EP330: Can Exploring a Fetish Improve Ou...

Welcome to episode 330 of Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Niki Davis-Fainbloom. In this episode, we discuss the common misconceptions around fetishes, dealing with internalized shame and understanding that not all fetishes are sexually connected. 

Niki Davis-Fainbloom is a Canadian-born, New York-based sex educator, writer, and coach. Since receiving her Master’s degree studying the psychology of sexual dysfunction from NYU, she has facilitated hundreds of sexual education workshops at locations including Planned Parenthood, New York University, and The United Nations.  

Her writing has also been featured in publications such as Mind Body Green, Cosmopolitan, Refinery 29, and Pornhub Sexual Wellness Center.  Her work uses up-to-date research, humor, and practical advice to help people develop the skills to have healthier and more satisfying romantic and sexual relationships.  

She is an expert in fetishes, and much of her coaching involves working with folks with unique desires as well as navigating ethical non-monogamy and pleasure. 

In this episode, you will hear: 

• What inspired Niki to delve into this line of work 
• Looking at the common fetishes people may desire 
• Understanding the misconceptions around fetishes 
• Analyzing uncommon fetishes such as sneeze fetishes 
• The importance of knowing you’re not alone if you do have a fetish 
• How you can communicate to your partner you have a fetish 
• Why there can be a lot of internalized shame around fetishes 
• Communities you can seek out to bond with others around this  
• How not all fetishes are sexually connected 
• The importance of consent around fetishes 

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