
On the couch with kink and therapy: Ep 54
What happens if you have a mix of domestic abuse, kink, relationships issues and you need therapy? Therapist Stefani Goerlich, author of The Leather Couch, is
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Glow West is a podcast that explores sex, sexuality, and the body, through a sexual wellness perspective. The podcast shines a soft light on many aspects of sex related issues, and offers a space for calm, informed conversations. Guests include activists, sex educators, academics, sex workers, sexual health experts, and more. Glow West is hosted by Dr. Caroline West, who has a PhD and an MA in Sexuality Studies.
What happens if you have a mix of domestic abuse, kink, relationships issues and you need therapy? Therapist Stefani Goerlich, author of The Leather Couch, is
Ever wonder how sex shops are regulated or designed? Or what its like to go to a sex conference? Sexademic Dr Paul Maginn is here to
Many of us might be curious about anal sex but might be put off by negative previous experience or concerns over potential mess. Here to
Some of us may be trying out Dry January and reassessing our relationship with various substances. This could also be a time to reflect on
New year, new resolutions. In this case, we are encouraging you to make some resolutions to empower yourself to have a happier and healthier sex
Sex and the internet – there’s more to the conversation than just the porn industry. Joining me for a deep dive into sex and the
The concept of sex or porn addiction is a contentious one, and one that can be very confusing for those who may feel they experience
Your tongue isn’t just for talking- there’s a lot of fun to be had between the sheets and between someones’ legs with your tongue! Explaining
Your hand is a magical thing. No, really. It is capable of giving immense pleasure, and sex educator Allison Moon is here to tell us
Bonus episode time! I’m joined by head of sexual empowerment at Womanizer (what a great job title!) Johanna Rief who explains why air suction vibrators
December 1st is World Aids Day, and in honour of this I’m joined by an amazing panel of researchers and activists to discuss HIV and AIDS. Robbie
Joining Caroline this week is sex educator Sarah Sloane, educator with dating app Hashtag Open. Sarah chats about what its like to date while being
Glow West is taking part in the International Festival of Consent, and this bonus episode sees Caroline chat to consent activist Richard M. Wright. Richard
Joining Caroline this week is sex educator Marla Stewart who is here to chat to us about the art of flirting. Marla gives advice on
Ever been curious about being tied up, or tying someone up? This week, bondage queen Midori is here to walk us through the finer points
Joining Caroline this week is Dr. Yoni Alkan, a certified cuddle party facilitator and sex educator. He explains why cuddling and touch is so important,
Bonus episode time! As its Halloween, let’s take a deep dive into one of the most feared and misunderstood aspects of Halloween: the witch. Far
It’s #intersexawarenessday and intersex people make up almost 2% of the worlds’ population. This week, intersex activist Diana James and researcher Dr. Tanya Ní Mhuirthile
Its live podcast time again! Joining Caroline this time is sex blogger and future sex therapist Tatyannah K King. Tatyannah delves into how we can
This week on Glow West, Caroline is joined by dating researcher Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton. Nicola tells us what she’s discovered about dating during the
Join Caroline this week for a slightly longer than usual episode as we take a deep dive into the topic of sex and disability with
Ever wondered how to ramp up your fellatio skills? Join Caroline as she chats to blowjob instructor and sex educator Linnea Marie about killing it
This week, Caroline is joined on the podcast by Dr. Caroline Munyi from Akidwa.ie. Dr. Munyi works to end the practice of FGM, which occurs
Join Caroline on Glow West this week as campaigner Vicky Phelan shares her story of battling cervical cancer and the HSE. Vicky speaks about self
Join Glow West this week as we have a fun romp through the world of self pleasure and orgasms with sex edutainment extraordinaire Dirty Lola.
This week on Glow West Caroline is joined by Lisa Mackenzie, co-founder of the Vaginismus Network which is a UK based support network for people
These Live Pods are so much fun. This week we covered the latest political opinion poll, the McGregor arrest, gender reveal parties, sex work submissions
In this live episode Glow West explores how we can make periods sustainable and inclusive. Caroline speaks to Claire Hunt from Homeless Period Ireland and
How can a photo be weaponised? Caroline is joined this week by PhD researcher Camille Waring who discusses the politics of sex work imagery. A
The Tortoise Shack Live is back and this week Caroline, Martin, Linda and Vicky were joined by Anne Marie Quilligan, Conner Habib and Simon McGarr
In this live recording Caroline is joined by sexual violence campaigner and host of PACwoman podcast Linda Hayden. We chat to support worker Susan Walsh
This week the Glow West podcast explores the body positivity movement with Stephanie Yeboah, author of Fattily Ever After. Stephanie explains how the community has
Join Glow West for another live podcast, this time with Kate McGrew from Sex Workers Alliance Ireland. Kate explains how covid has impacted sex workers
Cora Harrington aka The Linger Addicts joins Caroline this week on Glow West to delve into the world of lingerie. They talk about getting the
Join Caroline this week as she chats to OB-GYN Dr. Jenn Conti. As the author of The Vagina Book, Jenn busts some myths about periods,
August and the Dáil recess is usually a quiet time in the news. But Covid changed everything. So we got the growing Tortoise Shack family
Some people struggle to come out. Fionn Scott took a different approach and came out via national media. Fionn is an advocate for the fetish
Join Caroline for another live Glow West podcast. This time she chats to Jessie Sage and April Would about their work creating audio erotica. They
Consent is a conversation that we need to have urgently. Join Caroline this week as she chats to Justine Ang Fonte as she explains why
Join Caroline on episode 16 as she chats to Donna J. Drucker, author and lecturer. Donna delves into the history of contraception around the world,
Join Caroline this week as she chats to Yvonne Costelloe about her life. Yvonne was almost nude in Playboy as a 15 year old, won
Episode 14 features a conversation with Rayann and Diana from Black Pride Ireland as they outline why they set up the group, and what they
Join Caroline for episode 13 as she chats to Dr. Marianne Brandon, a sex therapist and clinical psychologist. Dr. Brandon outlines how relationships can recover
Listen in to Caroline’s chat with Aoife Martin and Noah Halpin, a trans woman and trans man, as they explain what’s it’s like to be
Join Caroline as she chats to Alber Saborío, one of the founders of Gender.rip, a trans led art collective in Dublin. Alber talks about making
Join Glow West for its tenth episode as Caroline hosts a live podcast with Bulelani Mfaco. Bulelani is a gay asylum seeker from South Africa
Is there a right way to do polyamory? Join Glow West this week as married couple Kevin and Antoinette Patterson explain polyamory in practice. They
Join Caroline this week where she chats to Cindy Gallop, a marketing mogul and the brains behind makelovenotporn.com. Cindy outlines how sextech and social media
This episode looks back at the Marriage Equality and Abortion Referendums in Ireland. Listen to my chat with grassroots campaigners Tracey and Karen, as we
This week marks the first live podcast for Glow West and it was a joint event with the wonderful Rachel O’Neill from Disturbing the Peace
In our first ever #TortoiseShackLive in Lockdown, Caroline, Tony and Martin were joined by Associate Professor at DCU Law & Gov and member of the
Joan Price is a 76 year old sex educator and author of Sex After Grief, and Naked at Our Age. She joins Caroline to discuss
Joining us in episode three is the amazing Adeline Berry, who is trans, intersex, and a sex worker. She joins Caroline to discuss identity, labour,
Join us for episode two where Caroline chats with Jenelle Marie Pierce from the stiproject.com. In this episode, Jenelle discusses her work to spread awareness
This first episode of Glow West features an interview with Samantha Evans. Sam is a sex educator who is passionate about sexual health and wellness,
Welcome along to Glow West, the podcast that talks about sex, sexuality and the body from a sexual wellness perspective. Every week Dr Caroline West
Martin, Rachel, Caroline, Ruth and Tony talk Comrade Britney, social distancing, the Covid-19 elephant in the room, the bare necessities and ways to get that
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