Ashley and Producer Sam go through listener emails, and discuss the topics that you brought to the table. This week: a singles' guide to meeting couples, sex as service, and the intersection of the physical act of sex, and mental health. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/…

Ashley gives us a quickie on a listener-requested topic: Jealousy! Ashley gives tips on self-regulating, and refocusing back on the important thing: you! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.inst…

Ashley and Producer Sam dive deep into the wonderful world of sex toys for penises!!! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsor, Sybian. Get a S…

Ashley wraps up Anal August with returning champion, B! On the agenda: pegging empowerment, the personal evolution of sexuality, and the wonderful world of lube. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit …

Ashley discusses relieving blockage of the Root Chakra through the practice of anal exploration, how to communicate needs during those moments, and being present in your body. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual…

Ashley and Producer Sam discuss the wonderful world of sex toys! Ashley gives a brief history of sex toys, and a look at laws limiting the number of sex toys a person can own. Also, Ashley talks about what makes for a good sex toy, as well as some of her favorite toys. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.…

Ashley is joined by Reid About Sex's Reid Mihalko, to discuss energetic sex, desire discrepancy, and being nerds about all things sex. www.reidaboutsex.com/energy www.reidaboutsex.com/awkward www.reidaboutsex.com/elevator Here's Ashley's link to Reid's Ready for Re-entry offering: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ready-for-reentry-easing-back-into-s-ex…

Ashley is joined by Producer Sam to discuss expectations within relationships, as well as with sex. Do we expect too much from our partners? Do we have unreasonable expectations of ourselves? To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit…

Ashley is joined by special guest/ lover, B, to discuss exploring different ways of thinking outside the sexual box. This ain't your mama's sex podcast! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.insta…

This week, Ashley is joined by her bestie, Katie to dive deep into the seedy underbelly of dating apps, and red flags you should look for when giving dating apps a try. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or…

With things opening back up across the country, people are feeling some post-Covid awkwardness, when going back in the public. Ashley discusses her feelings, and how to get back into the swing of things, in and out of the bed. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedint…

Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT# 106352) discuss the impact ADHD can have on social interactions, weed, sex, and... everything! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Specia…

Ashley is joined by Producer Sam (LMFT# 106352) to discuss how to ease back into the orgy scene, post-pandemic. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to ou…

Ashley is joined by Producer Sam (LMFT# 106352) to talk about dating in a post-Covid universe. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsor, Sybian…

Ashley is joined by her lover, B, to talk about enhancing sexual pleasure with sex toys! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsor, Sybian. Get …

Ashley is joined by her amazing lover, B, to talk about the impact psychedelics can have on intimacy. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsor,…

Ashley wanted to celebrate 420 with a quickie. Celebrate safely! Enjoy! To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thanks to our sponsor, Sybian. Get a Sybian sex mach…

Co-host of the Weed+Grub podcast Mary Jane Gibson joins Ashley to talk about weed, delicious foods, and the therapeutic benefits of fungi. Bio: Mary Jane Gibson wrote and edited for High Times for over a decade. She was named one of the “15 most powerful women in the weed industry” by Complex and was recently featured in Forbes. She now writes for …

Ashley is joined by Bevin, founder of Fat Kid Dance Party, to talk about climbing the mountain of self-love, and the importance of accepting who we are right now. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit…

In a special episode of Elevated Intimacy, Ashley welcomes her long-time partner, B, to discuss the importance of communication within a relationship, and if/when fights come up, how to fight fairly. They also discuss the importance of not taking things personally, the transformative powers of apology, and the value of being on the same team. To fi…

Ashley took this occasion to talk about things on her mind recently, including dealing with stress in a soon-to-be post-Covid world. Also, she talks about setting personal boundaries, self care, and having compassion for ourselves and others. Ashley's book recommendations: Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Dr. Peter Levine Come As You Are, revise…

This is a throwback episode of Ashley's old podcast, "Carnalcopia," with her best friend, Katie. The last one from the archives! In this episode, they discuss to discuss ways of asking for sexual desires to be met, and how to start conversations around trying new, kinky, fun things! Katie and Ashley have been best friends since 2006 and used to hav…

Natalie Rivera, host of the "How I F*ck" podcast, joins Ashley to discuss experiences they've both had with bi-erasure in their personal lives, as well as in the media. Bio: Natalie Rivera is a freelance producer and journalist based in Los Angeles. She is currently the producer of the podcast, Everything is Fine, as well as The Girl with the Self-…

This week, Miss Bliss (Deidra) joins Ashley to talk about organizing a sisterhood of women connecting through cannabis, and other fun, empowering activities. Bio: Deidra Bagdasarian (a.k.a. Miss Bliss) is a long time activist and leader in the cannabis industry. She’s created award winning edibles, lectures for collegiate cannabis courses, and is t…

It's Valentine's Day and Ashley could think of no better co-host than her own beloved Person, Katie. These platonic soulmates share their insights on what makes a thoughtful V-Day gift, how to cope if you're single, separated from your partner, or hate the holiday, and ways to take care of yourself in all of these scenarios. Plus Ashley recaps some…

Comedian Mike Glazer joins Ashley to talk about masturbation, being creative while high, and the importance of keeping a towel handy. Bio: Mike Glazer has performed and written for HBO’s Emmy-nominated Night of Too Many Stars, Food Network’s Worst Cooks in America, truTV’s Billy on the Street, Comedy Central, CBS’s The Late Late Show with Craig Fer…

Ashley is joined by the amazing Dr. Cat Meyer (Eat. Play. Sex. Podcast, among several other things), to discuss Attachment Theory, the impact that expectations can have on relationships, and the importance of communication. Bio: Dr. Cat Meyer, PsyD, LMFT is a licensed relationship + sex therapist, yoga instructor, and international speaker dedicate…

Ashley is joined by Moriah Barnhart, founder of CannaMoms, to discuss cannabis and motherhood, and the controversial topic of medicinal cannabis use in pediatric cases. Bio: Moriah Barnhart founded CannaMoms in 2013 after her 2 year old daughter, Dahlia, was diagnosed with brain cancer. At the time there was little information on the medicinal prop…

Ashley is joined by Jamie London Wollberg talk about inclusivity within the cannabis community, particularly when it comes to trans issues. Ashley and Jamie stress the importance of voting for the changes you want to see. Bio: Humxn. Healer. Entrepreneur. Activist. As a New York to LA transplant, Jamie London Wollberg is a queer differently-able tr…

Ashley is joined by Dr. Jordan Tishler, MD, to talk about coping with various sexual issues, including painful intercourse, and the possible medical benefits of cannabis use. Bio: Dr. Tishler graduated from both Harvard College and Harvard Medical School, trained at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and is faculty at both the Brigham and Women’s Ho…

Ashley is joined by Playboy's Sex Editor Anita Little, to discuss sexual freedom and the role Playboy has had in pulling the country's approach to sex out of the Stone Age. They also share their respective career paths from academia to pleasure positive media and gush (pun intended) about the new Playboy CBD intimacy line. Bio: Anita Little is a se…

Ashley is joined by her bestie, Katie, to talk about challenges that come up when two (or more) people have differences in desire. We share conversation starters, some of the things that can lead to desire discrepancy, and how to reframe limiting beliefs around what sex looks like so you can find common ground. Plus, Ashley gets a little snarky. Ka…

Courtney Avery, MPH is back to share her insights on prenatal and postpartum sexuality, as well as her experiences as a birth doula. For all the current or prospective parents out there, this episode is for you! Bio: Courtney Avery has her Masters of Public Health, is an E-RYT200 certified Yoga Instructor, and Birth Doula. She earned her Masters of…

Ashley discusses the importance of pelvic floor health with Courtney Avery, MPH. The debunk common myths about pussy tightness, the purpose of kegel exercises, and the benefits of jade eggs. They also share how they met and some of their exciting upcoming projects! Bio: Courtney Avery has her Masters of Public Health, is an E-RYT200 certified Yoga …

Ashley is joined by Yvonne Brown, the Executive Director of the California Cannabis Tourism Association, to discuss the kind of friendships that get established through cannabis. Bio: Yvonne Brown is passionate about creating exceptional experiences through events. With over 20 years of experience in travel and events management, she has planned an…

A throwback episode of Ashley's old podcast, "Carnalcopia," with her best friend, Katie. This episode is about the power of "no" and why it can be so hard to say that word sometimes. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.Cann…

Ashley Manta invites Dr. Juliana Hauser to discuss their experiences with body sex, and sexual agency. Bio: Dr. Juliana Hauser has a PhD in Counseling Education, a background in teaching within gender studies, and a long history of teaching therapists to be a therapist at a graduate level. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist and license…

Ashley is joined by her soul sister Gracie Morgan, (aka Marilyn Jane), to talk about living and loving as a boss babe! Gracie has been a passionate advocate for the legal cannabis market in San Diego County, responsible for passing Measure Z in Vista, California and spearheading the first licensed medical cannabis delivery service in Oceanside, Cal…

Chelsea Cebara joins Ashley to scientifically breakdown all things cannabis. From THC, CBD, CBG and other cannabinoids to proper dosage, the endocannabinoid system, to exactly how cannabis impacts the body's capacity for pleasure, you will learn SO much from this episode! Bio: Professional sex educator, co-founder and formulator of the world's firs…

Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT #106352) discuss coping with loss, focusing on the grieving process. Resources from the episode: 7 Stages of Grief https://www.healthline.com/health/stages-of-grief#7-stages "Sex After Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality After Losing Your Beloved" by Joan Price https://www.amazon.com/Sex-After-Grief-Navigating-Sexuality/d…

Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT# 106352) talk about how to navigate the ups and downs of being single during a pandemic. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.instagram.com/cannasexual Special thank…

Dr. Shannon Chavez joins Ashley to share insights on people living with endometriosis, how to chat with and support a partner with endo, and how cannabis can be a helpful tool in the toolbox to manage symptoms. Plus plenty of geeking out over sex and cannabis. Bio: Dr. Shannon Chavez Qureshi, PsyD, CST is a nationally recognized expert, therapist, …

Ashley is joined by erotic author Lexi Sylver, to discuss the art of creating erotic conversations, writing, and scenarios. Who knew AOL chat rooms could be so inspirational? Bio: Lexi Sylver is the Montreal-based erotica author of Mating Season and All the Queen’s Men. Lexi hosts and produces SDC.com’s sexuality podcast, Seek, Discover, Create wit…

Ashley and Producer Sam discuss the importance of communication within relationships with multiple partners. Ashley goes into her own history, to point out pitfalls and potholes that can wreck potentially pleasurable experiences with more than one lover. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow w…

There's better way to celebrate Anal August than with a podcast! (Okay there are some better ways, but this is an excellent place to start!) Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT#106352) go deep into anal sex, including actionable steps you can take to make it as pleasurable an experience for everyone involved! Pro-tip: prioritize the receiver's pleasure. …

Ashley is joined by her good friend, Harker Roslin, to discuss setting boundaries within relationships, and the importance of therapy.저자 Elevated Intimacy Podcast

Sybian's sexpert and customer service genius Bunny Lampert joins Ashley to talk orgasms, multiple orgasms, and more! Ashley and Bunny share their favorite "traveling Sybian" stories, as well as recounting Sybian's greatest media moment, being featured repeatedly on the Howard Stern show! To learn more about Sybian and purchase one for yourself, vis…

Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT # 106352) talk about how to acknowledge harm, communicate a genuine apology, and repair relationships when trust is breached. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, visit www.CannaSexual.com or visit www.in…

Ashley and Producer Sam (LMFT # 106352) discuss the impact Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can have within a relationship, and how to support a partner as they navigate their PTSD healing journey. To find more about Elevated Intimacy Podcast, visit www.ElevatedIntimacyPodcast.com or follow www.instagram.com/elevatedintimacy To keep up with Ashley, v…

Ashley welcomes back Courtney Brame to break down and debunk the myths and stigmas that exist around living with HSV-1 or HSV-2 (herpes). They discuss living with herpes, overcoming shame and living positively while positive. To learn more about and support Courtney Brame and Something Positive for Positive People, visit www.spfpp.org Something Pos…