The Sex Wrap

Today we are revisiting our bonus episode talking about why it is important to vote in the Midterm elections! We mention a few registration websites in the podcast: ⁠Rock the Vote, ⁠and ⁠Vote.org⁠. We also talk about ⁠I side with⁠ to find out how candidates' stances on issues align with yours. Also, check out MTV's voting strategy of ⁠bringing a friend⁠!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we break down what top, bottom, vers, and side mean, and why “which one are you?” might not be the best question to ask. We look at how these labels show up and what they can imply socially, and how to talk with partners about what you like (and how you don't have to talk about what you like with people who aren't partners!!... tune in and ally better! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I wish I could just be gay." There's a name for this: heteropessimism, being openly embarrassed or hopeless about straight dating while still doing it. This week we look at what's behind these feelings: the orgasm gap, the chore gap, the invisible mental load, and issues with dating apps. But this episode is not about blaming men; there are things that everyone can do to help shift away from heteropessimism, and we end the episode with some recommendations and challenges to take out into the streets (and sheets!) with you! Episodes referenced: Episode 257, How men can stand up for femmes on dating apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting a reactive ("positive") test result is hard enough on its own. But then comes the part nobody prepares you for: the conversations. This week on The Sex Wrap, we're breaking down the partner notification process without the shame spiral. We'll walk you through what to say, how to say it, and what to do when someone doesn't take it well. Because telling your partners is one of the most responsible and caring things you can do. We're also covering anonymous notification options, what information you're actually obligated to share, and how to take care of your mental health through it all. You got the result. Now let's get through the next step together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You did everything right — you had the talk, you asked for the results, and then... silence. This week on The Sex Wrap, we're unpacking the frustrating moment of someone disappearing the moment sexual health comes up. Is it shame? Fear? A red flag you should've clocked sooner? We're getting into why asking for STD results is still taboo, what the ghosting really means, and how to protect yourself, emotionally and physically, when someone can't handle the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices