The Neuroscience of Taboo Arousal, Fetishes, and Pleasure with Wendy Perkins

Ep 595: The Healing Power of Smut, Part 5: Exploring Dark and Taboo Themes in Fiction Can Be Healing For Women with author Stephani Del Rey. Exploring the Empowering Side of Dark Sexual Fantasies. Overall, the discussion explores the nuances of dark/taboo subgenres and the importance of reframing the narratives around them.  About Stephani Del Rey:  Stephani Del Rey loves to write about sexy, independent women who know what they want - especially if it involves being taught a lesson by a LOT of hot, dominant men! She writes MMFM/ gangbang/ reverse harem erotica that features sharing, degradation, erotic humiliation, spanking, light bondage and plenty of edging and dirty talk. Her mission is to deliver on that female submission kink while keeping it fun, trashy and empowering. She lives in the UK, where she dreams of one day having a walk-in wardrobe for her lingerie. Mailing list and get a free book: http://eepurl.com/h_VHrD https://www.amazon.com/stores/Stephani-Del-Rey/author/B0BGYQ7JH6 Shared by the Special Forces An MMFM Humiliation Story (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/42HTFzO Summary: Journey into the complex world of erotic storytelling with UK-based author Stephanie Del Rey, who crafts tales of strong women exploring their submission fantasies. This fascinating discussion delves into how erotic fiction serves as a powerful tool for processing trauma, challenging cultural norms, and reclaiming female sexual agency. The conversation explores controversial themes including the "male gaze," consensual non-consent, and the healing potential of taboo fantasies. Del Rey shares personal insights about how her own experiences shaped her writing, particularly in creating stories where female characters find empowerment through their sexuality while being cherished by protective, dominant partners. Topics: Primal Desires and Submission, Reclaiming Sexuality Through Erotic Fiction, The Objectification of Women in Media and Culture, Empowering Women's Sexuality and Consent, Exploring the Origins and Acceptance of Kinks, Empowering Female Sexuality in Erotica, Exploring Female Sexuality Through Fiction, Exploring Nuanced Perspectives on Kink and Gender, The Appeal of Dominant-Submissive Dynamics and also Humiliation and Degradation Kinks, Navigating Censorship in the Digital Age, The Precarious Nature of Online Content Creation, Reclaiming/redefining the Gangb**g and asking for it: Celebrating Female Pleasure Key Takeaways: • Reclaiming terms like "asking for it" can empower women to explore their desires safely through fantasy, rather than feeling shame. • Fiction allows women to confront their fears around violence and vulnerability, processing these experiences in a controlled setting. • Exploring taboo themes in a fictional context can have a healing potential for women. Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

11 Huhti 1h 1min

Episode 594: My Husband Shared Me with His Best Friend, A Hotwife Excerpt by Kassia White, narrated by podcast host Ruan Willow. It's a mega hot MMF threesome pleasure filled scene! About the Author: Kassia White is an author of hotwife erotica. Her books are light on plot but are packed with heat. All the stories feature slutty women eager to be shared by their happy husbands, sometimes with just one man, and other times with oh, so many. Get the spicy anthology book! It's ON SALE for only 99 cents right now!!!  Erotica excerpt from: the charity anthology fiction book Not So Guilty Pleasures: 45+ Filthy Stories for a Cause, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN FOR HELP WITH HURRICANE & DISASTER FIRE RELIEF https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/charityanthology  (any money made from my affiliate link usage to buy the anthology will also be donated to the same charity). It is also in Kindle Unlimited (for a limited time). Not-So-Guilty Pleasures is a charity anthology benefiting World Central Kitchen (for help with the hurricane and other disaster relief). The anthology is only available for a limited time so act now! Enjoy storytelling erotic audio about spicy romance relationships, swingers, hot erotica stories, erotica romance, and self care for you! Take time to pay attention to your mental health sexual health. Pleasure is your birthright! Get Podcast Host Ruan's new spicy open door Romantasy Novella: Overcoming Heartache https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/overcomingheartache Ruan's smut, erotica, erotic romance fiction books and audiobooks: http://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/ Ruan has been nominated for an ASN Lifestyle Magazine Award for Best Erotic Writer! Vote for Ruan starting April 13, 2025 at https://www.asnlifestylemagazineawards.com/2025-top-8-finalist Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

10 Huhti 18min

Episode 592: How to Please a Shapeshifter in Bed, A MM Erotic Fiction Excerpt by Fleur Foxx from the charity anthology fiction book Not So Guilty Pleasures: 45+ Filthy Stories for a Cause. About the Author: Fleur Foxx writes queer monster erotica and erotic romance. She writes what she likes, which means her stories are a rainbow of monsters and sexualities. Come find out what hides in the dark. ALL PROCEEDS of the sale/KU readings of the anthology GO TO WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN FOR HELP WITH HURRICANE & DISASTER FIRE RELIEF https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/charityanthology  (any money made from my affiliate link usage to buy the anthology will also be donated to the same charity). It is also in Kindle Unlimited (for a limited time). Not-So-Guilty Pleasures is a charity anthology benefiting World Central Kitchen (for help with the hurricane and other disaster relief). Enjoy this erotica excerpt, storytelling via erotic audio about spicy romance relationships, swingers, hot erotica stories, erotica romance, and self care for you! Take time to pay attention to your mental health sexual health. Pleasure is your birthright! Ruan has been nominated for an ASN Lifestyle Magazine Award for Erotic Writer! She's in the top 8! To learn more and vote for her, which she greatly would appreciate!!, visit the ASN Lifestyle Magazine Awards, by the ASN Lifestyle Magazine VOTING: https://www.asnlifestylemagazineawards.com/2025-top-8-finalist https://www.asnlifestylemagazineawards.com/  Voting runs from April 13, 2025 through July 13, 2025 Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

8 Huhti 15min

Ep 590: The Healing Power of Smut Part 4: A Transformative Journey Breaking Free from Religious and Societal Constraints, with Guest Chuck Breaking Free: The Healing Power of Erotic Literature Discover how one man's journey from strict Catholic upbringing to embracing erotic storytelling became a path to personal healing and authenticity. In this compelling episode, Chuck opens up about how reading and writing spicy content helped him overcome religious constraints and embrace his true self. Key highlights: - The therapeutic value of erotic literature beyond mere entertainment - Challenging censorship and societal control over sexual expression - The disconnect between romance's popularity and its social stigma - Navigating creative freedom in the digital age - The importance of sexual wellness for mental health - Understanding and embracing female sexuality - The transformative power of authentic storytelling Self-expression, self-care, and self-discovery are an important part of healthy mental health and sexual health. Sexual health IS a part of mental health. The conversation delves deep into the complexities of modern attitudes toward sexuality, personal freedom, and self-expression, while addressing the challenges faced by creators in more conservative communities. Ready to challenge your perspectives on erotic literature and personal freedom? Listen to this thought-provoking episode that bridges the gap between sexuality, storytelling, and self-discovery. Key Takeaways: • Writing erotic content can be a transformative and healing experience, providing meaningful substance beyond just gratuitous sex. • Love, romance, and sexuality are natural and essential parts of the human experience that should not be suppressed or controlled. • Navigating societal norms, personal desires, and creative freedom, especially on online publishing platforms, can be complex. Shownotes by Cleanoice ai. Ruan's Upcoming Release, an Open Door Romantasy Deception's Snare: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/deceptionssnare Listen to the full series: Listen to The Healing Power of Smut, Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16787440  Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16836959 Part 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16876985 Part 5: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16963478 Part 6: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/17002841 Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

4 Huhti 46min

Ep 589: Cheating with My Husband's Mentor by Evie Dawn. Lydia gets taken by the boss in taboo forbidden secretive acts...while she can see her husband. She's justified though, so it's all the pleasure and none of the guilt. About the Author: Evie Dawn is an author of extra spicy romantic erotica with a soft spot for forbidden love and slutty women who aren't afraid to explore their desires outside the confines of marriage. In every book, you'll find cheating wives discovering that true love sometimes lies in the arms of their affair partners and that a HEA can come in the most unexpected ways. Charity anthology: Get the spicy book! Erotica excerpt from: the charity anthology fiction book Not So Guilty Pleasures: 45+ Filthy Stories for a Cause, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN FOR HELP WITH HURRICANE & DISASTER FIRE RELIEF https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/charityanthology  (any money made from my affiliate link usage to buy the anthology will also be donated to the same charity). It is also in Kindle Unlimited (for a limited time). Not-So-Guilty Pleasures is a charity anthology benefiting World Central Kitchen (for help with the hurricane and other disaster relief). The anthology is only available for a limited time so act now! Enjoy storytelling erotic audio about spicy romance relationships, swingers, hot erotica stories, erotica romance, and self care for you! Take time to pay attention to your mental health sexual health. Pleasure is your birthright! Get Podcast Host Ruan's new spicy open door Romantasy Novella: Overcoming Heartache https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/overcomingheartache Ruan's smut, erotica, erotic romance fiction books and audiobooks: http://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/ Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

1 Huhti 19min

Ep 587: The Healing Power of Smut Part 3: The Positive Effects of Reading Smut on Women's Sexuality, Empowerment, Pleasure, Confidence, Body Positivity and Healing with reader and writer Emmie Florence.  Topics Discussed:  Erotica Authors, Creative Nonfiction, Female Empowerment, Kink Communities, Smut Journey, Women's Sexuality, Body Positivity, Fantasy Exploration, Community Building, Sexual Liberation, Reading Smut, Diverse Erotica, Empowering Narratives, Female Pleasure, Smut Recommendations, Non-Judgmental Spaces, Emotional Healing Guest Bio: M. Florence is a Midwestern, GenX multi-genre writer. She works, teaches, and (sometimes) writes. Her work has been published in Prairie Home Magazine and Bending Genres. She holds a PhD in smut reading and is ready to talk all things monster and dark romance. You can find her chatting up smut writers at @mflorence.bsky.social. Kink 22: https://www.ryn-rehnard.com/guest-writers/2159247_kink-22-by-m-florence-nswf Erotic short: https://prairiehomemag.com/lower/ Episode Summary: In this exciting episode of Oh F*ck Yeah, Ruan Willow, it's a deep dive into the transformative world of erotica with the talented writer Emmie Florence. Together, they explore the healing power of smut, discussing how reading and writing erotic literature can empower women and foster self-acceptance. Emmie shares her personal journey and reads her provocative piece, "Kink 22," which captures the complexities of desire and submission. The discussion challenges societal norms surrounding female sexuality, celebrates the diversity of erotic literature, and highlight the importance of community within the smut world. From recommendations of must-read smutty erotica authors to the liberating experience of embracing one's desires, this episode is a heartfelt conversation about finding joy and empowerment through the written word. And above all, pleasure. Episode Timeline: 00:00 - New series, The Healing Power of Smut 00:57 - Emmie Florence talks about the healing power of smut 07:18 - The diversity within smut or erotica or dark romance is incredible 08:32 - Being a woman isn't just one thing 09:57 - The level of acceptance in the smut community is much greater than traditional book groups 13:41 - Reading erotica has given me a better relationship with my body 18:49 - The last piece of this is, I think, the trickiest part 21:36 - One thing I really love to focus on in my writing is female pleasure 25:30 - The more smut you can read, the better Narration of Emma's Policy mentioned in the podcast episode: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/emmaspolicyaudiobook Season's Teasings: Snowbound Seductions Anthology a collection of erotic fiction (affiliate links): https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/seasonsteasingssnowboundseductions Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

28 Maalis 32min

Episode 586: Claiming Sierra, Age Gap Baby Making Breeding Sex by December Drake. He's been obsessed with his son's ex, and now that they've broken up, he intends to make the sexy young woman his, especially since she's hungry to be bred. Story Tropes: MF Sex, Claiming, Male Domination, Baby Making Breeding Kink About the Author: December writes stories about aggressive men claiming, breeding, and using women for their pleasure. Her sweetest stories are on Amazon and other major retailers, while the darkest can be found on Smashwords, Ream, and Eden Books. Connect more with the author December Drake: https://www.decemberdrake.com/ Get the spicy book! Erotica excerpt from: the charity anthology fiction book Not So Guilty Pleasures: 45+ Filthy Stories for a Cause, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN FOR HELP WITH HURRICANE & DISASTER FIRE RELIEF https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/charityanthology  (any money made from my affiliate link usage to buy the anthology will also be donated to the same charity). It is also in Kindle Unlimited (for a limited time). Not-So-Guilty Pleasures is a charity anthology benefiting World Central Kitchen (for help with the hurricane and other disaster relief). The anthology is only available for a limited time so act now! Enjoy storytelling erotic audio about spicy romance relationships, swingers, hot erotica stories, erotica romance, and self care for you! Take time to pay attention to your mental health sexual health. Pleasure is your birthright! Get Podcast Host Ruan's new spicy open door Romantasy Novella: Overcoming Heartache https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/overcomingheartache Ruan's smut, erotica, erotic romance fiction books and audiobooks: http://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/ Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

25 Maalis 19min

Season 5, Episode 585: The Healing Power of Smut, Part 2: Writing and Self-Acceptance with Author Jacques Gerard.  In this episode of Oh F*ck Yeah, I welcome back for the fourth time, the charismatic Jacques Gerard for a deep dive into the healing power of writing smut, erotica, and erotic romance. As we explore personal journeys of self-acceptance, the conversation flows from the importance of honesty in writing to the liberating experience of embracing one's unique desires.  Jacques shares his experiences with foot fetishism and how writing has been a pivotal part of his healing process. We discuss the societal pressures that often stifle individuality and the joy of discovering a community that celebrates diverse preferences.  Tune in for an enlightening discussion that encourages listeners to love themselves and embrace their true identities through creativity and expression. Topics discussed: Healing Power Of Writing, Healing Through Reading, Self-Acceptance, Creativity As Healing, Midlife Empowerment, Personal Growth, Writing Journey, Spiritual Awakening, Honesty In Writing, Overcoming Societal Norms, Individuality In Literature, Emotional Well-Being, Self-Discovery, Foot Fetish Acceptance, Artistic Expression, Mental Health, Writing And Self-Love, Breaking Free From Expectations, Creative Process, Self-Validation Through Writing, writing about foot fetishes, indie author, self-publishing, publishing platforms, self-discovery in sexuality, mental health, sexual health, wellbeing Summary Outline: 1. Introduction and Podcast Platforms 2. The Healing Power of Writing 3. Embracing Individuality 4. Personal Stories of Acceptance 5. The Role of Creativity in Healing 6. Conclusion and Future Plans Shownotes created with the assistance of Headliner ai. Jacques Gerard's writing: As Jacques Gerard on Substack, Medium, Ream, Amazon "The Barefoot Burglar" (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4hurCIj  Listen to the full series: Listen to The Healing Power of Smut, Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16787440  Part 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16876985 Part 4: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16918387 Part 5: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/16963478 Part 6: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/episodes/17002841 Support the show Newsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow https://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliate Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow

21 Maalis 31min