Men aren’t broken—they’re just stuck playing by old rules that no longer work. In this episode of The Purple Passion Project, Dr. Stacy sits down with men’s embodiment coach Jason Lange to talk about modern masculinity, sexual shame, “nice guy” patterns, porn, erectile issues, and the real reason men’s groups can transform intimacy.Jason opens up about how men can release shame, feel emotionally safe, and reconnect with their authentic power—while women learn what the masculine truly craves.If you’ve ever wondered what men are really thinking about sex, desire, and connection, this conversation is raw, honest, and surprisingly healing.🎧 Tune in for:- The truth about ED, libido, and performance pressure- Why emotional safety matters for men, too- How polarity can reignite long-term passion- What every man (and woman) needs to know about healthy masculinityGuest BioJason Lange is a men’s embodiment coach, group facilitator, and evolutionary guide. A certified No More Mr. Nice Guy coach, Jason helps men drop into their bodies, release shame, and wake up to deeper clarity in their purpose and relationships. He believes every man should be in a men’s group for the growth and support they provide, and through his work at Evolutionary Men he helps men build healthier expressions of masculinity, erotic connection, and intimacy.🌐 https://evolutionary.men📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolutionarymen/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@evolutionarymen🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@evolutionarymenHost BioDr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With over 26 years in the medical field and 20+ years working in sexuality, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame.She specializes in mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ+ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering. Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”✨ Stay connected with her beyond the show! ✨Grab your FREE download of *10 Things They Really Want in Bed (But Won’t Say Out Loud)*, explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and book your complimentary 15-minute intimacy coaching consult at https://drstacyfriedman.com.Follow @drstacyfriedman on social media for more tips, resources, and behind-the-scenes magic.If you’re looking for a healthy supplement that can increase blood flow, check out FLOW, a nitric oxide supplement. 💜 Get your FREE bottle here: https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=drstacy69&vendor=the20&cbpage=free
The Purple Passion Project is where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Hosted by Clinical Sexologist and Intimacy Coach Dr. Stacy Friedman, each episode dives deep into sex, intimacy, and connection—because small talk is boring, and you’re ready for the good stuff.
In this episode, Dr. Stacy welcomes Dr. Stephanie Hunter Jones, a nationally recognized Sex and Relationship Expert featured in Playboy, People Magazine, Time, and Vice.com. With a PhD in Human Sexuality, a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, and certifications as a Sex Coach and Anger Management Specialist, Dr. Stephanie blends clinical insight with fearless honesty.
Together, they explore how cosplay, role play, and power dynamics can become tools for emotional healing, self-expression, and deeper intimacy. From her experiences working in dungeons to her book Beyond the Costume: Finding Love and Emotional Healing Through Cosplay, Dr. Stephanie helps people let go of shame, embrace fantasy, and step into pleasure without apology.
💜 Tune in to hear:
How fantasy and play can heal emotional wounds
Why power dynamics can build deeper trust
Ways to explore role play safely and confidently
How to use imagination to rediscover desire
Guest Bio — Dr. Stephanie
Dr. Stephanie is a Clinical Sexologist, Intimacy Advisor, and Relationship Coach whose work has been featured in PLAYBOY, People Magazine, Time Magazine, Psychology Tomorrow, Self.com, Vice.com, Voyage LA, DatingNews.com, Eligible Magazine, Consumer Health Digest, Entity Magazine, and The Irish Examiner.
She’s a recurring “sexpert” on The Teddi Mellencamp Show, The Christy Canyon Show, The Anthony Padilla Show, Me Time With Frangela, and Don’t Suck at Sex.
With a PhD in Human Sexuality and a passion for helping people heal from guilt and shame, Dr. Stephanie uses a mind-body-energy approach to help clients build confidence, resilience, and authentic connection.
📘 Learn more at stephaniehunterjones.com
Host Bio — Dr. Stacy Friedman
Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex & Intimacy Coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With 26+ years in the medical field and 20+ years in sexuality, she helps people break taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame.
Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”
✨ Stay connected beyond the show!
✨Grab your FREE download 10 Things They Really Want in Bed (But Won’t Say Out Loud), explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and book your complimentary 15-minute intimacy consult at drstacyfriedman.com
Follow @drstacyfriedman
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Welcome to The Purple Passion Project, where we strip downthe layers and get real about sex, intimacy, and connection. In this episode, Dr. Stacy sits down with Pepper Kat—award-nominated adult content creator, fantasy fulfillment expert, and host of the podcast *Spicy Spectrum*.
Together, they dive into the raw truths behind digital intimacy, how the adult industry shapes desire and power, and why being seen and wanted is the ultimate aphrodisiac. If you’ve ever felt curious about what drives fantasy—or how to own yours without shame—this one’s for you.
Guest Bio:
Pepper Kat is an award-nominated adult content creator, hostof the bold and boundary-pushing podcast *Spicy Spectrum*, and the founder of *Design Your Dreamgirl™*, a custom fantasy fulfillment experience centered around personal connection, intimacy, and emotional exploration. A former news producer, Pepper brings a rare combination of insight, authenticity, and lived experience to conversations about sex, desire, and identity. She is known for her raw, thoughtful commentary on digital intimacy, taboo desires, and the emotional truth behind erotic connection.
Website: https://www.pepperkat.com/designyourdreamgirl
Host Bio:
Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of *The Purple Passion Project*.
With 26+ years in the medical field and 20+ years working in thesexuality field, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame. She specializes in mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painfulsex, and the LGBTQ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering. Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”
✨ Stay connected with her beyond the show! ✨ Grab your FREE download of 10 Things They Really Want in Bed (ButWon’t Say Out Loud), explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, Dr. Stacy offers a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide. Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow on socials @drstacyfriedman.
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Stacy sits down with author and educator Laura Alyn for a deep, soulful, and sensual conversation about curiosity, communication, and what your dreams—and even your Mars sign—say about your sexuality.
Together, they unpack how self-inquiry can lead to better sex, why communication is the ultimate foreplay, and how tapping into intuition can help you reclaim trust and pleasure in your body. It’s a beautiful blend of wisdom, warmth, and just the right amount of wild.
Guest Name: Laura Alyn
Title: Author, Educator, Founder of the ILA Institute
Website: https://theornelian.com/itslauraalyn
Socials: @itslauraalyn on TikTok & Instagram
Bio:
Laura Alyn is a visionary author, educator, and founder of the ILA Institute, a transformative learning initiative bridging the inner and outer worlds. Her work explores spirituality, sexuality, and self-actualization through inquiry and story. A former classroom teacher now completing her PhD, Laura blends structure with soul, guiding others to rediscover purpose, passion, and pleasure.
She’s the author of All About Sex: 1000+ Questions and Activities to Embrace Your Sexuality—a playful, thought-provoking journal designed to help people explore their desires and deepen communication. Laura also hosts ILA Radio andGrounded Spirits, podcasts devoted to education, wellness, and awakening the sensual self.
Host Bio: Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With 26+ years in the medical field and 20+ years working in the sexuality field, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame. She specializes in mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering. Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”
Dr. Stacy Friedman is the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, andinsightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
✨ Stay connected with her beyond the show! ✨ Grab your FREE download of 10 Things They Really Want in Bed (But Won’t Say Out Loud), explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLEfor 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, Dr. Stacy offers a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide. Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow on socials @drstacyfriedman.If you are looking for a healthy supplement that can increase blood flow that you saw in the podcast commercial, here is the link for a FREE bottle of FLOW, a nitric oxide supplement:https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=drstacy69&vendor=the20&cbpage=free
Episode Summary
This week on The Purple Passion Project, we’re turning upthe heat with Dr. Rachel Needle — Licensed Psychologist, Certified Sex Therapist, and Co-Director of the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. From women struggling to reach orgasm to men dealing with finishing too fast (or not at all), we’re getting into the tips, tools, and techniques that make sex hotter,connection deeper, and pleasure more satisfying for every body. We bust the myth that desire fades with age, talk about navigating mismatched libidos, and explore how social media and tech are reshaping our sexual confidence. This one is raw, real, and ready to inspire your next bedroom adventure.Why orgasms are about more than just the climax— and how they boost confidence.Masturbation as a secret weapon for learningyour own pleasure. Sexy, non-awkward ways to communicate what youwant in bed. Positions and toys that can help women reachorgasm more easily. Tips for managing early or delayed ejaculationin men. The role of healthy communication in keepingpassion alive. How social media and technology are shapingdesire and connection. Debunking the myth that sex and libido fade withage.
Dr. Rachel Needle is a Licensed Psychologist and CertifiedSex Therapist in private practice, and the founder and executive director of the Whole Health Psychological Center. She is the Co-Director of the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, one of the largest continuing education and certificationproviders for sex and sexuality professionals worldwide. Rachel has been featured in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, and The Washington Post, and has presented her work internationally. Her expertise spans sexual function anddysfunction, relationship concerns, sexual compulsivity, trauma, and the impact of social and cultural factors on intimacy.
Modern Sex Therapy Institutes:https://www.modernsextherapyinstitutes.com/
Follow Dr. Rachel Needle on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drrachelneedleHost Bio: Dr. StacyFriedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With 26+ years in the medical field and 20+ years working in the sexuality field, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthierintimacy—without shame. She specializes in mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversationsabout sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering. Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”
Dr. Stacy Friedman is the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, andinsightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
✨ Stay connected with her beyond the show! ✨ Grab your FREE download of 10 Things They Really Want in Bed (But Won’tSay Out Loud), explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, Dr. Stacy offers a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide. Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow on socials @drstacyfriedman.
If you are looking for a healthy supplement that can increase blood flow that you saw in the podcast commercial, here is the link for a FREE bottle of FLOW, a nitric oxide supplement:https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=drstacy69&vendor=the20&cbpage=free
Episode Description:
What if the heartbreak you’ve been through isn’t the end of your love story, but the beginning of something deeper? In this episode of The Purple Passion Project, I’m joined by the incredible Robyn Vogel—trauma-informed psychotherapist, Tantra & Intimacy Coach, and creator of Ready for Love® and the Come Back to Love® Four Gates Approach. Robyn’s story is proof that no matter how much loss, betrayal, or pain you’ve experienced, it’s never too late to heal your heart, reclaim your worth, and magnetize real love.
Together we dive into:
✨ How to heal betrayal and past breakups without shutting down your heart
✨ Identifying your #1 block to love (and finally clearing it)
✨ Why self-love and worthiness are the sexiest foundation for intimacy
✨ Beginner-friendly ways to explore tantra for healing and connection
✨ Rebuilding trust and emotional intimacy in a relationship after it’s been broken.
Robyn’s journey from heartbreak to heart-open is inspiring, vulnerable, and packed with tools you can use to start your own comeback-to-love story today.
Why Listen: This isn’t just about dating or sex—it’s about healing trauma, building emotional resilience, and creating aligned partnerships that feel safe, passionate, and deeply connected. If you’ve ever wondered how to truly move forward after betrayal or how to use intimacy practices like tantra to unlock connection, this episode is for you.
Keywords included for SEO: love after betrayal, healing heartbreak, intimacy coach, tantra healing, trauma-informed relationships, self-love practices, dating after heartbreak, emotional intimacy, trust after betrayal.
Connect with Robyn:
🌐 Website: comebacktolove.com
📲 Social Media: comebacktolove_robynvogel
Host Bio: Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, certified sex & intimacy coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple Passion Project. With 26+ years in the medical field and 20+ years working in the sexuality field, Dr. Stacy helps people break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy—without shame. She specializes inmismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel safe, real, and seriously empowering. Her motto: “My passion is to help you create yours.”
Dr. Stacy Friedman is the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, and insightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
✨Stay connected with her beyond the show!
Grab your FREE book download, explore her sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, Dr. Stacy offers a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide.
Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow me on socials @drstacyfriedman.
If you are looking for a healthy supplement that can increase blood flow that you saw in the podcast commercial, here is the link for FLOW, a nitric oxide supplement: https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=drstacy69&vendor=the20&cbpage=free
Guest Episode: Ami (Amethysta Herrick) – Post-Transition Intimacy & Orgasms
Ever wondered what it’s like to truly rediscover yourbody—and your pleasure—after a major life change? My guest this week, Ami (Amethysta Herrick), has an incredible story. A transgender woman, scientist, and Certified Hypnotist, Ami recently celebrated her “Hoochiversary”—the one-year mark since her vaginoplasty in Thailand. And yes, we talk openly about how intimacy, connection, and yes, orgasms, have evolved for her since.
Ami is a transgender woman, Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry,Certified Hypnotist, and founder of The Purplepaw Blog. She blends science with lived experience to guide others in exploring identity, intimacy, and connection. Married both before and after her transition, Ami offers a rare andintimate perspective on navigating an existing relationship while embracing a new gender identity. She also brings her Hypnotherapy Driven Identity Guidanceto help people understand and express their authentic selves.
- How intimacy shifts after gender-affirming surgery- Learning a new body—and discovering new pathways to pleasure- Navigating a long-term relationship through gender transition
This is a candid, heartfelt, and yes—playfully sexy—conversation about identity, pleasure, and deep connection. Ami’s journey shows that intimacy isn’t static—it’s something we can keep exploring, evolving, and celebrating.
💜 Follow Ami:
https://bsky.app/profile/amethysta.io /https://www.youtube.com/@amethystaherrick /https://www.tiktok.com/@amethystaherrick /https://www.linkedin.com/in/amethystaherrick / https://purplepawclan.comFull Bio
Dr. Stacy Friedman, Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex &Intimacy Coach, and Podcast Host
Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist and certifiedsex and intimacy coach who helps individuals and couples of all genders and orientations discover deeper connection, pleasure, and confidence—inside and outside the bedroom. With over 26 years of experience in the medical field andmore than two decades working in the sexuality field, she brings a rare mix of clinical expertise and specialized training in sexual health, intimacy coaching, communication, and relationship dynamics.
Dr. Stacy works with all aspects of sexuality but specializes in helping clients with mismatched sex drives, supporting women who experience painful sex, guiding those exploring alternative lifestyles, and working with the LGBTQcommunity. She guides people through intimacy blocks, desire differences, and sexual wellness challenges with practical strategies, humor, and a no-shame approach to sex education.
She is also the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, andinsightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
✨ Stay connected with me beyond the show! ✨Grab your FREE book download, explore my sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, I offer a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide. Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow me on socials @drstacyfriedman.Dr. Stacy’s passion is to help you create yours.
Welcome to The Purple Passion Project—the show where we ditch the small talk and dive deep into sex, intimacy, and connection. Hosted by Clinical Sexologist Dr. Stacy Friedman, each episode is your permission slip to get curious, get real, and get turned on—in every sense of the word.
This week, Dr. Stacy is joined by Certified Relationship, Intimacy & Sex Therapist SkyeBlu—aka the Pleasure Advocate—who’s made it her mission to help women reclaim their erotic power and stop feeling broken in the bedroom. If you’ve ever thought: “I’m just not in the mood lately”, “Intimacy feels like another thing on my to-do list” or “Where did my sex drive go?”, this episode is for you.
We’re talking:
Why emotional intimacy is often the missing link to physical desire.
What “pleasure without pressure” really means—and how it changes everything.
How to reconnect with your body (even if it feels like a stranger).
The hidden impact of stress, shame, and purity culture on your desire.
And—SkyeBlu’s free sexy gift for our listeners: Your Sexy Menu: 100 Ways to Explore Your Intimate Desires. https://www.intimacywithblu.com/the-100-menu
Whether you’re solo or partnered, this conversation will help you tune in, turn on, and take back your sensual self.Because like Blu says…
Life’s too short for bad sex. Period.
Guest Bio:
SkyeBlu is a Certified Relationship, Intimacy, & SexTherapist who’s spent over seven years helping women and couples transform their intimate lives. She specializes in helping women reclaim their power, communicate their desires, and experience more pleasure in long-termrelationships. Blu also explores ENM (ethical non-monogamy) and LGBTQ+ topics, and runs the free private Facebook group 'Thriving Women In Relationships.'
Why do so many women stop craving sex—even in happyrelationships? And how can couples bring back that newlywed-level passion?
In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Purple Passion Project, Susan Brattonshares her breakthrough Small Offers Technique—a step-by-step system that helpsmen bypass rejection, reignite desire, and create effortless intimacy again.
We dive into:
- The truth about female desire and why it fades
- How “Small Offers” turn everyday moments into seduction
- Word-for-word scripts and subtle touch moves that make her say YES
- The Four Keys to Seduction and how they deepen intimacy over time
- Clitoral anatomy secrets that change everything about arousal
- Regenerative therapies for ageless sexuality (and penis sculpting, too)
If your sex life feels stuck, this episode is your roadmap back to connectionand passion.
Susan's Free Gift- moresexmoreoften.com
Follow Dr. Stacy- @drstacyfriedman (IG, TikTok, YouTube, FB)Guest:Susan Bratton — “Intimacy Expert to Millions💋,”best-selling author of 44 books and programs, CEO of Personal Life Media andThe 20, Chief Advocacy Officer at ProDx Health, and spokesperson for GAINSWaveand the Dr. Joel Kaplan Company. She’s been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, and onover 1,000 podcasts and summits.
https://susanbratton.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susanbratton/ https://betterlover.comhttps://longevitywins.substack.com/ https://betterlover.substack.com/https://personallifemedia.com https://the20store.comhttps://youtube.com/c/betterlover https://instagram.com/susanbrattonhttps://www.threads.net/@susanbrattonhttps://bsky.app/profile/susanbratton.bsky.socialhttps://www.facebook.com/trustedhotsexadvisortomillions
Dr. Stacy Friedman BioDr. Stacy Friedman, Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex &Intimacy Coach, and Podcast Host
Dr. Stacy is a Clinical Sexologist and certifiedsex and intimacy coach who helps individuals and couples of all genders and orientations discover deeper connection, pleasure, and confidence—inside and outside the bedroom. With over 26 years of experience in the medical field andmore than two decades working in the sexuality field, she brings a rare mix of clinical expertise and specialized training in sexual health, intimacy coaching, communication, and relationship dynamics.Dr. Stacy works with all aspects of sexuality but specializes in helping clients with mismatched sex drives, supporting women who experience painful sex, guiding those exploring alternative lifestyles, and working with the LGBTQcommunity. She guides people through intimacy blocks, desire differences, and sexual wellness challenges with practical strategies, humor, and a no-shame approach to sex education.
She is also the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, andinsightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
Dr. Stacy’s passion is to help you create yours.
Size matters but confidence matters more. But what if you could have both? In this episode of The Purple Passion Project, we’re stripping away the stigma and going below the belt with Dan Salas—CEO of Surgery Life Enhancement—to talk about what male enhancement really looks like, why men are lining up for it, and how it can completely change what happens in (and out of) the bedroom.
We get raw, real, and just a little risqué as we cover:
The real truth about male enhancement—spoiler: it’s not just about inches.
Surgical vs. non-surgical options: what’s safe, what works, and what to skip.
How “girth work” isn’t just physical—it’s a total confidence boost.
Why more men are dropping their pants for this procedure than ever before.
The myths and taboos that keep men silent—and why it’s time to talk.
This one’s bold, it’s cheeky, and it just might make you see your partner’s confidence (and package) in a whole new way.
Guest Dan Salas is the CEO of Surgery Life Enhancement (SLE), a clinic dedicated to helping men upgrade their confidence through surgical and non-surgical male enhancement. With over 30 years in the game, Dan has been featured in a BBC documentary, strutted his stuff at the Playboy Mansion, and is on a mission to take male enhancement out of the shadows and into the spotlight.
Learn more at: surgerylifeenhancement.com & WhatsApp +52 664 510 7289
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✨ That’s it for this episode of The Purple Passion Project—where we keep it real with just the right amount of spice. Stay curious, stay turned on, and never apologize for wanting more.
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t.Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch thesurface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
📌 Episode Description: What if the voice in yourhead that keeps criticizing you… isn’t actually you? In this powerful episode of The Purple Passion Project, Dr. Stacy sits down with transformational healer and trauma decoding expert Emma Lyons to explore the deep link between shame,trauma, love avoidance, and intimacy. Emma shares how shame isn’t a flaw—it’s a survival response. We talk about how trauma lives in the nervous system, why some women can’t fully receive love, intimacy, or pleasure (even after years of self-work), and the 5 signs it might be time to break up with your “inner narcissist.” This episode is raw, validating, and deeply transformative.
🧠 In This Episode, We Cover:
• What the “innernarcissist” or shame voice really is
• Why shame is a survival response, not aflaw
• How trauma blocks intimacy and emotional safety • Love avoidance and whyreceiving can feel unsafe
• The difference between somatic healing and mindsetwork
• The 5 signs it’s time to break up with your inner critic
FREE GUIDE: 5 Signs It’s Time to Break Up with Your Inner Narcissist
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🔥 Connect with Emma Lyons: • IG: trauma.matrix/LinkedIn: emma-lyons-traumamatrix/ FB: trauma.matrix YouTube: @trauma.matrix /TikTok: @trauma.matrix / https://traumamatrix.substack.com/ • Program: Evict the Narc Within
Emma's Bio: Emma Lyons is a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix, where she helps women break up with the shame voice that’s been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years. After studying law and international human rights, Emma turned away from a lifepath that looked good on paper but felt like slow death — and spent the next decade deep in the healing world. Despite all the therapy, yoga, mindset work, and energy practices, she still found herself stuck in loops of self-erasure, burnout, and invisibility… until she uncovered the deeper truth: she’dinternalized a narcissistic system of control, and it was running her from the inside out. Today, Emma helps high-functioning, heart-led women dismantle that inner narcissist, the shame voice that humiliates, controls, and impersonates them, so they can reclaim clarity, power, and nervous system freedom.
💜 Connect with Dr. Stacy: • Website:www.drstacyfriedman.com • Social: @drstacyfriedman (IG, TikTok, YouTube, FB), LinkedIn: @drstacy
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The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Episode & Guest Bio: Bern Mendez – Neuroscience-Based Dating & Relationship Coaching
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right in dating but still not finding the relationship you want—this one’s for you. BernMendez combines neuroscience, somatic approaches, and attachment research to help midlife women break through emotional barriers and find lasting partnership.
Bern is a dating and relationship coach with 14 years ofexperience, featured on CNN, HuffPost, and Univision. Based in Austin, TX, he helps women understand the subconscious patterns that block love and teaches them how to connect from a place of safety, confidence, and emotional alignment.
- How the nervous system affects dating patterns- The role of attachment in finding lasting love- Using polyvagal theory to feel safe in love- Why midlife dating requires a different approach- Overcoming subconscious barriers to commitment
Bern offers practical tools and deep insight for anyone ready to stop repeating the same dating cycles and start attracting emotionally available partners.
💜 Follow Bern:
https://www.youtube.com/@bernmendez https://www.bernmendez.com
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The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Guest: Ava Pikul, Intimacy Coach & Tantric Therapist
Feeling numb “down there”? Emotionally checked out from your body? Disconnected from pleasure, even when you want to feel it? You are not alone—and you are not broken.
In this raw and powerful episode of The Purple Passion Project, Dr. Stacy sits down with Ava Pikul—a sensual guide, transformational therapist, and tantric practitioner who helps women finally feel at home in their bodies again.
Together, we explore why so many high-achieving, over-giving women find themselves burnt out, sexually shut down, and disconnected from their own desires. More importantly—we talk about how to come back online.
Why you may feel numb during intimacy (and how to change it)
The hidden ways trauma lives in the body
What it really means to be sexually embodied
The myth of “I’m not ready yet” and how it keeps women stuck
How spirituality and sensuality were never meant to be separate
The vagina-brain connection and why your pleasure is your power
How to reconnect with yourself without needing to “fix” anything
About Ava:
Ava Pikul is a Tibetan Five Elements Practitioner, ABS Sexologist, and Rapid Transformational Therapist who guides women from burnout to embodied bliss. Through her Diamond Ascension Intimacy Coaching and Ava’s Aphrodisia line of products, she helps women reclaim their sensuality and rewire their pleasure pathways from the inside out.
Follow her on Instagram: @ava.pikul & www.diamondascension.org
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The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t.Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Guest Bio:
Dr. Eva Brown Burnett has been teaching, guiding, and mentoring individuals, couples, and families in private practice for over a decade (25,000+ hours of 1 on 1 coaching). She offers much more than the basic relationship tweak, intimacy hack or communication tip, although “all of that” is part of her work,too. Her work carries extraordinary depth so the people most attracted to her work want the whole Sha-Bang when it comes to co-creating a conscious and sacred partnership. Her magic is making all things “healthy relating” simple, easy, and tangible to contemplate & integrate overtime.
She is known for her signature methodology “ConsciousRelationship Mapping™” which is woven throughout all of her offerings, including the Sacred Partners Membership. Her traditional training was completed at Nova Southeastern University where she received her master’s & Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy.
She is Gottman 1 & 2 certified, and her work is both traumaand research informed. Her mission is to help couples create a “Love Legacy” that stands the test of time, is deeply fulfilling & devoted to love, itself!
Become a member of the Sacred Partners “Love Legacy” Membership here: https://sacredlifepartners.com/sacred-partners-membership/
Take the 3 Types of Couples Dynamics Quiz: https://sacredlifepartners.com/couple-quiz/
Get complimentary access to the “5 Stages to ConsciousRelationship MappingTM” mini-course, which provides a “road map” for couples to understand how, why, and where to begin their growth journey together.: https://sacredlifepartners.com/mini-course/
Listen to the Sacred Partners podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qn3967PSApQSS83Li7Ds5?si=VzJOhmBQSN6NUHBR3-RfeQ
Join the Sacred Partners relationship blog, which is 100% focused on serving & supporting you and your relationship. Sign up free here: https://sacredlifepartners.com/newsletter-signup/
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations aboutsex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Guest Bio: Mark Cusack- Mark Cusack (they/he) is an author, lecturer and specialist coach supporting people with complex, fluid or undefined sexuality and gender.
Mark runs the online platform @notdefining where he makes content about bisexuality, asexuality, non-binary identities and neuro divergence.
Mark grew up between Kilmarnock in Scotland and Hertfordshire in England and now lives in Liverpool UK.
Social media: @notdefining
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep intosex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—withno shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Guest Bio: Dr. Kryss Shane (she/her)-With over 25 years of experience guiding the world’s top leaders in business, education and community via individual, small group and full-staff trainings, Dr. Kryss Shane, MBA, MS, MSW, LSW, LMSW (she/her) has been featured as America’s go-to Leading LGBT+ Expert in The New York Times, ABC News, Yahoo!, and CNN. Her writing has also appeared in the Journal of Nonprofit Education and Leadership, Huffington Post, International Council of Professors of Educational Leadership, The New Social Worker Magazine, and many more.
Dr. Kryss is known for helping businesses address their unique Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion needs in an approachable, manageable and actionable way. This includes alterations to physical spaces, updating hiring practices, re-drafting policies and procedures and more. In addition to her doctorate, she holds two master’s degrees, two licenses to practice mental healthcare, and she is currently serving as the Director of the Social Work Program and Assistant Professor at Thomas University, as well as being a Lecturer at Columbia University and an Adjunct Professor at Fordham University, Endicott College, National Louis University, and National University.
Dr. Kryss is the author of The Medical Professional's Guide to LGBT+ Inclusion: Creating a Workplace Culture that Nurtures a Welcoming, Inclusive, and Affirming Environment which provides guidance to medical professionals at hospitals, clinics, and more to become best prepared to treat and care for LGBT+ people within their facilities. She has also written Creating an LGBT+ Inclusive University: A Practical Resource Guide for Faculty and Administrators, which provides guidance for faculty and administrators of universities and colleges to become knowledgeable, capable, and able to make their campuses (including online campuses) more LGBT+ inclusive. Dr. Kryss is also the author of Creating an LGBT+ Inclusive Workplace: The Practical Resource Guide for Business Leaders, which provides best practices and professional guidance for creating LGBT+ inclusive workplaces, including creating safer working environments, updating company policies, enhancing continuing education and training, and better supporting LGBT+ people in the workplace training and other tangible ways to support LGBT+ people in the workplace. Dr. Kryss’ first book, The Educator's Guide to LGBT+ Inclusion, is the first book of its kind to guide educators, administrators, and school staff to become able and empowered to make their schools more LGBT+ inclusive. www.thisiskryss.com
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Podcast Guest Bio – Tammi LippIntuitive Healer | Spiritual Coach | Psychic Medium | SpeakerTammi Lipp is an Intuitive Healer, Spiritual Coach, and Psychic Medium who helps strong, creative souls reconnect with their intuition, clear energetic blocks, and evolve into their most authentic, soul-aligned selves.After a successful career in commercial real estate, Tammi’s life took a powerful turn when she became a mother and experienced postpartum anxiety. That awakening led her on a deep inner journey—through energy work, healing, and spiritual discovery—that ultimately revealed her natural gifts as an open channel and intuitive guide.Tammi went on to become certified in MCKS Pranic Energy Healing®, Neuro Identity Evolution® Coaching, Holy Fire® Reiki, and trained as a Clairvoyant Practitioner. She blends practical tools with metaphysical wisdom to help high-achieving individuals access clarity, healing, and purpose. Her signature message, “You’re not crazy, you’re intuitive,” has inspired audiences in workshops, moon circles, and live events to embrace their sensitivity, expand their consciousness, and live more intuitively—out loud.Tammi lives in South Florida with her talented artist husband and adorable son and offers private sessions, group experiences, and transformational talks both online and in person.@tammilipp / sacredphilosophies.com
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Susan Winograd, MSPT, is the owner and founder of Pelvicore Rehab & Wellness, a premier pelvic health and wellness practice based in Boca Raton, Florida. Pelvicore Rehab & Wellness specializes in Women's Health, Men's Health, Pre- and Postnatal Care, Menopause Health, and a wide range of digestive, bowel, bladder, and sexual health issues.
Susan has expanded her practice to include Hormone Health, supporting individuals in addressing fatigue, brain fog, hormonal imbalance, anxiety, stubborn belly fat, and gut issues. Her holistic, root-cause approach blends education, expert care, and community to help clients achieve lasting health independence. Pelvicore's revolutionary system empowers people to take charge of their health with confidence, clarity, and support.
She is passionate about education and clinical outreach, which inspired the launch of Ask the Experts, a monthly educational initiative designed to bring foundational, expert-led health information to the broader community. Through these live events, Pelvicore creates access to trusted resources that support whole-body wellness and lifelong learning.
Susan teaches internationally and has developed programs for the Eden Center in Israel and for GOLD Online Education. Her treatment philosophy is grounded in a hands-on, whole-person approach, focused on uncovering and addressing the root cause of dysfunction for long-term healing. She has been featured in Shootout Miami, BOLD Magazine, Peloton, and Fit&Well Magazine, and she hosts the podcast Your Pelvic Health, where she shares practical insights and expert interviews.
Her commitment remains rooted in providing the highest level of personalized care, helping clients relieve pain, restore function, and live vibrant, empowered lives.
SUSAN'S LINKS:
www.pelvicorerehab.com
https://www.facebook.com/pelvicorerehabandwellness/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-winograd-8400bb156/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCiEl1ZFlA5SzN44MhUwzgA?view_as=subscriber
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Julie Savitz is a certified healthy coach, life coach and divorce coach. She helps women navigate the chaos of divorce and come out healthier and stronger on the other side. With empathy, real-life experience, and no-nonsense support, she guides clients through the emotional, logistical, and personal challenges of separation—so they can rebuild with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Julie's mission is simple: help women stop just surviving and start thriving.
Some of Julie's links for the show are FB= https://www.facebook.com/julie.savitz
YT= https://www.youtube.com/@julie.savitz
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Susan Block, LMFT, is the founder of Coral Springs Counseling Center—South Florida's top-rated online therapy practice for couples and individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and do the real work. She and her team specialize in helping couples work through everything from intimacy struggles and mismatched sex drives to communication breakdowns, infidelity, and those "are we even going to make it?" moments.
Many of the couples Susan works with have tried therapy before- maybe it didn't click, or maybe it just wasn't the right time. Now, it's their last-ditch effort, and Susan and her team are known for helping turn things around when the stakes feel high. With a warm, candid, and no-fluff approach, they tailor each session to meet clients where they are, using practical tools and strategies that actually work especially for couples stuck in the stress and disconnect of everyday life.
These are her handles for social media and contact info susanblock@coralspringscounselingcenter.com facebook.com/coralspringscounseling instagram.com/coralspringscounseling