EP481 - Kink Curious: Play Without Shame

About this episode

In this episode, Dr. Nazanin Moali and Gigi Engle discuss the true meaning of kink and how to explore it safely and openly.

Welcome to Episode 481 of the Sexology Podcast! I'm thrilled to have Gigi Engle join me today as she talks about kink, how it's frequently misinterpreted, and how people can explore their desires with open communication, curiosity, and safety. Gigi and I discuss what kink actually entails and why it is much more expansive than the preconceived notions that many people have about it. She describes how the term "kink" serves as a catch-all for a variety of relational and sensory experiences, ranging from more symbolic forms of erotic expression to power dynamics and sensation play. Gigi Engle is a COSRT-registered, MNCIP, ACS, CSE, CSC, GSRD-accredited, award-winning author, certified sex & relationships psychotherapist, and sex educator. She works clinically as an associate clinician at The Therapy Yard, where she specializes in supporting GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) clients, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky folx, and people in polyamorous and open relationships. Gigi is the author of two books: Kink Curious and All The F*cking Mistakes. Kink Curious is available for pre-order and comes out January 21st. In this episode, you will hear…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Nazanin Moali

Guest: Gigi Engle

Topics covered

• kink
• sexuality
• communication
• safety
• emotional safety
• consent

Keywords

• kink
• fetish
• sexual exploration
• safe words
• LGBTQIA+
• polyamory
• communication

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Therapy Yard

Books & works: Kink Curious, All The F*cking Mistakes

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