
Sex and relationships are intimate — and sometimes intimidating to talk about. In WUNC’s award-winning podcast, host Anita Rao guides us on an exploration of our brains and bodies that touches down in taboo territory.
Follow the show on Instagram at @embodiedwunc and on Bluesky at embodiedwunc.bsky.social. You can find Anita on Bluesky at asrao.bsky.social.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 275 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessSexuality | |||

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Common sense approach, well researched, logical, and sensitive journalism in this story are refreshing in this day of insanity in the u.s. Thanks Embodied!
Anita has the most intuitive and elegant presence around asking questions, making guests comfortable with front topics, making people feel seen. What an exceptional addition to the world of podcasts. I’m grateful for her affect as calming and curious. Grateful for the topics.
Always looking forward to episodes. Thank you, Anita!
As a millennial mom of young mixed race boys I feel like every episode speaks directly to some part of my life. Thanks for hosting such a great show!
So grateful for this incredible podcast!!
Host has zero judgment. I’ll never forget tuning in to WUNC, at noon on a Friday, and the first words I heard were “sex toys” and “penises.”
You shouldn’t have to worry about turning on NPR with little ones in the car.
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Listeners engaging with this show are invited into a nuanced exploration of sex, health, and relationships, often delving into subjects considered taboo or sensitive. The host facilitates discussions that blend scientific insights with relatable personal stories, addressing various dimensions of intimacy, body awareness, and identity. Featuring contributions from experts and those sharing lived experiences, this audio space aims to inform, empower, and foster community around topics that are often stigmatized or shied away from in mainstream conversations. As such, it cultivates an open-minded environment, encouraging listeners to reflect deeply on their own experiences and assumptions about love and the human experience.
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