Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship Stories

More comfort and pleasure! Melanie Cristol, CEO of Lorals, joins August to explore her mission to bring more pleasure to more folks, the oral sex panties she created to do just that and oral sex tips for any genitalia. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener whose partner loves oral and she'd rather skip it. Learn more: augustmclaughlin.com mylorals.com greatlifegreatsex.com

Body image, dating, self-love! August is joined by Rubi Skilton, a "one (and a half) arm podcast-loving, confidence-forward, self-loving weirdo on a mission to help everybody feel comfortable in their own skin," to explore ways limb difference has impacted her journey and how to live more fully and authentically. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a 30-year old virgin. Learn more: augustmclaughlin.com ladiescodeblog.com greatlifegreatsex.com

Turning points, self care, polyamory, body-confidence! Megan Ashley and Sex Coach Leigh of Queers Next Door join August to explore their sexual empowerment journeys, from Megan's decision to pursue sex work full time to Leigh's experience with PMDD. The interview streamed live on Facebook (@MyGirlBoner) in May. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in on jealousy. Girl Boner Journal: amzn.to/2Jdnvn9 Queers Next Door: queersnextdoor.com IG: @GirlBonerMedia @QueersNextDoor @dr.megan.fleming

Body image, sex "taking too long," pleasure priorities! Kara Loewentheil chats with August about orgasm blockers that stand in the way of many women's sex lives and ways to work around them. Learn more at unfuckyourbrain.com and girlboner.org!

Sexual self-discovery, creativity, eroticism! Therapist Jamila M. Dawson joins August to explore her journey, what she learned working in an adult store, trauma management, creativity and eroticism and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who's nervous about sex after her partner's heart surgery. Learn more at jamiladawson.com, girlboner.org and greatlifegreatsex.com.

"She-jaculation," sweating during sex, approaching sensitive topics and more! Pallavi Gunalan joins August to discuss sexual science facts, dos and don't for sex talk and her journey as a biomedical engineer and standup comedian. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener whose friend's husband tried to kiss her. Learn more at pallavigunalan.com and girlboner.org. Big thanks to The Pleasure Chest! Get free shipping for Pride Month through June.

Orgasms, masturbation, self-love! In this special bonus episode recorded live at a Skirt Club event, August reads from Girl Boner. Then sex therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez interviews her about Girl Boners, sexual empowerment, her first solo play experience, sex tips and journaling for sexual self-discovery. Learn more at skirtclub.co.uk/ and drshannonchavez.com. Order Girl Boner and Girl Boner Journal: girlboner.org/books

Spicy photoshoots, polyamory, kink for self-discovery! Author Beverly Diehl joins August to explore her breast cancer diagnosis, a daring boudoir photoshoot, being polyamorous and kinky, herpes stigma, oral sex, consent and sex-positivity. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener whose poly-identifying partner is choosing monogamy for her sake. Learn more about Beverly Diehl: beverlydiehl.com Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras: girlboner.org Download a freebie from Dr. Megan: greatlifegreatsex.com

Mismatched libido, orgasm difficulty and more fun! Sex therapist and couples' counselor Jessa Zimmerman joins August to explore common issues that lead to sex avoidance, from low sexual desire to erectile dysfunction, plus ways to take the pressure off for stronger intimacy. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener wants to plan a spicy adventure for her 25th wedding anniversary. Learn more at girlboner.org, sexwithoutstress.com and greatlifegreatsex.com.

August is joined by Ellen Snortland, lawyer, author, filmmaker and creator of "Beauty Bites Beast," to explore the event that prompted her self-defense training and advocacy, how self-defense skills can enhance your sex life and damaging myths about female strength—such as mace or a key between your fingers can keep you safe. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who feels his girlfriend's sex-positive fervor has gone too far. Learn more about Ellen Snortland at beautybitesbeast.com. Read more about self-defense and empowerment in Chapter 20 of Girl Boner: The Good Girl's Guide to Sexual Empowerment. (augustmclaughlin.com/books) Download a freebie from Dr. Megan at greatlifegreatsex.com.

Sex sounds, bloating, faking orgasms and more! Most everyone feels embarrassed during sex at some point. Thankfully, it doesn't have to be a buzzkill. August is joined by Kait Scalisi, MPH of Passion by Kait to explore listeners' embarrassing sex problems and ways to move past shame and into pleasure. Then August Dr. Megan Fleming weigh in for a listener who's been faking orgasms, in part because she hasn't yet learned how to orgasm with someone with a small penis. Check out "Girl Boner" and "Girl Boner Journal" at augustmclaughlin.com/books! Shop for fun sex toys via this episode's sponsor, The Pleasure Chest.

Comedian Von Decarlo joins August to chat about her personal journey, what she loves most about stand-up and how to really know your purpose. They also play a spicy, Girl Boner-style round of "Never Have I Ever." Play along as they cover everything from researching exes on social media to dating adventures, period sex, sex toys and squirting. If you're in the NYC area, check out Coach Von's Corner live at Sid's Gold Room starting Wednesday, May 22nd! Learn more at vondecarlo.com and girlboner.org.

August is joined by Christina Hoag, author of Girl on the Brink, to discuss common signs of emotional abuse and violence in a relationships, her personal experience with intimate partner abuse from a man with borderline personality disorder and ways to safely breakup with an abuser. Dr. Megan Fleming shares thoughts for a listener who survived sexual assault 10 years ago and has recently been triggered by kissing. Learn more about Christina Hoag's work at christinahoag.com. Find more Girl Boner content at augustmclaughlin.com.

Amber Cantorna, author of "Unashamed: A Coming-Out Guide for LGBTQ Christians," joins August to explore her journey coming out as gay to her conservative Christian family— including her father, a Focus on the Family executive. Amber also shares thoughts on when to come out as LGBTQIA+, ways to do so safely, addressing internalized homophobia, moving past shame, embracing your faith and your identity simultaneously and more. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who has a mighty crush on her therapist. Learn more about Amber Cantorna's work at ambercantorna.com. Sign up for free, monthly Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com.

Andrew Gurza, creator of #DisabledPeopleAreHot and host of the Disability After Dark podcast, joins August to explore topics missing from conversations around sex, pleasure and disability, a porn scene he consulted for involving Pierce Paris and new quadriplegic porn star, Kenneth Conan (who wanted to be face-fucked), the value of sex workers for people with physical disabilities, tips for having sex with a disabled person, and his advice for any disabled person who isn't feeling especially hot. Learn more about Andrew Gurza's work at andrewgurza.com. Sign up for Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com.

August is joined by Cory Martin, author of the award-winning memoir Love Sick, to explore dating, sex and learning to thrive when you have a chronic disease. Cory was 28 when she was diagnosed with MS and now sees her journey with chronic illness, which also includes lupus, as a gift. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who has a rare form of arthritis and fears chronic pain will hinder sexual pleasure and intimacy with her newfound love. Thankfully, there are workarounds and orgasms can bring pain relief! (Science proves it.) Learn more about Cory Martin's work at corymartinwrites.com. Check out Girl Boner Journal and sign up for Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com. Download a free gift from Dr. Megan at greatlifegreatsex.com. Shop for sex toys and more at The Pleasure Chest.

This Girl Boner Quickie features five fabulous benefits of masturbation! In honor of National Masturbation Month, coming up in May, learn how solo play can enhance your body image and overall well-being. For more about solo play and self-love, check out the Girl Boner book series.

Aideen T. Finnola grew up in a religious cult, then spent two decades married to a closeted and abusive gay man. She's now an "unapologetic and empowered survivor," a Martha Beck-certified life coach and author of the memoir, My Exquisite Purple Life. She chats with August about her healing journey, her mixed orientation marriage, ways purity culture impacts female sexuality, healing benefits of masturbation, "straight spouse" support, and more. August weighs in on sleep-gasms then discusses persistent genital arousal disorder (aka PGAD) and pleasure when you have a chronic pain condition with Dr. Megan Fleming. Learn more about Aideen: aideentfinnola.com Sign up for Girl Boner extras: augustmclaughlin.com Download a free gift form Dr. Megan: greatlifegreatsex.com Shop for fun toys: thepleasurechest.com

In this Girl Boner quickie, August debunks common myths about the clitoris and shares a few sexual pleasure tips, including ways to tantalize the inner-clit and a sex position that makes orgasm during penis-in-vagina sex more likely. Learn more in August's Girl Boner book series: augustmclaughlin.com/books/

Writer/director Michael K. Feinstein and actress Nikki SooHoo join August to discuss digital dating trends, dating slang and their new film, The Browsing Effect. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who wants to date and find love again after an online affair with a high school fling led to a breakup. The Browsing Effect is available on-demand via Amazon, iTunes and Vimeo. For more Girl Boner fun, visit girlboner.org.

From the difference between vaginas and vulvas to how to clean (or not clean) your vulva, August explores important facts about what are considered female sexual parts in this Girl Boner Quickie. Learn more at augustmclaughlin.com/blog.

Don Cummings, author of the memoir Bent But Not Broken, joins August to discuss Peyronie's disease, a common condition that causes bent and painful erections. They discuss Don's own experience, including his treatment involving injections and the Andropenis (aka penis stretcher), and the impact the condition has had on his psyche and relationship. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who has interstitial cystitis and would like to feel less anxiety and more desire around sex. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com. Learn more about Don Cummings' work at doncummings.net.

In this Girl Boner Quickie, August responds to one of her most frequently asked questions: How do you know if a woman is turned on? Talking to Your Partner About Sex Girl Boner: The Good Girl's Guide to Sexual Empowerment

Dr. Julie Albright, digital sociologist and author of Left to Their Own Devices: How Digital Natives are Reshaping the American Dream, joins August to explore the impact of social media on mental health, sex, dating and relationships. Dr. Megan Fleming shares signs digital technology is damaging a relationship.

Ever cry after orgasm? Or during sex? Do you consider yourself a highly sensitive person (HSP)? If so, or your partner is an HSI, this Girl Boner Quickie is for you! Learn ways high sensitivity can influence your sex life, from your turn ons to your fantasies. To read the blog post this episode is based on and click on useful related resources, visit augustmclaughlin.com/turned-on-tears-the-highly-sensitives-sex-life/.

Spicy humor, small penis humiliation and more! Dr. Victoria Reuveni joins August to explore sex-positive content online, the Gillette video on masculinity and ways to benefit from orgasmic yoga, whether in a class or the comfort of your own home. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for listeners curious about humiliation as a fetish. Sign up for Dr. Megan's THRIVE course: https://greatlifegreatsex.com/thrive For more empowering sex tips, visit: https://augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner/

In this Girl Boner Quickie episode, August shares five sexual signs that your partner may be on the sociopath or narcissist spectrum. Learn more by streaming the full episode she pulled quotes from here: augustmclaughlin.com/sex-sociopath/.

Can cuddling change the world? Find out in August's conversation with Dr. Yoni Alkan, a sex educator, professional cuddler and author of "The Book of Cuddles." They explore ways cuddling skills can help you better connect with others while navigating consent and the dating scene, getting your physical touch needs versus sex needs met (and how they can get confused) and more. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who'd love to get things moving faster in the sexual arousal and orgasm department. Learn more + sign up for occasional email extras at girlboner.org. Sign up for Dr. Megan's free webinar at greatlifegreatsex.com/thrive.

In this Girl Boner Quickie, August shares a story she wrote about her experience with emotional abuse while dating someone on the sociopath spectrum. To stream the Girl Boner Radio "Dating a Sociopath" series she mentions and find additional resources, visit these links: augustmclaughlin.com/dating-a-sociopath/ augustmclaughlin.com/dating-sociopath-healing/

August is joined by Amber B Coleman, dancer, singer, writer and entrepreneur, to explore including black women in feminism, ways she started living more joyfully and authentically, her decision to save sex for marriage and black women we should all know more about. Enjoy a snippet from Amber's single, "Pieces," during the outro. Learn more + sign up for Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com/blog. Purchase any Le Wand massager from The Pleasure Chest and receive attachments and special edition tote bag online/in store while supplies last.

Dr. Megan Fleming chats with August about benefits and myths about couples therapy, why millennials are flocking to it and five of the most common concerns couples bring in. Sign up for Dr. Megan's free webinar at greatlifegreatsex.com/thrive. Learn more about all-things-Girl Boner at girlboner.org.

Professional cuddlers Jean Franzblau and Fei Wyatt join August to explore health and empowerment benefits of human touch, tips for improving your cuddling skills and how doing so can make you a better lover. Dr. Megan Fleming shares tips for inviting more physical affection to your dating and long-term relationships. Sign up for free cuddling lessons at cuddlesanctuary.com. Enroll in Dr. Megan's free workshop at greatlifegreatsex.com/thrive/. Sign up for monthly Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclughlin.com.

Mona Darling takes August and Girl Boner listeners on a quickie tour of Sub Rosa, Oregon's only female-run fetish space, which offers kink education, BDSM coaching, sexual empowerment retreats, boudoir photography, intimate play parties, and more. Learn more at subrosapdx.com or augustmclaughlin.com/blog.

August is joined by Becky Heintz, Paul Heintz and Shleigh Pasini, the collective force behind Show Your Courage to explore their mission to support sexual assault survivors: To remind survivors of sexual assault that they are not alone, they have support and they are believed. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who feels ready to date and have sex again after assault and wants to know how to navigate potential triggers. Learn more at augustmclaughlin.com, showyourcourage.com and greatlifegreatsex.com.

In this Girl Boner quickie episode, August shares her (not-so-popular) thoughts on Gary Chapman's "The 5 Love Languages." Can they really enhance dating and relationships? Sign up for occasional email extras at augustmclaughlin.com or girlboner.org.

What does chocolate cake have to do with porn consumption? Is the clitoris in the Bible? Can you embrace Christian faith and sex-positivity at the same time? Bestselling author Nadia Bolz-Weber and actress Amy Brenneman join August to explore healing from sexual shame, talking to kids about sex, positive versus negative first sexual experiences and Nadia's groundbreaking new book, Shameless: A Sexual Reformation. Learn more and sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at girlboner.org. Get a free gift from Dr. Megan at greatlifegreatsex.com.

August introduces her new Girl Boner Quickies series with tips for hotter sex that lasts only minutes, yet still brings plentiful benefits. Sign up for occasional extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com or girlboner.org.

Vanessa McGrady joins August to explore her journey to becoming a parent, the adoption process and her new release, "Rock Need River: A Memoir of a Very Open Adoption." She also shares thoughts on her decision to write the book and what it was like narrating the audiobook version. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who hasn't desired sex since having a baby three years ago. Learn more and sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com.

Sex therapist Vanessa Marin joins August to explore common orgasm myths, ways to experience your first orgasm and how to infuse your sex life with more fun and pleasure. August also shares highlights from her chat with researcher Nicole Prause, PhD, about her research on female sexual arousal, sex toys and orgasm. Dr. Megan Fleming invites listeners to a fun, free online event! Learn more and sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com/blog.

Dr. Lauren, psychologist and author of Lesbian Love Addiction, joins August to explore her personal experience with love addiction, anxious versus avoidant attachment styles and ways homophobia can impact healing. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who's struggling to vocalize her sexual desires. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com. Register for A League of Extraordinary Couples for FREE at https://amyelizabethgordon.com/a-league-of-extraordinary-couples-drmeganfleming

Linda Kay Klein, author of "Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free," joins August to discuss evangelical Christianity's purity culture, long-term effects of its messages (such as women are "stumbling blocks" and responsible for men's sexual urges) and what healing can look like and bring. August and Dr. Megan Fleming weigh in for a listener who grew up Catholic and learning that masturbation is a sin. Can he move past the shame and feel happier in his otherwise sexless marriage? Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com. For the follow up blog with links mentioned in this episode, visit augustmclaughlin.com/blog.

Lora Dicarlo won the CES Innovation Award for Osé, a hands-free sex toy for vulva owners that stimulates the clitoris and G-spot at the same time. But then, the award was rescinded. August interviews the company's CEO, Lora Haddock, and its marketing director, Sarah Brown, about the toy, blended orgasms and their desire to raise awareness around gender bias in tech. The pair also wants to encourage people who long for something that doesn't exist to take the leap and create it. Dr. Megan Fleming introduces an exciting new class she's put together for Girl Boner listeners! Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com.

August looks back on memorable moments from five years and 250 episodes of Girl Boner Radio. This extra special episode features unique sex ed stories, female sexual arousal and squirting 101, inspiring interview excerpts, a creepy in-studio happening, tips for inviting more pleasurable sex and more. Sign up for Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com.

Isabelle Kohn, a journalist, educator, and consultant who works at a sex store, joins August to explore media portrayals of sexuality, ways BDSM transports people "into a flow" and more. With Dr. Megan Fleming's help, they weigh in for a listener who's frustrated that women express interest in dating him then don't follow through. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com.

Lina Bembe and Pandora of The Ersties Podcast join August to explore their sexual self-discovery journeys, working in the adult industry and the sex-positive culture in Berlin, Germany. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who is new to sexting. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com.

August is joined by Makenzie Mizell, cofounder of the Period podcast network and Girl Boner's audio engineer and tech producer, for a chat about sexual discoveries, dealing with criticism and competition versus non-competition among women and femmes. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who is struggling to advocate for her own sexual pleasure. Then August and Makenzie delve unexpectedly into navigating body image challenges and wrap up with a few podcasting and writing tips for beginners. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com. Find "Girl Boner: The Good Girl's Guide to Sexual Empowerment" in audiobook, hardcover and ebook formats on Amazon. Learn more about Period at periodnetwork.com.

August is joined by her mom, Caroline, who shares about her upbringing in India, the sexual abuse she endured and how she found healing after memories she had repressed surfaced. Caroline literally wove her life back together, finding healing through art, and wants people to know how important it is to believe survivors. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener who received an apology note from someone who assaulted her. Sign up for occasional extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com. Learn more about healing from trauma in August's book, Girl Boner: The Good Girl's Guide to Sexual Empowerment, available on Amazon and most anywhere books are sold.

CalExotics' resident sexologist Dr. Jill McDevitt joins August to talk about giving sex toys as gifts, including when doing so is appropriate and hot new picks when it is. She also shares tips for prioritizing sexual intimacy and self-care during the holidays and other hectic times. Sign up for occasional email extras and learn about August's books at augustmclaughlin.com.

Girl Boner Radio LIVE at The Pleasure Chest! August is joined by Erica Garza, author of Getting Off, and Amy Dresner, author of My Fair Junkie, for readings from their latest works and conversation about turning points, addiction myths, sexual shame and recovery. Dr. Megan Fleming weighs in for a listener whose boyfriend revealed he's a recovering sex and love addict. Sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras at augustmclaughlin.com.

In celebration of her new book, August took Girl Boner Radio to NYC! This episode features a panel with Dr. Megan Fleming and The V. Club cofounder Courtney Clemen on ways to deepen connection in your sex life and relationships. You'll also hear from two surprise returning guests and a spicy excerpt from August's book. Sign up for occasional email updates at augustmclaughlin.com. Outro music: In Between the Sides by Gaston Beltran, featuring Bria Jene.