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Conversations with experts from around the world that dissect how reflection on our sexual stories affects our personal wellness, sexual experiences and our relationships with ourselves and others.

  1. 23/05/2022

    Healthcare and the Right to Sexual Freedom // Elizabeth Anne Wood and Rachel Music on Carnal Theory

    In this episode of Carnal Theory, we chat with the author of Bound: A Daughter, a Domme, and an End-of-Life Story Elizabeth Anne Wood, and the narrator for the recently released audiobook version of it Rachel Music about the story behind the book. Explore with us the intersections between sex, death, healthcare, and illness in this 50-minute dive into the ways our sexuality links to all other aspects of our lives—including how our right to sexual freedom can be challenged by the healthcare system.  To order a signed copy of Bound, click here. We hope you'll enjoy learning with us, and if you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. . . . . . . Elizabeth Anne Wood is Chair of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work and a SUNY Chancellors Award-winning Professor of Sociology at Nassau Community College in Garden City, NY. She is also Senior Strategist for Woodhull Freedom Foundation, the nation’s only human rights organization working full time to protect sexual freedom as a fundamental human right. She earned her Ph.D. at Brandeis University in 1999 for a study of gender, power, and social interaction in strip clubs, and has written critically about sexuality and society ever since. Rachel Music (NYU '13, MFA LIU '21) is the founder of Schadenfrau Studio, a sex-positive content hub rooted in playful defiance. She is also a writer, performer, and producer and has narrated more than a dozen of audiobooks from her home studio in Los Angeles.

    49 min

  2. 22/11/2021

    Sex as a Vital Sign // Dr. Catalina Lawsin on Carnal Theory

    When is the last time your health care provider asked if you were sexually satisfied? Ever? Or have you asked yourself any of these questions recently: How sexually satisfied am I? Am I connected to my needs and desires? What is pleasure to me? We address a lot with returning guest Dr. Catalina Lawsin including questioning what the benefits are and how to get in tune with our body, mind and spirit so that we can communicate our sexual expectations to others and still be true to ourselves. We hope you'll enjoy learning with us, and if you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    34 min

  3. 11/10/2021

    Intentional Expression // Caritia on Carnal Theory

    In this Carnal Theory episode, a guest favorite is back: Caritia! Berlin-based BDSM practitioner and co-owner of Karada House and OhYesPlease, Caritia rejoins to talk with us about how to create purposeful space with partners and how doing so can transform this world into something better for us all! If you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    56 min

  4. 23/08/2021

    Exploring Sexuality Outside of Your Separate Solid Self // Jessica Graham on Carnal Theory

    Ever wondered about engaging in ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships but thought jealousy could be an obstacle? We’ve got you! Get some answers in this Carnal Theory episode with Jessica Graham where we discuss everything from the challenges of ENM relationships, to how being more than one separate ‘solid self’ can unlock an epic sex life. Jessica Graham is a meditation teacher, sex, relationship, and spiritual guide for couples and individuals, as well as an international speaker, and grief and trauma resolution guide. Find her on Instagram at @jessicaclarkgraham If you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    37 min

  5. 09/08/2021

    Ethical Non-Monogamy // Dr. Rachel Allyn on Carnal Theory

    What is 𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗺𝘆 (ENM)? What makes ethical non-monogamy different from polyamory? What are the most common misconceptions about it? Get ready to learn WAY more about this month’s theme, ethical non-monogamy, as well as the buzzworthy topics of sex, pleasure and self-love on this Carnal Theory episode with Dr. Rachel Allyn! Rachel is a pleasure expert, a retreat leader, a 500-hour certified yoga instructor, and a writer who has been working in the field of psychology and wellness for over two decades. We hope you love this information-packed discussion and if you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen! Follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio - www.mysexbio.org

    40 min

  6. 26/07/2021

    Sex Addiction // Dr. Kate Balestrieri on Carnal Theory

    A question covered in debate: Does compulsive sexual behavior exist? Whether you agree that it exists or not, today we're exploring the debate around sex addiction in a fascinating conversation with Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Dr. Kate Balestrieri. Trigger Warning: We discuss compulsive sexual behavior (sex addiction) in this episode. If you or a loved one have or are experiencing compulsive sexual behavior please seek the guidance of a licensed professional. We do discuss solutions and services to help in this episode, but this is meant to be informational-not definitive for your specific situation. We hope you enjoy this dive into the debate around sex addiction, and think further upon Kate's theory as we look at causes, how to get help and if there's anything that could be done to stop or minimize cases of sex addiction (hint: there is). Follow Kate at @drkatebalestrieri and her incredible organization @themodernintimacy. If you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    37 min

  7. 21/06/2021

    Sexual Aftercare // Dr. Lexx Brown-James on Carnal Theory

    Why does everyone need to have aftercare after every sexual event? What is aftercare? How can bring it into your sexual play? and muuuuuch more is discussed in this chat with Dr. Lexx Brown-James! Dr. Lexx Brown-James. Lexx is a sex therapist and educator, focusing on race, sexuality and relationships. She is the author of multiple books, holds multiple master’s degrees and has her doctorate of education in Human Sexuality from Widener University, so she seriously knows her stuff. If you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    33 min

  8. 24/05/2021

    Sex Is More Than Penetration // Danielle Bezalel on Carnal Theory

    A long-awaited interview, this week we talked with Danielle Bezalel, host of Sex Ed with DB! Why is expanding our definition of sex important for our pleasure? Where does faith have a place in our sexuality? How can we build healthy relationships? Why is owning our sexual story important? We dive into a lot here and hope you'll finish the episode with some questions to reflect upon that will help you build the best relationship with your sexuality and others that's possible. Links to resources discussed in the interview: https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/sex-and-hiv-education https://www.joinonelove.org/ If you learned something or enjoyed this episode, please rate and review wherever you listen, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @carnaltheory and @mysexbio. - www.mysexbio.org

    40 min
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Conversations with experts from around the world that dissect how reflection on our sexual stories affects our personal wellness, sexual experiences and our relationships with ourselves and others.

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  • Creator
    My Sexual Biography
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © My Sexual Biography
  • Show Website
    Carnal Theory