The Wright Conversations (Rachel Wright)

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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	01 Feb 2023	Ep. 37: A Conversation About Anxiety	00:14:06
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I will be talking about anxiety, how it manifests, and when anxiety can and can’t be helpful. I also talk about the internal and external causes of anxiety, the difference between stress and anxiety, and anxiety as a diagnosable mental illness. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:35] What is anxiety? [04:11] Signs & symptoms of anxiety. [04:57] Helpful and unhelpful anxiety. [07:48] What causes anxiety? [08:59] External causes of anxiety. [08:55] Stress vs anxiety. [10:06] Is my anxiety just unhelpful or a diagnosable mental illness? [10:52] Some anxiety disorders. Quotes: *“Unhelpful anxiety makes it almost impossible to deal with actual dangers.” [05:47]* *“Stress is a short-term response in response to something that is happening. Anxiety can linger on forever, and it may not have a trigger.” [09:06* *“Stress is an internal factor for anxiety, and anxiety is an internal factor for anxiety.” [09:40]* *“If it is interfering with your life, it is most likely, possibly, clinically diagnosable.” [10:26]* *“Labelling yourself with a diagnosis or two will not make your life more livable.” [11:03]* *“If any of this resonated with you and you want to learn more, learn more.” [12:58]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	23 Nov 2022	Ep. 27 A Conversation About OCD with Alegra Kastens	00:38:47
Alegra is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a feminist, OCD advocate, writer, and Founder of the Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Eating Disorders. Apart from her experience with OCD in clinical settings, Alegra also has a lived experience of the disorder. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Alegra Kastens to talk about OCD, the misconceptions surrounding OCD, and some common obsessions and compulsions. Alegra also talks about treatments for OCD, how to get an accurate diagnosis, and recognizing mental compulsions as compulsions. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:20] A bit about Alegra. [02:47] What is OCD? [05:47] How OCD shows up relationally. [07:08] Common obsessions or compulsions. [09:21] Unwanted thoughts or obsessions? [10:33] Relationship OCD. [12:30] Obsessive thoughts without OCD. [13:29] Meta note: finding a therapist that specializes in a diagnosis. [18:54] How and why is OCD misrepresented? [23:56] Exposure and response prevention. [26:51] Mindfulness skills training. [28:46] DBT for treating OCD? [31:27] Best practices to get an accurate diagnosis. [34:23] Is medication a helpful tool? [36:10] Mental compulsions. Quotes: *“So many people suffer in silence not knowing that what they’re experiencing is OCD because it’s so misunderstood.” [02:06]* *“Everybody from time to time does get an unwanted and intrusive thought, but you’re able to move on from it easily. A person with OCD cannot.” [09:44]* *“With OCD, you would see the presence of both obsessions and compulsions.” [13:05]* *“It is a big deal because people die not knowing that what they’re experiencing is OCD.” [23:34]* *“People with OCD tend to feel a ton of distress in response to the obsession.” [28:26]* **“Interrogate the sht out of the therapist that you’re going to see.” [31:57]* “Mental compulsions are compulsions.” [36:24] “Mental compulsions are just as compulsive and need to be treated.” [36:47] Connect with Alegra Kastens Website: alegrakastens.com. Instagram: @obsessivelyeverafter. LinkedIn: Alegra Kastens. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources International OCD Foundation. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action** Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	22 Aug 2022	Ep. 1 - A Conversation About How to Talk About Sex (and other important topics) with Your Partner(s)	00:25:45
Hey everyone! Welcome to episode one of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I talk about how to talk about sex and other important topics with your partner(s). I will also give you the 6 ground rules for talking about sex, the 4 step framework that you can use to talk about sex, and highlight the importance of communication in all relationships. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:13] Why I chose today’s topic: how to talk about sex and other topics with your partner(s)? [06:48] Let’s define “sex.” [08:05] The 6 ground rules for talking about sex. [13:07] The 4 step framework. Quotes: *“Our definition of sex moving forward is ‘a meaningful experience of pleasure.’” [07:11]* *“Regardless of how long you’ve been together, a friendship and understanding of one’s world is the foundation of every single romantic and sexual relationship.” [08:50]* *“Shame has trouble existing where curiosity is.” [09:33]* *“It’s unrealistic to think that you and someone else are going to have the exact same turn-ons.” [11:07]* *“You’re responsible for your own emotions.” [11:42]* *“Get consent first. It truly sets everyone involved in the conversation up for success.” [14:17]* *“Conversations are emotional things, and it’s important that we get consent for emotional things.” [15:09]* *“When we can explain our feelings with context, we help other people understand us.” [16:43]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	16 Aug 2023	Ep. 68 A Conversation About Building a Pleasure Practice with Tatiana Fogt	00:41:11
Tatiana is the host of the Bedside podcast series, where she explores sexuality, relationships, and wellness. She is also a sex educator, a branding designer, and currently serves as the Senior Design Lead and Moon Juice. She holds a BFA in Communications Design from Syracuse University. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Tatiana Fogt to talk about the failures of sex education, what it means to have a pleasure practice, and how to navigate shame. We also talk about building our pleasure practices into our calendars, the importance of play, and recognizing the power of micro-moments. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:33] A bit about Tatiana. [10:55] What is a pleasure practice? [16:51] What can you gift to yourself? [19:21] When something pleasurable is also uncomfortable. [25:12] Building a pleasure practice into your calendar. [30:43] Tatiana’s words of wisdom. [37:07] You have permission for this. Quotes: *“The reason why most people are engaging in sex is for pleasurable purposes.” [13:22]* *“My definition of pleasure is not your definition of pleasure.” [15:38]* *“Sometimes we are selfish, and that’s a good thing.” [25:05]* *“Build a list of things that bring you joy and bring you pleasure.” [32:22]* *“We forget the foundations of play.” [34:36]* *“You have permission for this.” [37:44]* *“There is so much efficacy in a micro-moment.” [38:29]* *“The length of time of things isn’t always as important as the intention behind it.” [39:00]* Connect with Tatiana Fogt Website: www.tatianafogt.com. www.thebedside.co. Instagram: @tatianafogt. @thebedside. LinkedIn: Tatiana Fogt. TikTok: @bythebedside. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Sep 2022	Ep 12: A Conversation About Cultivating Sex-Positive Community with Cory Bush	00:47:58
Cory Bush is a sex-positive doula and relationship coach, based in Brooklyn, NY. Cory believes that sex positivity is crucial to living a fulfilling life as it serves as an intersectional framework that seeks to combat shame and fear a that keeps people from being who they’ve always wanted to be. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Cory Bush, sex-positive doula and relationship coach. We are going to talk about finding our community, warning signs to look out for at events, and some of the biggest faux pas that people make when cultivating community. Cory also talks about the importance of conflict resolution, online communities, and why community itself is vital to our existence. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:52] Before Cory started. [11:34] Relationships require repetition. [18:37] Where do we start? [23:04] Warning signs at events. [32:01] The biggest faux pas in cultivating community. [42:40] Cory’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Everyone doesn’t need to like you.” [15:50]* *“Your gut and your intuition is powerful.” [25:35]* *“Focus less on trying to pretend that you know the right things to do, and focus more on learning and being open to people teaching you a new way of handling things.” [39:15]* *“Community is literally everything.” [45:38]* Connect with Cory Bush Website: https://www.corybushdoula.com Instagram: @thecorybush Patreon: @askasub Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Mentioned Pod Mapping. FetLife. Bloom. Remodeled Love on Patreon. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	04 Jan 2023	Ep. 33: A Conversation About Sober Sex & Sobriety with Tawny Lara	00:43:47
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Tawny Lara to talk about sobriety and sex, working through arrested development, and learning sexual expression. Tawny also talks about the importance of mindful sexual exploration, learning about asexuality, co-dependency and addiction, and how to separate sex, identity, and alcohol. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:06] A bit about Tawny. [01:39] Tawny, The Sober Sexpert. [04:45] The physical effects of alcohol and sex. [06:16] The “liquid courage = fun drunk sex” narrative. [07:22] Discovering who she is sexually without alcohol. [08:17] Separating sex, gender identity, sexuality, and alcohol. [09:22] Arrested development. [13:07] How alcohol hinders sexual response. [15:21] From performative drunk sex, to sober non-performative sex. [17:50] The biphasic effects of alcohol. [21:38] Can you benefit from trying sober sex? [23:01] The biggest challenges when experiencing sober sex for the first few times. [24:37] How to replace the liquid courage with your own intrinsic courage. [25:02] Asexuality and sobriety. [27:35] Top takeaways from Ace, by Angela Chen. [32:12] There is hope. [34:09] Replacing dates with “drinks”. [36:00] Tawny’s advice. Quotes: *“There’s a laundry list of ways that alcohol does not help you sexually, despite the societal narrative.” [06:02]* *“Porn is for entertainment of adults, not education.” [13:53]* *“Alcohol can, and often does, do a disservice to your sexual experience.” [17:42]* *“Alcohol is giving you this fun, uninhibited sex, sure, but it’s not the alcohol.” [18:27]* *“Read the label before you eat the food. Know what you’re getting into.” [21:04]* *“Replace the liquid courage with channeling your own intrinsic courage.” [24:31]* *“Indulge in the things that make you feel sexy.” [24:49]* *“A big part of some people’s sexual liberation is realizing that they actually do not like sex, and that’s okay, too.” [25:03]* *“If you’re not a sexual being, pleasure can be a really luxurious bubble bath.” [26:08]* *“Your sexual journey is sometimes ongoing.” [29:15]* *“You’re not alone. There are tons of free resources out there.” [32:42]* *“For dating, I would highly recommend an experiential date.” [34:59]* *“There are so many outside-of-the-box date ideas, you do not need to incorporate alcohol.” [35:47]* *“It’s more about the ritual than the actual substance.” [37:25]* *“Just because the person you love is struggling, it’s not your problem to fix.” [40:55]* Connect with Tawny Lara Website: www.sobrieteaparty.com. www.tawnylara.com. Instagram: @tawnymlara. Twitter: @TawnyMLara. LinkedIn: Tawny Lara. Facebook: Tawny Lara. YouTube: Tawny Lara. TikTok: @tawnymlara. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The Recovery Rocks Podcast. Book: Ace, by Angela Chen. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	12 Oct 2022	Ep. 20: A Conversation About Dating with Herpes (& Being a Comedian) with Erica Spera	00:45:43
Erica Spera is the girl next door who's tall, dark, and one of the guys. Originally from Binghamton NY, Spera is the producer of 607 Comedy, where she hosts shows throughout the Upstate New York area. When she isn't having dinner with her ridiculously large family, you can find Erica performing nightly all over the big apple; doing stand up comedy clubs such as Gotham, The Stand, New York Comedy Club, and Caroline's. She has recently opened for Patton Oswalt, Judah Friedlander and Tim Meadows. Spera was recently named a 2017 TBS Comics to Watch as part of the NY Comedy Festival. You may have seen her on TLC's Cake Boss, or Gotham Comedy Live! on AXSTV. Every Friday at 8:30pm, she co-hosts Bitches Brew, at Halyard's Bar in Brooklyn, which has been named one of TimeOut NY’s “Best Comedy Shows”. You should come see a show and meet Erica's parents. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Erica Spera to talk about navigating the dating world with herpes, disclosing your diagnosis, and how to respond to someone disclosing their diagnosis to you. Erica also talks about being vulnerable and empowered, reframing the herpes mindset, the importance of informed consent, dating apps, and doing standup comedy. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:29] A bit about Erica. [02:55] Being open about Herpes. [06:54] What to say when someone discloses their diagnosis to you. [08:43] Erica’s spiel. [13:20] Herpes is not on the standard STI panel. [17:28] Negative reactions. [26:08] Empowerment through comedy and podcasting. [32:58] Erica’s advice. [38:43] Dating apps. [40:11] Erica’s advice about comedy. Quotes: *“You’re more likely to get it from someone who doesn’t know that they have it.” [13:14]* *“You are definitely not alone, and I advise you to talk to somebody about it.” [33:30]* *“You’re telling them that you have herpes because you want to have sex with them, and that is a very cool thing.” [35:42]* *“We often worry about it before it even comes up.” [38:22]* *“Just because I have it doesn’t mean I have to date someone else who has it.” [39:01]* *“Try to be somewhere that you have a lot of opportunities to get on stage.” [42:03]* Connect with Erica Spera Email: herpesgroupnyc@gmail.com Website: www.ericaspera.com. Instagram: @spericaa. Podcast: Shooters Gotta Shoot. Twitter: @Spericaa. Facebook: @comedianericaspera. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	19 Jul 2023	Ep. 63 A Conversation About Being a Multi-Hyphenate with Michael Kushner	00:33:47
Michael Kushner is one of New York's leading multi-hyphenates, photographer, producer, actor, podcast host, and author. Michael is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association, and has featured in notable performances, including On The Town at Barrington Stage directed by John Rando, Much Ado About Nothing at Barrington Stage directed by Julie Boyd, Sons Of The Prophet at GableStage directed by Joe Adler, and Toxic If Swallowed at Ars Nova directed by Charles Quittner. As a photographer, Michael's work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, and in publications in print and online. He is the creator of The Dressing Room Project, a photographic journal of actors prepping for their roles on Broadway. Michael has photographed Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews, and many more notable artists. As a producer, Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons. He is an Executive Producer on the award winning and EMMY-nominated web series, Indoor Boys, created by Wes Taylor and Alex Wyse. Michael and Wes' short film XaveMePlease, starring Isaac Powell, played Frameline43 Festival in San Francisco and OutFilmFest in CT. He served as Associate Producer on Bernie and Mikey’s Trip to the Moon with 59E59 and Strangemen and Co. Michael is proudly on the Advisory Boards of Out of the Box Theatrics and Wingspan Arts. He is also an investor in Be More Chill on Broadway. Every year, Michael participates in Stage and Screen Sleep Out with Covenant House. He has worked with the youth of Covenant House, NY and helped them create the project I Am Worth It,. Michael and the Broadway Podcast Network launched Dear Multi-Hyphenate, exploring how multidisciplinary artists exist in show business. He is also the creator of his one man show, Moo With Me directed by Max Crumm. Michael is now an Expert Contributor to Backstage. Michael graduated with distinction from Ithaca College with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Michael Kushner to talk about being a multi-hyphenate, the sexless actor expectation, and sex and sexuality in the studio. We also talk about Michael’s most incredible shoots, establishing trust and comfort, and get Michael’s advice to aspiring multi-hyphenates. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:47] A bit about Michael. [02:52] What is a multi-hyphenate? [08:02] Introducing Rachel. [10:37] Sexless actors. [13:55] Sex and sexuality in the studio. [17:19] Creating comfort in photoshoots. [19:27] What it takes to trust someone. [23:32] Michael’s favorite shoots. [30:02] Michael’s advice to aspiring multi-hyphenates. Quotes: *“We exist as many things, all at once.” [12:32]* *“Communication and conversation in photoshoots is really important.” [18:22]* *“A headshot doesn’t belong on your mom’s fridge.” [22:36]* *“Multi-hyphenating is different to multitalented, multifaceted, and multitasking.” [30:39]* Connect with Michael Kushner Website: www.michaelkushnerphotography.com. www.michaelkushneronline.com. Instagram: @themichaelkushner. TikTok: @themichaelkushner. Podcast: Dear Multi-Hyphenate. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources How to Be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	21 Sep 2022	Ep 17: A Conversation About Arousal Non-Concordance aka “I’m Turned On, But I Can’t Stay Hard/Wet.. What’s Up?”	00:16:03
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m going to talk about arousal non-concordance, what we can do about it, and the research around arousal. I also talk about the different types of arousal, arousal vs consent, and the importance of communication. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:18] What is arousal non-concordance? [03:47] Looking at the research. [05:08] The types of arousal. [08:16] Why am I wet/hard if I’m not subjectively turned on by stimuli? [10:52] Why am I not wet/hard? [13:05] Non-concordance is not just sexual. Quotes: *“There’s a 10% overlap between how women are responding to a situation and what stimuli they feel subjectively aroused by.” [04:32]* *“When the vagina gets wet, it does not mean arousal automatically.” [04:44]* *“[For men] there is a 50% overlap between genital response and subjective sexual arousal.” [04:58]* *“[According to the APA] Arousal is a state of excitement or energy expenditure linked to an emotion.” [05:14]* *“[According to the ISSM] Subjective sexual arousal is the active mental engagement in sex.” [05:33]* *“When the physiological and subjective sexual arousal are not the same, that is when arousal non-concordance occurs.” [06:09]* *“Regardless of what genitals you have, wetness or an erection does not mean that that person is consenting to the activity.” [10:29]* “Arousal non-concordance happens with every emotional and motivational system we have. If my mouth waters when I bite into a wormy apple, does anybody say to me ‘you said no but your body said yes’?” [13:13] *“You have to communicate and not just go off of our body’s responses.” [14:52]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Come As You Are, by Emily Nagoski. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	06 Sep 2023	Ep. 71 A Conversation About Fetishes with Miss Bloom	00:30:30
Niki Davis, AKA Miss Bloom, is a sex educator, Speaker, Writer, and Coach. She works with people who have less-common desires. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Bumble, Mind Body Green, The Insider, and PornHub Sexual Wellness Center, and she has been seen and heard with Refinery29, Passion with Dr Laurie, and Intellectual Erection. Niki holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Ryerson University and an MA in Psychology from New York University. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Miss Bloom to talk about what it means to have a fetish, the misconceptions around fetishes, and the fascinating neurological connection to fetishes. We also talk about how to find fetish communities, how to communicate with partners about fetishes, and when fetishes become “unhealthy.” Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:14] A bit about Miss Bloom. [02:53] Defining fetishes. [05:00] The need to have the fetish item around. [07:04] More common fetishes. [12:44] When fetishes are “unhealthy.” [15:44] How to figure out if you have a fetish. [19:02] Finding fetish communities. [21:53] The biggest misconceptions, [23:33] Communicating about fetishes to partners. [27:36] Niki’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“You have this critical time, and it’s very normal to become hyper-aroused by something that you experience in that time.” [10:23]* *“No matter what you’re turned on by, there is a community out there.” [20:41]* *“The act of getting it out there can be truly powerful.” [26:46]* *“Life is too short to keep something in if it can bring your joy.” [27:50]* Connect with Miss Bloom Website: www.nikidavisf.com. Instagram: @missbloomsexeducator. Twitter: @nikidavisf. LinkedIn: Niki Davis. Patreon: @missbloomsexeducator.. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources FetLife. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 Aug 2022	Ep. 6 - A Conversation About Creating Containers	00:18:45
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I will be talking about the concept of a container, creating containers, and I’ll be reading some of my clients thoughts about the use of containers in their lives. I’ll also get into how, when, where, and why you should be creating containers. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:15] Finding answers. [05:57] Creating a container separate from the rest of life. [09:17] Setting the intention for a container. [11:39] The safe space. [13:38] Consent. [17:04] How to create containers in your life. [17:52] Your action item. Quotes: *“When we create a container for ourselves, we can then not have it spill over into the other parts of our lives.” [08:16]* *“You get to create the agreements inside this container.” [14:47]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	05 Oct 2022	Ep. 19 - A Conversation About Navigating a Quarter Life Crisis with Tess Brigham	00:32:47
Tess Brigham (MFT, BCC) dubbed the “Millennial Therapist” by CNBC is an expert psychotherapist, certified coach and public speaker. She specializes in helping young adults discover their unique life path in order to go out into the world and make an impact. Tess’acclaimed one on one coaching empowers young adults to gain the confidence they need to create their dream life through concrete and actionable steps. Tess’ work as a psychotherapist and certified coach started after her own life transformation took place. At age 27, Tess seemed to have it all as a top Hollywood junior talent manager. But on the inside things felt empty and pointless. She took a huge risk, quit her job, and rebuilt a career and life she loved. Now she helps other young adults and early-career professionals navigate the same quarter-life process with her practical experience and insights on finding happiness and clarity. She provides tools and techniques that can powerfully shift an individual’s mindset and behaviors for overall well-being. Tess is a vital resource for those who are feeling stuck, uninspired, or uncertain by where they are in life. Her keynote speeches and workshops include topics such as: Creating a Culture of Empathy (even while working remotely), Virtual Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and Filling Generational Gaps in the Workplace. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Tess has over 15 years of experience helping thousands of people find their purpose, develop their confidence, and create a life they’re excited about living. She is a regular contributor at both CNBC and Forbes and was featured on the TV Show, “The Doctors” to discuss the Millennial mental health crisis. In addition, she has been featured in Oprah Magazine, The New York Times, SF Chronicle, NBC News, Huff Post, Insider, Yahoo! News, Marie Claire, BuzzFeed, Newsweek, Real Simple, and more. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Tess Brigham to talk about navigating a quarter life crisis, losing control with analysis paralysis, and debunking the idea that there are right or wrong decisions. Tess also talks about the most common “shoulds”, triggers on social media, and allowing ourselves to be comfortable with self-discovery in our 20s. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:37] Tess in her own words. [05:45] What is a quarter life crisis? [06:59] The consequence of not dealing with the crisis. [09:23] What gets people to search for help? [10:55] Where do you start? [16:27] How does resistance show up? [20:16] Tess’s advice for if you’re stuck. [24:14] Shoulding all over yourself. [26:42] Social media “shoulds”. [30:04] Tess’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“If you think you’re going through a crisis, then say that you’re going through a crisis.” [05:52]* *“If you don’t make a decision, a decision will be made for you.” [18:17]* *“You have to just make decisions and keep moving forward.” [19:33]* *“There are very few choices and decisions that you’ll make in your life that you cannot get out of.” [20:51]* *“Don’t be afraid. There are no right or wrong choices.” [21:17]* *“You feel like you should have these things because of some Instagram post, but day-to-day, do you want it?” [26:32]* *“The 20s really are the perfect time to do this kind of work on yourself.” [30:14]* Connect with Tess Brigham Website: https://tessbrighamcoaching.com. Instagram: @tess_brigham. Facebook: Tess Brigham. Twitter: @MftTess. LinkedIn: Tess Brigham. YouTube: Tess Brigham, Therapist & Coach. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	22 Nov 2023	Ep. 81 A Conversation About The Reality of Being on Reality TV with Nick Thompson from Love Is Blind	00:37:05
Nick Thompson was a main cast member on Love is Blind Season 2. After his experience on the show, he co-founded the UCAN Foundation, providing mental health and legal services to Reality TV cast members before, during, and after production. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Nick Thompson to talk about his experience being a Reality TV cast member, how real Reality TV is, and how it could be more relatable. We also talk about how the shows must follow a specific narrative, the mistreatment of cast members, and UCAN’s work towards making Reality TV production more ethical. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:20] A bit about Nick. [04:51] Why Nick got on Reality TV. [08:55] What is sold vs what is real. [12:19] The production of the experiment. [16:41] Making a show more relatable. [20:01] Maintaining a story arc. [26:57] Mistreatment of cast members. [30:13] Nick’s advice to prospective cast members. [33:18] Nick’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“It’s the same level of experiment as the Squid Games.” [12:47]* *“Everyone is going to have a different experience.” [26:07]* *“Until you actually go through it, you don’t know.” [31:14]* Connect with Nick Thompson Website: www.ucanfoundation.org. Instagram: @nthompson513. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources MoveOn.org. Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	05 Jul 2023	Ep. 60 A Conversation About Race and Racism with Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle	00:45:50
Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle, M.Ed., PhD, brings over thirty-five years of experience to her work as a Conflict Resolution Strategist, Speaker, DEI Facilitator, Leadership Coach, and Author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller, “Closing Conflict For Leaders: How to Be A Bold Leader and Develop A Kick-Ass, High-Functioning, Happy AF Team.” She is the creator of “The Soul of Conflict Tele-Summits: Healing Old Wounds and Creating Bold Leadership,” featuring interviews with powerful leaders. She is a TEDx speaker (The Weight of Hate), writes regularly for Psychology Today, and has contributed her expertise to Court TV and Redbook magazine. She also leads the On the Matter of Race program, a six-month journey for white people who want to learn about racism and take action. As a lifelong Bronx resident and the mother of two sons, she uses her conflict resolution skills constantly while always finding reasons to laugh about life. Her ability to find the humor in conflict earned her a spot as a finalist for Nick at Nite’s Funniest Mom in America. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr Lynne Maureen Hurdle to talk about all things race and racism, the moment that changed the trajectory of her life, and exploring the extensive harm caused by ignorance. We also talk about the fetishization of POC bodies, doing the work in the On The Matter Of Race program, and the importance of “seeing color.” Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:48] A bit about Dr. Hurdle. [06:06] Why do this work? [14:55] Why I signed up. [17:42] White people do harm. [27:58] Being a mother of black men. [32:20] Sexual attraction vs fetishization. [37:13] Do you need to join the program? [44:38] Dr Hurdle’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“We know that the system is set up to favor, advantage, to look at white people as the norm.” [18:46]* *“Being nice and treating people who are different from you the way you would like to be treated does nothing to dismantle racism” [19:28]* *“You must see color. It is a part of who we are.” [33:49]* *“If you do not believe that one group of committed people can change the world, then you’re wrong.” [44:52]* Connect with Dr Lynne Hurdle Website: lynnemaureenhurdle.com. Twitter: @conflictcloser. Instagram: @conflictcloser. LinkedIn: Dr Lynne Maureen Hurdle. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Book: Closing Conflict For Leaders: How To Be A Bold Leader and Develop a Kick-Ass, High-Functioning, Happy AF Team. On The Matter Of Race. Your company can become a sponsor for our very first Live and in-person conference here: https://theconflictcloser.com/sponsorship You can donate to our conference and be listed as a contributor to our anti-racism work here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=P5M8MTNT8C9N8 Five Mistakes White People Make When It Comes To Racism. Free Mini E-Book https://lynnemaureenhurdle.com/ Warm regards, Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 May 2023	Ep. 53: A Conversation About Parenting and Keeping your Relationship Thriving with Eli Weinstein	00:45:33
In this episode of The Right Conversations, host Rachel Wright is joined by therapist Eli Weinstein to discuss parenting and keeping a relationship thriving. Rachel and Eli share their personal and professional perspectives on the topic, and emphasize the importance of being honest and curious with oneself and one's partner to maintain a healthy relationship. Eli also talks about his background and family. Listeners are encouraged to have more open and honest conversations about sex, relationships, mental health, and other aspects of life. Timestamps: [00:03:37] Parenting struggles. [00:11:20] Reality TV relationships. [00:13:35] Prepping for parenthood. [00:16:22] PCOS and Fertility. [00:20:28] Queer vs. Heterosexual couples. [00:23:26] Feeling guilty for being injured. [00:27:08] Balancing life and parenting. [00:34:21] Relationship archetypes. [00:38:01] Men's archetype and structure. [00:43:11] Being patient with parenting. [00:44:45] Therapists who want to help. What you’ll learn: The listener will learn about parenting and maintaining relationships, including the challenges and struggles of relationships during the transition to parenthood, the importance of communication and validation. The need for self-compassion and communication in relationships when dealing with chronic illnesses or unexpected situations. The episode also touches on the limitations of gender stereotypes in relationships and the importance of finding what works best for each family and individual. Eli emphasizes the need for therapists to be open and honest about their own struggles in life and the importance of finding a tribe and erasing shame and stigma around mental health. Quotes: "Make sure. And I'm talking to women for a second. Cause women are more invested than men will ever be." "I see the queer community being more like appreciative and more, uh, in tune and more, um, now I'm making a general statement here, of course, person to person, couple to couple, but I do see that being more of like a thank you so much appreciation, gratitude, because who knew a world where that could exist kind of thing." "You need to learn to release that energy because it's, it's natural to feel frustrated or annoyed of the change." "A piece of advice is to be observant to the experience of what it brings out because you don't realize the power that you have when things hit the fan because you're not put in that situation most times." "cis men often do this like bottling thing and then explode like a shake soda can." "You have to do what works best for you and you, but you need to express it." Connect with Eli Weinstein Website: eliweinsteinlcsw.com Instagram: @eliweinstein_lcsw Podcast: The Dude Therapist Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Chosen Family Law Center. Diana’s TED Talk. The LGBTQ+ Bar. Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	04 Oct 2023	Ep. 75 A Conversation About Sexual Confidence Outside the Bedroom with Brittany Lo	00:30:12
Starting on the beauty side of the wedding industry, Brittany’s first company, Beautini, served as a platform for understanding the intimate needs and personal skincare concerns of women. She learned that many have skincare concerns in intimate areas that affect their confidence in the bedroom and beyond. Now, as the CEO and Founder of Beia, Brittany Lo wants to underscore the idea that skincare and sexual wellness go hand-in-hand. From there, Beia was created as a skincare company that addresses intimate care in an elevated, luxurious way so that you can feel your best self, look your best self, and be your best self. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Brittany Lo to talk about how the beauty/make-up space overlaps with sexual wellness, the nature of sexual confidence, and how to cultivate sexual confidence. We also talk about Beia’s products, the confusing messaging around sex, and and the importance of accurate and inclusive sex education. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:40] A bit about Brittany. [01:09] Why Brittany started Beia. [04:09] Beauty/Sexual wellness overlap. [06:48] People’s feedback. [08:42] How Brittany uses it. [11:23] Defining sexual confidence. [12:17] How to know when you’re feeling sexually confident. [13:03] Cultivating sexual confidence. [19:55] Hurdles to sexual confidence. [24:55] The confusing message around sex. [28:55] Talking about our own stuff. Quotes: *“Almost 8 out of 10 women say that their #1 insecurity in the bedroom is body image.” [04:28]* *“It’s okay not to feel sexually confident all the time.” [13:14]* Connect with Brittany Lo Website: beiabeauty.com. www.beautinibyblo.com. TikTok: @brittany.lo. Instagram: @brittany.lo. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 Aug 2022	Ep. 10 - A Conversation About Navigating Sex Work in the Modern World with Nikole Mitchell	00:46:20
Nikole Mitchell is a life coach who's gone viral as the Pastor-turned-Stripper. Nikole has dedicated herself to living a life of power, pleasure, and profit, and helps others do the same. Having gone from food stamps to seven figures, Nikole helps her clients and course students make bank doing what they love. Having been interviewed and published in over 25 countries and with 250,000 organic followers on Instagram, Nikole is becoming the go-to expert for learning how to make money by being your truest self. For her expertise, Nikole has been featured on Jimmy Kimmel, ABC, CBS, FOX, SiriusXM, and iHeartRadio. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Nikole Mitchell, life coach gone viral as the Pastor-turned-Stripper. We are going to talk about some of the misconceptions about sex work, creating a positive environment around sex work, and how to get involved. Nikole also talks about her journey from Pastor to Stripper, talking to her kids about her work, and she gives some words of wisdom. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [05:32] Defining sex work. [06:08] What’s under the umbrella of sex work. [06:54] Pastor-turned-Stripper. [12:42] The biggest misconceptions. [14:05] Why people are uncomfortable with this topic. [16:23] The privilege of online sex work. [17:37] Talking to her kids about her work. [21:23] Advice to parents to talk about sex work. [26:00] Why people hire sex workers. [32:38] How to start the process. [37:37] How to be better clients. [40:26] Funny stories from Nikole’s work. [42:19] Nikole’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“[Sex work] is the exchange of money for goods and services that are sexual related.” [05:50]* *“Kids do kids things. Adults do adult things.” [19:21]* *“90% of my one-on-one calls with my fans are just to talk.” [28:08]* *“It’s amazing once we become curious, the things we become aware of.” [35:24]* *“If you can’t honor someone’s boundaries, then don’t be in their space.‘ [38:28]* *“The greatest act of revolution is to trust yourself” [43:00]* *“Don’t wait to get to the end of your life wishing you had tried it. Try it. You’ll be okay.” [43:40]* Connect with Nikole Mitchell Website: nikolemitchell.com Instagram: @mitchellnikole Facebook: @nikole.s.mitchell Twitter: @mitchellnikole YouTube: Nikole Mitchell OnlyFans: @nikolemitchell Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	28 Dec 2022	Ep. 32: A Conversation About Where Kink and Sexuality Intersect with @askasub, Lina Dune	00:39:52
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Lina Dune to talk about kink, sexuality, and her lived experience as a 24/7 sub. Lina also talks about the most common misconceptions, how to take the first steps into the world of kink, and the importance of boundaries in D/S relationships. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:19] A bit about Lina. [02:22] What encouraged Lina to get into this work? [06:23] What kink means to Lina. [09:56] Being a 24/7 sub. [12:56] Kink and exploring sexuality and sexual orientation. [15:28] Demisexuality and kink. [20:11] The misconceptions. [26:47] Getting started. [31:26] Power dynamics in D/S relationships. [35:12] Lina’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“[kink] is just a safe and negotiated container to experiment with things that are considered alternative from the mainstream of sexuality.” [07:20]* *“Sex-positive doesn’t mean every single person is going to be a fit.” [21:10]* *“If you don’t know what your limits are, we can’t look outside ourselves for that information.” [30:17]* *“The dom has their hands on the steering wheel, but the sub has their foot on the brake.” [31:49]* *“Your boundaries are a gift.” [35:22]* *“It’ll never be perfect but it can be fun along the way.” [36:50]* Connect with Lina Dune Website: www.askasub.com. Instagram: @askasub. Twitter: @askasub. Patreon: AskASub. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The Conscious Kink Course. The Sub Survival Guide. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.1
	10 May 2023	Ep. 48: A Conversation About Relationships with The Multiamory Podcast Crew (Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Sotelo Matlack)	00:52:11
In this episode, Rachel welcomes on the hosts of the Multiamory Podcast, Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Sotelo Matlack. This podcast was the first podcast she listened to when she began exploring non-monogamy. They discuss various topics including relationships, mental health, and sexuality. The hosts share their personal experiences and provide insight into the world of non-monogamous relationships. In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:02:29] Research-backed non-traditional relationships. [00:03:55] Normalizing non-monogamous relationships. [00:14:16] Therapy with family members. [00:17:40] Divorce and relationship skills. [00:21:23] Defining non-romantic relationships. [00:28:20] Non-monogamy in video games. [00:31:43] Non-monogamy in relationships. [00:38:56] Inclusivity in academic studies. [00:41:53] Candy corn versus candy canes. [00:49:03] Relationship Effort and Growth. Quotes: Connect with Diana Adams Website: https://www.multiamory.com/ Twitter: Multiamory Instagram: Multiamory Podcast Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The LGBTQ+ Bar. Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel2 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	08 Nov 2023	Ep. 79 A Conversation About Empowerment Through Ethical Adult Content with The Jelly Filled Girls	00:39:50
Queer couple Sasha and Alessia quickly rose to the top of the world’s largest erotic platform as the #JellyFilledGirls. Within a year of their debut, they amassed over 50 million views with multiple award nominations for their work. The pair have received worldwide recognition and praise from the LGBTQIA+ community, with supporters spanning across every continent, for their contribution to queer visibility and the authentic representation of what some WLW intimate relationships are like. Their mission is to elevate the standard of adult content by showing viewers that quality, authentic, passionate, and respectful content is more enjoyable to consume than mainstream productions widely catered to the male gaze, all while giving representation to a neglected WLW audience. They pride themselves in the rare creation of adult content made by women, for women. They have since further expanded into other platforms that continue to serve the LGBTQ+ community. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by The Jelly Filled Girls, Alessia and Sasha, to talk about their venture into adult content, creating empowering content, and some of the lessons learned from their content creation. We also talk about the nature of ethical adult content, exploring adult content as a teen, and promoting ethical adult content in sex education. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:39] About the Jelly Filled Girls. [02:31] Getting started in adult content. [06:04] Not showing their faces. [07:48] The empowerment of creating content. [10:24] Lessons learned. [14:18] Cultivating internal courage. [17:39] Ethical adult content. [21:09] Consuming ethical adult content. [23:53] The accessibility of adult content. [31:40] What would the ideal age be to access ethical adult content? [36:52] Words of wisdom. Quotes: *“What’s really going to make a difference on a human level is when you pay for your content.” [20:58]* *“People are always going to find a way to consume porn.” [26:47]* *“Porn is entertainment, not education.” [29:36]* *“Try to do the right thing by consuming your porn responsibly.” [37:15]* Connect with The Jelly Filled Girls Website: coming soon TikTok: @jellyfilledgirls. Instagram: @thejellyfilledgirls. Threads: @thejellyfilledgirls. OnlyFans: @thejellyfilledgirls. LoyalFans: @thejellyfilledgirls. Twitter: @TheJFG_. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Sep 2022	Ep 13: A Conversation About What Self-Care and Self-Love Actually Are	00:22:37
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m going to talk about self-care and self-love, and how they’re related. I’ll also be getting into how to practice conscious self-care and self-love, the different areas of self-care, and what it looks like when we do and don’t practice self-care. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:03] What is self-love? [04:00] What is self-care? [05:01] What it looks like when we practice self-care. [05:30] What it looks like when we don’t practice self-care. [10:54] Physical self-care. [13:20] Psychological self-care. [15:20] Emotional self-care. [16:58] Spiritual/Soul/Bigger Picture self-care. [18:21] Workplace/Professional self-care. [19:57] Practicing more conscious self-care. Quotes: *“Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do.” [03:41]* *“Expressing oneself is an essential form of self-care.” [04:43]* *“Sometimes, the biggest form of self-care that we can give ourselves is to cross something off of our to-do list.” [06:41]* *“Self-care is a practice.” [19:52]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Mentioned WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Feb 2024	Ep. 87 A Conversation About Shameless Sex with the Shameless Sex Ladies, Amy & April	00:38:49
Amy Baldwin is a sex and relationship coach trained in both the Somatica® and Hakomi Method, certified sex educator, lead educator for überlube, as well as co-owner of a mother-daughter owned online pleasure boutique called Pure Pleasure Shop. Amy was voted Sexpert of the Year in both 2022 and 2024 within the pleasure products industry. Amy has a passion for promoting shame-free, pleasure-focused sexuality education while emphasizing the deep emotional and energetic forces behind great sex and intimate connection, offering everything from private sessions to how-to workshops to erotic empowerment retreats. April Lampert is a certified sex educator who has been a sexual pleasure pioneer since 2008, educating people around the globe about sex toys and sexual health and wellness. She is co-owner and Chief Sales and Partnerships Officer of Hot Octopuss, one of the most innovative and inclusive sex toy brands today. April is an industry personality, mentor and was Woman of the Year in the pleasure products industry in 2016, Sexpert of the Year in 2024, and has dedicated her life to the business of sexual pleasure. April uses her fun-loving attitude, worldly experience, and quick wit to help normalize the conversations around sex and inspire more pleasure for everyone. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by The Shameless Sex Ladies, Amy Baldwin and April Lampert to talk about what Shameless Sex means, who the Shameless Sex book is for, and the importance of sharing accurate information around sex. We also talk about how shame shows up in our lives, learning to accept and love ourselves, and normalizing experiencing shame. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:46] A bit about Amy. [04:17] A bit about April. [06:42] Shameless Sex. [10:31] The Shameless Sex book. [21:58] Notable interviews. [28:36] April’s words of wisdom. [32:07] Amber’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“It really does start with you.” [17:01]* *“No one gets to determine who you are as a sexual being or who you should be as a sexual being.” [32:25]* *“Shame can show up in so many ways.” [34:19]* Connect with Shameless Sex Website: www.shamelesssex.com. Instagram: @shamelesssexpodcast. TikTok: @shamelesssexpodcast. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Shameless Sex. Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	23 Aug 2023	Ep. 69 A Conversation About Long-Term Polyamorous Relationships and Conscious Uncoupling with Carrie Jeroslow	00:54:58
Carrie Jeroslow is an international best-selling author, relationship diversity advocate, intuitive and conscious relationship coach, speaker, host of the Relationship Diversity Podcast, and author of Why Do They Always Break Up With Me? Her podcast explores and celebrates relationship structure diversity, including soloamory, monogamy, and polyamory. She has featured on PBS, NBC, TheListTV, The CW, and Go All In TV, and her work has featured in Forbes, Winston Salem Journal, Thrive Global, Newsweek, and Prevention. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Carrie Jeroslow to talk about navigating conscious uncoupling, how to cultivate compassion, and learning from long-term polyamorous relationships. We also talk about Carrie’s coming out experience to her family and kids, why she chose to introduce the relationships to her kids, and making anything work through healing. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [07:10] A bit about Carrie. [09:40] Carrie’s conscious uncoupling. [15:00] Should we break up? [16:54] How to approach the conversation. [22:42] Navigating the process of conscious uncoupling. [24:33] How to cultivate compassion. [27:33] Why is self-compassion so difficult? [29:48] Carrie’s experience with long-term polyamorous relationships. [35:42] Challenges of long-term polyamorous relationships. [36:56] The coming out experience. [43:10] Why involve the kids? [45:42] Why tell kids about the nature of the relationship? [50:08] Carrie’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Conscious uncoupling is not exclusive to nonmonogamy.” [08:30]* *“Be compassionate with yourself and with your other person.” [24:26]* *“Compassion is allowing yourself to be where you’re at.” [25:43]* *“You can’t have gratitude until you have self-acceptance.” [29:06]* *“There’s a significance in that relationship that I want my kids to be a part of.” [46:25]* Connect with Carrie Jeroslow Website: www.carriejeroslow.com. Instagram: @carrie_jeroslow_author_coach. TikTok: @carriejeroslow. Twitter: @CarrieJeroslow. LinkedIn: Carrie Jeroslow. YouTube: Carrie Jeroslow. Podcast: Relationship Diversity Podcast. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Why Do They Always Break Up With Me? By Carrie Jeroslow. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Sep 2022	Ep. 14 : A Conversation About Owning Pleasure and Sexuality After Childhood Sexual Abuse with Kaycie Crossley	00:29:09
*Content / Trigger Warning, in this episode we discuss sensitive topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. Topics like sexual abuse, and physical abuse, including child sexual molestation. This may be an episode to skip, or use headphones for, if you have others around you that may not be prepared to listen.* Kaycie helps individuals and families work through personal struggles, relationship issues, and communication breakdowns so they can live authentically and enjoy deeper, more meaningful connections with themselves and others. She provides heart-centered, humanistic psychotherapy that is grounded in theory and science. Kaycie values seeing every client as the expert of their experience and takes great pride in providing tailored-to-you therapy that opens up our stories to new possibilities. She specializes in working with individuals with trauma and couples of all kinds. In her spare time, she loves getting outside, volunteering, and seeing live music. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Kaycie Crossley, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. We are going to talk about Kaycie’s journey through her own sexual trauma, the truth about the nature of sexual abuse, and the reassurance that trauma is not destiny. Kaycie also talks about the importance of consent, how to start the process of re-owning your sexuality and pleasure, and the misunderstandings around kink. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:21] Why this episode is special. [07:29] Why this topic is important to Kaycie. [08:24] How it shows up in therapy. [09:13] The thing about risky behaviour. [10:39] Defining childhood sexual abuse. [11:07] “Was [insert] sexual abuse?” [12:34] What’s the first step to re-owning sexuality and pleasure? [15:50] Why it’s so common for people to put it on themselves. [20:30] Kaycie’s journey to reclaiming her sexuality and pleasure. [23:33] The truth about kink. [25:23] Kaycie’s loudspeaker moment. [26:55] Rewiring neurological pathways. Quotes: *“There’s no shame in having sex with multiple partners. There’s no shame in indulging in any kind of sexual behaviour that feels good to you.” [09:34]* *“It’s really highly advisable that you do this in therapy just because of how triggering this can be.” [12:52]* *“It’s really we learn to accept that we are never the reason for the sexual abuse.” [14:01]* *“Working through this and redefining our sexuality is one way that we can go back in time and take care of our child self in the ways that we were never cared for.” [17:23]* *“Consent is such a big part of it.” [23:07]* *“It was never your fault.” [25:48]* *“Any physiological responses you had during sexual abuse was not consent.” [25:54]* *“We are harmed in relationships and through relationships, we heal.” [26:33]* *“You can have a healthy and wonderful, and enjoyable sexual experience if you want one. It’s out there waiting for you.” [27:50]* Connect with Kaycie Crossley Website: kayciecrossley.com Instagram: @kayciecrossleytherapy LinkedIn: Kaycie Crossley Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	27 Sep 2023	Ep. 74 A Conversation About the Mental Health Impacts of Celiac Disease with Tayler Silfverduk	00:40:17
Tayler Silfverduk is a registered dietician, offering virtual coaching to those with Celiac Disease so that they can learn to separate diet culture from their gluten-free lifestyles. As a person with Celiac Disease, Tayler is determined to help people with Celiac Disease gain the knowledge necessary to find love for food and themselves. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Tayler Silfverduk to talk about her diagnosis, how celiac disease affects people mentally, and the positive side of having a celiac diagnosis. We also talk about how those without celiac could be more accommodating, why it’s important to ask for help, and the difference between cross-contamination and cross-contact. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:05] A bit about Tayler. [02:56] Tayler’s diagnosis. [09:02] How it affects mental health. [11:15] Navigating the conversation. [13:13] How to best show up for those with celiac. [14:36] Tayler’s words to those with celiac. [17:29] Ask for help. [22:57] The positives of a celiac diagnosis. [27:17] Cross-contamination vs cross-contact. [29:44] Shared fryers. Quotes: *“It is a burden that we have to carry.” [12:43]* *“It’s all overwhelming to do alone.” [36:44]* *“Eating gluten-free food is the most important thing you can do, and being able to buy that in stores is so important.” [37:11]* *“It does get better.” [39:39]* Connect with Tayler Silfverduk Website: tayler.silfverduk.us YouTube: Celiac Dietician. LinkedIn: Tayler Silfverduk. Instagram: @celiacdietitian. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	15 Mar 2023	Ep. 42: A Conversation About Desire Types	00:21:54
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I talk about the difference between desire types and sexual desires, the different facets that make up our sexuality, and the three desire types. I also talk about representation in the research, relationships with different desire types, and why it’s not always mismatched libido. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:59] Thank you. [02:27] Desire type vs sexual desires. [03:25] The 14 facets of our sexuality. [04:54] Desire type vs libido. [05:52] The three different desire types. [07:11] Spontaneous desire type. [13:44] Responsive sexual desire. [16:53] Contextual sexual desire. Quotes: *“Sexual desire type is how you come to want sex.” [05:06]* *“Your desire type is not fixed.” [06:27]* “Most humans, regardless of gender, who have a responsive or contextual desire type, who have a partner with spontaneous desire, think that they are broken, have low libido, or something is wrong.” [19:24] Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	08 Feb 2023	Ep. 38: A Conversation About Cultivating and Maintaining Emotional Intimacy	00:15:13
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I talk about the nature of intimacy, how to cultivate intimacy in any relationship, and 11 questions that you can ask to build connections. I also talk about how our culture misuses the word “intimacy”, the importance of the ‘why’, and some fun resources to help kickstart your conversations. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:06] Intimacy is sex? [02:08] Emotional intimacy. [02:49] Cultivating and maintaining emotional intimacy. [03:40] Quality time. [05:30] Curiosity. [08:03] Creating a culture of appreciation. [08:46] Walk down memory lane. [09:07] Rituals of connection. [10:59] Let yourself be seen. [11:34] Ask questions. [13:05] 11 Questions for connection. Quotes: *“Our culture has been so sex-negative that we can’t say sex, so now the word intimacy is synonymous for sex?” [01:32]* *“Intimacy is closeness.” [01:55]* *“We are ever evolving. We have to continue to update our people.” [03:07]* *“It really doesn’t matter where you are, as long as you are present with each other and it feels meaningful to both of you.” [05:20]* *“Understanding your partner’s love map, helps you to feel close and build emotional intimacy.” [12:30]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources A Game of Stories, by Esther Perel. We’re Not Really Strangers. Actually Curious. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	13 Dec 2023	Ep. 84 A Conversation About Shame and Addiction with Rev Rucifer	00:26:06
The guest speaker in this podcast episode is Rev Rucifer. Rev has achieved recognition in their field for their expertise and contributions to the exploration of personal growth and self-expression. They have dedicated their career to breaking free from societal conditioning and erasing the stigma surrounding shame and addiction. Rev’s credentials include extensive training and experience in the field of erotic energy work and BDSM practices. They are known for their ability to create a safe and empowering space for individuals to explore their desires and emotions without feeling constrained by shame or societal expectations. Through their work, Rev promotes conscious consumption and mindful choices, encouraging individuals to spread love and embrace their true identities. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Rev. Rucifer to discuss shame and addiction. Rev. Rucifer, an erotic energy worker and BDSM practitioner, shares how they help people remove shame and embrace a conscious connection with their pleasure and sexuality. The conversation explores the heaviness of these topics and how they can bring levity and light to them. Tune in to gain insights on living a fully expressed and abundant life by embracing your true self. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:04:49] Creating a new identity. [00:09:29] Our culture and shame. [00:13:24] Numbing pain and addiction. [00:18:34] Conscious consumption and substance use. [00:23:30] Creating Safe Spaces for Exploration. Quotes: · 00:02:40 - "I was the girl at the sleepovers that was like teaching all the other little kids like how to connect, how to suck your first dick." · 00:03:25 - "And life literally threw me into a sex club." · 00:09:43 - "If you have shame, you share shame." · 00:13:34 - "and we will numb it with drugs and alcohol and perfectionism and working and shopping and eating and fill it with whatever you need to fill it with so that you don't feel that pain." · 00:21:10 - "I do need a break from life and I'm consciously going to smoke this joint and check out for the next two hours because that is what is going to feel best for me and my life." · 00:25:05 - "Healing happens together and in community." Connect with Rev Rucifer Website: www.reikibondage.com Instagram: revruciferagain X(Twitter): @RevRucifer Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	29 Nov 2023	Ep. 82 A Conversation About Living with an Eating Disorder with August McLaughlin	00:35:15
August McLaughlin is a journalist, author, and host/producer of Girl Boner Radio, which was named “one of the best sex podcasts you should be listening to” by Romper, and one of the top feminist podcasts by Bellesa. Her articles and expertise have been featured in Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, O: The Oprah Magazine, DailyOM, Forbes, Shape, and more. August has presented for TEDx Women and the Centers for Disease Control headquarters, ghostwritten hundreds of works for gynecologists and physicians, and participated in orgasm fMRI research at Rutgers University. She’s also a trauma-informed certified sex educator with related expertise in eating disorders and ADHD. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by August McLaughlin to talk about August’s journey from body dysmorphia to a full-on eating disorder, the burden of living with an eating disorder, and taking steps towards recovery. We also talk about how eating disorders affect our sex lives, how vulnerable people could get drawn in to diet culture, and hear August’s words of advice for those in the struggle. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:19] A bit about August. [02:09] August’s eating disorder history. [05:25] Dysmorphia to disordered eating. [11:52] The burden of living with eating disorders. [15:48] August’s recovery. [18:54] Sex and eating disorders. [22:01] Where is August now? [30:30] August’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“The whole system is right there if you’re vulnerable to it.” [08:37]* *“We don’t need to be commenting on each other’s bodies.” [10:56]* *“Keep going and take it a day at a time.” [31:42]* Connect with August McLaughlin Website: augustmclaughlin.com. Instagram: @augustmclaughlin. LinkedIn: August McLaughlin. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Girl Boner Podcast. Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 May 2023	Ep. 54: A Conversation About Black Mental Health with Kyrus Keenan Westcott	00:33:15
Kyrus Keenan Westcott is a Mental Health Advocate and Neurospicy Humorist who is revolutionizing how we talk about mental health. Through his platform, The Vibe With Ky — with over a million followers on social media – he’s smashing stigmas surrounding mental illness by getting people to open up an honest dialogue. His podcast, blog, and social pages are constantly abuzz with powerful advice and insight from esteemed professionals like Wit & Reason Mental Health & Consultation Services, Healthy Minds & More Counseling Services, Boredwalk, and Somethings – all of whom are true game changers in modern human understanding. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Kyrus Keenan Westcott to talk about the gap in mental health research, mental healthcare in underprivileged communities, and how deeply the system is rigged towards white men. We also talk about Ky’s diagnosis, when people say they don’t see color, how white listeners can help destigmatize mental health in POC communities, and get Ky’s advice to parents of Neurospicy kids. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:19] A bit about Kyrus. [02:30] The mental health stigma. [03:40] The lack of representation in research. [06:48] Mental healthcare in underprivileged communities. [07:56] Ky’s diagnosis. [10:17] Ky’s advice to his younger self. [12:24] The racist system. [17:41] See my color. [20:44] Sitting with the discomfort. [22:39] What can white listeners do to destigmatize mental health in black communities? [25:22] Ky’s advice to parents of kids displaying symptoms of ADHD/Depression/Anxiety. [27:47] If younger Ky had the space to express his feelings. [31:30] Ky’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“It’s okay to open up and feel the way that you’re feeling.” [11:35]* *“I want you to see my color.” [17:43]* *“The one thing that everybody can do is listen.” [25:05]* *“It’s okay to not have the answers.” [27:41]* *“My present self is proud of who I am.” [29:09]* *“I am the one thing in life I can control.” [31:49]* Connect with Kyrus Keenan Westcott Website: thevibewithky.com. Instagram: @thevibewithky. YouTube: Kyrus Keenan. Twitter: @TheVibeWithKy. TikTok: @thevibewithky. LinkedIn: Kyrus Keenan Westcott. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources www.somethings.com. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	21 Jun 2023	Ep. 57: A Conversation About Vulvovaginal Care with Lindsay Wynn	00:41:45
Lindsay Wynn is the Founder and CEO of Momotaro Apotheca, a cosmetics company that features a line of organic, natural, and balanced products for vaginal wellness. Lindsay is also a professional photographer and activist, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Pratt Institute and an Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate from Harvard Business School. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Lindsay Wynn to talk about normalizing sex care, the story behind the Momotaro products, and the accessibility of preventative care. We also talk about where to start with your sex care, the lack of education surrounding sex care, and how Momotaro takes the holistic approach to the care of body and vulva. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:04] A bit about Lindsay. [04:12] Normalizing sex care. [06:23] Talking through the products. [10:18] Applying the salve. [14:10] The salve vs the suppository. [18:11] How the hydrosol works. [24:14] The body oil. [25:25] The probiotic. [27:16] The UTI supplement. [30:34] Your first product. [35:22] Preventative care. Quotes: *“Sex care is self-care.” [04:58]* *“My vagina is best felt when I don’t feel it.” [08:37]* *“Don’t be left without your salve.” [33:15]* Connect with Lindsay Wynn Website: momotaroapotheca.com. Instagram: @lovemomotaro. LinkedIn: Lindsay Wynn. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources . Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 Aug 2022	Ep. 3 - A Conversation About Identifying, Managing, & Communicating Your Emotions with Julia Kristina, MA	00:45:19
Julia is a registered clinical counsellor, speaker, researcher, and she is overall passionate about helping others balance their lives and work through issues surrounding anxiety, depression, self-doubt, communication, relationships, and more. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I am joined by Julia Kristina, therapeutic coach, counsellor, speaker, and researcher. We talk about identifying, managing, and communicating emotions. Julia also talks about the importance of the communication request, shared meaning in relationships, and and get Julia’s words of wisdom around emotions. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:02] A bit about Julia. [05:56] Identifying. [11:30] Changing the language around “I feel like” statements. [17:58] The complex side of identifying. [23:10] Shared meaning in relationships. [30:01] Managing emotions. [31:46] Communicating emotions. [37:10] The communication request. [41:07] Julia’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Emotional intelligence is the number one human skill we need, but we don’t learn it.” [07:36]* *“Pay attention to what’s happening in your body and then imagine that experience as a colour.” [16:19]* *“Managing our emotions is getting in charge of our thoughts.” [30:10]* *“Stop before you speak. Take a moment, take a beat, take a breath, take a bath. Whatever it is you need to do.” [41:15]* Connect with Julia Website: https://juliakristina.com LinkedIn: Julia Kristina Facebook: Julia Counsellor Twitter: @juliacounsellor YouTube: Julia Kristina Counsellor Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe
	12 Oct 2022	Ep. 21: A Conversation About STIs and Disclosure with Jenelle Marie Pierce	00:40:48
*Content / Trigger Warning, in this episode we discuss sensitive topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. Topics like sexual abuse, and physical abuse, including child sexual molestation. This may be an episode to skip, or use headphones for, if you have others around you that may not be prepared to listen.* Janelle (she/her/hers) is the Executive Director of the STI Project, the Education Manager of HealthHIV, and the Spokesperson for Positive Singles. She is a certified sexuality educator, and she has been dismantling stigma by reclaiming STI narratives through awareness, education, and acceptance since 2012. Janelle is also the Tri-Chair of the Communications Action Group at the NCSH, a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), the International Union Against Sexually Transmitted Diseases (IUASTD), the American Sexually Transmitted Diseases Association (ASTDA), the National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD), the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR), and the Intermountain West HPV Vaccination Coalition. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Janelle Marie Pierce to talk about STI testing, Janelle’s shocking diagnosis story, and overcoming the fears around disclosure. Janelle also talks about opening a mutual dialogue around STIs, the importance of knowing your status, and hear Janelle’s words of wisdom for those going through similar experiences. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:10] Janelle’s journey into this work. [07:39] Janelle’s diagnosis process. [13:39] What people should know about STIs and Herpes. [22:48] Let’s talk about disclosure. [29:47] Why transmission is more likely if you don’t know your status. [31:50] How and when to bring this up. [37:33] Janelle’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Only 12% of sexually active people are getting tested for the STIs that you can be tested for.” [08:29]* *“You may never actually know you were infected in the first place, and that is true for all STIs including Herpes.” [10:10]* *“Most people are going to get an STI at some point in their lives. You are more likely to contract an STI than you are to not.” [16:25]* *“For the vast majority of people, it’s a relatively benign infection.” [18:47]* *“Your autonomy, your safety, your boundaries are just as important as whomever you are engaging in.” [27:50]* *“People who don’t know and haven’t been diagnosed are more likely to transmit an infection than somebody who knows their status.” [29:36]* *“How soon you tell somebody gets to be up to you.” [33:27]* *“It’s okay to process and be where you’re at with this.” [37:40]* *“Be your own best advocate.” [38:48]* Connect with Janelle Marie Pierce Website: thestiproject.com. Instagram: @thestiproject. YouTube: @thestiproject. LinkedIn: @jenellemarie. Twitter: @TheSTIProject. Facebook: @thestiproject. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	22 Mar 2023	Ep. 44: A Conversation About the Morning After Pill with Amanda Johnson	00:30:44
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Amanda Johnson to talk about the gap in sexual education, their process over the past 5 weeks, and normalizing the morning after pill. Amanda also talks about how to help make an impact, how parents can bring up the conversations with their kids, and the severe lack of contraceptive care. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:32] A bit about Amanda. [07:02] The importance of accurate sexual education. [10:47] How the process has been. [13:59] Normalizing the morning after pill. [19:49] How to make an impact. [22:53] How parents can bring the conversations up with their kids. [27:55] The contraceptive deserts. Quotes: *“Only 17 states require sexual education to be medically accurate.” [07:14]* *“6 or 7 states require consent to be taught alongside medically accurate sex ed.” [08:22]* *“The greatest thing a parent can do is to put the product in their kids’ hands and force the conversation.” [24:15]* *“19+ Million women in need live in contraceptive deserts in the US.” [28:19]* *“You probably already know someone in need.” [29:20]* Connect with Amanda Johnson Website: juliecare.co. Instagram: @julie. TikTok: @julie. YouTube: @julie-products. LinkedIn: Amanda E/J Morrison. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	12 Jul 2023	Ep. 61 A Conversation About Mismatched Libido with Dr. Angela Tan	00:30:40
Dr Angela Tan is a Life Coach, Intimacy and Relationship Coach, Family Physician, and the Co-Founder of the Academy of Relationship and Sex, and Inc Equality Ventures. Through her work in sexual medicine, she has been influencing and expanding the landscape of sex education and care in Singapore. Dr Tan holds an MBBS and a Graduate Diploma in Palliative Care from the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, a Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture from the Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a Fellowship in Sexual Medicine from the European Society of Sexual Medicine. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr Angela Tan to talk about how she has been closing the gap in sexual education, how media has ruined society’s expectations of sex, and building appropriate body boundaries. We also talk about the sources of mismatched libido, when it’s time to take sex off the table, and how to find a balance. In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:28] A bit about Dr Tan. [02:12] Closing the gap in sexual education. [08:22] The romanticization of sex in media. [10:15] What would Dr Tan change in sex education? [12:13] Building body boundaries. [15:54] Dr Tan’s day-to-day. [17:23] Mismatched libido. [22:00] Finding a libido balance. [24:44] Taking sex off the table. [26:26] The worst rejection. [29:00] Dr Tan’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Whatever issues I’m seeing right now stem from the lack of holistic education when you’re much younger.” [08:16]* *“Sex is not shameful. Your body parts are not shameful. We are covering it up because we need to protect ourselves.” [10:52]* *“The lack of psychological safety is one of the causes of low libido.” [19:04]* *“Scheduling sex is one of the ways to improve a sex life.” [22:44]* *“Connection is way more beautiful than the act of sex itself. Without connection, sex is meaningless.” [29:19]* Connect with Dr Angela Tan Website: www.aras.love. Twitter: @Academyrns. Instagram: @academyrns. YouTube: Academy of Relationship and Sex. LinkedIn: Dr Angela Tan. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	21 Dec 2022	Ep. 31: A Conversation About the Connection Between Creativity & Eroticism with Sam (Shrimp Teeth)	00:18:24
Sam (She/They) is the Founder of Shrimp Teeth. As a peer mentor, Sam has helped over 900 clients work through challenges around alternative relationships, kink, and queerness, with a focus on ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, queer identity and sexuality, kink and BDSM practices, and sexual violence prevention and recovery. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Sam to talk about the link between creativity and eroticism, where to start to get into eroticism, and working through the initial shame/embarrassment. Sam also talks about when the best time is to reevaluate your chosen direction, and how you can get started with Shrimp Teeth’s exciting daily erotica prompts. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:15] A bit about Sam. [01:59] How Sam got started with Shrimp Teeth. [03:30] The connection between creativity and eroticism. [06:45] Where to begin if you feel a disconnect. [08:54] How Sam figured out that creativity and eroticism are linked. [10:17] Working past the shame/embarrassment. [14:35] When to reevaluate. [16:01] Sam’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“It’s about giving yourself permission as much as it is about honing in your craft.” [10:09]* *“You don’t need to share any of this with anybody until you feel good.” [12:00]* *“If you’re trying something for the first time, you need to give yourself at least three opportunities before you decide whether or not you’re going to like it.” [13:16]* *“You can set the bar where you can step over it easily. That’s where you start.” [17:02]* Connect with Sam Website: shrimpteeth.com. Instagram: @shrimpteeth. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Subscribe to Shrimp Teeth.. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	14 Sep 2023	Ep. 72 A Conversation About Dating & Sex After Sexual Trauma with Dr. Holly Richmond	00:34:06
Dr. Holly Richmond is a Somatic Psychologist, Certified Sex Therapist, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. This unique combination of credentials enables her to focus on clients’ cognitive process as well as their somatic health. She works from a sex-positive approach, meaning: “all sex is good sex as long as it’s consensual and pleasurable.” An international authority on contemporary sexuality, Dr. Richmond offers a fresh, yet authoritative perspective on today’s sexual challenges and tomorrow’s erotic evolutions. Seen as a pioneer in bridging the gap between sexual health and technological development, her work positively impacts individual, relational, and societal beliefs regarding sexuality. As a trusted authority on sexual health issues, with a significant media following, Dr. Richmond has appeared on national and international talk shows, and is regularly quoted in publications and media outlets, including the New York Times, CNN, Wired, Forbes, NBC, Vice, Los Angeles Magazine, The Daily Mail, The New York Post, Men’s Health, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Allure, and Health. Dr. Richmond’s experiential, therapeutically-driven perspective will legitimatize, normalize, demystify, and remove pathological ideology from today’s common sexual concerns. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Holly Richmond to talk about sexual trauma, the parameters of reclaiming healthy sexuality, and when it’s the right time to share the details of our stories. We also talk about the common misconceptions around sexual trauma, working through the trauma with the perpetrator, and where survivors can start on their journey of recovery. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:21] A bit about Dr. Richmond. [03:22] Getting into sexual trauma. [07:26] Reclaiming healthy sexuality. [13:10] When it’s a good time to share the history with a new person. [18:19] BDSM, Power play, and sexual trauma. [21:32] Common misconceptions. [25:18] Working with victims and their perpetrators. [27:48] Where to start your journey. Quotes: *“Most survivors of sexual trauma, and I’m going to say most people in general, have no idea what turns them on.“ [09:36]* *“Sexual trauma does not happen by ourselves. Sexual trauma happens in relationship, therefore it has to be healed in relationship.” [11:20]* *“Over 85% of sexual trauma is perpetrated by someone known to the survivor, and it is not violent.” [22:10]* Connect with Dr. Holly Richmond Website: drhollyrichmond.com. Instagram: @drhollyrichmond. Twitter: @drhollyrichmond. LinkedIn: Dr. Holly Richmond. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Reclaiming Pleasure. RAINN. Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	14 Sep 2022	Ep. 16: A Conversation About My Coming Out Story	00:26:09
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m going to talk about my journey leading up to me coming out, my supportive but skeptical family, and owning my identity. I also talk about the gap in SexEd, where I am today, and my constantly evolving sexuality. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [05:03] The story begins. [09:44] My second acknowledged crush on a woman. [13:57] Coming out to my boyfriend. [16:28] Supportive but skeptical. [17:37] The month I identified as lesbian. [18:32] Sinking back into heterosexuality. [19:56] My third crush on a woman. [22:20] Only earning about bisexuality at 20 years old. [23:18] Flash forward to today. Quotes: *“In my head, and in my experience, monogamy was the only options.” [14:33]* *“I was 20 years old when I learned what bisexuality meant.” [22:54]* *“When you are able to be your full self in this world, anything is possible.” [25:30]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 Aug 2022	Ep 8: A Conversation About My Journey with Depression & Ketamine Treatments	00:37:02
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I am going to be talking about my journey with depression, jumping between various treatments, and the moment I found relief. I’ll also be getting into the process of doing ketamine treatments, how they saved my life, and how it’s going today. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [06:37] The depression diagnosis. [13:27] Switching from Lexapro to Effexor. [15:53] And then Covid hit. [18:50] Getting on to Remeron. [21:14] The next wave of depression. [24:21] Starting ketamine treatments. [29:02] The first infusion. [31:56] Feeling like myself again. Quotes: *“It was so scary to be stuck in a brain that was telling me lies.” [25:57]* *“The healthier I get mentally, the more I realized that the feeling of surrendering is really positive.” [27:16]* *“Not one things is a silver bullet.” [32:06]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	22 Feb 2023	Ep. 40: A Conversation About People Pleasing with Hailey Magee	00:39:39
Hailey Magee is a certified coach, educator, and writer. As an Erickson Coaching International Certified coach, Hailey has worked with hundreds of individuals in one-on-one coaching as well as through workshops to help them set empowered boundaries and break people-pleasing patterns. Her work has featured in The Gottman Institute Blog, Medium’s Better Humans, and Newsweek, and she has partnered with organizations such as Amazon, WeWork, and Women In Music. Hailey holds a BA from Brandeis University. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Hailey Magee to talk about people-pleasing patterns, why these patterns are so hard to break, and how people-pleasing, co-dependency, and lack of boundaries manifest. Hailey also talks about where to begin to undo the patterns, the importance of normalizing outgrowing relationships, how to build up guilt resiliency, and dealing with breakups. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:39] A bit about Hailey. [02:19] Getting into the topic of people pleasing. [03:57] Why it’s so hard for people to say no. [05:38] Defining people-pleasing. [06:32] Defining boundaries. [07:19] Defining co-dependency. [11:11] The most common things that come up. [13:40] Where to begin. [16:14] Differentiating between being selfish and not setting boundaries/people-pleasing. [18:09] Some boundaries that are difficult to set for those who struggle with people-pleasing. [20:48] Outgrowing relationships. [25:49] When you get a guilt trip. [28:42] Tools for guilt resiliency. [29:50] Setting boundaries in different relationships. [31:40] Breakups. [35:43] Hailey’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“[People pleasing is] the act of chronically Prioritizing other people’s needs, wants, or feelings, at the expense of, and to the detriment of, our own needs, wants, or feelings.” [05:56]* *“[Boundaries are] the containers or statements that separate us from other people.” [06:40]* *“[Co-dependency is] the experience of losing our sense of self in another person.” [07:37]* *“We can’t set boundaries around our needs if we can’t identify them.” [14:37]* *“Outgrowing a relationship doesn’t need to mean that you leave it entirely.” [23:03]* *“If you’re not getting anything out of a friendship, you’re under no obligation to just keep giving indefinitely.” [25:27]* *“When someone guilt trips us, it’s very easy to have so much empathy for their feelings that we’re forgetting our side of the story.” [26:58]* *“It’s possible to heal.” [37:49]* Connect with Hailey Magee Website: www.haileymagee.com. Instagram: @haileypaigemagee. Facebook: Hailey Paige Magee. Medium: @haileymagee. YouTube: @haileypaigemageee. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The Human Magnet Syndrome, by Ross Rosenberg. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe
	30 Aug 2023	Ep. 70 A Conversation About Women Making Porn with Karyn from Ersties	00:36:16
Karyn Hunt Bio Karyn Hunt is the Director of Photography at Ersties, artist, and pornographer, based in Berlin. Her work seeks to explore topics such as consent, ethics, pleasure, and body politics. Karyn holds a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Arizona. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Karyn Hunt to talk about the major flaws in the porn industry, filling the gaps in sex education, and how OnlyFans is disrupting the industry. We also talk about common porn consumer misconceptions, the principles of ethical porn, and encouraging body positivity by self-shooting content. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:08] A bit about Karyn. [02:23] Getting into porn. [04:09] Flaws in the industry. [05:54] Is porn educational? [08:43] Leah’s favorite things to shoot. [10:20] The most common misconceptions. [12:14] Unhelpful porn takeaways. [14:21] Defining ethical porn. [14:51] How to know if it’s ethical. [19:38] OnlyFans. [22:42] What we should know about mainstream porn. [24:41] Positive sexual experiences. [25:56] Creating content at home. [29:59] The benefits of self-shoots. [31:26] Ersties. Quotes: *“Porn is for entertainment, not for education.” [05:54]* *“It’s never too early to start talking about sex and drugs.” [08:11]* *“Anybody could be on OnlyFans.” [21:36]* *“Pornography goes directly into your subconscious.” [24:21]* Connect with Karyn Hunt Website: karynhunt.de ersties.com. ersties-spot.com. Instagram: @karyn_hunt_dop. LinkedIn: Karyn Hunt. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	01 Nov 2023	Ep. 78 A Conversation About EMDR with Rebecca Kase	00:27:19
Rebecca is a licensed clinical social worker and yoga instructor, EMDR Consultant & Basic Trainer, and owner of Kase & CO, providing comprehensive EMDR and trauma training for psychotherapists. She is the author of Polyvagal informed EMDR: A Neuro-Informed approach to healing. She began her career as an MSW working with children and adolescents. She has worked in community mental health centers, nursing homes, private practice, shelters, crisis centers, community-based work, and internationally. She has been teaching in professional and academic settings since 2009. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Rebecca Kase to talk about how to approach EMDR therapy, using EMDR to find the source of our nervous system activation, and when it’s time to consider EMDR. We also talk about the importance of taking care of our neurobiology, why nervous system activation doesn’t need a significant trauma to be traumatic, and how EMDR has shown promising outcomes in other fields. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:21] A bit about Rebecca. [01:59] What is EMDR? [06:51] When to look for an EMDR expert. [09:45] Identifying the source of the symptoms. [17:55] When is EMDR helpful? [19:32] What to look out for. [24:06] Rebecca’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Everybody could benefit from EMDR.” [07:11]* *“Our nervous system can be activated by so many different things.” [14:16]* *“Your nervous system is at the heart of your entire experience.” [20:23]* *“The more you can befriend your neurobiology, the better life is going to be.” [24:30]* Connect with Rebecca Kase Website: kaseandco.com. www.rebeccakase.com. Instagram: @kaseco.emdr. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	01 Mar 2023	Ep. 41: A Conversation About Broadway, Friendship & The Patriarchy with Barrett Wilbert Weed	00:57:54
Barrett Weed is an actor and singer, best known for her roles as Veronica Sawyer in Heathers: The Musical, and as Janis Sarkisian in the Broadway production of Mean Girls. She has won numerous awards, including the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical for her role as Sally Bowles in the Signature Theatre production of Cabaret in 2015, and the Broadway.com Audience Awards for Favorite Featured Actress in a Musical, Favorite Funny Performance, and Favorite Onstage Pair with Grey Henson for her role as Janis in Mean Girls. Barrett holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Elon University. In 2019, Elon University awarded her with the 2019 Top 10 Under 10 Alumni Award. She is an advocate for several causes, including female empowerment, gun control, and voting rights. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Barrett Wilbert Weed to talk about starting, maintaining, and evolving friendships, and The Patriarchy. Barrett also talks about working on Broadway, how fame has affected her relationship standards, and the importance of open communication. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:21] A bit about Barrett. [03:35] How we know each other. [06:00] Making friends as an adult. [07:29] Lessons learned about friendships. [18:35] How has friendship evolved for Barrett? [19:41] Changing standards of who is allowed in. [25:34] When people want things. [31:06] When people don’t like you. [35:17] How the Patriarchy has affected Barrett’s life and career. [52:59] What everyone needs to know about working on Broadway. [55:38] Barrett’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Sometimes you outgrow friendships.” [13:02]* *“If you can’t generate your own confidence organically, store-bought is fine.” [23:20]* *“It’s nice to feel like it’s a small world sometimes.” [30:20]* *“90% of the time, when women are in charge, we want to collaborate.” [42:33]* *“You wind up with a better product when everybody is open to having conversations and open to communicating.” [46:36]* *“We want to think that there is a brand of human that is superhuman.” [56:51]* Connect with Barrett Wilbert Weed Cameo: Barrett Wilbert Weed. Instagram: @barrettweed. Wikipedia: Barrett Wilbert Weed. IMDb: Barrett Wilbert Weed. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	18 Jan 2023	Ep. 35: A Conversation About Rope, Erotic Magic, & D/s Dynamics with Nox Black	00:37:41
Nox Black (they/them) is a rope artist, erotic witch, conscious kink coach, and photographer, living and practicing on occupied Lenape Land in Brooklyn, NY. Using rope sessions, witch rituals, somatic therapies, magic-infused photoshoots, and more, they help others discover their erotic and sexual power. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Nox Black to talk about rope, erotic magic, and D/S dynamics. Nox also talks about some of the main reasons people decide to do rope, how to find and vet rope practitioners, and the truth about age play. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:53] What is Rope? [09:27] Main reasons why people get tied. [17:33] Finding the right rope practitioner. [21:06] Defining erotic magic. [27:59] D/S dynamics. [31:03] Age play. [33:10] Nox’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“If you’re somebody with a body, you can benefit from rope.” [11:38]* *“Erotic magic is a piece of witchcraft that is informed by our erotic self.” [21:18]* *“Regression is something that comes very naturally to the body. It is the brain’s way of protecting itself.” [32:21]* *“The world is not a vacuum.” [33:26]* Connect with Nox Black Website: noxblack.com. Instagram: @notnoxblack_. Twitter: @noxblack_. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	27 Jun 2023	Ep. 58: A Conversation About Finding Your Partner in Adventure with Jesse Palmer	00:23:15
Jesse Palmer is the host of the Bachelor franchise and a former Bachelor himself. He has been hosting for two years and played football, forming important relationships with former teammates, coaches, and colleagues. There is no information about his other career, achievements, and credentials. In this episode of "The Right Conversations," host Rachel Wright talks to Jesse Palmer, the host of "The Bachelor" franchise, about finding a partner in adventure. They discuss the journey from Jesse's time as a former Bachelor to his current role as the show's host, and how he has adjusted to the new title. The conversation touches on themes of honesty, curiosity, and mental health, and how they relate to relationships and sex. Ultimately, the episode emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and taking risks in order to find fulfillment. In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:02:25] Whiskey and old fashioned. [00:03:26] Real maple syrup. [00:06:53] Importance of all relationships. [00:10:48] Meeting people online versus in-person. [00:13:33] Outdoor dates and being present. [00:17:11] Adventure and overcoming challenges. The episode also discusses the limitations of online dating and the unique environment of The Bachelor. Personal stories and memories of adventures with partners are shared, and listeners are encouraged to take a leap of faith and try new adventures. Quotes 00:04:36 - "Trust me. It'll make your life better." 00:06:53 - "finding your partner and adventure could look so many different ways." 00:07:38 - "You don't have to be fucking them to have a good time." 00:12:39 - "I'm more of in the old school of kind of getting together and meeting in person." 00:17:40 - "Hey, you want to climb a tiger temple?" Connect with Jesse Palmer Website: tincupwhiskey.com. Instagram: @tincupwhiskey Twitter: @tincupwhiskey Facebook: www.facebook.com/tincupwhiskey Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources LadyCheeky (NSFW). Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	15 Feb 2023	Ep. 39: A Conversation About The Wisdom of Jealousy with Dr. Joli Hamilton	00:43:53
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Joli Hamilton to talk about jealousy, how jealousy manifests somatically, and rational vs emotional responses to jealousy. Dr Hamilton also talks about finding items that help to tackle feelings of jealousy, experimenting with relationship agreements, and the importance of acknowledging jealousy as a normal human emotion. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:14] About Dr. Hamilton. [03:45] “Don’t you get jealous?” [05:29] What can you do with jealousy? [09:00] What is jealousy? [10:06] Jealousy vs envy. [12:22] What makes up jealousy? [14:01] Rationalizing jealousy. [19:15] Figuring out what you need. [26:13] Explicit relationship agreements. [28:40] Regulating your reactions. [31:41] Jealousy’s words of wisdom. [34:08] Using jealousy to connect with your beloved. [37:32] Dr. Hamilton’s advice. Quotes: *“I don’t have to enjoy the feeling of jealousy to be grateful for its gifts.” [03:30]* *“You can imagine jealousy into existence.” [09:50]* *“The core of jealousy is this fear of interruption, and the core of envy is longing.” [10:40]* *“Logic doesn’t work.” [15:50]* *“My job is to tell you that you care so much, so see me.” [33:44]* *“Jealousy is an invitation to deeper intimacy.” [34:34]* *“Jealousy is normal. It’s normal in all kinds of relationships.” [37:55]* *“Jealousy isn’t the raw material for compersion. Joy is the raw material of compersion.” [39:44]* Connect with Dr. Joli Hamilton Website: www.jolihamilton.com. LinkedIn: Dr. Joli Hamilton. Instagram: @drjoli_hamilton. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources TAKE DR. JOLI’S QUIZ. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	29 Mar 2023	Ep. 45: A Conversation About Loving Later Life with my mom, Nancy Gibbs	00:39:36
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by my mom, Nancy Gibbs, to talk about the infuriating messaging around ageing, Loving Later Life, and letting go of fears. We also talk about working on the podcast, the importance of giving ourselves patience and grace, and allowing ourselves to fall. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:57] A bit about Nancy. [08:22] The “too old” messaging. [10:01] Anti-ageing. [12:07] Loving Later Life. [20:05] What do people hold on to later in life? [23:23] Working with Amber. [25:00] Conquering our limiting beliefs. [30:37] We all fall. [36:00] Nancy’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“The best stuff happens when you let go and let it happen.” [16:56]* *“Conquering those [limiting beliefs] is essential for moving forward.” [25:17]* *“It is okay to fall, and it’s hard.” [31:49]* *“Live passionately, live vulnerably, and keep loving later life.” [36:36]* Connect with Nancy Gibbs Website: nancylanggibbs.com. Facebook: Loving Later Life. Instagram: @lovinglaterlifepodcast. Podcast: Loving Later Life Podcast. LinkedIn: Nancy Lang Gibbs. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Episode 2, with Amber Lilyestrom. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 Aug 2022	Ep 9: A Conversation About My Polyamorous Fam: A Sit Down Conversation with my Primary Partners	01:18:32
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by my primary partners, Kyle, Ashley, and Yair. We are going to talk about how we met, how this all started, and where we see it going. We also talk about our experiences dating during the pandemic, experiencing the motions and emotions, and our family structure, and we have important messages that we want everyone to know. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:24] Yair’s perspective. [10:13] Ashley’s perspective. [18:50] Kyle’s perspective. [23:00] The early days. [24:14] Distanced dating. [32:37] Getting physical for the first time. [40:18] Experiencing jealousy. [44:29] Getting through insecurities. [55:20] What makes it all worth it? [62:36] Our structure and where we’re going. [69:11] What do we want everyone to know about our relationship. Quotes: *“Jealousy pulls on your insecurities.” [44:46]* *“The more times you work through something, the easier it is to go through the next time, but it’s still going to be a next time and it’s still going to be challenging.” [53:38]* *“Every single dynamic gets to be what it is, and celebrated for what it is.” [61:32]* *“We want our legal structure to reflect what our emotions and our day-to-day lives look like.” [65:03]* *“It’s not all orgies all the time. Everyone knows orgies are for Thursdays.” [69:43]* *“We’re not that different.” [73:37]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	03 Jan 2024	Ep. 86 A Conversation About Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships with Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer Vencill	00:43:01
Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy is a licensed psychologist and an AASECT certified sex therapist. She received her doctorate in clinical psychology and completed her postdoctoral training at the University of Minnesota’s Institute for Sexual and Gender Health. She has advanced training in Gottman Method couple therapy, and emotionally focused couple therapy. She specializes in sexual health and relationships, and owns her own private practice in Minnesota. She is the co-author of the book, Desire: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships. Jennifer A. Vencill, Ph.D., is a board-certified clinical health psychologist and AASECT-certified sex therapist, practicing primarily in Mayo Clinic's Menopause and Women's Sexual Health Clinic and Transgender and Intersex Specialty Care Clinic. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer Vencill to talk about changing terminology around libido and desire, how to talk about libido differences in relationships, and the importance of education. We also talk about the misconceptions around desire stereotypes, sex therapy vs couples therapy, pain and libido, and how to deconstruct our sexual script. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:25] A bit about Lauren and Jennifer. [04:58] Libido and desire. [06:40] Differences vs mismatched. [09:50] How libido differences manifest. [13:24] Starting the conversation. [17:44] Zombie facts. [23:44] The importance of education. [24:56] Is non-monogamy a good solution? [29:48] Sex therapy or couples therapy? [37:19] Libido and pain. [38:34] Deconstructing our sexual script. Quotes: *“There’s not usually one person that’s the problem.” [12:55]* *“Pain is a big underlying factor for many people.” [37:41]* Connect with Lauren Fogel Mersy Website: drlaurenfogel.com. Instagram: @drlaurenfogelmersy. TikTok: @drlaurenfogelmersy. Connect with Jennifer Vencill Instagram: @drjennifervencill. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources desire-book.com. Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	10 May 2023	Ep. 49: A Conversation About What LGBTQ+ & Polyamorous People Should Know About Family Law with Diana Adams	00:36:09
Diana Adams Bio Diana Adams (they/them) is the Founder and Principal of Diana Adams Law & Mediation, PLLC. Diana founded this boutique LGBTQ family law and mediation firm, based in New York City and Frankfurt, Germany, serving primarily same-sex couples and non-nuclear families. Diana is passionately dedicated to helping form healthy, stable families, whether between same-sex couples, platonic co-parents, polyamorous families, or different-sex couples, by facilitating conversations that support the creation of clear personal agreements, as well as solid legal agreements to protect their families. Diana is proud to be one of the New York State representatives for the selective national organization of leaders on LGBTQ family law, the LBGT Family Law Institute of The National LGBT Bar Association. Diana is a proud member of The LGBTQI Family Professionals of New York, a NY collective of LGBTQI attorneys, mediators, mental health professionals, and financial professionals, who often work together in the collaborative process to support families without court intervention. Diana speaks internationally about LGBTQI parenting, marriage alternatives, and the evolving structure of the family. Diana does frequent law school teaching, most recently as an Adjunct Law Professor at Cornell Law School teaching LGBTQ Family Law, and as a frequent guest lecturer at Harvard law School. Diana is frequently interviewed as an expert on LGBTQ and nontraditional family structures, with interviews in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Huffington Post, New York Magazine and many more, and on TV’s The View, and MTV, among others. Diana was recently named Director of the newly formed Euro LGBT Family Law Institute, bringing together leaders on LGBTQ family issues across Europe. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Diana Adams to talk about how they got into this work, and the legal aspects of the non-nuclear family. We also talk about domestic partnerships, the benefits of legal marriage, and they share the exciting developments in family law. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:08] A bit about Diana. [03:02] What we should know about Diana’s work. [06:02] Why US Law needs to expand beyond the nuclear family. [08:29] Why Diana got into this. [11:19] The benefits of being legally married. [18:53] Domestic partnerships. [26:08] What LGBTQ+ and polyamorous people need to know about family law. [31:57] Diana’s message to allies. Quotes: *“We are stronger together.” [05:55]* *“We’re in a moment in which there’s a possibility for change.” [07:39]* *“We don’t have to keep doing what we’ve done before just because it’s the way we’ve always done it.” [16:28]* *“Be involved in this movement to expand our rights.” [31:47]* Connect with Diana Adams Website: dianaadamslaw.net. Twitter: @DianaAdamsEsq. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Chosen Family Law Center. Diana’s TED Talk. The LGBTQ+ Bar. Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	26 Oct 2022	Ep. 23: A Conversation About Libido	00:17:14
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I talk about libido, how libido functions on a spectrum, and the 8 categories of things that affect our libido. I’ll also talk about important questions to ask yourself surrounding your personal libido, and knowing when to check under the hood of your libido. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:59] What is libido? [06:19] The libido spectrum. [08:30] What is a “normal” libido? [11:02] 8 things that affect libido. [11:16] Category 1: Stress. [11:45] Category 2: Relationship factors. [12:09] Category 3: Hormones. [12:35] Category 4: Mental health. [13:05] Category 5: Medications. [13:54] Category 6: Physical health. [14:29] Category 7: Sexual knowledge and awareness. [14:43] Category 8: Developmental factors. Quotes: *“The biggest issue that comes up between two people that are in a sexual relationship is mismatched libido.” [02:54]* *“Our libidos fluctuate. It is context specific.” [07:30]* *“[normal libido] is any interest or drive toward sex that does not interfere with your life.” [08:36]* *“We all have our own personal normal libido. There is not a universal normal libido.” [10:06]* *“When your libido is off from your normal, ask yourself if any of these apply to you.” [15:09]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Episode 20: A Conversation About Dating With Herpes (& Being a Comedian), with Erica Spera. Episode 21: A Conversation About STIs and Disclosure, with Janelle Marie Pierce. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	18 Oct 2023	Ep. 77 A Conversation About Turning Life's Challenges Into Opportunities with McKenna Reitz	00:34:13
McKenna Reitz is a TEDx speaker who challenges men and women to reframe life’s challenges into gifts and opportunities so they can pursue their purpose with clarity and confidence. After losing all her hair due to Alopecia, McKenna uses her journey of having this autoimmune disease to help others overcome the loss in their life by resetting the mindset of their “loss” into growth and opportunities in their lives. Teaching AP Psychology and coaching varsity volleyball for the past 18 years, McKenna resides in Toledo, OH with her husband Greg, and two beautiful daughters, Karsen (10) and Maddox (7). For her expertise, McKenna has been featured in Forbes, Woman’s Day, Yahoo! News, U.S. News & World Report, Good Housekeeping, VeryWellFamily, MindBodyGreen, Global Woman Magazine, Thrive Global, Healthy Women, Medium, Love What Matters, and featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Good Morning America, Good Morning Washington, theList, Wake Up With Marci, Ticker News, and Cheddar News. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by McKenna Reitz to talk about holding space for grief and seeing the opportunity in the grief, learning to release the control, and the most common struggles that people experience on this journey. We also talk about the importance of believing in yourself, letting go of comparisonitis, and McKenna shares her words of wisdom for those going through tough times. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:15] A bit about McKenna. [05:52] Grieving and seeing the opportunity. [14:48] Learning to release the control. [21:42] The most common struggles. [27:04] Believing in yourself. [31:03] McKenna’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“We’re so afraid to talk about what we’re going through.” [22:37]* *“You need to reach out and ask for help.” [31:51]* *“It’s not going to happen overnight. It’s going to take some time, but start looking for those silver linings.” [32:33]* Connect with Website: www.mckennareitz.com. Instagram: @mckennareitz. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	31 Aug 2022	Ep. 7 - A Conversation About Gender with James Rose	00:54:55
James Rose (they/she) is a genderfluid actor, educator, & content artist based in New York City. James holds degrees from NYU in Music Theatre and Child & Adolescent Mental Health Studies, and their work on stage and screen ranges from “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” to leading roles in regional theaters across the country. They are currently starring as Hedwig in Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Cardinal Stage - one of the first openly non-binary performers in history to take on this role. They co-starred in the indie film “Adelphe”, which premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year. In response to the pervasive diet culture and body shaming of the entertainment industry, they also became a fat liberation-aligned personal trainer and trauma-informed Yoga teacher, specializing in accessible fitness that allows for all people make peace with movement and their bodies. They have taught in prisons, harm reduction shelters, domestic violence shelters, senior centers, gyms, and studios across the country. James also serves as a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion consultant for regional theaters, corporations, and the National Eating Disorder Association. They write about gender, queerness, trauma survivorship, mental health, their feelings, and their exes on Instagram & TikTok, where they reach an audience of over 350,000 people. James values transparency, authenticity, and hopes their corner of the internet can be a place where we learn to love ourselves as fiercely as possible. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I am joined by James Rose, genderfluid actor, educator, and content artist. We talk about gender, sexuality, sex, and identity. James also talks about their lived experience with oppression, their coming out story, and using pronouns, and James gives three action steps for how you could support and get involved with trans communities. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:33] Hedwig and the Angry Inch. [06:55] Differentiating between sexuality and gender. [07:42] The difference between gender and sex. [09:21] Non-binary in gender. [11:35] Is non-binary considered trans? [13:31] James’s experience with oppression. [26:50] Legislation against bodily autonomy. [29:47] James’s coming out story. [39:22] Let’s talk about pronouns. [47:26] James’s three action steps. Quotes: *“Gender is based off of social factors, sex is based of of biological factors, both of them are human constructs that exist on non-binary spectrums.” [08:51]* *“Regardless of where you are in the world, you absolutely interact with trans people. You just may not know it.” [16:07]* *“When you do not have bodily autonomy, your mental health tanks.” [23:13]* *“Gender discovery feels like being a welder and not having an instruction manual.” [36:52]* *“Your pronouns are simply the way that you are to be referred to, respectfully, in space.” [40:03]* Connect with James Website: www.jamesissmiling.com Instagram: @jamesissmiling TikTok: @jamesissmiling Twitter: @jamesissmiling Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	14 Jun 2023	Ep. 56: A Conversation About Burnout Recovery with Michelle Goodloe	00:35:24
Michelle is the owner and psychotherapist with The Essence of Healing LLC, providing individual and couples psychotherapy to adult residents of Georgia and Illinois. With a professional background in providing clinical interventions, compassion-based services and statewide advocacy for people impacted by domestic violence, child abuse and stress-related conflict, the focus of Michelle's career has been to develop and institute accessible and resourceful avenues of support through The Essence of Healing LLC and her wellness-resource website, gmichelle.com. Gmichelle.com offers busy, caring professionals the opportunity to make self-care a practical part of their lives. She is also the creator of three self-care centered books, Self Explore, Self Restore, The Self Care Investment, and I Own My Magic. Michelle facilitates interactive workshops for non-profit and private organizations that experience challenges with addressing self-care, compassion fatigue, and professional burn out. Michelle is a Taurus Sun, a Sagittarius Rising and Moon, a mom to an 18-month-old, a fan of breakfast foods and chicken wings, a Ravenclaw, and she is always the hat in Monopoly, and her favorite way to relax is having her feet up with a book and a snack. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Michelle Goodloe to talk about burnout and compassion fatigue, how society has redefined feeling tired, and how we can start to recognize our burnout-fueling habits. We also talk about the power of habit stacking, how burnout affects those of different racial backgrounds, and the realities of mom-guilt. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:25] A bit about Michelle. [02:41] Michelle’s Monopoly strategy. [03:53] Michelle’s introduction to social work. [08:25] Defining burnout. [09:26] How society has redefined feeling tired. [11:57] Recognizing burnout-causing habits. [18:29] Put your needs first. [22:28] Why tiredness has been rebranded. [25:26] The burnout narrative along racial lines. [27:43] Overcoming the familiarity of burnout culture. [30:24] Mom-guilt. [34:12] Michelle’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Burnout is long-term feeling of exhaustion, disconnection, or even disinterest in what you do because you’re minimizing, denying, or even ignoring your human-ness.” [09:04]* *“Feeling tired is a normal human feeling. Burnout is not a normal human experience.” [12:28]* *“You’re supposed to say no sometimes.” [29:03]* *“Overextending ourselves repeatedly can impact our physical health.” [29:17]* *“It’s possible to recover from burnout. It’s possible to prevent burnout.” [34:20]* Connect with Michelle Goodloe Website: www.theessenceofhealingllc.com. gmichelle.com. Instagram: @thegmichelle. Twitter: @thegmichelle. LinkedIn: Michelle Goodloe. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The Self Care Investment. I Own My Magic: Self-Talk for Black Women. Self Explore, Self Restore. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	06 Dec 2023	Ep. 83 A Conversation About Erotica with Dr. Lyndsey Harper	00:40:31
Lyndsey Harper, MD is a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Medicine. She is also a board-certified OB-GYN that specializes in helping patients with low libido and sexual dysfunction. Dr. Harper is a Fellow of the International Society for Women's Sexual Wellness and has dedicated her career to bringing awareness, education, and resources to both physicians and patients about these very common, but rarely discussed issues. A native Arkansan, Dr. Harper earned a BS in Microbiology from The University of Arkansas, then attended The University Arkansas for Medical Sciences to earn her MD. Dr. Harper completed an OB-GYN residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where she worked in a private practice for seven years. She is now an Ob-Gyn Hospitalist at Baylor Scott & White Health in Dallas. In addition, Dr. Harper is the founder and CEO of Rosy, a women’s health company that connects women to evidence-based resources for decreased sexual desire. Rosy’s mission is to alleviate the silence and shame that surrounds women’s sexual dysfunction and to provide women with the help they deserve. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lyndsey Harper to talk about the glaring lack of education around vaginal health, how erotica links to health, and granting ourselves permission to explore ourselves. We also talk about encouraging age-appropriate conversations, the natural journey of exploration, and how erotica can be used as a tool to improve their sexual wellbeing and relationships. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:32] A bit about Dr. Harper. [06:48] The lack of education around vaginal health. [11:19] The link to erotica. [13:10] What is erotica? [16:45] Why reading erotica evokes feelings of cheating. [19:05] Independent exploration of self. [23:52] How parents could encourage the exploration of self. [31:32] The natural journey of exploration. [37:21] Dr. Harper’s words of wisdom. Quotes: “Women’s health wasn’t built by women. It was built by men, and they are going to build for things that rise to their list of priorities.” [10:09] “We’re all wired differently.” [35:23] “You can use erotica as a tool.” [38:37] Connect with Dr. Lyndsey Harper Website: meetrosy.com. Instagram: @lyndseyharpermd. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Rachel's listeners to get a FREE month of a Rosy Silver Membership: Code: RACHELWRIGHT https://meetrosy.com/promo?code=RACHELWRIGHT Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	30 Nov 2022	Ep. 28: A Conversation About DBT with Dr. J.J Kelly	00:31:02
Dr. J.J Kelly (she/they), aka The Punk Rock Doc, is a licensed clinical psychologist and emotional skills training expert. She spent 16 years working as a mental health professional in the health system, seeing first-hand the systemic injustices of ableism, elitism, homophobia, racism, sexism, and narcissism. She then decided to build a system based on love, laughter, and teaching, to achieve global healing and help others like themselves and unlock their superpowers. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. J.J Kelly to talk about Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the misconceptions around its usage, and the reality of working with insurance companies. Dr. Kelly also talks about ‘I feel’ statements, identifying and owning our emotions, the symptoms of shame, and achieving global healing through gratitude. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:39] A bit about Dr. Kelly. [02:54] What is DBT? [04:32] BPD and DBT. [06:16] Who is DBT for? [07:52] The problem with working with insurance companies. [09:17] “I feel like…” statements. [16:33] Why do emotions matter? [18:25] Identifying shame. [21:09] The symptoms of shame. [23:13] How to start learning these skills. [26:18] Dr. Kelly’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“It shouldn’t be black and white. Everything is gray.” [04:06]* *“The word that comes after the word ‘feel’ has to be an emotion word.” [10:35]* *“The majority of misery that humans experience is because of a lack of connection to themselves and each other.” [17:33]* *“There’s nothing more illogical than denying emotions.” [17:45]* *“The very heart of narcissism is shame.” [22:54]* *“Happy people act right.” [26:38]* *“The natural by-product of liking yourself is wanting to give.” [28:00]* Connect with Dr. Kelly Website: www.drjjkelly.com. Instagram: @drjjkelly. YouTube: Dr. J.J Kelly. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	17 May 2023	Ep. 51: A Conversation About Disregulated Nervous Systems with Maria-Victoria Albina	00:44:42
Maria-Victoria Albina (she/they) is a certified life coach, breathwork facilitator, and holistic nurse practitioner with a Master’s Degree in Public Health. They coach co-dependent folks socialized as women to stop feeling anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed, so that they can have better relationships with their partners, parents, and themselves. They are also the host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Maria-Victoria Albina to talk about the current trend of regulation, the truth about co-dependency, and regulating our nervous systems. We also talk about the lion events that we come across in our daily lives, the importance of a holistic approach to nervous system regulation, and why we should be celebrating our challenging patterns. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:37] About Maria-Victoria. [03:45] The trend of regulation. [08:15] Co-dependency. [17:09] Regulating the nervous system. [24:25] Lion events in life. [35:22] Holistic nervous system regulation. [41:32] Maria-Victoria’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Co-dependency is not a clinical diagnosis.” [12:43]* “Emotional outsourcing is when we chronically and habitually source our sense of wellness, worth, value, and safety from everyone and everything outside of ourselves, instead of from within.” [14:42] *“It’s nervous system first, meaning-making second.” [32:42]* *“Regulating is not always the goal.” [41:23]* *“You are not broken.” [41:42]* Connect with Maria-Victoria Albina Website: victoriaalbina.com. Instagram: @victoriaalbinawellness. Facebook: Victoria Albina Wellness. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Download your FREE meditations. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	03 Aug 2023	Ep. 65 A Conversation About Compersion with Marie Thouin	00:33:20
In this episode of "The Wright Conversations," host Rachel Wright invites Marie Thouin, a dating and relationship coach, to discuss the concept of compersion. They break down what compersion is, its significance in relationships, and how it can be experienced and cultivated. Marie also shares her expertise as a compersion scholar and researcher. Whether you're new to the concept or have been curious about it, this episode offers valuable insights into embracing compersion in your own love life. In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:02:45] Interest in non-monogamy. [00:04:23] Compersion in non-monogamous relationships. [00:10:30] Creating a non-monogamous mindset. [00:15:10] Connection with metamours. [00:18:05] Not liking your metamour. [00:23:36] The social aspect of non-monogamy. [00:26:22] Navigating jealousy and compersion. [00:31:02] Managing expectations in open relationships. In this episode will learn about the concept of compersion in non-monogamous relationships, including its definition and relevance. They will also learn about the range of emotions and actions associated with compersion, as well as its correlation with relationship satisfaction. The episode explores the coexistence of compersion and jealousy, strategies for cultivating compersion, and the importance of understanding and accepting partners' other relationships. Additionally, the benefits of compersion, such as aligning with personal values and building a supportive community, are discussed. The episode also provides resources for further exploration of compersion. Quotes: 00:04:23 - "But typically there is a correlation between the experience of compersion and relationship satisfaction in those relationships." 00:06:44 - "It's just that in the romantic realm, we are socialized to think that's impossible." 00:10:23 - "So first, make sure that your mind is aligned with what you're doing as much as possible." 00:16:19 - "You know, I think that if you feel that someone is a threat, you dehumanize them" 00:23:13 - "the fundamental spirit of compersion is to say it's positive empathy, even when you don't get any direct benefits. But hey, benefits don't hurt. They actually do really enhance that feeling of compersion." 00:28:40 - "Oh, it feels like champagne bubbles in my face, it feels like warmth, it feels like a presence or a sensation in my heart." 00:30:19 - "Compersion is not a mandate. It can often feel like if you're not feeling this kind of embodied compersion, you're not doing non monogamy or polyamory correctly. And that's just not true." Connect with Marie Thouin Website: whatiscompersion.com Instagram: @love_insight_dating LinkedIn: Marie Thouin, PhD Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	19 Oct 2022	Ep. 22: A Conversation About The Relationship Escalator & Creating Your Own Milestones	00:26:13
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I will be talking about the traditional relationship escalator, creating our own relationship milestones, and the subconscious societal pressure to conform. I will also talk about the various categories on the non-escalator relationship menu and figuring out what you want from your relationships with your partner(s) and/or friends. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [03:01] What is the relationship escalator? [04:31] Going up the escalator and/or creating your own milestones. [07:44] Navigating commitment off of the escalator. [08:22] The escalator in Disney movies. [10:13] An alternative metaphor to the escalator. [10:56] The Non-Escalator Relationship Menu. [16:19] Commitment. [17:43] Emotional Intimacy. [19:24] Social integration. [20:38] Quality time. [21:44] Communication. [22:17] Physical intimacy. [23:23] Financial management. [23:52] Autonomy. Quotes: *“Every relationship that you have is important, and that includes your platonic ones.” [09:58]* *“You can step on to something to propel a relationship forward, but you don’t need to take it up.” [10:44]* *“Physical intimacy really changes and often is not discussed enough.” [22:26]* *“There are a million different ways to be in relationship. There is not one way.” [24:19]* *“Try to figure out the way that works for you.” [24:32]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The Non-Escalator Relationship Menu. Article: Well + Good: Committed Relationships Aren’t Reserved Solely for Romance - Here’s What To Know About Platonic Committed Relationships. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with
	15 Nov 2023	Ep. 80 A Conversation About Everything Vaginal Health with Priyanka Jain	00:34:24
Priyanka Jain is the Co-Founder of Evvy. She has always been passionate about leveraging data to improve outcomes for women. She spent the past four years as Head of Product at pymetrics, where she focused on building algorithms to make hiring more fair, efficient, and transparent. Priyanka is also a spokesperson for the UN Foundation’s Girl Up Campaign, Chair of the Acumen Fund’s Junior Council, and she is on the Innovation Board for the XPrize Foundation Priyanka holds a BSc from Stanford, where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Priyanka Jain to talk about the missing research into vaginal health, the vaginal microbiome, and the lack of education. We also talk about the products aimed at improving vaginal health, the Evvy tests, and how Evvy is helping to unlearn the faults in sex education. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:05] A bit about Priyanka. [08:44] What is the vaginal microbiome? [12:54] The lack of knowledge. [17:32] The truth about vaginal health products. [21:47] What does the Evvy test do? Quotes: *“To this day, we are diagnosed on average 4 years later than men for over 770 diseases.” [03:32]* *“Water does a great job down there and you don’t need a lot more than that.” [18:47]* Connect with Priyanka Jain Website: www.evvy.com. LinkedIn: Priyanka Jain. Instagram: @evvy. TikTok: @evvybio. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Sep 2022	Ep 11: A Conversation About Relationship Comparisonitis and The Natural Phases	00:29:03
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the plague of Comparisonitis and understanding the phases of typical relationships. I’ll also get into our brain chemistry and how it changes throughout the phases, navigating each phase, and finding solace and learning from relationships that end. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:26] Why we compare ourselves to others. [08:39] The typical relationship escalator. [09:50] The honeymoon phase. [11:20] The brain chemistry during the honeymoon phase. [14:49] The “back to reality” phase. [19:22] The decision-making phase. [22:22] No more Comparisonitis. [22:58] The settling down phase. [24:22] Brain chemistry in the settling down phase. [26:22] Feeling the ebb and flow of the sexual relationship. [26:52] There is more to a relationship than these stages. Quotes: *“When we understand the natural phases of a typical romantic/sexual relationship, we will compare less.” [02:57]* *“The honeymoon phase is super common and normal. Soak it up.” [10:43]* *“Try not to make any big decisions during the honeymoon phase.” [10:54]* *“During the ‘back to reality’ phase is often when a lot of these ‘issues’ tend to start popping up.” [15:52]* *“This [back to reality] stage really sets the foundation in so many ways for the rest of your relationship.” [17:09]* *“Please believe people when they show you who they are.” [17:28]* *“It is more of a success to leave a relationship that is not for you than to stay in one that you don’t want to be in.” [17:41]* *“Often, in this [decision-making] phase, you are figuring out if your lifestyles in the big picture are compatible.” [20:55]* *“I truly hope that you do not settle for being happy enough.” [21:30]* *“If something is not serving you, if it’s harming you, you don’t have to be in it.” [22:13]* *“This [settling down] phase feels very privileged.” [23:25]* *“The reality of long-term sexual/romantic relationships that have a sexual component is that the sexual relationship is going to ebb and flow.” [25:18]* *“When you have an empty cup, it is so hard to pour out.” [26:47]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Dec 2022	Ep. 29: A Conversation About Over-Diagnosing and Sharing Online as a Therapist with Dr. Courtney Tracy	00:28:15
Dr. Courtney Tracy, aka The Truth Doctor, is a renowned psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker, healthcare entrepreneur, activist, creator, speaker, writer, and host of The Truth Doctor Show. By the age of 30, she became a licensed therapist, and received four degrees, including a Master of Social Work and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Through her platform, The Truth Doctor, she is helping Gen Z and their families understand mental health stigma and healing. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr, Courtney Tracy to talk about being transparent on social media as a therapist, her BPD, and mental health diagnoses. Dr. Tracy also talks about the most common issues since the pandemic started, cultivating courage, and how to take the first steps towards navigating vulnerability. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:14] A bit about Dr. Courtney Tracy. [02:31] Sharing online as a therapist. [04:49] Borderline Personality Disorder. [07:00] Why BDP is so stigmatized. [09:25] Are mental health issues becoming over-diagnosed or are people becoming more aware and seeking diagnoses? [11:57] What has been the most common issue lately? [15:42] Dr. Tracy’s advice. [17:52] Does Dr. Tracy need to cultivate courage? [19:51] How can someone know that they can benefit from what Dr.Tracy is putting out into the world? [22:08] The first step towards sharing and navigating vulnerability. [26:49] Dr. Tracy’s words of wisdom. Quotes: **“Our species needs a lot of fcking work.” [10:58]* “Even connecting with your distress is important.” [16:59] “I’m just trying to share my truth with the hopes that it will prevent you from hiding yours.” [20:31] “I wish we lived in a world where being yourself was not considered an act of fcking bravery.” [21:05]* “You may think that everything in your life is out of control right now, but the things that are in your control once weren’t, and they’re so in your control now that you didn’t even realize it.” [27:01] Connect with Dr. Courtney Tracy Website: www.thetruthdoctor.com. Instagram: @the.truth.doctor. Twitter: @_thetruthdoctor. TikTok: @the.truth.doctor. YouTube: The Truth Doctor Show. Podcast: Truth Doctor Show. LinkedIn: Dr. Courtney Tracy. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action** Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	10 May 2023	Ep. 47: A Conversation About Sex Toys	00:22:00
In this episode of The Wright Conversations, host Rachel Wright explains her absence from the podcast due to a broken foot and surgery. This also highlights the importance of self-care and not being perfect In this episode you will learn about sex toys, including different types, how to choose them, and common myths surrounding them. Rachel talks about their role in adding variety to sexual experiences and the importance of having a personal sexual relationship with oneself. The episode also covers the importance of using safe lubricants, how to choose toys based on personal preferences, and different categories of sex toys. Let’s delve in! [00:03:28] Sex toys explained. [00:04:33] Sex toys and shame. [00:11:19] The importance of lubricant. [00:14:04] Enhancing what feels good. [00:17:46] Body-safe sex toy materials. Connect with Diana Adams Website: dianaadamslaw.net. Twitter: @DianaAdamsEsq. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Rachel's guide to Lube Best Lube blog Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	25 Jan 2023	Ep. 36: A Conversation About Sexual Fantasies with Meryl Victoria	00:40:27
*Content / Trigger Warning, in this episode we discuss sensitive topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. Topics like sexual abuse, and physical abuse, including child sexual molestation. This may be an episode to skip, or use headphones for, if you have others around you that may not be prepared to listen.* Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Meryl Victoria to talk about play and fantasies, the most common fantasies, and exploring core desires. Meryl also talks about de-shame-ifying sexual fantasies, the importance of safety in context, tapping into our body sensations, and fantasies versus realities. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:37] A bit about Meryl. [03:18] Why Meryl is passionate about talking about sexual fantasies. [05:13] Are fantasies for you? [06:22] Defining sexual fantasies. [07:22] The more common sexual fantasies. [08:28] Core desires. [10:00] What to do with your fantasies. [12:19] Fantasies versus realities. [18:42] The insidious shame. [20:15] How to start to recognize shame. [23:34] Tapping into body sensations. [28:22] A safe context. [29:26] How shame manifests. [31:11] How to start releasing and exploring shame. [36:47] Meryl’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Everybody fantasizes, and everybody fantasizes for their entire lives.” [03:44]* *“What makes sex awesome is not the actions that you’re performing. Rather, it’s the emotions that you’re experiencing.” [08:40]* *“Just because you fantasize about it, doesn’t mean you want to do it for real.” [12:12]* *“Every time you move outside of the perceived social norm, shame is waiting for you.” [19:23]* *“Diversifying your feed is such an amazing thing to do for yourself.” [32:25]* Connect with Meryl Victoria Website: www.verymeryl.com. Instagram: @soverymeryl. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	20 Dec 2023	Ep. 85 A Conversation About "My First Polyamorous Relationship" with Sydney Harris	00:45:00
Sydney Harris Bio Sydney Harris is a Sexuality Educator, with expertise in psychology and mental health, gender studies, human sexuality, empowerment through education, and animal-assisted therapies and interventions. She runs the social media page, Clitoriscious, and is the host of the Clit Talking Podcast. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Sydney Harris to talk about how she started with non-monogamy, her first non-monogamous experience, and unlearning romantic expectations. We also talk about Sydney’s breakup, mental health struggles, and lessons she has learned from her experiences. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:15] How to: Non-monogamy. [07:14] Sydney’s first time. [10:00] The academic approach. [13:35] The group experience. [26:02] The romantic love condition. [30:03] The breakup. [34:15] Lessons learned. [42:51] Sydney’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Take the time to use the right pronouns.” [22:38]* *“There’s a difference between adjusting behaviors or adjusting who we are.” [32:39]* *“Listen to your body and trust what it’s telling you.” [43:08]* Connect with Sydney Harris Website: www.clitoriscious.com. Instagram: @clitoriscious. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Evvy Vaginal Health Test! Use Code: RACHEL10 for $10 OFF your first test Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	02 Nov 2022	Ep. 24: A Conversation About Coming Out Later in Life with Amanda Katherine Loy	00:41:20
Amanda is a queer, non-monogamous, neurodivergent artist, storyteller, actor, coach, writer, podcast host, and trauma survivor. At the age of 27, she had a preventative double mastectomy, which she documented in her book, I Chopped Off My Tits. Her podcast, Live Your Fck Yes Life, was launched in 2018 as a space to have conversations about the things that no one talks about. She is a recovering people pleaser, and she works to support other recovering people pleasers through her program, The School of Fears, Feels, and Fucks. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Amanda Katherine Loy to talk about her later-in-life coming out story, the demisexual experience, and her first sexual encounter with a woman. Amanda also talks about her love-hate relationship with labels, existing as a bisexual person in the world, and she gives valuable advice to those who are exploring their identities. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn:* [04:18] A bit about Amanda. [06:50] Coming out later in life. [14:18] From Orange is the New Black, to 5 months into a relationship with a woman. [15:40] Amanda’s experience of demisexuality. [19:27] Getting into the relationship. [21:18] Taking on the bisexual and polyamorous labels. [22:59] What the labels did for Amanda. [24:35] How people reacted. [25:43] The struggle of being seen by the world as something other than what she is. [29:44] One of the best (and challenging) things about coming out later in life. [34:22] Amanda’s advice to her younger questioning self. [35:55] Amanda’s advice to others wanting to explore their sexuality. Quotes: *“Until and/or if that emotional connection is present, I don’t even feel the pull to have sex with somebody, which I thought was just normal.” [16:52]* *“Your relationship to your identity is like a living document that you can constantly re-examine and adjust as you discover yourself.” [23:37]* *“I feel like I have to fight every single day to not be erased in my own body.” [28:50]* *“I knew that no matter how I was received, I was going to be okay, because I was okay within myself.” [30:26]* *“Don’t be scared to keep digging.” [34:49]* *“There’s only your right way.” [37:04]* *“Explore in a way that makes sense to you.” [39:09]* *“At the end of the day, if we can’t meet each other human-to-human, I don’t really see a point.” [40:24]* Connect with Amanda Katherine Loy Website: www.amandakatherineloy.com. Instagram: @amandakatherineloy. YouTube: Amanda Katherine Loy. TikTok: @amandakatherineloy. Patreon: @liveyourfuckyeslife. Facebook: Amanda Katherine Loy. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Ep. 148: Platonic Intimacy & Why We Really Went On A Break. I Chopped Off My Tits: And It’s The Best & Hardest Decision I’ve Ever Had To Make, by Amanda Katherine Loy. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	27 Jun 2023	Ep. 59: A Conversation About Where Fitness and Sexual Wellness Meet with Tyomi Morgan	00:37:30
Tyomi Morgan is a sex coach and writer with 12 years of experience. She is passionate about helping women connect with their sexuality and their bodies, and infuses tantra and healing principles in her work. She is the creator of the Cowgirl Workout, a somatic healing practice that teaches women how to stroke back. Tyomi believes that sexual energy is creative energy and helps people step into the things they truly desire with confidence. Her coaching style is described as down-to-earth and direct, with a focus on helping clients step into uncomfortable work for higher pleasure. In this episode, host Rachel Wright talks to sex coach and writer Tyomi Morgan about where fitness and sexual wellness meet. Tyomi introduces herself as a multi-hyphenate within the creative and sexual health space. They discuss the importance of self-care and how it affects sexual wellness, the connection between physical fitness and sexual pleasure, and how to incorporate fitness into one's sex life. This conversation highlights the importance of taking care of oneself to achieve optimal sexual health. [00:01:13] Fitness and sexual wellness. [00:05:56] Physical fitness and sexual wellness. [00:07:44] Sexual health and heart health. [00:12:22] Riding and Stroking Techniques. [00:17:23] Trauma in the pelvic floor. [00:19:57] Fitness and sexual wellness. [00:23:00] Body positivity and exercise. [00:29:00] Pelvic floor and movement. [00:30:03] Rideable sex toys. [00:34:27] Mental health and sexuality. The listener will learn about the intersection of fitness and sexual wellness, including the speaker's background in creating the Cowgirl Workout program, the importance of pelvic floor muscles and cardiovascular health for sexual performance, and the benefits of integrating fitness into sexual activity. The episode also touches on body image, trauma, and mental health in relation to sexual pleasure and fitness. The speaker emphasizes the importance of embracing oneself and finding guides for pleasure and healing. 00:06:15 - "It is the meeting of pelvises in the middle." 00:08:45 - "Yes, there are studies out there that have that that literally tie in how physical fitness improves sexual performance, especially for female identifying folk, because it also improves your self-concept." 00:12:22 - "And so when I started thinking about movement in sex when it comes to riding dick, I'm like, well, riding is really a euphemism for stroking." 00:17:26 - "the pelvic floor is just like a collection of trauma." 00:26:33 - "That's my goal is to change the world because I want women moving." 00:29:38 - "You might feel like horny. You might feel very aroused after this because we're working so much on the pelvic floor and that's normal." Connect with Tyomi Morgan Website: glamerotica101.com Instagram: @realglamazontyomi Youtube: GLAMerotica101 Twitter: @glamerotica101 Facebook: glamerotica101 Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources LadyCheeky (NSFW). Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	16 Nov 2022	Ep. 26: A Conversation About Religious Trauma (& How It Affects Sex & Mental Health) with Rae Gross	00:37:24
Rae is a sex-positive associate marriage and family therapist, working with clients who have experienced religious trauma, family of origin trauma, as well as those with ADHD, anxiety, cancer, chronic illnesses, depression, and relational and intimacy issues. Over 20 years ago, she left the Mormon faith, and she has been working to reclaim her own spirituality, and curiosity, and explore her post-Mormon sexual and gender identity. She hosts a Former Mormon Support Group, and co-hosts the FoMo (Former Mormon) Podcast with Melissa Hannan. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Rae Gross to talk about religious trauma, it’s effects on sex and mental health, and how to figure out if you have religious trauma. Rae also talks about her experience of religious trauma, how she reintegrated into the world after leaving the Mormon faith, and she gives advice to those who are in a similar position. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [02:05] A bit about Rae. [04:04] Let’s define religious trauma. [05:23] How to tell if you have religious trauma. [06:34] Religious trauma’s effects on sexuality and sex life. [09:16] Religious trauma’s effects on mental health. [11:07] Rae’s story through religious trauma. [18:39] Reintegrating into the world. [26:00] Finding what Rae wanted. [29:03] Rae’s advice to anyone in the same position. [33:33] Rae’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Sexuality is such a huge part of what it means to be human.” [03:35]* *“Religious trauma starts in the organization.” [06:56]* *“There’s never a discussion of love or attraction in Mormonism. There’s only a discussion of righteousness and worthiness.” [12:07]* *“Nothing seems scary because staying is the scariest thing on earth.” [16:30]* *“Discover your boundaries.” [29:33]* *“Be gentle on yourself.” [30:09]* *“Above all, be safe. Practice safe sex.” [30:29]* *“Honor your body and your autonomy as much as you can.” [30:51]* *“Sexuality is one of the pillars of being human, and when you don’t have all the pillars, the structure isn’t stable.” [36:34]* Connect with Rae Gross Website: www.raegross.com. www.thefomopodcast.com. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources The FoMo Podcast. Set Boundaries, Find Peace, by Nedra Glover Tawwab. The Mormon Mental Health Association. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 May 2023	Ep. 52: A Conversation About Men & Emotional Intimacy with Melissa Fulgieri	00:36:36
Melissa Fulgieri is a social worker, entrepreneur, speaker, professor, and writer living and working in New York City. She has achieved success in various fields and is known for her work in emotional literacy and nuanced conversations. She is taking on one client and can be found on Instagram and her website, which is her first and last name dot com. She is also going to start writing a monthly column for Byline in June. Her ethos revolves around embracing emotions, leaning into conflict for connection, and acknowledging feelings of loneliness. In this episode Rachel talks with Melissa Fulgieri, a social worker, entrepreneur, speaker, professor, and writer, about emotional intimacy, specifically for those who were assigned male at birth and socialized as men in the world. Melissa explains her interest in the topic and the driving force behind wanting to do an episode on it. The conversation dives into societal norms and expectations around emotional vulnerability, the effects of toxic masculinity, and ways to promote emotional intimacy in relationships. Timestamps: [00:01:10] Emotional intimacy among men. [00:04:47] "Lovingly direct" therapy. [00:08:56] Men working on self-awareness. [00:13:35] Men's difficulty to ask for help. [00:19:38] Happy Wife, Happy Life. [00:22:48] Understanding male emotional shutdown. [00:27:15] The power of saying "I don't know". [00:33:17] Emotional intimacy for men. [00:36:22] Leave a rating and review. Quotes: 00:00:32 - "It's time for your mind to scream less and for you to screw more." 00:04:41 - "where I realized that you've just lovingly told me to go fuck myself." 00:09:14 - "I want to work on my white male entitlement. I want to treat myself better because I realized that when I don't treat myself well, I treat the women in my life really poorly." 00:10:27 - "Melissa, this book needs to be written, but I have to tell you, men don't read self help books." 00:13:35 - "The theme that I see time and time again is this difficulty to ask for help." 00:19:38 - "And what ends up happening is they end up divorcing themselves from their actual internal experience, and therefore their actual needs. Because they think let me just conflict avoid, make my partner happy, and that will somehow result in happiness for me, and it's not working." 00:20:28 - "And so that's how I lean out, right? Whereas men, I think often lean out by being agreeable. And so what's happening is you're like, two people are leaning out and not even authentically connecting around what they actually want." 00:25:35 - "That is such a, oh, yes." 00:29:32 - "I'm so sorry, I don't know how to do that." 00:33:41 - "specifically around men and emotional intimacy is this seeing being vulnerable and seeing the inner world and being known is how we combat that." 00:35:06 - "We have to all be able to take that risk because that's where the greatest rewards are." Connect with Melissa Fulgieri Website: melissafulgieri.com Instagram: @melissafulgierillc Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Chosen Family Law Center. Diana’s TED Talk. The LGBTQ+ Bar. Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 Aug 2022	Ep. 5 - A Conversation About Sexual Re(gu)lations: How Our Nervous Systems Play a Roll in Our Capacity to Sustain Safety, Arousal & Pleasure with Christin Henke	00:56:05
Christin is a somatic sex coach, whose work focuses on body-based trauma resolution and sexual empowerment. She is passionate about helping women and femmes access the full rapture of live through healing their nervous systems and reclaiming their voice, body, and power. She is also the creator and host of the Nothing Confidential podcast. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I am joined by Christin Henke, somatic sex coach, pleasure activist, and trauma nerd. We talk about dealing with dissonant experiences, masturbatory shame, and getting into a space of regulation and safety in the nervous system. Christin also talks about “leaving your body”, how to self-assess, and get Christin’s word of wisdom. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [07:32] Where do we start? [18:31] Having “both, and” dissonant experiences. [25:07] Masturbatory shame. [33:09] Getting to regulation and safety in the nervous system. [40:46] Using “leaving your body” in a positive way. [44:22] How to self-assess. [49:52] Christin’s one tool. Quotes: *“Your body knows all of the factors that you can’t actually process in the moment because you’re overwhelmed.” [20:23]* *“Masturbatory shame is my bread and butter.” [25:58]* *“Sometimes working on things that are going to benefit your sex life are decidedly unsexy.” [37:31]* *“Be all there, so that you’re not getting whipped back and forth between the past and present.” [54:59]* Connect with Christin Website: https://www.christinhenke.com Instagram: @christin.henke Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	11 Oct 2023	Ep. 76 A Conversation About Being a Sex Worker & Producing Sex Parties with Goddess Gem	00:39:19
Gem is a queer pro-domme BDSM educator, and marketing and events professional. She is a regular party producer at Hacienda, a community that celebrates sexuality, educates the curious, and creates opportunities to meet new friends and lovers. As a BDSM lifestyler, Gem is passionate about sex positivity. Her mission is to take the principles of sex positive lifestyles like healthy communication, self-expression, shame-busting, and radical acceptance and share them with the world. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Goddess Gem to talk about the stigma she faced leaving the corporate world for sex work, FemDoms and Dungeons, and finding clients. We also talk about the logistics of producing sex parties, working through clients’ fears and shame, and Gem’s important takeaways about sex work and sex parties. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:28] A bit about Gem. [02:09] Getting into sex work. [07:07] The stigma. [08:58] Leaving the corporate world. [14:27] FemDom and dungeons. [16:56] Finding clients. [18:32] Working through fear and shame. [20:02] Getting to where Gem is now. [27:29] Producing sex parties. [29:18] The vetting process. [33:49] The truth about sex work and sex parties. Quotes: *“It’s not free to do BDSM a lot of the time.” [05:13]* *“One thing that you have to accept, being a sex worker based out on the internet marketing themselves, is that you’re going to get outed at a certain point.” [08:14]* *“Our community is not just about sex, it’s about community.” [26:45]* *“Everyone knows what they’re doing, and that’s what makes it work.” [32:54]* *“Sex work is work. We are doing our jobs, and we should be respected like anybody else.” [34:22]* *“If you have anxiety, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be there.” [36:29]* Connect with Website: www.worshipgem.com. wearehacienda.com Instagram: @worship.gem. @haciendacommunity Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Article: How to Book a Provider. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	17 May 2023	Ep. 50: A Conversation About Taking Charge of Your Sexual Wellness with Kiana R	00:44:13
Kiana Reeves Bio Kiana Reeves is a teacher, practitioner, speaker, and leading voice in the sexual wellness movement. For over a decade, Kiana has been studying sex, embodiment, intimacy, pleasure, birth, and wellness. Her work in this field ultimately led her to join Foria as Chief Content Officer, where she has helped grow and shape the brand over the last five years. Her approach is wholistic, and includes the emotional, biological, social, and spiritual nature of sex and intimacy. She is a certified somatic sex educator & sexological bodyworker, embodiment and intimacy coach, certified full spectrum doula, and mother. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Kiana Reeves to talk about sexual wellness, how to prioritize sexual wellness, and how to support our relationship with pleasure. We also talk about CBD and sex, taking charge of our sexual wellness, and overcoming sexual shame. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:18] A bit about Kiana. [02:09] Foria Wellness. [04:31] Sexual wellness. [07:07] Prioritizing sexual wellness. [11:06] When you’re struggling to prioritize. [14:15] What we should know about sexual health. [20:52] Taking charge of your sexual wellness. [22:58] Supporting your own relationship with pleasure. [27:33] Why consider CBD in your sex life? [39:25] Sexual shame. Quotes: *“Your eroticism and your sexuality is your own.” [21:09]* *“If you don’t tend to it, nobody else will.” [21:45]* *“No matter what your sexual shame is, just know that we all have it.” [40:37]* Connect with Kiana Reeves Website: www.foriawellness.com. Instagram: @kiana.reeves. LinkedIn: Kiana Reeves. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	07 Jun 2023	Ep. 55: A Conversation About the Intersection of Body Image and Sex with Elle Chase	00:32:12
Elle Chase (she/her) is a certified sexologist known throughout the sexual health community for her respected voice as an influential thought leader, educator, and coach. Elle is the author of the highly regarded Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life, and her writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Huffington Post. As a sought-after expert and frequently quoted news source, her insights have appeared in international media and press, including The Today Show, Nightline, The New York Times, USA Today, The New York Post, and on podcasts and radio shows, including Sex with Emily, Savage Lovecast, and Loveline. Elle’s personal story of sexual self-discovery is chronicled in the documentary, “Inside Her Sex” by Sheona McDonald for Canadian Public Television. Elle is also known as the creator and curator of the critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning sensual images blog LadyCheeky.com (NSFW), which has been named “#1 Porn Site for Women” by Cosmopolitan and Huffington Post, and referenced, recommended, and lauded by the likes of Nightline, The New York Times, USA Today, Glamour, GQ, Redbook, Allure, Brides, and many more. Inspired by LadyCheeky.com’s success, Elle collaborated with SheVibe.com to create the #NSFW Totally Naughty Coloring Book, and the #NSFW Totally Curvy Coloring Book, featuring the sexy aesthetic that has made Lady Cheeky a hit. Elle lives in Los Angeles with her dog Hallerman where she coaches individuals, couples, and groups toward deeper intimacy, pleasurable sex, and a more empowered relationship with their bodies through a trauma-conversant, social/racial justice-informed, feminist, and intersectional lens. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Elle Chase to talk about her “satori”, the story behind LadyCheeky, and the drive and resistance towards casual sex. We also talk about body image and its effects on sexual exploration, how to replace our icky negative thoughts, and the necessary nuance in romance. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:10] A bit about Elle. [01:55] Elle’s awakening. [06:44] LadyCheeky. [11:06] The drive and resistance towards casual sex. [13:33] Romantic intent. [20:26] Body image and sexual exploration. [25:06] Replacing the icky thought. [27:09] Where to begin. [31:24] Elle’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“We accept the people we think we deserve.” [08:56]* *“I don’t think you can be a woman, grow up femme, and not have some body image issue.” [21:08]* *“It’s incredibly powerful to see yourself reflected back erotically by yourself.” [26:37]* *“A lot of the guilt holds us back from accepting ourselves and, therefore, accepting pleasure.” [29:09]* *“You are not what you think you look like all the time.” [31:31]* Connect with Elle Chase Website: www.ellechase.com. Instagram: @theellechase. YouTube: Elle Chase. Twitter: @theellechase. Facebook: theellechase. LinkedIn: Elle Chase. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources LadyCheeky (NSFW). Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	20 Sep 2023	Ep. 73 A Conversation About Porn Literacy & Masturbation with Jessica Drake	00:34:42
Jessica Drake is an award-winning American pornographic actress, writer, director, speaker, and sex educator. As a self-identified global humanitarian, it is jessica’s time invested in healing, working alongside, and educating the public of which she is most proud. Jessica brings erotic topics to life through intimate demonstrations performed by some of today's top adult stars in her self-directed, written, and produced “Jessica Drake’s Guide to Wicked Sex” series. Each edition intentionally addresses a different aspect of human sexuality and has earned recognition from AVN, XBIZ, and The Feminist Porn Awards. While Jessica is certainly a performer at heart, her passion for sex education, advocacy, and inclusion is just as potent. Her work as a public speaker takes her around the world, presenting at expos, retail outlets, and universities such as USC. Here, she speaks about sex, romance, and communication. Jessica also continues to be a paramount voice for sex workers globally; speaking at the Let Us Survive March, a rally for sex worker rights, and serving as a continuous sponsor of CatalystCon, one of the first summits for sex workers. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Jessica drake to talk about some of the myths around the porn industry, the stigma faced in the industry, and how to encourage porn literacy. We also talk about the link between porn and masturbation, why we should be using lube, and Jessica does a word association activity. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:07] A bit about Jessica. [06:08] Busting myths about the porn industry. [12:34] The stigma. [15:28] What is porn literacy? [18:21] A word association exercise. [24:37] The link between porn and masturbation. [32:22] Jessica’s final thoughts. Quotes: *“If people are talking badly about you, that’s on them.” [13:47]* *“One of the benefits of porn is, it can often normalize a type of sexual behavior for people.” [21:34]* *“Find what feels good and repeat.” [29:16]* Connect with jessica drake Website: jessicadrake.com. www.guidetowickedsex.com. Twitter: @thejessicadrake. Instagram: @jessicadrake. OnlyFans: @jessicadrake. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Fleshlight. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	05 Apr 2023	Ep. 46: A Conversation About Butt Stuff with Bobby Box	01:00:46
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Bobby Box to talk about Bobby’s journey with butt stuff, getting started with anal training, and long-term plug wearing. We also talk about the truth about douching, how sexual orientation became wrongly associated with anal play, and using suppositories vs lube. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:44] A bit about Bobby. [06:44] Bobby’s journey with butt stuff. [13:00] Where to start with anal training. [16:13] Maintenance. [19:31] Wearing a plug long-term. [23:39] Cleaning your toys. [28:28] The risk of douching. [32:59] Normalizing anal sex. [34:04] Anal play and sexual orientation. [42:41] Lube. [49:04] CBD suppositories. [56:39] Exploring anal with a partner(s). Quotes: *“The butt is a large room but there’s a small door.” [17:45]* *“If it was included in our sex education at all, it wouldn’t be considered taboo.” [33:07]* *“People have sexual orientations, not body parts.” [36:16]* *“For people with prostates, orgasms can be a third stronger.” [53:46]* *“Don’t let any outside influences shame you out of what you want to do sexually.” [59:12]* Connect with Bobby Box Website: bybobbybox.com. Instagram: @bybobbybox. Podcast: Bad In Bed. Twitter: @bybobbybox. TikTok: @bybobbybox. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources www.bvibe.com. Future Method Review. Butt Stuff 101 Workshop. Brands Discussed in Episode: Cake: https://rachelwrightnyc.com/tushcush Wicked: https://rachelwrightnyc.com/wickedjelle Foria: https://rachelwrightnyc.com/foria Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	03 Aug 2023	Ep. 66 A Conversation About Starting A Sexual Wellness Business in a Sex Negative World with Neil Mehta	00:40:16
Neil Mehta is a prominent figure in the sexual wellness industry. He has made significant achievements in this field, including starting his own company, Royal, which provides sexual wellness products. Neil's ethos/philosophy in the industry is to challenge stigma and assumptions, and to provide a better product. He believes that one's background or industry should not dictate how they are supposed to act or their level of sexuality. Neil aims to have an impact and open doors in the industry. In this episode of The Wright Conversations, host Rachel Wright interviews Neil, the founder of a sexual wellness company called Royal. They discuss the challenges of starting a sexual wellness business in a sex-negative world. Neil shares his personal background and how it led him to enter the sexual wellness industry. Tune in to hear his inspiring story and insights on navigating the complexities of capitalism and promoting sexual wellness in a society that often stigmatizes it. In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:02:26] Sexual education and societal norms. [00:04:20] Condom allergies and side effects. [00:09:23] Removing harmful condom ingredients. [00:12:09] Making condoms thinner. [00:17:08] Lack of education around anal play. [00:19:14] Censorship and creativity. [00:22:28] Embracing the condom business. [00:26:11] Openness about sexual health. [00:29:19] Unhealthy comparisons and sexual marketing. [00:33:07] Everything is connected. [00:38:31] Treat sexual health like lifestyle. The listener will learn about starting a sexual wellness business in a sex-negative world, the challenges of navigating societal norms and marketing in the sexual wellness industry, the lack of sexual education and knowledge on sexual wellness products, the negative effects of casein in condoms and the benefits of using healthier alternatives, the importance of creating a thinner and more comfortable condom, the mission of the brand Royal to create a gender-neutral and inclusive product line for sexual wellness, the lack of education around sexual health and the importance of condom usage for anal sex, the personal barriers and pushback faced when starting a sexual wellness business, the challenges and barriers faced in starting a condom business, the challenges faced by the speaker's business during COVID and supply chain issues, the interconnectedness of mental health, sexual health, and overall well-being, the importance of open dialogue and transparency in business, the evolution of the brand name "Royal Condoms," the evolution of a condom product into a brand focused on "Royal Intimacy," the importance of open communication and dialogue in relationships, and the importance of treating sexual health with care and consideration. Quotes: 00:04:55 - "And I started to also realize that the female body or women's bodies are very unique and they're very like, they're more prone to change, especially when you're using a particular product, whether it's like a face cream or makeup or it's a body wash or a condom or anything related to your body, there's a lot more changes that happen." 00:06:44 - "A lot of people just don't even know how to put one on." 00:10:31 - "Oh, totally. And then also like not even that, especially for any of the vulva owners of the vagina havers, like they if you don't clean up properly after sex or after intimacy while using a condom that has that stuff, it can actually harm you over time." 00:14:39 - "It's not like for her pleasure, for his pleasure." 00:17:51 - "So having someone be like, hi, I have this condom that isn't going to give you a yeast infection is like, oh my God." 00:20:53 - "I feel like I'm just as sexual as the other guy, but I just saw an opportunity to provide a better product." 00:33:43 - "But if you don't know how to use the toy or connect with your partner and communicate, there's a lot of disconnect to get to that end goal of having that ultimate euphoric experience." Connect with Neil Mehta Website: alwaysberoyal.com Instagram: @neil_x_m Tiktok: @neilxm Youtube: Neil Mehta Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	11 Jan 2023	Ep. 34: A Conversation About Feeling Sexy & Comfortable on Camera with Crystal and Raj	00:49:00
Crystal Rose O’Connor Bio Crystal Rose O’Connor is a somatic intimacy coach, intimacy director, performer, and food lover. Crystal’s mission is to make sure other people feel seen and legitimized, each with a story worth telling. Crystal received training in Sexology at The Somatica Institute, learning the art of deep healing, communication, kink, trauma release, conflict resolution, healthy attachment, open relationships, and embodiment. Raj Bandyopadhyay Bio Raj Bandyopadhyay is a personal branding photographer and artist. Prior to joining the art and photography world, Raj earned a PhD in Computer Science and worked as a software engineer and data scientist. In 2017, when his spouse came out as transgender and started transitioning, Raj began his own soul-searching journey, and transitioned into his photography career. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Crystal O’Connor and Raj Bandyopadhyay to talk about insecurities between sex and photography, how to work through perfectionism, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. Crystal and Raj also talk about the benefits of utilizing containers and somatic tools, and what people can do start feeling more comfortable on camera. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:48] A bit about Crystal. [02:21] A bit about Raj. [03:56] How Crystal and Raj connected. [05:55] Common insecurities between sex and photography. [13:50] Working through perfectionism. [19:12] Overcoming self-limiting beliefs in clients. [27:44] The most common hurdles that people face. [28:45] Safe containers from the world of BDSM. [30:26] How using these tools transform people. [35:13] Who needs to have these experience? [42:25] Words of wisdom. Quotes: *“Your vulnerability makes you relatable, and it’s better for your brand.” [10:11]* *“Shoulds are about perfectionism, which is the opposite of vulnerability.” [10:37]* *“If we never did anything that was uncomfortable, none of us would ever have sex for the first time.” [26:05]* *“Do it because you want it and because you think it will be fun, even if no one ever sees them.” [39:22]* Connect with Crystal Rose O’Connor Email: crystal@yourbodyyourstory.net. Website: yourbodyyourstory.net. Connect with Raj Bandyopadhyay Website: www.seriesaphotography.com. LinkedIn: Raj Bandyopadhyay. Instagram: @seriesaphotography. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	26 Jul 2023	Ep. 64 A Conversation About Getting in Touch with Your Desires with Lia Avellino	00:43:38
This episode is sponsored by Beducated : https://beducate.me/pd2327-wrightconversation Lia Love Avellino is a somatic and relational psychotherapist, published sex and relationship author, facilitator, community organizer, and Co-Founder of Spoke Circles, a mental and emotional wellness space that provides therapy and group support with the goal of destigmatizing vulnerability and mental health care. She is a monthly contributor to Well+Good, and she has appeared in Glamour, Elle, The American Journal of Sexuality Education, BestLife, Motherly, CNBC’s MakeIt, The Tamron Hall Show, and Men’s Health. While she was managing a national component of President Obama’s initiative to reduce teen pregnancy, she was awarded for her innovative research and excellence in the provision of therapeutic care to vulnerable populations. Lia holds a BA in Ethnic, Cultural, Minority, Gender, and Group Studies from New York University, and an MSc in Social Work with Distinction from Columbia University. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Lia Avellino to talk about the power of group support, the messy nature of our desires, and finding the middle gray area. We also talk about knowing when it’s time to quit, finding and exploring the sensation of aliveness, and the truth about desires and guilt. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:47] A bit about Lia. [04:16] The power of group support. [07:59] Defining desire. [09:57] Some of Lia’s desires. [11:27] Why we deprive ourselves of our desires. [16:44] Desire requires some loss. [17:32] Finding the messy middle. [23:13] Intuition vs past trauma. [28:57] Sexual desire and aliveness. [33:45] The sexual relationship with self. [36:02] Desire and guilt. [37:54] Lia’s advice to parents. Quotes: “A lot of times, we learn that our desires are akin to indulgence or selfishness.” [12:39] “Being lost is a valid part of every desire journey.” [21:35] “Someone’s sexual relationship with themselves is not a threat to their sexual relationship with them.” [34:33] “Resentment is actually a function of envy.” [35:19] “Somebody told parents that denying ourselves was good for our kids.” [39:17] “Being able to model messiness is a responsibility.” [41:50] Connect with Lia Avellino Website: www.lialoveavellino.com. www.spokecircles.com. Instagram: @lialoveavellino. @spokecircles. LinkedIn: Lia Avellino. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 Aug 2022	Ep. 2 - A Conversation About Making Peace with Your Past with Amber Lilyestrom	00:44:18
Amber Lilyestrom is a business mentor, branding expert, author and speaker. Her work has been featured by Forbes, Entrepreneur, Mind Valley and Working Mother Magazine. She is the host of The Amber Lilyestrom Show podcast and author of books Master Your Money Mind and Paddle Home. Amber helps coaches & creatives help more people and make more money by changing the way they think and show up in their businesses. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I am joined by Amber Lilyestrom, transformational branding strategist and business coach, author, and speaker. We talk about making peace with the past, the complexity of relationships, and intimacy. Amber also talks about client-relationships, the value of self-compassion, and get Amber’s valuable advice to anyone struggling to make peace with their past. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [05:23] What it means to make peace with your past. [08:23] Picking apart the pieces. [11:59] From mantra to embodiment. [16:32] Making peace with past stuff. [26:10] Sharing important parts of ourselves. [29:43] The tricky side of client-relationships. [35:50] Where to start to make peace with your past. Quotes: *“No amount of remembering the better things will make the bad ones go away.” [08:00]* *“I can’t get to emotional intimacy in a safe way with others if I’m not willing to have it with myself.” [26:49]* *“Every single day, we have the opportunity to be new.” [36:23]* *“Self-compassion is the linchpin. It’s the thing that is going to free you from the past.” [40:35]* Connect with Amber Website: https://www.amberlilyestrom.com LinkedIn: Amber Lilyestrom Facebook: Amber Lilyestrom Instagram: Amber Lilyestrom Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	24 Aug 2022	Ep. 4 - A Conversation About My Journey into Non-Monogamy	00:25:35
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I will be sharing my journey into non-monogamy. I will be talking about my journey from monogamy to non-monogamy, exploring my sexuality, and the moment I was set free. I also look back at some of my diary entries, the experience of simply being myself, and now living my life without restrictions. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:30] Non-monogamy as an orientation. [07:27] June 18th, 2003. [14:45] Simply being myself. [16:30] Serial monogamy. [17:46] Committing to one food at a buffet. [18:38] Learning about non-monogamy. [19:26] My journey with Kyle. [21:40] Rereading my diary and setting myself free. [23:21] Becoming a four-person family. Quotes: *“In order to explore my sexuality and sexual orientation, I broke up with multiple people of multiple genders, simply because I thought I couldn’t date more than one person at a time.” [17:17]* *“I didn’t learn what non-monogamy was until I was in a class called Relationship Therapy in my Masters Program.” [18:43]* *“I set myself free” [22:18]* Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	28 Sep 2022	Ep 18: A Conversation About Being an Artist (and Staying Sane) in 2022 with Justin Guarini	00:53:21
Justin Bell Guarini’s robust performance career launched with the first season of American Idol in 2002. His stage and screen appearances since then include Broadway productions of American Idiot, InTransit, Paint Your Wagon, Romeo and Juliet, Wicked, and Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. Justin has hosted nationally broadcasted shows like Idol Wrap and Idol Tonight along with live red carpet events for the TV Guide Network, the Oscars, the Emmys, and the Grammys. He continues to reprise his role as the lovable “Lil’ Sweet” in the award winning national commercial campaign for Diet Dr. Pepper. In 2019, Justin founded The Warrior Artist Alliance (Warrior Artist Empire LLC) to help performers achieve the success they deserve in a challenging industry. He shares his tips, tricks, breadth of experience, and warrior mindset with a community of performers through podcasts, his best selling book “Audition Secrets”, blogs, and dynamic training programs. Justin is dedicated to his loving family; his wife, daughter, and sons make up his happy home. It is here that he draws his support and the desire to live his best life. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Justin Bell Guarini to talk about the artistic transition since 2020, navigating family life and becoming a mentor, and the value of investing in yourself. Justin also talks about overcoming resistance, the importance of serving others, and finding your self-confidence. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [04:36] Who is Justin Guarini? [08:28] Justin’s long-awaited theatre show. [12:44] Navigating the transition since 2020. [19:20] Family life and becoming a mentor. [25:14] Taking care of oneself when the inclination is to take care of others. [34:46] Justin’s advice for when you’re feeling resistance. [42:01] Working with Justin. [44:28] Justin’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“When you begin to invest in yourself, it begins to multiply.” [33:43]* *“Better questions lead to better answers.” [35:39]* *“My advice for you is to lean into the resistance.” [34:53]* *“Stop trying to shove the feelings that you’re having down. Your feelings, your thoughts are valid.” [38:55]* *“You don’t need to have been born with it, you don’t need to have gone to school for it, and you dont need to have 10/20/30 years of experience in order to be confident in it.” [46:11]* *“Self-confidence just means confiding in yourself, trusting in yourself.” [47:00]* *“Other people don’t see us through their eyes. They see us through our eyes.” [47:58]* *“That ability to have self-confidence is built on the back of failure.” [49:06]* Connect with Justin Guarini Website: https://www.justinguarini.com Instagram: @justinguarini Twitter: @justinguarini LinkedIn: Justin Guarini Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.
	09 Aug 2023	Ep. 67 A Conversation About Self-Compassion and Mindfulness with Gianna Lalota	00:34:26
Gianna LaLota is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, based in New York. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trial-Based Cognitive Therapy (TBCT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness. She holds a BA in Psychology from Boston College, and a Master’s Degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She is also a licensed yoga teacher, a certified Reiki Level II practitioner, and is currently completing her certification in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) from The American Institute of Health Care Professionals. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Gianna LaLota to talk about the definitions of mindfulness and self-compassion, the distinction between thoughts and feelings, and bridging the gap between mindfulness and self-compassion. We also talk about how we can cultivate self-compassion in our lives, why we tend to overidentify our emotions, and how to start with loving-kindness meditations. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:44] A bit about Gianna. [03:42] Defining mindfulness. [06:08] Mindfulness in practice. [07:52] What it looks like to be non-judgmental. [10:49] Separating thoughts and feelings. [14:37] The benefits of trying to be mindful. [19:00] What it means to overidentify emotions. [20:18] The bridge between mindfulness and self-compassion. [21:28] Defining self-compassion. [23:06] How to cultivate self-compassion. [28:43] Gianna’s advice. [31:09] Loving-kindness meditations. Quotes: “Talk therapy is not the only thing that is going to help move someone forward.” [02:59] “Mindfulness is a prerequisite for CBT.” [07:15] “Curiosity is the antidote to judgment and shame.” [10:12] “A feeling can generally be distilled down to one word, whereas a thought is going to be longer, it’s going to be a statement.” [12:46] “The true self is compassionate.” [27:17] “The biggest barrier for people, when it comes to cultivating self-compassion, are these ‘positive beliefs’ that they have about self-criticism.” [28:07] Connect with Gianna LaLota Website: www.nyccognitivetherapy.com. Instagram: @mindfultherapynyc. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Self-Compassion, by Dr. Kristin Neff. Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION. Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	15 Mar 2023	Ep. 43: A Conversation About The Mental Health Benefits of Flower Arranging with Talia Boone	00:27:13
Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Talia Boone to talk about flower arranging as a stress relief, how we can improve our mental health by working with flowers, and how to get started. Talia also talks about who can benefit from this, how kids experience arranging versus adults, and the importance of prioritizing our emotional and mental wellbeing. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:11] A bit about Talia. [03:13] Postal Petals. [11:40] The mental health benefits of flower arranging. [15:19] Talia’s advice. [19:00] Is flower arranging for you? [22:06] Where to start. [25:24] Talia’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“The system is not at all broken. It’s operating exactly as it’s intended to.” [05:16]* *“Center your self-care.” [25:33]* *“All of us need it, but very few of us take the time to prioritize it.” [26:02]* Connect with Talia Boone Website: www.postalpetals.com. Instagram: @PostalPetals. Facebook: Postal Petals. Twitter: @PostalPetals. Pinterest: @PostalPetals. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20 WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.
	09 Nov 2022	Ep. 25: A Conversation About Finding the Right Therapist for You with Melissa Fulgieri	00:37:58
Working as a therapist for over 10 years, Melissa has helped her clients gain greater insights into themselves, allowing them to reach their full potential on their path to self-sufficiency. During the pandemic, Melissa started her private practice and published her first book, The Couples Therapy Activity Book, a book aimed at helping people in relationships build and deepen their intimacy with one another. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Melissa Fulgieri to talk about how to go about finding the right therapist in today’s informed culture, figuring out your ‘why’, and which red flags to look for when searching for therapists. Melissa also talks about being open about therapy on social media, having shared lived experiences, and taking an active approach to care. Let’s delve in! In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:55] A bit about Melissa. [02:37] The Couples Therapy Activity Book. [04:54] Melissa’s first thoughts on this topic. [06:18] Finding the right fit in today’s culture. [08:15] Where do you start? [10:26] Translating your ‘why’ into your search. [12:26] Therapist red flags. [15:38] Sharing on social media. [21:33] Finding therapists through different routes. [25:53] Gender, race, and sexual orientation. [35:58] Melissa’s words of wisdom. Quotes: *“We’re in a time right now in our culture where we have the most informed consumers of therapy.” [05:30]* *“People are much more open about the fact that they go to therapy or have sought out therapy.” [14:37]* *“We cannot be a good fit for everyone.” [20:39]* *“You should tap into your community first.” [22:04]* *“Just because you’re part of the same group, doesn’t mean you have the same lived experience.” [28:23]* *“Interview your therapist even harder than you would interview a first date.” [34:02]* *“Listen to yourself.” [35:13]* Connect with Melissa Fulgieri Website: www.melissafulgieri.com. Instagram: @melissafulgierillc. Connect with Rachel Wright Website: https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram: @thewright_rachel Twitter: @thewrightrachel Resources Couples Therapy Activity Book, by Melissa Fulgieri LCSW. WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK! Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel Get your Zumio Discount! Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.

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