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Jun 2024
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EP392 - Orgasms Matter: The Power of Ple...

Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.d, Psychology Of Sex | Couple Therapy | Sex Education
About this episode

Welcome to episode 392 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with August McLaughlin. In this conversation, we discuss the complexities and richness of orgasms, how societal myths influence sexual experiences, and the importance of sexual education. August shares her journey and insights on overcoming taboos around discussions of sex and pleasure. We also talk about accidental orgasms, sleepgasms, and the impact of mindset and fantasy on sexual experiences.


August McLaughlin is a journalist, author, sex educator and host/producer of  the true story podcast, Girl Boner Radio, which was named “one of the best sex podcasts you should be listening to” by Romper and a top feminist podcast by Bellesa. 

 

August's articles and expertise have been featured in a range of publications, including Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, O: The Oprah Magazine and Shape. And her Girl Boner book, called a "refreshingly inclusive...welcome addition to sexual health literature" by Publisher's Weekly, is currently in its second printing.


In this episode, you will hear:

 

·      The Importance of Orgasms

·      Overcoming Orgasm Myths

·      The Power of Fantasy and the Mind

·      Exploring Different Types of Orgasms

·      The Debate on Female Ejaculation

·      Accidental Orgasms: Stories and Experiences

·      Sleepgasms and Sexual Curiosity

·      Erotic Audiobooks and Sexy Experiments 

 

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