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Sex Ed Before Bed explores powerful and meaningful topics that often go undiscussed in our daily lives. In bringing these conversations into the open, my intention is that collectively, we can approach them with less shame and more compassion, giving them the nuance that they often require. As part of a small cadre of Canadian podcasts focused on this topic, with over 8,000 listeners, Sex Ed Before Bed’s growing fan base signals a rising interest in sexual health and politics. Since 2017, guests have included experts and folks with lived experience, including sex workers, 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, researchers, educators, psychotherapists, physicians and program facilitators. Sex-positivity, anti-oppression frameworks inform the podcast and the tone is one of humility and curiosity. I aim to bring what I have learned and my experiences to the mic and understand that sexual health education is a lifelong learning experience for me, and for all of us. I don’t have all the answers and I see myself as “along for the ride” with the listener, grateful for the stories, wisdom and insight of my wonderful guests. What I want to give listeners through this experience: ● To have more informed, joyful, liberating sexual experiences ● To see a topic or marginalized group in a new light ● To unlearn harmful stereotypes and cultivate more empathy ● To be aware of timely sex-related Canadian research and news
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Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
With great attraction comes great sex, forever, right? Not so much.
Jessica Maxwell studies relationships and sex for a living. With Canadian roots, she's now an assistant professor at the University of Auckland. I learned things from her that I started applying to my own life as soon as the conversation ended.
Topics of discussion
- Sexual fixed mindset vs. growth mindset
- What factors play into long-term relationship satisfaction?
- How often are people having sex?
- Who else is thinking about how often people are having sex?
- A neat quiz to tell your partner what you want in bed (or out of it)
- The Orgasm Gap
- What's the best way to meet someone we're compatible with?
- How scientific are dating apps?
- Double standards & myths
Fun Stuff
Sex preferences quiz | Mojo Upgrade
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List of researchers Jessica mentioned along with media coverage of their work:
- Terri Fisher | LA Times | Who lies more about sex, men or women?
- Sam Joel | The Cut | It's All Too Easy to Ignore Relationship Dealbreakers
- Amy Muise | Science Daily | Couples who have sex weekly are happiest
- Lindsey Hick | Global News | Are you lying to yourself about how much sex you need in your relationship?
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