25 - Natassia Miller: Navigating Intimacy & Desire in Modern Long Term Relationships

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea interviews Dr. M the Science Femme, a behavioral neuroscientist and sex-positive advocate. They discuss various topics including Dr. M's upbringing in Miami, her experiences with non-monogamy and kink, and her journey towards body positivity. The conversation dives deep into the nuances of polyamorous relationships, including the challenges and ethics of hierarchical polyamory, and the importance of effective communication in maintaining healthy dynamics.  Dr. M also shares scientific insights on topics such as electrolytes, the components of squirt, and the significance of living near city trees on mental well-being. The episode emphasizes the integration of sexuality and intelligence, advocating for breaking stigmas and promoting scientific literacy around sexual health. EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦The Psychology of Power Dynamics ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Sexuality and Professionalism ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Healthcare and Sexual Education ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Childhood and Body Positivity 🫦Exploring Dominance and Submission EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3s Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) https://mochimelt.com ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk CONNECT WITH DR. M the Science Femme 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesciencefemme/ CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this bonus episode, Thea Rose shares her top 10 hot takes on sex and kink from 2024, drawing from guests, trends, and personal experiences. Kicking off with a brief personal update, Thea dives into everything from the complexities of porn’s influence on confidence to reframing how we think about cheating and dominance. This episode unpacks societal norms, challenges stigmas, and offers new perspectives on relationships, BDSM, and sexual exploration.

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes Melissa Blundell Osorio, a PhD student at the Kinsey Institute and a member of the VIBES Research Group. The conversation spans Melissa’s journey into sex research, her work at the Kinsey Institute, and her previous role as the Director of Education at the Will Zieg Erotic Art Museum. Melissa shares insights into the evolving landscape of sex education, her experiences at sex research conferences, and the implications of AI in intimate relationships.  They also touch on the cultural differences in sexual attitudes between the United States and Europe, particularly Berlin’s open approach to sex clubs and legalized sex work. Additionally, they discuss the importance of sex museums and ongoing research on the stigma surrounding online sex work. EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Sex education work before Kinsey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Erotic art museum in Miami ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Study about sex work ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦The human sexuality intensive 🫦The Future of AI in Sex Tech EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3s Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) https://mochimelt.com ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk CONNECT WITH MELISSA BLUNDELL OSORIO 💌 Kinsey Institute: https://gender.indiana.edu/about/graduate-students/blundell%20osorio-melissa.html CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.comPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes guest Zachary Zane to dive into themes of polyamory, ethical non-monogamy, and bisexuality. Zane reflects on his personal journey, discussing how he used non-monogamy to avoid emotional investment and his experiences at swinger and bisexual events. He addresses societal stigmas around male bisexuality, his evolution in relationships, and moving from polyamory to an open relationship with his current partner. Zachary also talks about his upcoming book projects, his transition from writing personal narratives to fiction, and shares insights into his mental health journey, including his use of somatic therapy. Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of finding community, overcoming sexual shame, and navigating personal identity in a way that feels authentic and fulfilling. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3s Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Exploring Hedonism and Bisexuality in Swinger Culture ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Challenges of Polyamory and Breakups ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Exploring Somatic Therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Polyamory and Avoidant Tendencies 🫦Creating and Finding Bi Community CONNECT WITH ZACHARY ZANE 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyzane CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Dr. Amanda Gesselman from the Kinsey Institute shares her extensive research on human relationships and intimacy. Over her decade-long career, Dr. Gesselman has focused on developmental and social psychology, predominantly studying how people form and maintain relationships. She delves into the influence of media, her shift from therapy to research, and her early interests sparked by cultural influences.  Dr. Gesselman discusses her studies on attraction, goals in relationships, the stigma surrounding sexual inexperience, and the impact of technology on dating. The conversation also covers her ongoing research on camming and its emotional dimensions, specifically how these interactions resemble in-person relationships. Lastly, she touches on her collaborative work with nursing colleagues on epilepsy and relationship formation, emphasizing the significance of emotional vulnerability and effective communication in managing chronic conditions. EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Live Jasmin cam site (model perspective, male user category) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Discussion about men keeping cam site use secret ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Work in the online dating data set ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦The Role of Helpers in OnlyFans 🫦Privacy Concerns and Anti-Screenshot Technology EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3s Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk CONNECT WITH DR AMANDA GESSELMAN 💌 Kinsey Institute: https://kinseyinstitute.org/about/profiles/agesselman.php CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.comPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

This episode delves into various aspects of sex education and sexual wellness featuring an in-depth conversation with Chantelle Otten, a sexologist from Australia. Chantelle shares her background, the importance of understanding sexual health, and her role as a sex therapist and educator.  The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the emergence of sex doll brothels, the role of sex toys in enhancing pleasure, the significance of sexual self-esteem, and strategies for couples to reignite their sexual connection. The episode also highlights the importance of consent, sexual exploration, and breaking down sexual stigmas. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3s Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ Butter Wellness Perineum Massager⁠ (SEGGS for 20% off): https://butterwellness.com/  Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Neurodiversity and Sex ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Challenges in Sexual Medicine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦AI in Sex Education ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Premature Ejaculation and Sexual Techniques 🫦Exploring Sex Toys and Sensory Play CONNECT WITH CHANTELLE OTTEN 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chantelle_otten_sexologist CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.comPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea and guest Katie Davis (Toy Crazy Katie) delve into various aspects of sexuality, kink, and the adult entertainment industry. Topics range from BDSM practices, power dynamics, and threesomes, to navigating queerness and internalized homophobia. The discussions also cover the rise of platforms like OnlyFans, the importance of professionalism in sex work, and debunking myths about body count and slut shaming.  The episode provides practical advice on safe sexual practices and the emotional management needed in the industry, emphasizing the value of authenticity, meaningful connections, and a safe, exploratory environment. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Butter Wellness Perineum Massager⁠ (SEGGS for 20% off): https://butterwellness.com/  Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Power Dynamics and Submissive Experiences ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Adult Content and Cam Shows ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦The Realities and Challenges of Sex Work ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Debunking Myths About Vaginal Stretching 🫦OnlyFans Success and Toy Fetish CONNECT WITH TOY CRAZY KATIE 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toycrazykatie CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this episode of Sex Talk Radio, Thea and Justin Lehmiller delve into the intricacies of human sexuality, sexual fantasies, and the evolution of sexual behaviors across generations. Dr. Justin Lehmiller from the Kinsey Institute discusses his book 'Tell Me What You Want,' exploring the science behind sexual fantasies and the importance of communication in sexual relationships.  The episode also highlights the intersections of sex and relationship research, stressing the need for comprehensive sex education and critiquing the inadequacies of current programs in the U.S., contrasted with more effective approaches in Europe. Insights into the experiences and attitudes of Gen Z towards sex and relationships reveal a mix of traditional monogamy preferences and the influences of technology. Finally, the discussion touches on global perspectives on sexual health and education, including the variability in sex work experiences and the impact of cultural attitudes toward sexuality. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Butter Wellness Perineum Massager⁠ (SEGGS for 20% off): https://butterwellness.com/  Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Exploring Sexual Fantasie ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Sexual Culture Around the World ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Gen Z's Approach to Relationships ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Promoting Better Sex Education 🫦The Importance of Sex Research CONNECT WITH JUSTIN LEHMILLER 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this compelling episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea engages in a profound conversation with Cindy Gallop, the founder and CEO of MakeLoveNotPorn.com. The discussion delves into the platform's origins, driven by the need for an inclusive and educational approach to real-world sexual experiences versus mainstream porn. Cindy shares her vision for MakeLoveNotPorn Academy, addressing challenges in sex education, and tackling the monopolistic dominance of the porn industry.  The episode emphasizes the importance of communication, consent, and equitable treatment in adult entertainment, alongside innovative projects like a fintech product for secure payments and an AI consent algorithm. Highlighting user testimonials, societal norms, and personal anecdotes, Cindy encourages investment in their equity crowdfunding campaign, aiming to transform the landscape of sexual education and advocacy. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Butter Wellness Perineum Massager⁠ (SEGGS for 20% off): https://butterwellness.com/  Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Challenging Societal Norms and Misogyny ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Understanding Consent in Intimacy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Innovative Solutions for the Adult Industry ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦The Importance of Sexual Values 🫦Challenges in the Porn Industry CONNECT WITH CINDY GALLOP 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindygallop Website: https://www.makelovenotporn.com  CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Dr. Cynthia Graham, a senior scientist at the Kinsey Institute and a professor in gender studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, discusses her extensive research on sexual health, including the impacts of hormonal contraceptives on women's sexuality and various aspects of condom use. Dr. Graham shares insights from her studies on the menstrual cycle, oral contraceptives, and sex therapy, as well as her recent work on improving the condom usage experience, particularly through the Kinsey Institute Condom Use Research Team (CURT).  She also covers her collaborative research on a sexual health chatbot aimed at improving clinic services for racially minoritized populations in London. The episode delves into the often under-researched area of older adults' sexuality, revealing findings from surveys and studies conducted on women over 60. Dr. Graham emphasizes the importance of comprehensive sex education and expresses her desire to return to studying contraceptives, despite challenges in securing funding. The conversation highlights the critical need for better communication, empathy, and innovation in sexual health research and education. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️ Butter Wellness Perineum Massager⁠ (SEGGS for 20% off): https://butterwellness.com/  Mochi Melt Lube (THEA for 15%off) mochimelt.com Honey Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com Splash Blankets (SEGGS for 15% off) https://splashblanket.us/ ⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalk EPISODE THEMES 📝 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Challenges in Seggsual Health Research ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Seggsual Health Chatbot Collaboration ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Contraceptives and Women's Health ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦Condom Use and Research 🫦Research on Hormones and Seggsuality CONNECT WITH DR. CYNTHIA GRAHAM 💌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyagraham/  CONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO 🎙️ ⁠Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradio