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The SENDcastBridging the Gap with Parent Carers with Rachel WrightI wanted to share our latest episode featuring Rachel Wright, founder of Born at the Right Time and a parent of neurodiverse children discussing 'Bridging the Gap with Parent Carers'. While schools, social care, and health services may believe they are partnering effectively with parents, the reality can be quite different. Rachel shares her personal journey navigating the healthcare system for her eldest son, who has complex needs. Her story highlights the frustration many parents feel when they are directed by professionals while lacking agency in decisions affecting their children. This episode emphasises the importance...
2025-06-0552 min
Connecting Kansas CityThe Life of a Super Bowl Equipment Manager - Allen Wright's 40-Year JourneyImagine dedicating four decades of your life to a single organization, witnessing its highs and lows, and playing a crucial role in its most triumphant moments. This is the remarkable journey of Allen Wright, the unsung hero and equipment manager of the Kansas City Chiefs, whose dedication and behind-the-scenes work have been pivotal to the team's success.
Rachel sat down with Allen Wright, the long-standing Equipment Manager for the Kansas City Chiefs, to discuss his incredible 40-year journey with the team. As a vital behind-the-scenes figure, Allen's dedication and hard work have been instrumental...
2024-03-2823 min
The Dude TherapistThe "And" Mentality w/ Rachel Wright, LMFTOn this episode of Relationships and Personal Growth, host Eli Weinstein and guest Rachel Wright dive into the impact of working in the field of relationships on their own personal lives. They discuss the importance of maintaining professional boundaries and Rachel shares her experience of humanizing therapists by sharing personal information online. The conversation also explores the concept of non-monogamy and the significance of communication and reassessment in these relationships. Tune in to learn about different relationship designs and embrace personal growth and change within your own relationships.
Rachel Wright, MA, LMFT (she/her...
2024-02-0847 min
The Wright ConversationsEp. 87 A Conversation About Shameless Sex with the Shameless Sex Ladies, Amy & AprilAmy 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 ce...
2024-02-0738 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 86 A Conversation About Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships with Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer Vencill 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 t...
2024-01-0343 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 85 A Conversation About "My First Polyamorous Relationship" with Sydney Harris 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...
2023-12-2045 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 84 A Conversation About Shame and Addiction with Rev RuciferThe 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...
2023-12-1326 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 83 A Conversation About Erotica with Dr. Lyndsey Harper 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...
2023-12-0640 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 82 A Conversation About Living with an Eating Disorder with August McLaughlin 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 relate...
2023-11-2935 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 81 A Conversation About The Reality of Being on Reality TV with Nick Thompson from Love Is Blind 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...
2023-11-2237 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 80 A Conversation About Everything Vaginal Health with Priyanka Jain 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.
2023-11-1534 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 79 A Conversation About Empowerment Through Ethical Adult Content with The Jelly Filled Girls 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 en...
2023-11-0839 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 78 A Conversation About EMDR with Rebecca Kase 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...
2023-11-0127 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 77 A Conversation About Turning Life's Challenges Into Opportunities with McKenna ReitzMcKenna 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).
2023-10-1834 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 76 A Conversation About Being a Sex Worker & Producing Sex Parties with Goddess Gem 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...
2023-10-1139 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 75 A Conversation About Sexual Confidence Outside the Bedroom with Brittany Lo 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...
2023-10-0430 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 74 A Conversation About the Mental Health Impacts of Celiac Disease with Tayler SilfverdukTayler 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 a...
2023-09-2740 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 73 A Conversation About Porn Literacy & Masturbation with Jessica Drake 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...
2023-09-2034 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 72 A Conversation About Dating & Sex After Sexual Trauma with Dr. Holly Richmond 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...
2023-09-1434 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 71 A Conversation About Fetishes with Miss Bloom 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...
2023-09-0630 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 70 A Conversation About Women Making Porn with Karyn from ErstiesKaryn 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...
2023-08-3036 min
The Wright ConversationsEp. 69 A Conversation About Long-Term Polyamorous Relationships and Conscious Uncoupling with Carrie Jeroslow 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 t...
2023-08-2354 min
Eyes Wide Open with Nick ThompsonThe Ultimatum: Queer Love and Reality TV Therapy with Rachel WrightToday on Eyes Wide Open, we sit down with Rachel Wright, a non-monogamous queer woman and licensed therapist who specializes in sex and relationships. When Rachel and I connected initially, I thought we were going to discuss her work as a therapist, but we ended up getting into a conversation about what she sees as a therapist in reality TV, including her take on The Ultimatum: Queer Love and the impacts that show had on the cast members and the LGBTQ+ community. We also talk a little bit about tools to hel...
2023-08-2259 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 68 A Conversation About Building a Pleasure Practice with Tatiana Fogt 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...
2023-08-1641 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 67 A Conversation About Self-Compassion and Mindfulness with Gianna Lalota 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 Conver...
2023-08-0934 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 66 A Conversation About Starting A Sexual Wellness Business in a Sex Negative World with Neil Mehta 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...
2023-08-0340 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 65 A Conversation About Compersion with Marie Thouin 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 re...
2023-08-0333 min
The Wright ConversationsEp. 65 A Conversation About Being a Sex Worker & Producing Sex Parties with Goddess Gem The Wright Conversations Podcast Goddess Gem: A Conversation About Being A Sex Worker & Producing Sex Parties Goddess Gem Bio 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.
2023-07-2639 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 64 A Conversation About Getting in Touch with Your Desires with Lia AvellinoThis 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 comp...
2023-07-2643 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 63 A Conversation About Being a Multi-Hyphenate with Michael Kushner 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...
2023-07-1933 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 61 A Conversation About Mismatched Libido with Dr. Angela Tan 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.
2023-07-1230 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 62 A Conversation About Boundaries (& How They Can Change Over Time) with John Romaniello By day, John Romaniello is a New York Times Best Selling Author and Founder of WellspringMEDIA. He is also an angel investor, media personality, and consultant, helping entrepreneurs improve their communication and increase their revenue through writing. On Instagram, he publishes content around kink, non-monogamy, and polyamory, and tries to get rid of the shame that many carry around sex. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by John Romaniello to talk about boundaries, limits, agreements, and protocols, and how those could change over tim...
2023-07-1257 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 60 A Conversation About Race and Racism with Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle 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. Sh...
2023-07-0545 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 58: A Conversation About Finding Your Partner in Adventure with Jesse Palmer 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 t...
2023-06-2723 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 59: A Conversation About Where Fitness and Sexual Wellness Meet with Tyomi Morgan 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....
2023-06-2737 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 57: A Conversation About Vulvovaginal Care with Lindsay Wynn 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 w...
2023-06-2141 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 56: A Conversation About Burnout Recovery with Michelle Goodloe 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...
2023-06-1435 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 55: A Conversation About the Intersection of Body Image and Sex with Elle ChaseElle 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...
2023-06-0732 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 54: A Conversation About Black Mental Health with Kyrus Keenan WestcottKyrus 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 t...
2023-05-3133 min
Relationship Diversity PodcastEp. 049: Redefining Sex and Sexuality with Rachel WrightSend us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are. Episode #049Redefining Sex and Sexuality with Rachel WrightToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement. And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation. Today I’ll be talking with Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, about reframing and redefining sex and s...
2023-05-2545 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 53: A Conversation About Parenting and Keeping your Relationship Thriving with Eli Weinstein 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 pa...
2023-05-2445 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 52: A Conversation About Men & Emotional Intimacy with Melissa FulgieriMelissa 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...
2023-05-2436 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 50: A Conversation About Taking Charge of Your Sexual Wellness with Kiana R 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...
2023-05-1744 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 51: A Conversation About Disregulated Nervous Systems with Maria-Victoria Albina 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. W...
2023-05-1744 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 48: A Conversation About Relationships with The Multiamory Podcast Crew (Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Sotelo Matlack) 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 v...
2023-05-1152 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 49: A Conversation About What LGBTQ+ & Polyamorous People Should Know About Family Law with Diana Adams 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 f...
2023-05-1036 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 47: A Conversation About Sex ToysIn 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...
2023-05-1022 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 46: A Conversation About Butt Stuff with Bobby Box 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 d...
2023-04-051h 00The Wright ConversationsEp. 45: A Conversation About Loving Later Life with my mom, Nancy Gibbs 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 l...
2023-03-2939 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 44: A Conversation About the Morning After Pill with Amanda Johnson 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 a...
2023-03-2230 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 43: A Conversation About The Mental Health Benefits of Flower Arranging with Talia Boone 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] I...
2023-03-1527 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 42: A Conversation About Desire Types 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 d...
2023-03-1521 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 41: A Conversation About Broadway, Friendship & The Patriarchy with Barrett Wilbert Weed 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...
2023-03-0157 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 40: A Conversation About People Pleasing with Hailey Magee 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 j...
2023-02-2239 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 39: A Conversation About The Wisdom of Jealousy with Dr. Joli Hamilton 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 m...
2023-02-1543 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 38: A Conversation About Cultivating and Maintaining Emotional Intimacy 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] R...
2023-02-0815 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 37: A Conversation About AnxietyHey 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 m...
2023-02-0114 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 36: A Conversation About Sexual Fantasies with Meryl Victoria ***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 o...
2023-01-2540 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 35: A Conversation About Rope, Erotic Magic, & D/s Dynamics with Nox BlackNox 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, a...
2023-01-1837 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Feeling Sexy & Comfortable on Camera with Crystal and RajCrystal 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 w...
2023-01-1149 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Sober Sex & Sobriety with Tawny LaraHey 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 w...
2023-01-0443 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 32: A Conversation About Where Kink and Sexuality Intersect with @askasub, Lina DuneHey 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 s...
2022-12-2839 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About the Connection Between Creativity & Eroticism with Sam (Shrimp Teeth)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 t...
2022-12-2118 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Over-Diagnosing and Sharing Online as a Therapist with Dr. Courtney TracyDr. 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 a...
2022-12-0728 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About DBT with Dr. J.J KellyDr. 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 t...
2022-11-3031 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About OCD with Alegra KastensAlegra 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.
2022-11-2338 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Religious Trauma (& How It Affects Sex & Mental Health) with Rae GrossRae 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 e...
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Happiness Solved146. Sex Education with Rachel WrightHappiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Rachel Wright. Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, MA, LMFT (she/her) is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern relationships, mental health, and sex. She is an experienced speaker, group facilitator, educator, therapist, coach, and on-camera mental health and relationship expert. With a Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, Rachel Wright has worked with thousands of humans worldwide, helping them scream less and screw more. She has brought her message to stages across the globe, was SHAPE Magazine’s Sex + Relationships Coach, and created the virtual workshop series What You...
2022-11-1137 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Finding the Right Therapist for You with Melissa FulgieriWorking 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 i...
2022-11-0937 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Coming Out Later in Life with Amanda Katherine LoyAmanda 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 F*ck 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 W...
2022-11-0241 minThe Wright ConversationsEp. 23: A Conversation About LibidoHey 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] C...
2022-10-2617 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About The Relationship Escalator & Creating Your Own MilestonesHey 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 e...
2022-10-1926 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Dating with Herpes (& Being a Comedian) with Erica SperaErica 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...
2022-10-1245 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About STIs and Disclosure with Jenelle Marie Pierce ***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, a...
2022-10-1240 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Navigating a Quarter Life Crisis with Tess BrighamTess 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...
2022-10-0532 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Being an Artist (and Staying Sane) in 2022 with Justin GuariniJustin 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.
2022-09-2853 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Arousal Non-Concordance aka "I'm Turned On, But I Can't Stay Hard/Wet.. What's Up?"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 no...
2022-09-2116 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About My Coming Out StoryHey 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 th...
2022-09-1426 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Kink, Drugs & Non-Monogamy with John Romaniello***Content / Trigger Warning, in this episode we discuss sensitive topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. This may be an episode to skip, or use headphones for, if you have others around you that may not be prepared to listen.*** John Romaniello is an author, angel investor, media personality, and consultant who helps entrepreneurs improve communication skills and increase revenue through writing. On Instagram, he publishes content around kink, non-monogamy, polyamory, and tries to get rid of the shame that many carry around sex. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s ep...
2022-09-0756 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About What Self-Care and Self-Love Actually AreHey 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] Em...
2022-09-0722 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Owning Pleasure and Sexuality After Childhood Sexual Abuse with Kaycie Crossley***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.
2022-09-0729 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Relationship Comparisonitis and The Natural PhasesHey 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] Th...
2022-09-0729 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Cultivating Sex-Positive Community with Cory BushCory 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 t...
2022-09-0747 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About My Polyamorous Fam: A Sit Down Conversation with my Primary PartnersHey 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] Di...
2022-08-311h 18The Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Navigating Sex Work in the Modern World with Nikole MitchellNikole 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...
2022-08-3146 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About My Journey with Depression & Ketamine TreatmentsHey 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 in...
2022-08-3137 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Gender with James RoseJames 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...
2022-08-3154 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Creating ContainersHey 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...
2022-08-3118 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Identifying, Managing, & Communicating Your Emotions with Julia Kristina, MAJulia 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!...
2022-08-2445 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Making Peace with Your Past with Amber LilyestromAmber 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, a...
2022-08-2444 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About Sexual Re(gu)lations: How Our Nervous Systems Play a Roll in Our Capacity to Sustain Safety, Arousal & Pleasure with Christin HenkeChristin 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 s...
2022-08-2456 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About My Journey into Non-MonogamyHey 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...
2022-08-2425 minThe Wright ConversationsA Conversation About How to Talk About Sex (and other important topics) with Your Partner(s)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 r...
2022-08-2225 min
Shameless Sex#287 Flirting, Dating and Casual Sex - with Rachel Wright, LMFTIn this playful episode we interview Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, MA, LMFT all about flirting, in-person and online dating, relationships and casual sex. Whether you are single, non-monogamous, or want to learn how to navigate the dating field, this episode has plenty of gems to offer you.About our guest: Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, MA, LMFT (she/her) is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern relationships, mental health, and sex. She is an experienced speaker, group facilitator, educator, therapist, coach, and on-camera mental health and relationship expert.With a Master’s Degree in clinical psy...
2022-08-021h 08
Tuff Love with Robert Kandell238: Navigating Relationships in the Time of CV with Rachel WrightPsychotherapist Rachel Wright is recognized as one of the freshest voices on millennial and couple-preneur relationships. She and her husband Kyle co-founded Wright Wellness Center in 2016 to bridge the gap between a self-help book and a therapist’s couch. Together, they’re changing how we approach relationships, sex, and mental health.
With a Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, Rachel has worked with thousands of couples all over the world, helping them scream less and screw more. She has brought her message to stages across the globe and is also a sex educator, writer, and co-host of the po...
2020-04-2135 min
Living Your Life with Lianne LaingLet's Talk About Sex, Love, Intimacy, Communication & More w Rachel WrightThere is something to be learned from the stories we see unfolding when we watch shows like "The Bachelor or Bachelorette". Leaving the producers and the most dramatic endings out of this- it’s a breakdown of relationships, communications, sex, jealousy, vulnerability and the list goes on….Rachel and Kyle Wright, founders of the Wright Wellness Center created a hit podcast- "The wright reasons – through the lens of the bachelor franchise". Essentially the Bachelor equivalent of Sports Center- real talk- real analysis – real experts….Rachel, who is a license psychotherapist, marriage councillor, sex educator, speaker and writer s...
2020-03-1957 min
Shamelessly FeminineMarriage, Relationship Warning Signs, and Healthy Communication with Rachel WrightIn what two areas do most couples struggle? How can we most effectively communicate with our spouse? And what skills can we teach our kids now so they don’t struggle in their relationships later? Podcast guest Rachel Wright is a licensed psychotherapist, marriage counselor, modern + millennial relationship expert, and co-founder of The Wright Wellness Center, and I talk about why most couples come to their practice, how to tell if your relationship will last, and how resentment is a silent killer of relationships. What Rachel Sees in Her Practice and How it Will Help...
2019-07-0247 min
Soul CompassHow Much Sex is Enough and Other Relationship Questions with Rachel WrightThere’s no denying that committed relationships take work. Sometimes it might feel as if it's hopeless, you’re too old, too tired or simply unwilling to put in the time and energy that's required. Working on your relationships can be absolutely exhausting, but when and how do you know it's worth it?
Today we get to pick the brain of psychotherapist and therapeutic relationship coach, Rachel Wright, who is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern and millennial relationships. Her mission: to help people have better sex, relationships and take care of their mental heal...
2019-04-1754 min
empowerHERInterview with Rachel Wright on Relationships: Bridging the Gap Between A Self Help Book and a Therapist's CouchEpisode 15: Rachel Wright In this episode: Relationship education Resolving & communicating through conflict Understanding communication differences Acknowledge, Explain & Offer Confirmation biases Psychotherapist and Therapeutic Relationship Coach, Rachel Wright is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern and millennial relationships. She is the co-founder of Wright Wellness Center where, together with her husband and team, she is on a mission to help people have better sex, relationships, and mental health, through a growing catalog of masterclasses, online programs, resources and a supportive online community. Rachel is also a sex educator, speaker, and writer, and the...
2019-01-2153 min
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 74 – Special Guest Rachel Tobac (@RachelTobac)This is the 74th episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright with special guest Rachel Tobac recorded March 25, 2018. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast:
Interview with special guest Rachel Tobac
Rachel is the CEO & Co-founder of SocialProof Security where she helps people and companies keep their data safe by training them on social engineering risks. Rachel also placed second place two years in a row in...
2018-03-2928 min