The Sexy Life Podcast

Kerry Wilde is the founder of Embodied Soul Style Method. After working for over 20 years in the fashion industry she is now an advocate of slow fashion. Kerry supports women and men to find their unique soul style, embracing their authentic beauty and fully expressing their inner worlds through their ‘second skin’ of clothing. Kerry shares about what she sees inhibiting women’s self expression including the impact of the ‘beauty myth’, what ‘embodied soul style’ is and the healing and empowerment that happens from embracing your soul style, how to dress as a ritual, tips on how to edit your wardrobe and how to get more life from the clothes we have, what fast fashion is and the devastating impacts of the industry, what slow and sustainable fashion is and ideas about how you can buy more consciously and more. We even touched on the best clothes for menopause!  I hope you enjoy this conversation.  Kerry shares: What ‘embodied soul style’ is and the healing and empowerment that happens from embracing your soul style  The impact of the ‘beauty myth’  What inhibits women’s self expression What feminine embodiment is  Tips on how to edit your wardrobe  What it means to have a circular wardrobe  How to dress as a ritual  What fast fashion is and the devastating impacts of the industry  What slow and sustainable fashion is and ideas about how you can buy more consciously  How you can make a difference as a consumer  Tips on how to get more life from the clothes we have Kerry’s vision for the future of fashion  Clothes for perimenopause and menopause  Kerry Wilde is the founder of Embodied Soul Style Method. She has over 20 years experience in the fashion industry and 18 years as a holistic practitioner. Her body of work meets at the intersection of Spirituality, Sustainability and Style. She believes that the Future of Fashion is in returning to a culture of Authentic Beauty and liberated Self-expression.  RESOURCES FROM KERRY  Website: (www.kerrywilde.com) Instagram:  ( Style group on Facebook:  ( Sustainable Brand directory (for month of July 2022), sign up here: ( Muse 1:1 program (  RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter so you can find out about the latest podcast episode and get pleasure mapping, a guided audio practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex...

Kate Codrington is author of Second Spring the self-care guide to menopause, a wise and gentle companion for this time of transition.  This conversation is essential listening for anyone in perimenopause and menopause and I’d recommend this for those of you approaching this stage of life too.  Kate brings her playfulness and passion with an essential dose of humour, and a heap of kindness as she offers a new vision for menopause.  We explored why there is fear around perimenopause and menopause, the 3 phases of perimenopause - separation, surrender and emergence (these are a really helpful framework for understanding the process), finding purpose and meaning in perimenopause, why perimenopause is time to slow down, rest and be kinder to yourself, Kate’s thoughts on how to decide if HRT is right for you, or not, why and how your sexuality can change at perimenopause, how to connect with your sexuality through this transition and so much more!  Kate shares: Why there is fear around perimenopause and menopause  The impact of ageism  The 3 phases of perimenopause - separation, surrender and emergence  Finding purpose and meaning in perimenopause Why perimenopause is time to slow down and do less How you can be kinder to yourself at this time  The importance of rest at this time  What yoga nidra is and how it can help you What a medicine circle is  The value of creating a network of support with friends in the same life phase Her thoughts on how to decide if HRT is right for you, or not  Why and how your sexuality can change at perimenopause How to connect with your sexuality through this transition  The creativity that emerges post menopause  How the use of your energy changes throughout the phases of life  Author of Second Spring the self-care guide to menopause, Kate is a mentor, speaker, facilitator, artist, writer and has been a therapist for 30 years. A pioneering spirit, Kate was the first to graduate as a Menstruality Medicine Circle facilitator, is the host of Life - An Inside Job podcast, creates multi-level art textile projects and seasonal Yoga Nidra inspired by the land where she lives in Hertfordshire. When she’s not doing these things you’ll find her playing in her compost heaps. RESOURCES FROM KATE Website - (  Instagram - @kate_codrington  Book - The Second Spring, The Positive Guide to Menopause by Kate Codrington Monthly yoga nidra to rest and connect with the earth, it's bespoke, so you come with your wishes, phases and the words you want to hear and I weave them in. 20% of the money goes to black minds matter uk  ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter so you can find out about the latest podcast episode and get pleasure mapping, a guided audio practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists

Somatica Founder and Sex Expert, Celeste Hirschman is the co-creator of the cutting edge Somatica Method of Sex and Relationship Coaching and trains coaches in the method. The Somatica Method helps clients realize their full sexual and emotional potential. Celeste exudes joy and shares her love for sex.  We explored a range of topics including, what is erotic empowerment and how your erotic energy can be your guide, how to discover what you want to feel during sex, your core desires and your hottest movie, how to share your desires with a partner, what to do if your hottest movie is incompatible with your partners, how to talk about triggers with partners, different relationship models and how ‘one size doesn’t fit all’, shame, dating, dealing with rejection and more.  Celeste shares: How socialisation about sex affects girls and women  What is erotic empowerment and how your erotic energy can be your guide What is shame and how to heal it How to discover what you want to feel during sex, your core desires and your hottest movie How to share your desires with a partner  What to do if you feel your hottest movie is ‘incompatible’ with your partners Different relationship models and how ‘one size doesn’t fit all’  Dating and how to be with rejection  What is emotional empowerment How to talk about triggers with partners  What is the Somatica method and how to become a sex and relationship coach with Somatica  Somatica Founder and Sex Expert, Celeste Hirschman is the co-creator of the cutting edge Somatica Method of Sex and Relationship Coaching and trains coaches in the method. The Somatica Method helps clients realize their full sexual and emotional potential. Along with her business partner, Danielle Harel Ph.D., she has authored 3 books including their most recent book, Coming Together: Embracing your Core Desires for Sexual Fulfillment and Long-Term Compatibility. RESOURCES FROM CELESTE Find Celeste online: ( ( ( ( what a Somatica session looks like: (  Coming Together: Embracing Your Core Desires for Sexual Fulfilment and Long-Term Compatibility by Danielle Harel Ph.D and Celeste Hirschman M.A (Making Love Real: The Intelligent Couple's Guide to Lasting Intimacy and Passion) by Danielle Harel Ph.D and Celeste Hirschman M.A Cockfidence: The Extraordinary Lover's Guide to Being The Man You Want To Be: Written by Celeste Hirschman MA RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (

I’m delighted share this conversation with trauma coach and educator Catherine Hale.  Trauma is such an important topic as it affects so many people.  We cover so much including Catherine's definition of trauma, what the nervous system is, what a resilient nervous system looks like, the first steps you can take for healing trauma, why the gentle way is the sustainable route to healing trauma, how to learn to get your needs met, how to establish healthy boundaries, how to find the type of rest that is right for you, how to unlock shame, essential foundations for a thriving sex life, Catherines post-menopausal wisdom for women for who are still menstruating and much more.  Catherine shares: Her definition of trauma  What the nervous system is and how it can respond to life  What a resilient nervous system looks like and how to increase resilience  What the ‘window of tolerance’ is and why it is important First steps you can take for healing trauma  Why the gentle way is the sustainable route to healing trauma  How to learn to get your needs met  How to establish healthy boundaries Things to look out for when finding groups to explore your sexuality  Why rest can feel threatening to your nervous system What ‘active’ rest is Wisdom from a post-menopausal woman for who are still menstruating Essential foundations for a thriving sex life How to unlock shame The difference between hyper and hypo sexuality  One of Catherine's favourite practices for regulating your nervous system  Catherine Hale is an embodied trauma coach, educator and guide specialising in sex, love, and business who believes in the power of post-traumatic growth. A heartfelt entrepreneur, Catherine is the creator of the Thrive in Life Coaching Program, which has supported 100’s of courageous people to shift from surviving to Thriving in their lives. Her Thrive in Business Coaching Program is for heart centred coaches and entrepreneurs wanting to Thrive in Business and to dedicate their lives to create positive and sustainable change in the world. Her successful Trauma Awareness Training has been taken by participants in over 15 countries worldwide and continues to bridge the gap in the therapeutic community – offering trauma informed practices and perspectives where previously absent.  She is passionate about shifting the experience of menopause into one that’s culturally held knowing that we need to address this shift from both a personal and systemic perspective. As a qualified trauma coach, sexological bodyworker, Trauma Release Exercises practitioner, and post-menopausal woman she writes a about a range of topics through the trauma informed lens: sex, love, relationships, menopause, women’s pelvic health, and post traumatic growth. With a life long passion for the natural world she lives in Devon, UK by the river Dart with her cat Simba and can be found deepening her connection to nature while exploring ancient pathways in Dartmoor National Park. RESOURCES FROM CATHERINE Find Catherine online  Instagram - catherinehaleuk Website - (  Email - catherine@catherinehale.co.uk Catherine's 1:1 sessions to support people with trauma Thrive in their life, including their sexuality Thrive in Life: ( in Business: ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  (

I love this conversation with Tobin Zivon, who has been nick-named the “couple’s whisperer.” I did some 1-1 sessions with Tobin when I was hunting to find out why my intimate relationships never worked. Working with Tobin was a crucial piece in my healing jigsaw and I’m excited to share with you his wisdom, sensitivity, humour and passion.  In this rich conversation we explore the territory of intimate relationships, including why relating can be so challenging,  the patterns that kill relationships, ways to deal with charged emotions and triggers, what to do when you are stuck in the dynamic where one partner wants deeper intimacy and the other doesn’t want to or doesn’t know how to, what makes for a thriving relationship and how to grow more of the good stuff, powerful questions to invite vulnerability and connection,  what Tantra is, how to explore a deeper quality of sexual intimacy and listen to the end and you get an opportunity to practice tantra as you listen to the podcast, as Tobin guides you in a beautiful practice.   If you are wondering why you are stuck in certain patterns around relationships or curious about what it takes for a relationship to thrive, this conversation has gems that are for you whether you are single, dating or in a relationship. Why relating can be so challenging for people How our wounds meet with another  What the ‘bandwidth of familiarity’ is, how you can get stuck there and how to move out of it The patterns that kill relationships Ways to deal with charged emotions and triggers What to do when you are stuck in the dynamic where one partner wants deeper intimacy and the other doesn’t want to or doesn’t know how to  The limits of non violent communication  Why its important to take responsibility for what’s not working in your relationship  Why its important to have a guide to support you in your relationship  What makes for a thriving relationship and how to grow more of the good stuff  Powerful questions to invite vulnerability and connection  What Tantra is How we are designed to be tantric beings How to explore a deeper quality of sexual intimacy  Listen to the end where you get an opportunity to practice tantra as you listen to the podcast, as Tobin guides you in a beautiful practice.  Tobin Zivon has been wholeheartedly dedicated to spiritual awakening and to serving others in the flowering of their highest potential for over 30 years.  Author of books “The Art of Mindful Living” and the forthcoming “Allies in Awakening: Living the Truth of Unconditional Love in Intimate Relationships,” he has been described as “The Ultimate Guide… A rare, exquisite blend of Therapist, Coach, Spiritual Teacher and Tantra Master all wrapped into one.” He has worked with thousands of individuals and couples to help them break through stuck patterns and painful dynamics, helping them to find their way into a more fulfilling and connected life of authentic liberation, love and relationship satisfaction. RESOURCES FROM TOBIN On Tobin’s website you can download a free e-book, Emotional Alchemy and find details about his private work and online courses: ( Tobin on Facebook and message him to join his group, The Art of Awakened Relationship  ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women

I am excited to share this conversation with orgasm expert and pleasure nerd, Mangala Holland.  Mangala shares her definition of orgasms and how it differs from mainstream understanding, the difference between orgasms and orgasmic states, the different types of orgasms, why it’s important to listen to what is true for you and what your body tells you and why the steady, slow and gentle approach is the way to building your pleasure capacity.  Mangala is vocal about abuse and manipulation in spiritual and sex positive communities and she shares her wisdom on how to find workshops that are trauma informed and the red flags to look out for.  And as two women in the midst of peri-menopause we had a great conversation about sex and pleasure at this time of life.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.  Mangala shares: What Orgasmic Confidence is  Mangala’s definition of orgasms The difference between orgasms and orgasmic states The different types of orgasms The paradox of not focusing on the goal of orgasm is the way to experiencing one  Why it’s important to listen to what is true for you and what your body tells you Why the steady, slow and gentle approach is the way to building your pleasure capacity  Mangala’s view on vibrators  Why pleasure is important How to choose Tantra and sex positive workshops and what to look out for  The difference between Neo-tantra and classical tantra What fierce self love is  The impact of the last two years on pleasure, intimacy and life  How to start to put yourself first   Relearning and reclaiming pleasure at peri menopause/menopause  Mangala is a Women’s Empowerment and Sexuality coach, and facilitator of global group programs. She’s on a mission to help women and pussy-owners become empowered through loving themselves fiercely, celebrating their sexuality, and overcoming the fear, guilt and shame that keeps them playing small.   Having over a decade’s experience in the industry, her super power is helping women and vulva owners become deeply connected to their body, pleasure and orgasmic confidence, which is the natural birthright of everyone. She’s currently training the next generation of Embodied Female Pleasure facilitators and places a strong emphasis on self-love, embodiment and empowerment in her work, teaching in a no-bullshit, fluff-free, grounded, dogma-free style.  RESOURCES FROM MANGALA For a free 3 part video series ‘From Shut Down to Sensual Satisfaction’, visit Mangala’s website where you can also find out details of her 1-1 coaching, group coaching programme and her facilitator training  ( you can find Mangala on : Facebook business page: ( personal page: ( ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (

I’m excited to share my conversation with master coach and Human Design expert Emma Dunwoody. Emma shares the magic of Human Design, an illuminating and profound system which I love. It provides a map to your unique blueprint and supports you to live in alignment with your natural energy and gifts.  In this episode, Emma introduces the three fundamental concepts of Human Design. Emma shares: The three core fundamentals of Human Design - type, strategy and authority How Human Design can set you free from your conditioning and provides a map to celebrate your gifts and see the magnificent truth of who you are  How Emma lives a sexy life  Emma has been studying human behaviour for 17 years. She is a trained Master Coach & accredited Meta Dynamics, eDISC and Human Design Transformational Coach. Emma has coached 1,000’s of client’s own their power, expand their confidence and discover their true authenticity. RESOURCES FROM EMMA  Website: (  Instagram @the_human_design_coach Facebook Group ( ( HD 101 new program ( ( RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website ( www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( ( (  for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

I wanted to include burnout as it’s such an important topic that affects so many.  Clients contact me wondering why they don't desire sex and when I hear how stressed and exhausted they are, no wonder they don't feel like sex!  I loved this conversation with Jolinda who specialises in burnout and perimenopause though this conversation is relevant to all ages. Jolinda shares her definition of burnout and how it differs from the mainstream definition, how to spot the early warning signs of burnout, the 4 stages of burnout and some practical advice on burnout recovery. We also talk about how burnout affects sex, burnout at peri menopause and Jolinda’s take on menopause.   I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.  Jolinda shares: The shadow of the wellness industry Why it’s important to advocate for your own health and wellness The 4 stages of burnout What dysregulated cortisol is Jolinda’s definition of burnout and how it differs to the World Health Organisation definition How burnout affects sex and desire The societal messages and structures that contribute to burnout  How you can burnout doing the things you love How to start burnout recovery Exercise and burnout recovery The early warning signs of burnout  The importance of boundaries and self compassion The gifts of midlife Jolinda Johnson (M.S.Ed., CHHC) is an award-winning Certified Life Coach and Holistic Health Coach who specializes in burnout and perimenopause. She's obsessed with helping changemakers and revolutionaries get back their spark so they can go set the world on fire. She wants to change the narrative around perimenopause and give attention to the voices that are typically left out of the conversation, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and people under 45. She is a sought after guest on podcasts, has been featured on the cover of Inspired Coach magazine, and was the recipient of the Beautiful You Coaching Academy CEO Shine Award in 2021. She’s also taken to the stage as a motivational speaker for other life coaches and can be found on the popular website Healthline. RESOURCES FROM JOLINDA Website (www.jolindajohnson.com) Instagram (www.instagram.com/coachjolinda) RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

Today I’m excited to share my conversation with friend and colleague, Kate Lambert.  Kate shares the story of how her relationship transformed from rock bottom to deep intimacy and a number of keys that have helped her and her partner along the way. Whether you are looking to revitalise your connection, you’re curious to learn new ways to deepen your connection or you wonder what healthy relating looks like, there are treasures here for you. Enjoy! Kate shares: Her personal story of how her long term relationship transformed  What anxious and avoidant attachment styles are  What minimisers and maximisers are in relationship  What Imago Therapy is The importance of safety in relationship  What makes a healthy relationship  The value of appreciating your partner  Simple practices to connect with your partner Creating a vision for your relationship  Rituals for relationship  Kate and is a love sex and relationship coach trained with The Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality. She is also an imago couples facilitator helping relationships to regain love, intimacy and connection. She is female empowerer and women’s sexual liberation expert working to sexually empower women everywhere helping them to reconnect to their sexuality and pleasure and reclaim their inner power source aka their own sexual energy energy!!  RESOURCES FROM KATE  Find Kate online  ( @sistercircletemple  FB group: ( 30 min discovery call with Kate.  ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website ( www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( ( (  for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

Today I’m delighted to be joined by Bari Tesler, a pioneer in the Financial Therapy field and the Author of The Art of Money.  We discussed why money is taboo, how to heal your relationship with money, how to bring somatic and self love practices to change your relationship with money, evolving your business in different stages of life, a 4 step framework for couples to improve their relationship with money and much more.  Bari shares:  Somatic practice with money The three steps in the Art of Money methodology How to use a body check in to bring more awareness to your relationship with money  How to bring somatic and self love practices to change your relationship money  How to do money dates  Why money is a taboo Why a gentle approach to money is important  The equation for making a money decision Business as an older mum and during peri menopause  For the entrepreneurs listening, an exploration of different models of business that evolve with life  Why it’s important to ask new questions  A 4 step framework for couples to improve their relationship with money  Bari Tessler, M.A. (in Somatic Psychology), is a Financial Therapist and the Founder of The Art of Money, a year-long money school. She’s a pioneer in the Financial Therapy field and the Author of The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness. Her work has been featured on Oprah.com, Inc.com, US News & World Report, Reuters Money, The Fiscal Times, USA Today, The Cut, Girlboss, Nerd Wallet, Real Simple, MindBodyGreen, and REDBOOK. She has also been featured on the cover of Experience Life and Mindful. Bari lives in Boulder, CO with her husband, son, and a clowder of cats. Her website is baritessler.com. RESOURCES FROM BARI  The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness by Bari Tessler Money Memoirs - ( Bari online  Website -   ( ) Instagram - (  Facebook - ( ) RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Find me on Instagram ( me on Facebook ( me on Youtube  ( me on Spotify for some playlists ( THE HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. She’s on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

Today I’m super excited to be joined by Olivia Bryant, founder of Self Cervix, a global movement that reclaims the cervix as a powerful organ for orgasm and awakening.  Olivia’s work is leading the way. She shares what the cervix is, how to find yours and start to explore your cervix, why it takes time to do this, a glimpse into the psychedelic qualities of cervical orgasms and the importance of owning your self worth and having a committed relationship with yourself.  Join us for this enlightening conversation.  Olivia shares: The history of the cervix and why we know so little about it  What the cervix is and how to find yours  Why the cervix is the final frontier of female pleasure  How to start to explore your cervix  Why it takes time to cultivate sensation and pleasure with the cervix  A glimpse into the psychedelic qualities of cervical orgasms  The importance of self worth and having a committed relationship with your self What interstellar sex is  Olivia Bryant is founder of Self Cervix, a global movement that reclaims the cervix as a powerful organ for orgasm and awakening.  RESOURCES FROM OLIVIA Insta @selfcervix   Website ( the code Sarah10 at the checkout on any of the Self Cervix courses for a 10% discount, available until end of June 2022  RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

I’m delighted to share this conversation with Cyndi Darnell, a clinical sexologist & sex & relationship therapist and author of Sex (When You Don’t Feel Like It): The Truth About Mismatched Libido and How To Find Desire, which will be available in June 2022.   We covered so much in this conversation, including the common myths about sex and desire and what is really true, why you might not feel desire for sex, a different perspective on mismatched desire and how to create a sex life you desire.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.  Cyndi shares: The common myths about sex and desire and what is true Why you might not feel desire for sex  Why good sex is something anyone can learn  How to create a sex life you desire  Why it can be a challenge to ‘let go’  Myths around mismatched desire and now to navigate this in relationships  The 3 keys to creating great sex  Cyndi Darnell is a clinical sexologist & sex & relationship therapist with over 20 years  experience in Australia, the USA & UK. She offers online courses about sex and pleasure, and consults to individuals, couples and polycouples globally. She's a Clinical Associate of Pink Therapy UK & Board Affiliate for University of Wisconsin STOUT Sex Therapy Certification program. Her first book - Sex (When You Don’t Feel Like It): The Truth About Mismatched Libido and How To Find Desire [Rowman & Littlefield] will be out April 2022. Her academic works are published in Journal of Sexual & Relationship Therapy, Journal of Sex Education and multiple popular media outlets worldwide. (www.cyndidarnell.com) RESOURCES FROM CYNDI  Cyndi’s website with many wonderful online courses (www.cyndidarnell.com) Instagram @cyndi_darnell Cyndi’s book ‘Sex (When You Don’t Feel Like It): The Truth About Mismatched Libido and Rediscovering Desire’ will be out in June 2022 (August 2022 in the UK) and you can preorder on Amazon.  RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

I’m honoured to interview Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz, author of one of my favourite books, Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers.  Dr Kleinplatz shared some of the lessons and wisdom she learnt from the extraordinary lovers she researched.  We had a rich conversation exploring why great lovers are made not born, how the cure for low sexual desire is to create a sex life that is worth wanting,  the truth about sex in long term relationships, how to create gourmet sex and more. This is essential listening!   Dr. Kleinplatz shares: The eight qualities of extraordinary lovers  The lessons learnt from extraordinary lovers  Why the cure for low sexual desire is desirable sex  Why sex doesn’t need to fade in long term relationships  The illusion of spontaneous sex Why great lovers are made not born How to create gourmet sex  Dr. Peggy J. Kleinplatz is Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Please see (www.optimalsexualexperiences.com). She is a Certified Sex Therapist and Educator.  Her clinical work focuses on eroticism and transformation. Her current research focuses on optimal sexual experience, with a particular interest in sexual health in the elderly, disabled, chronically ill and marginalized populations. She is also providing international training for therapists seeking to “treat” low/no desire/frequency by enhancing the quality of couples’ sexual and relational intimacy.  Kleinplatz has edited or authored five books including New Directions in Sex Therapy: Innovations and Alternatives, winner of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counsellors and Therapists (AASECT) 2013 Book Award and with A. Dana Menard, Ph.D.  Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers, winner of the 2021Society for Sex Therapy and Research Consumer Book Award.  In 2015, Kleinplatz received the AASECT Professional Standard of Excellence Award. In 2021, Kleinplatz received the Distinguished Sexual and Gender Health Revolutionary Award by the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health of the Medical School, University of Minnesota. RESOURCES FROM DR. KLEINPLATZ  For more information on Dr Kleinplatz’s work, training and to find a therapist, visit (www.optimalsexualexperiences.com) Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers by Peggy J. Kleinplatz PhD and A. Dana Ménard PhD RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness...

I’m so very excited to share my conversation with Sheri Winston, author of  the award winning book Women’s Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure. We talk about the full extent of female genital anatomy (and I promise you, there is more than you have been taught!), why it’s such important knowledge, three different ways to communicate about sex with your partner and so much more.  This is information that every woman and lover of women needs to know.  Sheri shares: The history of female genital anatomy Buried pleasure - the full extent of your genital anatomy (and I promise you, there is more than you have been taught!)  How to get to know your buried pleasure  Why full arousal matters  Three different ways to communicate about sex with your partner  Why knowing about our female genital anatomy is important for our health  Wholistic Sexuality teacher Sheri Winston is a groundbreaking, award-winning author and teacher who offers empowering, entertaining erotic education for everyone.  She’s the author of the award-winning Women’s Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure (which won the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists’ 2010 Book of the Year) and Succulent SexCraft: Your Hands-On Guide to Erotic Play and Practice. She’s also a contributor to the award-winning Secrets of the Sex Masters. Sheri is the founder of the Intimate Arts Center. She offers pleasure-centered sex-ed for grown-ups with a wide variety of practical and transformational intimate arts education.  Sheri’s unique holistic offerings are informed by over 20 years as a sexuality teacher, on top of decades of practice as a certified nurse-midwife, gynecology practitioner, registered nurse, childbirth educator and massage therapist.  Sheri delights in inspiring people to have a lot more pleasure, fun and fulfilment! RESOURCES FROM SHERI Find Sheri online  email: sheri@intimateartscenter.com  URL: www.intimateartscenter.com Giveaway Free Online class: Her-Gasmic Abundance  (1 hour class) regularly $19.95 ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website ( www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( ( (  for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

I’m delighted to launch my podcast with Robyn Dalzen, an international coach and facilitator and co-founder of the School of Consent with Dr. Betty Martin, creator of the Wheel of Consent. Robyn is passionate about helping people find what brings them joy — in their body and in their life. Robyn’s guides people to slow down and bring awareness to what they desire, practice the skills to communicate those desires, and create clear agreements to receive exactly what they want. In this juicy exploration we covered many wonderful things including, why pleasure is important, how to bring more awareness to our bodies and the four steps to knowing what you want and need and how to ask for it. There are a heap of jewels in this conversation for you. Robyn shares: Why pleasure and joy are vital to our lives  What a pleasure revolutionary is What stops people connecting to pleasure Why we don’t feel emotions and how to expand your capacity to feel  How to bring more awareness to your body  Why your needs matter  The four steps to knowing what you want and need and how to ask for it  How to set limits and how to say ‘no’  The power of our desire  Robyn Dalzen is an international coach and facilitator and is passionate about helping people find what brings them joy — in their body and in their life. Robyn’s work is at the intersection of mindfulness, consent, embodiment and sexuality — guiding people to slow down and bring awareness to what they desire, practice the skills to communicate those desires, and create clear agreements to receive exactly what they want. She is co-founder of the School of Consent with Dr. Betty Martin, creator of the Wheel of Consent. RESOURCES FROM ROBYN  The Art of Receiving and Giving - free book chapter; ( Robyn online  Website www.robyndalzen.com Instagram  @rdalzen Wheel of Consent workshop ( FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website ( www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( ( (  for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness and passion for life.

I’m very excited to share my conversation with the inspirational Dr. Saida Désilets. We covered many juicy topics including why pleasure is necessary not frivolous, why the majority of people have ok and bad sex and the difference between ‘drive through’ sex and gourmet sex, how to relate and date from a place of wholeness, why it’s important to be your best lover, Dr. Saida’s take on the jade egg controversy and so much more! Dr. Saida shares:  What ‘Eros’ is and why it’s important The Global Pandemic of Apathy  Why pleasure is necessary not frivolous The nervous system and the importance of relaxed arousal 3 ways to cultivate calmness and relaxation  Dr. Saida’s PyschoSexual Method  Dr. Saida’s take on the jade egg controversy  Why the majority of people have ok and bad sex and the difference between ‘drive through’ sex and gourmet sex and the skills to create gourmet sex  How to relate and date from a place of wholeness  Why it’s important to be your best lover, every day!  The 3 stages of erotic evolution What desire is  The difference between hijacked and authentic desire Ways to active your pleasure hormones Dr. Saida Désilets wants to live in a world filled with audacious, sexually sovereign people, living life on their own terms. As a TEDx speaker, researcher, counter-culture creatrix, body-philosopher, and author, her work has touched the lives of millions globally. Dr. Saida's innovative approach to PsychoSexuality, desire, and pleasure invites both the public and professionals to better understand the importance of accessing their erotic genius. Her medically-endorsed method integrates somatic awareness, neural and cellular re-patterning and robust reframes of sensuality and sex which all work in harmony to support the erotic individuation process. When not researching or creating transformational programs, Dr. Saida enjoys leading Wilderness Safaris in South Africa and dancing Kizomba. RESOURCES FROM DR. SAIDA DÉSILETS Find Dr. Saida online Website - ( - @drsaidadesilets YouTube - ( Saida’s professional training - (Embodied PsychoSexual Certification) The Global Sovereignty Initiative -  ( by Dr. Saida Emergence of the Sensual Woman: Awakening Our Erotic Innocence Desire  RESOURCES FROM SARAH  Sign up to Sarah’s newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice ( a free consultation with Sarah  ( Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  ( Sarah online   Website (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram ( (  ( for some playlists ( YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships...