HOW WE TALK ABOUT SEX hosted by Eric Leviton

This podcast will contain a new conversation every week about how we learn and talk about sex. The idea of this podcast is to get more comfortable talking about our sexuality and getting over the fear of sexual communication with our family, friends and lovers.

Kerry Cohen on HWTAS - Episode #174 10/15/2021

Kerry Cohen on HWTAS - Episode #174 My guest this week is Kerry Cohen, a psychologist and licensed therapist, specializing in sex and relationships. She is a prolific writer and we talk about her latest book, “Crazy For You: Breaking the Spell of Sex and Love Addiction.” We define what sex and love addiction is and is not; why this addiction is unique for women; Breaking the Spell; the essential process of self-awareness; emotional wounds; and The Four Foundations of continued self-growth. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/20824574

Lee Jagger on HWTAS - Episode #173 07/15/2021

Lee Jagger on HWTAS - Episode #173 My guest, Lee Jagger, is the CEO and founder of Rock The Bedroom — the only sex education community of its kind. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/19826558

Brenda Marie Davies on HWTAS - Episode #172 07/10/2021

Brenda Marie Davies on HWTAS - Episode #172 My guest is Brenda Marie Davies to talk about her book, "On Her Knees," which chronicles Brenda’s spiritual journey over the course of a decade in LA, through marriage, divorce, unlikely friendship, and sexual exploration. We discuss sex education; purity culture; the definitions of being a Christian; surviving religious trauma; whether the word “arsenokoitai” means homosexual or not in the bible; the actual definition of a “biblical marriage;” and a short talk about abortion, that should have bee /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/19764929

Ella Dawson on HWTAS - Episode #171 06/22/2021

Ella Dawson on HWTAS - Episode #171 My guest this week is Ella Dawson. Her TEDx talk about fighting herpes stigma has been viewed over 765,00 times. Today we talk about STI stigma; emotional abuse; slut shaming; mental health; disclosure conversations and much more. You can find Ella on twitter @brosandprose and join her Patreon page at patreon.com/brosandprose /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/19559477

Guy Blaise on HWTAS - Episode #170 04/15/2021

Guy Blaise on HWTAS - Episode #170 My guest this week is Guy Blaise, author of “Vive la Difference: A Frenchman’s Perspective on American Women, Love, Respect, and Relationships” and “Love Like The French,” which comes out 4/22/21. The new book gives his unique perspective on sex for American women. We discuss the difference between sex and lovemaking; dick pix; ménage e trois; racism; PDA; and so much more. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/18700295

Dr. Ina Park on HWTAS - Episode #169 02/16/2021

Dr. Ina Park on HWTAS - Episode #169 My guest this week is Dr. Ina Park, a Medical Consultant for the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. She tackles a wide array of sexual health topics with empathy, humor, and inclusivity in her first book, "STRANGE BEDFELLOWS: Adventures in the Science, History, and Surprising Secrets of STDs," which is out right now! There is SO much to talk about! /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/17964566

Cooper S. Beckett #3 on HWTAS - Episode #168 01/05/2021

Cooper S. Beckett #3 on HWTAS - Episode #168 This is Cooper S. Beckett’s third time on the podcast! Since last we spoke he has written two queer horror novels, started a new podcast, The PikeCast, and gotten married in a hot tub…well, sort of. We discuss how the swinging community is dealing with the pandemic – Naughty in N’awlins; correlating herpes with Covid; personal freedom versus general welfare; depression and anxiety; the outgoing and incoming administrations; and how much he and his wife miss their girlfriend. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/17426537

Crystal Byrd Farmer on HWTAS - Episode #167 11/16/2020

Crystal Byrd Farmer on HWTAS - Episode #167 My guest this week is Crystal Byrd Farmer, the author of the book, The Token: Common Sense Ideas for Increasing Diversity in Your Organization. We discuss her book; the poly community and her involvement with blackandpoly.org; as well as coping with disability/autism and sex. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/16834550

Julie on HWTAS - Episode #166 06/01/2020

Julie on HWTAS - Episode #166 My guest this week is Julie, a divorced mother of three teenage boys. We talk about her first exposure to sex at a rather young age; not finding true comfort in her body until 27; the sex talk with her boys; and then we get into dating and learning about new partners sexually. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/14654060

Tea on HWTAS - Ep #165 05/24/2020

Tea on HWTAS - Ep #165 Tea Hacic Vlahovic (TAY-UH HA-CHEECH VLA-HO-VEECH) has been a blogger, sex-columnist, TV host, and is now an acclaimed novelist. “Life of the Party” will be out in bookstores on June 2, 2020 but it’s already available as an e-book on Amazon right now. We cover many topics including moving to Milan at 19; sexual hypocrisy in Italy; dealing with abusive relationships; and how it’s never too late to be a teenage slut. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/14548217

Natalie returns to HWTAS - Ep# 164 04/26/2020

Natalie returns to HWTAS - Ep# 164 My guest this week is a returning guest from episode #69. The last time Natalie was on we talked about her experience of hosting sex toy parties, but this time we talk about her first experience going to a sex party. We also talk about dating during the time of Covid-19 and her new favorite sex toy. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/14146127

Lanae St. John returns to HWTAS - Episode #163 03/25/2020

Lanae St. John returns to HWTAS - Episode #163 Lanae St. John aka the MamaSutra, returns to the podcast with her book, “Read Me – A Parental Primer for The Talk.” We cover everything including the cover. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/13691171

Brooke Norton on HWTAS - Ep#162 11/27/2019

Brooke Norton on HWTAS - Ep#162 My guest this week is Brooke Norton, a therapist who specializes in sexuality and relationships. We talk about how she became a sex educator and therapist; her story while working in a dildo shop; desire discrepancy; sex re-education; and finally we talk about her book and different sexual styles. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/12195764

Intimacy Directing w/Olivia Osol - Ep# 161 10/26/2019

Intimacy Directing w/Olivia Osol - Ep# 161 Olivia Osol and I talk about the Intimacy Directing workshop for directors, actors, and stage managers to learn about directing/coordinating intimate scenes on film, TV, and stage. These concepts could be used by anyone outside of entertainment . So, instead of just talking about it myself, I asked Olivia to come onto the podcast so we could have a conversation about what we learned and how this would help in the real world as well. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/11789372

Kayla Kandy on HWTAS - Ep# 160 08/28/2019

Kayla Kandy on HWTAS - Ep# 160 Kayla Kandy is my guest this week. She is a web-cam girl who also does porn on the side. She refers to herself as an "All-American country sweetie with class & kink." We discuss growing up as a blue girl in a red state; starting to do web-cam shows at 18; trying out porn for a week in Florida while still a virgin; and more. @realKaylaKandy /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/11023430

Jaeleen Bennis/Bondassage on HWTAS - Episode #159 07/19/2019

Jaeleen Bennis/Bondassage on HWTAS - Episode #159 Jaeleen Bennis, the creator of Bondassage®, which is an exploration of the senses comprised of light bondage, sensory deprivation, sensual massage and sensation play. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/10580501

Ashley Manta Cannasexual on HWTAS - Ep #158 06/28/2019

Ashley Manta Cannasexual on HWTAS - Ep #158 My guest, Ashley Manta, has become a sought-after authority on mindfully combining sex and cannabis as part of her CannaSexual® brand. As a professional sex and relationship coach, she helps people navigate these topics to make sure they are interacting, loving, and feeling their best in and out of the bedroom. We discuss surviving sexual trauma; started out as anti-cannabis; her work as rape crisis counselor; having her “aha moment” using a cannabis arousal lube and so much more. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/10321574

Anthony Asanti on HWTAS - Episode #157 03/26/2019

Anthony Asanti on HWTAS - Episode #157 Since 2011, Anthony Asanti has been a straight Male Escort Companion and Sensual Warrior for the busy woman & couples who crave experiences that bring a sense of fulfillment. We talk about how he got into the business; what he deals with as a straight male escort; multiple male orgasm; and Bondassage. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/9150788

Vacation.Charlie on HWTAS - Episode #156 03/10/2019

Vacation.Charlie on HWTAS - Episode #156 My guest this week is Vacation.Charlie. I was introduced to Charlie at SexExpo 2018 by previous guest, Parish Blair. We talk about sexual assault/abuse at an early age and how that led to hosting a workshop about sex and communication. The next workshop will be at Sugar toy shop in Baltimore, MD at 6pm on Sunday, March 24, 2019. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/8944088

Zoey returns to HWTAS - Episode #155 02/25/2019

Zoey returns to HWTAS - Episode #155 Zoey Trope returns to HWTAS. She is an Asian American writer and creative consultant based in Los Angeles. She serves as executive producer of SAKE (Socal Asian Kinkster Events). When she's not enjoying the glow of a newbie enjoying their first taste of sadism, Zoey writes about kink and non-monogamy. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/8768828

Genoa and Steffan of Soixante9 on HWTAS - Ep. #154 02/15/2019

Genoa and Steffan of Soixante9 on HWTAS - Ep. #154 My guests today are Genoa and Steffan. They started a company called Soixante9 and over four years of time, created something that turns your rechargeable toothbrush into a luxury vibrator. You’re going to enjoy this conversation. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/8655794

Elise Carr on HWTAS - Episode #153 08/03/2018

Elise Carr on HWTAS - Episode #153 My guest is Elise Carr. She is the woman behind StellaMuse. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/6883690

Monika returns to HWTAS - Episode #152 01/11/2018

Monika returns to HWTAS - Episode #152 Monika returns to the podcast to talk about using EMDR therapy in order to deal with being abused as a child and how that has affected her marriage as well as her relationship with her family. We also talk about Erin’s Law; BDD - Body Dysmorphic Disorder; Toxic Masculinity; and writing about topics like “Covert Incest” for TheMighty.com /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/6138126

Kris and Joe from Emojibator - Episode #151 11/25/2017

Kris and Joe from Emojibator - Episode #151 Emojibator promotes health and humor with high-quality sex toys for women. Inspired by the infamous eggplant emoji, Emojibator makes body safe vibrators to bring more fun into the bedroom. Today, women experience 30% fewer orgasms than men. Emojibator empowers women to close the climax gap. Designed with love in Philadelphia, PA. Go f*ck yourself. Literally. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5977900

Elizabeth Heineman on HWTAS - Episode #150 11/18/2017

Elizabeth Heineman on HWTAS - Episode #150 Elizabeth Heineman talks about Germany's equivalent of Hugh Hefner – Beate Uhse. This conversation came from me being asked to give my thoughts about Hefner after he died and I wound up learning about Beate, the woman Luftwaffe pilot who built Europe's largest sex shop empire and embodied Germany's post-war economic miracle. This is a fascinating story. Take a listen. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5957515

Naama Bloom on HWTAS - Episode #149 11/05/2017

Naama Bloom on HWTAS - Episode #149 Naama Bloom is the founder of HelloFlo.com, a modern day health site for girls and women. Her mission for HelloFlo was to create a space where women and girls could learn about their bodies in an open and honest environment without any shame and with a healthy dose of humor. HelloFlo's first two videos, " The Camp Gyno" and "First Moon Party," have been viewed over 50 million times and show girls that while puberty can be awkward at times, it can also be fun and empowering. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5911633

Bryan and BIEM on HWTAS - Episode #148 10/25/2017

Bryan and BIEM on HWTAS - Episode #148 My guest this week is Bryan, who I met at the SexExpo back in September. Bryan and I talk about his new app, BIEM which provides the easiest way to talk with a healthcare professional, get tested, share results, and be notified if a person you've been with tests positive for an STD in the future. We also discuss PrEP; “stealthing”; being sexually irrational; and consent. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5874909

Marla Renee Stewart on HWTAS - Episode #147 10/01/2017

Marla Renee Stewart on HWTAS - Episode #147 My guest is Marla Renee Stewart. She founded Velvet Lips, which is an education company that empowers people of all ages to embrace, educate, and enjoy their sexuality and their sexual lives. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5772798

The Nashville Statement on HWTAS - Episode #146 09/22/2017

The Nashville Statement on HWTAS - Episode #146 This podcast contains three conversations about The Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality which you can find at the link below. /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5764036

Cooper Beckett returns to HWTAS - Episode #145 06/28/2017

Cooper Beckett returns to HWTAS - Episode #145 My guest, Cooper S. Beckett is an author, a podcaster, and so much more. He spent much of his life afraid of sex, sexuality, his bisexuality, his true interests, and global thermonuclear war. In this conversation we talk not just about his new novel, Approaching The Swingularity: Tales of Swinging & Polyamory in Paradise, but also his personal experiences as a host on these weeklong getaways with his guests. “Welcome home…” Those words and a glass of sparkling champagne welcome you to Aphrodite’s Resort and Spa, a place of pleasure and debauchery, situated on a strip of white sand beach on the Riviera Maya. coopersbeckett.com /episode/index/show/howwetalkaboutsex/id/5488003

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