The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 9, Episode 3, with host Karen Yates How does obsessive compulsive disorder manifest in sex and relationships? In many ways, but treatment is possible and effective. Karen talks with sex therapist Laura Federico about the root issue in OCD, ramifications, and solutions. The shame of minor attraction and getting help is included. They also discuss Laura’s new […]
“Hands On”— Sexuality Work and Healing
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 8, Episode 2, with host Karen Yates Remi Newman, editor of the new book Hands On, a collection of personal essays by sexuality workers, and Mehdi, a somatic sex and trauma therapist, talk with Karen about the complexities of sex work and the potential for deep healing through hands-on modalities. Episode Links Hands On: Stories of Sexuality Work, Intimacy and […]
Genital De-armoring
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 8, Episode 1, with host Karen Yates In the first episode of our Healing from Sexual Trauma season, sexological bodyworker and somatic healer Rahi Chun explains how genital de-armoring can help people move through held and often painful trauma patterns lodged in the pelvis. Episode Links Rahi Chun – Dual certified somatic sex educator and sexological […]
2023 Most Downloaded! Sexual Trauma, Somatic Healing
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 6, Episode 4, with host Karen Yates Our most popular episode of 2023! What is somatic healing and how does it work? Karen speaks with three somatic-based professionals on different techniques. They discuss the possibilities for healing sexual trauma and getting back into your body. We’re taking the rest of December off. The podcast resumes January 11! Episode […]
Sexual Trauma, Somatic Healing
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 4, Episode 3, with host Karen Yates What is somatic healing and how does it work? Karen speaks with three somatic-based professionals on different techniques. They discuss the possibilities for healing sexual trauma and getting back into your body. Episode Links Guest Links: Cassie Porter – Sexological bodyworker & body-centered counselor Elmo Painter-Edington – Somatic Therapist […]
Gender Euphoria, Queer Magic
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 3, Episode 24, with host Karen Yates Two panelists talk with Karen about the expansive possibilities of realizing your own gender expression and how the journey can lead to somatic release and increased joy. Episode Links Ley David Elliette Cray Clark Hazel – Nonbinary trans therapist licensed in OR and IL Karen Yates – Sex […]
How to Talk to a Therapist About Sex
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 3, Episode 16, with host Karen Yates Do you talk to your therapist about your sex life? How can you find a sex-positive provider who works for you? Three professionals discuss what to look for and how to start the conversation. Episode Links Blake Mackie, Hannah Schwartz & Tom Doctor of Best Therapies Kink and Polyamory-Aware […]
Eavesdropping: Masturbation Ruts
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 53, with host Karen Yates Do you feel stuck in the same pattern whenever you masturbate? How can you reset and start to form a healthy masturbation practice? In this latest Eavesdropping ep, sex writer Jera Brown sparks an impromtu convo with Karen on understanding and getting unstuck from masturbation habits that aren’t […]
Are You Polysaturated?
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 52, with host Karen Yates How can you tell when you’ve got enough partners? Panelists respond to a listener question on avoiding overcommitment and burnout while living a nonmonogamous life. (But! But! What if the new person you’ve just met is *really* cute?). Episode Links Matthew Amador – Psychotherapist for love, sex, & gender […]
Eavesdropping: Is Suffering Optional?
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 49, with host Karen Yates Do you avoid difficult conversations with partners, or leap right into the sticky stuff? In the second episode in our Eavesdropping series — unplanned, no-holds-barred conversations, beginning with a guest’s question for Karen — Brandon Hunter-Haydon asks, “What does it mean to choose pain over suffering?” Episode Links […]
Masturbation and Mindful Erotic Practice
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 3, with host Karen Yates “It’s dress-up, it’s try-on, it’s ‘let’s see,’ it’s what else, who else am I?” Karen Yates interviews somatic sex educator captain snowdon on developing a mindful erotic practice that centers on pleasure and embodiment. Plus, a joyful poem for Karen’s Sermon on the Pubic Mound®. Episode Chapters INTERVIEW: captain snowdon […]
Getting Laid During COVID, Part 2: Long-Term Relationships
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 1, Episode 15, with host Karen Yates As we face another round of public-space restrictions this fall due to a rise in COVID cases, we wanted to revisit this episode. Sex & intimacy coach Tazima Parris, sex-positive psychotherapist Matthew Amador, and Sarah Sloane, Director of Operations and Communications for #open, return from episode one to talk about […]
