Evolution of Intimacy

Evolution of Intimacy

The Show about Sex, Relationships and Everything in Between. Ella is a Cairns based Sex and Relationship Therapist; fully accredited, qualified and highly experienced in the industry. In her edgy and informative show she interviews experts and everyday people from around the world on juicy topics relating to adult sexual and romantic relationships. Expect to be surprised, to laugh and to learn plenty of things they never told you in Sex-Ed at High School. This podcast was produced & recorded in the studios of Cairns FM 89.1 Listen Fridays at 8-9pm QLD time. Learn more about Ella and listen to previous episodes via her website: www.ellashannon.com

Episodes

April 7, 2024 19 mins

Embodiment, sounds good- what is it? Delve into the concept of embodiment with Jacqui Ward of 'Ways of the Wild Womb'. Jacqui has worked in the healing arts for 24 years and shares her love of human touch & connection through Somatic Therapy, Sensual Embodied Dance, Womb and Fertility massage and much more. We talk about why 'being in your body' is important, about dissociation and why this happens and some simple embodiment pr...

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How do you feel about your body? What a loaded question right?! Most of us, at some point in our lives will feel self conscious about our bodies. Obviously the diet and wellness industries have been harnessing our insecurities to sell products that promote this sense of needing to look a certain way. We hope you enjoy this dynamic conversation with Laura Lee about body image, sex, and how to overcome challenging thoughts about our ...

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Dissociation is something people who have experienced trauma are often very good at. It helps people get on with daily living and have relationships. Often the ability to dissociate is what allowed them to survive difficult childhoods or past experiences. However it can become habitual and prevent people from living a present and connected life. During sex, many people find it hard to stay present in their body and with their exper...

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March 10, 2024 21 mins

Not everyone can orgasm easily or at all. This wonderful talk with Sexologist Stacey Micallef discusses all things anorgasmia. The discussion has a focus on women and people with vulvas / vaginas, for a discussion of male and penis owner difficulty with orgasm, go to episode one of this podcast. 

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Deb is a trauma informed educator/counsellor, skilled in the areas of sexuality education, coaching, production management, diverse teaching areas, general counselling and theatre skills. Deb delivers the fabulous 'Dateability' training for neurodiverse people and shares lots of tips and insight about dating, sex and relationships.

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Sexual Challenges are super common, it's just not something people advertise or talk to their mates about much, for obvious reasons. Join this encouraging chat with Sex Coach Cam Fraser- who specialises in supporting straight / cis men to work through challenges related to sex and relationships. Learn more about Cam here; https://cam-fraser.com/

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Many people struggle with what they call 'sex addiction' such as watching a lot of porn or having lots of sex outside of a relationship. Silva Neves challenges the idea of addiction in relation to sexual behaviours. He says that disorders of sexual compulsivity are quite rare, and that people who think they are 'sex addicts' often have only a couple of traits of sexual compulsive disorder. Hear Silva explore what he believes is goi...

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Dr. Jae West, PhD is a certified Erotic Blueprint™ Coach. An Erotic Blueprint is a language that helps us to communicate who we are erotically. It describes what turns us on, what challenges we may face when it comes to our sexuality and how we are wired in our arousal. Jae lists the Blueprints, and helps the audience understand which Blueprint they might align with (at least today), the superpower of each as well as the shadow asp...

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February 24, 2023 30 mins

Rod's message is particularly for men who are in relationships with women. He says; My gift is to guide men in discovering their own unique path of becoming a man. I want men to know they can be a deeply spiritual, free, and awake man who is also engaged with life. A life that includes meditation, a thriving career they love, making love with their woman, making a contribution in the world, whilst also going fishing, surfing, motor...

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February 17, 2023 23 mins

Skye of Evolved Lovers teaches the erotic art of rope tying, known as Shibari, which she discusses in this interview. Skye has an unapologetic, sexually positive approach and makes it her mission to grant others the knowledge of how they too may feel raw passion by abandoning their fears and embracing their innermost desires. Find out more about Skye here: https://evolvedlovers.com/about-skye/ 

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Orgasms feel wonderful, and have many physical and mental health benefits. However for many women and people with vulvas- they are not available during partnered sex. Learn how to gain orgasmic confidence International orgasm expert, pleasure nerd and embodiment queen, Mangala Holland. Learn more about Mangala here; https://mangalaholland.com/ 

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February 3, 2023 25 mins

Sacred Intimacy coach Martina Hughes says 'So many people today struggle with not feeling seen, heard and felt by their intimate partners. Many people are challenged by not knowing how to connect with the quality of partner they wish for.' In this inspiring interview, Martina describes Sacred Intimacy, and provides some tips on how to get started on the path. Find out more about Martina here; https://martinahughes.com/ 

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January 27, 2023 26 mins

During the first years of our lives, our most important task is to bond with our primary caregiver, in order to ensure we are cared for and looked after. Many parents however were abusive, neglectful or were unable to consistently show up for their kids for whatever reason. These children adapt, and learn how to survive and get by in these environments, but grow into adults that repeat similar patterns in their own relationships. C...

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January 20, 2023 26 mins

Neo Tantra is the modern interpretation of an ancient tradition. It focuses on sacred sexuality and pleasure. Suriya Nitschke, a female intimacy coach and yoga therapist is an expert in this field and discusses how to unblock numbness and reduce pain in the Yoni (Tantric word for vulva / vagina) to enable more pleasure to flow through the body. A wonderful introduction and lots of tips to try at home. Find out more about Suriya her...

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Sexual Health literacy is the ability to understand and also apply health information related to sexual and reproductive health. Vijay Ramanathan is a Sexual Health Lecturer at the University of Sydney, and provides insight into what sexual health literacy is, and why it is so important. Find out more about Vijay below;

https://societyaustraliansexologists.org.au/Sys/PublicProfile/51143254/5948828 

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January 6, 2023 22 mins

Couples can overcome affairs, once the shock and hurt has subsided, if they truly want to work on things and rebuild trust. In this interview, Accredited Sex Therapist and Couple Counsellor Stephanie Azri discusses this taboo topic, and provides ideas for people wanting to overcome what has happened.

Find out more about Stephanie here: https://stephanieazri.com/ 

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December 30, 2022 26 mins

What should you do if your partner wants a whole lot more or less sex than you do? This is an extremely common concern that sex therapists work with everyday. Sandra Pertot is a Clinical Psychologist and Accredited Sex Therapist, and she shares over 20 years of wisdom on this topic. Find out more about Sandra here; linkedin.com/in/sandra-pertot-65182341

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December 23, 2022 24 mins

Gender Diversity is becoming well understood in many spaces of Australian Community. If you want to understand more, and learn how to be a good ally to gender diverse people, then listen along! 

Pablo Navarro is a kink and LGBTIQA+ friendly sex therapist, accredited with the Society of Australian Sexologists, who enjoys working with concerns related to sex and sexual dysfunction, sexual and gender identity affirmation, depression, ...

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December 16, 2022 21 mins

When couples are trying to get pregnant, often their  relationship towards sex changes. When fertility treatments take place such as IVF, these changes are compounded. Monica shares her wisdom regarding navigating sex and fertility in this informative interview.  Monica is accredited with the Society of Australian Sexologists as a sex therapist, and specialises in fertility awareness education. Find out more about Monica here; www....

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December 9, 2022 22 mins

What is the field of sexology all about anyway? Learn about forensic sexology, consent, concerns about unqualified 'sex coaches' and lots more with Forensic Sexologist Laura Dangerfield. 

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