272. Why Women's Stories Matter with Kayla Branstetter

272. Why Women's Stories Matter with Kayla Branstetter

Author: Rachel Maine July 27, 2026 Duration: 35:34
Hello hello! We're finally back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast and I’m so happy to have Kayla Branstetter on today! Kayla is an English professor, TEDx speaker, researcher, and the author of Don't Be an Athena. Through her writing and research, she’s creating space for conversations that too often get pushed aside, helping women feel seen, heard, and less alone in their experiences. I loved getting to hear more about the story behind her book, the work she’s doing to challenge shame a...

Rachel Maine has spent years working as a sex coach and educator, and her work centers on a single, powerful idea: pleasure is a personal compass. In her Owning Your Sexual Self podcast, she translates that one-on-one guidance into candid conversations meant to dismantle shame and spark curiosity. This isn't a sterile lecture series; it's a lively, often hilarious, and consistently frank exploration of what it means to fully inhabit your body and desires. Episodes delve into the practicalities of sexual health and wellness, but also touch on the entrepreneurial and personal growth aspects of building a confident intimate life. You'll hear discussions that range from the physiological to the psychological, all filtered through a sex-positive perspective that celebrates individual experience. Rachel believes that understanding and claiming what brings you joy is a foundational form of self-improvement, as crucial as any fitness or business goal. So, expect real talk, the occasional swear word, and a refreshing lack of judgment. Tuning into this podcast is like getting thoughtful, actionable advice from a knowledgeable friend who isn't afraid to laugh at the absurdities along the way. It's about moving from uncertainty or silence into a place of informed, empowered choice.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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276. The Four Dates Every Relationship Needs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:41
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275. Living in Sync With Your Cycle with Dr. Aumatma [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:28
Hello! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Aumatma Simmons to the show this week! She’s a double board-certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist, best-selling author, and founder…
274. Reclaiming Body Trust with Amber Romaniuk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:27
Hello and welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! I’m so happy to welcome Amber Romaniuk this week! Amber is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert who has spent the last 12 years helping high ach…
273. Is It Perimenopause or Health Debt with Bria Gadd [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:24
Hey hey hey! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! I’m so happy to have Bria Gadd, also known as The Period Whisperer, on this week! Bria is a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, holistic health…
271. Your Body is a Genius with Laura & Morgan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:28
Hello, hello! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! I’m so happy to have Laura and Morgan here today! These two have dedicated so much of their work to helping people better understand their bodies and acc…
270. Pleasure Has No Age Limit with Suzanne Noble [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:13
Hello hello! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self Podcast! This week’s guest is the incredible Suzanne Noble, host of the wildly popular podcast Sex Advice for Seniors and one of the most refreshing voices out the…
269. Becoming a More Embodied Lover with Jim Benson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:12
Hey hey! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! This week I’m joined by Jim Benson for a really powerful conversation around male pleasure, intimacy, embodiment, and connection. Jim has spent more than two…
268. Pleasure is a Fertility Treatment with Nicole Lange [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:02
This week I’m joined by the incredible Nicole Lange to talk all things fertility, nervous system, and whole body healing. Nicole is an acupuncturist with over 20 years of experience specializing in reproductive and emoti…
267. It's Not Incompatibility with Jessica Idoine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:18
Hey everyone! Welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! This week I’m really excited to have Jessica Idione here! Jessica is a licensed and certified relationship and sex therapist who works with both couples…
266. Rethinking Pelvic Pain with Dr. Jordan Barber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:40
Hello and welcome back to the Owning Your Sexual Self podcast! This week I’ve got Dr. Jordan Barber on the show and I’m so excited for you to hear this one. Dr. Barber is a doctor of acupuncture and oriental medicine who…