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Secular Sexuality

Atheist Community of Austinwww.youtube.com
Secular Sexuality is a weekly call-in show live from Austin, Texas every Thursday at 7pm CT. Call us at 1-512-686-0279. We talk about sex from a secular perspective. Sex and sexuality are natural to all living creatures but religion takes this and twists it into something awful and to be ashamed of.

Acceptance, education, and fun is what we strive for. We lay the intersection of sex and religion (and occasionally ourselves) bare, openly and honestly. We discuss a wide range of topics each week, removing the shame and reclaiming what has been natural to us all along. Secular Sexuality is produced by the Atheist Community of Austin.

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Episodes

#077 - How to deal with election emotions

Many people are expressing deep and strong, even debilitating emotions as a result of the election. In this special episode I wish to give listeners some techniques they can use to reduce their distress, while preparing to move forward in the future. I also talk about the upcoming Recovering from Religion fundraiser on Nov. 20.

Nov 11, 201638 min

#076 - Callie Wright - Transgender discussion

Demystifying transgender sexuality. Callie answers a lot of questions and gives us insight. What is your secondary sexual preference? Do you know what that is? Check your expectations and assumptions! This is an interesting conversation.

Sep 13, 201648 min

#075 - JD Shapiro Movie Producer, Writer, Comedian

JD Shapiro, writer, comedian, producer on such movies as Robin Hood, Men in Tights, Zoolander, and Borat, working with George Lucas, Mel Brooks, Stan Lee, Sasha Baron Cohen, etc. He talks with me about a wide range of topics including sex as a teen, growing up with big sisters - and their friends. Argentina and other places. Needless to say, we had a lot of laughs on this.

Aug 09, 201653 min

#074 - Meet the Twins, BDSM & Poly

We talk with two identical twin women who have been in the BDSM world for over 20 years. They are also in open or poly marriages. A fascinating, detailed discussion.

Jul 19, 20161 hr 22 min

#073 - Sex in Japan, Listener Letters

We talk with Chris, a Canadian who has lived in Japan for over 20 years. He tells us his observations and research on sex in Japan. Why did births plummet in 1966? Why is the pill frowned upon? Also porn and abortion in Japan and the rise of sexlessness.

Jun 21, 201649 min

#072 - Poly Activist & Paradigm Shift

Joreth, a polyamory activist talks with me this week and shares ideas and resources everyone can use. I also talk about sexual paradigm shifts from religious sex to secular sex. Here are some of her resources: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/poly-ish-movie-reviews-by/id994404536?mt=2 http://theinnbetween.net/poly1.html

Jun 05, 201647 min

#071 - Sex Positive Mormon Therapist

Natasha Helfer Parker joins us to talk about being a sex positive, sex therapist and Mormon. How does she deal with her training versus the Church's doctrine? We also read a listener letter and talk about Reason Rally in Washington, DC June 4.

May 23, 201658 min

#070 - 3 Asexual Men

What is it like to be a male asexual. This and other topics are explored with 3 asexual men this week. Its also National Masturbation Month!

May 08, 201656 min

#069 - Christian Sex & Abortion - Sheryl

I talk with a Christian about her abortion as well as her theology, but also about the crazy religious men she has dated and married and all their religious guilt and manipulation. Of course we talk about masturbation as well.

Apr 25, 201650 min

#068 - The Illusion of God's Presence-J Wathey

I am delighted to interview Dr. Jack Wathey, author of an amazing book, The Illusion of God's Presence: The Biological Origins of Spiritual Longing. This is a ground breaking work that needs wide attention. I also read and comment on 3 listener letters. http://www.amazon.com/Illusion-Gods-Presence-Biological-Spiritual/dp/1633880745/ref =sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1460321773&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=JACK+WATHEY...

Apr 10, 201654 min

#067 - Your Sexual Brain-Dr. Veronica Drantz

Just like all bodies are unique, so are all brains. Dr. Veronica Drantz explains why there is so much variety in human sexuality and why our brains simply don't fit into the gender binary.

Mar 28, 20161 hr 2 min

#066 - Asexuality double feature

What about asexuality? We talk with two women about their experience and the myths about asexuality. Then we talk with Gayle Jordan, ED of RecoveringfromReligion.org.

Mar 15, 201645 min

#065 - ExPastor & ExChristian Counselor

Funny and fun interview of a former evangelical, "church planting" minister and partner, who was a Christian counselor tell all. From pretending from the pulpit to gods commandment to fulfill your husband's sexual demands.

Feb 29, 20161 hr 12 min

#064 - Ron Low- ForeskinRestoration

This is a surprising topic on many levels. On the surface it seems a simple topic, underneath it deals with medical incompetence, regaining sexual pleasure, bodily autonomy, mothers making choices about their boys, and so much more. I regret that we even have to have this episode, it shouldn’t even be a discussion. But it is in our culture.

Feb 16, 201649 min

#063 On Abortion Coree & Monique

Two courageous women talk about their abortions. The religious right has learned how to use shame and guilt against women, lets talk out loud about this. Women have a right to bodily autonomy.

Feb 01, 20161 hr 19 min

#062 - Darrel discusses 3 issues

Darrel discusses masturbation in marriage, communication per sexual adventurousness vs security, circumcision and other listener suggested topics.

Jan 21, 201646 min

#061 - Male Circumcision

Male circumcision is seldom discussed and the damage to men has not been acknowledged. Its time for seculars to challenge the myths and let men openly discuss their feelings, if they were affected by this barbaric and unnecessary practice.

Jan 04, 201651 min

#060 - Deaf & Polyamorous & RR

We talk with a deaf and hearing couple about sexual communication with sign language. Also, we talk with Peggy Clancy about her work with the Recovering from Religion Hotline, small groups as a volunteer.

Dec 20, 201556 min

#059 - SexPartners in WebCamming

Kiitty (yes that's spelled right) and Tamer talk with me about their webcam partnership, not talking about religion with a dildo in her, feminism, having 10,000 people watch her with another girl, dick pics, and so much more.

Nov 30, 20151 hr 7 min

#058 - The Bonobo Way - Dr Susan Block

The amazing Dr. Susan Block talks with us about her sex therapy practice, her famous and long running show and Bonobos and what they can teach us.

Nov 23, 201556 min

#057 - Teen Sexuality in Germany

Marta Pena joins me to talk about growing up as a teen in Germany. Sex education is REALLY different there. Also, she compares US and German attitudes towards boobs, among other things.

Nov 16, 201540 min

#056 - Bill Zingrone- College Textbooks

Professor and all round interesting guy, Bill Zingrone talks about the good science that is now taught in college Psychology on sexuality - both intro and advanced courses. We also discuss religious teachings as child abuse, and much more.

Nov 09, 201546 min

#055 - The Duggars & Darrel Ray

This week I go on a rant about the consequences of relationships with religious people. We also hear my talk on "What the Duggers can Teach Us About Human Sexuality." from Sept. at Kansas City Oasis.

Nov 02, 201556 min

#054 - Two WebCam Workers

Mia and Jane talk to us about their work as "Cam girls". What they hear and see and how they interact with clients. Why clients want to talk with them and what they have learned and gained personally. These two women have amazing insights.

Oct 26, 201559 min

#053 - Amber & Kylie

A fascinating talk with 2 intelligent, articulate and sexually aware women about their sexual lives and insights. Everything from raising children, to BDSM, kinks, swinging to how personality and sex go together. There is something for everyone this week.

Oct 19, 20151 hr 10 min

#052 - Angela White- Porn Star

Internationally famous, Australian porn star, Angela White, talks to us about her experience performing, owner of her own porn company, and political adventure running for parliament. We also learn about t_ts out therapy! I'll let you fill in the blank. She is also the only Australian star with her own Fleshlight!

Oct 12, 201559 min

#051 - Marty Klein Why we fear porn

Dr. Marty Klein shares some amazing insights. "Pornography: What Does Science Know? What Do Americans Fear?" I guarantee that you will hear ideas about Porn you have never considered! Yes, I guarantee!

Oct 05, 20151 hr 1 min

#050 - Jenica Crail & JD Shapiro

This week we hear Jenica's story of liberation and how her father being openly secular helped her start asking questions as well. Plus, new sexy stories from Apostacon 2015.

Sep 28, 201549 min

#049 - Designer Relationships

This week we talk with Patricia Johnson & Mark Michaels about their new book, Designer Relationships. Good content and lots of laughs.

Sep 21, 201559 min

#048 - SweetWoman-Lisa

Blogger Lisa (SweetWomanDirtyMind) talks to us about her transition from fundy to swinger, religious to kinky, monogamous to open marriage.

Sep 14, 201558 min
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