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The Intimacy Inquiry

Welcome to The Intimacy Inquiry. Join us for open, curious, and non-judgmental conversations exploring the vast landscape of intimacy and sexuality. We delve into everything, including but not limited to, the value of good sex education to the importance of exploring and understanding our own bodies, overcoming trauma, and how to forge deeper connections with your partner, .Our expert guests include sex therapists, adult content creators, sexologists, authors, somatic healers, porn addiction

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83:16

Embodying Pleasure: Patty Alfonso on Erotic...

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2026/03/30

Embodying Pleasure: Patty Alfonso on Erotic Innocence, Nervous System Healing, and Expanding IntimacyPatty Alfonso, an “erotic priestess” and creator of the Embody Her mentorship, explains her trauma-aware, body-based approach to helping women integrate pleasure, power, and truth by reconnecting with the body rather than living solely “from the neck up.” She and the host discuss somatic healing for trauma responses, technology-driven disconnection, and how patriarchy and mixed cultural messages

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81:35

#118 Cidney Green: Unfiltered, non-monogamous,...

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2026/03/26

Cidney Green on Sexual Liberation, Non‑Monogamy, and PowerOn Intimacy Inquiry, the host speaks with Cidney Green, creator of viral Atlanta alt orgy events, the Pussy Over Pain Movement, and author of the upcoming book All Three In Me.Green describes her private self as playful and affection-seeking, contrasts her teenage prudishness and dependence on male validation with an early fascination with sex, and discusses porn as entertainment rather than education. She argues society’s comfort with

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#117 Radical Honesty, Modern Intimacy, and Sex Work

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2026/03/23

Radical Honesty, Modern Intimacy, and Sex Work: Elizabeth Romanova on Stigma, Boundaries, and IndependenceLondon-based escort and adult content creator Elizabeth Romanova, a single mother to a 15-year-old, discusses her decade-plus in sex work, her choice of “radical honesty” at home, and how she navigates stigma and judgment by avoiding online comments. She describes exploring different parts of the industry (escorting, porn, webcamming, OnlyFans) and valuing creator control, travel, and flexible

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#116 From Sexual Shame to Sovereignty with Jocelyn Silva

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2026/03/19

From Sexual Shame to Sovereignty: Pleasure, Communication, and Unlearning Conditioning with Jocelyn SilvaEmpowerment coach and sex educator Jocelyn Silva shares how growing up Catholic in the San Fernando Valley shaped intense shame-based messages about sex, and how a positive first sexual experience and feminist activism led her to leave the church and become a sex educator with Coochie La, teaching comprehensive sex ed in low-income communities. She and the host discuss how shame and political

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65:18

#115 Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Self-Trust, and...

The Intimacy Inquiry ·

2026/03/16

Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Self-Trust, and Building Real Connection with Tori JenaeTrauma-informed relationship and confidence coach Tori Jenae shares how complex childhood trauma shaped her nervous system and dating patterns, including perfectionism, control, low-grade anxiety, and avoidant “push-pull” intimacy. She explains how early attachments create “love maps,” why trauma is stored in the body, and critiques talk therapy that stops at the mind, emphasizing somatic work and safety in

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68:01

Elana Auerbach on The Sure Thing: A Weekly Pleasure...

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2026/03/13

Elana Auerbach on The Sure Thing: A Weekly Pleasure Practice for Lasting IntimacyElana Auerbach, a sensuality guide and educator, discusses her book and “The Sure Thing” love experiment: a simple weekly pleasure practice designed to help couples replace sex struggles and performance pressure with reliable intimacy, desire, and joy.She shares her personal history of dissociation, sexual awakening, and her purpose as a “priestess of love and connection,” explaining how a 12-year desire mismatch with

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81:57

Embodiment, Consent, and Leaving a Sexless Marriage

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2026/03/11

Embodiment, Consent, and Leaving a Sexless Marriage: Skylar Lyralen Kaye on Queer Intimacy and Self-LoveNon-binary, gender-fluid writer and solo performer Skylar Lyralen Kaye discusses their work on intimacy, queerness, and mental health, and describes a day-to-day life grounded in solitude, meditation, yoga, hiking, and paddleboarding after moving from the US to Portugal, which they find safer, more peaceful, and less achievement-driven.They redefine success as quality of life, joy, love, and inner

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79:49

Bridging the Desire Gap: Somatic Intimacy,...

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2026/03/04

Bridging the Desire Gap: Somatic Intimacy, Communication, and PleasureDr. Laura Jurgens, a certified sex and relationship coach and creator of the Desire Gap Bridge Method, discusses how her background in science and personal trauma informed her somatic, body-based approach to helping couples navigate libido mismatches, which she says affect about 80% of long-term couples. The conversation explores how people attach painful meaning to desire differences, why stereotypes about which partner wants

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67:16

Caasi O’Day on Being “Too Much”

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2026/03/02

Caasi O’Day on Being “Too Much,” Somatic Healing, and Treating the Clients Others AvoidLicensed clinical social worker Caasi O’Day, founder of Las Vegas practice Polarized Parts, shares her path from being a “lost cause” teen in a small Iowa town—angry, self-harming, using drugs, and distrustful of therapy—to becoming a clinician known for radical honesty, dark humor, and working with clients often judged or labeled “treatment resistant.”She explains why she centers nonjudgment, authenticity, and

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92:53

Valerie Greene on Attachment, Communication, and...

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2026/02/25

Transforming Conflict into Intimacy: Valerie Greene on Attachment, Communication, and Lasting LoveValerie Greene, a transformational life coach and relationship specialist, discusses how she helps women and couples turn conflict into deeper intimacy using emotional healing modalities and practical communication tools. She reflects on her formative years, including a fraught relationship with her emotionally unavailable father and a spiritual but also emotionally unavailable mother, and how early

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74:16

Existential Kink, BDSM, and Reclaiming Intimacy: with...

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2026/02/23

Existential Kink, BDSM, and Reclaiming Intimacy: with Tina EstrellaCertified existential kink coach and former professional dominatrix Tina Estrella shares her path from years of substance abuse, self-harm, and misdiagnoses to discovering she’s on the AuDHD spectrum and shifting toward nervous-system-informed, somatic, parts-based work.She recounts a pivotal “bathroom floor” moment—hearing a clear inner voice ask, “Tina, what are you doing?”—that sparked self-responsibility and a rapid decision to

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66:00

Creating, Maintaining, and Rebuilding Long-Term...

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2026/02/19

Creating, Maintaining, and Rebuilding Long-Term Intimacy with Bella Krutik Bella Krutik, a relationship nervous system and feminine embodiment coach, shares how she helps successful women and men rebuild trust, intimacy, and long-term connection. She reflects on her formative years as a rule-following, approval-seeking “good girl,” shaped by a first-generation Australian/Latvian immigrant family culture of playing small and staying safe. Bella describes marrying at 20, divorcing four years later,

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58:40

Lauren Venables on Safety, Somatics, and Dropping the...

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2026/02/17

Lauren Venables on Safety, Somatics, and Dropping the Guard to Create Deeper IntimacyLauren Venables, a Sydney-based feminine embodiment and intimacy coach who supports high-achieving women in feeling safe enough to drop their guard and receive intimacy, pleasure, and devotion through somatic practices, nervous system work, trauma-informed coaching, grief, and relational healing. Lauren shares how she was shy, perfectionistic, and afraid to be seen as a teen despite being a dancer, and how bullying

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45:37

Navigating Modern Therapy and Relationships with...

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2026/02/13

Navigating Modern Therapy and Relationships with Briana BassIn this episode, Briana Bass, a licensed professional counselor associate and board-certified clinical psychologist, shares insights from her unique background, combining high-level corporate experience and work in addiction centers.She discusses the transformative power of modern, evidence-based therapy in addressing the challenges of today's high-pressure world. Briana reflects on her formative years and explains how modern therapy

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51:40

Rebuilding Self-Trust with Brylye Collins: Navigating...

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2026/02/06

Rebuilding Self-Trust with Brylye Collins: Navigating Love, Life, and LeadershipIn this episode, Brylye Collins, a relationship coach, talent leader, and founder of Building with Bry, shares her journey from a corporate HR and talent acquisition background to empowering singles in finding intentional relationships. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Brylye discusses the importance of self-trust and clarity in dating, her transition from traditional corporate roles to relationship coaching, and

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71:07

Embracing Pleasure and Power: A Deep Dive with Dr....

The Intimacy Inquiry ·

2026/02/04

Embracing Pleasure and Power: A Deep Dive with Dr. Jordin WigginsIn this insightful episode, Dr. Jordin Wiggins, a naturopathic doctor, author, and pleasure and intimacy coach, shares her revolutionary approach to women's sexual health and wellness. As the CEO of the Pleasure Collective and host of the Amazing Pleasure Principles podcast, Dr. Wiggins combines her 13 years of holistic medical experience with personal insights as a sexual abuse survivor to help high-achieving women reclaim their

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54:25

Reclaiming Intimacy: Xanet Pailet's Journey from...

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2026/01/30

Reclaiming Intimacy: Xanet Pailet's Journey from Sexless Marriage to Passionate CoachIn this episode, Xanet Pailet, a nationally recognized sex and intimacy coach, shares her transformative journey from a 26-year sexless marriage and a successful career as a healthcare executive to becoming a somatic sexologist and author. Pailet discusses her immersive healing retreats, her approach to trauma-informed body-based sexuality, and the importance of emotional and physical intimacy. She offers practical

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57:19

Exploring the Complexities of Sexuality with Gigi Engle

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2026/01/28

Exploring the Complexities of Sexuality with Gigi EngleIn this episode, we dive deep into sexuality, intimacy, and diverse relationships with Gigi Engle, a renowned sex and relationship psychotherapist. Starting with Gigi's formative years and journey in sex education, the discussion spans various topics including the pitfalls of traditional sex education, the impact of pornography on young minds, and the importance of pleasure-based sex education. Gigi shares insights on the dynamics in kinky and

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80:29

Exploring Power, Art, and Intimacy: A Deep Dive with...

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2026/01/26

Exploring Power, Art, and Intimacy: A Deep Dive with Mistress MalisandreMistress Malisandre, an artist, author, and power dynamic educator, discusses how her work with the House of Embers explores the transformation of power through art and immersive experiences. She shares her journey into power dynamics, beginning with observing power in her formative years and eventually becoming a professional dominatrix. Malisandre elaborates on the misconceptions surrounding BDSM and how she integrates

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65:10

Exploring Erotic Integrity with Dr. Claudia Six

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2026/01/23

Exploring Erotic Integrity with Dr. Claudia SixDr. Claudia Six, a clinical psychologist, couple’s counselor, and author with over 35 years of experience, discusses her journey from a shy teenager to a renowned sex therapist. She shares her background, influences, and key concepts from her book 'Erotic Integrity: How to Be True to Yourself Sexually.' Dr. Six elaborates on the challenges couples face regarding sexual satisfaction, authenticity, and connection. She also addresses the impacts of body

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