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Can you believe it? We’ve reached the grand finale of the SEX Podcast, and what an incredible journey it has been! From our humble beginnings to now being listened to in more than 75 countries around the world, we couldn’t have done it without your unwavering support and enthusiasm.

And for our last hurrah, we’re diving deep into the mystical realms of sacred sexuality with a twist that will leave you enlightened and inspired. Say hello to Hieros Gamos, but with a Dr. B twist! That’s right, our resident "sexologist" Dr. B is here to shake things up and challenge everything you thought you knew about this ancient concept.

So, what exactly is Hieros Gamos, and how can it transform our sex lives? Prepare to have your minds blown as Dr. B unveils a fresh perspective on this sacred union of the divine feminine and masculine. Discover how embracing these aspects within ourselves can unlock the ultimate inner sexiness and elevate our intimate connections to new heights. You've had the power all along, my dear. You only had to believe it for yourself.

But fear not, dear listeners, for while this may be the end of the SEX Podcast as you know it, our legacy lives on. You can still access all our past episodes on your favorite podcasting apps, so be sure to continue listening, learning, and sharing the wisdom we’ve gathered over the years.

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being a part of this incredible journey. It’s been an honor and a privilege to explore the depths of sacred sexuality with you all. Let’s make this final episode one to remember!

With love and gratitude,
Dr. B and the entire SEX Podcast team

This week, we embark on a profound exploration of sacred sexuality as we unravel the mysteries of the Divine Feminine.

In our series finale, we confront the myths and misconceptions surrounding femininity head-on. What exactly is the Divine Feminine, and what does it mean to truly embrace it? Does embracing the Divine Feminine mean conforming to traditional notions of "girlishness," or does it transcend gender entirely? Can men embody the Divine Feminine as well, and is it rooted in religious beliefs? These are just a few of the questions we address as we dismantle the myths and uncover the truths behind this sacred concept.

Through our discussion, we discover that embracing the Divine Feminine is about tapping into our inner wisdom, intuition, and nurturing energy, regardless of gender or religious affiliation.

With only one episode remaining, I invite you to join us in making this final episode the most impactful yet. Download and share this week's episode with your loved ones, colleagues, and anyone who may find solace and inspiration in our exploration of sacred sexuality. And don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts as we bid farewell to the longest-running Sex Podcast in style!

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Let's make these last episodes an unforgettable celebration of sacred sexuality and the human experience.

Bad Hollywood representation and TikTok mania aside, vibrating panties have been a part of women's lingerie collections for nearly 30 years (although they have been improved on over that time).

In this episode, we dive into the electrifying world of vibrating panties, exploring the why, the need, and the transformative impact they can have on both our sex lives and intimacy levels.

From the thrill of spontaneity to the art of anticipation, we unravel the reasons behind choosing these buzzing accessories for your lingerie collection.
Our discussion delves into the various ways vibrating panties can enhance connection and intimacy between partners, providing a playful twist to your romantic escapades. We'll go over how to select one, how to care for it, and what to do if you're busted in public wearing it (sounds, my love...sounds!)

Tune in as we unravel the secrets to a more vibrant and satisfying intimate experience, one buzz at a time.

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Nobody gets into a long-term relationship planning for it to end, but divorce (and breakups, more generally) are a reality, and boy, can they fuck up our sex lives! 

What is it about splitting up that puts our inner sexy into a tailspin? More importantly, how can we recover from the carnage?

Could a breakup actually pave the way for a better sex life than we could ever have imagined? 

In this episode, I’m wrapping up the first season of the ‘Sex After…’ series with a talk on how to navigate sex after divorce. 

Even if you’re happy about a breakup and know it’s for the best, there’s a whole bunch of emotional shmoo shmoo left over from the relationship itself, and you need to deal with it. -Heather Bartos

3 Things We Learned From This Episode

• Why the divorce stats we’re given are often total BS
  
  
• When uprooting your life to move to Tuscany post-split is NOT a good idea
  
  
• How to reconnect with yourself after a big breakup

If there’s one word guaranteed to leave most women (and men) feeling uncomfortable, icky, downright scared, and decidedly not sexy, it’s the C-word. Cancer. 

Cancer continues to be the second biggest killer in most developed countries, and every diagnosis, no matter how far along or ‘mild’ it may be, is devastating. 

To make matters worse, when diagnosed, most people are never told about how the illness could affect other parts of their lives - and one area routinely neglected is sex. 

In this episode, I’m opening a conversation on what sex looks like after cancer, because while not being able to get it on might not be a primary area of concern after diagnosis, it is something we need to talk about. 

Things We Learned From This Episode

• How cancer treatment can impact our ability to have sex
   
• The importance of dealing with the emotional baggage cancer gives us
  
  
• What makes cancer support groups so vital for those going through it
  
  
• How to feel sexy after receiving a diagnosis

For many new moms, the thought of sex is nonexistent, but often, that mindset continues for months, or even years, and the next thing ya know, we’re in sexless relationships, parenting teenagers. 

It certainly doesn’t help that there are an abundance of bullshit expectations for moms, and having a strong inner sexy is not deemed one of them, making it even harder for many women to get out of a rut. 

So, what’s a mama to do? How can we get back our pre-kids sex lives, and is that even possible?

In this episode, I’m sharing how to reconnect with our inner sexy, even if society tells us we ‘shouldn’t’ (ugh!) be able to. 

Things We Learned From This Episode

• The one word we need to banish from our sex lives’ vocab, henceforth!
  
  
• Little ways to reignite intimacy (without having sex)
  
  
• How to sex-proof our homes
  
  
• What to do if tiredness is the reason we’re holding back from sex
  
  
• Why ‘date night’ is a generic suggestion that doesn’t always help rekindle a relationship

Hysterectomy is an extremely common procedure, and for many women, it can be a liberating one. Let’s face it: if you’re soaking through every pair of pants you own like you're in Middle School, taking action will drastically improve your quality of life. 

That being said, surgery is surgery, and it’s always important to understand that going under the knife can have a major impact on us down the line - and with a hysterectomy, those implications can affect our sex lives. 

What are those implications, and why are we hearing so little about them? More importantly, what happens if we’ve already had the surgery? 

In this episode, I’m dishing on everything you need to know about sex, post-hysterectomy. 

Things We Learned From This Episode

• Different types of hysterectomy, and what those procedures entail
  
  
• Who may be more likely to have better sex, post-op
  
  
• The surgery that can shorten your vagina
  
  
• Why patience is NON-NEGOTIABLE after a hysterectomy (as in, don’t even think about it!)

Knowing our values is the key to knowing ourselves better, why we act the way we do and why we like the things we like…so what’s stopping us from using those values as a way to unlock our inner sexy? 

Think about it like this: when we know what we want, we can articulate that better to our partners, and while that obviously has benefits in the day to day, it can also translate to a better experience in the bedroom (or kitchen, or bathroom…whatever floats your boat!). 

The problem is, most of us only have a vague idea of what our values are. So, how do we unearth them?

In this episode, I’m sharing how to define our sex values, so we can enhance our inner sexy on a whole new level. 

"To enjoy sex we need to feel valued, and we need to know our values." -Heather Bartos

Things We Learned From This Episode

• Why we need to think beyond terms like hedonism, absolutism and relativism
  
  
• Questions we can ask ourselves to establish our sex values
  
  
• The values you probably never thought of in sexual terms (that could rock your world!)
  
  
• Why sex values are a fluid concept

Over the last two episodes, we’ve spoken about the nasty family of sexual hiccups; the twisted sisters that are guilt, shame and regret. However, while each of these broads has the power to ruin your sex life and rob you of your inner sexy, the great thing is, as women, we already have something to combat them. That is, resilience. 

Women are built to be resilient. Ever given any thought to the fact that your uterus can literally stretch 500 times its’ size, only to snap right back shortly after giving birth? There’s an elastigirl in all of us, and that flexibility isn’t limited to physical malleability, but extends to our emotions, too. 

So, so what if you’ve experienced (or are currently experiencing) sexual regrets? Lady, you’ve got the power to pick your tits right back up and move past those feelings! 

In this episode, I’m extending you an invitation to stretch your imagination and start thinking beyond your sexual hiccups. 

"You are already resilient. How do I know this? Well, because as Kesha would say, you’re a motherfucking woman!" -Heather Bartos

3 Things We Learned From This Episode

• Why we need to think of our experiences (even the bad ones!) as DATA
  
  
• How to create a sexual boundaries list and stick to it
  
  
• Freeing mantras to live by if your emotions are messing you up

Regret is the Mama-Bear emotion of all our sexual hiccups, but in all honesty, she’s more two-headed hydra than anything else. 

If we really think about it - shame, guilt, embarrassment all boil down to one thing - the shoulda, woulda, couldas that we live with, and how they rob us of our inner sexy.  

Last week, we talked about the twisted sisters that hold us back from a fulfilling sex life. Today we’re going to continue our walkabout in the realm of psychology and explore two members of the sexual hiccup family, and why we need to get them off our shoulders. 

3 Things We Learned From This Episode

• Why regret is such a potent emotion and persistent theme in literature, poetry and yes, Adele songs.
  
  
• The sexual regrets that gnaw at heterosexual women, and how they differ from women in same-sex partnerships.
  
  
• The most dangerous type of regret in my opinion (hint: it started in marketing with a dude).