The Sexual Philosopher

Let's chat for a bit!

Carlene sits down and speaks about growing up with a sexually pragmatic parent, experiencing sensation in a highly sensitive body, and the complexity of unintended pregnancy. https://carlenespt.com

Carlene speaks with Stephanie about speaking about sex and relationships when you have a history of trauma, the sensuality of dance, and whether or not trust is an illusion (and if that is a bad thing).

Carlene speaks with Jess about sex, Christianity, and guilt, discovering pleasure through longing and anticipation, and dirty perverts that open up one's erotic world. https://www.facebook.com/events/258179134802738/ https://www.belovedcoaching.net/ https://thesexualphilosopher.com/s1-ep17-jess/ www.instagram.com/belovedcoaching

In this episode, Evelin talks about being naturally polyamorous, her evolving relationship with her body, and using sex magick. You can find Evelin in all these places: https://vidameanslife.com/ https://www.meetup.com/sexpositivepdx/ http://tedxsalem.us/evelin-dacker/ http://maketimeforthetalk.com/

Carlene talks with Kenya about sneaking your girlfriends out to get birth control, the surprising sex-positivity of the armed forces, and learning how to squirt through mindfulness. Check out Kenya's website here (Warning--NSFW): http://kenyawrightbooks.com/ The gay male alternative to Airbnb mentioned in the episode: https://www.misterbandb.com/

Sorry for disappearing. In this episode, I get personal and vulnerable about why I've ghosted you all. See you next week.

Carlene and Jenny talk about sex education in the 90s, the pressure to not fuck it up in parenting, and the discovery that sexual chemistry isn't scarce. To view the musician I reference, click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyRsl8zIOCdTt0p_hMtnRaQ

Carlene and April chat about being femme-presenting while not feeling femme, the surprising benefits of aging, and having sex that you want to have.

Carlene speaks with Eva Blake about consensual non-consent, the experience of blossoming as a queer femme in a misogynistic world, and learning what you want from your sex life. Find Eva here: http://www.liberatingdesire.com/ For Eva's The Mystery Box stories: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deqq--mxugg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBbDcBfRQyc

Carlene speaks with Sassy Latte about how a sexual relationship with your body can positively impact body image, the perception that cybersex isn't as gratifying as other sex, and coping with anxiety during intimate situations. Find Sassy Latte here: https://www.instagram.com/sassy_latte/?hl=en https://www.patreon.com/SassyLatte/memberships

Carlene speaks with Amory Jane about poverty and its impact on one's body image, surprisingly affirming first sexual encounters, and exploring sexuality in a pregnant body. You can find Amory Jane here: amoryjane.com https://www.instagram.com/amory_jane/?hl=en http://bossanovaballroom.com/show/whoopee-a-sex-positive-variety-show-april/ p { margin-bottom: 0.1in; line-height: 120%; }a:link { }

Carlene talks with Jennifer about the complexity of learning about sex from a parent who suffers from mental illness, the therapeutic value of sex while grieving, and learning how to squirt. To see Jennifer's stories, check out these links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueiXPvabxbg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaFw_O50084 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUjPrF9Satg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtFdIrSRMfA

Carlene speaks with Elle about seeking peace after abuse, sexual shame, and helping family members heal from inherited sexual trauma. Find Elle here: http://ladyl411.com/ https://www.facebook.com/LadyL411/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/235227130294722/

Carlene and Chris talk about growing up in a distant household, learning to find your sexual authenticity, and bulldozing your intimate space every now and again. Check out Chris's book here! http://heartingear.com/ Check out his The Mystery Box Show stories here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSNSTf2g_FI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IODF_ztlGZ0

Carlene and Aleah talk about growing up knowing you are different, less-than-ideal first sexual encounters, and exploring kink. Check out Aleah's The Mystery Box Show stories here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs4WZonP2tM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ES9AYXKw6k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Si59q3vBpF4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwos5CXhY9I

Carlene and Brad talk about self-esteem, the psychological intricacies of sex addiction, and the surprising simplicity of some peak sexual encounters. To view Brad's The Mystery Box show story, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv9X2c71RVM

Carlene speaks with Anna about the transition of aging in a society that tries to erase elderly women, the search for deep, rich eroticism, and piercing the veil of the ordinary. View Anna's Mystery Box Show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtdJYGUUC34 You can find Anna's services here: http://annamarti.com/

Carlene speaks with her long-term partner, Ben, about alternative reasons for polyamory, the thrill of discovering individual bodies, and the challenge of learning to put your pleasure first.

Carlene talks with Reba about the influence of culture on our sexuality, the impact of self-esteem on our relationships, and the excitement of discovering that you actually fantasize about your partner! All the Mystery Box Show links! http://www.mysteryboxshow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/mysteryboxshow/ https://www.instagram.com/mysterybox/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/user/MysteryBoxShow https://twitter.com/mysteryboxpdx?lang=en