Do men want sex more than women? Do they actually bond with their partners less? Let's dive into some myths about men, as dismantling them makes sex way better (for all of us). Support this podcast and get a discount at getmaude.com with code BIRNA10 Check out my sex ed courses: beyondthebedroom.org Book a session with me: birna.net
Scottie Jeanette joins me on Trans Day of Visibility to shed light on coming out as trans after years of a gut-wrenching journey. Check out her TedX Talk, books, and more on https://www.zuzubean.com/ Join me in celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility by checking out glaad.org/transgender/resources or matching my donation to Sylvia Rivera Law Project. Contact me at birna.net Check out my free ten-day program at beyondthebedroom.org...
I chat with artist and breakout OF star Susie Stellar about pussy eating, polyamory, the politics of squirting, and more - you don’t want to miss this juicy episode! Her Links: Twitter, onlyfans , and TikTok (google Susie Stellar for more) Shop Maude with 10% off with BIRNA10 Check out my free ten-day program and more sex ed at beyondthebedroom.org Play free couples games here...
What happens at pelvic floor physical therapy? BTW- you can now watch this episode on youtube! I'll also chat about if penis size really matters, what my male clients are dealing with, and the latest sex ed drama here in Iceland (we need a "real housewives" show here stat). Use my code BIRNA10 at getmaude.com for a discount on something juicy.
We can't always predict the future, but sometimes it's good to take off those rose-tinted glasses and see those warning signs. I open up about red flags I regret not noticing, along with some things to look out for in your own behavior! 10-day program: Beyond the Bedroom Book a session with me: birna.net BIRNA10 at Maude: getmaude.com Foria Wellness sex cbd: Use this link Free couple's game: BB Games...
Worst first date stories, hooking up with exes, and sex toy advent calendars? Plus, a HUGE announcement at the end of the episode with my husband! BIRNA10 at Maude Shop Foria here Play couples' games here, beyondthebedroomgames.com Book a session with me: birna.net...
Everything you want to know about boobie pleasure- with a special guest, Mal! Does breastfeeding change your nipple pleasure desires? How much sensation should I feel in my nipples? Why do men get left out of the nipple pleasure convo? When should I get a breast exam? Listen to this week's episode for some insight on all things chest pleasure. Cultural commentator Mal can be found on ig @malcolmaldrich Shop Foria with my affiliate link here Shop Maude: use code BIRNA10 Instagram: @bbirna Reach o...
The sexiest episode ever? I'm talking all things dirty talk this week! What matters more: what we say or how we say it? How do I find my sex voice? Plus, I share the phrases that give me butterflies... This week's homework is juicy, I promise. Shop Maude Beyond the Bedroom Games Birna.net
Can you have sex with a ghost? What is a succubus? I share some spooky sex fetishes, find a book about demon sex on amazon, share my listeners' Halloween sex stories... along with my own personal experience with a set of vampire fangs. Use code BIRNA10 at getmaude. com Check out Beyond the Bedroom Games Book me or sub to the mailing list here: Birna.net...
Season 3 of Beyond the Bedroom is more personal, edgy, and way more... me. Does the clitoris really have 8000 nerve endings? Is my fantasy normal? What even happens at a kink class? Use my code BIRNA10 to shop at Maude (product mentioned: Rise Plus) Play online at Beyond the Bedroom Games Book a session with me at birna.net...
Bonus content! I play 10 minutes of a bonus. I talk about my journey through Masturbation May so far, discuss the results from the Instagram polls, and give some advice on how to talk about self-touch. Check out more of my work on my site or my Instagram @beyondbedroompodcast
What did this week’s poll questions have in common? They’re common topics often left out of traditional sex ed models but are so vital for young adults (and everyone) to learn. Voting in the poll isn’t a prerequisite for listening, I’ll go over the results and share how I voted along with my input. Shop Maude with my code BIRNA10 for a discount and to support the podcast. Resources are all listed in this week’s show notes, available on my site here . Check out my work at Birna.net and @beyondbed...
Do you have go-to moves for oral? Have you been on medications that affected your arousal? Have you thought about someone else during sex? I review the results of these questions I posed to my audience and more, while I reveal how I voted with some sex-educator advice. Use my code BIRNA10 at Maude to support. For show notes and links head to birna.net/podcast or click here....
Bonus episode this week! I have written and organized so much for sex workers' rights, it's about time I record an episode about it- and I couldn't think of a better time than now, as I respond to Iceland's national discourse and debate about onlyfans. Main takeaway: if you are against sex work, provide compassion and resources and listen to sex workers' demands. Resources listed: Thriving in Sex Work by Lola Davina, my reading list on birna.ne t, and you can use my code BIRNA10 for Maude here...
It's time for hot topics again! This week, I asked my audience to vote on a series of questions tackling intimacy. Do you find giving and receiving equally as pleasurable? Do you zone out during intimacy? Doing it on the counter: hot or not? I add my own two cents along with some personal experiences as I discuss the results. Use code BIRNA10 for 10% off of your purchase at Maude, click here to shop ! Check me out on Instagram, @beyondbedroompodcast...
Instagram killed the podcast star. RIP bbirna, but you can keep up with my antics @ beyondbedroom podcast on Instagram. I’m hoping to get my account back, but in this unfiltered and unedited episode, I chat about censorship, FOSTA/SESTA, and why the F my IG was taken down. Use code BIRNA10 for 10% your entire order on Maude: getmaude.com Check out my site birna.net to sign up for my newsletter...
What is your favorite sex scene? In this episode, I chat with Chelsey, an intimacy coordinator and sex educator in training, about what really goes down behind the scenes. We discuss what intimacy coordination or coaching is (and isn’t!), what they feel is missing from the industry, and even dissect our favorite steamy scenes. To find out more about Chelsey, head to mxcmorgan.com and for more on me, head to birna.net
Released in time for Valentine's Day, but applicable all year round... I'm chatting about love languages. I'll go into the history of the term, the science behind it, and how each love language applies to your sex life. Yes, this episode of Beyond the Bedroom goes backward (but isn't that always more fun?) as I give some tips on how each way to express love can show up under the sheets. Check out some bonus personal content on Patreon.com/bbirna and get in touch with me @bbirna on IG.
For this episode, I put my lab coat back on as I go into the science behind the effects of cannabis and the ways in which it can impact our sex lives. I'll review what your cannabinoid system does, what the deal is with CBD lube, and why there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Check out patreon.com/bbirna to hear bonus content (scandalous story!! lol, my personal experiences with weed). As always, you can get in touch on my website birna.net or on my Instagram @bbirna
This week, I have my friend Mal (they/them) on the show to discuss the connections between modern relationships and social media. Have you ever looked up a potential date's social media? What were you looking for? We delve into these questions plus topics like jealousy, catfishing, and more. This is my first episode after launching my Patreon, so go show some love. If you want to check it out, head to patreon.com/bbirna or my website, birna.net to show your support and gain access to exclusive c...
Beyond the Bedroom is back for Season 2! I'll be chatting about some of the realizations I've made while stepping back from my work for a few weeks. My husband joins the chat as we give our (unofficial) review for clone-a-willy (yes! I did.... clone his dick). This season digs into some deeper issues, includes some great guests, and I share even more about my own sexual liberation. If you'd like to check out more of my work head to birna.net or my Instagram @bbirna
So many of us have an urge to assess the needs of others and tend to them before we consider our own. This can show up in so many ways in a relationship and really impact your satisfaction. So how do we combat this? I’ll dive into my own journey with codependency and people-pleasing, along with some practical advice to combat it both in the bedroom (and beyond). To submit questions or suggestions head to birna.net or my Instagram @bbirna
In this new series, I explore the lies we’ve been told about the vagina, whether from old wives' tales or internet trends. Lie number one: "all and any vaginal odor is bad". I break down what vaginal odor really is, how to get out of hypervigilance mode, and the culprits behind this myth that perpetuate purity. This episode is for everyone, not just those with vaginas (busting myths can help the stigma!). To check out more of my work head to Birna.net , or on my Instagram @bbirna....
Shame is the basis of stigma, which can lead to violence or oppression. It sounds like a heavy topic, but I promise I’ll keep it as light as I can, as I share some of my favorite ways to deal with sex-negative haters online. We might repress healthy conversations about sex because we’re embarrassed, ashamed, or clueless when it comes to what is the right info to give. I’ll go into the social aspects of how shame shows up in people’s sex lives, along with some recommendations on how to combat it ...
Happy Halloween! Ghosts tend to be the center of attention this time around, so it's the perfect time to talk about relationship ghosting. When is it okay to do, and is there a way to avoid it? Also, I’m a firm believer you’re never too old to dress up, so I’ll be chatting about costumes and the psychology behind sexual roleplay. I asked my wonderful audience for some fun stories about these topics that I’ll share at the end. If you want keep up with more of my work head to birna.net or reach ou...
Part 2 of the Q&A dives a little deeper into relationship issues, what do to if your libido doesn’t match up, what toys are best for someone after bottom surgery, and more. If you want to ask a question or learn more head to my site birna.net or follow me on Instagram @bbirna and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast to help others find it!
Hands down, my favorite thing to do as a sex educator is to answer some interesting and personal questions. In part one I tackle some “am I normal” questions, and I give some advice on bringing up anal, help a lesbian who isn’t into oral, and what to do if your partner is embarrassed by your kinks. If you want to ask a question or learn more head to my site birna.net or follow me on Instagram @bbirna
Content Warning: I do mention sexual assault in this episode (I remind you right before I go into it). This episode sheds light on my own experience growing up realizing I wasn't straight, and how this has shaped my life. I discuss topics like compulsory heterosexuality, coming into your queerness, and how bi-erasure is prevalent in both spaces. If you want to support my work, head to birna.net or follow me on Instagram @bbirna.
What counts as sex? What's the deal with the body count? How are these things related? In episode two, I investigate what goes into people's individual definitions of sex as I encourage my audience to rewrite the rules when it comes to intimacy. This episode is more geared toward men than my usual work (not exclusive to cis men though!) and includes some talking points for the guys in your life you care about. Head to my website birna.net/podcast to find the free journal for episode two. Follow ...
If you’re worried about your belly while on top, you’re not alone. Every decade, a new unattainable body ideal is being sold to us, and these cultural messages can get in our heads and start to chip away at our self-worth. Birna sheds light on her role as a sexuality educator along with providing some insight on her own journey from disordered eating to self-compassion. A few weeks back, she posted an open-ended question about when people feel the most and least self-conscious and she goes over ...
