Shows
UCLA SexpertsSexual DeviancyIn this special summer episode, Tris and Lyndsey share stories on sexually deviant behaviors, covering zoophilia and objectum sexuality. Throughout the episode, they discuss topics such as consent, cultural relativism, pathologization, and the factors that contribute to the development of deviant sexualities.
Content warning: sexual abuse/sex with animals.
For more information, Ask a Sexpert @uclasexperts on insta!
Sources:
https://youtu.be/aEX33vAyF5Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xInWMRzEan8 (IMDB https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1671539/)
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/linda-ducharme_n_4298963
2021-07-2148 minUCLA SexpertsAbortion AccessMaddie and Hannah give students information about costs and locations of abortion clinics. As well as the new and shocking restrictions for childbearers across the country in the progressing anti-abortion movement.
Sources and Info:
https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/overview-abortion-laws#
https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/abortion-access-tool/MS
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/17/us/politics/supreme-court-abortion.html
https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/issues/abortion/6-week-bans
For more information, Ask a Sexpert @uclasexperts on insta
2021-05-1838 min
UCLA SexpertsVirginityIn this week's episode, Sexperts, Michelle, and Maddie break down the concept of virginity and all of the harmful pressures that are associated with the “first time”. Throughout the podcast, they dive into the complicated relationship between sex and religion, the myth of having a “physical virginity” and the binary portrayal of sex. Throughout this episode, a common theme rises which is the importance of people having sexual autonomy and agency over their body and their decisions
2021-05-1219 min
UCLA SexpertsSTIs!Sriha and Hannah answer all of your STI related questions about Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Hepatitis B, HPV, HIV, Herpes, Trichomoniasis, and Syphilis. As well as how to talk to your partner about getting tested and our experiences getting tested.
Sources:
https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm
https://www.history.com/news/the-infamous-40-year-tuskegee-study
2021-04-2737 min
UCLA SexpertsA Conversation for SA Awareness Month Ft. Ko, Director of the Bruin Consent CoalitionCW and TW: This episode includes talking about SA, r*pe and r*pe culture, and sexual violence. While nothing graphic is described, the complete definitions of these terms (from UCLA) are stated around 03:00-05:00.Sexperts Michelle and Elle are joined by Ko, the Director of UCLA’s Bruin Consent Coalition, to have a discussion about sexual violence, SA, and r*pe culture. Join them as they explore how sexual violence is a social and institutional problem; discuss how we all can shift the conversation and change our language to better support survivors and create social change; and find ou...
2021-04-2038 min
UCLA SexpertsContraceptionAnnika and Hannah cover basic information about contraception for people with uteruses, places for UCLA students to access them, and exciting news about contraception for sperm-producing peeps!
Sources:
“Male Birth Control” Magazine:
https://thehbsway.rocks/portfolio/malebirthcontrol/
Or, can be accessed here too: https://issuu.com/male_contraception_socgen108/docs/magazine_male_birth_control
-Explicit gender descriptions
Effectiveness and descriptions of contraception:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control
Some Condom History:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3649591/
2021-04-1345 min
UCLA SexpertsSex History 3: A Discussion about the Racist Origins of U.S. Gynecology"Lyndsey and Hannah discuss the racism of U.S. Gynecology inspired by the book by Deirdre Owens "Medical Bondage: Race, Gender, and the Origins of American Gynecology" with an emphasis on Midwifery. Shoutout to Chloe Winnett for leading weekly discussions about the book so thoughtfully and eloquently. LEGALIZE MIDWIVES!
If you want to get involved, check out @birthwokersofcolor on insta."
Sources:
https://www.healthline.com/health/labiaplasty#results
https://notesonliberty.com/2017/02/16/vulvae-in-pornography-and-culture/
A. M. Stern, PhD. 2005. “Sterilized in the Name of Public Health: Race, Immigration, and Reproductive Control in Modern...
2021-03-1651 min
UCLA SexpertsSex ToysShould you buy your friend a flesh light? What is the New York Times best-rated sex toy? Find out while Sriha and Hannah discuss the different types of general sex toys, safety, maintenance, their own opinions, and their own experiences.
2021-03-0935 min
UCLA SexpertsOvercoming Insecurities and Feelin' SexyThis week Sexperts Michelle, Maddie and Elle break down what being sexy means to them as they share their own struggles with insecurities and give tips on how to find confidence within yourself!
2021-02-2342 min
UCLA SexpertsSex History: Pioneers in Breaking the BinarySexperts Hannah and Daniel talk about the lives of Lili Elbe and James Shupe. People who played groundbreaking roles in shattering the gender binary, paving the way for more people to live authentically themselves.
"I, Lili, am vital and have a right to. . .a whole and happy human life."
-Lili Elbe 1931
Sources:
Hannah:
https://www.biography.com/artist/lili-elbe
https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/danish-girl/
Daniel:
https://www.dailysignal.com/2019/03/10/i-was-americas-first-non-binary-person-it-was-all-a-sham/
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2015/opinion/transgender-today/stories/jamie-shupe
...
2021-02-1733 min
UCLA SexpertsDating AppsSexperts Buddy, George, and Hannah talk about their experiences on the most popular dating apps: Grindr, Tinder, and 3 others... what is your favorite dating app?
2021-02-0939 min
UCLA SexpertsThe Pornucopia: Nourishing your Knowledge of PornSexperts Buddy and Lyndsey explore the pros and cons of pornography as well as give some insight into the industry itself and how it has impacted society and sex as we know it.
2021-02-021h 07
UCLA SexpertsDiscussing PolyamoryA conversation between Abby, Chris, Diego, and Liz about aspects of Polyamory and navigating relationships in their own lives. They explore the intersections of non monogamy with emotional processing, boundaries, wants, ability, and much more.
2021-01-261h 10
UCLA SexpertsSex History: Women’s SexualityThis podcast special dives into the intricate history of female sexuality throughout history. It starts by debunking the common trope of hunters and gatherers, explaining how essential women were to building prosperous civilizations and the unique sexual autonomy they held during this time. We then move on to discuss sex workers and their tremendous historical importance despite their long-standing battle against societal guidelines and then briefly touch on the advocacy work that is being done today to destigmatize the sex work profession. We finish out our podcast by discussing how the unachievable sexual standards set for women during the...
2021-01-191h 18UCLA SexpertsIntroduction to UCLA Sexperts PodcastIn this episode, 4 members of the UCLA Sexperts teams discuss what Sexperts is all about and their own personal experiences with sex ed!
2021-01-1228 min
The Well Being PodcastEpisode 007 : Power of GRITMaya Ram talks about being a GRIT peer coach and a member of Sexperts.
Additional Resources:
UCLA SWC Sexperts: https://swc.ucla.edu/sexperts/
UCLA GRIT Coaching Program: https://www.grit.ucla.edu/
2018-05-0122 min