This question came to us through a friend who was having trouble finding queer-friendly medical care. Today we talk about all the types of support you may need as a queer person, and how to access these networks. As an ally, tune in to share these resources with others in your life! Insta ten questions link: here! OUT Care providers: here! Learn mo…

Spoiler alert, there aren't necessarily more queer people, but there are a lot of reasons they're more visible! We talk about these reasons and how to continue to support the visibility of queer people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

In the last in our Unseen Forces series, we explore toxic monogamy culture, and how it impacts all of us, no matter what your relationship orientation is. We also talk about how to strengthen your relationships, both platonic and romantic, by examining these cultural beliefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

This is the continuation of the Unseen Forces series, where we talk about how cultural norms impact our lives, including our relationships and sexuality. Today's focus is on heteronormativity and homophobia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

This is an update to episode 30, where Andrew and Spring talked about Spring's personal revenge porn experiences. Six years later, the court case is over, and we check back in on what has happened since then. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

February is UNSEEN FORCES month! We will cover several concepts and ideas in our culture that impact our sexuality. The first up is patriarchal masculinity. This week we talk about all the ways that patriarchal masculinity impacts everyone in our culture, from mental health and our daily work lives, to dating and sexuality and relationships. AND ho…

Today we talk about fantasies--why do we have them, what purposes they serve, and how and why we might or might not want to live them out. We talk about how to do these things safely and with consent! On our social media this week, check out options for sharing your fantasies and checking in on what other people fantasize about! Learn more about yo…

In today's episode, we talk about what you can do to support a friend who is going through a BAD breakup. You know those breakups that kinda tear your life apart? That can be exhausting for everyone involved? That's what we are talking about here: how do you find empathy AND set healthy boundaries for yourself? Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

Today we are covering all your digits (fingers, thumbs, and fists, oh my!) and how you can use them creatively and safely in your sexual exploration. We talk fingering, hand jobs, and fisting. How can you protect yourself, have fun, and give your partner some pleasure? We cover it all here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

This listener-submitted question was so fun to answer! What DO you call someone who enjoys foreplay more than "sex"? We talk about what sex really means, and talk about different preferences, and trial some names for someone who enjoys non-penetrative acts more than penetrative ones. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

Today we cover all the things you need to worry (and not worry as much about!) when the condom breaks. And the link we mention about window periods can be found here: https://health.uoregon.edu/files/STI_screening_timetable.pdf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

October is spooky month, and we are covering some scary topics! Last week we covered "Help, I lied about faking it!" and today is a bit of a follow up--"How do I apologize (for real)?" We often talk on this show about how communication is the answer to every question, and knowing how to communicate an apology effectively is one of the best skills y…

Today we help someone who lied to her partner about faking orgasms. Other episodes we reference in today's podcast: why women fake orgasms (ep 79), how long should sex last (e 109), and what's the problem with lies of omission (e 171). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Today we are replaying an old episode. The whole question is: "Why do people get upset when I say 'that’s gay'? ...I’m not homophobic!" and we are here to answer it! Special shoutout to the "It gets better" project, plus lots of links! Show notes: https://www.glsen.org/supporting-trans-and-gnc-studentshttps://www.glsen.org/participate/programs/thin…

OMG relationships, tho! Why are they soooo hard? (Humans are complicated beautiful beings!!) ... Today we talk about platonic and romantic relationships, and how to create meaningful and longer term relationships! Links we mention: Non-violent communication and Active Listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Welcome to Season Six! Sexy, sexy Season Six! Today we are going back to school with a pregnancy concern from a listener who is wondering if unprotected sex just after a partner's period could result in a pregnancy. We go through the freak out, what the chances of pregnancy (and STD transmission!) are, what you can do in this moment, and how you ca…

Today we talk about why Andrew and Spring study sexuality. What is the motivation and what do we do and why? Today's episode is a fun one where you get to know your TSW hosts a little more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

This is a replay of episode 42. What's the big deal with herpes anyway? Doesn't everyone have it? We talk stats, prevention, treatment, and de-stigmatization! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

This is a replay of episode 95. How do you know if someone is right for you? Is there "one" person who is the best fit? Today we talk about soulmates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Not sure what stealthing even is? You're not alone, and that's where we start today. We also talk about what to do if it happens to you, why people may do it, and then we get to the question that was submitted: whether a consensual version of stealthing is "ok." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

This is a replay of episode #165 which was part of a three week series on breaking up and moving on. In this episode, we talk about your partner's exes (which does not necessarily mean a break-up!... but can!). We talk strategies and things to look out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

How long should you wait to have sex with a new partner? Should you wait until marriage? Why do some people consider waiting and some people don't? What factors go into these decisions for different people? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Sex positivity and sex-positive are terms that get used a lot... but what do they really mean? And more than that, how do these concepts impact us, our sexual selves, and our society more broadly? And how can we promote sex-positive environments? All that and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Today our question is about whether someone's sexual orientation can change. And can it change multiple times? We talk about determinants of sexual orientation and what factors might contribute to someone's sexual orientation changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Even if you don't think you subscribe to any of the myths about masturbation, they can affect some of your underlying attitudes about masturbation and sexuality. Today we unpack some of the common myths about masturbation and discuss how to combat the repercussions they may have on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Today we get into nipples--how to touch them, how to stimulate them, and how to dive into pleasure in our bodies through them. This episode is for ALL nipples, no matter what your gender. And, as promised, some top rated charities to donate to for Turkey and Syria right now: https://www.sams-usa.net/; https://disasterphilanthropy.org/; https://plan…

Continuing on our month of touching ourselves, testes (balls) are up next! Why, when, and how do you need to touch your balls? And how can you make it fun and part of your routine? We are here to catch testicular cancer early! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

This month is focused on touching yourself. We start with a self- exam episode to talk all things boobs. Why do you need to do a breast self-exam (BSE)? How do you do a BSE? When do you need to do them? How do you incorporate partners into the process? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Today we talk about how to get around all the dating anxieties: from swiping to actually dating someone longer term, we have some ideas to help you through it. And, for more intense ansxiety, we recommend contacting the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

REPLAY from season 2! In this week's episode, we discuss how social media, and Instagram specifically, sometimes make us feel bad about ourselves. AND, what we can do about it. Here are some links we mention in the show: simply nailogical; reddit's insta v reality; and the h3h3 video. Here's your extra credit reading: article 1, article 2, and arti…

Today we talk about capitalism, romance, sex, and relationships. How does the economy relate to our relationships? What does it tell us about ourselves and our preferences and our habits? And how can we start to shift our perspectives? Check in on the conversation on social media, too @thesexwrap! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

Our first episode of the year is our 2022 year in review! We check in on some of our fav episodes and remind you of a few you may have missed. Get the highlights here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

There are a lot of reasons you might be crying after sex (regularly or occasionally), and we cover them all in today's episode. We also talk about things you can do about it and how to communicate about it (of course!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Sometimes you find out that a friend's partner is cheating on them, and today we talk about when you should or shouldn't talk to your friend about that discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

We continue our mini-series on cheating: today we tackle what cheating looks like in open relationships, how to prevent it, how to navigate it if it happens, and when to cut your losses and move on. Listen in and see if you learn something... you might surprise yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

One more replay before you get a bunch of new content for the next month to get you through the holidaze! This is a classic episode--one of our first dozen episodes! We recorded this back in 2017, but the content is just as fresh now as it was then. Episode 10 dares to ask the age old question: What's your number? As in, how many people have you ho…

This week we are replaying one of our favs from the vault--episode 151, about deleting your ex's intimate images and videos. When you break up with a partner, there is a lot of healing and cleaning and resetting that has to happen. And part of that process includes dealing with any intimate images or sexts you may have shared. Today we talk about t…

This week, we are on a mini-holiday vacation from podcasting. But we are replaying one of our fav episodes--one where Spring and Andrew disagree! In episode 58 (original air date early 2019) we address a question submitted where a woman stated that her boyfriend doesn’t like it when she talks about their sex with her friends. This episode was a cou…

Have you ever been in a relationship where your partner was secretly masturbating or hiding their use of porn or a vibrator? Have you ever hidden these things from a partner? Today we talk about some of the reasons people may hide these behaviors, how that affects relationships, and what we can do about it (from both sides of the relationship!). Tu…

What are Kegels and who should be doing them? How, why, and how much? All your Kegel basics are here, plus, of course, how they interact with your sex life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Today's episode is just a few minutes--with some reminders and a teaser for what to watch out for on our Instagram (@thesexwrap) this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

Shae Harmon is our guest on today's podcast and they are here to talk about trans people's experiences of pleasure and joy and how we can broaden the conversations about sexuality to be more inclusive and expansive. Content warning: there are a few unbleeped words on this episode! Shae (they/them) is a trainee sexologist at the Contemporary Institu…

It's still butt month at The Sex Wrap, and today we tackle the other side of the anal question: what about when you don't want to try butt stuff? Today we talk through the discussion and the options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

It's October, which means it is "butt month" at The Sex Wrap! And all month we are answering your questions about butts and what happens when you do fun, sexual things with your butt! Today we talk about the anus as a muscle and what happens when you play with your butt--in the short and in the long term! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

Prostate play is something a lot of people are curious about! Today we have a question from a heterosexual couple where the male was interested in trying some "butt stuff" with his female partner. We talk you down Anal Road, giving you all the info about the sights you need/want to see on the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

Monkeypox--is it a STD/STI? Should I be worried about it? Can I prevent it? HELP! This episode has all your questions answered. And for more info, check out the CDC's info page at: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/index.html. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

"Hooking up" is maybe the most over-used phrase to describe, well, so many sexual behaviors. Today we talk about the "rules" of hooking-up, and how to do it better. (Hint: it definitely involves communication!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesThe Sex Wrap による

So many people ask us this question in moments of turmoil--like after that night where you were on a boat and there just wasn't a condom, or when the condom broke, or when you suspect someone has not be honest about their past... WHEN SHOULD I GET TESTED?? Today we talk about the when, the how, the why, the what, ... a little bit of every aspect of…

Ever have like the best best best sex with someone, and then break up with them, and then think "OH NO I HAVE TO HAVE BAD SEX AGAIN"?? Well you're not alone, and we're here to help. We talk about how you can prevent the bad-sex-again blues! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

We're on break for the month of August, so we are replaying some of our favorite episodes! This is originally episode #156. Today we talk all things bisexual. Think you know what it is to be bi? Think you know what outcomes bisexual people experience differently? You might not know as much as you think! Tune in to today's episode to learn a little …