Episodes

  • Protect Trans Kids: The Ontario Sex Health Curriculum & Gender Basics 101

    Protect Trans Kids: The Ontario Sex Health Curriculum & Gender Basics 101
    Oct 26 2023
    My response to the protesting of sexual health curriculum in Canada and the support for trans kids & gender non conforming kids in schools. We are also seeing a tremendous backlash in the USA with a record number of anti-trans & LBGTQIA ++ laws being passed — we in the midst of a mental health epidemic of depression, anxiety, addiction & trauma. Please listen and share with an open mind. We need to give kids the safe spaces they need to thrive. Schools are that safe space — and using gender affirming language not only creates safe spaces, it also protects kids from mental health crisis and suicidality. Resources: Ontario Public School Health Curriculum- link: https://www.ontario.ca/document/health-and-physical-education-grades-1-8/human-development-and-sexual-health-education-grade Research:
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    46 mins
  • Part2: The Essential Safer Sex Episode : Gonorrhea,HPV,Syphilis & Condoms 101

    Part2: The Essential Safer Sex Episode : Gonorrhea,HPV,Syphilis & Condoms 101
    Aug 30 2023
    In this episode I go through the importance of practising SAFER sex which is a harm reduction model —in contrast with an abstinence model. I review information from Health link BC, Mayo Clinic & Public Health Ontario — and also ways to have a difficult conversation about sexual partners, routine testing and the importance of being ready both physically and mentally for sexual relationships. If you’re looking for a sexual health clinic - please visit: your city’s Public Health office or Public Health Canada website for the closest free STI clinic near you— USA: Planned Parenthood or your Family Doctor. If you appreciate my work please consider being a sponsor at my Patreon account : http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    39 mins
  • Part1: The Essential Safer Sex Episodes

    Part1: The Essential Safer Sex Episodes
    Jul 18 2023
    In this episode I go through the importance of practising SAFER sex which is a harm reduction model —in contrast with an abstinence model. I review information from Health link BC and Planned Parenthood — and also ways to have a difficult conversation about sexual partners, routine testing and the importance of being ready both physically and mentally for sexual relationships. If you appreciate my work please consider being a sponsor at my Patreon account : http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    27 mins
  • What is Love? Types of Polyamory & Attachment & Loving Yourself First

    What is Love? Types of Polyamory & Attachment & Loving Yourself First
    Jul 15 2023
    Today I talk about polyamory as an umbrella term— reframing poly on a huge continuum to many constructs with partner(s). I also explore how poly can help us learn about our relationship attachment, break down cis-heteronormativity & explore what we genuinely need in our loving relationships. Recommended books - Polysecure by Jessica Fern, The Ethical Slut by Easton & Hardy, Opening up by Tristan Taramino
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    40 mins
  • Spice Level 1000 - How to Add Variety, Novelty & Interest Relationships

    Spice Level 1000 - How to Add Variety, Novelty & Interest Relationships
    Jun 12 2023
    This episode we explore sex positive methods to increase novelty, variety, and interest in sexual relationships (with a variety of activities suggested to generate discussions). Also a focus on challenges like fatigue, building sexual appetite, differences in libido. I also review the importance of scheduled “sex dates” to continue expand authenticity, awareness and positive attitudes toward sexual play. References - Carlyle at Good for Her Sex Shop in Toronto, ON and Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz - Book: The Components if Optimal Sexuality, A Portrait of Great Sex, Ottawa, ON - Likert Sex Scale from Getting the Sex you Want by Tammy Nelson. If you enjoyed this podcast - Please consider donating to my Patreon account at http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    36 mins
  • Pride is a Protest - Fighting Homophobia— More than Rainbows, Glitter & Celebration

    Pride is a Protest - Fighting Homophobia— More than Rainbows, Glitter & Celebration
    Jun 12 2023
    Published Today June 28— On the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots —- History of Pride, The stone wall riots, rainbow flag origin 🏳️‍🌈 and the ongoing battle against homophobia and transphobia— be proud of who you are, you are beautiful just for being you 🌈🌈🌈 References (History Channel, Rainbow Flag via Wikipedia, The Rise of Homophobia 2014 essay, Global News Canada) If you enjoyed this podcast - Please consider donating to my Patreon account at http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    37 mins
  • No Means No—Sexual Consent, Systemic Oppression & Sex Positive Parenting

    No Means No—Sexual Consent, Systemic Oppression & Sex Positive Parenting
    Jun 12 2023
    An exploration of consent culture— what is sexual consent, how to attain explicit consent, legal implications & systemic forms of oppression, such as racism, which create barriers to social change & maintain power dynamics. Education for parents how to teach children healthy boundaries as prevention of sexual assault, teaching body autonomy & learning to be respectful of physical, mental, & emotional space of others. References - Fresh” Thoughts on Studying Sexual Assault, Jeanette Norris, June 1, 2011 PubMed, Canada Department of Justice, https://www.justice.gc.ca, Let’s Talk Racism In Terms of Sexual Violence, Tatiana Piper, https://www.nsvrc.org/sites/default/files/2019-08/Let’s%20Talk%20Racism%20NSAC%202019.pdf - If you enjoyed this podcast - Please consider donating to my Patreon account at http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    32 mins
  • Parent Series: Tweens! How to Talk to your 9-13 year old PreTeen & Keep your Cool

    Parent Series: Tweens! How to Talk to your 9-13 year old PreTeen & Keep your Cool
    May 5 2023
    This episode I’m talking about how to have effective sexual health education discussions with your tween (part of the many conversations you’ve already had)… and helping them build capacity for healthy relationships with their own identities and their relationships— including navigating challenges with: friends and peers, puberty changes, how to say no to peer pressure, conversations dating, coming out & discovering sexual orientation, gender identity for males, females, intersex and LBGQTQ plus & trans gender and gender non conforming tweens. Also, how to be a good friend and ally, how to promote your values as a parent and be a good role model through a sex positive framework, and eliminating using shame , guilt or fear in these conversations. By giving your tween accurate information you support them in making responsible choices in the future when they will face real life choices. Resources - Planned Parenthood, Beyond the Basics - Action Canada for Sexual Health, Puberty: Stages : www.myclevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22192-puberty. - DBT skills for Adolescents, by Rathaus, Miller (2015), PFLAG - Supports for Friends & Family, www.PFLAGCanada.ca - www.ncfp.org www.genderspectrum.org www.mykidisgay.com Videos: YouTube— Tea & Consent https://youtu.be/pZwvrxVavnQ - Please support My Patreon if you appreciate my work: http://patreon.com/TheSexPositivePodcast
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    1 hr and 38 mins