

Savage Lovecast
Dan Savage
Dan Savage, America's only advice columnist, answers your sex and relationship questions and yaps about politics. To record a question for Dan to be answered in a later podcast, record your question and send it to Q@Savage.Love, or call 206-302-2064. For a much longer version of the show, with no ads, visit savage.love and get yourself a subscription.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 52min
Savage Lovecast Episode 929
A woman navigates her newfound relationship, trying to blend her past kink experiences with a lack of structure. She’s also concerned about educating potential partners on her pleasure needs. Meanwhile, a brave single mother contemplates launching an OnlyFans account despite her cancer scars. Dr. Carlton discusses health tips for anal play amid rising Mpox concerns, while also providing alternative methods for ease during anal sex. The conversation highlights the essential role of communication, inclusivity, and personal boundaries in intimate connections.

Aug 13, 2024 • 52min
Savage Lovecast Episode 928
Joan Price, an author focused on senior dating and sexuality, shares her insights on a range of intriguing topics. She offers tips for navigating dating apps for older adults, emphasizing empathy and open communication about sexual health. The conversation dives into age dynamics in relationships, stressing the importance of respect. With a blend of humor and candor, they even touch on quirky aspects, like how diet could influence the taste of semen. It's a lively discussion that challenges stereotypes and embraces the complexities of love at any age.

Aug 6, 2024 • 55min
Savage Lovecast Episode 927
Doc Barak, a medical expert specializing in intimate questions, joins Jeff Guenther, also known as 'Thera,' a relationship advocate and author of Big Dating Energy. They dive into the intriguing dilemma of a listener considering a fling with her gardener amid a sexless marriage. The conversation takes a turn to the complexities of dating apps, scheduled intimacy, and how capitalism impacts relationships. They also discuss navigating intimacy with inexperienced partners and the importance of communication and consent in modern romance.

Jul 30, 2024 • 53min
Savage Lovecast Episode 926
A single mom is determined to raise a gender-neutral child, but worries taking risks with friends. Tension brews as a recovering addict navigates a secretive relationship with a recent ex of a friend. Stand-up comedian Emily Catalano discusses the humorous side of the orgasm gap and the quirks of vinyl comedy albums. The conversation shifts to the distinctions between crossdressers, drag queens, and trans women, inviting personal stories and insights into these identities.

Jul 23, 2024 • 54min
Savage Lovecast Episode 925
Dr. Sara Glass, raised in a Hasidic Jewish community, discusses coming out as queer. Topics include hiring a sex worker for a friend, healing from divorce, and advice for a 16-year-old exploring the pup lifestyle. The episode also covers STI prevention, relationship dynamics, and diverse discussions on finger play and face blindness.

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Jul 16, 2024 • 53min
Savage Lovecast Episode 924
Topics include helping a partner achieve orgasm post-circumcision, managing jealousy in a brat/dom dynamic, exploring face blindness with a science reporter, navigating dating as a stay-at-home dad, and the importance of clear communication in relationships.

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Jul 9, 2024 • 50min
Savage Lovecast Episode 923
Andy Richter joins in to talk about replacing the term 'body count' with something more positive and the dynamics of the 'relationship escalator.' They also discuss a woman who has an orgasm every time she sees a masseuse. The hosts delve into ethical debates in porn fiction and the importance of clear communication in relationships.

Jul 2, 2024 • 2min
No Show Announcement
The hosts announce their vacation but promise to be back on July 9. They promote a new episode of Sex and Politics with Amanda Markot.

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Jun 25, 2024 • 52min
Savage Lovecast Episode 922
Topics include navigating non-monogamy in relationships, disclosing polyamory to family, supporting LGBTQ+ Ukrainians, addressing negative reactions to coming out, toxic codependency in relationships, discussing sensitive conversations, exploring boundaries of monogamy, and exploring female-led relationships.

Jun 18, 2024 • 52min
Savage Lovecast Episode 921
Author Lyz Lenz discusses escaping a joyless marriage and embracing her independence. Topics include finding a selfish lover, oral sex boundaries, and defining sex in national parks. The episode also debunks anti-sex bed rumors at the Olympics and explores emotional domination in relationships.