Sex Ed Before Bed explores powerful and meaningful topics that often go undiscussed in our
daily lives. In bringing these conversations into the open, my intention is that collectively, we can
approach them with less shame and more compassion, giving them the nuance that they often
require.
As part of a small cadre of Canadian podcasts focused on this topic, with over 8,000 listeners,
Sex Ed Before Bed’s growing fan base signals a rising interest in sexual health and politics.
Since 2017, guests have included experts and folks with lived experience, including sex
workers, 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, researchers, educators, psychotherapists, physicians and
program facilitators.
Sex-positivity, anti-oppression frameworks inform the podcast and the tone is one of humility
and curiosity. I aim to bring what I have learned and my experiences to the mic and understand
that sexual health education is a lifelong learning experience for me, and for all of us. I don’t
have all the answers and I see myself as “along for the ride” with the listener, grateful for the
stories, wisdom and insight of my wonderful guests.
What I want to give listeners through this experience:
● To have more informed, joyful, liberating sexual experiences
● To see a topic or marginalized group in a new light
● To unlearn harmful stereotypes and cultivate more empathy
● To be aware of timely sex-related Canadian research and news
Operating With Joy: barbara findlay on Fighting Transphobia in Canada
A conversation with my friend and mentor, barbara findlay (she/her). For nearly five decades, barbara's worked tirelessly for LGBT rights in Canada. The episode was recorded in February 2025.
Our discussion ranged from the modern world we find ourselves in and how we got here to the homegrown transphobia right here in Canada, to galvanizing and taking action. barbara died on August 22, 2026 - this episode includes a closing tribute.
Timestamps
00:00 Cold open
00:58 Introduction and the political moment
02:32 Climate dread, fear, and the rise of right-wing populism
05:59 Trans rights in Canada
10:16 Saskatchewan's Bill 137 and the notwithstanding clause
13:28 The "people not like us" sentiment, and why Lawyers Against Transphobia operates with joy rather than righteousness
17:39 barbara's path from feminism to anti-racism work and finding agency
19:54 What listeners can do - locating yourself in systems of power
23:59 Building community
27:09 Tribute
Taking Action
https://www.repeal137.ca/action to send an email to your MLA insisting on repeal of Bill 137.
Transphobic Legal Actions in Canada
https://egale.ca/egale-in-action/alberta-bill9-nov18/
https://egale.ca/egale-in-action/sask-appeal-aug11/
Remembering barbara
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/barbara-findlay-lawyer-lgbtqia-advocate-mourned-9.7317710
https://nationalmagazine.ca/en-ca/articles/people/2026/a-transformative-force-in-the-legal-profession
https://egale.ca/egale-in-action/barbara-findlay-aug-24/
https://xtramagazine.com/video/barbara-findlay-lawyer-obituary-284076
9 May 2026
The Other Breakup
Sex Ed Before Bed Host Bex (she/her) is in the hotseat for the first time ever, interviewed by her sister Izzy (she/her) on another taboo topic: friendship breakups.
Timestamps
0:00 Cold open
3:30 Coming out late, building a queer community
9:42 Pursing love with a friend
12:00 Girlfriend breakup, crew breakup
15:44 The stories we tell ourselves and friendship ideals
18:10 Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and cognitive distortions
24:53 Transmuting pain into art
30:00 Accepting what is
33:00 Closing
Topics we discuss:
Coming out and building community
Role that queer families play for newly out folks
Romantic relationships within a friend group
Friend group ruptures in the wake of breakups
Role of compounding factors in coping with loss
The role of rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) in grappling with loss
Accepting the loss and moving forward
Research
The Lesbian's Experience of Friendship by Jeanne Stanley pgs. 43-44
Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria definitions from ADDitude and the Cleveland Clinic
The lived experience of rejection sensitivity in ADHD - A qualitative exploration PLoS One - Published January 2026
Books
The Other Significant Others by Rhaina Cohen
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson
Who Deserves Your Love: How to Create Boundaries to Start, Strengthen or End Any Relationship by KC Davis
Tools
Thought Record exercise to combat distorted thinking
15 Mar 2025
Creating Queer Community
Host Bex interviews Aislin and Stella, who define queer community, discuss inclusivity challenges, and highlight representation in arts and athletics, offering insights into building welcoming spaces.
27 Jan 2021
Rewrite Your Future: A Rape Prevention Program That's Working
Sara, from Flip the Script, discusses a Canadian sexual assault prevention program for young women, exploring boundary setting, coercion awareness, and the importance of radical self-love in this interview.
18 May 2020
It's Normal for Sex to Take Work
This episode of "Sex Ed Before Bed" explores the reality that maintaining a satisfying sex life often requires effort and communication.
17 Oct 2019
Poverty, Class, Culture and Taboo in Langa, South Africa
Lele Mbinda shares insights with the host about daily life and varying perspectives on sex among adults and youth in Langa, South Africa, during a township tour, in this interview episode.
21 Jan 2019
Sexual Violence and the Canadian Legal System
Industry experts discuss sexual violence and the Canadian legal system, providing insights into the complexities of sexual politics in Canada; this is an interview episode.
19 Dec 2018
Male Sexual Trauma and Hope for Healing
Rick Goodwin shares his extensive experience supporting men who have experienced childhood sexual abuse, addressing the impact of trauma, emotional integrity, and the role of masculinity in healing in this interview.
11 Jul 2018
Sex Myths Uncovered
Host Veronica Kazoleas leads panelists Allison M. Dalby, Claire AH, Ducky Doolittle, and Shriya Hari in a nuanced discussion about sex politics, answering audience questions and debunking common myths surrounding women's sexual health in this interview episode.
6 Jan 2018
Unpacking Polyamory
Sex therapist Angie Gunn discusses polyamory with Vanessa and Maggie of 21 Questions, dismantling misconceptions and sharing personal experiences in this interview.
19 Nov 2017
Sexual Self-Esteem and Tantra
Sofia Fortin, sexuality coach, discusses tantra and sexual self-esteem, sharing her journey and tactics to help listeners improve their sex lives and overall confidence in this interview.
9 Sept 2017
Mindful Masturbation
Somatic sex educator Caitlin Roberts explores mindful masturbation and how it transforms her sexual and non-sexual life in this interview, revealing new ways to explore the body.
26 Aug 2017
Navigating Consent
Sex educator Karen B.K. Chan discusses the complexities of navigating consent, including boundaries, rejection, and emotional literacy, in an interview on the podcast.
29 Jul 2017
Chronicles of a Trans Life
Wes Heney shares his personal journey of transitioning, discussing the physical and emotional aspects, including hormone therapy and societal stigmas, in an interview with the host.
29 Jul 2017
Pleasure and Politics: What drove a Social Psychologist to open a Sex Shop?
Social psychologist Veronica, owner of The Nookie, discusses her transition from corporate life to value-based entrepreneurship by opening a sex shop that encourages pleasurable experiences, in this interview.
29 Jul 2017
Day in the Life of a Sex Therapist
Sex therapist Matthew Ridley discusses providing queer and sex-positive therapy for couples and singles, questioning norms around sex, and exploring the impact of pornography in this interview episode.
29 Jul 2017
Sex Education in Ontario: Then and Now
Sex educator Carly discusses Ontario's updated sex education curriculum, contrasting it with the previous version and highlighting both its improvements and the challenges she faces in its implementation.
29 Jul 2017
The Roots of Domestic Violence
Whitney Wilson explores the societal roots of domestic violence, focusing on how rigid definitions of masculinity and suppressed emotions contribute to violent behavior, in this interview.
Who has been a guest on Sex Ed Before Bed
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
Aislin
Stella
Sara
Lele Mbinda
Rick Goodwin
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
3.7 / 5
3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
43
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
31
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