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Erotic Awakening

Welcome to the Erotic Awakening Podcast! Since 2009, we've brought you this informative and entertaining exploration of all things erotic. From sacred sexuality to fetishes, Power Exchange and polyamory, BDSM to erotic spirituality, non standard relationships to alternative love styles, as well as simply fun kink. Over the years we've grown to be a community supported and focused podcast for people like us – those who seek an alternative expression for intimacy, authentic growth and well being.
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Episodes

EA194 - 50 Shades of Grey realistically

This week, a special edition of Erotic Awakening as Dan & dawn are joined by Barak & Sheba as well as 6 more people in a roundtable discussion regarding the book “50 Shades Of Grey”. But what makes this discussion different is that everyone who joins us is actually involved in the BDSM & Kink community in real time. In other words, we’ve all done what you read in ’50 Shades’. We discuss what E. L. James got right…and what she got wrong. How realistic this book is and if anyone really...

Jun 27, 20121 hr 2 min

EA193 - Formally Ms

This week, join Dan and dawn as they discuss how real time 24/7 power exchange relationships can be strengthened and enhanced by including some formal time - and interacting with others in a formal manner. Plus, our question of the day comes from a listener who wants to know if there is a conflict for dawn between being a clergy person and a slave. Plus, we ramble around about this and that. And we are excited to be back on the air!

Jun 22, 201245 min

EA192 - Processing and Pushing the Edge

Dark fantasies and our own desires can be a challenge, whether we are on the receptive or giving side. Lee looks at two of his recent scenes, and examines his own processing systems and challenges you to do the same. Along the way he discusses energy bodies, identity, asking for our needs, changes in bodies after illness, and more. Links Mentioned: Sexual Fantasy Post: https://fetlife.com/users/24336/posts/679265 Events Mentioned: ShibariCon (May 25-28): http://www.shibaricon.com/ Dark Odyssey: ...

Jun 19, 201232 min

EA191 - BSing in front of a live studio audience

This month, join Barak & Sheba in a special live recording in front of an audience at Power Exchange Summit 2012! This episode feature Barak & Sheba taking questions asked by the attendees with a primary topic of tell us about Barak & Sheba! Questions include: Would you prefer Brat Sheba to be more submissive? What is something that even Barak and Sheba would like to have at an event…but that they won’t Is Sheba a good team member? Slapped in the face with a … moose…well, you’ll have...

Jun 05, 201230 min

EA190 - Loving Power Exchange

This week, Dan & dawn discuss love in a power exchange relationship. Do you need it? Does love temper power exchange? Is love power? What about service for the sake of service? Plus - we find out who Dan & dawn admire; when COPE tickets go on sale; and listener love...

May 28, 201246 min

EA189 - Ponies and Puppies and Kitties, oh my

From cart pulling to getting cuddly, crotch sniffing to horse tails (and tales, in front of his mother), Lee introduces us into his world of animal roleplaying. Find your intent, debate your type of animal, and while you’re here, let’s see Lee blush a little too. Join us for a whinnying good ride! Links Mentioned: Bare! True Stories of Sex, Desire and Romance - http://barestories.wordpress.com A Pony Away (the story I told at Bare!) - http://passionandsoul.com/prose/a-pony-away The Ultimate Guid...

May 23, 201237 min

EA188 - How to be a bottom

On this weeks show, dawn talks about what it takes to be a good bottom, including topping from the bottom and having a spotter! Plus, a new album by Pocket Universe, the Leather Archives and Museum, and the fantastic Galleria Domain 2.

May 18, 201220 min

EA187 - Polyamory

This week, Dan & dawn are joined by Karen of Poly Columbus and Polyanna of Looking Through Us, leaders of the local polyamory community, in a discussion of…Polyamory! Plus, our question of the day addresses how people in power exchange relationships argue. And! Galleria Domain 2; Dom pamporium; Glitter Farts; naughty office pictures; and a chance for a hardship package for Power Exchange Summit.

May 12, 201255 min

EA186 - BSing with a cute little blush

Barak & Sheba are back in the studio and answering questions! Like... ~ How do you separate BDSM and sex? Or...do you? ~ Can you be too nice to be a Dom? ~ I'm new but I don't like rope or that extreme stuff...how do I let people know? ~ Playing with my new top, he left marks and felt guilty. How do I convince him I want MORE marks? Plus! Bring it home hot! Masterbating on a Harley; guess who has a birthday? and an unwrapping fetish; genital piercings as a lesh; who is the mystery man? You'v...

May 09, 201244 min

EA185 - Growth in a Power Exchange Relationship

This week, Dan & dawn discuss the type of growth individuals encounter in a total power exchange relationship. The talk about empowerment, being set up for success, the learning process (and unlearning old relationships tactics), and much more! Plus! Tweets, Sirius FM, calls about blow jobs, Kinko de Mayo, and an Eros Gathering .

May 03, 201240 min

EA184 - Touching Beyond Gender

On this special edition of Erotic Awakening, Cheri Michaels, Lady Lyn d Pomona, and Julian are joined by Raven Kaldera, Joshua Tenpenny, and Ruth as they explore the Touching Beyond Gender gathering. The gathering included a number of workshops on gender and sexuality. The group talks about topics including the theory and practical of being a sacred prostitute, rituals with energy aware people, therapeutic experience, the experience of gender, and more.

Apr 26, 201223 min

EA183 - M s Hodgepodge

On this weeks show, Dan & dawn talk about running a Power Exchange House, and some of the issues encountered when you run a TPE group.

Apr 20, 201225 min

EA182 - Solo Sex, Rough Sex, Connective Sex

Join Lee Harrington as he discusses rough sex, connective sex and solo sex as valid forms of erotic expression. Along the way we will look at enemas, masturbation, poly mathematics, safer sex, negotiation styles… and share a few pieces of poetic smut. From partners to lovers to loving ourselves, this week’s podcast is a journey into authentic erotic exploration. Episode notes: Lee’s Pagan and Poetry Website: http://www.TempleOracle.com Sample Negotiation Form by Jay Wiseman: http://www.evilmonk....

Apr 16, 201232 min

EA181 - Tips for Lovers

On this episode, Dan & dawn share some simple tips for lovers, and then are joined by Rob Alex, author of Sexy Challenges - Sacred and Sensual Experiences for Lovers who gives us 50 more! But don’t forget about the horsecock, lunch with Roger and Badbunny, getting into Barak & Sheba’s head, cuckqueen once more, and more!

Apr 12, 201243 min

EA180 - BSing with a strange and sour face

Turn the tables on Barak & Sheba - they take questions live about them as we explore what made them into they kinky people they have become! Coming in June - http://powerexchangesummit.org/event/schedule/beyondtheclasses/ ----------- On this show, Barak & Sheba record from St. Louis and handle questions, including those that were asked while they were teaching at Beat Me in St. Louis ! Questions like: ‘Is it ok to be a bratty sub?’ and dealing with peer pressure What is veto power in a p...

Apr 02, 201230 min

EA179 - Hedonism

This week, Dan & dawn talk to Julian Wolf about hedonism! Plus, Twisted Tryst; is Fetlife more harm than good?(Feel free to friend dawn - dansarani or me - chg2winter on Fetlife) and a ring tone in a large meeting might be a problem…

Mar 29, 201242 min

EA178 - Cuckold

This week, Dan and dawn talk to Demo & Ron on cuckolding! Plus, play party etiquette, 1 star ratings, judging at GLLA, tag clouds, Kink U, and podcast listeners traveling from Texas to Canada stop by and break bread!

Mar 23, 201247 min

EA177 - Thou Art Divine

In this month’s podcast, Lee is deeply touched by an essay by Foxfetch in a new anthology, and shares his reflections on transsexual deities. Along the way he opens up to the world his journey through gender, from queer to bi-gendered to transgendered to transsexual… to perfection and back to gender identity challenges. Join Lee as he reflects on divinity, creation myths, the shapes of universal power, and gives you a glimpse into how he processes it all- through tears, poetry and passion. Episo...

Mar 19, 201234 min

EA176 - Looking for a slave

This week, Dan & dawn talk about finding a slave - what do you look for? What does Dan look for? What should a slave do to be ready? Anything? How about we put together a slave resume? Plus, we discuss submissive shams, enjoy our pictures from girlie, wait for our Horsecock to be delivered at Beat Me in St Louis, and talk about our Mad Libs that we posted. And news about Power Exchange Summit - sponsored by great people like you! Links! Sweet Surrender Blog - http://kitty-sweetsurrender.blog...

Mar 15, 201252 min

EA175 - BS'ing on the high seas

On this episode, Barak & Sheba record from a cruise liner as they return from international voyage! They answer questions on how they relax after an event, as well as how to tell if people you meet are kinky or not. Plus, french kissing dolphins, enormous breast that have good energy, the shocker vs the Spocker, getting hit by a sugar truck, and Sheba proclaims that None Shall Pass!

Mar 05, 201231 min

EA174 - Sacred Slut

On this weeks episode, Dan & dawn are joined by Barak & Sheba to discuss slut play…in a sacred and cherished way. Plus, a brand new Erotic Awakening Live experience is coming your way! Invisible boobies? And does this episode comes from you internationally?

Mar 02, 201235 min

EA173 - Janet Hardy is a Girlfag

This week, Dan and dawn talk to Janet Hardy about her new project, “Girlfag: A Life Told in Sex and Musicals” Plus, the Question of the Day is a fantastic one about self image in the scene - can a big girl come out and play? Can it be a healing journey? And, disappointed by the lack of freezing to death, return from Canada with fudge, coffee cups, a very special ringtone, and looking for friends in London.

Feb 24, 201252 min

EA172 - Ask a slut panel

Join LadyFish as she interviews, roasts and otherwise harasses BigBadJim, Tillie, and Lee Harrington at the Westward Bound 2012 formal dinner Ask A Slut panel. From fears in slutdom to sluttiest moments, boot sluts to art sluts, laughter and slutyness to serious slut stories, the slut is ON! Come hear how they roll in the British Columbia kinkdom. Episode Notes The players: Big Bad Jim – https://fetlife.com/bigbadjim Tillie – https://fetlife.com/Estrellada Lee Harrington – https://fetlife.com/Pa...

Feb 21, 20121 hr 11 min

EA171 - Dungeon

On this episode, Dan & dawn share about favorite dungeons! From "home improvments" styles to big events, what makes a dungeon fun to play in - or not so much fun. We start off with a review of the Modern Dungeon Quarterly magazine! Plus, our question of the day involves is it ok to wear a lesh to a party if it is only for fetish sake? Plus, we go to school, we get breast, and we offer an international offer! Links? Sure! Modern Dungeon Quarterly can be found at http://moderndungeonquarterly....

Feb 17, 201247 min

EA170 - MS QA 3

This week, Dan & dawn catch up on questions regarding power exchange relationships...and actually provide some answers (and opinons and rants and wild tangents)! When can you claim to be a "Dom"? What is the importance of a collar? And more! They also speak with Nick, one of the great people behind TransCampOut! Plus! Eros Gathering, secret messages, Adult nursing, guess who got married, and dawn gets pleasured with a tentacle finger!

Feb 09, 20121 hr

EA169 - BSing with duct tape

On this episode, Barak and Sheba give us a post event break down, only a few hours after wrappening up three days of Winter Wickedness. Plus, Barak kisses and tells, Sheba indulges her sadist, dungeon bitches, Doug the Donkey Dong, screaming pain into a who-who, leaping Dread Pirates, filming for the Kink Academy, and "if the shoe fits...buy it in 3 or more colors".

Feb 06, 201227 min

EA168 - Uniforms

This week, Dan & dawn interview Deus on Uniform play! Plus, a REALLY BIG ANNOUNCEMENT, specifically for Erotic Awakening podcast listeners - one week before we go public, we tell you about Power Exchange Summit! , a three day event for people in and interested in Power Exchange Relationships...presented by Dan & dawn! Links mentioned in the show http://themarshalsbaton.com/ http://www.militariacollection.com/ http://www.worldmilitaria.com/newsite/index.html http://www.tridentmilitary.com...

Feb 03, 20121 hr 4 min

EA167 – Transformation

This week, Sir Top takes you along the journey after a very successful chest surgery, sharing thoughts, feelings, emotions and excitement with this most important change in life. Comments? Suggestions? Questions? Write us at dananddawn@eroticawakening.com , read our blog right here (http://www.eroticawakening.com), or visit our discussion group in Fetlife by clicking here (fetlife account required)...

Jan 24, 201236 min

EA166 - A spanking a spanking

This week, Dan & dawn talk about spanking this week! Getting started, technique, styles, and why it is the easy way to get started into erotic pain play. Plus, an interview with the amazing Jack Rinella, where they discuss his new novel, "The Dionysian Alliance - A Novel of Sex, Religigion and Murder" Plus, free ticket for TransCampOut! Free you say? I do, I do! Comments? Suggestions? Questions? Write us at dananddawn@eroticawakening.com

Jan 20, 201255 min

EA165 - Sacred Sexual Shamanism, Fire and Connection

This week, Lee Harrington chats with O on Sacred Sexual Shamanism, Fire and Connection! O can be found at: https://fetlife.com/users/99790 Links! Sacred Sexuality Beltane - http://turtlehillevents.org/beltane/index.html Dark Odyssey: Fusion - http://www.darkodyssey.com/fusion/ Fires of Venus - http://turtlehillevents.org/firesofvenus/ FetFest - http://fetfest.com/ Lee Harrington contact information: http://www.PassionAndSoul.com http://www.FetLife.com/passionandsoul http://twitter.com/#!/Passion...

Jan 16, 201235 min
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