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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World

Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World

Courtney Kocak

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Private Parts Unknown (FKA Reality Bytes) is a Bourdain-style podcast exploring sex, love, relationships, gender, and seductive subcultures around the world. Join host Courtney Kocak and expert guests for hilarious, sex-positive conversations — destigmatizing everything from abortion to Ashley Madison, polyamory to PMDD, sex work to Shibari, and more. Travel series include Helsinki, Finland; Mexico City, Mexico; and Tokyo, Japan. Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of Pleasure Podcasts. For network details, contact [email protected].
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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Love Letter to Ukraine

Love Letter to Ukraine

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03/04/22 • 66 min

For the 78th episode of Private Parts Unknown, hosts Courtney Kocak and Sofiya Alexandra are sending a love letter to Sofiya’s homeland: Ukraine — more specifically Odessa, the pearl of the Black Sea.

Sofiya grew up in Odessa, Ukraine, before immigrating to the U.S. in 1994, when she was in middle school. Now, in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sofiya revisits the place she first called home, sharing her favorite memories and cultural touchstones, why it's Ukraine instead of "the Ukraine" (which undermines the country's sovereignty), how this war has made us realize our neglect of other conflict zones, and more. This episode was inspired by Sofiya's viral Twitter thread, which struck a chord with folks eager to learn more about Ukraine during this harrowing time.

We’re up for some Podca$h funding for the show, and, in addition to paying our team, we want to take a trip to Antarctica for a bucket list series about love and sexuality on the South Pole. Please write us a short love letter (just a sentence or two would be perfect!) letting them know what you love about our show. Please don’t hold back on the compliments! The deadline is Friday, March 4th. Here’s the link: https://www.podcash.com/love-letters/pLRE6

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - The Sex Lives of African Women with Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah

The Sex Lives of African Women with Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah

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04/08/22 • 64 min

For the 81st episode of Private Parts Unknown, hosts Courtney Kocak and Sofiya Alexandra welcome Ghanaian feminist writer and blogger Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah to discuss her new book: The Sex Lives of African Women. She also co-founded the award-winning blog Adventures from the Bedrooms of African Women.

Nana interviewed over 30 women from the continent of Africa and the diaspora for the book, and they came from a wide variety of identities and lifestyles. In this episode, we hear stories from polygamist, trans, sex worker perspectives — in addition to a woman who went through FGM (female genital mutation) and still has pleasurable sexual experiences. Nana also explains why she identifies as a pan-Africanist. This episode is guaranteed to expand your mind and teach you something new!

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Mind Trip: Ayahuasca with Intention

Mind Trip: Ayahuasca with Intention

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02/01/22 • 76 min

For the 74th episode of Private Parts Unknown, hosts Courtney Kocak and Sofiya Alexandra wade deeper into our series about the modern psychedelic renaissance as a new wave of decriminalization, legalization, and corporatization has begun to swell in the United States.

For the 2nd episode of our Mind Trip series, Courtney and Sofiya discuss the cultural origin of ayahuasca and how the psychoactive brew is made. Then, Courtney interviews a friend about his first experience participating in an ayahuasca ceremony, the importance of having an intention going into it, and what it’s been like integrating what he’s learned in the months after.

Check out this playlist of the whole Mind Trip series.

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Ukraine Under Attack: Journalist Turns Soldier with Yuriy Matsarsky

Ukraine Under Attack: Journalist Turns Soldier with Yuriy Matsarsky

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03/29/22 • 47 min

For the 80th episode of Private Parts Unknown, hosts Courtney Kocak and Sofiya Alexandra are joined by Ukrainian journalist and radio host turned civilian soldier Yuriy Matsarsky (Юрій Мацарський), currently fighting in a Territorial Defense Unit in Kyiv.

He touches on why he left his life in Moscow, what the daily life of a newly minted civilian soldier’s like, propaganda’s effect on his former journalist colleagues, and the difference between actually helping Ukraine and just performing (hint: turns out Facebook statuses are not that helpful, wow who knew). Plus, excerpts from his frontline podcast Fighting for Ukraine and poignant stories of Ukrainians banding together to resist Russia’s invasion (one includes soup!).

Слава Україні! Героям cлава! Cмерть ворогам!

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - "How to Make Me Come": Emma Koenig Explores the Female Orgasm & What Makes Women "Moan"
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09/04/24 • 46 min

For the 173rd episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Emma Koenig, the author & editor of Moan: Anonymous Essays on Female Orgasm.

Emma shares how her popular Tumblr, How to Make Me Come, evolved into a powerful book that explores the diverse and often misunderstood experiences of female pleasure. We discuss how sexuality is shamed and stigmatized, the need for better sex education, and the importance of open communication in the bedroom. Emma also offers insights on how partners can engage in honest dialogues about sexual needs and preferences. (This episode also features former co-hosts Sofiya Alexandra and Dave Rankin.)

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Psst, Courtney has an 0nIyFan$, which is a horny way to support the show: https://linktr.ee/cocopeepshow

Courtney is also teaching the writing and publishing intensive of your dreams this November. It's called November Newsletter & Pitch Party Extravaganza and will definitely take your writing practice and career to the next level. To join the fun, head to courtneykocak.com/teaching and use code PRIVATE for $100 off.

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - The Practicalities of Polyamory with "Monogamy? In this Economy?" Author Laura Boyle
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09/11/24 • 40 min

For the 174th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Laura Boyle, author of Monogamy? In this Economy?: Finances, Childrearing, and Other Practical Concerns of Polyamory.

In this interview, Laura Boyle shares her personal journey into polyamory, which began at age 19, and how she later became a relationship coach and educator on the topic. The conversation delves into the practical aspects of polyamorous relationships, including managing finances, child-rearing, and cohabitation—the subject of Boyle's latest book. Boyle highlights key findings from her research, such as the prevalence of three-adult households in polyamory and the challenges of navigating custody battles with non-polyamorous ex-partners. The discussion also explores the growing interest in non-monogamy, the stigma surrounding polyamory, and Boyle's philosophy as a relationship anarchist.

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Psst, Courtney has an 0nIyFan$, which is a horny way to support the show: https://linktr.ee/cocopeepshow

Courtney is also teaching the writing and publishing intensive of your dreams this November. It's called November Newsletter & Pitch Party Extravaganza and will definitely take your writing practice and career to the next level. To join the fun, head to courtneykocak.com/teaching and use code PRIVATE for $100 off.

Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of the Pleasure Podcast network. This episode is brought to you by:

  • Our Sponsor, FLESHLIGHT, can help you reach new heights with your self-pleasure. Fleshlight is the #1 selling male sex toy in the world. Looking for your next pocket pal? Save 10% on your next Fleshlight with Promo Code: PRIVATE at fleshlight.com.
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Let’s be friends on social media! Follow the show on Instagram @privatepartsunknown and Twitter @privatepartsun. Connect with host Courtney Kocak @courtneykocak on Instagram and Twitter.

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Mind Trip: Dipping Our Toes in the Psychedelic Water

Mind Trip: Dipping Our Toes in the Psychedelic Water

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01/28/22 • 68 min

For the 73rd episode of Private Parts Unknown, hosts Courtney Kocak and Sofiya Alexandra kick off a new series about the modern psychedelic renaissance as a wave of decriminalization, legalization, and corporatization begins to swell in the United States.

In this episode, Courtney and Sofiya share their previous experiences and touchstones with psychedelics, including psilocybin (aka magic mushrooms) and acid, and explain what inspired the Mind Trip series. Then, Courtney interviews Psychedelic Water founder Keith Stein and director of marketing Ben Rogul about their product, brand origin, and strategy. And finally, Courtney follows up with Ben Rogul for the full story about how psychedelics “saved him" after a concussion.

For more from our Mind Trip series, check out this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Sabv4TOwfOmD2OwvPyxBJ

For more from today's guests:

Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of the Pleasure Podcast network. This episode is brought to you by:

  • Dipsea is an audio erotica app full of short, sexy stories and guided sessions designed to turn you on. Dipsea is offering a 30-day free trial when you go to dipseastories.com/private.
  • Beducated is like the Netflix of Sexual Wellness! They are an online course platform with easy-to-follow video, audio, and written guides. You can join Beducated for as little as $9.99 per month when you use our code, PRIVATE. That’s 65% off when you use our coupon code PRIVATE at Beducated.com. http://beducate.me/private

If you love this episode, please leave us a 5-star rating and sexy review! —> ratethispodcast.com/private

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Let’s be friends on social media! Follow the show on Instagram @privatepartsunknown and Twitter @privatepartsun. Connect with hosts Courtney Kocak @courtneykocak and Sofiya @thesofiya on Instagram and Twitter.

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Introducing: Holly Randall Unfiltered – Adriana Chechik on Her Wild Career
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03/31/23 • 16 min

Are you a fan of adult entertainment? Then you've got to listen to one of my favorite podcasts: Holly Randall Unfiltered. In this sample from Holly's show, the iconic performer Adriana Chechick joins Holly for an interview that shows Adriana's MANY sides! You’ll hear about her upbringing in foster care, her honest reflections on career regrets, and why she finds gangbangs empowering. Adriana will surprise you with her brutally honest insight into a storied career that brought her so much fame... and why she has decided to leave it all behind.

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Psst, Courtney has an 0nIyFan$, which is a horny way to support the show: https://linktr.ee/cocopeepshow

Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of the Pleasure Podcast network. This episode is brought to you by:

  • Our Sponsor, FLESHLIGHT, can help you reach new heights with your self-pleasure. Fleshlight is the #1 selling male sex toy in the world. Looking for your next pocket pal? Save 10% on your next Fleshlight with Promo Code: PRIVATE at fleshlight.com.
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If you love this episode, please leave us a 5-star rating and sexy review! —> ratethispodcast.com/private

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Let’s be friends on social media! Follow the show on Instagram @privatepartsunknown and Twitter @privatepartsun. Connect with host Courtney Kocak @courtneykocak on Instagram and Twitter.

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Soldiers of Pole Strippers' Union is Making it Rain Workers' Rights

Soldiers of Pole Strippers' Union is Making it Rain Workers' Rights

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02/22/19 • 41 min

For the 1st ever episode of Private Parts Unknown, your favorite commuter companions – Courtney Kocak & Sofiya Alexandra – are honored to welcome the badass stripper-activists – Antonia Crane, Domino Rey & Naomi Amadeo – behind the newly-formed California Exotic Dancers Union, Soldiers of Pole.

First: Your bestie hosts wax nostalgic about their recent trip to Helsinki, Finland. It was the best experience ever & we can't wait to share what we learned in future episodes, but for now, we just give you a lil taste. ;)

Then: The Soldiers of Pole give us the scoop on their brand-spankin' new strippers' union, how they all met, the Dynamex California Supreme Court case that confirmed their classification as employees vs. independent contractors, their supportive Strip Talk series, the impact of SESTA/FOSTA, how the stigma & shame surrounding sex work complicates the unionization effort, reports of exploitation by club owners from the front lines: forged paychecks, contracts that force dancers to sign away their rights, bribery, intimidation, retaliation & other classic union-busting techniques, tips from Antonia's recent MEL Magazine article "A Regulars' Guide to What Happens When Your Favorite Strip Club Unionizes" & of course, info on tonight's Wildcat Strippers' Strike outside Crazy Girls Hollywood!

***SUPPORT THE CALIFORNIA EXOTIC DANCERS UNION, SOLDIERS OF POLE, FOR THEIR WILDCAT STRIKE TONIGHT, FRIDAY 2/22, FROM 9PM-12AM OUTSIDE OF CRAZY GIRLS IN HOLLYWOOD.***

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Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World - Getting Turned On to Polyamory

Getting Turned On to Polyamory

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02/14/20 • 92 min

For the 21st episode of Private Parts Unknown, your hosts Courtney Kocak & Sofiya Alexandra, welcome Nova Scotia-based married couple & co-hosts of the Turn Me On podcast – Jeremie Saunders & Bryde MacLean – for a really interesting episode about their journey opening up their relationship & becoming polyamorous.

We also dig into how living with a life-shortening illness has impacted their trajectory, how they forged the relationship dynamic they truly wanted without having a model, relationship contracts, how their new partners fit into their daily lives, having different money values, separating finances, how their parents feel about the lifestyle, poly jealousies not being what you’d think & more.

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How many episodes does Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World have?

Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World currently has 349 episodes available.

What topics does Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Relationships and Sexuality.

What is the most popular episode on Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World?

The episode title 'Love Letter to Ukraine' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World?

The average episode length on Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World is 48 minutes.

How often are episodes of Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World released?

Episodes of Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World?

The first episode of Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the World was released on Sep 13, 2016.

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