In Bed With Alexa

Sexologist Alexa Andre (⁠@sexwithalexa⁠) is joined by Cydney (⁠@cydneythelight⁠) in this episode where they dive deep into postpartum body insecurities, bisexuality, and dating. Cydney opens up about her journey from being confident in her body before giving birth to hiding her body for 8 years after having her son at 19. They also discuss how her mom raised a confident daughter, but the lack of representation for stretch marks and postpartum bodies took a toll. Cydney talks about her bisexual awakening, what dating women is like compared to men, and how intimacy and sex differ. From insecurity to acceptance, Cydney shares her inspiring story of body positivity and love.

Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) is joined by Rachel Wright, a therapist, sex therapist, educator, and non-monogamy expert. We dive into the most common issues she sees in her sex therapy practice and her 4-step process for better communication with your partner. Rachel shares her unique journey as a pregnant woman with another pregnant wife, discussing body changes, hiring a doula, and fulfilling people's desire to have sex with a pregnant person. We also cover how to ask for reassurance, cope with a partner's past cheating, and get along with an ex. Plus, a special update: baby Logan has been born since we recorded the episode and is a happy, healthy baby!

Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) is joined by Karl, the founder of Klub Verboten, one of the most inclusive and progressive kink spaces in Europe. They delve into how the club was born, who can attend, and the rules that ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. Karl shares his hot takes on why straight cis men tend to stay away and how he learned to become a great lover. We also discuss the importance of feedback from the community and how KV adapts to make the space even better for everyone.

Karl opens up about dating within the kink scene and managing an entire community while being an introvert. From venue nightmares to why Klub Verboten doesn’t bring performers to their events, we talk about it all—including Karl’s experience using a fake online profile to better understand cis-het men. Plus, tips for anyone preparing to attend their first KV event and insights into why education and guardianship are crucial to keeping single women and all attendees safe.

In this episode, sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) is joined by Maxwell Fierce, a non-binary rope rigger, educator, performer, and tattoo artist, for a deep dive into the world of Shibari. Maxwell brings their wealth of experience to the table as we explore Shibari from every angle. We delve into the nitty-gritty of rope play, discussing how it serves as more than just a kink, but a pathway to self-expression and body confidence. From the intricacies of finding a trustworthy top to the risks involved in rope play, we leave no stone unturned. But our conversation goes beyond the technicalities as we ponder the profound impact of Shibari on personal growth and liberation. Max shares insightful anecdotes on how Shibari can unlock hidden desires and help individuals embrace their true selves. As an added treat, Maxwell throws in some playful tips on discovering your "porn name." Go watch the YouTube video for extra footage and a little rope demo!

In this episode, sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) is joined by Violet, an extremely lesbian-leaning bisexual and founder of Mesh, a queer event app in NYC. We dive into the world of queer dating, discussing how to pick up women (or non-cis men), how to approach, what to say, and where to go. Violet shares her insights on figuring out if someone is queer, handling rejection, and the differences between picking people up in real life versus on dating apps. Whether you're new to the queer dating scene or looking to refine your skills, this episode is packed with valuable advice and tips.