Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship Stories

After an unhealthy relationship, Steph Auteri became afraid of sex and fell into a sex writing career as an attempt to fix her perceived "female sexual dysfunction." The journalist and author of the reported memoir, A Dirty Word, explored her journey with August for this narrated episode. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who experiences severe anxiety when things get physical, sometimes to the point of vomiting. Steph Auteri's book: https://www.stephauteri.com/a-dirty-word/ Summer vibes: https://thepleasurechest.com Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org Dating Advice Girl Podcast: https://apple.co/2CBC5DU Bedpost Podcast: http://thesonarnetwork.com/the-bed-post/

Yes, a Stripper Podcast host AM Davies joins August to explore her sexual empowerment journey and how an accident helped solidify her purpose. Learn how her teenage dream of professional stripping came true, changes she'd like to see in the industry, her advice for cultivating sexual freedom and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who misses her pre-pandemic masturbation practice. Yes, a Stripper Podcast: https://www.thequeenofsexy.com/yes-a-stripper-podcast/ Soldiers of Pole: https://soldiersofpole.com Earn It app petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/dont-let-congress-kill-encryption Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

Dr. Claretha Yeager, DACM joins August to explore 6 practical ways to be more present, which can enhance our emotional wellbeing, relationships and whole lives. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who feels distracted during sex. Get Claretha's free 5-minute meditation: https://mailchi.mp/jadepathacupuncture/groundingmeditation Sign up for Dr. Megan's free pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ Shop for toys and more! https://thepleasurechest.com More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

Meet Hayley, Natalie and Meagan, three women who had nightmarish birth control experiences we can all learn from. They spoke with August about the pill, IUDs, mental health and sexual side effects of hormonal birth control methods and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who fears her chronic pain, that interferes with sex, will damage future relationships. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/online-tools/what-right-birth-control-me https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ http://girlboner.org

Laura Zam, author of THE PLEASURE PLAN, joins August to explore her sexual healing journey, her experience in Betty Dodson's group masturbation/vulva exploration class and ways to attract stronger orgasms - or your very first! Dr. Megan Fleming shares thoughts on emotional aspects of orgasm difficulties. More about Laura: http://laurazam.com Shop with Pride: https://thepleasurechest.com (free shipping in June!) Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More Girl Boner fun: http://girlboner.org

August shares highlights from her "Fight Like a Girl" interview with filmmaker Jill Morley, including ways boxing helped her manage childhood trauma. Then they reconnect to explore sexual self-discovery, unlearning damaging messages, supporting people of color and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to feel more connected to her body and her boners. 75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice: https://bit.ly/3hfgDED Box with Jill: http://www.jillmorley.com/flag-boxing/ Shop with Pride: https://thepleasurechest.com (free shipping in June!) Sex drive article: https://bit.ly/2XzbkrP Free challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ More: http://girlboner.org

August talks about anti-racism and shares artist A'Driane Nieves' thoughts from 2014 on raising black sons and #BlackLivesMatter. Dr. Megan discusses talking to kids about racism. Amber B Coleman sings part of "Blackness." Through 6/5:15% of thepleasurechest.com sales will be donated to Black Visions Collective. http://www.addyeb.com https://www.instagram.com/iamamberbcoleman Learn, donate, register to vote:https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.vote.org Teaching kids about racism: https://bit.ly/2XqMcUh http://www.raceconscious.org/ https://mattdelapena.com/books/last-stop-on-market-street/

Where is she now? August shares the best parts of her chat with adult star and sex worker Sarah Vandella from Oct. 2014. Then she catches up with Sarah to find out how she's doing personally, professionally and amid the pandemic. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to do away with their small penis fetish. https://onlyfans.com/sarahvandella Twitter: @MsSarahVandala IG: @theonlySarahVandela_ https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure Free challenge https://augustmclaughlin.com/ Nominate past guests!

Lauren Colletti, author of Trauma, Tears & Triumph, shares her story of sexual self-discovery, healing from sexual assault and narcissist abuse and ways yoga can enhance our sex lives. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener whose boyfriend lies compulsively. https://www.laurencolletti.com/ https://amzn.to/2Z8euEl Lauren's poetry! https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure Free 9-day challenge https://augustmclaughlin.com/ Sign up for monthly extras!

In honor of National Masturbation Month, August delves into solo play's complicated history then shares a throwback interview with Dr. Martha Tara Lee about orgasmic yoga: how it changed her life and ways to benefit. Dr. Megan weighs in for a listener who wonders if it's okay to fantasize about friends while masturbating. https://www.eroscoaching.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/oyoga/ https://www.instagram.com/pleasurecheststores/ - support sex educators! https://thepleasurechest.com - coupon: PleasureME http://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ - FREE challenge http://girlboner.org

Your body is rad! And if you're struggling, we see you. August reads from her Girl Boner book and chats with Robyn Goldberg, RDN. Chaya Milchtein of Mechanic Shop Femme reads from her essay, "Are You Worried About Getting Fat Like Me?" Dr. Megan Fleming shares a pleasure exercise. https://mechanicshopfemme.com/worried-about-getting-fat-like-me/ www.askaboutfood.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ https://girlboner.org/books IG: @GirlBonerMedia @mechanicshopfemme @robyngoldbergrdn @dr.megan.fleming

Deborah Kagan joins August to explore her sexual self-discovery journey, ways to "rock your mojo" (life force or sexual energy) and receive pleasure and how finding her G-spot changed her life. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who misses G-spot play now that penetration feels triggering. Rock Your Mojo Live: https://rockyourmojolive.com Pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure "Pay what you can afford" therapy: https://jamiladawson.com More Girl Boner fun: https://girlboner.org/

Gratitude, orgasms, self-care! Dr. Megan Fleming joins August to explore the importance of pleasure in difficult times, simple ways to cultivate it and ways to manage COVID-19 related challenges, such as missing physical touch and domestic violence concerns. Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/help/ Pleasure challenge: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure Building Your Sensual Life: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/sensual Transcripts + more: https://girlboner.org/blog

Author Pamela Foster shares her experience with sexual pain related to menopause and vaginal atrophy, sexual self-discovery and finding her way to self-love. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to know how often to schedule sex. https://thepleasurechest.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/ https://pamelafosterspeakerwriter.wordpress.com https://augustmclaughlin.com/

Orgasm fakery, kinky surprises, blue balls and more! August shares incredible sex and dating stories from several authors, a stylist, a narrator and a game creator. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener wondering if she can salvage her relationship. Check out the books and offerings mentioned here: https://girlboner.org/sex-dating-stories

JoEllen Notte, author of The Monster Under the Bed: Sex, Depression & The Conversation We Aren't Having, joins August to explore her personal journey and research regarding sex and depression, related myths and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener struggling with orgasms since starting antidepressants. http://redheadheadbedhead.com/monster https://thepleasurechest.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/rx https://augustmclaughlin.com/

Squirting, edging, arousal and more! Historical erotica author Autumn Bardot joins August to explore her personal journey and messages from SHEBA QUEEN. With listener Kate's help, they discuss common orgasm myths. Dr. Megan weighs in for a listener seeking mightier orgasms. http://www.autumnbardot.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/rx https://augustmclaughlin.com/ https://sammyreischwarz.com

Author and former bra fitter, Natalee Woods, joins August to explore her sexual self-discovery journey and themes from her new memoir, Full Support: Lessons Learned in the Dressing Room. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who's struggling to feel sexy as she approaches middle age. https://www.nataleewoods.com @nataleewoods https://thepleasurechest.com @pleasurecheststores https://greatlifegreatsex.com/rx @dr.megan.fleming https://augustmclaughlin.com @girlbonermedia

Feeling more like roommates than lovers, sabotaging romance and sex secrets! Marriage and relationship coach, Laurie Gerber, joins August to explore common issues and ways to address them. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener. Girl Boner extras: http://girlboner.org Dr. Megan's program: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/product/pleasure-rx/ Gottman video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKTyPgwfPgg&feature=youtu.be Until 3/15, get Inner.U LOVE for $500 (reg. price $650). Save with GIRLBONERRADIO75 coupon: http://bit.ly/girlboner0226-iu Talk to a human and see if Handel Group coaching options are right for you: http://bit.ly/girlboner0226-con

Vibrators, dildos, clitoral suction, more! Kim Airs, a sex educator and writer who founded New England's first female and couples friendly sex toy store joins August to gab about sex toys, orgasm fun and cultivating sexual comfort. Period network founder Makenzie Mizell shares a spicy and healing toy experience. Dr. Megan weighs shares her favorite non-vibrating toy. https://thepleasurechest.com @pleasurecheststores http://kimairs.com @kimairs https://greatlifegreatsex.com/rx @dr.megan.fleming https://www.periodnetwork.com @periodnetwork https://augustmclaughlin.com @girlbonermedia

Dr. Alexandra Solomon joins August live at Diesel Bookstore in LA to explore themes from her new book, Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want. With Dr. Megan's help, they discuss questions on low desire, turn-ons, honeymoon expectations and disordered eating. http://www.dralexandrasolomon.com @dr.alexandra.solomon https://beducated.com/all-access/ @beducated_com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/sensual @dr.megan.fleming https://augustmclaughlin.com @GirlBonerMedia

Author Lauren Emily joins August to explore reading and writing erotica, its role in empowerment and the importance of bisexuality representation. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they share tips for hotter, more pleasurable oral sex. https://www.facebook.com/laurenemilywrites/ https://www.bweoftheyear.com/call-for-submissions https://greatlifegreatsex.com/sensual https://girlboner.org IG: @GirlBonerMedia

Dr. Alexandra Katehakis joins August to explore the ABCs of consent, boundary-setting for stronger intimacy, what to do when betrayal feels like assault, discussing vulnerable sex topics, sex addiction / compulsivities and more! With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who says sex with his wife feels like she's doing him a favor. Follow @GirlBonerMedia on Instagram! Video extras, coming soon. https://beducated.com/all-access/ FREE trial! https://centerforhealthysex.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/sensual https://girlboner.org

Ethan Lipsitz, host of Love Extremist Radio, joins August to explore his personal journey, illness and sexuality, love as activism and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's curious about supporting a partner who struggles to have erections or orgasms. https://www.extremist.love IG: @ethanlipsitz @GirBonerMedia @DrMeganFleminghttps://augustmclaughlin.com/ https://thepleasurechest.comhttps://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/

Bree Mills, an award-winning adult filmmaker and Chief Creative Officer of Adult Time, joins August to explore her career, the porn industry, empowering performers as creators and more. Dr. Megan Fleming shares healthy relationship habits worth embracing. https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ FB Live on 1/30, 5pm PST! http://beducate.me/nty19 Promo code: GIRLBONER https://members.adulttime.com/ https://augustmclaughlin.com/

CBD, THC, cannabis. What's the difference? How might they impact your emotional wellbeing and sex life? August is joined by Ashley Manta, sex educator and creator of CannaSexual®. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who only experiences orgasm solo and it's impacting her libido and relationship. Ashley's free Dirty Talk guide: lovedirtytalk.com http://www.ashleymanta.com https://thepleasurechest.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ https://augustmclaughlin.com

Cats, sex magic, empowerment! August is joined by Kristen J. Sollee, author of Cat Call: Reclaiming the Feral Feminine, to explore witches, kitty themes around female sexuality, solo play for manifesting dreams and more. Dr. Megan Fleming shares thoughts on sensual rituals and her upcoming pleasure challenge. http://beducate.me/nty19 Promo code: GIRLBONER https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ Sign up for free! http://kristensollee.com https://augustmclaughlin.com/

August is joined by Jimanekia Eborn, a queer media consultant, sex educator and sexual assault and trauma expert, and Blossom C. Brown, an actress, producer and activist who's been featured in I Am Cait and the Ellen Degeneres show, to talk about trans rights, healing from trauma, a space for femmes of color to heal, being an ally vs. an accomplice and more. Learn more + donate: https://www.tendingthegarden.love/ IG: @BlossomCBrown @Jimanekia https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure/ https://thepleasurechest.com https://augustmclaughlin.com/

Mistress Justine Cross joins August to explore her career, BDSM and what we can all learn from its tenants, even if you're more "vanilla" than kinky. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's curious about bondange: can it spice up your sex life? Shop: http://beducate.me/xy29z https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure https://thepleasurechest.com Learn more: https://linktr.ee/thejustinecross https://augustmclaughlin.com/

August is joined by previous guests, engineer/producer Makenzie Mizell, stylist Rayne Parvis, dating coach Erin Tillman and author Vanessa McGrady, to play "You Don't Know My Life"—hosted by the game's co-creator, Dennis Hensley. Hear touching and hilarious true stories about crushes, dating, sex and more. Dr. Megan shares one, too! https://augustmclaughlin.com/podcast https://greatlifegreatsex.com/pleasure https://thepleasurechest.com https://www.youdontknowmylifegame.com

Sex toys, gifting tips, pleasure! August is joined by Heidi Mastrogiovanni, author of the Lala Pettibone comedic novel series and co-host of the Movies Not Movies podcast, to explore spicy and romantic gift ideas. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who'd like to resume sex, post-car accident. Find special bonus content below. https://augustmclaughlin.com/sexygifts-2019/ https://beducated.com Orgasm course discount code: GIRLBONER https://heidimastrogiovanni.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com/contact/

Sexologist Cyndi Darnell joins August to explore sexual desire, including related myths, how to make improvements and The Desire Series. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's concerned about the low frequency of sex in their relationship. https://cyndidarnell.com/the-desire-series-2/ https://greatlifegreatsex.com/contact/ https://augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner https://beducated.com

Alice Vaughn and Yvette d'Entremont, cohosts of Two Girls One Mic: The Porncast, join August to explore their early memories about sex, why some people rely on alcohol for arousal, pheromones, anal toys, humor, pubic hair and more. https://www.twogirlsonemic.com https://www.offensivecrayons.com (Code GIRLBONER, 10% off!) https://greatlifegreatsex.com/contact/ https://thepleasurechest.com https://augustmclaughlin.com

Libido, arousal, desire! Susan Bratton joins August to explore her thoughts on the differences between these things, why she believes everyone in cisgender, heterosexual relationships can enjoy PIV intercourse, ways to make sex hotter and many types of orgasms. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wishes her fiance would initiate more often. girlboner.orggreatlifegreatsex.com http://susanbratton.com Free Gift: https://bit.ly/32JaZT0thepleasurechest.com

Master coach and evocateur Amber J Lawson joins August to explore manifesting your heart's desires for stronger intimacy and relationships plus her mission to help women connect with the "divine feminine." Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener whose sex drive has dropped due to work stress. Save 40% on Amber J's Goddess Process intensive: https://bit.ly/2C7D23A Sign up for extras from August and Dr. Megan: girlboner.org greatlifegreatsex.com

Healing, pleasure, self-love! August is joined by Kimleigh Smith, an author, speaker, life coach and performer who was gang-raped during college and has since become a powerful advocate for survivors. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on rekindling desire after trauma. Kimleigh's LA show: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/155690 http://kimleighsmith.com https://augustmclaughlin.com/ https://greatlifegreatsex.com

Candace Bushnell, author of Sex and the City and more celebrated books, joins August to explore her professional journey, "cougars" and "cubs," dating in the digital age, her latest book and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's nervous about menopause. Learn more: https://www.candacebushnell.com https://augustmclaughlin.com/sex-menopause/ https://greatlifegreatsex.com

Sexy desires, dating, solo play! August is joined by Christie Federico, a relationship and sexual empowerment coach, to explore her personal journey to sexual empowerment and self-embracement, wonky sex and dating rules (plus smart alternatives) and more! Dr. Megan Fleming shares tips for asking for and getting what you want in bed. girlboner.org christiefederico.comgreatlifegreatsex.com thepleasurechest.com

Exhibitionism, fetishes, growth! Andy Espinoza Long, aka Andy the Gypsy, author of the memoir, Tales From the Strip, joins August to explore his stripping career. WIth Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who's concerned about the decline of sex in his relationship and his partner's take on his nylon fetish. Learn more: girlboner.orggreatlifegreatsex.com talesfromthestrip.blog thepleasurechest.com

Diet myths, disordered eating, body image! Robyn L. Goldberg, a registered dietitian who specializes in eating disorders, joins August to explore common food rules, restrictive eating and binge eating and how they impact sexuality and relationships. With Dr. Megan's help, they weigh in for a listener feeling self-conscious about her weight and lower libido since starting antidepressants. Learn more: https://askaboutfood.com http://www.eddietitians.com https://augustmclaughlin.com https://greatlifegreatsex.com https://thepleasurechest.com

Shan Boodram, author of The Game of Desire: 5 Surprising Secrets to Dating with Dominance, joins August to explore findings from a self-pleasure survey, masturbation stigma and dating advice that works. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on painful sex after menopause. Tenga survey: www.feelmore.global/ August's favorite stat: Pizza and chocolate turn lots of people on! Shan: www.thegameofdesire.com/ www.shanboodram.com/August: augustmclaughlin.comDr. Megan: greatlifegreatsex.com

Dildo art? Oh, yes! Jen Stein, founder of Adult Arts and Crafts, joins August to chat about her unique artwork, sex-positivity and more. Dr. Megan Fleming debunks myths about sex toys. Learn more: https://www.etsy.com/shop/adultartsandcrafts https://augustmclaughlin.com/ https://greatlifegreatsex.com

Sexual exploration, more pleasure, undoing shame! Dr. Shannon Chavez joins August to explore masturbation tips for beginners, reaching orgasm when you feel blocked, creating relationships that suit your values and more. Dr. Megan Fleming shares her favorite self-pleasure tip. Learn more: drshannonchavez.com girlboner.org greatlifegreatsex.com thepleasurechest.com

Social psychologist Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh joins August to explore genital practices around the world, shifting from the term "genital mutilation" to "genital cutting," arranging your own marriage, her philosophies about love, dating advice and more! Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who has different parenting goals than her partner. Dr. Sara's questionnaire: www.sara-Nasserzadeh.com (under Private Practice) Contact Dr. Megan: greatlifegreatsex.com Sign up for Girl Boner extras: girlboner.org

In this Girl Boner quickie, August shares thoughts from Drs. Megan Fleming and Lanae St. John for a listener whose daughter thinks making out is sex, shares what some Girl Boner fans learned about ways someone can get pregnant and explores a starting stastistics about U.S. sex education policies. Learn more: Guttmacher report State policies READ ME: A PARENTAL PRIMER ON "THE TALK" by Dr. Lanae St. John GIRL BONER books

Solo play, sexuality myths, "the talk!" Dr. Lanae St. John, aka "the Mama Sutra," joins August to explore their journeys as "good girls" in the realms of sex, pleasure and self-confidence, sex-positive parenting, "slut"-shaming, talking about sex at any age and more. Learn more: themamasutra.net girlboner.org Lanae's book: https://www.amazon.com/Read-Me-Parental-Primer-Talk/dp/1732414505/

Mismatched libido, distracting thoughts, sleep! Dr. Jennifer Gunsaullus, author of From Madness to Mindfulness: Reinventing Sex for Women, joins August to explore common intimacy challenges and powerful ways to manage them. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on distracting self-criticism during sex. Learn more: drjennsden.com girlboner.org greatlifegreatsex.com. thepleasurechest.com

Dr. Gaby Gutierrez, a marriage and family therapist specializing in onco-sexology, joins August to explore sex therapy for people dealing with cancer and navigating intimacy during chronic illness and other difficult times. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's uncomfortable with her breast augmentation results. Check out August's books: girlboner.org Follow Dr. Gutierrez on Instagram: @sexpert_gaby Join Dr. Megan's email list: greatlifegreatsex.com

Clairvoyant readings in Anal August! Elena Servidio-Schwinn, a proud single mother and clairvoyant who speaks with spirits, gives flash psychic readings for August, Makenzie, studio friend, Judith, and listener, Briana. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who dreams about her ex. Sign up for monthly extras: girlboner.org Connect with Elena: oneheartonespirit.com and Dr. Megan: grealifegreatsex.com Instagram: @GirlBonerMedia @elenaservidioschwinn Shop: thepleasurechest.com

Sexual identities, orientations and artistry! August is joined by actor-musician Carolina Hoyos to explore her personal journey, demisexuality and bisexuality myths and more. Dr. Megan weighs in for a listener who wonders if she's become asexual. Learn more: Carolinahoyos.com "A Girl I Know" single: awal.lnk.to/MiHombreelDiablo augustmclaughlin.com greatlifegreatsex.com