

Sexy Book Club: Becoming Cliterate
Sep 1, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Braxton Dutson, the host of the Birds and Beasts Podcast, joins Cami Hurst to delve into Laurie B. Mintz's book 'Becoming Cliterate.' They tackle the often-taboo topic of female pleasure, exploring the historical misconceptions that have overshadowed women's sexuality. From the challenges of sexual satisfaction in long-term relationships to the importance of clitoral diversity, they advocate for better sexual education and open communication. The duo emphasizes empowerment through self-exploration and redefining pleasure.
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Body Exploration and Acceptance
- Explore your body with a mirror without aiming for orgasm at first to build body familiarity and reduce shame.
- Learn anatomy accurately and embrace the variety of vulvas and clitorises as normal and beautiful.
Clitoris Anatomy and Pleasure Explained
- The clitoris is a complex network of nerve endings surrounding the vaginal canal, making most female orgasms clitoral rather than vaginal.
- Evolution placed nerve endings away from the vaginal canal to reduce childbirth pain, highlighting pleasure's distinct pathway.
Masturbation as Sexual Education
- Use masturbation as education to become the expert of your own pleasure so you can teach partners effectively.
- Take breaks and avoid pressure; the journey is about exploring, not rushing to orgasm.