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  • 044. Masculine. Feminine. Wounded. Embodied. Which One Is Running You?
    May 29 2026
    What if the reason your relationship lost its spark isn't about compatibility — it's about polarity? In this solo episode, Rose breaks down the four core energetic archetypes living inside every human being, and why understanding them is the key to reigniting erotic charge, emotional intimacy, and aliveness in your body and relationships. In this episode:
    • What erotic energy actually is — and why it has nothing to do with sex (it's your life force)
    • The Wounded Masculine & Wounded Feminine — the subtle, everyday patterns most people never recognize in themselves
    • The Embodied Masculine & Embodied Feminine — what they feel like, how to develop them, and why the dance between the two creates real intimacy
    • Why polarity collapses in long-term relationships — and the exact dynamic that turns partners into roommates
    • How to consciously move between masculine and feminine energy — practical tools for daily life, the bedroom, and your nervous system
    Timestamps
    00:00 Show Premise and Taboo Talk
    01:39 Why Polarity Matters
    05:08 Erotic Energy Reframed
    09:23 Polarity Collapse in Relationships
    12:19 Wounded Masculine Patterns
    18:06 Wounded Feminine Patterns
    22:42 Embodied Masculine Strength
    25:37 Integrating Both Energies
    27:27 Embodied Masculine Basics
    28:03 Boundaries and Morning Discipline
    29:36 Structure That Allows
    30:33 Embodied Feminine Energy
    31:23 Somatics and Surrender
    32:53 Receiving Love and Pleasure
    35:25 Where Wounds Begin
    36:41 Personal Wound Stories
    39:56 Patterns and Reframing
    43:27 Spectrums and Calling In
    46:45 Polarity Practices for Life
    49:42 Closing Reflection

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  • 043. Inside The Play - Sex Parties, Consent & Erotic Art with Michael Hollis
    May 3 2026
    Inside The Play: Sex Parties, Consent & Erotic Art with Michael HollisIn this episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong sits down with Michael Hollis, founder and creative director of The Play LA, for a taboo-breaking conversation about sex parties, consent, erotic art, play communities, nervous system safety, and what it means to create a truly ethical erotic space. Michael shares the vision behind The Play LA, a sex-positive community that blends art, intimacy, play, performance, connection, and erotic expression in a way that feels intentional, creative, and deeply human. Together, Rose and Michael explore what makes The Play different from traditional sex parties, why consent education matters, how STI testing creates safer spaces, and why erotic environments can become powerful spaces for self-discovery, vulnerability, and transformation.This episode is for anyone who has ever been curious about sex parties, play parties, ethical non-monogamy, erotic community, or how to explore sexuality in a way that feels safer, more intentional, more artistic, and more connected. In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhat The Play LA is and how Michael created itWhy sex parties do not have to feel dark, unsafe, or disconnectedThe difference between a traditional sex party and an intentional play partyHow The Play blends sex, art, performance, creativity, and communityWhy Michael says, “You are not just the audience. You are the art.”How vulnerability creates deeper connectionWhy The Play has no phones, no money, and no hierarchyThe importance of STI testing and knowing your statusWhy condoms, barriers, lube, wet wipes, and sanitation stations matterHow The Play uses interviews, applications, and consent conversations to create safer spacesWhat enthusiastic consent looks like in a play party environmentHow to receive a “no” without making it personalWhy “thank you for taking care of yourself” can change the nervous systemThe six-foot consent rule and why watching requires consent tooThe power of eye gazing and nonverbal connectionDIBS: desires, intentions, boundaries, and sexualityWhy speaking your desires out loud can help them become realWhy boundaries are essential in erotic spacesHow play parties can support healing, liberation, exploration, and connectionWhy erotic expression can feel deeply relaxing when shame is removedHow The Play supports single women, couples, first-timers, and experienced playersWhy kindness is the currency inside The Play communityHow The Play creates events like Ren Fair, The Matrix, and Play CampWhy sex-positive community can become a powerful form of sexual education00:00 Introduction to Sex Parties and The Play LA01:30 Meet Michael Hollis03:00 The Vision Behind The Play05:30 Sex, Art, Vulnerability, and Connection08:00 Redefining What a Play Party Can Be10:00 No Phones, No Money, No Hierarchy12:30 What Makes The Play Feel Different15:00 Creating Safety Before the Party Begins17:00 Applications, Interviews, and Vetting19:00 STI Testing and Ethical Non-Monogamy22:00 Happy Hour, Closed Containers, and Nervous System Safety24:00 Consent Talk and Enthusiastic Yes26:00 How to Receive a No29:00 The Six-Foot Consent Rule31:00 Eye Gazing and Nonverbal Connection34:00 DIBS: Desires, Intentions, Boundaries, and Sexuality38:00 Speaking Desires Out Loud40:00 Boundaries, Trauma, and Transformation43:00 Why The Play Feels Safer Than a Bar46:00 Harm Reduction and Accountability49:00 Power Dynamics and Team Integrity52:00 Going to The Play as a Single Woman55:00 Erotic Art, Fantasy, and Live Experiences58:00 Coffee, Tea, Flogging, Fire, and Sensual Activations61:00 Upcoming Events: Ren Fair, The Matrix, and Play Camp64:00 How to Find The Play LA66:00 Closing ReflectionsMichael Hollis is the founder and creative director of The Play, an intentional play party and erotic arts community based in Los Angeles. Through The Play, Michael creates immersive experiences that blend sex, art, performance, vulnerability, connection, and consent-centered community. His work is rooted in creating safer erotic spaces where people can explore desire, boundaries, intimacy, creativity, and self-expression without shame. The Play is known for its intentional vetting process, STI testing requirements, consent education, artistic performances, immersive themes, and deeply welcoming culture.Website:https://www.theplay.la/Instagram: @theplay.laHost Info Rose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, vibrant health, nervous system regulation, taboo topics, and the conversations our culture often avoids.Website:https://www.roseheartsong.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/roseheartsong/Listen If You’re Curious AboutWhat happens at a sex party?What is a play party?How do I go to a sex party safely?What is The Play LA?How does consent work at a play party?What does ethical non-monogamy look like in practice?How...
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  • 042. What It’s Like to Work with a Sex Coach and Build a Lifestyle Community with Lawrence Mike and Regina Williams
    May 2 2026
    What It’s Like to Work with a Sex Coach and Build a Lifestyle Community with Lawrence Mike and Regina WilliamsIn this episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong sits down with Lawrence and Regina, co-founders of LS Playground, for an honest, intimate, and taboo-breaking conversation about sex coaching, conscious communication, lifestyle communities, play parties, kink, body confidence, sobriety, trust, and what it actually looks like for a couple to do the deeper work together.Lawrence and Regina share what it has been like to work with Rose as their sex and intimacy coach, how their communication has evolved, and how conscious sexuality has helped them deepen their relationship, build trust, and explore desire with more honesty. Together, they unpack the difference between sex, play, lifestyle, community, and intentional erotic exploration.This episode is for couples who are curious about working with a sex coach, exploring the lifestyle, communicating their desires more honestly, or understanding what happens when love, trust, erotic play, and radical honesty come together.In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhat it is actually like to work with a sex coachWhy communication is one of the biggest challenges in intimacyHow kink can support mental health, embodiment, and deeper self-awarenessLawrence’s journey from growing up in South Central LA to corporate America, self-development, therapy, and conscious leadershipRegina’s journey through weight loss, sobriety, body confidence, healing, and learning how to receiveWhy sex can be both deeply beautiful and deeply charged with shame or traumaHow couples can learn to communicate without attacking or defendingThe difference between wanting to be right and wanting to be lovingWhy tone, body language, and emotional safety matter in relationship conversationsWhat the “lifestyle” means and why Lawrence and Regina prefer that word over “swinging”What happens at play parties and lifestyle eventsThe difference between play, sex, voyeurism, exhibitionism, soft swap, full swap, and conscious explorationWhy lifestyle communities can create friendship, intimacy, and chosen familyHow bringing others into a relationship can sometimes deepen trust when done with honesty and clear agreementsBody insecurity, jealousy, and learning how to communicate through triggersWhy sober exploration can change what desire feels likeThe importance of vetting, safety, intention, and community inside lifestyle spacesHow LS Playground creates events for connection, music, play, and conscious communityWhy men need spaces to grow, take accountability, and become better partners00:00 Show Intro and KXFM Disclaimer01:30 What Is Sex Ritual Radio?02:30 Meet Lawrence and Regina04:00 What It’s Like Working with Rose06:30 Kink, Mental Health, and Exploring the Body08:00 Lawrence’s Story: From South Central to Self-Leadership11:00 Trust, Therapy, and Doing the Work as a Man13:00 Regina’s Story: Weight Loss, Sobriety, and Healing16:00 Sexual Trauma, Safety, and Speaking the Truth20:00 Learning to Communicate Differently23:00 Right vs Loving25:00 Tone, Defensiveness, and Emotional Safety28:00 Desires, Threesomes, and Intentional Play31:00 Sapiosexuality, Demisexuality, and Attraction35:00 What Does “Lifestyle” Mean?39:00 Play Parties, Soft Swap, Full Swap, and Community43:00 Conscious Non-Monogamy and Trust47:00 Body Insecurity, Jealousy, and Desire51:00 LS Playground Events and Community55:00 Music, Game Nights, and Optional Play58:00 Final Message for Men60:00 Closing ReflectionsLawrence is a thinker, creator, and co-founder of LS Playground. He came from the hood, did time as a juvenile, moved through corporate America, and learned how to navigate rooms many people from where he is from never get to see. After years of performing strength, he is now committed to honesty, therapy, accountability, and leading with something real. He is a student of himself and devoted to doing the work.Regina leads with her heart. She has lost over 130 pounds, walked away from chaos, gotten sober from alcohol, and built something real with a man she loves inside a relationship that does not look like anything they were taught to want. Music has always moved her, and she has found that shared passion in her partner. She is still on her journey of discovering her body, her power, and the best version of herself. She is co-founder of LS Playground and Love It or Like It, a woman becoming.Together, Lawrence and Regina are the co-founders of LS Playground, a lifestyle community rooted in connection, music, conscious exploration, and intentional play.Website:members.thelsplayground.comInstagram:@We_are_LandRegina@ThelsplaygroundRose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, vibrant health, nervous system regulation, taboo topics, and the conversations our culture often avoids.Website:https://...
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  • 041. Coffee as Medicine- Ritual, Intimacy & Conscious Coffee with Jose Zambrano
    May 1 2026
    Coffee as Medicine: Ritual, Intimacy & Conscious Coffee with Jose ZambranoIn this episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong sits down with coffee expert, author, and conscious coffee ritualist Jose Zambrano for a rich and soulful conversation about coffee as medicine, coffee as ritual, and coffee as a bridge to intimacy, creativity, spirituality, and connection.After spending the day together at World of Coffee in San Diego, Rose and Jose explore the deeper world of conscious coffee, from coffee’s origins as a spiritual practice to the way it can become part of morning rituals, manifestation, connection, sensuality, and even aftercare.Together, they challenge the polarized conversation around coffee as either an addictive drug or something “bad,” and instead invite listeners into a more intentional relationship with this powerful plant medicine.This episode is for anyone who loves coffee, wants to create a more intentional morning ritual, or is curious about the hidden spiritual, sensual, and cultural history behind one of the world’s most beloved drinks.In This Episode, We Talk AboutCoffee as medicine and why that idea can feel tabooJose’s journey from opening a coffee shop in Costa Rica to writing his bookHow coffee can become a conscious spiritual practiceWhy coffee is more than caffeineThe difference between unconscious coffee consumption and intentional ritualCoffee’s connection to creativity, energy, and manifestationThe origins of coffee and the Ethiopian coffee ceremonyWhy coffee has historically been connected to prayer, devotion, conversation, and revolutionCoffee as a plant medicineHow coffee can amplify your current emotional stateWhy your morning coffee ritual can shape your entire dayRose’s superfood coffee ritual and how she chooses herbs based on how she wants to feelShatavari, cordyceps, collagen, fats, minerals, and intentional coffee additionsWhy coffee can be a bridge to intimacyCoffee dates as a safe first-date ritualCoffee as aftercare after intimacyHow coffee creates connection between strangers, lovers, friends, and collaboratorsWhat Rose and Jose experienced at World of Coffee in San DiegoJose’s book A Way of CafeThe four elements of making a great cup of coffeeHow to make coffee more intentional, sensual, and sacred00:00 Coffee as Medicine on Sex Ritual Radio01:30 Meet Jose Zambrano03:00 Opening a Coffee Shop in Costa Rica05:30 From Coffee Business to Spiritual Practice08:00 Coffee as a Daily Ritual10:30 How Rose and Jose Met13:00 Coffee, Spirituality, and Conscious Consumption15:00 Coffee’s Origins and Ethiopian Legends18:00 Coffee as a Fruit, Seed, and Plant Medicine21:00 The Coffee Process from Cherry to Cup24:00 Coffee’s Spiritual Roots27:00 Coffee, Anxiety, and Emotional State30:00 Jose’s Three-Step Conscious Coffee Practice34:00 Rose’s Superfood Coffee Ritual37:00 Fats, Espresso, Polyphenols, and Energy39:00 Shilajit, Minerals, and Libido41:00 Coffee, Intimacy, and Aftercare45:00 Coffee Dates and Erotic Connection48:00 Coffee as a Bridge to Connection51:00 World of Coffee San Diego54:00 Jose’s Book and Coffee Ceremonies57:00 The Four Elements of Great Coffee60:00 Final Reflections and ClosingJose Zambrano is a coffee expert, author, and conscious coffee ritualist who seeks to empower individuals through intentional coffee procedures and rituals. His work is rooted in the belief that the intention we bring to each step of the coffee-making process elevates the final outcome: a magical cup of coffee and a life well lived.Through his book, teachings, and coffee experiences, Jose invites people to slow down, connect with the medicine of coffee, and transform an everyday habit into a conscious ritual for creativity, connection, and presence.Website:www.callmej.worldInstagram:@callmej.worldYouTube:@injoycafehttps://youtube.com/@injoycafe?si=PDtGU57q_pSW546GBook:A Way of Cafe by Jose Zambranohttps://www.amazon.com/Way-Cafe-Jose-Zambrano/dp/B0DFCVZ6B5/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8#aw-udpv3-customer-reviews_feature_divRose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, vibrant health, nervous system regulation, taboo topics, and the conversations our culture often avoids.Website:https://www.roseheartsong.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/roseheartsong/Listen If You’re Curious AboutCan coffee be medicine?How do I make coffee more intentional?What is a coffee ritual?What is the spiritual history of coffee?Can coffee be part of manifestation?Why does coffee make some people anxious?How can I use coffee to feel more grounded?What is an Ethiopian coffee ceremony?How can coffee create intimacy?Can coffee be part of aftercare?What are the four elements of great coffee?How do superfoods and herbs work with coffee?Quote From the Episode“Coffee is a bridge to connection.”This episode is for educational, spiritual, and personal reflection purposes only...
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  • 040.Boundaries, Requests & Self-Trust in Love and Intimacy Solo Episode with Rose Heartsong
    Apr 30 2026
    Boundaries, Requests & Self-Trust in Love and IntimacyIn this solo episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong opens an honest and deeply personal conversation about boundaries, requests, expectations, intuition, nervous system regulation, and what it actually means to honor yourself in love and intimacy.Rose breaks down the difference between a boundary and control, why so many people confuse the two, and how unspoken expectations can quietly destroy connection, romance, polarity, and erotic trust. She explores how the body communicates through tension, anxiety, contraction, expansion, desire, and intuition, and why learning to listen to your nervous system is essential for healthy relationships.This episode is for anyone who has ever abandoned themselves to keep a relationship, struggled to ask clearly for what they need, confused chemistry with compatibility, or felt their body saying no before their mind was ready to listen.In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhy boundaries are not the same as controlHow to know when you are making a request versus placing an expectationWhy unspoken expectations create resentmentHow your nervous system communicates through the bodyThe difference between expansion and contraction in relationshipsWhy anxiety can be a red flag from the bodyHow to make clear requests in dating and partnershipWhy “you should have known” destroys intimacyHow to stop abandoning yourself to keep connectionWhy chemistry does not always mean compatibilityThe difference between intensity and intimacyHow to know when to stay and when to walk awayWhy emotional availability matters more than potentialHow self-trust becomes real through follow-throughRose’s personal story of ending a dating dynamic with clarity, care, and self-respectHow to leave a relationship without making someone the villainWhy the right partner should support your nervous system, not constantly dysregulate itHow to choose relationships based on character, consistency, and emotional availability00:00 Show Intro and Grounding Breath02:00 Nervous System Awareness04:00 Listening to the Body06:00 Turn-On, Power, and Erotic Aliveness08:30 What Are Boundaries?10:00 Boundaries vs Control12:30 Raised Voices, Texting, and Emotional Safety15:00 Why Boundaries Require Follow-Through17:00 Requests vs Expectations20:00 How to Make a Clear Request23:00 Unspoken Expectations in Dating and Sex25:30 Listening to Intuition28:00 Expansion vs Contraction30:00 Chemistry vs Compatibility32:00 Choosing Character and Consistency34:00 Rose’s Personal Dating Story38:00 Long Distance, Roses, and Unmet Requests42:00 Anxiety as a Body Signal45:00 Ending a Dynamic with Love and Clarity49:00 Self-Trust, Integration, and Relationship Standards52:00 Closing ReflectionsRose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, vibrant health, nervous system regulation, taboo topics, and the conversations our culture often avoids.Website:https://www.roseheartsong.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/roseheartsong/Listen If You’re Curious AboutWhat is a real boundary?What is the difference between boundaries and control?How do I ask for what I need without sounding demanding?Why do I keep abandoning myself in relationships?How do I know if my body is saying no?What is the difference between chemistry and compatibility?How do I know when to stay or leave?Why do unspoken expectations create resentment?How can I build more self-trust in dating?How do I end a relationship with love and respect?Quote From the Episode“Your body is never confused. Your mind gets confused. Your mind is always negotiating what your body already knows.”This episode is for educational and personal reflection purposes only. It is not medical, therapeutic, or mental health advice. If you are experiencing ongoing anxiety, trauma, relationship distress, or nervous system dysregulation, please seek support from a qualified therapist, doctor, or mental health professional.✨ Resources & Special Offers ✨🌹 Explore more at www.roseheartsong.com🛏 Splash Blanket - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://splashblanket.us/ 🍑 Yoni Pleasure Palace - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://yonipleasurepalace.com/🌱 Purium - $50 gift card with code FOLLOWYOURHEARTSONG → https://ishoppurium.com/
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  • 039. Porn, Male Dominance & Conscious Kink- A Sex Worker’s Perspective With Anthony Blackheart
    Apr 29 2026
    Porn, Male Dominance & Conscious Kink: A Sex Worker’s PerspectiveEpisode DescriptionIn this episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong sits down with Anthony Blackheart, a male sex worker, adult content creator, and professional Dom, for a raw and honest conversation about porn, intimacy, BDSM, dominance, brat taming, sex work, and what it actually means to create erotic safety.Together, they explore the difference between mainstream porn and more intimate adult content, how pornography shapes modern sex education, why so many people struggle with real-life intimacy, and how conscious kink can become a place of communication, embodiment, leadership, and healing.This conversation is for anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes psychology of the adult industry, the difference between toxic performance and authentic erotic connection, and how dominance can be practiced with consent, presence, and responsibility.In This Episode, We Talk AboutAnthony’s experience as a male sex worker, adult content creator, and professional DomThe difference between mainstream porn and amateur/intimate adult contentWhy porn has become one of the main sources of sex educationHow porn can distort expectations around sex, performance, pleasure, and intimacyThe difference between performative sex and real erotic connectionPorn addiction, overconsumption, erectile dysfunction, and intimacy challengesWhy shame around sexuality creates deeper fractures in our cultureThe difference between domination, aggression, and erotic leadershipWhat it means to be a conscious DomHow safety, consent, negotiation, and safe words create the foundation for BDSMThe difference between a Dom who leads for their partner and a Dom who dominates for egoBrat taming, playful resistance, and power dynamicsWhy some men shut down when women test or challenge themHow men can build confidence, presence, and grounded masculine leadershipWhy physical training, martial arts, breathwork, and cold plunging can support nervous system regulationHow kink can become a container for healing, communication, and deeper intimacyWhy dominance does not have to be extreme, scary, or abusiveThe importance of men doing their inner work, building themselves, and learning how to lead with integrity00:00 Show Intro and Mission01:00 Meeting Anthony Blackheart at AVN02:00 What Kind of Sex Work Anthony Does04:00 Mainstream Porn vs Intimate Content06:30 Porn as Modern Sex Education09:00 The Problem With Performative Sex12:00 Porn Industry Statistics and Cultural Impact15:00 Sexual Shame, Religion, and Desire18:00 Porn Addiction and Overconsumption21:00 Erectile Dysfunction and Performance Pressure24:00 Different Types of Sex and Erotic Energy26:00 BDSM, Dominance, and Soft Dom Energy29:00 Conscious Kink as Healing32:00 Creating Safety in BDSM35:00 Consent, Safe Words, and Negotiation38:00 Erotic Leadership and Power Dynamics41:00 How Men Can Become More Dominant44:00 Brat Taming and Playful Resistance48:00 Boundaries, Testing, and Masculine Presence52:00 Building Confidence Through Challenge56:00 Men, Warrior Energy, and Emotional Growth59:00 Final Wisdom for Men61:00 Wrap UpAnthony Blackheart is a male sex worker, adult content creator, and professional Dom with experience in adult camming, intimate content creation, BDSM, bondage, domination, and teaching BDSM ethics to individuals and couples.In this episode, Anthony shares his perspective on the adult industry, porn, erotic leadership, brat taming, masculine confidence, and how dominance can be practiced with consent, care, and communication.Rose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, holistic vitality, taboo topics, and the conversations our culture often avoids.https://www.roseheartsong.com/ Listen If You’re Curious AboutWhat is ethical porn?Can porn be educational?How does porn affect intimacy?Why are so many men struggling with erectile dysfunction?What does it mean to be a conscious Dom?What is brat taming?What is the difference between dominance and aggression?How can men become more confident in the bedroom?How do consent and safe words work in BDSM?Can kink be healing?Quote From the Episode“Dominance does not have to be aggression. It can be leadership, presence, safety, and direction.”This episode contains adult themes and conversations about sex work, pornography, BDSM, kink, dominance, and power dynamics. This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Any sexual, kink, or BDSM practice should be consensual, negotiated, and practiced with clear boundaries, safe words, and emotional responsibility.✨ Resources & Special Offers ✨🌹 Explore more at www.roseheartsong.com🛏 Splash Blanket - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://splashblanket.us/ 🍑 Yoni Pleasure Palace - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://yonipleasurepalace.com/🌱 Purium - $50 gift card with code ...
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  • 038. Vaginal Health Painful Sex & Perimenopause With Dr. Diana Kumar & Dr. Teresa Walsh
    Apr 28 2026
    Vaginal Health, Painful Sex & Perimenopause: What Every Woman Needs to KnowIn this episode of Sex Ritual Radio, Rose Heartsong sits down with Dr. Theresa Walsh and Dr. Diana Kumar, co-founders of Gliss Wellness, an online gynecological and sexual wellness platform offering care across the country.Together, they open up an honest, shame-free conversation about vaginal health, painful sex, BV, yeast infections, perimenopause, menopause, libido, hormones, and why women deserve better education and support around their bodies.This conversation is for every woman who has ever wondered, “Is this normal?” Whether you are navigating recurrent vaginal discomfort, painful sex, changing hormones, low libido, or simply want to be proactive about your reproductive and sexual health, this episode offers clear, grounded information from two gynecologists who deeply care about making women’s health more accessible.In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhy vaginal discharge, odor, itching, and discomfort are common reasons women seek careThe difference between BV and yeast infectionsWhy recurrent BV may involve a sexual partnerSimple ways to support vaginal health, including breathable clothing, cotton underwear, and changing out of wet swimsuits or workout clothesWhy painful sex can happen at any ageMedical causes of painful sex, including infections, endometriosis, autoimmune conditions, pelvic floor issues, skin changes, and trauma historyHow somatic healing, pelvic floor therapy, and sex coaching can work alongside medical careWhat happens to hormones during the menstrual cycleWhat perimenopause actually isHow perimenopause and menopause can affect libido, sleep, mood, vaginal tissue, lubrication, and sensationThe role of vaginal estrogenWhy lube is not a sign of lack, but an incredible tool for pleasure and comfortThe difference between endometriosis and PCOSWhy women need to advocate for themselves inside medical appointmentsHow telehealth can make sexual and reproductive healthcare more accessible00:00 Show Intro and Mission00:59 Meet the Founders02:18 What Is Gliss Wellness03:55 Top Patient Concerns05:58 BV and Yeast Treatments09:26 Prevention and Lifestyle Tips12:37 Healthy Menopause Prep16:28 Painful Sex Causes18:48 Trauma and Pelvic Therapy21:42 Perimenopause Sex Support23:47 Hormones 101 Quick Quiz24:31 Progesterone and PMS26:10 Estrogen Drop After Ovulation26:41 Cycle Appetite Swings28:05 Hormone Cycle Walkthrough28:50 Perimenopause Changes29:45 Libido in Midlife31:50 Practical Libido Fixes34:53 When to Seek HRT35:50 Vaginal Estrogen and Lube37:58 Endometriosis vs PCOS39:14 PCOS Treatment Tradeoffs43:03 Endometriosis Causes and Care44:39 Telehealth Access and Wrap UpGuest InfoDr. Theresa Walsh and Dr. Diana Kumar are gynecologists and co-founders of Gliss Wellness, a national online platform offering gynecological and sexual wellness care. Their work supports patients with perimenopause, menopause, vaginal health, sexual pain, recurrent discharge, birth control, PCOS, bone health, sexual health, GLP-1 support, and more.Website:https://www.findgliss.com/Host InfoRose Heartsong is a Sex, Love, and Intimacy Coach, Tantra and Kink Coach, and host of Sex Ritual Radio, where she explores sexuality, spirituality, holistic healing, and the taboo conversations our culture often avoids.Website:https://www.roseheartsong.com/ Listen If You’re Curious AboutWhy does sex hurt?Is vaginal discharge normal?Why do I keep getting BV or yeast infections?What happens to my sex life during perimenopause?Do I need vaginal estrogen?How do hormones affect libido?What’s the difference between PCOS and endometriosis?How can I talk to my doctor about my sexual health?Quote From the Episode“Sex should be fun. It should not be painful, and it should be playful, alive, erotic, and joyful.”DisclaimerThis episode is for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical care. If you are experiencing pain, unusual discharge, odor, itching, bleeding, symptoms of infection, or changes in your sexual or reproductive health, please consult a qualified medical provider.✨ Resources & Special Offers ✨🌹 Explore more at www.roseheartsong.com🛏 Splash Blanket - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://splashblanket.us/ 🍑 Yoni Pleasure Palace - 10% off with code ROSEHEARTSONG → https://yonipleasurepalace.com/🌱 Purium - $50 gift card with code FOLLOWYOURHEARTSONG → https://ishoppurium.com/
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  • 037. Unmasking Love- Narcissism and Codependency in Relationships with Eddie Margines, PhD
    Apr 20 2026
    Unmasking Love: Narcissism and Codependency in Relationships with Eddie Margines, PhD Are you in a relationship with a narcissist — or are you one?

    This week Rose Heartsong sits down with Edward "Eddie" Margines, PhD, clinical psychologist and host of Moody, to pull back the curtain on one of the most misused words in modern relationships.

    They break down the clinical reality of narcissistic personality disorder — grandiosity, entitlement, low empathy, the hunger for validation — and why casually labeling your ex probably says more about the dynamic than the diagnosis.

    They get into love bombing, the "carrot and stick" control loop, codependency as the perfect counterpart, and how narcissism shows up in the bedroom as performance and extraction rather than presence and connection.

    Rose also gets personal — sharing her own experience in an abusive relationship, what it taught her about equating love with chaos, and the Joshua Tree kambo and mushroom ceremony that cracked everything open. If you've ever loved someone who made you feel crazy, this one's for you.

    00:00 Welcome to Sex Ritual Radio
    00:44 Meet Eddie Margines
    01:58 Coach vs Therapist
    03:11 Why Narcissism Feels Taboo
    04:12 Clinical Definition Explained
    05:33 Healthy vs Disordered Narcissism
    07:48 Labeling and Projection
    10:21 Traits vs Diagnosis Ethics
    12:01 Empathy and Harm
    13:01 Narcissists and Codependents
    14:50 Love Bombing and Control
    18:07 Personal Story and Patterns
    22:14 DID vs Narcissism
    23:24 Real Life Abuse Example
    26:09 Aha Moment and Accountability
    29:02 Leaving Toxic Relationships
    29:39 Kambo Explained
    31:41 Ceremony Breakthrough
    33:12 Aftermath Life Shift
    34:08 Therapy Labels Debate
    36:06 Sex Performance Questions
    37:27 Porn Anxiety Shame Loop
    45:42 Narcissism in the Bedroom
    47:58 Coaching Presence Practices
    49:25 Wrap Up and Where to Find Ready to go deeper?

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