Girl Boner Radio

A woman who invented a product to make oral play more fun, an almost psychedelic oral sex experience, why some folks aren’t comfortable with oral and tips for upping the ante if you enjoy it! August shares highlights from past interviews on all-things-oral, plus related tips and excerpts from her Girl Boner book.   This episode features Melanie Cristol, founder and CEO of Lorals, authors Lauren Emily and Beverly Diehl and Dr. Megan Fleming.   Support Beverly as she navigates breast cancer treatment: caringbridge.org/visit/bevscancerbattle2022   Athletic Greens is offering you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit: athleticgreens.com/GIRLBONER   Visit magicspoon.com/GIRLBONER  to grab a variety pack of Magic Spoon, and use the promo code GIRLBONER at checkout to save $5.   Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest: thepleasurechest.com   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  FB: @MyGirlBoner

Amanda had dated more than 100 men before acknowledging her addiction to longing for unavailable mates. With the help of therapy, she was able to break-up with longing and end the virgin identity that had defined much of her adulthood.   Today the accomplished writer has a lot to say about “saving sex” – or different parts of it – including potential benefits of her own path, one thing she wishes she could change and why voluntarily celibate folks are worthy of respect.   Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandajmccracken and check out her podcast, The Longing Lab.   Athletic Greens is offering you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit: athleticgreens.com/GIRLBONER   Visit magicspoon.com/GIRLBONER  to grab a variety pack of Magic Spoon, and use the promo code GIRLBONER at checkout to save $5.   Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest: thepleasurechest.com   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia 

Did you know that horniness is one of hundreds of reasons folks feel motivated to have sex? It’s not even the most common. Understanding your own desire and creating what sex and relationship therapist Cyndi Darnell calls your erotic template can help you cultivate an erotically charged sex life, whether you’re single or partnered.    Learn about common libido myths, the difference between responsive and spontaneous desire, the role somatics can play in desire challenges and more.   Save 30% on your copy of Sex When You Don’t Feel Like It: The Truth About Mismatched Libido and Rediscovering Desire at cyndidarnell.com/books.   Visit magicspoon.com/GIRLBONER  to grab a variety pack of Magic Spoon, and use the promo code GIRLBONER at checkout to save $5.   Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest: thepleasurechest.com   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  FB: @MyGirlBoner  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio   Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Explo

Brooke Hazen struggled with porn-induced erectile dysfunction and a misdiagnosis after decades of unhealthy porn use. Erica Garza recalls being equally addicted to porn and shame, starting at age 12. Both folks are in a far better place now and hope their stories encourage others to feel less alone.   Learn more:  brookehazen.com   ericagarza.com For the next 10 days, you can get 40% off your subscription Simply go to magicmind.co/boner and enter the code boner at checkout. After 10 days, you can still save 20% on your first purchase! Get a soothing dose of nature by ordering Ontario Wildlife Photography by Noah Cole!  More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  FB: @MyGirlBoner  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio   Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

Edging, faking it, sexy stories, toys! August shares highlights from her March 2020 studio session with author Autumn Bardot and listener, Kate, plus bonus tips.    You’ll hear about:   A myth involving orgasms and having a baby Reasons some people fake orgasms (they’re not all bad!)  How to edge your way to stronger orgasms How to get there more efficiently when sex feels “too long” How fantasies we don’t act on can be helpful Problems with aging-related sex myths - and strengthening alternatives A disability-related orgasm myth, thanks to Sammy Rei Schwarz    Check out Ontario Wildlife Photography by Noah Cole    Explore the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest and the We-Vibe Date Night Special Edition Couple's Vibrator Set!   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  FB: @MyGirlBoner  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio   Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0  

Elizabeth Ruzzo, PhD thought her depression symptoms had to do with grad school stress, especially when her doctor seemed unconcerned. Going off of her birth control paired with her ongoing genetic studies led to a lightbulb moment: what if scientific data could help prevent birth control side effects?    Now, as the CEO and founder of adyn, Elizabeth and her team strive to make getting the birth control you need—without the hassle of side effects—more accessible.    Listen to past income reports on Cubicle to CEO and receive free access to “your first $10K month” masterclass and a bonus workbook here: zen.ai/girlbonerceo Learn more about “Ontario Wildlife Photography” and order your copy at greenravenphotography.com More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner    Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

Writer, performer and producer, Judy Calabrese took a chance on being a switch and ended up gaining far more pleasure than she’d anticipated. Certified sex educator and sex worker, Elle Stanger, learned something new about her body during an impromptu experience in a gay bar bathroom.    Topics you’ll hear about:   Dominatrix work and BDSM, as a newbie Erotic spanking  Squirting, aka “she-jaculation” or “female ejaculation” Sex work, including an important myth set straight   Check out Judy and Elle’s stories in The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2: 69 Sexy Stories: https://bit.ly/3bgQG9k - edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel   Listen to past income reports on Cubicle to CEO and receive free access to “your first $10K month” masterclass and a bonus workbook here: zen.ai/girlbonerceo   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner    Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner   Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

What changed sex for you for good? What’s your favorite sex story to tell? Or most embarrassing mishap? Comedians and hosts of Trailer Park Diaries, Vicki Barbolak (America’s Got Talent) and Shawn Pelofsky (The Comedy Store), join August to explore these questions and more—with the help of a popular sex toy and Esther Perel’s game, Where Should We Begin.    Listen to past income reports on Cubicle to CEO and receive free access to “your first $10K month” masterclass and a bonus workbook here: zen.ai/girlbonerceo   Check out the latest specials (and LeWand) at The Pleasure Chest!   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner    Support the show + get  fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Makenzie Mizell engineered the recording session for this episode at the Period studio.    Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

In this Girl Boner quickie, August explores skin-gasms then shares five smart and spicy ways to pleasure your biggest organ.   Listen to past income reports on Cubicle to CEO and  receive free access to “your first $10K month” masterclass and a bonus workbook here:  zen.ai/girlbonerceo   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest!   Work with voice artist, Rosa Delgado: rosamdelgado6@gmail.com   Support the show + get a skin bliss Yes, No, Maybe list: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner 

When Lucie Fielding was growing up, she didn’t have a word for queer, much less trans. While studying sexuality, they started to feel free to explore their gender in earnest, with empowering, pleasure-rich and life shifting results.   Today Lucie is a therapist and author of the award-winning book, Trans Sex: Clinical Approaches to Trans Sexualities and Erotic Embodiments. And she has important advice for discovering more erotic possibilities in our lives.   Follow Lucie on Instagram: @sexbeyondbinaries   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner    Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

Reina grew up on on the Bible Belt, where her abstinence-only sex ed left her with more questions than answers—especially once she developed crushes on girls. Farming helped her heal from an eating disorder, and becoming an adult content creator has helped far more than her financial woes.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   One of Reina’s most perplexing sex ed memories How she worked past body image challenges What (and who) inspired her to cam for the first time What she loves most about her work Her top advice for moving past sexual shame   Explore Reina’s work and join her community: linktr.ee/Make_it_reina   Save 20% on Magic Mind: magicmind.co/boner   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest: thepleasurechest.com   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner    Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0  

Jessie Fresh was in her early 20s when she realized that silence was her main sex educator. After a mid-coital wakeup call and two relationships—one with sexual chemistry, one with only emotional sparks—she sought ways to cultivate the richer relationships and sexual experiences she desired.     Discovering the Erotic Blueprints changed everything for her. (And they may do the same for you!) Today, as a sex and intimacy coach, Jessie helps others find similar pleasure, self-embracement and empowerment.   In this #GirlBoner episode, you’ll learn about:   Jessie’s personal journey to richer sex and intimacy What the 5 Erotic Blueprints are Hot versus buzzkill ways to start sex for each type   Learn more and take the Erotic Blueprint Quiz at jessiefresh.com.    Jessie on Instagram: @jessiefresh   Save 20% on Magic Mind: magicmind.co/boner   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBone

Phone sex operator Amberly Rothfield had just gone through a several-month sex hiatus when she experienced an orgasm that changed her life. Author Dr. Samantha Allen had started to think orgasms were no longer a part of her life when, two years after sex-reassignment surgery, one surprised her. Therapist Vanessa Marin experienced her first orgasm as a child, only to struggle in the climax department years later. You'll also hear: A few ways what we learn about female sexuality and women's orgasms can impact pleasure Why the "watch pot never boils" stance could stand in the way of your Os A common myth about gender and sexuality The original version of this episode was released in October, 2020.  Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner  Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0

Do socks play a role in sex? Does size matter with pegging? How can we invite more pleasure? Hear some of the worst and best sex advice several experts have ever heard, plus a few of August’s favorite sex tips from previous interviews and episodes.   Learn more about the experts featured in this episode: augustmclaughlin.com/sexadvice    Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest!   Save 15% at Lumisque Skincare with code girlboner: https://co2lift.com/   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner 

Fiona Dawson grew up in a semi-sex-positive home, and didn’t question her orientation until she fell in love with a woman. Coming out as gay felt fairly easy to her. Coming out as bi was another story…    Now an Emmy-nominated, award-winning filmmaker and author of the forthcoming book, “Are Bisexuals Just Greedy?,” Fiona aims to un-f*ck gender and sexuality for a more harmonious world.    You’ll also learn about:   Fiona’s sexual “firsts” and a few from listeners The difference between bisexual and pansexual What Fiona’s female gender identity means to her Fiona’s “blow job learning curve” (and her related book dedication) Why it’s pretty common for people assigned female at birth not to enjoy going down on a penis   Learn about Fiona Dawson’s work: freelionproductions.com   Fiona on IG: fionajdawson and @nowwithfiona   Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner   More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTo

When award-winning journalist Rachel Krantz started dating non-monogamous Adam, she thought she might finally break her pattern of short-lived, suffocating relationships. Once gaslighting ensued, she found herself stuck in a new set of problems. Rachel finally found healing and liberation and shared her story in the memoir, Open.    You’ll also learn:   How non-monogamy helped Rachel explore her queerness Her advice on relationship/sexual desires versus societal “shoulds” How her reporter’s mind led to a unique exploration of gaslighting What’s most help her find healing   Learn more about Rachel: racheljkrantz.com    Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest!   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner 

August shares the experience that helped inspire all-things-Girl Boner and why she no longer considers herself a “late bloomer.”   Explore podcast advertising: zen.ai/girlbonerradio0   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     More Girl Boner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner

Allison Hope made a bet with a friend to see who could orgasm first, explored her sexuality in New York City’s queer community and realized her sex limits during a salacious week on Fire Island—all before meeting her now wife. In the past few years, they’ve navigated very different libidos.    You’ll also learn:   Two ways perimenopause can impact sexual desire How Allison’s journey and erotica writing interplay What inspired Allison to write “The Phallacy”    Allison’s articles and essays: urbaninbreeding.com   Read Allison’s story in The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2 (Cleis Press), edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel: https://bit.ly/3CAQJqg   Check out the latest specials at The Pleasure Chest!   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr: https://zen.ai/girlbonerradio3 (or girlbonerradio at checkout)   More GirlBoner fun: augustmclaughlin.com/girlboner/  

Rose Caraway had just launched her erotica podcast when she received an email from a listener with a compelling request: Would she share a story about cuckolding? That question, paired with a book she considers a “cuckolding bible,” led her down a spicy and loving path—after some mixed feelings.    You’ll also learn about:   Cuckolding basics Cuckolding tips for beginners How you can engage in it while staying sexually monogamous Important perks of erotica The parts of Rose’s story in The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2 that were inspired by IRL experience   The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2 (Cleis Press), edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel: https://bit.ly/3CAQJqg   Kiss Me Quick’s Erotica Podcast   Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr: https://zen.ai/girlbonerradio3 (or girlbonerradio at checkout)   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Check out August’s books, including Girl Boner, Girl Boner Journal and her latest, co-written by Jamila M. Dawson, LMFT, With Pleasure: Managing T

Suzannah Weiss was already writing about sex and relationships when she began a mission to experience orgasm during partnered sex. Judy Calabrese never expected to go down a lust-filled path with her doula—but sometimes, things…happen.   Suzannah Weiss: suzannahweiss.com   Judy Calabrese: judycalabrese.com   The Big Book of Orgasms, Volume 2 (Cleis Press), edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel: https://bit.ly/3CAQJqg   Explore the Pleasure Chest’s Wanderful World collection!   Save 30% on your first three months of Zencastr: https://zen.ai/girlbonerradio3 (or girlbonerradio at checkout)   Support the show + get fun extras: patreon.com/girlboner     Check out August’s books, including Girl Boner, Girl Boner Journal and her latest, co-written by Jamila M. Dawson, LMFT, With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships: augustmclaughlin.com/books   IG: @GirlBonerMedia  TikTok: @GirlBonerRadio  FB: @MyGirlBoner