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Taboo to Truth: Unapologetic Conversations About Sexuality in Midlife

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Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Relationship Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex in midlife, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. We'll discuss dating and sex post-divorce, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of rediscovering intimacy. Karen dives deep into the impact of hormonal changes on sexuality, examining how these shifts influence desire, pleasure, and overall sexual health across different ages. The podcast encompasses a wide array of topics, including polyamory, kink, BDSM, and sexual dysfunction, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of modern sexual dynamics. Taboo to Truth is a platform for open, honest conversations about sex, relationships, and everything in between. Join me to embrace your sexuality, empower your journey, and break free from societal taboos. Follow me: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenbigman/ *The information on this podcast does not constitute medical advice and is for informational purposes only.

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Episode thumbnail for Cheating Isn't About Sex — Here's What It's Really About | Ep. 181

June 19, 2026

Cheating Isn't About Sex — Here's What It's Really About | Ep. 181

<p>The antidote to a boring sex life isn't trying harder, it's trying something new together — that's what ARYA delivers, a monthly intimacy membership curated by AASECT certified sexologists and shipped right to your door. </p><p>Take the quiz at arya.fyi and use code: TRUTH15 for 15% off at <u><a href="https://arya.fyi/start?rfsn=8333683.c9f861" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://arya.fyi/start?rfsn=8333683.c9f861</a></u></p><p>In this episode, I'm tackling the topic nobody wants to bring up at dinner: cheating. Whether you've been cheated on, you've done the cheating, or you've just thought about it (and most of us have), this conversation is for you. I'm breaking down what infidelity actually is, why it shows up so often in midlife, and whether it's ever justified. I get into the messy truth that affairs are rarely about sex — they're about disconnection, unmet needs, and the stories we tell ourselves instead of having hard conversations. I'm not excusing cheating. I am asking you to understand it, because understanding is the first step toward preventing it, surviving it, or having the honest conversation you've been avoiding.</p><p><strong>In This Episode:</strong></p><p>00:00 - Sponsor: Aria Intimacy Membership</p><p>00:48 - Welcome to Taboo to Truth</p><p>01:10 - Introduction: Talking About Cheating Like Adults</p><p>01:30 - What Actually Counts as Cheating?</p><p>02:15 - Why Cheating Happens More in Midlife</p><p>02:50 - Is Cheating Ever Justified?</p><p>03:55 - Are We Even Wired for Monogamy?</p><p>04:40 - Open Relationships vs. Cheating: Where's the Line?</p><p>05:10 - What to Do If You've Been Cheated On</p><p>06:05 - How to Prevent Infidelity Before It Happens</p><p>06:45 - Final Thoughts: Choosing Honesty</p><p>Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></u> for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!</p><p><strong>About The Host:</strong></p><p class="ql-align-justify">Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.</p><p>Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:</p><p>Email:<u><a href="mailto:karen@taboototruth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> karen@taboototruth.com</a></u></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.taboototruth.com/</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth</a></u></p><p>YouTube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast</a></u></p><p>Substack:<a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://karenbigman.substack.com</a></u></p><p>DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. </p><p>This content is created for educational and informational purposes only. It is designed to provide viewers with knowledge and insights about intimacy, relationships, communication, and sexual wellness. This video does not depict or promote sexual acts for the purpose of sexual gratification. All discussions are conducted in a respectful, professional, and sex-positive context to encourage healthy, safe, and informed conversations. </p><p>I have hand-selected some great products to help support your s//xual wellness. Purchasing products from me and/or my affiliates helps support the work that I do and ensures I can continue to help as many people and couples as possible!</p><p><strong>LINKS, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS, COURSES &amp; FREEBIES </strong></p><p>🪄 Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more! 🛒 Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF </p><p>🥰 If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources </p><p>💋 Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser </p><p>🔥 Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F</p>

Episode thumbnail for She Helped Thousands Find Love After 40 — Here's What Actually Works | Ep. 179 (Part 2)

June 16, 2026

She Helped Thousands Find Love After 40 — Here's What Actually Works | Ep. 179 (Part 2)

<p>💋 Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser</p><p>In this episode, I'm back with Shana James for Part 2 of our conversation — and this time we're getting into the real, messy, funny, and deeply human side of dating in midlife. Shana breaks down the most common mistakes people make when they're back out there after divorce or a long relationship, starting with the one thing most people skip entirely: knowing what they actually want.</p><p>We talk about love, lust, and partnership as three completely separate dimensions — and why collapsing them into one is where so many relationships go wrong. Shana shares her own stories of fumbling through dating after divorce, why she won't date someone who's fresh out of a relationship, and what happened when she gave her current partner a chance even when the initial chemistry wasn't there.</p><p>We also get into why instant chemistry can actually be a red flag rooted in attachment wounds, how to spark connection instead of just waiting for it, and what to do if you're in a relationship that feels stuck. Shana closes with her best advice for anyone who's dating or partnered and feeling lost — and it's simpler and more powerful than you'd expect.</p><p><strong>In this episode: </strong></p><p>00:00 Welcome Back — Going Even Deeper in Part 2</p><p>01:20 The Most Common Midlife Dating Mistakes</p><p>03:45 Know Yourself Before You Date — Why It Matters</p><p>06:00 Love, Lust, and Partnership Are Not the Same Thing</p><p>08:15 Fumbling Through Dating After Divorce — And That's Okay</p><p>10:30 Karen's Recent First Date Story (And What Honesty Made Possible)</p><p>12:50 Is the Best Love and Sex of Your Life Still Ahead of You?</p><p>15:15 The Myth of Happy Sex — Shana's Most Vulnerable Story</p><p>17:40 Why Instant Chemistry Might Be a Red Flag</p><p>19:55 How to Spark Chemistry Instead of Waiting for It</p><p>21:40 Advice for Anyone Stuck in Love or Dating Right Now</p><p>23:00 Where to Find Shana James</p><p>Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></u> for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!</p><p><strong>About the guest: </strong></p><p>As a relationship and dating coach for 20+ years, Shana James humbly discovered the causes of disconnection and distrust in relationships, as well as how to build trust and keep passion alive. Shana has facilitated decades ofAuthentic Relating workshops based on her training in communication, mindfulness, psychology and sensuality, and specializes in helping clients date and create healthy relationships after divorce. Shana brings her Master’s in psychology, DISC and Positive Intelligence certifications to her book:Honest Sex: A Passionate Path to Deepen Connection and Keep RelationshipsAlive. She also hosts two podcasts: Man Alive and Practicing Love, and has aTEDx Talk, 'What 1000 Men's Tears Reveal About the Crisis Between Men andWomen.'</p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Connect with Shana James:</strong></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><a href="https://sirleezus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a>: https://shanajamescoaching.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanajames/</p><p>Resources: https://shanajamescoaching.com/resources-3/</p><p><strong>About the host: </strong></p><p class="ql-align-justify">Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.</p><p>Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:</p><p>Email:<u><a href="mailto:karen@taboototruth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> karen@taboototruth.com</a></u></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.taboototruth.com/</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth</a></u></p><p>YouTube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast</a></u></p><p>Substack:<a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://karenbigman.substack.com</a></u></p><p>Take control of your pleasure with my Pleasure Playbook, filled with tips to help you connect with your body and enhance intimacy. Download it now at <a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook</a>.</p><p><strong>LINKS, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS, COURSES &amp; FREEBIES</strong></p><p>🪄 Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more!</p><p>🛒 Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF</p><p>🥰 If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources</p><p>💋 Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser</p><p>🔥 Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F</p>

Episode thumbnail for I Tested 3 Clitoral Vibrators Designed for Menopausal Bodies — Here's What I Found | Ep. 180

June 12, 2026

I Tested 3 Clitoral Vibrators Designed for Menopausal Bodies — Here's What I Found | Ep. 180

<p>🍋 Use code TABOO25 at hellonancy.com for 25% off Lem, Avo, and Berry.</p><p>🔗 https://hellonancy.com/discount/TABOO25</p><p>In this episode, I review three clitoral vibrators from Hello Nancy — the LEM, the Berri, and the AVO — through the specific lens of what menopausal and perimenopausal bodies actually need. I explain why estrogen decline changes blood flow, lubrication, tissue sensitivity, and arousal response, and why that makes toy selection matter more in midlife than ever before. I break down each toy's design, stimulation style, and ideal use case, compare suction-based air pulse technology versus direct contact vibration, and give a clear recommendation for which toy fits which body and preference. I also share tips on lubricant use, vaginal estrogen, and how to introduce toys into partnered intimacy — because menopause is not the end of pleasure. It's the beginning of needing better information and better tools.</p><p>🚨 If you are a man navigating your partner’s menopause and feel lost, check out my NEW course ‘Men Meet Menopause’! AND to celebrate the launch, I'mm giving you 20% off with code MMPLAUNCH20 https://bit.ly/MeenMeetMenopause</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Taboo to Truth</p><p>00:20 Who I Am and What I'm Reviewing Today</p><p>00:48 Why Menopause Changes Everything About Stimulation</p><p>01:25 Meet the LEM — Air Pulse Tech for Menopausal Bodies</p><p>02:10 Meet the Berry — Focused Intensity for Faster Arousal</p><p>02:52 Meet the AVO — Ergonomic Comfort for Partnered Sex</p><p>03:28 Suction vs Direct Stimulation — What's the Difference?</p><p>04:02 Lubricant, Vaginal Estrogen, and Body-Safe Tips</p><p>04:30 Which One Should You Choose?</p><p>04:55 Discount Code + Men Meet Menopause Course</p><p>Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></u> for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!</p><p><strong>Karen Bigman</strong>, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.</p><p><br></p><p>This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.</p><p><br></p><p>Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:karen@taboototruth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">karen@taboototruth.com</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.taboototruth.com/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p class="ql-align-justify">Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.</p><p>Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:</p><p>Email:<u><a href="mailto:karen@taboototruth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> karen@taboototruth.com</a></u></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.taboototruth.com/</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth</a></u></p><p>YouTube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast</a></u></p><p>Substack:<a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://karenbigman.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://karenbigman.substack.com</a></u></p><p>Take control of your pleasure with my Pleasure Playbook, filled with tips to help you connect with your body and enhance intimacy. Download it now at <a href="https://www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook</a>.</p><p><strong>LINKS, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS, COURSES &amp; FREEBIES</strong></p><p>🪄 Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more!</p><p>🛒 Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF</p><p>🥰 If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources</p><p>💋 Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser</p><p>🔥 Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F</p>

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What is Taboo to Truth: Unapologetic Conversations About Sexuality in Midlife?

Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Relationship Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex in midlife, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.

We'll discuss dating and sex post-divorce, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of rediscovering intimacy. Karen dives deep into the impact of hormonal changes on sexuality, examining how these shifts influence desire, pleasure, and overall sexual health across different ages.

The podcast encompasses a wide array of topics, including polyamory, kink, BDSM, and sexual dysfunction, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of modern sexual dynamics.

Taboo to Truth is a platform for open, honest conversations about sex, relationships, and everything in between. Join me to embrace your sexuality, empower your journey, and break free from societal taboos.

Follow me: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenbigman/

*The information on this podcast does not constitute medical advice and is for informational purposes only.

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