephen King) and “mirrors of the soul” (Virginia Woolf). From BookClub.com, host Britt Brewer (with guest host appearances from CEO Jonathan Munk) helps you find the next book that stops you in your tracks… and just might shape your life and caree…

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9. From Chaos to Redemption (w/ Jennifer and Kayne Troutman) 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Special Guests: Kayne & Jennifer Troutman Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Leave your 30-second testimony at JesusLovesAddicts.com Kayne and Jennifer's story is one of addiction, redemption, and faith. They met during their darkest days, battled addiction, and fou…

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8. Breaking the Generational Curse - Part 2 (w/ Brittany Crabtree) 50:44

4M ago50:44

50:44

Special Guest: Brittany Crabtree Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: ⁠⁠America's Thrift Stores⁠⁠ Produced by: ⁠⁠Home of Grace In Part 2 of Brittany's story, she shares her battle with addiction, her struggles, and her inspiring journey to recovery. Her story offers an intimate look at her journey to recovery, seeking…

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7. Breaking the Generational Curse - Part 1 (w/ Brittany Crabtree) 45:00

4M ago45:00

45:00

Brittany's story is about coping with her mother's addiction while battling her own demons. Her journey emphasizes the message of resilience, love, faith, and recovery, showing that with vulnerability and sharing experiences, it's possible to not only survive but also flourish.By Home of Grace

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6. With Death Comes Life (w/ John Bourgeois) 1:02:30

5M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

John's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and redemption. He shares his journey of addiction and recovery, highlighting the role of faith and spirituality and offering hope and inspiration to those facing similar struggles.By Home of Grace

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5. Relationship Over Religion (w/ Jennifer Nettles) 1:02:22

5M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Special Guest: Jennifer Nettles Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace Jennifer shares her journey from addiction to redemption through divine grace. Her story challenges the stigma attached to addiction and invites others to witness the transformative power of faith. L…

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4. Finding Joy Amidst Tragedy (w/ Greg Miller) 1:18:00

5M ago1:18:00

1:18:00

Special Guest: Greg Miller Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: America's Thrift Stores Produced by: Home of Grace From a fatal shipyard accident to losing his mother, Greg's story is a tale of redemption from drug and alcohol addiction and becoming an advocate for Christian-based recovery. He shares his struggles, th…

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3. He Redeems Our Past (w/ Krista Cowden) 1:02:15

5M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

Krista shares her journey of overcoming addiction with the help of faith and community support. Her story highlights the importance of love, acceptance, and healthy relationships in the recovery process and offers hope for those on the path to recovery. Special Guest: Krista Cowden Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by:…

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2. Running from God, Part 2 (w/ Ross Richard) 59:47

6M ago59:47

59:47

Part 2 of 2: Ross shares his journey towards recovery from addiction and how he reconnected with God. He talks about the transformative power of faith, love, and the support he received from his wife. The episode offers a message of hope and redemption. Special Guest: Ross Richard Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Sponsored by: …

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1. Running from God, Part 1 (w/ Ross Richard) 1:02:28

6M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Part 1 of 2: Ross shares his journey from substance abuse to faith-based transformation in this two-part episode. Ross narrates his struggles with ADHD, addiction, and self-identity, and how he overcame them. His story offers insights into the perils of addiction, the significance of support systems, and the power of faith and transformation. Hoste…

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Jesus Loves Addicts - Trailer 4:51

6M ago4:51

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Hosted by: Paul Del Giudice and Kathryn Kihyet Beatty Produced by: Home of GraceBy Home of Grace

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Cheat Days and Cheating: Monogamy is HARD with Margaret Brewer 55:21

2y ago55:21

55:21

Join me as Margaret Brewer (MSW student) and I discuss the recent swirl of news about famous married men being unfaithful to their wives, and what implications it has for all of us. We talk about the origins of monogamy, the reasons why we stray, what we can do about it, and a surprising amount of baked goods. Private Coaching: Royally Screwed Coac…

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Hyper-Traditional Hypocrites with Lekeisha Jones, CSC 56:07

2y ago56:07

56:07

Listen in as certified Sex Coach LeKeisha Jones and I discuss how society tries to convince us to shove others (and ourselves) into restrictive boxes. We share several stories of people trying to do that to us, talk about why the people who push the hardest for "traditional" relationship roles should be approached with caution (and for different re…

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Pubes, Pits, and Pedo-staches with Katarzyna Zoltak and Jacee Niblett 51:24

2y ago51:24

51:24

Join me in our first-ever panel discussion with my friends Katarzyna (Kasia) Zoltak and Jacee Niblett, where we discuss everything we can think of around body hair: where it comes from, what is it good for, the ways we are told that it "should" look whether we want it to or not, and what you can do about it. Along the way, we talk about our own ins…

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Talk Dirty to Me with Aubrey Moore, CSC 53:42

2y ago53:42

53:42

Join me as newly certified sex coach Aubrey Moore and I talk about talking about sex. Specifically, why we often have a hard time talking about our bodies or what we want, some of the roots to why that may be, and what you can do to overcome that! We also share anecdotes from our upbringing, and talk about some of our particular dirty words that we…

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OOOH NO: The Orgasm Gap with Emily Claiborne 45:29

2y ago45:29

45:29

Join my childhood friend Emily Claiborne and me as we discuss our personal experiences with faking orgasms, the societal causes behind why 55% of men but only 4% of women report an orgasm their first time with a new partner, and what you can do to not be just another statistic. Rescources mentioned: Becoming Cliterate Come As You Are Anatomy of Ple…

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