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What Influences Your Arousal
Apr 22, 2026
13m 49s
Vibrators: Why They Work and How to Choose One
Apr 8, 2026
10m 04s
Healthy Sexuality After Addiction and Trauma
Mar 25, 2026
41m 43s
Education and Tips for Multiple Orgasms
Mar 11, 2026
12m 47s
Kink Curious with Gigi Engle
Feb 25, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 4/22/26 | What Influences Your Arousal✨ | arousalsexual desire+3 | — | Sex on the brainUnderstanding sexual desire styles+3 | — | arousalsexual desire+5 | — | 13m 49s | |
| 4/8/26 | ![]() Vibrators: Why They Work and How to Choose One | Vibrators and sex toys don’t have to be scary or overwhelming. And they certainly aren’t bad or taboo. In this episode I walk through why vibrators work for women and how to choose one. I also offer a few communication tips for introducing a toy with a partner. Mentioned in the episode: Clitoral Network blog Pleasure techniques with penetration Maude use code CINDY10 The Clitoris has a hood Megan’s episode about introducing a vibrator Vibrator episode with Dr. Shannon Chavez Vibrators on the... | 10m 04s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() Healthy Sexuality After Addiction and Trauma | Vanessa Carlisle, PhD, MFA joins me to talk about their book co-authored with Stephanie Covington called: Awaken Your Sexuality: A Guide to Connection and Intimacy after Addiction and Trauma. We discuss the prevalence and normalization of substances as a pathway to sexual behavior, and how sexual responses can be filtered and affected through this lens. Vanessa also shares how shame can keep us from using our personal power to find intimacy and a satisfying sex life. Learn more about Vanessa... | 41m 43s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() Education and Tips for Multiple Orgasms | Did you know it’s possible to have more than one orgasm in a single sexual session? In this episode we discuss how women can experience multiple orgasms including techniques to explore for wave after wave of pleasure. Visit our episode sponsor Uberlube with code CINDY Mentioned in this episode: The clitoral network What is edging? A woman's arousal takes more than 5 minutes Different kinds of orgams Level up your pleasure with these 20 orgasms The clitoral hood Vibrators for women Pleasure... | 12m 47s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() Kink Curious with Gigi Engle | Have you ever been curious about kink? If so, this is the perfect conversation for you! Certified Sex and Relationships Psychotherapist, Sex Educator, and Author Gigi Engle joins me to offer a guide to exploring kink and erotic sensation. We discuss popular kinks, power dynamics, impact play and more. Expand your sexual menu with ideas and suggestions to amplify your senses through kinky play. Find Gigi Engle and Kink Curious Mentioned in this episode: Temperature play Toys, fantasy and... | 47m 17s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() Five Questions for Couples | Listen in for the five questions to answer with a partner for greater pleasure and discovery. Sexual communication is your key to unlocking boredom, assumptions and resentment in the bedroom. Lean into your curiosity with these questions and discover more intimacy and vibrancy in your sex life. Find the podcast page with all the links ORDER my Book: Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual Garden JOIN my Newsletter: Good Education for Good Sex FOLLOW on Instagram @cindyscharkey VISIT my ... | 11m 21s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() Keeping it Hot in Long-Term Relationships | Want to re-eroticize your long-term relationship and keep the fires burning for the long-haul? Somatic Psychologist, and Sex Therapist Dr. Holly Richmond joins us with expert advice for couples. She gets practical with flirting techniques, understanding your sexual template, and the four things healthy couples do to have a thriving relationship in and out of the bedroom. Dr. Holly Richmond is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist, and holds a PhD in Somatic... | 37m 21s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() Heated Rivalry’s Intimacy Coordinator Chala Hunter | Take a peek into the role of Intimacy Coordinator for Heated Rivalry, the TV show everyone’s talking about. Chala Hunter shares what an intimacy coordinator’s job is, and how she worked to create comfort and safety on set for the simulated sex scenes, nudity and all things intimacy. We discuss the cast and crew vibe while filming the show, and the intentionality around modeling safe, consensual and pleasurable sex. Learn why Director Jacob Tierney calls Chala, “The hero of this show!” L... | 44m 45s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() Season Six: Let's Get Curious | This season we are going to lean into deeper curiosity about our bodies, sex and pleasure. Through education and conversations with experts, we’ll increase our knowledge, and challenge ourselves to ask the burning questions. Let’s cultivate curiosity, give ourselves permission, and embrace more pleasure in and out of the bedroom. Welcome to Season Six! ORDER my Book: Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual Garden JOIN my Newsletter: Good Education for Good Sex FOLLOW on Instagram @cindys... | 6m 19s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() Better Bones: How to Lower the Risk of Osteoporosis | Did you know that bone building starts to decline at age 30? That means for many of us, especially women in midlife, osteoporosis is a real concern. Registered Dietician, and Integrative & Functional Nutritionist Susan McCandless joins me to share what breaks down your bone health and what builds it up. She offers practical suggestions and guidelines to help you adjust your diet for strong, dense and flexible bones. You’ll come away feeling empowered to make bone health a priority for a c... | 44m 23s | ||||||
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| 12/10/25 | ![]() Sex and the Myths of Motherhood | Dr. Jessica Vernon and I continue our conversation about transitioning to parenthood. In this episode we focus on postpartum sex, the challenges women face with their changing bodies, and creating intimacy with a partner. We also call out the common myths of motherhood that in reality are unattainable: the martyr, the goddess, the superwoman and the homemaker. Jessica Vernon, MD is an obstetrician, perinatal mental health expert, and author of “Then Comes Baby: An Honest Conversation about B... | 22m 33s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Real Talk About Birth, Postpartum, and Parenthood | Did you know that 45% of women report birth trauma? The ripple effects of that are often never talked about. Obstetrician, and perinatal mental health expert Dr. Jessica Vernon joins me for a straightforward conversation about her book, Then Comes Baby: An Honest Conversation about Birth, Postpartum, and the Complex Transition to Parenthood. We discuss sleep deprivation, baby blues, and how to recognize postpartum depression and anxiety. Learn more about Jessica Vernon MD More on this topic: ... | 26m 29s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() Explore New Ways to Touch | Have you ever been curious to explore new ways to communicate through touch? Anne-Lorraine Selke, the creator of Touchcards, shares why she created a card deck that offers people ways to “rediscover the richness of touch with the people you love.” She gives us examples from intimate cards to playful ones, as we offer ways to bring more connection into your relationships through touch. Find Touchcards and use my 10% discount PERMISSION Mentioned in this episode: Touch pleasure practice T... | 38m 39s | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | ![]() Would You Rather : Sex Edition | Engage in flirty conversation to add some playful energy to your relationship. These “Would you rather” game questions offer you an easy way to play together and can spark meaningful discussion if something takes you by surprise! Use this episode on your next date night, long car ride or walk around the block. Mentioned in this episode: Bedroom Games Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual Garden on GoodReads Toys, Fantasy and Play in the Bedroom 24 Communication Starters and Questions ... | 5m 34s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | ![]() Purity Culture's Effect on Men | We talk a lot about the repercussions of purity culture for women, but what about men? This topic is often silenced, creating what sexuality educator Erica Smith calls a “fertile ground for shame.” She joins me to break the taboo, sharing the after effects men frequently encounter. Erica Smith is an award winning sexuality educator and consultant with 25 years of experience. She developed the Purity Culture Dropout™️ Program to help people learn all of the sex education that they missed... | 43m 20s | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() What Women Need to Orgasm | Is orgasm a learnable skill? My guest Dr. Erica Marchand outlines the necessary components women need to orgasm in this top 10 episode from Season One. We discuss faking O’s, ranking O’s, and the mind-body shift of allowing rather than making orgasm happen. Erica Marchand, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist offering individual, couples and sex therapy in Los Angeles. Learn more about these topics Answering your questions about orgasm Faking orgasm The clitoris - it's a network Stimulation of ... | 30m 11s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | ![]() Embodiment and Pleasure with Dr. Hillary McBride | One of the most shared episodes on the podcast, this conversation about pleasure and embodiment offers a framework for understanding a healthier way to be in your body. Hillary McBride, PhD provides tools to help us untangle the cultural scripts we have taken in, along with gentle guidance for how we can reframe sensuality and learn to listen to our bodies. Hillary McBride, PhD., is a therapist, researcher, speaker and author More on these topics: Mother's, Daughter's and Body Image, re... | 33m 08s | ||||||
| 9/3/25 | ![]() Slippery When Wet: Shower Sex for Beginners | From logistics on positioning, to setting the stage before you step in - in this episode I talk you through the basics on how to add shower sex to your intimacy repertoire. Showering together has never been more fun, safe and intimate. Mentioned in this episode: Pleasure Practice Uberlube use code CINDY Shower sex for beginners on the blog ORDER my Book: Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual Garden JOIN my Newsletter: Good Education for Good Sex FOLLOW on Instagram @cindyscharkey VISI... | 7m 11s | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | ![]() Women, ADHD and Sex | Catriona Boffard, a Clinical Sexologist, Psychotherapist, Sexuality Researcher, Podcaster and Author joins me to share her personal experience, and clinical expertise in a discussion about women and ADHD - how it can affect your brain, sex, and life. You’ll hear all about orgasms, medications, sexual cues and solutions to common communication challenges. Catriona Boffard is an expert in the field of sexual behavior, well-being, and mental health, and is particularly passionate about working w... | 54m 55s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | ![]() Sex Over 50: Tips, Tools and Desire | Continuing our conversation for the over 50 crowd with helpful tips including transition time, positions, pillows, vibrators and more. Listen in as we get creative with shifts in desire, and tools to accommodate our changing bodies. Learn ways to make sex more interesting. More on these topics Desire styles Embracing your desire How curiosity fuels desire Vaginal estrogen, vaginal moisturizers, and lube for sex Erectile dissatisfaction vs. Erectile dysfunction Sexual adaptations and aid... | 16m 07s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 | ![]() Sex Over 50 | Menopause doesn’t mean your sex life is over. In fact, you may find yourself having the best sex of your life! Join me for a chat specifically for the over 50 crowd. Let’s talk about desire, arousal, and changing things up as we change. Your pleasure matters! Visit our episode sponsor Uberlube, use CINDY Mentioned in this episode: Guide to lube Perimenopause: Hormones and Symptoms Perimenopause: Treatment Options Everything we get wrong about initiation Two ways affection can deepen yo... | 10m 57s | ||||||
| 7/9/25 | ![]() Redefine Sexy | Community guest Kaleigh Osadick joins me to share ideas to remove shame around self-expression. We chat about challenging the norms, and reframing what defines sexy. Learn to role play with her scene creation tips, and gain the confidence to be the main character in your sex life! Kaleigh Osadick is an educator, coach and producer with over a decade of experience teaching acting, voice, and embodiment. With a background in theatre, and psychology-through play and voice, she's helped ma... | 37m 14s | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | ![]() Sexual Self Exploration | Self-touching or masturbation is one healthy way to be sexual, but certainly not the only way. From investigating your sexual ethics to creating your own sensual playlist, movement, and more - these ideas will help you explore being a sexual person outside of masturbation. Mentioned in this episode: 10 Ideas - no masturbation required My letter to young women Questions to ask yourself with Cyndi Darnell Sensuality on the blog Using your senses for pleasure Sexy playlist Reconnecting to you... | 8m 25s | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | ![]() Sexual Adaptation and Aids for All Bodies | Throughout life, we all face changes in our body that impact how we experience pleasure with sex. Laura Glazebrook PT, DPT, specializes in neurological injuries and all manner of pelvic health concerns. She joins me to talk about adaptations, tools, toys, and positional aids - for all bodies. Whether you’re post surgery, post injury, or navigating change, this conversation is full of practical tips, products, and resources for all of life’s seasons. Visit our episode sponsor Uberlube and use ... | 40m 01s | ||||||
| 5/28/25 | ![]() What She Wants You to Know About Oral | Oral sex is a highly reliable path to pleasure and orgasm for women. This episode is the second most downloaded of all episodes on the show. So, I am bringing it back for new listener's and their partner's. I talk about creating anticipation, building arousal toward crescendo and specific tongue techniques to stimulate the clitoris and vulva. Also hear tips on positioning, when to add variety, and when to stick with consistency. Learn the signs of approaching orgasm, to help your partner go o... | 16m 38s | ||||||
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