About Unzipping Taboos: Candid Conversations about Sex
Join hosts Dr Sue & Charlie on "Unzipping Taboos" as they delve into the intricate & often challenging landscape of sex, & all things related to it.
Each episode will be an open conversation on a different topic. Through their engaging discussions, listeners will gain insight into the complexities of sex, & how to talk about this deeply personal subject.
Whether you're a seasoned advocate for sexual liberation or someone who finds the topic daunting, "Unzipping Taboos" offers a safe space to explore the nuances of human sexuality, challenge preconceptions, & help make the subject less taboo
More Than a Plus: Ace, Aro, and the Spectrum of Attraction
In this episode, we unzip asexual (ace) and aromantic (aro) orientations and explore the identities that are part of the “plus” in LGBTQIA+. We talk about what these terms mean, why they matter, and how understanding them helps create space for the many different ways people experience attraction and connection.
What’s the difference between sexual attraction and romantic attraction? Why aren’t orientation and libido the same thing? And what about some of the most common myths the aro/ace communities encounter—like the idea that aro/ace people don’t have relationships, don’t have sex, or are somehow “broken”?As part of this conversation, we also explore the fluidity of identity and the pressure social expectations can place on people to fit a particular path. Everyone gets to decide how they describe their own experiences, and no one owes the world a label before they’re ready—or at all.
Whether you’re hearing these terms for the first time, supporting someone you care about, or simply curious to learn more, this episode is an invitation to approach the conversation with openness, respect, and a little less assumption.
Our conversation is a reminder that there isn't one "right" way to experience attraction, relationships, or intimacy—and that understanding starts with making room for the full spectrum of human experience.
If you have a story, thoughts and/or a topic or question for Dr. Sue and Charlie please share your ideas here: Show suggestions (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/unzipping-taboos)
If you want to ask Dr Sue a sex question for the weekly Q&A you can submit it here: Ask a question (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/heydrsue)
10 Jun 2026
Women Don’t Expire: Aging, Menopause, and Cultural Myths - Part 2
In Part 2 of our conversation on perimenopause and menopause, we move beyond biology and into the healthcare experiences, cultural messages, and societal expectations that shape how women experience aging.
We break down the differences between Pap smears and pelvic exams, talk about changing screening recommendations, and discuss why regular healthcare conversations remain important throughout adulthood.
Then we zoom out. Why are women so often taught that aging makes them less visible, less desirable, or less valuable? Why are menopausal experiences so often reduced to stereotypes while companies market endless products promising to “fix” what aging changes?
We unzip media portrayals of menopause, body image, desirability, and the pressure women face to resist aging rather than experience it. We also talk about self-acceptance, questioning messages designed to profit from insecurity, and the growing movement of women rejecting shame and embracing aging on their own terms.
Because women do not lose their value with age—and better conversations create better care, challenge outdated narratives, and make space for women to be fully seen.
If you have a story, thoughts and/or a topic or question for Dr. Sue and Charlie please share your ideas here: Show suggestions (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/unzipping-taboos)
If you want to ask Dr Sue a sex question for the weekly Q&A you can submit it here: Ask a question (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/heydrsue)
3 Jun 2026
Women Don’t Expire: Aging, Menopause, and Cultural Myths - Part 1
In this episode of Unzipping Taboos, we unzip a topic too many women are expected to navigate without enough information: perimenopause and menopause.
We break down what perimenopause and menopause actually mean, why symptoms can show up long before periods stop completely, and why this transition can feel confusing, unpredictable, and surprisingly isolating. From sleep disruption and mood changes to hot flashes, and body changes, we talk honestly about what women may experience—and why no two journeys look exactly alike.
We also discuss the importance of finding reliable health information, advocating for yourself in medical settings, and questioning outdated narratives around menopause care and treatment options like hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
This conversation became bigger than one episode, so in Part 2 we’ll continue beyond the biology—into healthcare experiences, aging, body image, cultural messages about women and desirability, and why society still has work to do in how we talk about growing older.
Because aging isn’t something to fear—and women deserve information, support, and honest conversations along the way.
If you have a story, thoughts and/or a topic or question for Dr. Sue and Charlie please share your ideas here: Show suggestions (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/unzipping-taboos)
If you want to ask Dr Sue a sex question for the weekly Q&A you can submit it here: Ask a question (https://milsteinhealthconsulting.com/heydrsue)
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