

Something Positive for Positive People
Courtney Brame - Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP.org)
A stigma-forward podcast exploring how shame fragments identity—and how presence heals it. Hosted by Courtney Brame, founder of SPFPP, this show began with herpes stigma and now holds space for deeper conversations around diagnosis, disclosure, masculinity, emotional wellness, and the process of becoming whole. Each episode offers reflective dialogue, identity validation, and tools to help you reconnect with your truth. If you’ve ever felt stigmatized, here's your guide back to wholeness.
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Jul 31, 2019 • 52min
Episode 55: Non-disclosure
This is an important episode of Something Positive for Positive People. We talk about not disclosing. In the posts about this episode, there have been mixed responses from anger and rage to understanding. This episodes offers a a perspective we will never hear about in sex education, we're unlikely to hear from a partner in today's dating culture, and we will probably never hear this side of a story otherwise. Please be respectful in the comments about this episode. I'm not asking you to have an opinion, I'm asking you to respect this space as this platform is in fact dedicated to allow people to share their experiences despite how you may feel about them.
We've already agreed to have Jewell back on after she finishes disclosing to past partners and once feedback from her circle is given on opening up about this challenging topic to discuss. I'd like this to remain a safe space for her to do so. Thank you in advance.
Don't forget to call 833-YAS-LOVE and let Dating Positives know what you're hoping for romantically this holiday season! It's anonymous, safe and most of all, FUN! It's exciting to play these voicemails in the podcast. Supporting sponsors and leaving reviews are two things you can do to support this podcast. Thank you!

Jul 31, 2019 • 57min
Episode 54: U Equals U and I'm Still Josh
Josh Robbins is a Spokesperson for DatingPositives the recipient of the 2018 National Lesbian & Gay Journalist Association of Excellence in Journalism Award, 2017 GLAAD Media Award Nominee, Publisher of www.imstilljosh.com, TedxNashville speaker and HIV Activist.
Josh addresses his experience dating as an HIV+ person, we talk Undetectable Equals Untransmittable, HIV criminalization and what we as allies can do to get involved to at least revise these unjust laws.
Josh can be found on all social media @Imstilljosh
DatingPositives is supporting Something Positive for Positive People so please be sure to support them by sharing via Twitter/Instagram in a private direct message what it is you're looking for romantically this holiday season. You can also call in to an anonymous call line and possibly have your voicemail played on an upcoming podcast episode 833-YAS-LOVE that's 833-927-5683. Let's make it fun!
I'm on everything but Facebook @HOnMyChest
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Jul 31, 2019 • 31min
Episode 53: Permanent Limitation is Your Biggest Growth Point
Our biggest takeaway is to address the growth point of your permanent limitations here. After a positive HSV diagnosis from a long-term partner who was aware of his status and didn't disclose, Kimberly began the quest of learning this lesson through personal experience.
Navigating The Modern World Podcast Host, Kimberly Allyse Johnson is a certified Life and Sex Coach as well as a Meditation Practitioner in Denver, CO. Kimberly believes having peace in ANY relationship is to truly have freedom in your life.
For more information about Kimberly and her work, you can find her: Navigating The Modern World Podcast (available on iTunes), Instagram @Kimberlyallysejohnson and her website www.kimberlycoaching.com
I'm on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, Instagram and various blog sites @HOnMyChest
Stay Positive!

Jul 31, 2019 • 44min
Episode 52: There's Just SomethingS About Her
The Unapologetically imperfect LaToya Dawn shares her experience beyond having been diagnosed with HSV-1 and HSV-2 on top of finding out she was pregnant all at the same time. She never showed symptoms, just wanted to know her health status and the results came back positive for HSV. How'd she handle it? Check out this episode of #SPFPP and hear!
LaToya can be fund on Instagram @Somethingsabouther.
I'm on IG, Twitter, Tumblr and Reddit @HOnMyChest!
If you haven't already, please check out DatingPositives, a supporter of this podcast. Let us know what you're hoping for romantically this holiday season be it cuddles, getting laid or a life partner long-term. Call 1-833-YAS-LOVE or DM @Datingpositives on IG or Twitter to have your response aired on the podcast!
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Jul 31, 2019 • 46min
Episode 51: Strange Bedfellows Discussion with Sex Worker Elle Stanger
Elle Stanger like hanger, AKA @Stripperwriter is a Sex Worker & one half of the Strange Bedfellows Podcast which is a space for understanding the facts about a VERY misunderstood industries and informative about the intersection of sex and politics!
I admire Elle for all her activism work, her intelligence, resilience and realness! We talk risk awareness, HPV, oral herpes, and how people who don't think they need to be tested because they're "being safe" don't understand their role in STI transmission.
Listen to Strange Bedfellows Podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strange-bedfellows-pdx/id1393852362?mt=2 and be sure to follow their Instagram account @strangebedfellowspdx
Instagram: @Stripperwriter Facebook: Elle Lynn Stanger Twitter: @ElleStanger
I'm @HOnMyChest on Instagram, Twitter, Reddit and Tumblr. Please keep the reviews and shares coming!
Stay Positive!

Jul 31, 2019 • 38min
Episode 50: How Do I Live in a Boy Haunted by Men
Lachrista Greco is a curator, educator and maker on top of being a huge blessing as a lighthouse to those who are living with HSV (herpes) as a resource to come to for additional resources and support. This episode is an empowering one for all humans as Lachrista demonstrates what it means to #bethere for others and what showing support looks like for various causes and influencers who push for positive change in the way society does things.
Her work can be found on her Instagram page @theguerrillafeminist and Twitter @lachristagreco
Keep the reviews coming and continue to share the podcast!
I'm on Instagram @HOnMyChest

Jul 31, 2019 • 60min
Episode 49: Overcoming - Herpes Support Group for Women
This episode is a recording of an online women's support group led by Belize Spivey who encourages women to overcome life's obstacles! The title of her latest book, "Overcoming What Can't be Cured: Living Beyond Herpes" can be found at bit.ly/Overcomingbook.
Connect with Belize to join an upcoming women's support group:
Website: bit.ly/BelizeSpivey
Facebook: Belize Spivey
Twitter: @belizeSpivey
Instagram: belize.spivey
I'm on social media @HOnMyChest please leave a review for this episode for us and share with anyone you think may find it useful.
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Jul 29, 2019 • 41min
SPFPP 48: Heads or Tails - Bridging the Binary Gap of Perception about Herpes with Rich Mancuso
Perception is reality. Rich Mancuso, author of "Asking for a Friend", rejoins SPFPP for an overdue discussion about the various perceptions of herpes . . . among people with herpes.
Rate, review and share this podcast in order for those who need these resources to be able to access them quickly. I'm on social media @CourtneyBrame
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Jul 28, 2019 • 11min
SPFPP 47 Part 2: Mock Therapy Session with Dr. Laurie Betito
Dr. Laurie Betito sticks around to demonstrate a mock therapy session with me. You can get a glimpse of what a therapy session would look like in this short episode for someone looking to address the trauma of a new STI diagnosis.
About Dr. Laurie:
Noted broadcaster, author, therapist, speaker and creator of two TEDx Talks, Dr. Laurie Betito has been serving listeners with relationship and life advice for over two decades.
She is a syndicated broadcaster, covering all topics related to love, sex and relationships, the President of the Sexual Health Network of Quebec and also the author of The Sex Bible for People Over 50.
A clinical psychologist with a specialty in sexuality in private practice, her work is rooted in helping people live life with passion, while infusing love and positivity in all relationships.
For more information about Dr. Laurie visit her web site: www.drlaurie.com.
I'm on social media @CourtneyBrame.
Stay Positive!

Jul 27, 2019 • 44min
SPFPP 47 Part 1: Change the Story with Dr Laurie Betito
Without going into too much detail, I found out that one of the most viewed websites in the world has a sexual health resource available.
Introduction to the Pornhub Sexual Wellness Center from Dr. Laurie Betito: https://youtu.be/WkHK9bddMEg
Noted broadcaster, author, therapist, speaker and creator of two TEDx Talks, Dr. Laurie Betito has been serving listeners with relationship and life advice for over two decades.
She is a syndicated broadcaster, covering all topics related to love, sex and relationships, the President of the Sexual Health Network of Quebec and also the author of The Sex Bible for People Over 50.
A clinical psychologist with a specialty in sexuality in private practice, her work is rooted in helping people live life with passion, while infusing love and positivity in all relationships.
For more information about Dr. Laurie visit her web site: www.drlaurie.com
Check out the resources available on the site: https://www.pornhub.com/sex/
For updates on the podcast, I'm on Instagram @CourtneyBrame
Stay Positive!