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Episode 50 - Queen of Foreplay
March 18, 2019
Episode 50 - Queen of Foreplay
March 18, 2019

In this episode, Luce (American Yakuza) and Thalia (Eagle Cove) speak with CJ Murphy author of The Bucket List.

Professor Jordan Armstrong gives us a lesson in patience and tenacity when pursuing both career goals and love.

Jordan also helps Luce and Thalia answer a listener question, to snoop or not to snoop?

Send your questions to contact@therapy.cafe. And subscribe and rate our show on Podbean and iTunes. We can't do the show without you!

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March 18, 2019
Episode 49 - Rules of Engagement
February 18, 2019
Episode 49 - Rules of Engagement
February 18, 2019
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February 18, 2019
Episode 48 - Third Mile Confessions
January 21, 2019
Episode 48 - Third Mile Confessions
January 21, 2019
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January 21, 2019
Episode 47 - Debunking Bisexual Myths
April 10, 2017
Episode 47 - Debunking Bisexual Myths
April 10, 2017
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April 10, 2017
Episode 46 - Going To The Chapel Of Love
March 28, 2017
Episode 46 - Going To The Chapel Of Love
March 28, 2017
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March 28, 2017
Episode 45 - Butch Oblivion
March 20, 2017
Episode 45 - Butch Oblivion
March 20, 2017
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March 20, 2017
Episode 44 - Walking On Egg Shells
March 14, 2017
Episode 44 - Walking On Egg Shells
March 14, 2017
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March 14, 2017
Episode 43 - Kinbaku For Dummies
March 6, 2017
Episode 43 - Kinbaku For Dummies
March 6, 2017
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March 6, 2017
Episode 42 - You Play You Pay
February 27, 2017
Episode 42 - You Play You Pay
February 27, 2017
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February 27, 2017
Episode 41 - Did You Say Friends With Benefits?
February 20, 2017
Episode 41 - Did You Say Friends With Benefits?
February 20, 2017
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February 20, 2017
Episode 40 - Brave Enough
February 13, 2017
Episode 40 - Brave Enough
February 13, 2017
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February 13, 2017
Episode 39 - Devoted To More Than Religion
February 6, 2017
Episode 39 - Devoted To More Than Religion
February 6, 2017
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February 6, 2017
Episode 38 - Lightning Round - Doing The Bunny Thing
January 30, 2017
Episode 38 - Lightning Round - Doing The Bunny Thing
January 30, 2017
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January 30, 2017
Episode 37 - Prejudice On A Continuum
January 23, 2017
Episode 37 - Prejudice On A Continuum
January 23, 2017
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January 23, 2017
Episode 36 - These Cuts Need Love To Heal
January 16, 2017
Episode 36 - These Cuts Need Love To Heal
January 16, 2017
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January 16, 2017
Episode 35 - She Speaks Poetry
January 9, 2017
Episode 35 - She Speaks Poetry
January 9, 2017
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January 9, 2017
Episode 34 - Best Of 2016
December 31, 2016
Episode 34 - Best Of 2016
December 31, 2016
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December 31, 2016
Episode 33 - Lightning Round Part 3 of 3 You'll Still Be Single In The Morning
December 26, 2016
Episode 33 - Lightning Round Part 3 of 3 You'll Still Be Single In The Morning
December 26, 2016
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December 26, 2016
Episode 32 - Keeping The Doors Open
December 19, 2016
Episode 32 - Keeping The Doors Open
December 19, 2016
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December 19, 2016
Episode 31 - The Truth About Lesbian Friendships.
December 12, 2016
Episode 31 - The Truth About Lesbian Friendships.
December 12, 2016
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December 12, 2016
Episode 30 - From An Undisclosed Location
December 5, 2016
Episode 30 - From An Undisclosed Location
December 5, 2016
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December 5, 2016
Episode 29 - Girlfriend Needs A Saucer Of Milk
November 28, 2016
Episode 29 - Girlfriend Needs A Saucer Of Milk
November 28, 2016
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November 28, 2016
Episode 28 - Knee Jerk Trumps Change
November 21, 2016
Episode 28 - Knee Jerk Trumps Change
November 21, 2016
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November 21, 2016
Episode 27 - Reeling In The Soul Mate
November 14, 2016
Episode 27 - Reeling In The Soul Mate
November 14, 2016
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November 14, 2016
Episode 26 - That Darn Libido
November 7, 2016
Episode 26 - That Darn Libido
November 7, 2016
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November 7, 2016
Episode 25 - Fifty Shades Of Harper Bliss
October 31, 2016
Episode 25 - Fifty Shades Of Harper Bliss
October 31, 2016
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October 31, 2016
Episode 24 - Don't Move Until You See It
October 24, 2016
Episode 24 - Don't Move Until You See It
October 24, 2016
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October 24, 2016
Episode 23 - Lightning Round Part 2 Of 3 Lesbian Sex And Baseball
October 17, 2016
Episode 23 - Lightning Round Part 2 Of 3 Lesbian Sex And Baseball
October 17, 2016
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October 17, 2016
Episode 22 - Escaping The Walled Garden
October 10, 2016
Episode 22 - Escaping The Walled Garden
October 10, 2016
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October 10, 2016
Episode 21 - There's A Rule Book?
October 3, 2016
Episode 21 - There's A Rule Book?
October 3, 2016
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October 3, 2016

Ask Thalia Q & A

Q & A
Do You Want More Sex From Your Lesbian Partner?
March 4, 2016
Do You Want More Sex From Your Lesbian Partner?
March 4, 2016

I read a lot of books and in those books they always find true love and have perfect sex. But what if the love is true and the sex is boring?

My partner isn't as interested in sex as I am. She makes me feel like a nymphomaniac and I swear I'm not.

What do I do?

Sincerely,

Too Much

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March 4, 2016
How Do I Keep My Wife Satisfied When My Libido Took A Hike Due To Pregnancy?
February 26, 2016
How Do I Keep My Wife Satisfied When My Libido Took A Hike Due To Pregnancy?
February 26, 2016

Dear Thalia,


I'm expecting a child in a few months, and I have lost all desire for sex.

My wife has had two children and i know that when she was pregnant, she was insatiable and constantly in the mood. I feel bad for rejecting her advances, but i just don't want sex! I've talked to her about it and she always says "It's fine." but i think she is just trying to make me feel better.

How do I make her realize that i still want her without becoming a tease?

Sincerely,

Expecting

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February 26, 2016
Help! I'm Thirty-Two Years Old And I've Never Had An Orgasm
February 19, 2016
Help! I'm Thirty-Two Years Old And I've Never Had An Orgasm
February 19, 2016

Dear Thalia,

 
I'm nearly thirty-two years old and I've never had an orgasm. I have had sex with one man (well lad) in the past, before I came out, and basically did it because I was trying to be straight. Yeah that didn't work. It was basically uncomfortable and painful each of the few times it happened. 
Since coming out about eight years ago I haven't even attempted to date. This is for two reasons. The first is I'm disabled and it's hard to get out. The second, and probably the biggest reason, is because I am worried about sex. 

If I can't even give myself an orgasm how could I please someone else?

I read a lot, and most of the books have sex scenes in them. And while I enjoy these scenes, I just don't really feel aroused or the need to touch myself. I sometimes get wet but I don't feel anything else. 

I have touched myself and used a few different vibrators, but I've done that more because I want to have an orgasm and know what it's like. Not because I feel the need to do it. I find it pleasurable especially with a vibrator but I still don't orgasm. I feel like I'm getting close but then it just goes away and I get frustrated with myself. I guess I have a few issues going on here.

What should I do? 

Sincerely,

Too Tense and Confused

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February 19, 2016
How Do I Keep Myself And My Partner Intimate And Connected After Menopause?
February 12, 2016
How Do I Keep Myself And My Partner Intimate And Connected After Menopause?
February 12, 2016

Dear Thalia,

I'm a femme lesbian in a committed relationship with a butch. I love my partner and crave her touch and to be near her. I have gone through (early) menopause due to a complete hysterectomy. My desire and sex drive is low at best and sex is often painful (penetration of any kind, despite copious amounts of lube) -- ideas on how to keep us both intimate, connected and sexual?

Sincerely,

GrrlNextDoor

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February 12, 2016
How Do I Bring Love Back Into My Life Now That I'm In A Wheelchair?
February 5, 2016
How Do I Bring Love Back Into My Life Now That I'm In A Wheelchair?
February 5, 2016

Dear Thalia,

I was in an accident a year and a half ago that left me paralyzed from the hips down. How does one enter back into the dating world when I am still learning how my body is now?

Are there other women that will date someone in a wheelchair and see them for the person that they are and not the chair that they have to be in?

Sincerely,

Love and Life

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February 5, 2016
How Do I Safely Enter The BDSM Scene When I Move To A New Town?
January 31, 2016
How Do I Safely Enter The BDSM Scene When I Move To A New Town?
January 31, 2016

Dear Thalia,

I recently moved to the Bay area from a small town on the east coast to teach dance.

I'm 32 and have dated older butch women exclusively since college, when I came out and I'm a total femme. I'm starting to experiment with the BDSM scene, leather etc.

What advice would you have for me to stay safe as I explore the BDSM scene in my new town?

Sincerely,

All Tied Up

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January 31, 2016
How Do I Find The Right Toy Store To Visit?
January 1, 2016
How Do I Find The Right Toy Store To Visit?
January 1, 2016

Dear Thalia,

My girlfriend and I have been talking about spicing up our lovemaking routine with a toy. Neither one of us has any experience with any toys so we're totally overwhelmed.  Where do we start?

Sincerely,

Treasure Chest

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January 1, 2016
Why Do I Have To Pee After Sex?
December 22, 2015
Why Do I Have To Pee After Sex?
December 22, 2015

Dear Thalia,

Every time I have sex I have to jump up and run to the bathroom and pee immediately afterward. This drives my girlfriend nuts because she wants to cuddle in the afterglow of lovemaking.  But I just can't stay.  I have to go and listen to her protests the whole time.  I totally get what she's saying.  It destroys the mood when I jump up and run away.  What causes the urge and is there anything I can do stop it?

Sincerely,

Flushing

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December 22, 2015
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