A sex-positive podcast dedicated to prioritizing pleasure and removing the stigma and shame around sex. We are here to be curious and have an open conversation about sexual health and relational wellness.
Ep. 58 Navigating Sexual Wellness Retail With Nicole Leinbach Hoffman
Nicole Leinbach Hoffman, founder of Stimulate, discusses navigating the sexual wellness retail landscape with host Cat, focusing on strategies for emerging brands to succeed in physical stores; this is an interview.
8 May 2025
Community over Competition: a love letter to indie sexual wellness founders
In this candid conversation, the co-founder of Personal Fav, Hannah Hutton and our host Cat Meyer go deep into what it really takes to build a brand in the sexual wellness space—from shadowbans and startup burnout to co-opetition, community, and why we’re done calling ourselves “small.”
Key takeaways:
✨ Why “shadowbanned” is the new normal—and why we’re still showing up
✨ The power of bold packaging, good lube, and even better boundaries
✨ Why indie brands like Head South + Personal Fav aren’t competitors—we’re collaborators
✨ A few laughs (and some truth bombs) about rope play, oral sex, and redefining intimacy
About Hannah | Personal Fav:
Founded by best friends Hannah Hutton and Stephanie Estey, Personal Fav was born from a shared mission to dismantle shame around sex and empower people to prioritize their pleasure. With formulas crafted from natural aphrodisiacs and clean, pH-friendly ingredients, their products are designed to enhance arousal without compromising your body’s natural balance. Personal Fav isn’t just about what’s in the bottle—it’s about fostering confidence, connection, and pleasure that feels as good as it looks. Because your pleasure should always be a personal favorite.
You can find Hannah and Personal Fav here:
Website
Instagram
(https://www.instagram.com/personalfavco/)
Please support Hannah’s foundation of choice:
Mayday Health (https://www.mayday.health/) is a nonprofit organization that educates about medication abortion and its accessibility, particularly in states with restrictions or bans on abortion.
This episode is powered by Head South Pleasure Products
Slip Serum – Lightweight and silky for effortless sensation
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Oasis Oil – Hydration and sensuality in every drop
Why You’ll Love Head South:
Vegan. Gluten-free. Paraben-free.
No added Flavors, Fragrances, or Colors.
Minimalist formulas, planet-friendly packaging
Made with love in Los Angeles
Let’s connect:
Head South Website (https://headsouth.world/)
Head South Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/headsouth.world/)
This episode is sponsored by:
STIMULATE: A B2B Sexual Wellness Trade Show + Conference, which launched in 2023 and is heading into their third year this summer. Their event, which is held in Nashville on August 4+5 @StimulatetheShow
Head South Partners:
-The New Way to Wash Hair - Hairstory- 1st-time customers use the link for discount
-Non-Hormonal Birth Control- Natural Cycles- Use link for discount
-Receive 15% when you purchase Wonderlust Mindful Intimacy Deck with code: HEADSOUTH15
15 Nov 2024
Ep. 56: The Future of Vulva Health: Advocacy and AI Solutions with Dr. Maria Uloko
Ready to get real about vulva health? On this episode of Head South Radio, Cat sits down with the dynamic Dr. Maria Uloko, a trailblazing urologist who’s making waves in the world of sexual health. Dr. Uloko isn’t just talking about anatomy—she’s here to shake up the conversation about vulvar care, which she believes has been long overlooked in medical education. With her background as the director of the first vulvar sexual health urology clinic affiliated with an academic center in the U.S., Dr. Uloko shares how she’s working to close the gap on the misinformation and disparities in women’s healthcare.
In this episode, they dive into what Dr. Uloko calls the "regenerative powers" of the vulva, why vulva care isn’t just about the vagina, and how her new venture, Vulva AI, is using predictive tech to give people quicker, more accurate diagnoses. From self-advocacy at the doctor's office to hormone balance and why marginalized communities need to be included in these conversations, Dr. Uloko is all about making sure we all have a seat at the table.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
Vulva health is often overlooked, leading to gaps in care and unnecessary suffering.
The Vulva and Vagina are not the same; understanding this distinction is essential.
Medical education must start to prioritize vulvar health to improve women’s care.
How to advocate for yourself and insist on proper vulva healthcare.
Vulva AI uses predictive technology for faster, accurate vulvar diagnoses.
You can find Dr. Maria here: mariaulokomd | mariaulokomd.com (http://mariaulokomd.com)
Please support Dr. Maria’s foundation of choice: The ACLU (https://www.aclu.org/issues/reproductive-freedom) provides legal assistance in cases where it considers civil liberties at risk. Your donation helps to fund strategic litigation, advocacy, and organizing needed to take on abortion bans and other attacks on reproductive rights across the country.
Let’s connect: @headsouth.world | @Kittycatmeyer (https://www.instagram.com/kittycatmeyer/)
Head South Affiliate Partners:
The New Way to Wash Hair: Hairstory | 1st-time customers use the link for a discount
Non-Hormonal Birth Control: Natural Cycles | Use the link for a discount
We greatly appreciate reviews and ratings on Apple, Spotify, and Youtube (https://youtube.com/@headsouthradio).
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
4,898
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.2 / 5
10 ratings
Spotify
4.6 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 76 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
75
Social presence
94
YouTube
68
Engagement
75
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