We often talk about all things “modern” on our show. Modern love, modern sex, modern relationships. However, today we decided to switch things up and go back in time. We have invited the incredible Dr. Kate Lister onto our show to give us a history lesson on sex workers, non monogamy and all things sex! Dr Kate Lister is a lecturer in the School of Arts and Communication at Leeds Trinity University. She primarily researches the literary history of sex work and curates the online research project, Whores of Yore, an interdisciplinary digital archive for the study of historical sexuality. Kate has also published in the medical humanities, material culture, Victorian studies and Neo-Medievalism. She regularly writes about the history of sexuality for inews, Vice, and the Welcome Trust and won the Sexual Freedom Publicist of the Year Award in 2017. We can’t wait to get into it!

About the Guest:
Dr. Kate Lister
Bio: Dr Kate Lister is a lecturer in the School of Arts and Communication at Leeds Trinity University. Kate primarily researches the literary history of sex work and curates the online research project, Whores of Yore, an interdisciplinary digital archive for the study of historical sexuality. Kate has also published in the medical humanities, material culture, Victorian studies and Neo-Medievalism. She regularly writes about the history of sexuality for inews, Vice, and the Welcome Trust. Kate won the Sexual Freedom Publicist of the Year Award in 2017.
Website: https://www.thewhoresofyore.com/
Twitter: @WhoresofYore & @k8_lister
Instagram: @more_whores_of_yore & @drkatelister
TikTok: @k8_lister
Podcast: Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/betwixt-the-sheets-the-history-of-sex-scandal-society/id1612090432

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ZHL82VuiZC0

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: I have been working as a sex educator since 2014. First as a non-monogamous educator and podcaster with my partner. In April 2021 I decided that I wanted to expand my knowledge surrounding sex education and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. I have recently completed my fourth Core Course with my Institute and I am a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent. I am currently starting a waitlist to work with clients both online and in-person. Read more about Somatic Sex Education and Sexological Bodywork is: https://www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/about

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. My emphasis is on emerging from shame, increased choicefulness, pattern recognition, improved communication & boundary setting. I hold a space where my clients can safely and authentically show up in their bodies and minds, dark side and all, and be met there. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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Season 1

Episode 9: A History Lesson About Sex Workers and Non Monogamy

We have our FIRST cis-male interview on our show! James is Taara’s partner and we invited him to join our show to share his experience of dropping traditional and patriarchal mindsets. We talk about how these mindsets negatively impacted him, the tools he used to help ditch them, and what shifts he noticed after when it came to his personal relationships, sex and intimacy. This isn’t James’s first time on the mic, he has recorded over 100 episodes with Taara on their former podcast Sex Uninterrupted and has travelled to events like Young Swingers Week and Naughty n’ Nawlins to speak at workshops and panels and share his knowledge and experience with men.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gjO8_D6-1m4

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: I have been working as a sex educator since 2014. First as a non-monogamous educator and podcaster with my partner. In April 2021 I decided that I wanted to expand my knowledge surrounding sex education and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. I have recently completed my fourth Core Course with my Institute and I am a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent. I am currently starting a waitlist to work with clients both online and in-person. Read more about Somatic Sex Education and Sexological Bodywork is: https://www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/about

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. My emphasis is on emerging from shame, increased choicefulness, pattern recognition, improved communication & boundary setting. I hold a space where my clients can safely and authentically show up in their bodies and minds, dark side and all, and be met there. The work I do is client-led, in service to stepping more into wholeness, happiness & eroticism. I place high value on my clients exploring the taboo, enjoying the freedom to discover various sensations, find empowerment outside of normative realms & lean in to playing with power dynamics. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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Music Credit: Shake - Anno Domini Beats (Theme Music)

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Episode 10: Abandoning Traditional Mindsets & How it Can Impact Your Relationships, Intimacy and Sex

Bisexuals are the most common identity in the LGBTQIA+ population with 84% of bisexual people in opposite sex partnerships. On top of that, women are more likely to identify as bisexual. So why isn’t there more support and resources for queer women? Especially those in straight relationships? We invite Heather as a guest on this show to discuss major challenges bisexual women face, the stereotypes many are labelled with and even physical and mental health outcomes this invisible majority can encounter. Heather is currently a third-year graduate student in Southern Methodist University’s Counseling Program working toward completion of her Master’s degree. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, she is committed to finding creative ways to serve and support others in the group. You won’t want to miss out on this intimate and candid discussion three bisexual women share about being in straight, long-term partnerships.

Guest Info: Heather is currently a third-year graduate student in Southern Methodist University’s Counseling Program working toward completion of her Master’s degree. She is passionate about sexual and relational counseling and has completed training as a sex and intimacy coach through the Somatica Institute. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, she is committed to finding creative ways to serve and support others in the group. In November 2022, she debuted her work on sexual identity support groups for queer women in heterosexual passing relationships as a poster project at the TCA Conference in Dallas, Texas. Heather hopes to continue her education to earn a doctorate degree and become a counselor educator.
• Website: http://www.outofbedlock.com/
• Instagram: @outofbedlock

WATCH ON YOURTUBE: https://youtu.be/m20B9wvMX9U

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: I started working as a sex educator in 2014 as a non monogamous educator and podcaster with my partner. In April 2021, I decided to expand my knowledge and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. I am an advanced student with The Institute for the Study of Somatic Sex Education and a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent. I am passionate about supporting people to discover their authentic sexual selves, helping folks to embody what consent and boundaries feels like in their bodies, and providing non judgmental sexual education. Read more here: https://www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/about

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. The work I do is client-led, in service to stepping more into wholeness, happiness & eroticism. I place high value on my clients exploring the taboo, enjoying the freedom to discover various sensations, find empowerment outside of normative realms & lean in to playing with power dynamics. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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Music Credit: Shake - Anno Domini Beats (Theme Music)

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Episode 11: Supporting Queer Women in Long Term Straight Partnerships

Ready to stir some good trouble and dive deep into the world of modern dating? Our latest episode of Sex Ed for the Modern Bed is here and we're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Reia! Hailing from the Ottawa Valley and currently residing on Treaty 7, Reia is a pleasure activist, Somatic Sex Educator, and Sexological Bodyworker.⁠ Together with hosts Taara and Sylvie, Reia shares her insights and experiences on navigating the ever-evolving world of dating. From discussing how dating has changed over the past 10 years (hello, ghosting and digital age) to exploring the importance of mindset and embodiment in dating success, we cover it all. Plus, we share tips on approaching safety and boundary-setting, and dive into the importance of sexual dialogue in creating empowered, fulfilling connections.⁠ Throughout the episode, Reia brings the realness and some serious story telling, reminding us to stay present, claim our pleasure, and own our bodies. It's a conversation you won't want to miss, so tune in now and get ready to stir up some good trouble! ⁠

Guest Info: Hailing from the Ottawa Valley this Algonquin-kwe pleasure activist is always stirring good trouble. Currently residing on Treaty 7 practicing the work of Somatic Sex Education and Sexological Bodywork, she is also known as a Brow Specialist and Makeup Artist, trained in the art of the eyebrow by Robyn Cosio. She moves through the world possessed by realness and is queer to slay.
Website: www.betweenthebrow.com
Instagram: @reialance

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/1zP7fD94_oQ

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: I have been working as a sex educator since 2014. First as a non-monogamous educator and podcaster with my partner. In April 2021 I decided that I wanted to expand my knowledge surrounding sex education and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. I have recently completed my fourth Core Course with my Institute and I am a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent. I am currently starting a waitlist to work with clients both online and in-person. Read more about Somatic Sex Education and Sexological Bodywork is: https://www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/about

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. My emphasis is on emerging from shame, increased choicefulness, pattern recognition, improved communication & boundary setting. I hold a space where my clients can safely and authentically show up in their bodies and minds, dark side and all, and be met there. The work I do is client-led, in service to stepping more into wholeness, happiness & eroticism. I place high value on my clients exploring the taboo, enjoying the freedom to discover various sensations, find empowerment outside of normative realms & lean in to playing with power dynamics. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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https://mysexandsensibility.com/

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Music Credit: Shake - Anno Domini Beats (Theme Music)
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Episode 12: Dating in the Modern World

May is Masturbation Month and Taara and Sylvie are kicking it off by diving into the topic that's often considered taboo but crucial for our sexual health - masturbation! They have an open and honest conversation about the benefits of masturbation, common misconceptions, techniques, and tips, as well as the shame that can come with it. They explore how masturbation can be incorporated into relationships, from doing it in secret to using it as foreplay or even masturbating together. It's all about communication, intimacy, and exploring your sexuality. Taara and Sylvie bring their personal experiences to the table, sharing stories of their own self-discovery and the role that masturbation has played in their lives. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting to explore the world of self-pleasure, this episode is for you. So, get ready for an informative, fun, and judgment-free conversation about a topic that we believe needs to be talked about more. Let's dive in!

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/tbMOuOKjQsM

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: Meet Taara! A sex educator, podcaster, and somatic sex educator, Taara is on a mission to help people discover their authentic sexual selves. With a passion for supporting individuals to embody consent and boundaries in their bodies, Taara provides non-judgmental sexual education to all who seek it. Since 2014, Taara has been working as a non-monogamous educator and podcaster with her partner. But in April 2021, she decided to take her knowledge to the next level and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. As an advanced student with The Institute for the Study of Somatic Sex Education and a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent, Taara has dedicated her life to helping others explore their sexuality in a safe and supportive environment. When she's not educating others, Taara can be found spending time with her furry friends, experiencing the pleasure of nature, and always learning more about sex, sexuality, and relationships. Join Taara on her journey towards discovering your authentic sexual self - you won't regret it! www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. My emphasis is on emerging from shame, increased choicefulness, pattern recognition, improved communication & boundary setting. I hold a space where my clients can safely and authentically show up in their bodies and minds, dark side and all, and be met there. The work I do is client-led, in service to stepping more into wholeness, happiness & eroticism. I place high value on my clients exploring the taboo, enjoying the freedom to discover various sensations, find empowerment outside of normative realms & lean in to playing with power dynamics. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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Music Credit: Shake - Anno Domini Beats (Theme Music)
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Episode 13: A Masturbation Conversation

For this special episode, Sylvie interviews me and fellow educator Jenn about our unforgettable experience at a lifestyle/swinger hotel takeover. We discussed what it was like to go on this trip without our partners, the classes and workshops we taught, and how it felt for me to get back into hotel takeovers after a three-year hiatus. As a BDSM educator, Jenn has over 10 years of experience in BDSM and ethical non-monogamy, making her the perfect partner to join me on this adventure. We share our perspectives on the lifestyle community and how it has evolved over the years. From the excitement of meeting new people to the challenges of navigating this new environment, we cover it all. We also dive into the classes and workshops that we taught, including BDSM and consent workshops that were well-received by the attendees. Join us as we take you behind the scenes of a lifestyle hotel takeover and share our insights and experiences. Whether you're a seasoned lifestyle veteran or just curious about this community, this episode is a must-listen.

About Jenn: Jenn is a BDSM/sex educator, host of Why Choose One podcast and a medical health professional. With over 10 years experience in BDSM, ethical non monogamy and ample experience on both sides of the slash, she has taken the knowledge she has personally experienced and learned over her years to create a class focused on pleasure and pain.
Instagram: @whychooseonepodcast
Podcast: Why Choose One


WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/5M8dLIpleCA

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About Sex Ed for the Modern Bed: Meet Taara! A sex educator, podcaster, and somatic sex educator, Taara is on a mission to help people discover their authentic sexual selves. With a passion for supporting individuals to embody consent and boundaries in their bodies, Taara provides non-judgmental sexual education to all who seek it. Since 2014, Taara has been working as a non-monogamous educator and podcaster with her partner. But in April 2021, she decided to take her knowledge to the next level and enrolled in school to become a certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker. As an advanced student with The Institute for the Study of Somatic Sex Education and a certified "Like a Pro" graduate with the School of Consent, Taara has dedicated her life to helping others explore their sexuality in a safe and supportive environment. www.sexedforthemodernbed.com/

About Sex and Sensibility: I have a background in neuroscience /neurobiology & spent the past decade exploring tools and modalities around emotional release and Somatic bodywork. Trained as a relationship/intimacy coach with the Somatica® Institute before embarking on the path of Sexological Bodywork & Somatic Sex Education with the ISSSE where I'm currently completing my training. I hold trainings in performance hypnosis, doula training, lactation education, dominatrix work, business coaching, Hakomi Psycotherapy and psychedelic guidance/integration. I am currently enrolled in Ellen Heed's STREAM training (Scar Tissue Remediation Education and Management) with a focus on holistic pelvic care. My emphasis is on emerging from shame, increased choicefulness, pattern recognition, improved communication & boundary setting. I hold a space where my clients can safely and authentically show up in their bodies and minds, dark side and all, and be met there. The work I do is client-led, in service to stepping more into wholeness, happiness & eroticism. I place high value on my clients exploring the taboo, enjoying the freedom to discover various sensations, find empowerment outside of normative realms & lean in to playing with power dynamics. www.mysexandsensibility.com

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Facebook: www.facebook.com/sexuninterrupted/
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Music Credit: Shake - Anno Domini Beats (Theme Music)
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Episode 14: Lifestyle Party Without Our Partners: Our Unforgettable Hotel Takeover Experience

We’re Taara and James—partners in life, love, and open exploration. Since 2013, we’ve embraced non-monogamy as a cornerstone of our relationship, challenging societal norms and redefining what love, intimacy, and connection can look like.

As trauma-informed sex educators and advocates for open relationships, we’re passionate about helping others cultivate deeper intimacy, authenticity, and pleasure in their non-monogamous journeys. Through Sex Uninterrupted, we create a space for open, honest, and shame-free conversations about sex, relationships, and the evolving landscape of modern intimacy.

Over the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to expanding our knowledge, building community, and sharing our personal experiences to inspire others. Our mission is simple: to offer real, raw, and relatable discussions that empower you to embrace pleasure, navigate challenges, and create relationships that truly align with who you are.

Sex is natural. Desire is healthy. And exploration is limitless. Welcome to Sex Uninterrupted—where we turn up the volume on pleasure and break down the barriers to connection.

More about Taara: Taara has spent over a decade rewriting the rules of relationships, sex, and intimacy, choosing a path of pleasure, authenticity, and radical self-discovery. As a Certified Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker, she works as an Erotic Embodiment Coach, guiding individuals and couples through deeply transformative experiences. With a passion for consent, boundaries, and trauma-informed practices, she specializes in helping people cultivate intimacy, expand their desires, and navigate non-monogamous relationships with confidence and clarity. Through her workshops, private coaching, and educational events, Taara is dedicated to helping others reclaim pleasure, deepen connection, and live erotically empowered lives.

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