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Sex Ed with DB: smart, science-backed sex education

Danielle Bezalel, MPH: Sex Educator | Pleasure Expertwww.sexedwithdb.com
How do I stay in the moment and truly enjoy sex? What’s stopping me from orgasming with my partner? I’m ready to explore my kinks and fantasies in the bedroom; where do I start? You and your fantasies aren’t broken -- but your sex ed probably was. I’m DB, sex educator with a Masters of Public Health and host of Sex Ed with DB -- your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education, featuring trusted insights from conversations with top experts about everything you’ve been too scared to ask about sex. And this season? We're going ALL IN ON PLEASURE. Solo pleasure. Partnered pleasure. Orgasms. Porn. Queer joy. Kinks, sex toys, fantasies—you name it. We’re here to help you feel more informed, more empowered, and a whole lot more turned on to help YOU have the best sex. -- Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it’s the sex ed you’ve always wanted. ABOUT SEX ED WITH DB: Take a second and think back to the sex education you had in school. Did it prepare you to have a healthy and happy relationship with sex and identity? If it was anything like DB’s, it was stigmatizing, judgmental, and totally unhelpful. But not to worry, the experts are here to offer the sex ed you wish you had. We cover an array of sex education topics like orgasms, abortion, pornography, fetishes and kinks, pleasure, consent and boundaries, healthy relationships, LGBTQIA+ mental health and sexual health, LGBTQIA+ relationships, coming out, sexual dysfunction and pain during sex, birth control, sex in the media, Queer stories, and so much more. We believe that everyone deserves comprehensive, inclusive, pleasure-centered, feminist, medically-accurate sex education. On the show, DB and sexual health expert guests break down your most curious sex questions like “Am I pregnant?” or “How can I have a stronger orgasm?” or “How do I keep the spark alive in a long-term relationship?” or “How often should I be having sex?” or “What are common sexual fetishes?” or “What are the benefits of masturbation?” Tune in for expert insights and candid conversations redefining sexual health and empowerment! -- ABOUT DB: Danielle Bezalel (she/her), aka DB, has a Master of Public Health from Columbia University with expertise in sexuality, sexual, and reproductive health. DB is a leading voice in inclusive and medically accurate sex education. She tackles taboo topics with humor and expertise because no question is TMI when it comes to learning more about your body and pleasure. With 10 years of sex ed experience and features in Netflix, Mashable, Bustle, SELF, and more, DB empowers listeners to challenge taboos, rethink outdated narratives, and embrace sexual health and pleasure with confidence. Learn more at www.sexedwithdb.com and email DB at [email protected].
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Episodes

Sex and Disability: Differently Abled Sex

In this ninth episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we talk all about sex and disability with Dr. Rafe Biggs and Ligia Zuniga, leaders at Sexability. Dr. Rafe Biggs is the founder of Sexability, an organization committed to transforming sexuality and disability. He is a sexual health educator working with people with disabilities and healthcare professionals who support them. Ligia Andrade Zuniga is a Director at Sexability and passionate Disability Advocate and Leader. She has been a change make...

Jul 18, 201844 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Pelvic Health: Vagina Lasers

In this eighth episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we discuss pain and dysfunction during sex with Dr. Rachel Gelman and Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt. Dr. Gelman is a pelvic floor physical therapist and practices as a clinical specialist at Pelvic Wellness & Physical Therapy. She specializes in the physical therapy management of numerous pelvic pain disorders, including sexual dysfunction. DB’s amazing mom, Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt, has been a practicing Obstetrician and Gynecologist for 20 years, ...

Jul 13, 201845 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Unique Bodies with Connie Sobczak, Q Wilson, and Caleb Luna

In this seventh episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we talk about body image with our guests Connie Sobczak, Q Wilson, and Caleb Luna. Connie Sobczak is the co-founder of the Body Positive and the author of "Embody: Learning to Love Your Unique Body (and quiet that critical voice!)." Q Wilson is a self-identified queer, gender independent, polyamorous leather boi, and social justice activist. Caleb Luna is a writer, activist, teacher, performer, fat babe and Ph.D. student at the University of C...

Jun 27, 20181 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Just Trust Women with Toni Guy and Dr. Karen Scott

In this sixth episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we talk about abortion with our guests Toni Guy and Dr. Karen Scott. Toni Guy has spoken on issues of sexuality and reproductive health for over 30 years. During her years with Planned Parenthood she rose from Community Educator to Vice President of Education. Dr. Karen Scott is a clinician scientist and feminist intersectional scholar and activist with board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology. —— Sex Ed with DB, Season 2 Team: Creator, ...

Jun 22, 201857 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Periods and Mestruation: Bloody

In this fifth episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we talk about periods and menstruation with our guests Nadya Okamoto, Luna Matatas, and Sarah D'Andrea. Nadya is the Founder and Executive Director of PERIOD (period.org). Luna Matatas is a sex and pleasure educator based in Toronto Canada; she teaches online workshops with O.school. Sarah is a sex educator with The Flex Company. —— Sex Ed with DB, Season 2 Team: Creator, Producer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Audio Engineer: Katie McMurran C...

Jun 13, 201844 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Sex Work Is Not Sex Trafficking

In this fourth episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we chat about sex workers' experiences with our guests Mia Little and Andre Shakti. Mia Little is an adult film performer and sex worker leading sex education workshops at universities and online. Andre Shakti is a journalist, educator, performer, activist, and professional slut living in the San Francisco Bay Area. —— Sex Ed with DB, Season 2 Team: Creator, Producer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Audio Engineer: Katie McMurran Content Editor...

Jun 07, 201847 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Meet Your Students Where They're At

In this third episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we discuss culturally responsive sex education with Menny Bezalel and Haylin Belay. Menny was born in Kabul, Afghanistan in the late 1950’s and is one of eight siblings. At age 12 Menny and his family immigrated to Israel to escape religious persecution. Haylin Belay is a sex educator, holistic health professional, and witch living and working in New York City. —— Sex Ed with DB, Season 2 Team: Creator, Producer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) ...

May 30, 201845 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Female Fertility: Don't Assume Motherhood

In this second episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we discuss not assuming motherhood with Kristen Mancinelli and Ivy Chen. Kristen Mancinelli, MPH is director of education and partnerships at Extend Fertility. She educates women about fertility and egg freezing, partners with organizations supporting women’s reproductive health, and advocates for putting an end to the taboo surrounding the subject of female fertility. Ivy is back for another season! Ivy Chen, MPH is a sexuality health educator...

May 23, 201845 minSeason 2Ep. 2

No, It's MY Pleasure

In this first episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 2, we discuss sex toys and masturbation with Polly Rodriguez and Andy Duran. Polly Rodriguez is the CEO and Founder of Unbound, a sexual wellness company that sells sex toys and accessories. Andy Duran is the Education Outreach Manager at Good Vibrations, the Bay Area's sex toy oasis. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 2 Team: Creator, Producer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Audio Engineer: Katie McMurran Content Editor: Cathren Cohen Social Media Lead: ...

May 16, 201847 min

Bonus: Sexual Beings From Birth 'Til Death

In this second bonus episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 1, we hear the launch party that got it going. We hear from voices: Ivy, Pristine, Aaron, Ella, and later, Ingrid, and listen to all the behind the scenes action of the podcast. We understand what they think was challenging about the production of it, what needs to be reformed in sex ed in schools, and some dirty details of embarrassing (and funny) sexy stories! —— Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who has been tea...

Dec 08, 20171 hr 15 min

Bonus: We're Always Changing

In this first bonus episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 1, we feature brilliant, articulate, and brave Oakland School of the Arts graduates, Ella and Imani. We ask them about every single one of the topics we covered in Season 1 of Sex Ed with DB and learn what sex ed looks like in high schools these days. —— Featured Voices: Ella Zalon: An OSU graduate who identifies as a queer, Jewish woman and RAPP (Relationship Abuse Prevention Program) Alum. Imani Wilson: An OSU graduate who identifies as a q...

Nov 17, 201741 min

Flirting, Kink, and BDSM: What Do You Like?

In this sixth and FINAL episode of Sex Ed with DB, Season 1, we explore the two very different concepts of kink/BDSM as well as flirting in every day life. When is flirting consensual? What is the difference between a kink and a fetish? What is a BDSM community in the San Francisco Bay Area like? We answer all of these questions and more in this fun and racy final episode of the season! —— Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who has been teaching sex ed in the Bay Area f...

Oct 27, 201749 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Gender and Orientation: The Spectrum Exists

In this fifth episode of Sex Ed with DB, we explore the idea of the spectrum: of gender, sexuality, sexual orientation, expression, and identity. The binary says that we're either male or female, boy or girl. But what about everyone in between? What about trans folks, intersex people, genderqueer people, asexual folks, etc? There are so many ways to live and breathe on the spectrum and all of Sex Ed with DB's featured voices do it in their own way. —— Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Profe...

Oct 18, 201749 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Consent: Ask First

In this fourth episode of Sex Ed with DB, we hear about consent and rape culture. We learn that 1 in 4 women will be impacted by domestic violence in her lifetime and about the 4 Cs of "consent": clear, continuous, conscious, and free from coercion. How do you shut down rape culture in your daily life? --- Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who has been teaching sex ed in the Bay Area for over 20 years. Aaron Steinfeld: An educator and activist who teaches youth in Oakl...

Oct 11, 201743 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Polyamory: Poly Means Many; Amor Means Love

In this third episode of Sex Ed with DB, we listen to the nuances of polyamory, monogamy, nonmonogamy, open relationships, and everything in between. We hear how our society thinks of love as a cup of sugar in a scarce economy but the reality is, you can have many loves! Relationships look different for everyone -- what kind of relationship works best for you? --- Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who has been teaching sex ed in the Bay Area for over 20 years. Era Stei...

Oct 04, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Acknowledging the Clitoris

In this second episode of Sex Ed with DB, the 5 voices discuss the topic of: STIs, safe sex, and feeling good. They talk about how the clitoris has over 8,000 nerve endings and how there is a pill called PrEP one can take every day at the same time to prevent HIV. They discuss the difference between a bacterial STI and a viral STI and the fact that having STIs is SUPES common. Listen to hear all 5 voices on these unique topics! --- Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who...

Sep 27, 201748 minSeason 1Ep. 2

This is Sex ED, OK Everybody Giggle

In this VERY first episode of Sex Ed with DB, we find out who DB is, why she wanted to create this sex ed podcast, and who our five featured voices are (who will be featured in some capacity in every episode this season). In this episode, the voices discuss the topic of: sex education and how we talk about sex. --- Featured Voices: Ivy Chen: A Sexuality Professor at SF State who has been teaching sex ed in the Bay Area for over 20 years. Era Steinfeld: An educator and activist who taught youth i...

Sep 18, 201749 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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