EPISODE OVERVIEW: I interview Dr. Shemeka Thorpe, an award-winning sexuality educator and researcher at the University of Kentucky, to discuss all things sexual well-being.  We talk about everything from sexual function and orgasms, to normalizing the use of lube prior to menopause and reasons your partner may not be initiating sex.This is the conversation that as women, we’ve all been waiting for, and Dr. Shemeka delivers a wealth of information (and it’s based on research) on how to explore and get more of, the big “P” -  PLEASURE!

In this episode we talk about:

• How to feel empowered to figure out what brings you pleasure and try new things
• Dr. Shemeka’s research, which focuses on the sexual well-being of Black women – including pleasure, sexual function, desire, and more
• Reasons why women fake orgasms
• The 6 components of female sexual function
• Causes of pain during sex, and why women don't mention it to partners or doctors 
• How Black women and men define pleasure (the results will blow your mind!)
• The orgasm gap between Black women and their partners
• Methods to have constructive conversations with your partner about your sexual needs and desires.

ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Shemeka Thorpe is an award-winning sexuality educator and researcher at the University of Kentucky. She obtained her PhD from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Community Health Education. Her research focuses on the sexual well-being of Black women using sex-positive and intimate justice frameworks. Dr. Thorpe strives to make research relevant for Black communities by integrating sex research and community health education.

How you can connect with Dr. Shemeka:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Website

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Kimbritive - the sexual wellness home for Black women providing content, community, and expert care where we are seen, heard, and celebrated 
• Brittany Broaddus @theintimacyfirm 
• Goody Howard @AskGoody 
• Use Your Mouth Cards 
• Sexologist Shamyra - www.onthegreencouch.com 
• @Afrosexology_ or www.afrosexology.com

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