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Swinging Pineapples: Ep 147 from 2023-07-31T13:40:19
Whats the appeal of swinging? Or the logistics? Here to bare all is returning guest Hannah Davis. Hannah is a 23 year oldsex educator from London, living in Newcastle upon Tyne. Her recent succ...
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All in the Feet: Ep 146 from 2023-05-01T15:25
Did you know that millions of people around the world have a foot fetish of some kind? To explore this, Im joined by pro dominatrix Domina Clarity who explains the roots of foot fetish, how people ...
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When They are Too into You: Ep 145 from 2023-04-24T18:19:25
When They are Too into You: Ep 145 First flushes of love can be super exciting, but can also obscure emotionally abusive behaviour. Mary Hayes from Women's Aid talks to me about how to spot the sig...
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Vintage Sex Guides: Ep 144 from 2023-04-18T12:24:09
From cherries to nagging wives, the world of vintage sex education is a mixed bag. Joining me this week is clinical sexologist Ness Cooper who shares her collection of vintage sex guides and shares...
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Circumcision: Episode 143 from 2023-04-05T08:45:34
Joining me to chat about adult circumcision is returning guest Dean O'Reilly, who talks us through the reasons for his adult circumcision. He speaks about phimosis and how common it is to be unable...
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We-Consent! Ep 142 from 2023-03-28T15:40:30
Joining me this week is Sarah Monaghan from Dublin Rape Crisis centre who is here to chat to me about their recent We-Consent campaign, which shows that consent can be playful as well as essential....
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Audio Erotica: Ep 141 from 2023-03-20T14:03:52
We are back baby! A short break turned into a longer one but we are back and making up for lost time! Joining me to re pop the podcast cherry is Celine Fierro, CEO of audio erotica app OhCleo who c...
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Sex Tapes and Celebrities: Ep 140 from 2022-07-11T04:00:43
Being a woman in the public eye is not an easy thing, especially when we throw sex into the mix. Camille Melissa Warning returns to the podcast to talk about sex tapes, scandals, trials, and more a...
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Vaginismus and Healing: Ep 139 from 2022-06-27T04:00:57
Vaginismus in an Irish context is something that has rarely been spoken of, leaving sufferers in the dark and doctors who have not received adequate training on the topic and risk causing harm.Join...
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Sex Work Duality: Ep 138 from 2022-06-20T04:00:01
Many people have an image in their heads of what a sex worker looks like, but this often doesnt match up to the reality. Dr Raven Bowen is here to explain sex work duality- when sex workers also ha...
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Queen of the Lesbians: Ep 137 from 2022-06-13T04:00:04
Glow West is back and in person! Joining me for a live podcast at Waterford Pride is Ms Gay Ireland Stephanie Fogarty, who chats to me about how she got her title, why stereotypes about lesbians ar...
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Fatphobia and Dating: Ep 136 from 2022-05-23T12:35:31
Fatphobia takes many different forms, from medical access to accessibility when it comes to sex toys and lingerie. Joining me to discuss this is sex educator in training Emma Martin Kelly. Emma cha...
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Stealthing and Stereotypes: Ep 135 from 2022-05-16T12:45
Some of us might be familiar with the term'stealthing', but it can have a few different interpretations that can impact how victims understand what has happened. Joining me to discuss this is Alex ...
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Clit Piercings: Ep 134 from 2022-05-09T14:13:47
The clitoris is an organ of wonder, and some people also wonder what it's like to get it pierced. Here to explain what its like to actually do this is sex educator Hannah Davis. Find Hannah at @han...
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Sex&Culture in SE Asia: Ep 133 from 2022-05-02T16:09:12
South East Asia is a vast place of around 10 different countries, but there are a lot of similiarities to Ireland in how sex is discussed and taught. Joining me to discuss this is Jingjin Liu from ...
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Surviving Sexual Assault: Ep 132 from 2022-04-18T08:56:51
Surviving Sexual Assault: Ep 132 Many people many experience sexual assault, and it is important to know that there there is so much help out there for people to reclaim power in their lives. Joini...
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Government Funded Porn: Ep 131 from 2022-04-04T04:00:22
Imagine if your government paid for public access porn- well, Germany did just that! Joining me to discuss what this looked like is feminist pornographer Paulita Pappel, who directed this film....
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Sex and Cheese Addiction: Ep 130 from 2022-03-30T04:00:08
A controversial definition, but we do need to talk about sex addiction. Is it real? What harm does it do? Joining me to discuss this is Silva Neves who works in this area and is the author of of Co...
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Sex Work Laws: Ep 129 from 2022-03-21T05:00:42
There are different ways to approach the issue of sex work, but which one might be the best way? Joining me to discuss this is sociologist Dr Niina Vuolajarvi, who researches sex work and migration...
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Queer Pop Music- Live! Ep 128 from 2022-03-07T10:55:51
Joining me for the second live Glow West podcast is PhD candidate David Carroll, who is studying queer pop music in the 80s. David chats to me about how Elvis set the scene for the 80s, how MTV cha...
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South Asia and Sex: Ep 127 from 2022-02-28T05:00:48
South Asia might seem on the surface to be quite conversative- but did you know there is a South Asian porn industry, hijab festivals, and thriving queer communities? Joining me to shine a light on...
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Lube it up! Ep 126 from 2022-02-24T05:00:35
Lube is one of the best inventions in this world - once you use the right one! Joining me to discuss why its so important to use the correct lube that is body safe is co-founder of Hanx lube, Sarah...
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Coming out as a sex worker: Ep 125 from 2022-02-21T05:00:07
Many sex workers keep their activity to themselves, which can be stressful and isolating. Coming out can be an option, with privilege attached. Joing me to discuss how she is coming out as a sex wo...
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Asking for Anal: Ep 124 from 2022-02-14T05:00:03
Anal is for everyone and sure if you're spicing up your sex life, amazing anal sex can be a lot of fun. Joining me today to walk us through how to have the best anal sex of your life is Dean O'Reil...
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Sex Work&Safety: Ep 123 from 2022-02-10T12:33:50
Recently, Amnesty International released a report on the experiences if sex workers in Ireland since the change in the law in 2017. To discuss this report I'm joined by current sex workers Poppy De...
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Feminist Porn: Ep 122 from 2022-02-07T05:00:43
Can porn be feminist? What could make porn feminist in the first place? To answer these questions, Im joined by feminist pornographer Paulita Pappel, found of lustery.com and hardwerk.com. She expl...
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Supporting Trans POC: Ep 121 from 2022-01-31T05:00:45
We know that trans people face additional challenges in life, but what about trans people of colour? Joining me to discuss this is Sabah Choudrey, author of Supporting Trans People of Colour. Find ...
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21st Century Sex Education: Ep 120 from 2022-01-24T05:00:53
What kind of questions about sex do people ask when they get to ask anonymous questions? Here to answer this is Grace Alice O'Shea, author of Sex Educated - a brand new book providing inclusive sex...
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Vigils and Violence: Ep 119 from 2022-01-19T14:58:51
Last week an online vigil was held to remember Ashling Murphy, recently murdered by a man. However, this vigil was disrupted in the most disgusting way. I talk to three of the women involved in thi...
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HIV and ART: Ep 118 from 2022-01-17T05:00:10
This episode sees artist and creator Luis Noguera Benitez share his story about what it was like to be diagnosed with HIV as he was preparing to move countries, and how he uses art to educate and c...
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Tortoise Shack Sunday Special–Call It Out from 2022-01-16T13:20:55
This week on the Sunday Special we were joined by Glow West podcast host, Dr Caroline West, Dublin Inquirer reporter, Shamim Malekmian and Adoption Rights and Clann Project co-founder, Claire McGet...
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186. Realities of Gender Based Violence&Potential Solutions from 2022-01-15T07:25:40
In this Reboot Republic Podcast Rory talks to Dr Caroline West (host of Glow West) about the issues of gender based violence in the context of the shocking murder of Ashling Murphy. Caroline talk...
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Queer Trans Porn: Ep 117 from 2022-01-10T05:00:38
What's it like to film queer porn- and to film porn in a pandemic? Joining me to share their experiences is queer porn performer Tommy Clifford who chats about remote filming porn in a pandemic, tr...
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The Politics of Sexual Pleasure: Ep 116 from 2022-01-03T05:00:33
There's more to the politics of sexual pleasure than just the orgasm gap. Joining me to discuss this is PhD researcher Katalin Zsiga who talks about her research and findings from around the world ...
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2022 New Year Revolutions–Plus Your Messages from 2022-01-01T07:19:28
In this very special tortoise shack podcast Dr Caroline West of Glow West joins Martin and Tony to talk the year to come, the resolutions and revolutions they want to see and the things that they w...
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Wrap it up! Ep 114 from 2021-12-20T05:00:29
Condoms, French letters, Johnnies- whatever you call them, condoms are an important part of sexual wellness. Joining me to discuss this topic is Mike Taylor from EXS condoms who put the fun back in...
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Sex Positivity: Ep 113 from 2021-12-13T05:00:15
Sex positivity has become a bit of a buzzword, but what does it actually mean, and how can we be sex positive in real life? Joining me to answer this is sex educator Natasha Lama who explores how w...
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Sex Toy Gift Guide: Ep 112 from 2021-12-06T05:00:10
Don't get boring presents this year - get some pleasure enhancing gifts for your loved one - and for yourself! Here to help you choose the right toy for you is the legendary Shawna Scott from sexsi...
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Sexting Season: Ep 111 from 2021-12-02T05:00:41
Online flirting can be just as fun as in person flirting, and hey with covid we have to get used to it! To help with getting you all hot and bothered via your phone, this episode explores the world...
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Positive Sexual Rights : Ep 110 from 2021-11-29T05:00:36
November 30th is the International Day of Consent, and to celebrate this I am joined by Dr Siobhan O'Higgins and Siobhan Healy-Cullen from Active* Consent who explain what sexual rights are, how we...
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Slut Pages- WTF?? Ep 109 from 2021-11-22T05:00:10
Ever heard of the term'slut pages'? To discuss this disturbing trend, I'm joined by Professor Megan Maas who researches this area. The use of violence as a bonding tool is disturbing and we need to...
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Sexual Pleasure- Live and in Person! Ep 108 from 2021-11-15T10:18:26
Glow West was finally live in front of a lovely audience, and I had the perfect guest joining me to pop this cherry. Aoife Drury, sex therapist and PhD candidate joined me to explore what sexual pl...
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Sexual Racism: Ep 107 from 2021-11-08T05:00:36
What is sexual racism? Here to discuss this with me is activist and writer Pradeep Mahadeshwar. Born in India and living in Ireland, he has experienced sexual racism on a structural and individual ...
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Sex in the Sixties: ep 106 from 2021-11-04T09:57:07
The swinging sixties - a wild time, everyone having fun, right?? Eh... not quite. Lifting the lid on what sex was really like in the 1960s is Peter Doggett, author of'Growing Up: Sex in the Sixties...
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Sex, Cancer and Pleasure: Ep 105 from 2021-11-01T05:00:54
For those of us who experience cancer, sex can be a tricky topic, and certainly one that there is not a lot of information on. Thankfully, sexologist Tess Deveze is here to talk to us about how we ...
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Incels and the Internet: Ep 104 from 2021-10-25T04:00:55
We might have heard of the term incels, but what do they actually do and should we be afraid of them? Joining me to discuss this is Dr Debbie Ging to explore what incels are, their connection to mi...
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Popping Our Way to Pleasure: Ep 103 from 2021-10-21T12:01:54
Curious about poppers and using them during sex? You're not alone, and author Adam Zmith has just published an excellent book about the history of poppers and their connection to sex, particualry w...
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Consent and Kids: Ep 102 from 2021-10-18T04:00:50
One of the most common questions we hear is''how do I speak to my kids about consent?', and at what age. To explore this, I'm joined by educator Nadine Thornhill who works with parents to talk to t...
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What’s in a Sex Toy? Ep 101 from 2021-10-14T12:50:11
Do you know what your sex toys are made of? some sex toys are made of material that can melt, which is definitely not what you want going in or on your body! Thankfully, sex toys will now be regula...
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Exploring Sexual Wellness: Ep 100 from 2021-10-11T04:00:49
We speak a lot about sexual wellness on the podcast, but what actually is sexual wellness, and how can we enjoy it? For the 100th episode, I am lucky to be joined by Jay Watts who explains how we c...
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Popeye was Right–Food&Sex: Ep 99 from 2021-10-04T04:00:06
Popeye was on to something when he gulped down tons of spinach, as spinach is one of the best things you can eat for wellness- including sexual wellness. Joining me this week to discuss how food ca...
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Sex for Medicine and Healing: Ep 98 from 2021-09-27T04:00:46
Sex isn't just fun - its medicine and a way to heal from trauma. To explain how this works, I'm joined by Devi Ward Erickson who shares how tantra can help help people and taps into medicine, spiri...
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Consent Clarity: Ep 97 from 2021-09-20T04:00:23
There are a lot of different ways to think and talk about consent, and consent theory can update quickly as we learn more about consent and sexual violence. Joining me to discuss some of these diff...
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Personal Ads and Pineapple Parties: Ep 96 from 2021-09-13T04:00:25
The history of dating is a wild ride from personal ads that'proper'women could write but not be seen to write, to swinger parties in the 1970s. Joining me to discuss the history- and future- of dat...
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Queer Dick Pics and Dating Apps : Ep 95 from 2021-09-06T04:00:03
Is a dick pic perceived the same way for queer people using dating apps? How do we view digital sexual violence and digital consent? Joining me to explore these topics is Dr. Chris Dietzel who comp...
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OnlyFans and Freedom: Ep 94 from 2021-08-30T04:00:35
With OnlyFans in the news lately for attempting to remove all sexual content from their platform, its important to listen to the sex workers affected by this. Joining me this week is Royalti on Whe...
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Rough and Unwanted: Ep 93 from 2021-08-26T04:00:43
Unwanted choking and facials- all far too common and all part of the spectrum of sex violence when done without consent. Joining me to discuss how we figure out how non consensual violence found it...
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Sex work, ear-gasms, and the LOLs: Ep 92 from 2021-08-23T04:00:39
Sex is a serious business for some, but where's the space for the fun? Joining me this week is sex educator Tim Langan who chats about his experiences as a sex worker and sex educator and using hum...
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Positive Polyamory: Ep 91 from 2021-08-16T04:00:02
There is a lot of information and misinformation out there on the topic of polyamory. To help us navigate our way through this, Ruth Crean joins me to discuss the realities of being poly. Ruth is p...
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Breakups and Boundaries: Ep 90 from 2021-08-09T07:37:09
Breakups are no fun, most of the time. But they are something that most of us will experience whether it is a good or bad experience. Here to help make this more of a positive experience is educato...
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Victim Blaming: Ep 89 from 2021-08-02T04:00:33
While we must talk about sexual violence, we also need to talk about what happens afterwards. Victim blaming is prolific in many societies, and has a devastating effect on victims. Joining me to di...
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Healthy Relationships: Ep 88 from 2021-07-26T07:54:09
We might hear a lot about abuse and unhealthy relationships, but what does a healthy relationship actually look like? Here to help is sexologist Naomi Hutchings who works to help people understand ...
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The Right to Ride: Ep 87 from 2021-07-19T04:00:30
July is Disability Awareness Month so joining me to discuss sex and disability is activitist (and legend!) Alannah Murray. Alannah explains how the right to ride is a fundamental human right but di...
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Non-Binary Awareness Week: Ep 86 from 2021-07-15T04:00:48
This week is international non-binary awareness week and to celebrate this I'm joined by Mx Bel Morrigan. Bel explains what being non-binary looks like, how other people interpret it, and what the ...
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Erectile Ups and Downs: Ep 85 from 2021-07-12T04:00:25
If you have a penis, there's a high chance you might experience erectile dysfunction at some point regardless of age. Joining me this week is the wonderful Dr. Reece Malone, who specialises in this...
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Sex and the Selfie: Ep 84 from 2021-07-08T04:00:29
Is the selfie a tool for empowerment or exploitation? Who really gets to control the image of women online? Joining me to discuss this on a special bonus episode is Mary McGill, author of the newly...
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Bye Bye Biphobia: Ep 83 from 2021-07-05T04:00:33
It's all about the b today- bisexuality! Joining me this week is Ellen Reid, a PhD researcher who looked at bisexualities and the experiences of bi people in Ireland. We discuss language, biphobia ...
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Stalking Campaign Update: Ep 82 from 2021-07-04T19:13:05
Joining me for an update on their stalking legislation campaign are Una Ring and Eve McDowell from stalking.ie. We discuss the impact on victims, and how the interactions with support services and ...
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Consent Live Panel: Ep 81 from 2021-06-24T04:00:24
Another fab live panel episode, this time on consent! Joining me for this live discussion were Kitty Stryker, Richard M.Wright, Siobhan O'Higgins, Lade Ganikale, and Sarah Casper. We chat about al...
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Sexual Rights, not Sexual Wrongs: Ep 80 from 2021-06-21T04:00:54
What kind of world would we be living in if we had a bill of sexual rights? Here to help us imagine this is Lisa De Pagter, who is a youth ambassador for sexual and gender rights in the Netherlands...
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Healing from Sexual Trauma: Ep 79 from 2021-06-14T04:00:43
Sexual violence is prevalent in our society, but there is hope for people who have experienced this, and there are lots of different ways to heal. Joining me this week is sex therapist Angie Gunn w...
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Sex and Disability : Ep 78 from 2021-06-07T04:00:02
Yes disabled people have sex, but you often wouldn't think so if you believed the media or some medical personnel. Thankfully, activist Andrew Gurza is here to challenge this notion. Andrew is th...
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What’s Next After Pride? Live panel: Ep 77 from 2021-06-03T10:47:51
Joining me for a live panel to discuss LGBTQIA representation, queer joy, and more are trans&intersex activist and scholar Adeline Berry, artist and activist Shar Nolan, comedian and podcaster Mart...
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Snacks and Pandemic Porn: Ep 76 from 2021-05-31T04:00
If you ever wondered what it was like to shoot socially distanced porn in the pandemic, my guest this week is here to tell you all about it. Ramses Rodstein is a trans queer porn performer and chat...
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Strap it on me! Ep 75 from 2021-05-24T04:00:11
To peg or not to peg, that is the question. Joining me this week to discuss the world of strap on play is the legendary Nenna Joiner from FeelMore, a adult shop based in California. Nenna walks us...
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Sex, Sequins, and Eurovision: Ep 74 from 2021-05-20T07:49:36
It's Eurovision week! So of course we had to have a bonus episode to mark the glorious campness of Eurovision. Joining me to chat about sex and Eurovision is Dr Jamie Halliwell, who has researched ...
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Adventures of a Lost Butt Plug: Ep 73 from 2021-05-17T04:00:25
Anal play is fun for a lot of people, but this episode reminds us that its important to have the right tools for the job. This week, Emma tells us about her recent experience of losing a butt plug ...
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Pleasure, Pain, Philosophy, and Patriarchy: EP 72 from 2021-05-10T04:00:47
While an orgasm gap might seem simple on the surface, there can be so much more behind it. Joining me this week to discuss this is podcast host and philosopher Bobo Matjila, who breaks down why ple...
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Stalking and the Law: Ep 71 from 2021-05-03T04:00:37
Did you know that there is currently no law against stalking in Ireland? With stalking being an issue that a lot of people experience, we need to talk about this and why the law has not taken it as...
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Sex in Modern Ireland: Live Panel Ep. 70 from 2021-04-29T04:00:42
Joining me for a live panel to discuss what sex and relationships look like in Ireland now are sex educator Grace Alice O'Shea, sex therapist Fidelia Idgoho, dating researcher Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilt...
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Where’s your mind at? Ep 69 from 2021-04-26T04:00:30
We've heard about mindfulness when it comes to yoga or mental health support, but it can also be used to improve your sex life and relationship with pleasure. Joining me this week to discover how m...
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Image Based Sexual Abuse: Ep 68 from 2021-04-19T04:00:25
IBSA is a very common problem in Ireland unfortunately, and we are still understanding the scale of this form of violence. This episode is a hard listen as we cover Roísín Nic Lochlainn's story abo...
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One…Two…Three Times the Fun? Ep 67 from 2021-04-12T04:00:50
Threesomes - treble the fun? Sometimes, sometimes not. Threesomes can be a great experience or a negative one, and to guide us along the process is sex educator and author Stella Harris, who has ju...
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International Asexuality Day: Ep 66 from 2021-04-05T04:00:05
Sexuality itself is a spectrum, and within that asexuality is its own spectrum. Joining me this week to explore what asexuality means is activist Yasmin Benoit, who co-created International Asexual...
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Trans Day of Visibility: Ep 65 from 2021-03-31T08:20:04
March 31st is Trans Day of Visibility, and to discuss some of the issues facing trans people currently Im joined by sex educator Andy Duran from California, and activists Lilith Carroll and Jay Pop...
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A Journey for Healthcare: Ep 64 from 2021-03-29T04:00:43
The 31st of March is Trans Day of Visibility, and in honour of this there are two episodes focusing on trans people this week. First up is Noah and Fionn's journey to travel to Poland in February t...
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Sex Work Spectrums: Ep 63 from 2021-03-22T05:00:20
Sex work takes a lot of different forms, and this week sex worker and educator Andre Shatki is here to talk us through her experiences. From wrestling to stripping, Andre takes us through what the ...
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Erotica, Dinosaurs and Writing Sex: Ep 62 from 2021-03-15T05:00:59
Ever think porn isn't for you and you're more of an imagination person? Maybe erotica is for you so! Joining me this week is erotica writer and editor Rachel Kramer Bussel who explains why people ...
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International Women’s Day–Live Panel: Ep 61 from 2021-03-09T14:22:15
For International Womens Day, we held a live panel with some incredible sex educators such as Tatyannah K. King, Ginny Fitzgerald, Robin Wilson-Beattie, Justine Ang Fonte, Carly S., and Yael the Se...
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Feck off Sexual Shame: Ep 60 from 2021-03-08T05:00:47
Most of us aren't immune to feeling a sense of shame around our bodies or our sexual desire or identity. This can lead to a lack of confidence or a lack of pleasure on our terms. Sex educator Rukia...
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International Women’s Day–Tortoise Shack Live from 2021-03-07T14:36:53
This week Caroline, Linda and Vicky hosted a phenomenal Live Podcast with an incredible panel that included our newest Tortoise Shack family member, Joella Dhlamini, Senator Eileen Flynn, Activist ...
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To Squirt or Not to Squirt: Ep 59 from 2021-03-01T05:00:47
Squirting is very on trend at the moment, to say the least. But it's not new, and it's also something that you don't have to do just because it's really popular in porn. The Millennial Sexpert Java...
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Consent: Where to Start Ep 58 from 2021-02-25T05:00:59
The incredible Active Consent crew are launching an 8 week campaign about how YOU can support a friend if they disclose a sexual assault to you. To celebrate this, we have a bonus episode of the Gl...
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Sexual Myth-Busting: Ep 57 from 2021-02-22T08:15:47
We have all heard lots of different misinformation and myths about sex, but thankfully sex educator Karishma Swarup is here to bust those myths and give us factual and fun information about sex. Wh...
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Shiny Magpies: The Rubber Life Ep 56 from 2021-02-15T05:00:23
Do you like shiny things and a feeling of being wrapped up? You might just find that you have a bit of a rubber fetish! Joining me this week is legendary Dominatrix Miss Kim Rub, who chats to me ab...
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Discovering Desire: Ep 55 from 2021-02-08T05:00:31
It can be difficult to figure out what we really want from sex and what authentic sex looks like to us. Here to help us with this is author Tracy Clark-Flory who has written her new book Want Me on...
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Reproductive Justice: ep 54 from 2021-02-01T05:00:54
Did you know that there is a difference between reproductive rights and reproductive justice? Sex educator and abortion support worker Irma Garcia is here to explain this concept, and shows us why...
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Cucumbers & Blowjobs Ep: 31 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ever wondered how to ramp up your fellatio skills?
Join Caroline as she chats to blowjob instructor and sex educator Linnea Marie about killing it in the blowjob game. Linnea explains...
A Question of Consent – Justine Ang Fonte – Ep 17 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Consent is a conversation that we need to have urgently. Join Caroline this week as she chats to Justine Ang Fonte as she explains why it's important to teach consent at a young age. She outlines h...
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Puberty, Parenting, and Sex: Ep 53 from 2021-01-29T05:00:45
Joining me for the first live podcast of 2021 is sex educator Sarah Sproule, who supports parents to talk to their children about sex. Sarah chats about getting over anxieties and fears around talk...
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On the couch with kink and therapy: Ep 52 from 2021-01-25T05:00:12
What happens if you have a mix of domestic abuse, kink, relationships issues and you need therapy? Therapist Stefani Goerlich, author of The Leather Couch, is here to chat about how she helps trai...
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Shopping for Sex: Ep 51 from 2021-01-18T05:00:16
Ever wonder how sex shops are regulated or designed? Or what its like to go to a sex conference? Sexademic Dr Paul Maginn is here to chat to us about the different types of sex shops, protests, and...
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Butt Adventures: Ep 50 from 2021-01-11T05:00:55
Many of us might be curious about anal sex but might be put off by negative previous experience or concerns over potential mess. Here to walk you through steps towards a fun and pleasurable experie...
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Tortoise Shack Sunday Special: Covid, Coups and Fox Sex! from 2021-01-10T14:06:35
Another crazy week is done and the Sunday Special Live Podcast was back to break it all down. This week Dr Caroline West of Glow West led Dr Vicky Conway from Policed and Martin and Tony to go thro...
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Ep.49–Sex and Sobriety from 2021-01-07T09:00:55
Some of us may be trying out Dry January and reassessing our relationship with various substances. This could also be a time to reflect on your relationship with sex and subtances, as it might be h...
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Making 2021 the year of Sexual Empowerment: Ep 48 from 2021-01-04T05:00:04
New year, new resolutions. In this case, we are encouraging you to make some resolutions to empower yourself to have a happier and healthier sex life.Here to guide you through this process is rom...
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Ep.20: Tortoise Shack Sunday Special with Ejiro Ogbevoen and Dawn Foster from 2021-01-03T14:02:13
We are back and this week Linda Hayden leads Caroline, Martin, Tony and Vicky through the week that was. Plus we were thrilled to be joined by Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Ejiro Ogbevoen and Jou...
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Sex and the Digital World: Ep 47 from 2020-12-28T05:00:01
Sex and the internet - there's more to the conversation than just the porn industry. Joining me for a deep dive into sex and the digital world with the authors of #NSFW:Sex, Humor, and Risk in Soc...
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Sex Addiction, Language, and Trauma: Ep 46 from 2020-12-21T05:00:58
The concept of sex or porn addiction is a contentious one, and one that can be very confusing for those who may feel they experience this. Shining a light on this is sex therapist Aoife Drury, who...
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19. Sunday Special–2020, So how was it for You? from 2020-12-20T14:02:19
In this, the last live Sunday Special of 2020, Dr Vicky Conway of Policed took the lead and asked Linda Hayden of PAC Woman, Dr Caroline West of Glow West and Tony (Martin is milking his illness) f...
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Tongue techniques: Ep 45 from 2020-12-14T05:00:39
Your tongue isn't just for talking- there's a lot of fun to be had between the sheets and between someones'legs with your tongue! Explaining how and why are husband&wife sex educator team Lady Vee ...
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You and your hand: Ep 44 from 2020-12-07T05:00:48
Your hand is a magical thing. No, really. It is capable of giving immense pleasure, and sex educator Allison Moon is here to tell us how and why. She walks us through the art of using your fingers ...
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Sunday Special–From Brexit to Zorgies! from 2020-12-06T14:47:31
Sunday afternoon means Sunday Special and lots of laughs. This week Linda took the reins and was joined by returning champion, Aoife Martin, journalist Jack Horgan-Jones and an udience of our membe...
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Masturbation&Good Vibes: Ep 43 from 2020-12-03T05:00:46
Bonus episode time! I'm joined by head of sexual empowerment at Womanizer (what a great job title!) Johanna Rief who explains why air suction vibrators are so revolutionary and a great addition to...
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HIV and Healthcare: Ep 42 from 2020-11-30T05:00:58
December 1st is World Aids Day, and in honour of this I'm joined by an amazing panel of researchers and activists to discuss HIV and AIDS. Robbie Lawlor, Thomas Strong, and Elena Vaughan share thei...
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Ep.16–Tortoise Shack Sunday Special: The Toys Show from 2020-11-29T14:10:07
We've just finished our weekly Live podcast with you, our members. We had a lot to cover and despite the heavy subject matter, Caroline made it fun and informative. We discussed:Image Based Sexua...
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Power, Sex, and Kink: Ep 41 from 2020-11-23T05:00:37
Joining Caroline this week is sex educator Sarah Sloane, educator with dating app Hashtag Open. Sarah chats about what its like to date while being poly&kinky, and how to spot healthy power dynamic...
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Tortoise Shack Sunday Special Ep.15 from 2020-11-22T13:53:59
This week Tony was"hosting"and was joined by Caroline, Linda, Martin and Vicky for our usual dive into the weeks news and some stories you might have missed out on. We had a lot to cover. We discus...
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Radical Consent: Ep 40 from 2020-11-19T05:00:32
Glow West is taking part in the International Festival of Consent, and this bonus episode sees Caroline chat to consent activist Richard M. Wright. Richard looks at how can redefine consent, and re...
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The Art of Flirting: Ep 39 from 2020-11-16T06:00:53
Joining Caroline this week is sex educator Marla Stewart who is here to chat to us about the art of flirting. Marla gives advice on how to increase your confidence before and during flirting, and h...
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Bodies and Bondage: Ep 38 from 2020-11-09T06:00:35
Ever been curious about being tied up, or tying someone up? This week, bondage queen Midori is here to walk us through the finer points of bondage. She discusses techniques, material, power dynamic...
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Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 13–A More Hopeful Week. from 2020-11-08T14:11:13
This week Dr Vicky Conway took the lead and brought Martin, Linda and Tony through the stories of the week. We were joined by Special Guests, Adeline Berry, Rhona McCord and Aoife-Grace Moore as ...
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Cuddles and compassion: Ep 37 from 2020-11-02T07:00:18
Joining Caroline this week is Dr. Yoni Alkan, a certified cuddle party facilitator and sex educator. He explains why cuddling and touch is so important, and outlines the essential differences betwe...
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Tortoise Shack Sunday Special Ep.12: #LeoTheLeak from 2020-11-01T14:00:08
What a week. This week Caroline West of Glow West took the lead and led Linda, Martin and Tony through some of the stories of the week and on into others that flew a little under the radar.
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Spells, Sex, and Witches: Ep 36 from 2020-10-29T07:52:48
Bonus episode time! As its Halloween, let's take a deep dive into one of the most feared and misunderstood aspects of Halloween: the witch. Far from just being a scary woman in a pointy hat, my gue...
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Intersex & Identity: Ep 35 from 2020-10-26T08:00:13
It's #intersexawarenessday and intersex people make up almost 2% of the worlds' population. This week, intersex activist Diana James and researcher Dr. Tanya Ní Mhuirthile are here to explain what ...
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Sexual liberation: Ep 34 from 2020-10-22T07:00:39
Its live podcast time again! Joining Caroline this time is sex blogger and future sex therapist Tatyannah K King. Tatyannah delves into how we can work towards sexual liberation, and figure out wha...
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Dating, dick pics and deception: Ep 33 from 2020-10-19T00:00:28
This week on Glow West, Caroline is joined by dating researcher Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton. Nicola tells us what she's discovered about dating during the pandemic, and what the most successful dating ...
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Sex, Innovation, and Disability: Ep 32 from 2020-10-12T00:00:53
Join Caroline this week for a slightly longer than usual episode as we take a deep dive into the topic of sex and disability with sex educator and advocate Robin Wilson-Beattie. Robin is a disabled...
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Ep.9 Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial from 2020-10-11T14:04:45
This week Tony, Linda, Martin and Caroline talked about the upcoming #Budget2021 and why our Dept of Finance is trapped in a 1920's mindset, how the laws around Sex Work continue to make things uns...
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Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 8 from 2020-10-04T13:38:18
This week Linda Hayden of the PAC Woman Podcast took the helm and led Martin, Vicky, Caroline and myself through some of the news of the week. We were joined by 2 Special Guests, journalist with th...
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Female Genital Mutilation Ep: 30 from 2020-09-27T23:04:19
This week, Caroline is joined on the podcast by Dr. Caroline Munyi from Akidwa.ie. Dr. Munyi works to end the practice of FGM, which occurs in 29 countries across the world, with approximately 6000...
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Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial with Hazel Chu and Joe Haslam from 2020-09-27T13:12:19
This week Dr Vicky Conway of the Policed in Ireland Podcast takes the reins and leads Linda, Caroline, Martin and Tony through the stories of the week, the culture corner and one story that definit...
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Dying with Dignity Ep: 29 from 2020-09-23T23:37:21
Join Caroline on Glow West this week as campaigner Vicky Phelan shares her story of battling cervical cancer and the HSE. Vicky speaks about self care when diagnosed with a terminal illness, and wh...
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Big and little orgasms – Masturbation & self care Ep: 28 from 2020-09-21T01:00:05
Join Glow West this week as we have a fun romp through the world of self pleasure and orgasms with sex edutainment extraordinaire Dirty Lola. Lola talks about how to maximise your masturbation expe...
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Vaginismus and Me: Ep.27 from 2020-09-14T01:00:27
This week on Glow West Caroline is joined by Lisa Mackenzie, co-founder of the Vaginismus Network which is a UK based support network for people who suffer from vaginismus. Lisa talks about her jou...
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Tortoise Shack Live #SundaySpecial from 2020-09-13T12:55:37
These Live Pods are so much fun. This week we covered the latest political opinion poll, the McGregor arrest, gender reveal parties, sex work submissions and then journalist Peter McGuire joined us...
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Period Poverty and Eco Friendly Periods: Ep 26 from 2020-09-10T21:47:47
In this live episode Glow West explores how we can make periods sustainable and inclusive. Caroline speaks to Claire Hunt from Homeless Period Ireland and Ella Daish, activist and campaigner to end...
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Visual Terrorism & Sex Work Images: Ep.25 from 2020-09-07T05:52:06
How can a photo be weaponised? Caroline is joined this week by PhD researcher Camille Waring who discusses the politics of sex work imagery. A sex worker and academic, Camille explains how photos ...
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Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial Ep.4 from 2020-09-06T13:25:36
The Tortoise Shack Live is back and this week Caroline, Martin, Linda and Vicky were joined by Anne Marie Quilligan, Conner Habib and Simon McGarr to talk the news of the week, police powers, Trave...
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Revenge Porn aka Image Based Sexual Abuse Ep.24 from 2020-09-03T22:45:25
In this live recording Caroline is joined by sexual violence campaigner and host of PACwoman podcast Linda Hayden. We chat to support worker Susan Walsh from the Sexual Health Centre in Cork, and M...
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Self love and stretch marks: Ep 23 from 2020-08-31T00:00:43
This week the Glow West podcast explores the body positivity movement with Stephanie Yeboah, author of Fattily Ever After. Stephanie explains how the community has been co-opted by brands and why t...
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Tortoise Shack #SundaySpecial 3 from 2020-08-30T12:38:44
Here is our latest Live Online Podcast featuring Caroline West, Linday Hayden, Martin McMahon, Tony Groves and Vicky Conway. This week we discussed THAT Irish Times headline, the new powers around ...
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Sex Work, The Law, and Safety : Ep22 from 2020-08-27T20:16:56
Join Glow West for another live podcast, this time with Kate McGrew from Sex Workers Alliance Ireland. Kate explains how covid has impacted sex workers in Ireland, and why it is important for sex w...
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The Business of Bras : EP21 from 2020-08-24T06:00:27
Cora Harrington aka The Linger Addicts joins Caroline this week on Glow West to delve into the world of lingerie. They talk about getting the perfect bra measurements and fabric, and how gender, di...
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Sharks, periods, and virginity myths : Ep 20 from 2020-08-17T06:00:57
Join Caroline this week as she chats to OB-GYN Dr. Jenn Conti.
As the author of The Vagina Book, Jenn busts some myths about periods, virginity, and explores if the G-spot rea...
Tortoise Shack Sunday Special from 2020-08-16T12:18:02
August and the Dáil recess is usually a quiet time in the news. But Covid changed everything. So we got the growing Tortoise Shack family together, in front of an online audience of our members, to...
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Ep 19: Mr Leather Ireland: Pride and Community from 2020-08-10T06:00:33
Some people struggle to come out. Fionn Scott took a different approach and came out via national media. Fionn is an advocate for the fetish and leather communities in Ireland and abroad, and was c...
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Phone Sex and Covid Erotica Ep 18 from 2020-08-07T10:28:56
Join Caroline for another live Glow West podcast. This time she chats to Jessie Sage and April Would about their work creating audio erotica.
They chat about the difference bet...
Condoms Trains and Reproductive Fascism Ep.16 from 2020-07-27T06:00:34
Join Caroline on episode 16 as she chats to Donna J. Drucker, author and lecturer. Donna delves into the history of contraception around the world, its ugly racist and fascist past and explores the...
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Miss Ireland’s Knickers Ep.15 from 2020-07-20T06:00:59
Join Caroline this week as she chats to Yvonne Costelloe about her life. Yvonne was almost nude in Playboy as a 15 year old, won Miss Ireland at 17, ran a lingerie shop in 1980s Ireland, and is now...
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Black Pride Ireland Ep.14 from 2020-07-13T06:00
Episode 14 features a conversation with Rayann and Diana from Black Pride Ireland as they outline why they set up the group, and what they plan for the future.
They discuss wha...
Ep 13: Relationship Recovery from 2020-07-06T06:00:44
Join Caroline for episode 13 as she chats to Dr. Marianne Brandon, a sex therapist and clinical psychologist. Dr. Brandon outlines how relationships can recover from affairs, how monogamy doesn't a...
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Trans Visibility in Ireland Ep.12 from 2020-06-29T05:38:27
Listen in to Caroline's chat with Aoife Martin and Noah Halpin, a trans woman and trans man, as they explain what's it's like to be trans in Ireland. They outline what trans healthcare is like to a...
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Gender Killer on the Loose Ep.11 from 2020-06-23T07:49:58
Join Caroline as she chats to Alber Saborío, one of the founders of Gender.rip, a trans led art collective in Dublin. Alber talks about making art that explores trauma, sexuality and the trans expe...
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End Direct Provision with Bulelani Mfaco from 2020-06-15T06:49:17
Join Glow West for its tenth episode as Caroline hosts a live podcast with Bulelani Mfaco.
Bulelani is a gay asylum seeker from South Africa who is an advocate for MASI, the M...
Polyamory, Race, and Relationship Anarchy: Ep 9 from 2020-06-08T05:58:40
Is there a right way to do polyamory? Join Glow West this week as married couple Kevin and Antoinette Patterson explain polyamory in practice. They explore how race intersects with polyamory and se...
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Adventures in Sextech – Cindy Gallop Ep.8 from 2020-06-01T08:53:16
Join Caroline this week where she chats to Cindy Gallop, a marketing mogul and the brains behind makelovenotporn.com.
Cindy outlines how sextech and social media interact, why...
Referendum Refelections Ep.7 from 2020-05-25T06:24:29
This episode looks back at the Marriage Equality and Abortion Referendums in Ireland. Listen to my chat with grassroots campaigners Tracey and Karen, as we discuss how they got involved, the highli...
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Melted Dildos – with Shawna Scott from 2020-05-22T05:32:34
This week marks the first live podcast for Glow West and it was a joint event with the wonderful Rachel O'Neill from Disturbing the Peace podcast.
We chatted to Shawna Scott fr...
Lenny Abrahamson on #NormalPeople from 2020-05-08T10:35:28
It was a great treat to be joined for another of our Tortoise Shack Live in #LockDown podcasts by filmmaker, director and Live Line content creator, Lenny Abrahamson. Caroline, Tony and Martin ask ...
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Juicy Lucy and Dry Dora Ep.4 from 2020-04-20T07:02:43
Joan Price is a 76 year old sex educator and author of Sex After Grief, and Naked at Our Age. She joins Caroline to discuss how she became a sex educator in her 50s, how to maintain an active sex l...
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Identity: Intersex and Sex Work with Adeline Berry from 2020-04-13T06:48
Joining us in episode three is the amazing Adeline Berry, who is trans, intersex, and a sex worker. She joins Caroline to discuss identity, labour, and the politics of running a dungeon and fightin...
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Herpes and Me – with Jenelle Marie Pierce from 2020-04-06T08:32:54
Join us for episode two where Caroline chats with Jenelle Marie Pierce from the stiproject.com. In this episode, Jenelle discusses her work to spread awareness of sexually transmitted infections, a...
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Wetter is Better with Samantha Evans Ep.1 from 2020-03-30T06:00:38
This first episode of Glow West features an interview with Samantha Evans. Sam is a sex educator who is passionate about sexual health and wellness, and she also runs an online sex shop called Jodi...
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Introducing Glow West from 2020-03-28T11:21:16
Welcome along to Glow West, the podcast that talks about sex, sexuality and the body from a sexual wellness perspective. Every week Dr Caroline West will shine a soft light on on many aspects of se...
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