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On this week's episode of the Touchpoint Town Hall, we heard from two couples who were navigating unique challenges in quarantine. First, Brandi and Kat shared about negotiating personal space while in lockdown. Especially since Brandi is a trans man who longs for alone time to become "more familiar" with his new body. Then, Jedaya and Josué opened up about being in a new relationship, navigating a miscarriage, and overcoming some bad programming about what it means to be a man. Finally, we chatted with some Super Eligible Humans––aka singles who were ready to mingle.   Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Join our mailing list at lovetouchpoint.com.

Ida, a 76-year-old widow logs in from Jerusalem (at 2:30am her time) to share with us her epic love story, and also to do a vibrant recitation of her new quarantine digital dating profile––which she literally raps for us...   Paul and James share about how they got married at their local movie theatre at the box office window, and then drop some knowledge about why marriage equality is so important right now...   Lili in Palo Alto shares about sexting with a coworker, and why in her world, real friends exchange nudes...   Plus, we chat up some eligible singles, and so much more!   Discover more stories from us on Facebook and Instagram. Sign up for our mailing list here.   Join us for next week's town hall by snagging free tix at lovetouchpoint.com.

In this week's episode of Touchpoint, we have three very different stories about what it means to fully be ourselves. First Taty opens up about being polyamorous and redefining love for herself... ...then Erika shares how she navigated having––what she felt was––an embarrassing health issue with a new partner while she was quarantined with him...and his parents... ...and then Bethany shares with us about how she went from being a super conservative missionary who was protesting outside of gay bars and declaring homosexuality a sin to coming out as queer and reimagining her life. Plus, we meet three Army vets who met in Afghanistan, and are this week's "most eligible humans." We record live every Tuesday at 7:30pm EST. You can snag free tix at lovetouchpoint.com. Follow us on insta at @lovetouchpoint

This episode was a total emotional rollercoaster, from Brooke's recitation of her sexts with an ex...   ...to Punam's incredible story of a socially distanced child birth... ...to Jamie's wisdom around gender and touch... ...to Don's vulnerable share about his wife’s battle with Alzheimer’s… ...to Natalia's breathtaking song... ...to celebrating Kelly and Hannah's engagement... ...the night was full of inspiring, hopeful nuggets for us all.   You can always join us live by snagging free tix at lovetouchpoint.com. Follow us on insta at @lovetouchpoint

In our second virtual episode, nearly 500 people from around the world logged in live to witness Jared chat with people about the things they’re experiencing in bed and in love during quarantine.   Below are some of the highlights.   🙏🏼 A story from a Canadian woman of Indian origin who has discovered the power of self-pleasure as she navigates a solo quarantine and confronts the challenging stigmas and emotional subjugation at the intersections of sex and being a woman of color.   🎶 A musical couple that got engaged during quarantine and then sang us a song.   🦄 A woman navigating a long-distance relationship through a deepening of her faith.   💪🏼 A man getting real about not being able to get it up in the bedroom and the importance of   cultivating emotional safety and connectivity.   💔 A woman who was dumped over Zoom and challenged to navigate heartbreak at home without the physical comfort of her friends, but showered with love by strangers on the internet.   🗓 The next town hall will be on April 28 at 7:30pm EDT.  If you’d like to join for the live recording, you can snag free tix at lovetouchpoint.com.   Follow us on Instagram at @lovetouchpoint!

In this episode, Jared hosts 250+ people from 26 countries for a conversation about love, sex, and dating during Covid-19.  Below are some of the highlights.   👩‍❤️‍👨 A story from two people who found each other on @bumble three weeks ago, had their first date (and “kiss”) over FaceTime, and have deeply fallen for each other.  Also, he’s a doctor working 72-hour shifts on the front lines.  Our hearts melted. 🦹🏽‍♀️ A story of a virtual sex party where people were performing BDSM scenes while others watched and had sex on camera for all to see. 🦄 A story of a woman in a non-monogamous relationship navigating the challenges of being in partnership with multiple people at a time when we’re meant to stay at home. 💃 A story of a new couple who decided to quarantine together and see how it goes as they witness each other in new and super intimate ways.  They also did a dance performance for us!   Get tickets to join us live for Touchpoint at lovetouchpoint.com. Follow us on Insta at @lovetouchpoint.

It's March of 2020, and we are all in the midst of a real crisis of connection right now. We have been told to socially distance ourselves; to steer clear of each other.  To hunker down in our homes, to avoid physical touch; and so our need for human connection has never been greater. That’s why, in response, we've decided to host a virtual, daily check-in call every night at 6pm EST for the foreseeable future.  Anyone can join.  The space is totally free. It’s a space where we can see other faces, hear other voices, and feel more connected.  Especially during this moment where we need to experience human touch more deeply than ever before. We are recording the conversations, and then sharing them each day as podcast episodes. Think of it kind of like a radio show with callers from all over the world sharing the stories of their “social distancing experiences” and more. So far, people have joined us from Italy, Australia, Mexico, Germany, the UK, Canada, Brazil, and from coast to coast in the USA.   We're not sure what to expect from this experience. Touchpoint has always been an experiment in human connection and conversation. In this episode, Jared chats with... ...a new couple quarantined together in Southern California trying to figure out how often they should be having sex. They haven’t seen anyone else except the plumber in five days. ...a Seattle-based college student in her dorm navigating social isolation, taking space from a romantic partner, and having a family across the country who just aren’t taking the proper precautions. ...a restaurant consultant in LA who is finding himself in a strange place professionally as all of his colleagues navigate a massive financial crisis. ...a woman in Brooklyn who experiences fresh air for the first time in many days as she heads to the grocery store for the first time; everyone standing six feet apart. ...a woman whose uncle passed away last week and now they’re trying to figure out what kind of funeral can be had.  How do we deal with the passing of loved ones in the time of quarantine and social isolation? ...and so many more.   You can join the check-in call every night at 6pm EST at lovetouchpoint.com/online. Follow us on Insta at @lovetouchpoint.  

On today’s episode of Touchpoint, I sit down with two of the bravest people I’ve ever met. Their life stories both individually and collectively stand as prismatic examples of the messes we create when we do not show up as ourselves and the magic we experience when we do. I first met Nick and Katherine North in Marfa, Texas at a week-long creative conference called Yeah Field Trip.  I was hosting a town hall about love and sex––obviously––and they were sitting right up front.  When I asked people to share what comes up for them when I said the word “sex,” Nick shouted out, “This morning!”  He and Katherine were all cuddled up together. It was very cute. Everyone laughed.  I turned my attention their way.   “How long have you two been together?” I asked. “About five years,” said Katherine. “And how was the sex you were having five years ago different than the sex you had this morning?” They looked at each other lovingly. “Well for one,” said Nick, “I was a woman then.” The room was still. It was a powerful moment.  They proceeded to share a few bits of what I consider to be one of the most courageous love stories I’ve ever heard.  It’s a story of overcoming poverty, shame, gender and sexual oppression, while cultivating friendship, family, intimacy, and above all things, the bravery to be yourself.  I’m grateful that Nick and Katherine agreed to sit with me and share their story.  It has changed my life.  They have touched my heart.  And I’m honored and privileged to bring this story to you.  I hope it gives you more permission to be whoever you are––in bed, in love, and in life. Thanks for listening. Here. We. Go. Love, Jmw.   Insta: @lovetouchpoint Web: lovetouchpoint.com  

On this episode, you’ll hear stories of sexual exploration, gender transformation, and what one poet calls, “skin starvation.” Plus, Dr. Zhana offers some surprising insights into what consent means in the United States, and so much more.     For more about Touchpoint, visit us on web or on Instagram For more about Dr. Zhana, follow her on Instagram.

Andrew Horn wants men to get more vulnerable.  He’s the founder of a new organization called Junto, a not-so-secret club for men to explore emotional mastery where he curates workshops and weekend retreats for bros to come together, take off their macho masks, and get real about their feelings.   In a #metoo world, this work is very important.  And that’s why I wanted to chat with Andrew about his personal journey.  In this episode, he shares stories of being bullied as a child, how he’s learned to be in partnership with a very powerful woman, some of the books that have guided him on his way, and ultimately, what it’s like to raise a son in the modern world. Andrew is a good friend, so we also share a lot of laughs.  But his humor and charm are well-balanced with his insights, and of course, his vulnerability.   Andrew Horn itsandrewhorn.com @itsandrewhorn   Touchpoint lovetouchpoint.com @lovetouchpoint  

Sex, much like life, is best when we feel self-expressed. But that’s why, for many of us, sex just isn’t as good as it could be.  Often, we may feel constricted or afraid, ashamed of what we think, what we want, or where we’ve been. In this episode of Touchpoint, we hear stories of people who have overcome shame and some that are working on it, some really helpful insights from our sex educator in-residence, Dr. Zhana, and the important reminder that when we speak our truth, we set ourselves free.   Thanks for listening.   Here. We. Go.   Check out Touchpoint on Insta at @lovetouchpoint and on web at lovetouchpoint.com

Mae West once said, “Love conquers all things except poverty and toothache.”  Because while love is the energy that makes life meaningful, money is the tool that make life livable. And at the intersection of love and money comes a very important and often triggering conversation that when left undiscussed, can make for a very challenging romantic ride. In fact, multiple studies have proven that fighting over money is the number one predictor for divorce in the United States. Ultimately, the relationship we cultivate with dollars and cents will have an existential impact on the relationships we cultivate with lovers and partners. That’s why I wanted to chat with Mara Meinhofer, a certified financial planner who works with individuals and couples on an emerging practice called Financial Therapy, which empowers people to bring a sense of mindfulness to their money, and ultimately, their lives. In this episode, we talk about how spenders and savers seem to always find each other, how our earliest childhood memories subconsciously steer our financial habits, the tell-tale signs of financial abuse, how to open our hearts to financially merge with a partner, and so much more. You can learn more about Mara here.   For more about Touchpoint Instagram Web

Someone once said, “It's not the load that breaks you down, it's the way you carry it.” I only say “someone” because the quotation has been attributed to at least three different people on the internet, and I really have no idea who said it. But citations aside, it’s pretty brilliant, right? After all, life’s challenges in bed, in love, anywhere really are basically measured by our preparedness for their arrival.  So what can we do to the lighten the load?  According to meditation teacher and author of the new book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, Emily Fletcher, meditation is the answer. Now if meditation feels like a heavy word, I get it.  For the uninitiated, it can feel a little daunting. And that’s why I wanted to chat with Emily about how meditation can change our lives, and make us better partners, lovers, and more. In this conversation, she shares her story from going from Broadway performer to internationally renowned meditation teacher, how meditation can dramatically improve our sex lives, the details of a wild fertility ceremony she did over Skype with a “secret shaman,” and gives us a window her new book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, which is officially in stores today! This episode is packed with tips and ideas on how mindful practices and meditation can shift the way you’re carrying your life around, and I’m excited to share it with you now. Here. We. Go. Love, Jmw.   About Emily Fletcher Stress Less, Accomplish More Ziva Meditation Instagram   About Touchpoint Website Instagram

Sierra had a crush on Cassandra in 9th grade.  But Cassandra didn't think she was into women at that point so it was a no go.  Fast forward to adulthood when they find each other again and fall in love.  And then, last week at our town hall, Sierra pops the question.  Spoiler alert: this episode contains our favorite Touchpoint moment so far. In addition to all that good loving, stories of "kink party" fails, intimate spreadsheets, never-too-late apologies for nonconsensual sex, and so much more. Here's the next episode of the Touchpoint Town Hall recorded live in New York City on February 5, 2019 at The Assemblage Nomad. Hosted by Touchpoint founder, Jared Matthew Weiss.   For more about Touchpoint: Web Insta

On this episode, I play a round of the Touchpoint sex tarot with Amy Chan, the founder of Renew Breakup Boot Camp—a shmancy retreat for women to heal after a breakup. While we explore the intimate details of Amy’s sex life—a conversation she admittedly doesn’t have very often—she does drop some knowledge around self-love, the brain chemistry of someone who is smitten, the discomfort we may feel when using dirty words, and what a potential road to long-term partnership could look like if we can just slow down.     For more about Amy: Web Insta   For more about Touchpoint: Web Insta

Too often, we accept things the way they are; leaving ourselves and others without what we really need to self-actualize and grow.  Too many desires go unmet.  Too many dreams go unfulfilled.  Too many words go unspoken. And too many relationships go on and on without reciprocity or joy.  In general, we tolerate things that feel wrong or seemingly could be better because we think, “That’s just the ways things are.  After all, it’s the way they’ve always been.”  But some people don’t think that way.  Some people are willing to disrupt the status quo in their lives or in the lives of others because they truly believe that things can be better—and they commit themselves to making it so. One of those people is Miki Agrawal. She’s the cofounder of the first-ever period-proof underwear for women, THINX, the founder of a bidet company, TUSHY, and the author of a new book called Disrupt-Her: A Manifesto for the Modern Woman which comes out today. In this episode, Miki shares about her new book, her burning man love story, the importance of building community, the art of authenticity, the love contract she shares with her husband with sexual stipulations, the effects of porn on a relationship, and so much more.   About Miki Her Website Buy the Book Instagram   About Touchpoint Instagram Website Subscribe to Newsletter

Alright. Let's get spiritual.  This week on the podcast, we have Master Kundalini Teacher, Hari Kaur.  So now you're possibly asking yourself, "WTF is Kundalini?" I totally feel you.  About eighteen months ago, I had no idea what it was either.  But then I met Hari––and along with my partner, Erin––I took her nine-month Kundalini teacher training program in New York City, and it totally rocked my world. Hari is an O.G. in the world of wellness and spirituality.  She's been training teachers for decades, has written two books, and has served as a guide and mentor for thousands of students.   In this week's episode, we talk about sex through the lens of spirituality.  She shares about her love life prior to putting on a turban, how her mystical marriage came to be, that foreplay should be seventy-two hours long when it's done right, and so much more. Recorded live in New York City in April of 2018.   Check out Hari's studio at http://www.harinyc.com/   For more info about Touchpoint, follow us on insta at @lovetouchpoint and on web at lovetouchpoint.com.

From squirting to consent, journaling to coming out, cosmic love to sexy spreadsheets, the storytellers from this last town hall stirred our souls, opened our minds, and made us laugh—a lot. Unfortunately, we had some serious technical glitches while recording, and so in some parts the sound quality is just terrible.  We wrestled with whether or not we should share the episode considering the low quality sound, but ultimately decided that we had to. I mean—whether in bed, in love, or at a live event—things are bound to go wrong.  Sometimes, it’s best to just acknowledge it out loud and let the show go on. So—without further ado—we give you the touchpoint town hall live from New York City on January 8, 2019.   Insta: @lovetouchpoint Web: lovetouchpoint.com

Many of us crave deeper connections with our partners--both in bed and in life, and tantra is the art and science of making that connection as deep as possible. In this conversation, Layla Martin, one of the most epic tantra teachers in the world, provides us with some foundational knowledge for tantric practices, and along the way, shares about her own childhood trauma, her path to sexual healing, and some practical tips to cultivate what she calls “epic sex and legendary love." To learn more about Layla, visit: Web: LaylaMartin.com Insta: @thelaylamartin FB: https://www.facebook.com/LaylaMartinisAwesome   For more information about Touchpoint: Web: lovetouchpoint.com Insta:@lovetouchpoint Medium: medium.com/lovetouchpoint  

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from talking to thousands of people about their sex lives it’s that we do not need to talk about sex to have sex—but we do need to talk about sex to have great sex. In this episode, I sit with power couple, Jen Miller and Jason Feifer. Jen is a published author and journalist who writes for the New York Times, The Washington Post, and more. Jason is the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine. They co-wrote a novel called Mr. Nice Guy about two dating columnists who sleep together once a week, and then review each other’s performances in their respective columns. In our conversation, they open up about the ups and downs of collaborating with a romantic partner, the ways in which talking about sex has changed their relationship, and share a few personal stories from their sexual pasts that you won’t want to miss. They’re an inspiring couple, incredible parents, and it was such a privilege to hang with them for a little while. Here. We. Go.   You can buy the book here. You can follow Jason on Instagram here. And you can learn more about Jen here.   -- Follow @lovetouchpoint on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter here.