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Mid-20s “Virgin” to Phone Sex Operator: April Would

Writer, April Would, felt shame for being a virgin in young adulthood. When she realized her relationship with her “first time” partner wouldn’t last, April questioned a lot of what she’d learned about sex and their own desires. Eventually, April delved into sex work and audio erotica, which led to even more epiphanies. Hear April’s […]

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Fruit Loop Orgasms and Sexy Confidence: Lachi

Globally touring recording artist, Lachi, wasn’t sure what orgasms even were when she left the U.S. for boarding school overseas. After exploring her sexuality for a while, she realized what Big Os really entail. That awakening set the stage for greater confidence, in and outside of the bedroom. In addition to Lachi’s story, you’ll get […]

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A Fun, Sexy Game! updated replay

Five years ago, a group of friends gathered with August in the Girl Boner Radio studio to play You Don’t Know My Life – and shared spicy, funny, touching, and embarrassing stories from their lives. You’ll hear about puberty mishaps, awkward kisses, sexy exploration, unforgettable dates and more. Listen, enjoy, and play along! Stream it […]

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A Green-Eyed Orgasm: Dr. Joli Hamilton

What if jealousy isn’t a “monster” after all? Dr. Joli Hamilton had built a career studying and helping others navigate jealousy when her own “green eyes” impacted her sexuality in ways she’d never imagined. You’ll also hear about Joli’s sexual self-discovery journey, a relationship epiphany during that changed everything and her top advice for anyone […]

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The Affair (Amid Purity Culture) They Don’t Regret: Julia and Jeremiah

Both Julia and Jeremiah grew up in religious communities, where sexuality, affairs and divorce were deeply stigmatized. Their journeys shed light on infidelity, intimacy and the role evangelical ideas and purity culture can play in all of these things. Learn much more in the new Girl Boner Radio episode! Stay tuned after the outro music […]

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Glimmer to Spark to Bonfire: Chris Maxwell Rose

Somatic sex educator, Chris Maxwell Rose, was leading a rich, full life when a sudden medical crisis threatened their life. Eroticism, care from others – especially their partner, Charlotte, and, eventually, self-care, saved them. Learn much more in the new Girl Boner Radio episode! Stream it on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spotify or below! […]

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Rediscovering Her Eroticism: Charlotte Mia Rose

Charlotte Mia Rose felt connected to her eroticism from early on. It remained a huge part of her life and identity into adulthood, when she met her life and work partner, Chris. A year after having a baby, Charlotte’s world changed when she became a triple caretaker. And for the first time, she felt an […]

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Dark Spaces, Sexploration and Self-Worth: Ginelle and Nancy Jo

Ginelle Testa sought connection in chat rooms as a kid, which led her to webcam for coins and validation. Nancy Jo Sales was “very sexualized” in childhood, too, then experienced common and related challenges while using dating apps as a middle-aged woman. Both women wrote powerful memoirs about their experiences – Ginelle’s with addiction and […]

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Turning Herself On, for Real: Rena Martine

When Rena Martine found herself feeling burnt out in her career and unable to stay faithful in her monogamous relationships, she knew something needed to change. Epiphanies about both areas of her life changed just about everything for the better.  Learn much more in the new Girl Boner Radio episode! In addition to Rena’s story, […]

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From Sexual “Purity” to Freedom and Self-Love: Mattie Jo and Amber

Mattie Jo Cowsert and Amber Cantorna-Wylde grew up entrenched in purity culture, which impacted their relationship to sex, pleasure, and themselves profoundly. Their rocky paths to freedom shed light on the powerful role sexual self-discovery can play in our lives and relationships. Learn much more in the new Girl Boner Radio episode. Stream it on […]

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