Explore every episode of the podcast The History of Everything Sex

Oregon Trail and Pong were not very sexy...but it was only a matter of time before game developers figured out how to get sex and nudity into video games! Listen to hear the evolution - from cheesy games with no graphics at all, to metauniverses with lots to offer!

Think you know about kinks and fetishes? Teri is an expert! Listen, laugh and learn as we delve into the ins & outs of some lesser known preferences and behaviors.

HeLa cells have been instrumental in many, many medical advances - from the polio vaccine to cancer treatments, plus so much more. But where did HeLa cells come from? And what makes them so special? Listen now to find out about a true American hero.

The geniuses of China thought that the best way to slow down the over-population of the country was to enforce a one-child per family law...but this not only backfired, it also caused so much sadness and devastation. Is it still a law? Listen to find out!

As we dive into the swimming season, find out how we got from the "bathing costume" to the bikini! It's been a LOONG road!! Plus, learn how the Speedo company got it's name, why the bikini is called the bikini and not the ATOM, and the lengths it took to get a female into a monokini!!

Those of us who are old enough to remember chat rooms also remember a whole different internet. An internet with few rules and not enough policing. Enter Perverted Justice - an anti-grooming website that set out to expose perverts and pedophiles. It's an interesting evolution! Listen now!

Have you driven down the highway and seen the big signs that scream "Adult Bookstore"? Well - The Lion's Den was the first chain of adult stores, and it has always faced opposition. Find out how and where it all started - and hear some funny reviews from both customers and employees! This is a FUN ONE!

Hulk Hogan, a.k.a. Terry Bollea, was a smashing success as a wrestler. But, did you know he had a sex tape floating around? Listen now to hear all about it!

Did you know that it has only been a little over 100 years since both mom and baby were expected to actually survive a C-Section? Did you know that a woman in Mexico performed a Cesarean section on herself (while her husband was at the local bar)? SO many interesting facts in this episode! Listen now

Harvey Milk...not a name I had been familiar with before this episode. Hear about his life and how he became one of Time Magazine's top 100 Heroes and Icons of the 20th Century. Also - learn all about the origin of the Pride Flag - and how Milk played a part in it.

Happy Valentine's Day! Listen to hear the possible history of this holiday, along with how candy hearts and flowers came to be symbols of VD. Plus, hear about some events in history that happened on February 14th. This is a PACKED episode!

Through the ages, men have chosen mates based on which body shape would most likely mean the woman was fertile. But now we can get that hourglass figure through surgery. Learn about the history of breast augmentation and BBLs!!

If you have ever seen a box of tampons, you have seen the warning label that says tampons cause Toxic Shock Syndrome. But what is TSS? And why was P&G's Rely tampon blamed for causing so many cases? Listen, laugh and learn!

What would you do if your baby was born with neither boy nor girl "parts?" Some parents and doctors may opt to pick a gender and make it so. Others may allow the child to be neither until they were old enough to choose for themselves. Dr. Money had his own theories...and victims.

Why are some words considered "bad?" Where did all the slang words we use for sex come from anyway?? This is a colorful but fun episode - you're welcome!! Listen now

Welcome to Season 2! Dan Sickles was tried for murder but was it a Crime of Passion? Listen now to hear about the history of this controversial defense!

REMASTERED! Re-release of our debut episode- This is where it all began! Listen to hear about the first kiss, the first belly button and the first nudity on television. Enjoy!!

Merry Christmas! In this episode of H.O.E.S., learn the sexy history of mistletoe, Saint Nick and a REAL LIFE virgin birth! This is one of the funniest episodes yet! ENJOY

Learn how the Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek came to be - and how inbreeding can really lead to some bad outcomes! Did you know Charles Darwin married his first cousin, and was the product of inbreeding? Listen now!

Whether you have ever heard of Mapplethorpe or not, you probably don't know the whole story - his life, his loves, his art. It's all here!! And it is SAVAGE!

Meet the identical twin sisters from Amsterdam who hold the title as The Oldest Prostitutes in the World - What a life they have had! Also, brush up on the laws of the Red Light District in Amsterdam.

Unbelievable? Yes! Hilarious? Yes! True? Also YES!! Some people believe that dolphins are cute and sweet...others take it a step further. But the sexual attraction can go both ways!

Would you rather have 2 sets of genitals, or one huge, abnormally shaped schlong?? Sometimes - you don't get to choose, as evidenced by these special people.

Teri tackles the subject of sex offenders and the evolution of the sex offender registry. Plus, which states have the most sex offenders? You may be surprised! (Trigger warning: be advised this episode discussed sexual offenses against adults and children)

Is it a curse or has he used up his lifetime supply? Erectile dysfunction has been around forever, and the wild ways of treating it have varied from absurd to genius! And just how would a woman prove her husband was impotent so she could be granted a divorce? Listen to find out!

Did you know that the word sadism was inspired by a depraved, horrible man? And the word masochism was inspired by a man who enjoyed being a slave to his partners? These men had some crazy life stories!

Teri educates us on those old wives' tales - some you have not heard, some you have heard, and some you may even have believed! This is a fun one!!

You've heard the names; now hear their crazy stories! And make sure to stick around to the end for a hilarious list of true and false names of porno movies!

Belle Brezing of Lexington Kentucky lived quite the life! How anyone can overcome so much and become one of the most successful madams in history is inspiring! Plus - the history of red light districts.

It's more interesting than it sounds! Why is it called "The Clap?" Also: rabbit huts, leeches and Jim Carrey? Yes! All in this episode of The H.O.E.S.!

Marilyn Monroe, the Kennedys, sex, drugs and...etching an SOS into a coconut? Lots of wild details to discuss here! Listen to hear the history of the most famous sex scandal in U.S. history.

The first U.S. Rape trial to be broadcast live was a shit show - and had terrible consequences! If you have seen the movie "The Accused" you have some idea where this episode is heading!

Polyamorous relationships are becoming more and more common. Learn about how they became so popular, different types of polyamorous styles, and red flags to watch for when considering becoming a unicorn.

From 1938-1971, the "wonder drug" DES was prescribed to millions of women, most of them pregnant, even as the doctor who helped created it warned against its use in humans.

Listen as Teri takes a deep dive into the story behind the first and, arguably, most famous celebrity sex tape!

Have you ever heard of Air Sex? It's a thing - and it is fascinating! Listen to hear all about it. Plus: Sex world records!

Cougars, Jaguars and Pumas...Oh My!! If you think American Pie invented the term "M.I.L.F." - you are wrong! And how far back in history can we find Cougars? Check out this fun history lesson!

I'm sorry...what was that title? Tentacle porn? Yep - it's a thing! This short episode gives you all the dirty details! Check it out!

"Life is short...Have an Affair!" That's the tagline for Ashley Madison - the dating website for married people. But when members' info is leaked, that's not good for business!

If you know why people are gay, you can un-gay them, right?? Spoiler alert: Absolutely not! Just ask the experts who designed the programs!

Teri discusses the interesting origin of the sex toy - and all of its uses, from treating "crazy" women to stimulating hair growth! Plus, the evolution of FUN parties.

This week, hear about how Male Supremacists and Pick-Up Artist classes have lead to the very angry Incel community. Also - learn some classic pick-up artist techniques (have any been tried on you??) and the interesting vocabulary used by Incels and Pick-up artists.

Besides learning about the history of the nudist community, you will also be educated on the rules and guidelines to follow should you decide to participate! Plus - hear all about the best nudist resorts in the US!

Hugh Hefner and Playboy magazine are iconic - but did you know they were an influencing factor in the sexual revolution?

Have you ever heard of Incubus? (Not the band) How about Succubus? On this episode, Teri takes a deep dive into the history and details of these shape-shifting demons!