You’re invited to our puppy pile! On ep 160 of American Sex Podcast, Amp Somers from Watts the Safeword joins us to talk puppy play. This episode is your ultimate pup resource! Find out exactly why so many people enjoy this role-play plus learn what kind of gear you need, how to join community & who’s welcome, how consent works when your words are barks, dynamics between pup and handler, switching as a puppy, similarities in role-playing other animals and primal kink, public play and when it...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Have an idea for a new sex toy design but no clue how to actually produce it? Let this conversation with Glenise Kinard-Moore be your inspiration! A couple of years ago Glenise was an average person with an off-the-cuff idea and today she’s the founder of the lifestyle tech startup, SkiiMoo. Her flagship product, VDOM, isn’t only a pleasure tool, it's also a groundbreaking gender-affirming prosthetic made for the LGBTQ+ community. Glenise walks us through the process of starting with zero backgr...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 159
The word “manipulation” has a very negative connotation. But is all manipulation abusive? Does it always have the potential to undermine consent? On ep 158 of American Sex Podcast Kitty Stryker joins us to analyze how manipulation shows up in sex, relationships, and kink. It turns out we manipulate a lot more than we realize and sometimes it can be for noble intentions. But what differentiates positive manipulation from abuse? We discuss what manipulation red flags to look for when vetting poten...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 158
Syphilis is making a comeback. In the last 4 years cases have increased by 81%. On Ep 157 of American Sex Podcast Danarama joins us to talk about syphilis past and present. Learn about the stages of this disease, how it’s treated, and how to protect yourself. Plus its long and tragic history, from its start coinciding with the genocide against the Indigenous Peoples in the Americas right up through today. Dan tells us about notable figures throughout history stricken with the disease and how it ...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 157
Did you know the average person has 13 secrets? On episode 156 of American Sex Podcast, Therapist Kate Loree joins us to examine the role secrets play in our lives. Find out: When are secrets good? When are they bad? How can we tell the difference? What does keeping secrets do to our relationships? Our friendships? Our physical and emotional selves? When should we reveal our secrets? And is telling others always a positive thing? What about people that just can’t stop keeping secrets even when t...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 156
Ep 155 of American Sex Podcast explores the intersection of gaming, BDSM roleplaying, and healing. Guest, therapist Nicki Line, uses TTRPGs like Dungeons & Dragons in her practice. Learn how playing therapeutic games can reveal how you approach relationships, experience anxiety, or become triggered. It’s also a great way to explore hidden parts of ourselves in a safe way without real-world consequences. Some use play to experiment with gender or explore communication obstacles within a polyc...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 15 min
On Ep 154 of American Sex Podcast, trans activist & content creator Rosalynne Montoya tells us about her journey of self-discovery. Seeing real LGBTQ+ people sharing their lives on YouTube was a lifeline for Rose coming of age as the child of a pastor in a conservative town. When she started sharing her own transition journey online, she became a role model for so many people with no transgender and queer representation in their lives. When her social media popularity skyrocketed in so did t...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 17 min
On ep 153 of American Sex Podcast, Kevin Patterson & Dr. Liz Powell talk about the complexities of both finding a therapist knowledgeable about non-normative lifestyles/identities and becoming a therapist who is. Learn why non-monogamous people shy away from therapy, questions to ask practitioners when searching, and how to handle a judgmental or uneducated health professional or coach. Find out if vanilla therapists can ever be a good fit for clients in alt lifestyles, why many therapists d...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 153
Episode 152 of American Sex Podcast is jampacked with tips for fantastic fellatio! In our conversation with Carly S we start with the psychology of BJs-- does viewing it as a dominant or submissive act affect our enjoyment and technique? Also learn important penis anatomy, which lube is best, what to do with the balls, gagging, how to handle foreskin, deep throating tricks, how to combat sore jaw or a small mouth, maneuvering around sharp teeth, spitting vs. swallowing, blowing using barriers, h...
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 21 min
If you think the latest round of internet censorship doesn’t affect you, think again. Social media TOS changes, Visa/MasterCard halting services on Pornhub, and Section 230 being wrapped up in our COVID relief bills affect not only sex censorship but everyone who uses the internet. What happens when sexual assault survivors can't easily search for resources because the word “sex” is no longer permitted on social media? How do LGBTQ+ youth with no one to turn to find support when activists & ...
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Rope bondage can be visually stunning. But many of us leave erotic human macrame to the experts because the prospect of doing it ourselves is so intimidating. Do we need specialty rope, impeccable technique, and the confidence to go with it all? No according to Midori! On Ep 150 of American Sex Podcast Midori guides us through rope bondage for beginners with items we all have at home. Learn about safety, get inspiration for scene ideas, and how to have fun with long-distance bondage play. Midori...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 150
Butt play is for everyone. It doesn’t have a gender or orientation. So many folks are curious but don’t know where to get safe information. Who better to ask than a gay GI doctor who not only knows the medical side of things but is no stranger to butt stuff himself?! On ep 149 of American Sex Podcast, Dr. Carlton tells us everything we need to know about the back door. We discuss enemas, considerations for hemorrhoids and fissures, how to stretch safely, how much is too much, prostate stimulatio...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Whether it’s for long-distance play during quarantine or to replace lost income using sites like Only Fans, more people than ever are using the internet for sex. Many are shocked when their accounts are shut down after using Zoom for a date, storing thirst trap content on Google Drive, or posting PG-13 content on mainstream social media. Why does this happen? In this conversation, Sunny Megatron details the modern history of sexual censorship in the U.S. starting with Miller vs. California in 19...
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 9 min
On episode 147 we talk with Bekah Rose about abuse in the kink community and in kink relationships. How do we most effectively deal with habitual abusers in our spaces? Is it always possible to make room for people that abuse to change and heal? What are the most common types of abuse we see within the kink community? In intimate relationships why is it so hard to spot subtle abusive tactics like gaslighting and emotional manipulation? How can we better support others who are experiencing this? ...
Nov 23, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 147
In the kink world a mindf*ck involves ethically using mental manipulation to bend a bottom’s reality. Whether it’s the subtle twisting of details to enhance a sensory experience or an elaborate rouse akin to an erotic practical joke, minf*cks can greatly enhance kink & role play. On ep 146 Sir Ezra deconstructs this psychological tool. Learn why mindf*cking gets a bad wrap, what steps to follow when executing a mindf*ck, and hear about real-world examples used in kink scenes. We also discuss...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 146
The most popular place to learn about kink is the internet. Social media platforms have become a wealth of BDSM information for newbies and beginners alike. While websites and pop culture have made kink more acceptable and accessible, they are also allowing potentially dangerous misinformation to spread like wildfire. On ep 145 Safiya Darling talks about the plusses and pitfalls of learning about kink in the digital age. We discuss edgeplay activities like knife play & erotic choking, how to...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 145
Age players are not only often misunderstood by those in the vanilla world but even by the kink community. On ep 144 Mako Allen sets the record straight. Age play often involves tapping into a particular state of mind and vulnerability and he explains why this is so appealing. We discuss if and how age play might be tied to rewriting childhood trauma, the existence of dominant littles, what benefits those playing the role of a big enjoy, and diaper play, plus Mako tells us about his personal jou...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 144
What does it mean to be a switch in BDSM? This week Queen Ana Algos brings us into the world of switching. We talk about switch erasure--some people think switches don’t exist, they’re just confused doms and subs that haven’t picked a side yet, or that they aren’t really good at topping or bottoming because their heart is never really in it. Ana busts these myths and a lot more. Learn about switch drop, why cis men have a harder time indulging their switchy side, how to overcome switch imposter ...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 143
After more than six months our COVID situation isn’t getting better. While we may have started this journey as isolation superstars, the need for human contact is growing stronger. Sarah Sloane joins us to talk about how we can date in kinky, polyamorous, and vanilla situations. How do we safely meet new people? How do we assess our COVID risk profile and match it up to others with similar values? How do we reevaluate our own safety precautions to allow a little more social interaction in our li...
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 142
The way we perceive the world physically and mentally has profound effects on our sexuality. Sadly, this is something we rarely talk about. On episode 141 of American Sex Podcast, Catie Osborn discusses ADHD, sex, and BDSM. We cover adult diagnosis, how hormonal changes and menstrual cycle affect ADHD, why kink is appealing to neurodiverse people, how ADHD can affect libido and ability to orgasm, how to negotiate BDSM scenes with neurodiversity in mind, what neurotypical doms need to know to pla...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 141
When we talk about “the kink community” or BDSM as a general practice, it’s assumed these things have the same meaning for everyone. But do they? This conversation explores sex-positive philosophy & BDSM theory as we deconstruct the question, “What is Kink?” It sounds pretty simple but as we peel back the onion layers we find infinite answers. It turns out each of our subjective meanings of “kink” and “the kink community” dictate how we relate to others and our overall sexual experience. Is ...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 140
On episode 139 of American Sex Podcast Luna Matatas explores the practice of CBT (cock & ball torment/torture). She busts testicle torment myths, explains the various reasons people are into it, and describes ways it can be done--from gentle sensuous play to extreme discomfort. Luna also gives excellent tips & ideas for perverting the preciousness of the penis and balls. Learn about cock bondage, CBT tools you can find around your house, and which fancy contraptions the pros use. We also...
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 139
On episode 138 of American Sex Podcast Marla Renee Stewart teaches us the art of teasing and pleasing. Learn about seduction learning styles, which are kind of like love languages for flirting, and how to use them to wow your partners. We talk about why determining consent style is key when flirting with new partners, how to flirt using technology during this time of social distancing, how folks that have trouble reading nonverbal cues can flirt effectively, why it’s important to plant sex seeds...
Aug 24, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 138
On ep 137 of American Sex Podcast, we talk with mother-son duo, Cam & KarenLee Poter of the Sex Talk With My Mom podcast, about what’s happening with our sex lives in 2020. Some of us have lost our libido and others are hypersexual wanting to use every moment to explore new things. KarenLee & Cam tell us how isolation has affected their sex lives plus give tips for relaxing under pressure, opening yourself up to feeling worthy of receiving pleasure, combating the challenges of looking fo...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 137
On episode 136 of American Sex Podcast, we talk about the intersection of race and kink with Luna Matatas and Marla Renee Stewart. Learn how casual and not so casual racism shows up in structural, cultural, and interpersonal contexts in the BDSM scene; if and when the labels Master/slave are appropriate; and if race play is taboo in all contexts. We discuss the hypocrisy of claiming kink spaces are no place for political or racial discussions while appropriating oppressive power dynamics for per...
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 136
What’s it like being the Siskel & Ebert of porn? Find out on ep 135 of American Sex Podcast! Yvette d'Entremont and Alice Vaughn from the Two Girls One Mic podcast tell us how they stumbled into porn reviewing and where it’s taken them. We talk about the plots and details of classic adult films like Behind the Green Door, Deep Throat, and Debbie Does Dallas, plus analyze how well they’ve aged. We dive into porn parodies too like Fap to the future, ET The Extra Testicle, and more. If you’re l...
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 135
On ep 134 of American Sex Podcast, we learn about pelvic pain during sex with Sophia Wise one. Vaginismus isn’t the only condition responsible for painful sex and it can happen to people with penises too. Sophia gives us a fascinating pelvic anatomy lesson, tells us about the many origins of pelvic pain both psychological and trauma-related, gives us tips for connecting and relaxing this part of our bodies, and provides insight on what to do when seeking pelvic floor physical therapy or somatic ...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 134
On ep 133 of American Sex Podcast, we talk with Madison Young about her transformation in the Anthony Bourdain of kink. Madison wrote, directed, produced, and hosted a new kinky travel TV show called Submission Possible. She tells us about the difficulties of filming during a pandemic and delves into the sexual subculture of her first stop on her televised traveling kink journey, New Orleans. We discuss how NOLA’s flavor of sex-positivity differs from other regions; the city has a soulful witchi...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 133
On ep 132 of American Sex Podcast, we talk with Diaperperv. This self-professed diaper boy groupie isn’t into wearing diapers herself, she prefers to play with and discipline those who do. She tells us how omorashi (female urination desperation fetish) lead to her love of watching others wear diapers. Diaperperv explains how her role differs from a typical dominant, how diaper fetishes can differ from ABDL (adult baby diaper lovers), and her experience in the ageplay community. Learn about conve...
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 132
In just a few months OnlyFans newbie, Savannah Solo, catapulted to the top of the platform’s most successful creators list. On episode 131 of American Sex Podcast Savannah explains how her unique mix of comedy and boobs unexpectedly made her a social media sensation. Get insight on the comedic alter egos she plays in her video clips-- like Jim Jim, the stereotypical clueless client, and the 1940s style Katherine Hepburn-esque catty competitors. Savanna also talks about the struggle to keep up wi...
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 131
