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The Turn On is produced and co-hosted by sex educator Erica Easter and me, author and Black joy advocate Kenrya Rankin. It uses literary erotica as a jumping off point to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people.

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The Turn On is produced and co-hosted by sex educator Erica Easter and me, author and Black joy advocate Kenrya Rankin. It uses literary erotica as a jumping off point to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people.

    Season 5 | Episode 11 | End of the Road

    Season 5 | Episode 11 | End of the Road

    In this episode of The Turn On, Erica and Kenrya say goodbye. They still love y'all, though.

    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-episode-11-end-of-the-road.

    Connect With The Turn On
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    • 58 min
    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2, E6 | I Will Survive

    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2, E6 | I Will Survive

    The Turn On uses literary erotica to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people. 

    This week, we're revisiting Season 2, Episode 6. In this episode of The Turn On, Erica and Kenrya read an excerpt from "Forbidden" by Beverly Jenkins and talk about finding—and living into—your life's purpose.
    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-double-dippin-s2-e6-i-will-survive.

    Connect With The Turn On
    Website: http://www.theturnonpodcast.com
    Instagram: @TheTurnOnPodcast
    Twitter: @TheTurnOnPod
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTurnOnPodcast/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTurnOnPodcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTurnOn?fan_landing=true
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    • 59 min
    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2, E4 | Second Time Around

    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2, E4 | Second Time Around

    The Turn On uses literary erotica to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people. 

    This week, we're revisiting Season 2, Episode 4. In this episode of The Turn On, Erica and Kenrya read from Tasha Harrison's "A Taste of Her Own Medicine" and discuss their complicated relationship with hand jobs, dating after divorce and the art of picking good partners.
    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-double-dippin-s2-e4-second-time-around.

    Connect With The Turn On
    Website: http://www.theturnonpodcast.com
    Instagram: @TheTurnOnPodcast
    Twitter: @TheTurnOnPod
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTurnOnPodcast/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTurnOnPodcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTurnOn?fan_landing=true
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    Support the show

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2 Q3 | The Casting Couch

    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S2 Q3 | The Casting Couch

    The Turn On uses literary erotica to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people. 

    This week, we're revisiting Season 2, Quickie 3 of The Turn On. In this bonus episode of The Turn On, Erica and Kenrya cast a few of this season's books with known and unknown stars.
    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-double-dippin-s2-q3-the-casting-couch.

    Connect With The Turn On
    Website: http://www.theturnonpodcast.com
    Instagram: @TheTurnOnPodcast
    Twitter: @TheTurnOnPod
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTurnOnPodcast/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTurnOnPodcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTurnOn?fan_landing=true
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    Support the show

    • 23 min
    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S1, E1.5 | The Turn On x Leone Ross

    Season 5 | Double Dippin' | S1, E1.5 | The Turn On x Leone Ross

    The Turn On uses literary erotica to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people.

    This week, we're revisiting Season 1, Episode 1.5 of The Turn On. Erica and Kenrya interview Leone Ross, author of "Come Let Us Sing Anyway." We talk inspiration, first times and the world leader we're sure has never, ever been present while a woman was having an orgasm.

    Resources
    Book, "Come Let Us Sing Anyway":  Bookshop | AmazonAuthor, Leone Ross: Website | Instagram | TwitterPeepal Tree PressDear Writer Girl

    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-double-dippin-s1-e15-the-turn-on-x-leone-ross.

    Connect With The Turn On
    Website: http://www.theturnonpodcast.com
    Instagram: @TheTurnOnPodcast
    Twitter: @TheTurnOnPod
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTurnOnPodcast/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTurnOnPodcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTurnOn?fan_landing=true
    Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/the-turn-on-podcast
    Support the show

    • 45 min
    Season 5 | Episode 10.5 | The Turn On x Claire Kann

    Season 5 | Episode 10.5 | The Turn On x Claire Kann

    The Turn On uses literary erotica to explore the intricacies of having sex while Black, via a mix of storytelling, humor and frank talk that centers the lived experiences of Black women, femmes and gender nonconforming people.

    In this episode of The Turn On, Erica and Kenrya talk to Author Claire Kann about finding motivation wherever you can, the link between horror and anxiety, taking back your agency, trying not to write a villain, communicating boundaries without being mean and reveling in joyful moments even when things feel hard.

    Resources
    Book, "The Romantic Agenda" by Claire Kann | Bookshop | AmazonAuthor, Claire Kann | Website | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookBook, "Take A Hint, Dani Brown" by Talia Hibbert | Bookshop | AmazonBook, "Let's Talk About Love" by Claire Kann | Bookshop | AmazonBook, "If It Makes You Happy" by Claire Kann | Bookshop | AmazonBook, "The Marvelous" by Claire Kann | Bookshop | Amazon
    You can find full show notes, a transcript and links to everything we mentioned on this episode at https://www.theturnonpodcast.com/transcripts/season-5-episode-10_5-the-turn-on-x-claire-kann.

    Connect With The Turn On
    Website: http://www.theturnonpodcast.com
    Instagram: @TheTurnOnPodcast
    Twitter: @TheTurnOnPod
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTurnOnPodcast/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheTurnOnPodcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTurnOn?fan_landing=true
    Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/the-turn-on-podcast
    Support the show

    • 1 hr 5 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
60 Ratings

60 Ratings

Journey's mom ,

MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!!!

My best friend suggested that I listen to The Turn On and BAYBAY…so glad that I did. The ladies are hilarious and transparent. The selections are always so amazing. If you haven’t listened to them yet PLEASE do. You will not be disappointed.

Kwm537 ,

Excellent Podcast for Lovers of Black Romance

Thank you for a wonderful podcast. I have spent way too many hours listening to previous episodes. Love the energy and dynamic you create with your lively discussions. Looking forward to continued listening.

Bootup_hu ,

Where have you been

So proud of the crew, how did I miss a whole season?

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