Episode 193 ’The ‘Hell Yes! Checklist’ (Gretchen Shanks)
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09/22/21 • 29 min
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Ever been asked ‘What turns you on’? Sex and relationship coach Gretchen Shanks had been celibate for years, with no idea how to answer that question. So she hires an expert - Bawdy’s own Princess Fancypants! - who sends her a single-spaced 12 page checklist (don’t worry, it’s not comprehensive) & together, they explore Gretchen’s FuckNos & HellYesses. This episode has ProTips, as well as bondage advice on how to make your kinky fantasies come true. #FindYourVoice #ProDomme #Listicle
Gretchen Shanks (she/her) is a Seattle-based sex and dating coach trained in the Somatica method, an experiential and practical method of coaching that’s grounded in the body. She came to this work after confronting and tackling her own struggles with body image, dating, and shame about her sexuality. Now she gets great satisfaction helping others untangle the knots of socialization, shame, and uncertainty so they can embrace and embody their erotic self and have the kind of sex and relationships they’ve always wanted.
You can find Gretchen at https://www.gretchenshanks.com
on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gretchen.shanks
or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gretchen.shanks/
Song: ‘I wanna be your Slave (Måneskin)
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Ever been asked ‘What turns you on’? Sex and relationship coach Gretchen Shanks had been celibate for years, with no idea how to answer that question. So she hires an expert - Bawdy’s own Princess Fancypants! - who sends her a single-spaced 12 page checklist (don’t worry, it’s not comprehensive) & together, they explore Gretchen’s FuckNos & HellYesses. This episode has ProTips, as well as bondage advice on how to make your kinky fantasies come true. #FindYourVoice #ProDomme #Listicle
Gretchen Shanks (she/her) is a Seattle-based sex and dating coach trained in the Somatica method, an experiential and practical method of coaching that’s grounded in the body. She came to this work after confronting and tackling her own struggles with body image, dating, and shame about her sexuality. Now she gets great satisfaction helping others untangle the knots of socialization, shame, and uncertainty so they can embrace and embody their erotic self and have the kind of sex and relationships they’ve always wanted.
You can find Gretchen at https://www.gretchenshanks.com
on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gretchen.shanks
or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gretchen.shanks/
Song: ‘I wanna be your Slave (Måneskin)
Episode Links
Uberlube: Your body benefits from lube, and Uberlube is the best! Uberlube offers you the clean, natural, long-lasting performance you want, then quickly dissipates without leaving a sticky residue. Right now, They’re offering Bawdy Storytelling listeners a special offer: 10% off and FREE shipping, when you use the code Dixie at uberlube.com - give it a try, it’s Dixie’s favorite Lube! #SupportThePodcast #LubeRocks
Like A Kitten: Has your sex fallen into the same old, dull routine? Break those habits with a fun sexy box from Like A Kitten. This month they’re helping you choose your own adventure with their BYOB box. A.K.A., Build Your Own Box! You get to choose one item out of each of their 6 categories: Toys, Beauty Products, Lubes and Cleansers, Games, Sexy Accessories, and Lingerie. Within each category, you have 8 or more products you can choose from, so you can customize your kit. The box only costs $69, and some of the vibrators alone retail for more than that. & Right now, Like A Kitten is offering our listeners 20% off AND free shipping when you go to https://likeakitten.com/Dixie And/or enter the code Dixie at checkout. And I love that that a portion of all sales goes to charities that focus on women’s empowerment, education, and health. So, you can feel good about feelin’ good!
Patreon: Become a member of our Patreon community & You can get free livestream tickets, get access to all the livestream replays, be connected to other Bawdy fans, and so much more. Sign up for The Hookup ($10/month) or higher means that you receive free tickets to special events, Free tickets to our Livestream shows, access to the livestream replay, ad-free episodes of the podcast & more. Our Patreon has new patron tiers like the Confidante, the Concierge & more. Our Patrons have kept Bawdy going during COVID and as we struggle with re-entry, we’re saying Thank you to all of you with Insider Info and exclusive access. While other events have gone away, Patreon (and you) are allowing us to continue to produce the Bawdy podcast, livestreams and live shows. We’re offering great rewards on Patreon, so become a Member Now at https://www.patreon.com/Bawdy
You can also Support Bawdy by sending your one-time donation to:
Venmo: Venmo.com/BawdyStorytelling
Paypal: [email protected]
Zelle: [email protected]
(& Thank You in advance!)
Cameo/Custom Dixie video: Need the perfect gift? I’ve been having so much fun making customized videos for you! Send your friends and lovers a custom ‘Cameo’ video from Dixie (with or without applause tiddies), it’s a great way to send love from far away to a Bawdy fan... For just $69, you and I can have a short zoom call, you can tell me all about the recipient, and I’ll make a custom video from you for their special day. Find out more by emailing [email protected] #CustomVideo #Gift
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