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Sex in Space is a podcast where we have open-minded conversations, delving into sex across all its infinite dimensions. Stories and voices from all genders, ages, relationships, life stages, ethnicities, walks of life, professions and ways of being in the universe.If sex is a subject that interests you, if you feel… (like most of us do) your education might have more than a few gaps in it, if you’re not sure you’re fully equipped to talk to the next generation, or you just feel like exploring some new points of view, awesome, you’ve reached somewhere that might interest you. Join us as we meet some earthly guests who may well introduce you to some alien concepts. If you want to hear about how porn shapes our desires, when sex needs therapy, or what it’s like to be a sex worker, you’re in the right place.Sometimes challenging, sometimes confronting, always enlightening. Buckle up.Available everywhere extraordinary podcasts are found.Reach out to us at: hello@sexinspace.comFollow us on instagram at: @sexinspacedotcomStalk us on Facebook at: @sexinspacedotcomFor more info, check out our website at: www.sexinspace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. #78 - Anil Padavatan / Understanding transgender healthcare

    1 DAY AGO

    #78 - Anil Padavatan / Understanding transgender healthcare

    On the latest episode of the Sex in Space podcast, Toshi had the opportunity to speak with Anil Padavatan, the Health Programs Lead at GATE, (Global Action for Trans Equality), about trans healthcare. Together, they had a conversation about what trans healthcare is, why and how all kinds of people – not just those who are transgender – access services like puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy, they debunked some common myths and misinformation surrounding this topic, and looked at the different ways that families can exist in the world.  Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro   00:39 – What is GATE?   01:13 – What does it mean to be transgender?   02:42 – What is trans healthcare?   03:38 – What is gender affirming care?   04:48 – Some examples of gender affirming care  05:18 – Some reasons a person might access gender affirming care   06:09 – Cisgender people also access gender affirming care  08:13 – How do puberty blockers work?   09:37 – Are puberty blockers reversible?   10:41 – When can people use puberty blockers?   13:13 – Risks and benefits of puberty blockers  16:41 – The reality of medical interventions for young people    18:45 – What is hormone replacement therapy and who uses it?   21:34 – Being transgender and fertility   26:23 – What is gender affirming surgery?  27:50 – Who is able to access gender affirming surgery?   30:05 – The facts around gender affirming surgery and regret   34:25 – Different kinds of families   37:42 – Conclusion    Resources:   World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care 8:  https://www.wpath.org/soc8    Guidelines for gender affirming healthcare for gender diverse and transgender children, young people and adults in Aotearoa, New Zealand:  https://patha.nz/Guidelines    Southern African HIV Clinicians Society Gender Affirming Healthcare Guidelines: https://www.sahivsoc.org/Subheader/Index/sahcs-guidelines    Cornell University Public Policy Research Portal, What does the scholarly research say about the effect of gender transition on transgender well-being?:  https://whatweknow.inequality.cornell.edu/topics/lgbt-equality/what-does-the-scholarly-research-say-about-the-well-being-of-transgender-people/    GATE Knowledge Portal:  https://gate.ngo/knowledge-portal/    Reaffirming Autonomy of Trans and Gender Diverse Children and Adolescents:  https://gate.ngo/knowledge-portal/publication/reaffirming-autonomy-of-trans-and-gender-diverse-children-and-adolescents/    Trans and Intersex Rising Zimbabwe:  https://trinrizim.weebly.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  2. #77 - Dr Paula Hall / Compulsive porn use: what you need to know

    16 SEPT

    #77 - Dr Paula Hall / Compulsive porn use: what you need to know

    On this week's episode of the podcast, we were thrilled to be joined by Dr Paula Hall, a sexual and relationship psychotherapist who specialises in helping people affected by sex addiction and porn addiction. Dr Hall has been working as a therapist for 30 years and currently runs the biggest clinic in the UK, and the biggest therapy training programme for compulsive sexual behaviours.   Together, Dr Hall and Toshi spoke about identifying problematic porn use, advice for anyone who thinks that their porn consumption might be an issue, the impact that compulsive porn use has on partners and how they can access support of their own, why being anti-porn is not the solution and why compulsive porn use is the symptom of a bigger issue.   Dr Hall is the author of several books including Understanding & Treating Sex and Pornography Addiction, Sex Addiction: The Partner’s Perspective, Confronting Porn, and Sex Addiction: A Guide for Couples. Dr Hall has also peer reviewed a number of papers.   Watch her TED Talk on sex addiction here: https://youtu.be/-Qf2e3XZ8Tw?si=8VpOEgOynjCgDxjU  Learn more about the Laurel Centre: https://thelaurelcentre.co.uk/  Find more info about Pivotal Recovery here: https://www.pivotalrecovery.org/  Check out our book, 'How to talk with your kids about porn: https://www.sexinspace.com/book-2   Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro   00:40 – Dr Hall’s background + work   03:41 – Porn addiction vs compulsive porn use  06:02 – When is someone’s porn use problematic?   08:31 – Advice if you think your porn use might be an issue  10:33 – How shame gets in the way of people seeking help  12:45 – Why you need to work out what healthy sexuality means for you   14:36 – The impact of compulsive porn use on partners  16:55 – Support for partners of someone with compulsive porn use   18:43 – Dr Hall’s message for parents   24:06 – Why being anti-porn is not a solution  27:44 – The issue with trying to block pornography  29:28 – How moral debates can get in the way of helping people  33:18 – Compulsive porn use is the symptom of a bigger issue  35:52 – How the brain changes when a behaviour shifts from being recreational to compulsive   38:22 – One thing Dr. Hall wants you to take away from this podcast  39:31 – About Pivotal Recovery  40:43 - Conclusion  Software mentioned by Dr Hall - Canopy: https://canopy.us/ Qustodio: https://www.qustodio.com/en/ Covenant Eyes: https://www.covenanteyes.com/ -----------------    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/      Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  3. #76 - Catherine Carr / Unpacking 'About the Boys'

    10 SEPT

    #76 - Catherine Carr / Unpacking 'About the Boys'

    Tim was joined by Catherine Carr for this episode – Catherine is producer of the acclaimed BBC Radio 4 series 'About The Boys.' This insightful five-part series takes a deep dive into the lives of teenage boys in the UK, exploring their challenges, fears, and hopes in a world that's rapidly changing. The show has been praised for its honest and raw portrayal of boys' experiences, offering a platform for their voices to be heard. Catherine, who is also a mother of boys, brings a unique and empathetic perspective to the series, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the lives of young men today.  Listen to ‘About the Boys’ here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001yshm/episodes/player  Freddie Feltham, mentioned in the podcast: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2024/jan/06/im-andrew-tates-audience-and-i-know-why-he-appeals-to-young-men  Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro   01:26 – Catherine’s background   03:26 – What ‘About the Boys’ is all about  06:14 – The two stories that kicked off the project  11:37 – How Catherine put the series together  12:47 – Societal perceptions of young boys  16:29 – Letting the boys tell their story  18:30 – The impact of social media on boys  21:03 – Problematic male influencers  24:51 – The gaps in education for young people  29:00 – Where young people are learning from   31:45 – Tips for talking with kids about sexuality and relationships  33:17 – The spaces boys inhabit: real and online  37:41 – The importance of honest conversations  40:41 – Ending on a note of optimism  41:27 – Will there be an ‘About the Girls’?   43:10 – Conclusion   -----------------    Check out our books, 'How to talk with your kids about porn' and 'The Organ Education Forgot', available at https://www.sexinspace.com/books to download or buy.    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  4. #75 - Verity Johnson / Male strip clubs - a lesson on female sexuality

    2 SEPT

    #75 - Verity Johnson / Male strip clubs - a lesson on female sexuality

    Toshi spoke with Verity Johnson, also known as Miss Vee, who MC’s for Men of Steel, New Zealand’s only male strip club. Toshi and Verity had a conversation about what audience members can expect from a night at Men of Steel, Verity’s advice for anyone thinking of going but who might be a little nervous, as well as what she’s learned about female sexuality in New Zealand from working at Men of Steel – including the differences between different generations of women and their attitudes towards sexuality, and tips for becoming less apologetic about your sexuality and desires as a female.   Check out Men of Steel here: https://www.menofsteel.co.nz/  Find them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clubmenofsteel/?hl=en  Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro   00:40 – What is Men of Steel?   02:35 – How people respond to the experience  03:48 – What does a typical night look like at Men of Steel?   06:55 – Who goes to this male strip club?   09:25 – Female sexuality in New Zealand  13:07 – What to know if you feel nervous about going to Men of Steel  15:00 – What Miss Vee wishes people knew about Men of Steel  16:58 – Views around male stripping over the past 25 years  18:54 – Different generational attitudes towards sex  22:16 – Advice on embracing your sexuality   23:54 – Listen to this if you’re thinking about coming to Men of Steel  24:28 – Ticket info   24:42 – Conclusion   -----------------    Check out our books, 'How to talk with your kids about porn' and 'The Organ Education Forgot', available at https://www.sexinspace.com/books to download or buy.    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  5. #74 - Kate Barnhart / Supporting LGBTQ+ homeless youth

    27 AUG

    #74 - Kate Barnhart / Supporting LGBTQ+ homeless youth

    For this episode, Toshi was joined by Kate Barnhart from New Alternatives NYC, a multi-service drop-in centre for LGBT homeless youth and young adults in New York City. They provide a range of services, everything from food, court advocacy, school supplies and supportive counselling. Together, Kate and Toshi spoke about the work that New Alternatives does, and why it’s so important.   Find New Alternatives NYC here: https://www.newalternativesnyc.org/    Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro  00:30 – Why LGBTQ+ youth are more at risk of being homeless   01:56 – What services does New Alternatives NYC offer?   03:31 – Meeting mental health needs  05:28 – How LGBTQ+ youth respond to the services offered by New Alternatives  06:04 – Memorable moments working at New Alternatives  08:43 – Who volunteers at New Alternatives  10:12 – Why Kate founded New Alternatives  11:42 – What Kate’s learned from working here  12:42 – Why this job is like solving a puzzle   13:24 – How listeners can support New Alternatives NYC   -----------------    Check out our books, 'How to talk with your kids about porn' and 'The Organ Education Forgot', available at https://www.sexinspace.com/books to download or buy.    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  6. Sex in Space / Trailer

    19 AUG

    Sex in Space / Trailer

    Sex in Space is a weekly podcast where we have open-minded conversations, delving into sex across all its infinite dimensions. Stories and voices from all genders, ages, relationships, life stages, ethnicities, walks of life, professions and ways of being in the universe. Available everywhere extraordinary podcasts are found. Subscribe to make sure you never miss an episode! Check out the full podcast episodes mentioned in the trailer: Dr Laurie Mintz / Satisfying sex lives: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/26-laurie-mintz-satisfying-sex-lives/id1554815508?i=1000622992065 Vanessa Hamilton / Sex ed for parents: top tips for tricky talks: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/38-vanessa-hamilton-sex-ed-for-parents-top-tips-for/id1554815508?i=1000633155903 Dr Jane Cherrington / How to talk with your kids about porn: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/43-dr-jane-cherrington-how-to-talk-with-your-kids-about-porn/id1554815508?i=1000641628876 Morgana O'Reilly / Let's talk bodies: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/30-morgana-oreilly-lets-talk-bodies/id1554815508?i=1000626751039 Michelle Hardenbrook / Owning the OnlyFans side-hustle: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/23-michelle-hardenbrook-owning-the-onlyfans-side-hustle/id1554815508?i=1000613465077 Shaneel Lal / Banning conversion therapy in NZ: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/37-shaneel-lal-banning-conversion-therapy-in-nz/id1554815508?i=1000632494766 Alex Layendecker / Sex in space: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/69-dr-alex-layendecker-sex-in-space/id1554815508?i=1000663034331 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    3 min
  7. #73 - Susan Bratton / An intimacy expert's guide to great sex

    19 AUG

    #73 - Susan Bratton / An intimacy expert's guide to great sex

    Toshi was joined by the wonderful Susan Bratton for today’s episode. Susan is an intimacy expert to millions, who is known as an ‘orgasmanaut’ and is an advocate for all those who desire intimacy and passion their whole life long. She's created a whole bunch of techniques that transform “having sex” into making love, and is the bestselling author and publisher of an incredible 44 books.  In this episode, Toshi and Susan spoke about why sex is a lifelong skill, the different kinds of orgasms the human body can experience, why bedroom communication skills are so important and how to get better at them, Susan’s top tips for having a great sex life, how to figure out your relationship values, and how to use erotic playdates to add variety to your sex life.  Find more of Susan here: https://susanbratton.com/  Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanbratton  Timestamps:   00:00 – Intro   01:20 – Susan the ‘orgasmanaut’  02:08 – What is an extended orgasm?   04:15 – What is an expanded orgasm?   06:07 – Susan’s experience with orgasms   07:43 – Susan's sex advice for younger people   11:00 – Matriarchal perspectives on sex    12:00 – Understanding pleasure and the female body  12:53 – The three ‘prongs’ to great sex   14:30 – The important thing to do to have a great sex life  16:21 – The sexual soulmate pact   21:03 – Working out what you want in bed   22:55 – How to communicate what you want with a partner  26:45 – Sharing favourite frames after you make love   28:51 – Figuring out your relationship values   32:55 – Using erotic playdates to add variety to your sex life   36:01 – Summary and conclusion  -----------------    Check out our books, 'How to talk with your kids about porn' and 'The Organ Education Forgot', available at https://www.sexinspace.com/books to download or buy.    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  8. #72 - William Moore / Exploring Male Girth Enhancement - the science and the impacts

    14 AUG

    #72 - William Moore / Exploring Male Girth Enhancement - the science and the impacts

    In this episode, Tim had the opportunity to talk with William Moore, founder of the AdvancedYOU clinic, and developer of PhalloFILL Male Girth Enhancement. They spoke about all things penis girth enhancement, from the reasons people seek this help and treatment, to the processes of the procedure, the effects and benefits, the impacts of pornography on male body image, and the future of biohacking your health.   Learn more about PhalloFILL: https://phallofill.com/  Find more about William here: https://advanced-you.com/  -----------------    Check out our books, 'How to talk with your kids about porn' and 'The Organ Education Forgot', available at https://www.sexinspace.com/books to download or buy.    Follow us here:  https://www.instagram.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.tiktok.com/@sexinspacedotcom  https://www.facebook.com/sexinspacedotcom  https://www.youtube.com/@sexinspace   For more info, check out our website at:  https://www.sexinspace.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
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Sex in Space is a podcast where we have open-minded conversations, delving into sex across all its infinite dimensions. Stories and voices from all genders, ages, relationships, life stages, ethnicities, walks of life, professions and ways of being in the universe.If sex is a subject that interests you, if you feel… (like most of us do) your education might have more than a few gaps in it, if you’re not sure you’re fully equipped to talk to the next generation, or you just feel like exploring some new points of view, awesome, you’ve reached somewhere that might interest you. Join us as we meet some earthly guests who may well introduce you to some alien concepts. If you want to hear about how porn shapes our desires, when sex needs therapy, or what it’s like to be a sex worker, you’re in the right place.Sometimes challenging, sometimes confronting, always enlightening. Buckle up.Available everywhere extraordinary podcasts are found.Reach out to us at: hello@sexinspace.comFollow us on instagram at: @sexinspacedotcomStalk us on Facebook at: @sexinspacedotcomFor more info, check out our website at: www.sexinspace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Sex in Space
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    82
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    Explicit
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