Men, Sex & Pleasure with Cam Fraser

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Eve Milford, The Sober Sex & Relationship Coach. Eve is also a certified Somatic Attachment Therapist, Women's Pelvic Health Specialist, and Reiki Master. In 2015, her journey of recovery from addiction paved the way for her incredible transformation. Eve's path to sobriety unveiled a profound link between her own trauma and her experiences in sex, love, and relationships. This revelation ignited her passion to guide others through these intricate aspects of human connection. With her extensive expertise and trauma-informed coaching, Eve specialises in working 1:1 with individuals impacted by toxic relationships and offers 1:1 and group coaching for those in sobriety facing challenges with sexuality and intimacy. She is also the host of the "Relationships in Recovery" podcast. Key Points: - Eve introduces herself - Eve's journey from addiction to self-worth - Alcohol's impact on intimacy and well-being - Challenges and insights from sobriety transition - Addiction, substance use, and harm minimization - Reconnecting with sensuality, safety in sobriety - Consent complexities in intoxication, altered states - Importance of bodily connection for consent Relevant links: Instagram: @e.v.erhealing Website: https://www.everhealing.com.au/ Podcast: Relationships in Recovery

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Esther and William Diplock. Esther and William are senior trainers and facilitators for Gender Equity and Reconciliation International (GERI), as well as program coordinators for the GERI work in Australia. They are two of the co-authors of the book ‘Gender Equity and Reconciliation: Thirty Years of Healing the Most Ancient Wound in the Human Family’. Alongside this, Esther and William are Individual & Couple Therapists, Educators and Supervisors, in their company ResonanceTogether. And have been practicing therapists for over 50 years combined. Key points: - Esther and William introduce themselves - What does equity and reconciliation mean? - The importance of multi-gender spaces - Mitigating conflict and competition - Religion and patriarchy - Advice for moving forward Relevant links: GERI website: https://www.genderreconciliationinternational.org/ Esther and William’s website: https://www.resonancetogether.com.au/

Intuitive coach Ella Hall discusses embodying sexual energy, distinguishing leaky vs creepy vs needy behaviors, and the importance of having integrity with sexual energy. She also emphasizes effective communication and expression in relationships while supporting professionals in aligning their heart, mind, and sexual energy for personal growth and success.

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Toya Ricci, BSocSc(Psych), PgDipCEAT, MSexol. Toya is a sex therapist and sexuality educator who passionately believes in embracing, nurturing, and creatively expressing sexuality as a fundamental component of overall health and wellbeing. Drawing on a solid background in counselling, psychology, and creative & experiential arts therapy, Toya brings a diverse range of experience and skills to her practice. She adopts an inclusive and eclectic approach, incorporating therapeutic frameworks such as existentialism, cognitive-behavioural therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and solution-focused therapy. This allows her to provide compassionate support to individuals and couples as they navigate the challenges of modern sexuality, sexual performance, intimacy, connection, dating, relationships, and sexual expression throughout their lives. Key points: - Toya introduces herself - Perceptions about pleasure - Pleasure practices throughout history - The importance of historical context - What does it mean to decolonise pleasure? - Learning and unlearning Relevant links: Toya’s Instagram: @toya.ricci

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with anti-racism educator and American historian Kokayi Nosakhere. Since relocating to Southern Oregon in 2018, lifelong activist, Kokayi, has chosen to go on his healing journey, addressing the “on-going trauma of being Black in America.” A paradigm-shift on the American landscape is happening. It is happening while you and I are alive. You and I can choose to participate in helping the American populace walk towards greater humanity by committing yourself to modelling what a healed person looks like. This is the work at hand. Key Points: - Kokayi introduces himself - The origin of Woke - Racial and existential stress - What is Critical Race Theory? - 'Elite Capture': re-codifing language - Anti-capitalism and decolonialism - Advice for beginning your anti-racism journey Relevant links: Kokayi's email: royalstar907@gmail.com

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Lachie Samuel. Lachie is the Managing Director of the FIFO Mental Health Group, co-founder of The Association for Mental Health in Mining Australia, and host of the Open Up podcast. On this episode, Lachie opens up about being sexually abused as a child by another boy and how this impacted both his masculinity and sexuality as an adult. We also discuss the feelings of shame and fear associated with this as well as men’s body image issues and negative self-perception. Key points: - Lachie introduces himself - The importance of sexual exploration - The impact of childhood sexual abuse - Lachie's struggle with shame and self-perception - Addressing fears around cock size - Vulnerability, strength, and disclosure - Lachie emphasizes the challenges of FIFO work Relevant links: Lachie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachiesamuel/

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Sarah Jeavons. Sarah is a Dating Coach for Men. She is dedicated to helping men build confidence & land their dream relationships. The two of us talk about her history with Real Social Dynamics and why she decided to pursue a career as a dating coach. We discuss the general state of the industry and how Sarah’s approach to dating coaching is unique, as it involves mock dates and opportunities to practice your flirting skills in real time. She also shares her thoughts on handling rejection and how to navigate sexual tension.   Key Points: -      Sarah introduces herself -      Why Sarah left Real Social Dynamics -      Pick up artists vs dating coaches -      Mock dates and flirting -      How to handle rejection -      Navigating sexual tension Relevant links: Sarah’s Instagram: @datingwithsarahofficial

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Celeste Moore. Celeste is an Image Consultant and a Dating Coach who helps midlife men who have been married to their careers or recently divorced and forgot how to date by providing discreet dating and image consulting to improve their appearance, relationships, and confidence. She helps them learn to navigate this crazy modern dating world we live in. She's also the host of The Down and Dirty Podcast, the show gets down and dirty every week as she talks about dating, love, sex, and pop culture.    Key Points: Celeste introduces herself Confidence through appearance Colour psychology and trustworthiness attire Importance of grooming, dressing, and personal style Evolving dating trends Mock dates and first date manners First date recommendations, meeting places, online dating insights Relevant Links: Celeste’s Instagram: @celestemooreimage Celeste’s website: https://celestemoore.com/

Guest Ruwan Meepagala, psychology for men host, shares insights on fatherhood, relationship dynamics, monogamy vs novelty, and evolution of masculinity. Differing viewpoints lead to a thought-provoking conversation on culture and pleasure.

This Quicky is a throwback to episode 44 with sextech entrepreneur Jeff Bennett. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VqkWJeGJXEjxOVPF7wfZl?si=5RDp4yYaTrGuwqVkWSfYfA