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Sex with Comedians: Deanna Ortiz
Wild & Sublime
08/24/23 • 40 min
Voted by the Chicago Reader as “Best Standup of the Year for 2022” in Chicago, standup Deanna Ortiz talks about her day job doing social media in the adult entertainment industry, the philosophy of sleeping over after sex, her podcast “Crushes," and dating on the apps v. in the wild.
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In this episode:
- Deanna Ortiz - writer and standup
- Karen Yates - sex educator, performer, energy worker
References:
- Crushes - podcast
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Eavesdropping: Sexual roleplay
Wild & Sublime
10/14/21 • 42 min
In the inaugural episode of the new Eavesdropping series, a guest asks Karen an unplanned question on sex and intimacy. “Sexual roleplay” is the spontaneous topic today - with kinkster and coach Peter (aka Mksthinghappin).
In this episode:
- Peter aka MksThingsHappin - kink and relationship coach
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Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/wildandsublime)Tristan Taormino—sex-positive trailblazer
Wild & Sublime
05/30/24 • 68 min
In this dynamic interview with award-winning author and sex educator Tristan Taormino, she discusses her memoir, A Part of the Heart Can’t Be Eaten, recounting her queer youth and relationship with her gay dad, making feminist porn, being a femme dyke, and why people aren’t having sex now.
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In this episode:
- Author and sex educator Tristan Taormino
- Host, sex educator, and energy worker Karen Yates
- A Part of the Heart Can’t Be Eaten –buy on Bookshop and support Wild & Sublime
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"Please dominate us!" - newbie tips for power exchange
Wild & Sublime
09/08/22 • 16 min
Want to try some kinky stuff with your partner, but have no idea where to begin? Panelists offer tips for those curious about experimenting with power play, sensation play, and beyond.
In this episode:
- Cassie Porter - Somatic sex educator & sexological bodyworker
- Jason Best - Kink-aware therapist & founder of Best Therapies
- Peter Navarro - Sex-positive and somatic-oriented therapist
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Want to rev up your relationship and bust out of limiting patterns? Host Karen Yates is an intimacy coach and somatic sex educator who works with couples online and in person in Chicago to help improve their intimate communication and expand pleasure in a process that can be embodied, meaningful, and fun. Go to karen-yates.com and set up a free Zoom consultation.
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Sex Q&As, comedy, and more: Oct 2023 live show
Wild & Sublime
11/02/23 • 34 min
From the Wild & Sublime fifth anniversary live show: our sexperts field audience q’s on anal, sex ed, and being “too much”; standup Archy Jamjun brings the laughs, and host Karen Yates gives her Sermon on sex intentions.
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In this episode:
- Archy Jamjun - standup comedian
- Tazima Parris - sex coach and pleasure mentor
- Tom Doctor - sex and relationship therapist
- Helen Wyatt - sex and relationship therapist
- Karen Yates - sex educator, performer, energy worker
The live show was sponsored by Best Therapies.
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Erotic Hypnosis and more
Wild & Sublime
08/12/21 • 19 min
“We like to call it the hot sauce of kink.” Lois Lane shares about the versatile practice of erotic hypnosis, and how it can add spice to sex and relationships from D/s to vanilla (and everything in between).
In this episode:
- “Mind Play: A Guide to Erotic Hypnosis” on Bookshop
- Want to learn more on erotic hypnosis? Check out our Sexual Resources page!
- Matt Griffo - Comedian-musican
- Butt stuff? Yes, please! Join The Afterglow for a birthday butt-centric treat this month!
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Sex work, an overview
Wild & Sublime
10/28/21 • 50 min
What is sex work? Who is doing it? Two therapists who focus on sex worker support discuss stigma, community, the “whorearchy,” and the ways legal structures like SESTA-FOSTA harm sex workers while claiming to help society.
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More from this episode:
- More SESTA-FOSTA info
- Senate Should Reject the EARN IT Act - concerning end-to-end encryption online
- EARN IT Act is a Disaster amid the Covid-19 Crisis
- Spencer Bokat-Lindell - How OnlyFans Became the Latest Casualty of the War on Porn
- Catharine MacKinnon - “OnlyFans Is Not a Safe Platform for ‘Sex Work.’ It’s a Pimp.”
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Making sex accessible for all with Shauna Farabaugh
Wild & Sublime
05/19/22 • 45 min
What happens in the world if we accept that all of us are a little bit different? Karen interviews Shauna Farabaugh, a somatic sex educator working with people who have temporary and permanent disabilities, and with organizations that serve people with disabilities.
In this episode:
- Shauna Farabaugh - Sexuality in Transition
- Karen’s interview with Caffyn Jesse
- Find Pelvic Pain Clinic, Supporting Disabled People with Their Sexual Lives and other books mentioned on the podcast on our Bookshop page!
- Crippingupsexwitheva.com - Eva Sweeney, queer sex educator
Want to rev up your relationship and bust out of limiting patterns? Host Karen Yates is an intimacy coach and somatic sex educator who works in-person with couples in Chicago to help improve their intimate communication and expand pleasure in a process that can be embodied, meaningful, and fun. Go to karen-yates.com and set up a free Zoom consultation.
The Afterglow, our Patreon membership group, brings you regular bonus content, early alerts, and goodies! Our newest $10/mo member benefit: 10% off all W&S merch! Or show your love for Wild & Sublime any time: Leave a tip!
Be Wild & Sublime out in the world! Check out our new tees and accessories for maximum visibility. Peep our Limited Collection and let your inner relationship anarchist run free...
Prefer to read the convo? Full episode transcripts are available on our website.
Building stronger open relationships with Kate Loree
Wild & Sublime
11/17/22 • 42 min
Polyamorous therapist and author Kate Loree chats with Karen about her new comprehensive book “Open Deeply,” about consensual nonmonogamy, and how to work through the bad feelings that can damage good relationships.
In this episode:
- Kate Loree - Sex-positive psychotherapist
- Open Deeply and other sex-positive book recs
- Open Deeply podcast - hosted by Kate Loree and Sunny Megatron
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Want to rev up your relationship and bust out of limiting patterns? Host Karen Yates is an intimacy coach and somatic sex educator who works with couples online and in person in Chicago to help improve their intimate communication and expand pleasure in a process that can be embodied, meaningful, and fun. Go to karen-yates.com and set up a free Zoom consultation and to download her free guide: Say It Better in Bed! 3 Proven Ways to Improve Intimate Communication.
Step into The Afterglow! Our Patreon membership club brings you regular bonus content, early show alerts, discounts to live shows, and more goodies! Join now to help us continue to spread the message of sex-positivity. Or show your love for Wild & Sublime any time: Leave a tip!
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The Sex-Positive Parent
Wild & Sublime
09/10/20 • 52 min
How can we get better at talking to kids about sex? Karen chats with sexologist Jennifer Litner about her new online course for parents. Logan Pierce returns to discuss the term “nonbinary.” Audience member Jade shares their life experience of being polyamorous, gender nonconforming, and raising kids.
- Karen interviews sexologist Jennifer Litner about “Building Ease Talking About the Birds and the Bees,” a new e-course for parents and care-givers who want to create sex-positive home environments and want concrete advice on language and strategies
- Logan Pierce returns for another installment of “What’s Up with That?” to talk with Karen about the word “nonbinary” and gender-fluid identities
- “Putting It Out There”: Karen interviews real people leading sex-positive lives, starting with Jade, a gender nonconforming polyamorous person who is also a parent. Recorded live at our June 2019 season preview show at The Boxcar
- Karen pays tribute to Betty Dodson, pioneering writer about masturbation
This is the second episode in a three-part series on sex ed, parenting, and getting free of the sex lies we heard as kids. Catch up on part one, Sex Lies, and tune in next week for more!
In this episode:
Building Ease Talking About the Birds and the Bees
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TransMentor Program at Lurie Children’s Hospital
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FAQ
How many episodes does Wild & Sublime have?
Wild & Sublime currently has 143 episodes available.
What topics does Wild & Sublime cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Lgbtq, Kink, Polyamory, Storytelling, Podcast, Podcasts, Relationship Advice, Chicago, Relationships and Sexuality.
What is the most popular episode on Wild & Sublime?
The episode title 'DIY Gangbang' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Wild & Sublime?
The average episode length on Wild & Sublime is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of Wild & Sublime released?
Episodes of Wild & Sublime are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Wild & Sublime?
The first episode of Wild & Sublime was released on Jul 14, 2020.
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