Episode 15: “Sex Toys for Fun & Pleasure”

Episode Summary

Kim Airs is an internationally known pioneer in the sex toy, aka Pleasure Products, industry. She has been a voice for sex-positivity and knowledge about how sex toys and other enhancements can enrich a sex life at any age. As she says, “At 63, many of those my age have been in long-term relationships and are looking to spice things up. One of the easiest ways to do that is to add sex toys into the equation, which can be used at any age and with any medical or limiting condition. You can bring back the excitement of getting a new toy, no matter what age you are!” This lively conversation dives into the array of toys available for the older person or couple. In it we discuss ways to increase pleasure, solve some of the issues of aging that impede function or mobility, address low desire or lackluster techniques, and just plain let you enjoy the fun (and funny) information that Kim has to share.

Presenter Bio

2021 marks Kim Airs’ 28th year in the sex toy field. Kim has worked in every aspect of the pleasure products industry, starting as founder and owner of the award-winning store, GrandOpening!, when she left her job at Harvard to sell rubber dicks to girls. (And rubber duckies that vibrated.) Kim as been the resident sexpert for sex toy companies of every size, a large lubricant manufacturer, brand manager/trainer for a home party business, is a writer and blogger in the industry, and have been featured in countless media including a 1-hour special on HBO. Kim is as comfortable training a room full of M.D.s as she is with teaching a room full of sexual novices the ins and outs of sexual pleasure by using her boundless energy and infinite capacity for humor. Kim as her own entertaining OnlyFans site, at, you guessed it: Kim Airs. You can find her toys at: Grandopening.com.

Episode 14: “Everyone is a Creative”

Episode Summary

Creativity is life’s primary force. Everyone is a creative, because creativity is problem-solving. Problem-solving is working within a set of restrictions. Sexuality itself is creative, beyond procreation. All your life experiences are available to you each time you solve a problem. In this charming and enlightening discussion with Lisa Segal, about the creative force within us all, we unearth some of the secrets for artistic expression. The interview weaves Lisa’s talents as a poet, author, artist and sage about the joys of aging and the importance of art as an element of a joyful and fulfilling life.

Presenter Bio

Lisa Segal is a Los Angeles poet, writer, and fine artist with a degree in Library and Information Science. She has published two poetry/prose collections and a textbook for the Jack Grapes’ Method Writing Brush-Up class that she teaches through the Los Angeles Poets and Writers’ Collective. Having won prizes for her poetry (which is beyond amazing!), her poetry and her fine artwork appear in anthologies and journals. As a founding member of StudioEleven, a Los Angeles artist collective, she also exhibits her artwork regularly. Lisa is a word genius and her poetry and prose add depth and precious value to our lives. Her books include: Metamorphosis… (Bombshelterpress.com), Kicking Towards the Deep End, Trips, and Side-Eye on the Apocalypse, as co editor. Jack Grapes; Level One Method Writing: The Brush-Up Book is forthcoming on Amazon in 2021. P.S. Dr. Patti has a piece in that anthology!

Episode 13: “The Power of Touch”

Episode Summary

Touch is our most developed sense at birth. Unlike the other senses it never changes throughout the aging process. Body-based, sex+, verbal and physical tools build a toolbox for our clients to remain physically, mentally and sexually engaged. An aging body is kept younger by a mind that is determined to foster aliveness and excitement, a body flowing with life-giving erotic potential. ” Keep in touch” is not just a cliche, but a life-sustaining requirement. In this riveting interview Dr. Susan Kaye shares her views on the power of– and need for– human touch. She talks about her work in the somatic arts, her commitment as a sexologist to life-affirming care, and the reasons for carrying on this tradition of incorporating touch into sexual healing practices.

Presenter Bio

Dr. Susan Kaye is the founder of Integrative Mind-Body Therapies, LLC. She is a sexual wellbeing specialist with 15 years of experience as a somatic practitioner. Gaining expertise as a tantra teacher, bodywork practitioner, massage therapist, and yoga instructor, she also has spent the past 20+ years in the field of sexual health as a Sexologist, Sex Coach, and Sex Educator. As she says, in her inimitable sassy style, “These combined years of bringing sex+ teachings to all diversities have required multiple leaps of faith and explanations at family dinners!” To learn more visit: https://imbtinternational.com/practitioners/ and her own site at: http://drsusankaye.com/

Episode 12 “Zesty Sex & Aging”

Episode Summary

This conversation is a fresh and exciting dialogue about the positives of aging as they relate to sexuality and sexual expression from the leading expert on the topic, Joan Price. Her books have been the “Bibles on sex and aging”, and her newest book about sex after grief is the first of its kind. Joan has been that original voice to advocate for approaching sex and aging with an open mind, heart and spirit. She shares her views on the top issues that can impede or improve a sex life for seniors, and reveals her own spin on her creative projects that promote healthy and celebratory sexual aging. She talks about her repertoire of writings, her personal journey to become a sexually liberated senior, her groundbreaking film project with Jessica Drake adding Senior Sex to the “Guide to Wicked Sex” series, and more. This is a riveting interview with a world expert that will leave you wanting to know more about Joan’s legacy.

Presenter Bio

Joan Price calls herself an advocate for ageless sexuality. She is the author of four books about sex and aging, including the award-winning “Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud about Senior Sex “and “Sex after Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality After Losing Your Beloved.” Joan’s blog (https://joanprice.com/blog) has been offering senior sex news, views, and sex toy reviews from a senior perspective since 2005. At age 77, Joan Price continues to talk out loud about senior sex — partnered or solo – in speeches, workshops, and webinars. She writes the Sex at Our Age column for www.SeniorPlanet.org and is the “resident senior sexpert” for the Senior Sex Hub at www.HotOctopuss.com. Joan is the co-creator of the film, “Jessica drake’s Guide to Wicked Sex: Senior Sex,” which won AASECT’s AV Award 2020. Find Joan and her books and blog at https://joanprice.com.

Episode 11: “An Original Sex Podcaster Talks about his Journey”

Episode Summary

In this candid and poignant conversation, Eric Leviton shares his personal story about the challenges of being a Broadway actor during the Covid pandemic and subsequent lockdown of all performance arts. He also shares about his struggles with depression and wants to bring mental health out of the closet. His groundbreaking and original podcast started way back in 2012! “How We Talk About Sex” is a frank discussion about how we communicate and learn about sex and how it affects our lives. Each week he brings on a new guest to talk about how their lives are affected by sex and sexuality. For example, Eric openly talks to both friends and strangers; he talks with people who like sex and people who don’t like sex. Eric also talks to parents and asks them how they teach or intend to teach their kids about sex. He talks to writers of erotica and sexual subjects. You will find a wide range of discussion on this podcast and it relates to the lives of Boomers along with all other generations. Eric and Dr. Patti delight in telling their stories of coping with a global pandemic, as they dish it up to talk about life itself as an aging actor or sexologist, and attempt to dissect the shame around mental health disclosure. This is one fun episode!

Presenter Bio

Eric Leviton has been hosting the pioneering podcast, “How We Talk About Sex”, since its inception in July of 2012. He’s been lucky enough to speak with a wide spectrum of guests, including sex-workers, sex toy creators, authors of both erotica and sexual manuals, friends (including Dr. Patti!), and just recently a consultant to the CDC on STIs. Eric is also an actor, having worked on Broadway (“Kinky Boots”), the West End (“Damn Yankees with Jerry Lewis”), as well as touring around the world with shows like “Chicago” and “The Full Monty”. Eric is the penultimate podcaster, actor and creator!To learn more, visit his podcast site at: https://howwetalkaboutsex.libsyn.com

Episode 10: “Understanding Real Estate for Boomers: The Truth about Appraisals”

Episode Summary

James Ebert is an IRS-certified, home-and-architectural expert, ranked in the top 1% of Los Angeles area appraisers. In this dynamic conversation, Ebert focuses in on the key questions that Boomers may have about real estate: What do Boomers need to know about home appraisals? What are the most common challenges that we face as we age, such as the prospect of placement in adult care facilities, divorce, widowhood, loss of income, inheriting property. What is the truth about appraisals and bank loans? How can Boomers protect themselves for savings and safety? Ebert shares his views on what makes for a fair and just appraisal, some of the pitfalls to watch out for, and reveals insider tips on how to find the best deals in real estate to protect yourself (or your family) in your later years.

Presenter Bio

James Ebert shares his in-depth knowledge as a real estate appraiser from 20+ years’ experience with over 7,000 families and clients. He has appraised or inspected thousands of homes, from almost all areas of California. Ebert specializes in appraisals for complex and legal situations, serving as expert witness and providing legal and valuation support for legal matters. Additionally, he advises and counsel families, architects, attorneys and local civic groups on historic/architectural properties. Of course, he also helps neighbors and friends with the sale or purchase of homes and condos. As a featured speaker, Ebert shares his real estate appraiser expertise with other real estate professionals in seminars throughout the Southland, having presented dozens of seminars to over 1000 real estate agents, from Ventura to Long Beach to Pasadena. Additionally, James has been admitted as an expert to Her Majesty’s Royal Courts in London, England. Ebert’s expertise in historical & architectural properties is an additional service he provides. James was personally selected, out of hundreds other appraisers, to appraise the Historical Architectural Case Study Home of the world famous architectural photographer Julius Shulman.

In addition, as he continues to expand his appraising education, James has been admitted to the rigorous California Probate Referee program, with only 107 positions in the whole state, to assist the Superior Courts with private estates. James gives back to the local community by volunteering with southern California schools, park districts, non-profit organizations, neighborhood watch, CERT membership, & other organizations to name a few. Ebert provides services to a wide range of clients – homeowners, attorneys, CPA’s, Realtors, architects, banks, and trusts. He has worked with clients from all regions of Southern California, to Chicago, Denver, Texas, Las Vegas, and even Puerto Rico and is always available to consult by phone or email. To learn more, go to his site at: www.Ebertappraisals.com

Episode 9 “The Sexual Fairy Godmother”

Episode Summary

In this episode Dr. Charla and Dr. Patti discuss how sex changes as we age, why it gets better and worse. Charla emphasizes how we can make the best of it: It’s a choice, but the choices are what makes us human. Charla talks about her creative projects, including her award winning show, “Tales of Sex Magic & Healing.” She says, “Each of us is an erotic blueprint like no other.” Seasoned sexologist, Dr. Charla Hathaway shares profound and vulnerable client stories from her twenty-year career as an Erotic Muse and healer. Whose seeks sex professionals? Why? What are sessions like? Can intimacy be taught? Storyteller by nature, Charla shares tales from a pioneering and magical career. A kind of sexual fairy godmother, her stories include and connect us, encouraging us to trust and tell our own. This is one riveting conversation about love, sex, aging and erotic life!

Presenter Bio

Charla Hathaway, PhD, CSB, founder of Austin’s BodyJoy Intimacy School, helps students find intimate ways to touch, talk and play. She teaches students that consent and choice are the heart of erotic self-trust and joy. A storyteller at heart, Charla tours with two one-woman shows on sex work, “Naked at My Age”, about her getting into sex work in her fifties, and “Tales of Sex Magic & Healing”, stories about her brave clients from her pioneering career as an Erotic Muse. Kind of a sexual fairy godmother, Dr. Charla encourages you to trust and tell your own stories. Dr. Charla Hathaway is an author, healer, bodyworker, performer; her website is: Charlahathaway.com where you can also find her two books: “Erotic Massage: Sensual Touch for Deep Pleasure and Extended Arousal” Quiver Press (published in 7 languages in 2007) and “8 Erotic Nights: Passionate Encounters that Inspire Great Sex for a Lifetime” from Quiver Press in 2008.

“Naked at My Age: Grandma’s surprising Sexual Renaissance” leads to risk, lust and healing in the oldest profession. Charla Hathaway’s solo show tells a story of growing up sexually curious, seeking an abortion before it was legal, and forging an unusual marriage. At age 50 she proposes a one year “Marriage Sabbatical.” Her solo year leads to a surprising sexual renaissance charting new territory, loving more than one man, and making a discipline of pleasure. Her initiation into sex work is fraught with illegal and isolating choices—though her adventures lead to an unexpected late-life profession—teaching empowered sexuality, writing books and leading international workshops on erotic play. As she enters her 70’s Charla continues to expand the definition of sex and lead others in joyful discovery.

Episode 8: “Tips for Loving Your Body—with Your Pleasure Pro”

Amanda Tull presents "Tips for Loving Your Body"

Episode Summary:

In this lively conversation Dr. Patti and Amanda discuss the pathways to self-acceptance of your body, throughout your lifetime. Amanda’s focus has always been on Positive Body Image & Confidence at any age, while teaching her clients how to embrace pleasure through mindfulness rather than expectations. She is currently specializing in candid sex education through her YouTube series of Pleasure Products Review for Sex Coach U and Lovingsex.com. Amanda is an expert on how to maximize the effective use of Sex Toys for all bodies. Her favorite range of sex toys are sleek, modern and less “intimidating” than early sex toy incarnations; in her series Amanda talks about why she selects her product picks, then shows their best features, teaches proper use of each toy, and discloses in her inimitable fresh signature style what she enjoys most about each toy as a product tester! This is a fun, upbeat interview that is loaded with spicy tips and juicy revelations, while being helpful, assuring and educational.

Presenter Bio:

Amanda Tull is known as “Your Pleasure Pro” and is Sex Coach U Brand Ambassador. For over 10 years Amanda has empowered people to improve their health through fitness and take control of their lives through Life Coaching. During this time she realized that no matter how successful they became in their life, their career or the gym, very few people could talk openly about sex or pleasure. As a sex coach, Amanda is committed to empowering clients to discuss how they feel in a supportive and unbiased way so they can live a happier, more gratified, and more pleasurable life. To learn more about Amanda, or to work with her, visit her at: www.SexTalksWithAmanda.com or www.YourPleasurePro.com or visit the Sex Coach U Channel on You Tube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/sexcoachu/videos

Episode 7: “Becoming a SAGE: Aging As a Spiritual Practice”

Dr. Nwachi presents Aging as a Spiritual Practice

Episode Summary:

Dr. T is an educator, group coach, and human scientist. He started his professional journey as a teenager by asking the questions “Why do we treat each other this way?” and “Why do I feel this way?” These questions lead him to become a developmental educator for adults, a BDSM practitioner, a certified health & wellness coach, a spirituality and forgiveness coach, and yes, a sex coach. Most of his work is focused on living well holistically, as well as on nutrition, exercise, and spiritual wellness. In this lively and engaging conversation Dr. Patti and Dr. T talk about life itself, as we age–with a focus on aging well, sharing wisdom, how to continue to enjoy the body, and insights on how to connect with our sexual/spiritual self. They both reflect on the rich lives they have experienced. They share different and similar perspectives from their unique vantage points, while revealing how to keep each moment alive and vibrant regardless of your age or status in life.

Presenter Bio:

Dr. Nwachi Gamba Eze Pressley-Tafari (or Dr. T) has been a developmental educator and group coach for over 20 years. He holds an Ed.D. in higher education and a Ph.D. in the human sciences with a specialization in creativity studies, with a research focus on BDSM spirituality and personal mythology. Dr. T holds a sex coaching certification from Sex Coach University and a narrative coaching licensing from New Life Coaching. All of Dr. T’s research and published work focuses on human adult development, holistic wellness, and success. He generally has three areas of research: Dr. T focuses on using creativity in adult development, healing, and learning as well as connecting eroticism and spirituality. His greatest accomplishment is sharing the responsibility of rearing two daughters, De (Day) and Niani. Find out more at: https://www.facebook.com/Mythic-Life-Coaching-102086208543725

Episode 6: “Date to Find Your Soulmate”

Episode Summary:

In this interview Dr. Patti explores Rachel Scheer’s new book, “Date to Find Your Soulmate”. Rachel shares her views on dating and shows how she can help singles manage the dating path, no matter their age. As a dating expert (having dated for over 25 years), and as a certified sex and relationship coach, Rachel helps singles of all ages figure out how to attract the partner of their dreams and find true love.

Presenter Bio:

Rachel Scheer is a Certified Relationship & Sex Coach who helps singles find love and helps couples to increase the passion in their relationships. Her new book, entitled “Date to Find Your Soulmate,” provides dating, relationship, and sex advice for people of any age. Rachel offers an 8-week program through her website, in which you can discover your strengths and challenges in life, create a vision for your ideal future relationship, and clarify your values and relationship requirements. She teaches you how to expand your social network, improve your dating and intimacy skills, and develop proper techniques for flirting and attracting the right partner. This program is beneficial for people of all ages, especially if you find yourself making the same mistakes with love and romance again and again. To learn more, visit her website at: LoveLaughLeisure.com.