Pleasure Bound

About Pleasure Bound

Pleasure. Power. Peace. In every body. Pleasure Bound is a juicy, honest podcast about reclaiming joy, desire, and embodiment—especially in bodies shaped by disability, marginalization, trauma, grief, and profound change. Hosted by disabled storytellers Kelsey Peterson and Kate Steele, this show blends vulnerable storytelling, cultural truth-telling, laughter, and lived wisdom to explore what pleasure really means—and how to access more of it on your own terms. We talk sex, yes—but also sensuality, nervous systems, self-advocacy, embodiment, and the radical act of loving your body as it is. Each episode offers real conversations, practical tools, pleasure practices, and experiments in joy. We unpack shame, ableism, toxic cultural narratives, and the stories we’ve been handed about whose bodies get to feel good—and then we rewrite them together. Pleasure Bound is a space for curiosity, collective care, softness, and spice. A place to say the quiet parts out loud, celebrate our differences, and remember that pleasure is your birthright. New episodes weekly. Come curious. Leave more turned on to life.

Publisher

Kelsey Peterson, Kate Steele

Category

education · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

2 Feb 2026

Latest episode

3 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Oct 2026

   Episode 18. "I've Never Said This Publicly" — Mason Branstrator on Sex, Shame & Healing

   When Mason Branstrator was paralyzed at 17 his first question was "Can I still have kids?" What followed was a years-long journey to reclaim pleasure, navigate the failures of rehab sex education, and the eventual discovery of his ability to climax again. In this episode, Mason opens up for the first time publicly about his pornography addiction and compulsion, the shame-addiction cycle, and how self-love — not self-hatred — became the way out. We talk about foreplay, tantric energy, dating as a wheelchair user, the assumptions people make about disabled sexuality, and the relationship with his girlfriend Victoria that holds space for all of it. This one is raw, funny, and deeply human. If you've ever wondered what happens to your sex life after a spinal cord injury — or if you've ever struggled with shame around your own sexuality — this conversation is for you

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Episode 17 Motherhood in ANY BODY: Kate's Journey with Birth & Motherhood as a Paralyzed Woman

   In this deeply personal episode, Kate opens up about motherhood as a quadriplegic woman — from a miscarriage that reframed her entire relationship with her body, to a grueling pregnancy that left her feeling like her body had been "invaded," to a harrowing birth story involving autonomic dysreflexia, aspiration pneumonia, and a 14-day NICU stay. Along the way, Kelsey shares her own story of abortion, the grief of losing her brother Nathan, and the complicated truth of always wanting to be a mom but likely never having kids. Together they explore how pleasure extends far beyond sex — into rest, boundaries, safety, and the sacred, messy work of raising empathetic humans in a patriarchal world. It's a raw conversation about loss, resilience, the village it takes to mother in a disabled body, and the childlike wonder our kids return to us. ⚠️Content Warning: This episode discusses miscarriage, abortion, childbirth complications, and the loss of a loved one. Please take care while listening, and feel free to skip this one if now isn't the right time for you

3. 

   3 Sept 2026

   Episode 16 - Deliciously Disabled: Andrew Gurza on Sex, Care, and Self-Worth

   In this episode of Pleasure Bound, we sit down with Andrew Gurza — host of Disability After Dark and a trailblazer in disability and sexuality advocacy. Andrew opens up about the origins of their podcast, hosting a world famous disability-led kink play party, navigating self-worth and self-doubt, the complicated realities of sex work and caregiving, and what it really means to long for genuine intimacy as a disabled person. This is a bold, funny, and deeply vulnerable conversation about desire, access, and reclaiming pleasure on your own terms

4. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Episode 15: Coming back to life: Sex after profound change

   Episode Description In this raw and vulnerable episode, The Pleasure Bound hosts dive into a topic they've never tackled before: what it was like to have sex for the first time after acquiring disabilities. Kate & Kelsey share deeply personal stories of disconnect, fear, trauma, and eventual reclamation of pleasure — from years of celibacy and to the empowering, and tender moments of reconnecting with their sexuality. Along the way, they explore consent and assault, redefining "promiscuous," navigating trauma responses, self-touch and mirror work, ableism within families, the importance of invitation and inclusion for disabled people, and finding a sense of divine self-worth through intimacy. It's a conversation about grief, patience, connection, and the radical act of choosing pleasure and yourself again. Content Disclaimer: This episode contains candid discussion of sexual assault, rape, and trauma. Please take care while listening, and feel free to skip ahead if these topics are difficult for you. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-4673 (24/7, confidential) — rainn.org National Sexual Assault Hotline (online chat): hotline.rainn.org Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 You are not alone, we see you and support is available whenever you're ready

5. 

   6 Aug 2026

   Episode 14 - From Mud to Lava: Gabriel Rodriek on grief, sex, and sound

   Gabriel Rodreick “Freaque” — musician, dancer, & creator behind A Cripple's Dance — joins the show for an unfiltered conversation about pleasure, disability, and creative reinvention. He traces his journey from a piano-playing, barefoot Minneapolis kid to a 33-year-old artist living with a C5 spinal cord injury, sharing how he rebuilt his singing voice, found his sound again and turned grief into art. The conversation moves through the vulnerability of A Cripple's Dance, the shame tangled up in songs like "Drip For Me" and "Mudstick," and how his creative inspiration is shifting from "the mud" of grief toward fire, heat, and sensuality. Gabe opens up about exploring kink and polyamory as a disabled person, the courage it takes to be playful and imperfect in intimacy, and why "no" never has to kill the vibe. It's a raw, funny, and moving look at pleasure, art, and the magic that can be created when you follow what feels good.

6. 

   23 Jul 2026

   13. Don't be a Lady. Be a Legend - Reflections on the Pleasure Bound Journey

   Kate and Kelsey reunite for episode 13 of Pleasure Bound, reflecting on how far they've come since starting this journey together. They dive deep into the dance between pleasure and pain — from grief and chronic pain to redefining safety, boundaries, and self-worth. The conversation moves through vulnerability, disability and community, radical self-acceptance, and the courage it takes to share your truth publicly. They also open up about care, autonomy, and what it means to reclaim joy as the engine behind everything they do — before teasing an upcoming episode with musician Freaque (Gabriel Rodreick), creator of their theme song "Drip For Me." A raw, funny, and moving conversation about pleasure as a practice, not a destination.

7. 

   9 Jul 2026

   12. Where Shame Dies: Disability, Desire & the Radical Power of Being Fully Seen (feat. Trista Marie)

   12. Where Shame Dies: Disability, Desire & the Radical Power of Being Fully Seen (feat. Trista Marie) In this deeply moving episode of Pleasure Bound, Kelsey & Kate sit with author, model, and disability advocate Trista Marie to explore what it means to embody pleasure, sexuality, and self-acceptance in a body the world often refuses to see as desirable. Trista opens up about the origins of her book "Where Shame Dies," living with scoliosis and chronic respiratory failure, and the years of desensitization it took to stop internalizing ableism as her own problem. The conversation moves through modeling and vulnerability, the healing power of queer and non-monogamous friendships ("kissing the homies"), navigating intimacy and rejection in dating, and the radical joy of claiming her own bossiness and pleasure on her own terms. It's a raw, funny, and profound conversation about resistance, desire, and what a more accessible, loving future could look like.

8. 

   25 Jun 2026

   11. The Scenic Route: Pleasure & the Erotic as a way of Life

   In Episode 11 Kelsey and Kate talk about what happens when you stop ignoring the agitation — and actually listen. From stalled pleasure practices and overcommitted calendars to the unexpected joy of missing out (JOMO), this episode is a raw, honest, and heart-felt conversation about integration, presence, and redefining what pleasure actually looks like in daily life. They dig into the pressure to perform, the exhaustion of chasing outcomes (in the bedroom and beyond), and how detaching from the destination opens up a whole new sensual landscape. Plus: friendship love languages, the power of tending your ecosystem, and why sometimes you just need to give someone a dildo and tell them they're pretty. Kelsey shares her deep dive into a more integrated, moment-to-moment pleasure practice — and the grief, horniness, and hard-won agency that got her there. Kate opens up about survival mode, solo time she can't seem to carve out, and what it means to close a chapter while standing at the edge of a new one. This episode is about making pleasure a way of being, not a box to check.

9. 

   11 Jun 2026

   10. No Apologies: Intimacy, Disability & Bringing your Whole Self to the Party (ft. Jim LeBrecht)

   In this deeply vulnerable episode, Kelsey and Kate are joined by Jim LeBrecht — disability rights activist, filmmaker, sound designer, and Oscar-nominated producer of Crip Camp — for a raw, unfiltered conversation about sex, intimacy, and disability. Together, they explore what it really means to show up as a full person with a disabled body in romantic and sexual spaces. From disclosing disability to new partners, to redefining erogenous zones, to the philosophy of "not overcoming — becoming," this episode is equal parts honest, educational, and deeply freeing.

10. 

    28 May 2026

    Episode 9: Rage, Release & Reclaiming your "Nasty"

    Episode 9 Rage, Release, and Reclaiming your “Nasty” Episode Description: Episode 9 is equal parts triumphant, tender, and delightfully raunchy. We kick things off with a raw conversation about processing anger — adult temper tantrums, breathwork, and why letting yourself be pissed off is actually good for you. Kate shares a major PT win, which sparks a deep dive into the delicate dance of hope after disability, and the slippery slope of not letting the ‘desire for more’ eclipse the fullness of life as it is. Then things get spicy. Kate recaps her experience at a kink event: the furniture, the trust, the playmates, the paddle, and the unexpected (and very welcome) orgasm she had in a room full of people. We talk about what it means to claim space, advocate for your desires, and rediscover power through curious surrender. Kelsey shares her experience with the Dipsea app, hands-free exploration, and a "baby orgasm" she wasn't totally expecting. We wrap up with a candid conversation about sacred sexuality, social media vulnerability, building a pleasure practice, and the great debate on what to call the lady bits. Equal parts real talk and ridiculous fun. As always, we're messy, unapologetic, and on the path to pleasure as we learn to expand what it means to LOVE the bodies we live in

11. 

    14 May 2026

    Episode 8: Pleasure, Pain & Overcoming Overwhelm

    Life can be beautiful and brutal at the same time — and this episode holds space for both.In a tender, raw, and deeply human conversation, Kelsey and Kate explore their relationships with pleasure during seasons of exhaustion, pain, and overwhelm. Together they get honest about intimacy, dissociation, desire, and the longing to feel fully present in their bodies again. Kelsey shares how she's been reconnecting through water — as a tool for intentionality, nervous system regulation, and moving through life with more care and awareness. Kate opens up about her desire for a Rolodex of care-minded fuck buddies, and what we're really craving when we want to "fuck the pain away." From sensuality and overwhelm to embodiment, disability, and the exhausting mental load of directing your own care — this episode is a space for the messy, nuanced reality of pleasure as both refuge and reconnection. Plus: a surprisingly profound extended ice cream metaphor, you won't want to miss! Raw, reflective, and deeply human — this conversation invites you to ask: what does pleasure look like for you right now, and what would it mean to come back home to yourself with intention? Content note: This episode touches on pain management, substance use, and numbing behaviors. If you're struggling, you are not alone — please reach out to a trusted resource or helpline. 24/7 helpline 844-289-0879 References: Dr Emoto Hidden Messages of Water book - Dr. Emoto Hidden Messages of Water Francis Weller, The Wild Edge of Sorrow - https://www.francisweller.net/books.html Sinners Movie - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31193180/ Dipsea app for sultry stories- https://www.dipseastories.com/ Substance Abuse and Addiction Hotline- 24/7 helpline 844-289-0879

12. 

    30 Apr 2026

    Episode 7: I Don't Want to Have to F*ck Everyone

    Episode 7 is a slow burn—opening with Kelsey showing Kate her incense ritual, lighting it from between her lips—setting the tone for a conversation that’s honest, raw, and just a little dirty. This week, they dive into re-sensualization and the hot mess, highs, and lows along the path of adventurous pleasure. Together, they explore the possibilities—and risks—of taking pleasure too far, and what happens when we get caught in the moment and override our body’s cues. Kelsey shares the climactic consequences of slowing down and following her senses—literally—in the tub, and how these conversations and “pleasure practices” can guide both body and mind toward deeper regulation and peace. Kate opens up about riding the waves of life “reverse cowgirl style,” reflecting on how her self-pleasure practice as a single quad has evolved as she rewrites her relationship with trust. She speaks candidly about the fear of repeating old patterns with new partners, and how learning to listen to her body is teaching her entirely new ways to feel. Together, they unpack coping strategies for overwhelm and the dual nature of fantasy—how it can both disconnect us from ourselves and expand us into something more.

13. 

    16 Apr 2026

    Episode SEX: Giving & Receiving - Orgasms & Care

    Welcome back, Pleasure Rebels! In Episode 6 (SEX), Kate and Kelsey are getting real, raw, and unapologetically honest. Kelsey shares a major milestone — her first orgasm with a partner post-injury — and what made that experience so expansive. From toy use and lube talk to autonomic dysreflexia and the art of checking in, they get into the nitty-gritty of navigating sex with a disability. The conversation goes deeper as Kate and Kelsey explore the shame around needing help, the radical power of receiving care, and how giving and receiving are truly symbiotic. Kate opens up about learning to feel safe in her body for the first time, navigating caregiving relationships, advocating for herself during vulnerable moments, and what it means to have sober sex — possibly for the first time in her adult life. They also dive into fantasies (and realizing whose might be ableist), the magic of long-distance intimacy, bridging fantasy into physical reality, the "Sacred Blow Job" guide, and why weird sex might just be the best sex. Honest, messy, and always pleasure-forward — this one's a ride. Timestamps: (0:00) — Intro & Welcome to Episode SEX (0:51) — Episode topics preview: fantasies, sexy times, care & more (2:41) — Catching up: Kelsey's sexy holiday visitor (4:00) — Milestone moment: First orgasm with a partner post-injury (5:55) — Using a toy with a partner for the first time & dropping the ego (7:26) — Going too hard & learning the limits of autonomic dysreflexia (11:01) — Lube talk: water-based vs. silicone, and why it matters (13:42) — The shame of needing help & care as our ultimate currency (16:41) — Giving and receiving as symbiotic acts (19:43) — Kate on lacking safety, finding it & redifining (23:52) — Navigating caregiver relationships & intimacy (26:36) — Advocating for your body with a caregiver — even when it's scary (31:02) — Transitioning to: fantasies & long-distance intimacy (31:23) — When your own fantasies are ableist (and what changed that) (34:19) — Bridging fantasy into physical reality: their first meeting (39:35) — The Sacred Blow Job guide & creative positioning (45:47) — Quad sex = weird sex? Embracing unconventional pleasure (48:29) — Kate opens up about HSV, disclosure, and navigating intimacy (52:21) — Kink as shadow work & the power of leaning into discomfort (54:24) — Sober sex for the first time as a disabled adult (58:01) — Brainstorming how to ride the d (pool sex & slow motion) (59:55) — Teaser for next episode: sensation & sex as a quad (1:01:30) — Outro

14. 

    2 Apr 2026

    Episode 5: Toys, Boys & Surrender

    In Episode 5 of Pleasure Bound Kelsey and Kate explore “toys and boys,” pleasure practices, and navigating intimacy in changing bodies. Kate shares a vulnerable solo experience blending microdosing, meditation, and full-body pleasure, while Kelsey opens up about long-distance dating, sexting, and intimacy as a quadriplegic. Together, they touch on erotic mysticism, surrender, and the power of honesty and humor—This conversation is funny, raw, vulnerable—and full of the kind of truth that makes you feel less alone in your own body. Because pleasure isn’t about getting it “right.” It’s about being present for what’s actually here. And sometimes… that means letting it be a little weird.

15. 

    19 Mar 2026

    Episode 4: What Makes You a Sacred Slut

    In this deeply honest and expansive episode, Kate and Kelsey explore the intersection of pleasure, power, and the subconscious through the lens of shadow work, and self-discovery. From cosmic, full-body experiences of pleasure to unpacking shame around desire, the conversation weaves through personal revelations, evolving relationships with sexuality, and the ways we’ve been conditioned to disconnect from our bodies. The hosts dive into insights from Carolyn Elliott's book Existential Kink, to discuss the reclamation of taboo desires and reflect on how pleasure can be a pathway to healing, embodiment, and self-trust. This episode also touches on themes of disability, identity, aftercare, nontraditional intimacy, and the role of curiosity in expanding what’s possible within our bodies and our lives. If you’ve ever wondered what lies on the other side of shame—or how to access deeper, more authentic pleasure—this one’s for you. _ _ (00:00) – Cold Open (00:55) – Intro to Pleasure Bound (02:09) – Episode Kickoff (03:25) – Kate’s “Homework” Evolution (06:25) – Introducing Existential Kink (07:45) – Taboo, Shame, & Subconscious Desire (13:25) – Kate’s Kinky Dream (15:00) – Normalizing Pleasure & Being Seen (18:50) – Shadow, Disability, Identity & Power (20:00) – Power Dynamics, Submission & The Opportunity to Reframe (24:00) – Release. Emotional Orgasms (27:00) – Voice, Sound & Pleasure Activation (29:40) – Kelsey’s HW – New Romance & Fantasy (32:15) – Self-Pleasure & Aftercare Awareness (38:45) – SCI Orgasm, Sensation & Body Awareness (43:30) – Excavating the Sacred Slut (46:30) – Rewriting Expectations Around Orgasm & Desire (48:50) – Microdosing & Emotional Processing (50:50) – Divinity, Grief & Heightened Sensation (57:35) – Safety, Responsibility & Personal Choice (1:02:00) – Homework & Closing Reflections _ ⚠️ Content & Wellness Disclaimers This episode contains open and explicit conversations about sexuality, kink, self-pleasure, and adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. ⚠️ Wellness & Personal Responsibility Disclaimer: This podcast shares personal experiences and perspectives for educational and storytelling purposes only. Discussions around topics such as embodiment practices, sexuality, and altered states of consciousness—including references to psilocybin—are not intended as medical, therapeutic, or legal advice. Any decisions regarding your body, mental health, or substance use should be made with informed consent and in consultation with qualified professionals where appropriate. Listeners are encouraged to research, understand local laws and regulations, and prioritize their safety and well-being.

16. 

    5 Mar 2026

    Episode 3: Kink, Care, and Loving the Disabled Body

    Episode 3: Kink, Care, and Loving the Disabled Body Curiosity can unlock entire worlds of pleasure. In this deeply embodied episode of Pleasure Bound, Kate and Kelsey explore what happens when you follow the whisper of “what if?” — into kink spaces, onto the dance floor, into breathwork, and back into your own body. This week, Kate shares her experience attending kink events, while Kelsey reflects on embodiment, grief, dance floors, and artist dates. Together, they explore: Curiosity as the inciting incident of pleasure Kink, disability, and discovering new access points to sensation The eroticism of care, consent, trust and radical acceptance Creating a “container” for pleasure & navigating life with caregivers Breathwork, embodiment, and awakening sensual energy Shame, ego, and being seen Sobriety, sensation, and reclaiming presence Pleasure as medicine and resistance This episode invites listeners to ask themselves a simple but radical question: What would it look like to fully claim your pleasure?

17. 

    20 Feb 2026

    Episode 2: Grief, Orgasm, and the Courage to Feel

    Content Warning: This episode discusses loss, addiction, grief and self-pleasure Episode 2: Grief, Orgasm, and the Courage to Feel In this deeply personal episode, Kelsey opens up about the recent loss of her brother to addiction, exploring how grief intersects with pleasure, embodiment, and healing. She and Kate discuss the courage it takes to feel all emotions fully, the importance of staying connected to our bodies during profound change, and how pleasure practices can be acts of resistance and self-love. They share vulnerable stories about rediscovering sexuality after paralysis, creating sensory experiences for self-pleasure, and finding joy amidst overwhelming grief. This episode honors the complexity of being human - holding both sorrow and celebration, loss and liberation. Resources Mentioned: Book: "Come As You Are" by Emily Nagoski Podcast: Emily Nagoski's podcast Song: "Older" by Lizzy McAlpine (from Platonic Season 2) Song: “Drip for Me” by FREAQUE --- Timestamps (0:00) - Content warning and dedication to Nathan (1:36) - Opening conversation about grief and Nathan's presence (5:15) - Finding joy and relief amidst grief (6:45) - The dichotomy of loss - relief and heartache (9:08) - Staying embodied through grief and pain (10:00) - Making space to feel vs. swallowing emotions down (12:30) - Episode introduction - Remembering how to feel it all (14:00) - Bodies designed for pleasure, experiencing pain (15:00) - Homework check-in: the ambitious orgasm challenge (17:30) - Epiphany about repeating old patterns post-injury (18:25) - Redefining safety, and discovering new norms (20:00) - Shifted perspectives in disabled sexual experiences (24:50) - Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) and pleasure (28:30) - Kate's play-by-play: creating the ultimate orgasm (30:00) - Setting the scene - sensory details matter (33:15) - Shadow work through intimacy - loving the unloved parts (35:30) - Identifying and communicating needs and desires (41:25) - Hosting pleasure circles and community (42.45) - Identity shifts after disability - mourning who you were (44:00) - Ritual and ceremony for life transitions (46:00) - Everything happens FOR us, not TO us (48:50) - Resensualizing - new view on self-pleasure practices (52:00) - Releasing the movement and music (54:00) - Feeling all the feels (56:50) - The body holds trauma we don't express (58:00) - Finding safety in your own body (1:00:00) - Shadow work and unveiling what's hiding (1:01:1) - Episode wrap-up (1:02:22) - Tales from the Clits - pleasure homework (1:03:28) - Kate's kink event adventure (1:04:00) - Kelsey's sensory dream night challenge (1:06:30) - Closing and credits

18. 

    12 Feb 2026

    Episode 1: Coming Home to the Body

    Episode 1: Coming Home to the Body What happens to pleasure when your body changes forever? In this opening episode of Pleasure Bound, hosts Kelsey and Kate—two quadriplegic women living full, sensual, complicated lives—introduce themselves, their stories, and the why behind this podcast. Together, they open an unfiltered conversation about disability, sexuality, grief, embodiment, kink, shame, desire, and the radical act of reclaiming pleasure in bodies shaped by trauma and paralysis. This episode reflects on life before and after spinal cord injury, the grief of losing familiar sensations, the cultural forces that desexualize or fetishize disabled bodies, and the courage it takes to re-enter pleasure—without comparison, without apology. Along the way, they explore kink, shadow work, adaptive tools, orgasm myths, brain-based pleasure, and why connection—not perfection—is the true medicine. This episode sets the tone for Pleasure Bound: a space for messy, erotic, hilarious, deeply human conversations about coming home to the body—again and again In This Episode: Meet Kelsey (C6 quad, dancer, writer, filmmaker, sensualist) and Kate (C5 quad, mom, triple Taurus, pleasure activist) Living in “two worlds”: able-bodied identity vs. life after paralysis Grief, desexualization, and the shock of how the world’s gaze changes Why pleasure practices matter—especially in disabled bodies The difference between self-care culture and true embodied self-love Kink, shadow work, and why stillness can unlock new forms of intimacy Fetishization vs. desire: navigating devotees and objectification Why orgasm is not the only (or ultimate) goal Brain plasticity, new erogenous zones, and adaptive pleasure How comparison to your former body can block healing Creating pleasure practices that honor energy, capacity, and consent Why community, storytelling, and curiosity are revolutionary Mentioned / Referenced: Move Me (film by Kelsey) (https://www.movemedoc.com/) DanceAbility Method (https://www.danceability.com/) Disability After Dark (Andrew Gurza) (https://www.andrewgurza.ca/podcast/v) Adaptive pleasure tools & sex education spaces Music by Freaque https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xmxsU99bvYcGrvdsw3pFk?si=GSH_oqRIRmyb-I9Y5_-hXQ (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xmxsU99bvYcGrvdsw3pFk?si=GSH_oqRIRmyb-I9Y5_-hXQ) Content Warning: This episode contains candid conversations about sex, disability, and trauma. Episode Timestamps (00:00) — Juicy behind the scenes clip about our WHY (01:20) — Welcome to Pleasure Bound (03:26) — Meet the Hosts: Kelsey and Kate (04:30) — Meet Kelsey: dancer, C6 quad, sensualist (08:40) — Meet Kate: C5 quad, mother, pleasure seeker (12:35) — Pleasure practices & Cultural Shame (15:00) — Road Blocks to Pleasure, Grief & Identity (19:15) — Shadow, Kink, and Adaptive intimacy (26:40) — Fetishization, Devotees & Boundaries (30:00) — Ableism & Cultural Shifts in Perspective (38:13) — Embracing Marginalized Experiences (41:19) — Personal Goals and Commitments (44:22) — Exploring Neuroplasticity & Pleasure Practices (46:10) — Pleasure Beyond Orgasm (47:38) — Sexy homework: The Pleasure Practice Experiment (55:10) — Closing reflections & What's to Come

19. 

    2 Feb 2026

    Welcome to Pleasure Bound

    Pleasure. Power. Peace. In every body. Pleasure Bound is a juicy, honest podcast about reclaiming joy, desire, and embodiment—especially in bodies shaped by disability, marginalization, trauma, grief, and profound change. Hosted by disabled storytellers Kelsey Peterson and Kate Steele, this show blends vulnerable storytelling, cultural truth-telling, laughter, and lived wisdom to explore what pleasure really means—and how to access more of it on your own terms. We talk sex, yes—but also sensuality, nervous systems, self-advocacy, embodiment, and the radical act of loving your body as it is. Each episode offers real conversations, practical tools, pleasure practices, and experiments in joy. We unpack shame, ableism, toxic cultural narratives, and the stories we’ve been handed about whose bodies get to feel good—and then we rewrite them together. Pleasure Bound is a space for curiosity, collective care, softness, and spice. A place to say the quiet parts out loud, celebrate our differences, and remember that pleasure is your birthright. New episodes weekly. Come curious. Leave more turned on to life.

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4.7 / 5

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5.0 / 5

6 ratings

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