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Fun Parts

Becky Patton, Latifah Alattas, Ashley Leusink, Luke Brawner, Steve Wiensfunpartspodcast.com
Fun Parts is a conversation exploring the relationship between sexuality and spirituality, hosted by Becky Patton, Latifah Alattas, Ashley Leusink, Steve Wiens, and Luke Brawner.
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Episodes

Porn: An Opportunity and a Portal

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke take a deeper look at the effects of pornography on the minds and lives of individuals, couples, and communities. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Lat...

Apr 14, 202150 minSeason 2Ep. 7

The Great Repression

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke again discuss what happens when the culture within which a person is raised allows and encourages shame rather than education to inform consent. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Pat...

Apr 07, 202140 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Body Shame and Should-ing Ourselves

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke talk about their bodies, their shame, and the important difference between nakedness and nudity. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at p...

Mar 31, 202144 minSeason 2Ep. 5

[EXTENDED SCENE] "Take Me Into You"

Becky, Latifah, Ashley, and Steve explore the Eucharist through the lens of sacred intimacy as opposed to violence or sacrifice. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.c...

Mar 30, 20218 min

[OUTTAKE] Even Machines

An outtake from a recent episode of Fun Parts, in which Steve Wiens is interrupted by an aggressive and inconsiderate espresso machine. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , moda...

Mar 29, 202153 sec

[AFTER DARK] Nakedness, Readiness, Hormones, and Logic

In this edition of Fun Parts After Dark, Becky, Ashley, Steve, and Luke respond to a listener question about how to know if one is ready to have sex. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagec...

Mar 26, 20219 min

Fighting Against the River

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke talk about what it means to be in touch with your body, to cling to former versions of yourself, physically and spiritually, and more importantly, different ways of moving forward. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and In...

Mar 24, 202150 minSeason 2Ep. 4

[AFTER DARK] Sex Toys and Giggles

In this edition of Fun Parts After Dark, Becky, shares her Top 5 Sex Toys with Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke in response to a listener-submitted question. To be abundantly clear, she shares a list of the toys, not the toys themselves. That would be... just no. RECOMMENDATIONS Vibrators: Womanizer Pro40 SENDRY Wand Massager BuzzFeed AirVibe Lubricants: Aloe Cadabra Natural Personal Lube AH! YES OB - Natural Plant Oil Based Personal Lubricant Sweet Almond Oil - not with condoms Avocado Oil - no...

Mar 19, 202115 min

Intimate With-ness

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke talk about penises, erections, shame, intimacy, and what it means to be truly vulnerable with another person. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah...

Mar 17, 202147 minSeason 2Ep. 3

[AFTER DARK] Humanity, Intimacy, and Porn

In this edition of Fun Parts After Dark, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke respond to a question about how to think about and discuss porn within the context of intimate (or potentially intimate) relationships. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more ...

Mar 12, 202113 min

Breasts (and Feelings)

In this episode, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke explore the various names by which people refer to breasts and the various feelings people have about them. Mentioned in this episode: Moda Spira - "Bang" The Wim Hof Method EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram...

Mar 10, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 2

[AFTER DARK] Different Strokes for Different Folks

In this inaugural edition of Fun Parts After Dark, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke discuss how couples can enjoy life-giving intimacy despite having different needs sexually. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton....

Mar 05, 202121 min

Desire and Divine Lemon Water

In this, the first episode of Season 2, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke come together again to explore the nature of desire, share their earliest sexual memories, and set the tone for the rest of the second season! EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn...

Mar 03, 202148 minSeason 2Ep. 1

[THREESOME] Permission to Question, with Micah Witham

In this special Threesome bonus episode, Becky Patton and Luke Brawner hop on a call with Pastor Micah Witham to hear how he chooses to lead his congregation into the often unfamiliar territory of openly discussing sexuality and spirituality in their community. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun ...

Feb 26, 202143 min

[EXTENDED SCENE] Lessons From the Hot Tub

A fun, extended scene from the first recording session of Season 2. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.com Connect with Ashley at jesusandgin.com Buy Steve's books a...

Feb 24, 20212 min

[THREESOME] One Trans Story, with Dr. Jaime Beuerlein

In our first ever Threesome bonus episode, our very own Latifah Alattas and Steve Wiens sit down with Dr. Jaime Beuerlein to hear her story and perspective on sexuality and spirituality living as a post-evangelical trans woman. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! ...

Feb 19, 202145 min

Coming Together Again

Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke gather together to reflect back on Season 1, look ahead to Season 2, and share about all the ways life has changed between seasons. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear La...

Feb 17, 202148 min0

[QUICKIE] Clitoris

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the magical, mysterious, pleasure-loving clitoris. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.com Connect with Ashley at jesusandgin....

Oct 02, 20203 min

The Afterglow

In this, the final episode of Fun Parts Season 1, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke discuss the ideas they're leaving behind, and those they're carrying forward as this journey continues. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at b...

Sep 30, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 9

[QUICKIE] Vibrators

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about various types of vibrators and techniques for using them to explore and enjoy your body or your partner's body. RECOMMENDATIONS The Womanizer (Swirling) LESUMI Personal Wand Massager with Memory (Pulsing) EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook...

Sep 25, 20203 min

Breeze, Water, and Ashes

In this episode of Fun Parts, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke discuss the relationship between our bodies and souls, the ways in which trauma is stored inside, and some of the therapeutic resources and experiences that have helped to bring healing. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts...

Sep 23, 202046 minSeason 1Ep. 8

[QUICKIE] Orgasms

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the ways in which Science falls short in characterizing the glorious, mysterious, sometimes elusive orgasm. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxv...

Sep 18, 20202 min

The Sacred Breast and the Warmth of a Needed Flame

In this episode of Fun Parts, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke discuss their sexual influences, the ordinary nature of the sacred, and the necessary redefining of the word 'sexual'. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckyp...

Sep 16, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 7

[QUICKIE] Curiosity

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the importance of meeting children in their curiosity, and exploring their questions about sex and sexuality. LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.com Connect with Ashley at jesusandgin.com Buy Steve's books and hear his podcast at stevewiens.com Hear Luke's music at lukebrawner.com And hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at ...

Sep 11, 20202 min

Concentric Circles

WARNING - This episode contains references to sexual abuse and religious trauma, which may be difficult for some listeners. In this episode of Fun Parts, Becky, Latifah, Ashley, Steve, and Luke share stories of the variety of ways they've seen the purity culture narrative play out in their lives and the lives of others. They also begin to explore healthy ways to enter into dialogue with children and teenagers about sex. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed...

Sep 09, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 6

[QUICKIE] Delight

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the delight we experience, by design, in our nakedness. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.com Connect with Ashley at jesusan...

Sep 04, 20202 min

Abstinence, Monogamy, Marriage, and Wholeness

WARNING - This episode contains references to sexual abuse and religious trauma, which may be difficult for some listeners. In this episode of Fun Parts, Becky, Latifah, Steve, and Luke continue digging into the second pillar of their conversation, "Sex is good," and discuss the various ideas and messages about sex and abstinence that have arisen from purity culture. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced...

Sep 02, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 5

[QUICKIE] Sex Ed

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the sex education we SHOULD have received as kids, and that we could offer kids today. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatton.com Hear Latifah's music at pagecxvi.com , modaspira.com...

Aug 28, 20202 min

History, Science, and Helpful Revelations

WARNING - This episode contains references to sexual abuse and religious trauma, which may be difficult for some listeners. In this episode of Fun Parts, Becky, Latifah, Steve, and Luke discuss the concept of "genitalia history," the comfort that comes through physical touch, and the actual chemistry of discomfort around sexual dialogue. EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional...

Aug 26, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 4

[QUICKIE] Kegels

Becky Patton shares a quickie tip about the importance of exercising your pelvic floor, doing exercises called "kegels." RESOURCES Click here to learn more about kegels! Or, maybe here! EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner Artwork designed by Alan Leusink Segment jingles composed and produced by Latifah Alattas Additional music licensed through Blue Dot Sessions LINKS Be sure to follow and tag Fun Parts on Facebook and Instagram ! Learn more about Becky Patton at beckypatt...

Aug 21, 20202 min
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