Monk, Part 2 – Podcast #133 – 06/24/09

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Hey sex fans,

We’re back with more fun with Dick and Jane Monk of TwistedMonk.com.  And we’re not just having fun either, no siree!  (Although you’d never know it from all the giggling going on.)  No buckaroos, this is actually some serious Sex EDGE-U-cation.

meatloafYou see, my conversation with Monk is part of our look at the world of fetish sex, kink and alternative sexual lifestyles.  As you know I’m chatting with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world in the hopes of gaining some perspective on edgy sex.  And that’s why this exceptional bondage performance artist is here again this week.

If you somehow missed Part 1 of this amazingly insightful discussion look for last week’s podcast #131, use my site’s search function.  Just type in Podcast #131 and don’t forget the # sign.

Monk and I discuss:

  • The edgier side of Monk.
  • The versatility of human sexual response.
  • The cultural conflicts of kink.
  • His professional Dom persona.
  • His sexual heroes.
  • His polyamorous private life.

Monk invites you to enter his world and visit him at his website HERE!

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The Erotic Mind of René Capone — Podcast #132 — 06/22/09

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Hey sex fans,

Judging from the comments pouring in from all over, I guess ya’ll are really enjoying these special pride month podcasts, huh?  The last two weeks I featured the brilliant work of Mike. from MikeMen.  Today and next week we have as our guest a gay visual artist of a completely different stripe.  As you know, these podcasts are part of The Erotic Mind
series.  We converse with noted erotic artists from all over the world in an effort to try to uncover something of the creative process involved in this specialized art form.

rene_faceToday I have the honor of introducing you to a friend, someone I’ve known for several years.  He is charming, funny and oh so talented.  He is René Capone.

René is both an artist and a storyteller.  In fact, I think he’s best described as an artist-storyteller.  He imbues his creations, both lifelike and fantasy, with something of his own nature and life experience.  He says it’s the job as an artist to explore the fundamental emotions of life; love, hate, jealousy, fear, anger and passion.  And he does his job with a childlike simplicity, which is absolutely remarkable.

René’s work is a refreshing departure from the more explicit work of some of the other artists I’ve featured in this series.  But as we’ll find out from René himself, eroticism has many dimensions.  If art is truthful, he says, it will also be erotic.

René and I discuss:

  • The therapeutic nature of his art.
  • His graphic novel, Hedgehog Boy.
  • How he got his start as an artist, as an erotic artist.
  • The distinction, if any, between an artist and an illustrator.
  • The distinction, if any, between erotica and pornography.

Discover René and his memorable artwork on his site HERE.

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Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe. I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.

Sex EDGE-U-cation with Monk – Podcast #131 – 06/17/09

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Hey sex fans,

Buckle your seatbelts, my friends, because Monk is in the house.  That’s Monk of TwistedMonk.com, don’t cha know.  He is located here in Seattle, but his reputation, well that’s international.  You’ve seen him all over the freakin’ internet — on his websites, on youtube and twitter; you’ve seen him at the Seattle Erotic Arts Festival; and today you see…well hear him right here on Dr Dick’s Sex Advice.  Monk is the consummate bondage performance artist, who is nearly as thrilling to listen to, as he is to watch.

APR07COTMThis incredibly sexy and oh so entertaining bondage artist adds his voice to this Sex EDGE-U-cation series.   As you know, in these podcasts, we’re looking at the world of fetish sex, kink and alternative sexual lifestyles.  We chat with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world.

Oh, and here’s something you should know.  Monk is gonna try and convince us that Twisted Monk does not describe him, but rather is simply the name of his company.  Well I beg to differ, sex fans.  I mean, please!  As you will soon hear, this boy is as twisted as his company’s name implies.

Monk and I discuss:

  • The Pacific Northwest’s history as a hotbed of perversion.
  • Twisted Monk, the oldest and largest bondage rope factory in the world.
  • His mentor, Max of BondageLessons.com.
  • How he came to be know and Monk.
  • Monk the performance artist and The Bindings Project.
  • The high of being the bondage top.

Monk invites you to enter his world HERE!

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe. I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.

Mike Returns — Podcast #130 — 06/15/09

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Hey sex fans,

Today we’re back with Part 2 of my discussion with the amazing artist, who goes by the name Mike.  He’s the brains and brawn behind the MikeMen brand of erotic illustrations and comics.

old_selfportrait72Mike is the first of my special Pride month guests, and he’s here as part of The Erotic Mind podcast series. Where we converse with noted erotic artists of every stripe in an effort to try to uncover something of the creative process involved in this specialized art form.

If you somehow missed Part 1 of this amiable discussion scroll down till you find last week’s podcast #128.  Or you can use my site’s search function to the right.  Just type in Podcast #128 and don’t forget the # sign.

Mike and I discuss:

  • His chosen media; and why digital.
  • His admiration for the work of Benoît Prévot.
  • Whether erotica is directly connected to our sexuality.
  • What he looks for in the art of others.
  • His inspirations.
  • His advice for aspiring erotic artists and illustrators.

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe. I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.

Today’s podcast is bought to you by:  DR DICK’S HOW TO VIDEO LIBRARY.

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John and Deanna, Part 2 – Podcast #129 – 06/10/09

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Hey sex fans,

Today we’re back at Seattle’s very own Sharma Center with its oh so charming Executive Directors, John and Deanna.  And we’re all together to bring you Part 2 of our chat about Swinging, Polyamory and Open Relationships.

inkbuttIf you somehow missed Part 1 of this insightful discussion look for last week’s podcast #127 or you can use my site’s search function.  Just type in Podcast #127 and don’t forget the # sign.

This is part of my Sex EDGE-U-cation podcast series, don’t cha know.  Where we take a look at the world of fetish sex, kink and alternative sexual lifestyles; and chat with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world.

John and Deanna and I discuss:

  • The importance of communication in swinging and polyamory.
  • Some advice for novice swingers.
  • The prevalence of female bisexuality in the lifestyle.
  • Fetish expressions in swinging.
  • Dealing with jealousy.
  • Their sexual heroes.

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe.  I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.

The Erotic Mind of Mike — Podcast #128 — 06/08/09

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Hey sex fans,

How many of you know that June is Gay Pride month?  Well it is!  And if you don’t believe mikeportrait72me, ask President Obama.  He made the official declaration June 1st.
He is the first president in our glorious history to do so.  So hurray for him!  And an even bigger hurray for all us Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people on this 40th anniversary of the birth of the modern gay rights movement.

To celebrate pride month, I will feature the brilliant work and thoughtful reflection of two renowned gay visual artists. These podcasts are part of The Erotic Mind
series, where we converse with noted erotic artists in an effort to try to uncover something of the creative process involved in this specialized art form.

Today I have the distinct pleasure of introducing you to the first of my special Pride guests.  He is the spectacular artist, who goes by the name Mike.  Perhaps you’ve already seen some of his distinctive work; it’s hard to miss, don’t cha know.  His images are all over the internet as well as in magazines and in books.

Mike and I discuss:

  • How he got his start as an artist; as an erotic artist.
  • Where he finds his models.
  • What erotic art means to him.
  • The difference, if any, between an artist and an illustrator.
  • What makes some of his work erotic and other stuff pornographic.

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe. I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.

Sex EDGE-U-cation with John and Deanna – Podcast #127 – 06/03/09

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Hey sex fans,

Today we take another audio field trip.  I have the distinct pleasure of introducing the Co-Executive Directors of the amazing Sharma Center right here in beautiful downtown Seattle.

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John and Deanna welcome us to the center, show us around, talk about themselves, their lives together; we discuss polyamory, swinging and the sex positive mission of the Sharma Center.

This oh so charming and insightful couple add their voices to this Sex EDGE-U-cation series.   As you know, in these podcasts, we’re taking a look at the world of fetish sex, kink and alternative sexual lifestyles. And we are chatting with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world.  And John and Deanna fit that bill exceptionally well.

John and Deanna and I discuss:

  • Swinging, Polyamory and Open Relationships; what’s alike about them and what’s different.
  • Some common terms used by those in the lifestyle.
  • The education and enrichment mission of the Sharma Center.
  • Coming out as a sexual minority.
  • Her activities, including her double sessions and private lessons.
  • Personal morality v. the morality of the dominant culture.

Modern Hooker, Part 2 – Podcast #125 – 05/27/09

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Hey sex fans,

We’re back with more Sex EDGE-U-cation with Modern Hooker. This podcast series brings you chats and interviews with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world.

mh_lookingupModern Hooker is a sex worker; but she’s also an activist, a poet, an educator, and the author of a kick-ass comic strip called, aptly enough, Modern Hooker.

If you somehow missed Part 1 of this compelling discussion, look for last week’s podcast, #124, simply use my site’s search function; type in Podcast #124.  And don’t forget to include the # sign.

Modern Hooker and I discuss:

  • How she protects her health and wellbeing and that of her clients.
  • How her sex work is empowering to her as a woman.
  • Legal ramifications of sex work.
  • Being an advocate/activist — SWOPUSA
  • Her sexual heroes.
  • Her advice for someone considering a career move to sex work.

Sex EDGE-U-cation with Modern Hooker – Podcast #124 – 05/20/09

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Hey sex fans,

I have something truly extraordinary for you today.  As you know this Sex EDGE-U-cation podcast series brings you interviews and chats with prominent educators, practitioners and advocates of unconventional sexual expressions and lifestyles from all over the world.

mh_marijuanaToday, we add to this chorus of voices one that is rarely heard in public.  I have the distinct pleasure of introducing you to my special guest.  She is a working girl; ya know a lady of the evening, a trollop, a whore, a street-walker, an escort, a courtesan, a pro, a ho, a prostitute, a hooker.  In fact, my guest is the one and only Modern Hooker.

She is an actual sex worker currently plying her trade here in the good old US of A.  But for obvious reasons, her true identity must remain hidden.  Despite that, her perspective is extremely valuable. Modern Hooker is also an activist, a poet, an educator, and the author of a kick-ass comic strip called, aptly enough, Modern Hooker.  She’s here to help us dispel some of the myths and misconceptions of sex work and she does so with a wicked sense of humor.  You don’t want to miss a moment of this, sex fans!

Modern Hooker and I discuss:

  • How she got into the business.
  • The sex workers rights movement.
  • Being an advocate/activist — SWOPUSA
  • Client oriented sex.
  • Her fetish clients.
  • The vast array of human sexual response.

BEAU Returns — Podcast #123 — 05/18/09

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Hey sex fans,

We’re back investigating the depths of The Erotic Mind of BEAU — the artist, legend and icon. This series of conversations with noted erotic artists, like BEAU, is helping us understand something of the creative process involved in this specialized art form.

51nej03zp9l_ss500_If you somehow missed Part 1 of this delightful and enlightening conversation simply use my site’s search function.  Type in Podcast #121 and don’t forget the # sign.

Be sure to check out BEAU’s beautiful and seminal artwork HERE.

BEAU and I discuss:

  • The difference, if any, between erotica and pornography.
  • The connection between sensuality and spirituality.
  • His chosen media.
  • What he looks for in the erotic art of others.
  • His sexual heroes.
  • Advice for aspiring erotic artists.

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Look for all my podcasts on iTunes.  You’ll find me in the podcast section, obviously. Just search for Dr Dick Sex Advice. And don’t forget to subscribe. I wouldn’t want you to miss even one episode.