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Permission for Pleasure

Cindy Scharkey
Sexual Health
Menopause
Sex Education
Self-Pleasure
Masturbation
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Sexual Empowerment
Sexual Communication
Cindy Scharkey
Pleasure
Intimacy
Relationship Satisfaction
August Mclaughlin
Perimenopause
Physical Therapy
Endometriosis
Painful Sex
Men's Health
Women's Health
Exercise

A podcast to educate and equip women with the information and confidence they need to express, experience and enjoy their sexuality. Cindy Scharkey RN, BSN, brings her 35+ years of experience as a healthcare professional to open the doors to healthy conversations about sex. This is a community where you can listen and learn to give yourself permission for pleasure. Visit www.cindyscharkey.com for ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes140Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Have you ever been curious about kink? If so, this is the perfect conversation for you! Certified Sex and Relationships Psychotherapist, Sex Educator, and Author Gigi Engle joins me to offer a guide to exploring kink and erotic sensation. We discuss ... more

Listen in for the five questions to answer with a partner for greater pleasure and discovery. Sexual communication is your key to unlocking boredom, assumptions and resentment in the bedroom. Lean into your curiosity with these questions and discover... more

Want to re-eroticize your long-term relationship and keep the fires burning for the long-haul? Somatic Psychologist, and Sex Therapist Dr. Holly Richmond joins us with expert advice for couples. She gets practical with flirting techniques, understand... more

Take a peek into the role of Intimacy Coordinator for Heated Rivalry, the TV show everyone’s talking about. Chala Hunter shares what an intimacy coordinator’s job is, and how she worked to create comfort and safety on set for the simulated sex scenes... more

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Recent Guests

Gigi Engle
Certified psychosexual and relationship therapist specializing in GSRD clients and author of 'Kink Curious'
Author and relationship therapist
Episode: Kink Curious with Gigi Engle
Dr. Holly Richmond
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist
drhollyrichmond.com
Episode: Keeping it Hot in Long-Term Relationships
Chala Hunter
Intimacy coordinator for the TV series Heated Rivalry
Episode: Heated Rivalry’s Intimacy Coordinator Chala Hunter
Susan McCandless
Dietitian, nutritionist, and board certified integrative and functional nutrition care practitioner
Mint Integrative Nutrition
Episode: Better Bones: How to Lower the Risk of Osteoporosis
Dr. Jessica Vernon
OBGYN, author of Then Comes Baby, discussing postpartum challenges and motherhood myths
Author, private practice in New York City
Episode: Sex and the Myths of Motherhood
Erica Smith
A sex educator for 25 years focused on helping those raised in purity culture embrace a healthier view of their sexuality.
Creator of Purity Culture Dropout
Episode: Purity Culture's Effect on Men
Cindy Scharkey
Sex educator and host who discusses sexuality topics.
Permission for Pleasure
Episode: Purity Culture's Effect on Men
Dr. Erica Marchand
Licensed psychologist and couples therapist specializing in female sexuality
Private Practice in Los Angeles
Episode: What Women Need to Orgasm
Hillary McBride
Psychologist and writer known for her work on embodiment and body image.
Author of The Wisdom of Your Body
Episode: Embodiment and Pleasure with Dr. Hillary McBride

Host

Cindy Scharkey
Cindy Scharkey is a registered nurse with over 35 years of experience in healthcare, specializing in sexual education and empowerment. She hosts discussions that normalize conversations about intimacy and sexual well-being, aiming to create a safe space for listeners to learn and share.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 132 ratings
  • Thank you!

    I want to tell you how much I

    have enjoyed your book and the encouragement to receive “permission” for all the topics you address in your book. Wow…I have a whole new perspective and all Thanks to YOU.

    Well done and great book! Love your podcasts too👍👏👏thank you for educating us and showing us it’s OKAY to talk about these things!! Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A big fan of yours!
    United States10 months ago
  • Did it!

    This saved my marriage

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HampRepper
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cindy Scharkey is the new and improved Carrie Bradshaw

    I wish I could continue to review and give this podcast endless 5 stars! I have recently learned to be as brave as Cindy and bring certain topics up among friends and this is what I learned thanks to this podcast:

    - You are most likely not alone in many of your challenges

    - Never assume no one needs education

    - Never assume it is too late to educate and change someone’s quality of their sexual life.

    If you listen to Cindy and she changed your life, share her podcast, pay it forward, you will ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCBT86
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cindy Scharkey is the new and improved Carrie Bradshaw

    I recently started to rewatch Sex and City. This is my personal opinion: It was a MA show that attempted to address sexuality from a woman’s point of view and convey that women too sought out sex for pleasure and were worthy of pleasure. While it radicalized our society, there was a crucial thing absent from the show that did not permit women to truly embrace that pleasure was “ok”: true emotional depth. From my perspective, Cindy is the new Carrie because she explore pretty much everything once... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCBT86
    United States2 years ago
  • The sister you never had…

    Listening to Cindy is like have that wiser, big sister you never had— the one who knows more about sex than you do… the one who cheers you to go out and get the pleasure and healthy relationship that you deserve. She’s encouraging, thoughtful and seriously knowledgable… all while being loving and encouraging and funny too. I highly recommend!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBM31
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the safe and open environment created for discussing intimate topics without fear of judgment.
The podcast is often described as a necessary resource for women navigating motherhood, relationships, and sexuality.
Many find the content to be both educational and empowering, significantly aiding their understanding of sexual health and women's issues.
Cindy is praised for her relatable and empathetic interviewing style, making complex subjects approachable.

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Kink Curious with Gigi Engle
Q: How do I even start talking to a partner about kinks or fetishes?
You can use prompts provided in Gigi's book, such as opening up the conversation by saying, 'Our erotic life is really important to me. I'd love if we could start having some discussions about expanding our play and figuring out what we're both into.'
Five Questions for Couples
Q: What gets your heart rate up and makes you curious to try?
This question encourages vulnerability and exploration of new experiences in sex.
Five Questions for Couples
Q: What kind of environment gets you in the mood?
Discussing environmental preferences can enhance intimacy and arousal with partners.
Five Questions for Couples
Q: How would you prefer I initiate sex?
Asking this question reduces assumptions and opens communication about preferences for initiating intimacy.
Five Questions for Couples
Q: What prompts or sparks your desire?
Desire is evolving, and this question encourages exploration about what inspires desire in partners.

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What is Permission for Pleasure about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Regularly exploring themes around women's sexuality, mental health, and personal empowerment, this audio series provides a space for candid discussions about intimate topics often considered taboo. The content not only addresses sexual education but also dives deep into subjects such as postpartum experiences, the impacts of societal norms on sexual perception, and strategies for enhancing intimacy in relationships. Unique in its approach, the host emphasizes the importance of open communication and self-exploration, inviting guests from various fields such as psychology, sex education, and healthcare to provide insights that resonate with listeners' experiences.

This podcast stands out by fostering a courageous dialogue that encourages li... more

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1. Gigi Engle
2. Dr. Holly Richmond
3. Chala Hunter
4. Susan McCandless
5. Dr. Jessica Vernon
6. Erica Smith
7. Cindy Scharkey
8. Dr. Erica Marchand

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