From Fuckboy to Fiancé: How To Win the Dating Lottery with Andrea Popova and Val Parker

From Fuckboy to Fiancé: How To Win the Dating Lottery with Andrea Popova and Val Parker

The creators of the hit live comedy show Ask a Fuckboy [https://www.askafuckboy.com/] pull back the curtain on modern dating, relationship psychology, and the chaotic behavior that keeps singles questioning everything. From ghosting, breadcrumbing, and love bombing to dating app burnout and the myth of “if he wanted to, he would,” the conversation blends sharp humor with surprisingly honest insights about attachment styles, communication, and finding lasting love.  Andie Popova and Val Parker share the real-life dating disasters that inspired their sold-out comedy phenomenon, including outrageous stories of serial daters, shared toothbrush scandals, and the unexpected lessons they've learned from analyzing thousands of dating experiences. Whether you're navigating Hinge, recovering from a situationship, or wondering why dating feels harder than ever, this episode offers a funny, relatable, and thought-provoking look at how people connect, sabotage themselves, and ultimately find the right partner. 00:00 – Pre-show setup and dating banter  03:18 – The origin of Ask a Fuckboy Comedy Show  05:57 – Why fuckboys do what they do  07:47 – Can women be fuckboys too?  08:23 – The psychology of the chase  11:52 – Two opposite dating strategies  14:39 – Why people hate dating  17:09 – How to survive dating apps  19:57 – You can’t say the wrong thing to the right person  20:50 – The wildest Ask a Fuckboy stories  22:31 – The different types of fuckboys  24:30 – Love bombing versus real connection  25:25 – Manifesting the right partner  26:24 – Dating a self-described fuckboy  29:30 – Can a fuckboy change?  31:29 – The role of friends in dating behavior  32:50 – Hot takes: coffee dates  35:51 – FaceTime first dates  37:09 – Catfishing, height lies, and profile photos  38:22 – Aspirational dating and punching above your weight  39:47 – When a partner won't take the next step  44:00 – Marriage, commitment, and relationship timing  50:00 – Dating myths and audience questions  57:00 – Final dating lessons and closing thoughts Buy tickets to watch Ask a Fuckboy live: https://www.askafuckboy.com/ [https://www.askafuckboy.com/] Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askafuckboy/ [https://www.instagram.com/askafuckboy/] ⸻ It’s really hard to feel sexy when your vagina feels off [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust]. If you’re bracing for irritation, infections, or yet another post‑sex UTI, it’s almost impossible to stay present in the bedroom. Momotaro Apotheca offers organic solutions that Natassia uses everyday to take care of her intimate health—from their soothing balm, Salve, to their UTI supplement, probiotic, and yeast infection suppository. Build your own ritual at https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] and get 20% off with code LUST. ⸻ Lust in Translation Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠lustintranslation.com [http://lustintranslation.com]  ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/]  ⁠ Follow Natassia on on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0]

Brain Fog, Low Libido, Night Wakes with Hormone & GLP-1 Expert Jackie Giannelli

Why are women's health issues often brushed off as “just part of aging”? In this eye-opening episode, Natassia sits down with board-certified family nurse practitioner, women's longevity and sexual medicine expert Jackie Giannelli [https://jackiegiannellinp.com/] to unpack the truth about perimenopause, menopause, libido, hormone replacement therapy, GLP-1 medications, hair loss, testosterone, vaginal estrogen, peptides, and sexual wellness. They explore why so many women feel dismissed when experiencing brain fog, fatigue, low desire, anxiety, and disrupted sleep and what can actually be done about it.  From the controversy surrounding hormone therapy and breast cancer fears to the surprising effects of GLP-1 medications on libido and pleasure, this conversation challenges outdated medical narratives and offers practical insights for women who want to reclaim their vitality, confidence, relationships, and long-term health. If you've ever wondered whether feeling “flat” is normal, this episode may change the way you think about aging and wellness. 00:00 – Welcome and introduction 01:15 – Why women feel dismissed by healthcare 02:58 – The first signs of perimenopause 05:25 – Sleep, libido, brain fog, and hormone decline 06:25 – Normal vs. optimal hormone levels 09:41 – Medical gaslighting and menopause care 11:32 – When hormones aren't the whole story 13:05 – Testosterone therapy for women 15:03 – Understanding estrogen, progesterone, and hormone balance 17:28 – Bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones 19:19 – The Women's Health Initiative controversy 22:04 – Breast cancer fears and hormone therapy 24:52 – Feeling flat, dopamine, and SSRIs 26:10 – GLP-1 medications and sexual side effects 29:20 – Combining hormones with GLP-1 treatment 32:08 – Long-term concerns about GLP-1 medications 36:12 – Hair loss, hormones, and weight loss drugs 41:37 – Peptides explained 44:01 – The peptide regulation gray area 46:00 – PT-141, Addyi, and female libido treatments 51:16 – Why vaginal estrogen is underused 54:13 – Designing a home for intimacy and connection 57:08 – The science of music and arousal 59:00 – Closing thoughts Follow Jackie Giannelli on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jackie.giannellinptalks/] On this note: It’s really hard to feel sexy when your vagina feels off. If you’re bracing for irritation, infections, or yet another post‑sex UTI, it’s almost impossible to stay present in the bedroom. Momotaro Apotheca [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] offers organic solutions that Natassia uses everyday to take care of her intimate health—from their soothing balm, Salve, to their UTI supplement, probiotic, and yeast infection suppository. Build your own ritual at https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] and get 20% off with code LUST. ⸻ Lust in Translation Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠lustintranslation.com [http://lustintranslation.com] ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/] ⁠ Follow Natassia on on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0]

What Women Fantasize About with Literary Erotica Founder Carly Pifer of Aurore

What if your “low libido” is actually a lack of imagination? In this episode, Natassia sits down with writer Carly Pifer, founder of literary erotica platform Aurore [http://readaurore.com], to explore what women really want, how responsive desire styles get turned on by storytelling and why reading erotica is such an effective form of low-pressure foreplay. Carly shares the real‑life experiences that inspired her crowdsourced erotica platform—from interviewing strangers about their intimate lives in bars and going on Tinder “research dates” across Europe to rewriting painful relationships through erotic fiction and helping women feel less ashamed of what turns them on. For the past two years, Natassia has been an avid reader of Aurore’s stories and loves how it offers a playful way to sample different scenarios, learn what actually lights you up (and what doesn’t), and bring those discoveries back into your own sex life. If you’re curious, use code NATASSIA to get 10% off your subscription at readaurore.com [http://readaurore.com]. 00:00 – Why women connect more with erotica than porn 02:00 – Responsive desire vs spontaneous desire 04:18 – Erotica as a place you go mentally 05:25 – Writing through body image insecurities 08:16 – Turning insecurity into eroticism 09:39 – Building Aurore and crowdsourced erotica 10:30 – Why romance novels don’t work for everyone 12:02 – Feeling emotionally safe during sex 13:32 – The rise of “real eaters” 15:44 – Interviewing strangers about sex in bars 18:21 – What people secretly reveal about intimacy 20:03 – Bathroom habits and relationship comfort 22:09 – Pubic hair trends and attraction 24:34 – Tinder dates across Europe 27:12 – Why men struggle to talk about intimacy 28:55 – Two Frenchmen in Paris story 32:12 – Why sex gets better with age 33:35 – Writing erotica as emotional healing 35:01 – Men learning oral sex from lesbian stories 36:25 – What women actually want sexually 37:18 – Fantasies as clues to your deeper desires 39:16 – Using erotica to communicate with partners 41:10 – How to start talking about fantasies 43:45 – Why sexual coaching matters 44:16 – Making quickies hotter through fantasy 45:16 – Love Is Blind and relationship psychology 46:43 – The rebellious origins of Aurore 48:05 – Straight men writing erotica 50:15 – The jeans story and male desire 51:10 – Why threesomes dominate fantasies 53:09 – Female gaze, dick pics, and visual desire 55:14 – Writing erotica to heal sexual trauma 56:34 – Understanding consensual non-consent fantasies 59:10 – Rewriting trauma through fantasy 01:01:06 – A powerful body acceptance writing exercise 01:02:22 – Final thoughts and where to find Carly It’s really hard to feel sexy when your vagina feels off. If you’re bracing for irritation, infections, or yet another post‑sex UTI, it’s almost impossible to stay present in the bedroom. Momotaro Apotheca [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] offers organic solutions that Natassia uses everyday to take care of her intimate health—from their soothing balm, Salve, to their UTI supplement, probiotic, and yeast infection suppository. Build your own ritual at https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] and get 20% off with code LUST. ⸻ Lust in Translation Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠lustintranslation.com [http://lustintranslation.com] ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/] ⁠ Follow Natassia on on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0]

From Chronic Infections to Organic Solutions: Vulvovaginal Health 101 with Momotaro Apotheca Founder Lindsay Wynn

Let’s be honest: it’s really hard to feel sexy when your vagina feels off. If you’re bracing for irritation, infections, or yet another post‑sex UTI, it’s almost impossible to stay present in the bedroom.  In this episode, I sit down with vulvovaginal wellness founder Lindsay Wynn of Momotaro Apotheca for what is essentially Vaginal Health 101—a crash course on UTIs, yeast infections, pH balance, the vaginal microbiome, and why so many of us were never taught how any of this actually works. We  break down the basics in plain language while also talking about the emotional side—shame, anxiety, and that constant low‑grade fear that something is “wrong” with you. You’ll also hear how Lindsay’s own nightmare cycle of recurrent infections pushed her to create the products she couldn’t find: organic salves, suppositories, probiotics, and UTI‑support supplements designed to soothe symptoms, protect the microbiome, and help you feel good in—and about—your body again.  Think of this as your bedside‑table guide to feeling more comfortable, more informed, and more confident the next time you get naked with someone, including yourself. Curious to learn more about Momotaro Apotheca? It’s the organic solution that actually works, and I use it everyday. From their soothing balm, Salve, to UTI Supplement, Probiotic, and Yeast Infection Suppository, they have you covered. Build your own ritual at https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] and get 20% off with code LUST. Guide to 10 vagina smells and what that means about your intimate health: https://momotaroapotheca.com/blogs/vaginal-wellness/vaginal-scents-odors [https://momotaroapotheca.com/blogs/vaginal-wellness/vaginal-scents-odors?_pos=6&_sid=0e85adf48&_ss=r] 00:00 – Meet the founder & origin story 02:00 – The wilderness mistake that changed everything 04:30 – How infections spiral out of control 06:30 – The science behind vaginal health & bacteria 08:30 – Why traditional treatments don’t always work 11:30 – Discovering natural and antimicrobial solutions 14:30 – Building a wellness brand from scratch 16:00 – Daily rituals and preventative care 18:30 – Products that actually work (and why) 21:30 – Shocking gaps in sex education 24:00 – What we were never taught about our bodies 26:30 – What’s “normal” when it comes to smell & pH 29:00 – How to talk to a partner about intimacy issues 32:00 – Overcoming shame and stigma 34:00 – Gen Z, sex, and changing cultural norms 38:00 – Relationships, pleasure, and the orgasm gap 43:00 – Expanding the product line & business growth 46:00 – Supplements, probiotics, and what matters 49:00 – Holistic approach to vaginal health 52:00 – Practical tips to prevent infections 56:00 – Final thoughts on sex, health, and confidence ⸻ Lust in Translation Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠lustintranslation.com [http://lustintranslation.com] ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/] ⁠ Follow Natassia on on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0]

Polyamorous Thought Leader, Hayley Folk, On What Really Happens Inside Her Open Marriage.

What does it actually look like to build a relationship outside the traditional script, and make it work?  In this honest and eye-opening conversation, Hayley Folk opens up about her journey from a young, open marriage to becoming a leading voice in polyamory and modern relationships. She shares how discovering her queerness, navigating an open marriage, and ultimately redefining partnership transformed her understanding of love, desire, and personal truth.  From play parties and kink exploration to therapy, communication, and emotional safety, this episode goes far beyond surface-level takes on non-monogamy. Instead, it reveals the real work behind it: vulnerability, boundaries, and radical honesty.  Whether you’re curious about polyamory, questioning traditional relationship norms, or just want a more honest look at intimacy and connection, this conversation offers a powerful, human perspective on what it means to love, and live, authentically. 00:00 – Podcast intro & guest welcome 01:20 – Why polyamory is gaining attention 03:40 – Growing up queer & early relationship dynamics 06:00 – Open marriage vs polyamory explained 08:00 – Falling in love outside a marriage 10:00 – First experiences with women 12:00 – Meeting Kyle & building radical honesty 15:00 – Safety, communication & emotional openness 16:00 – One penis policy explained 18:00 – Boundaries, anxiety & early challenges 21:00 – Therapy and redefining the relationship 23:30 – First play party experience 25:30 – How confidence and boundaries evolved 27:30 – Discovering kink and impact play 30:00 – Vulnerability, trust & emotional intimacy 34:30 – Advice for attending sex parties 37:00 – Consent, safety & aftercare in kink 41:00 – Misconceptions from pop culture 42:30 – Open marriage memoir trends & gender dynamics 46:30 – Mistakes people make opening relationships 48:30 – Rules vs agreements vs boundaries 50:30 – Staying connected in long-distance marriage 52:30 – Living apart while married 54:30 – Poly vs monogamous dating dynamics 56:30 – Final thoughts & closing ⸻ Let’s be honest: it’s really hard to feel sexy when things feel off down there. Momotaro Apotheca is the organic solution that actually works, and I use it everyday. From their soothing balm, Salve, to UTI Supplement, Probiotic, and Yeast Infection Suppository, they have you covered. Build your own ritual at https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust [https://momotaroapotheca.com/discount/lust] and get 20% off with code LUST. ⸻ Hayley Folk is a sex and relationships writer and polyamorous content creator based in New York City. She specializes in writing about sex, wellness, mental health and more. Her work has appeared in New York Magazine, Refinery29, Cosmo and more. When she’s not sharing about her life as a bisexual, polyamorous woman married to a man online, you can find her writing her upcoming memoir, thrifting or on an airplane. Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoly.pocket/ [https://www.instagram.com/thepoly.pocket/] Follow her on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoly.pocket [https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoly.pocket] ⸻ Lust in Translation Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive insights: ⁠lustintranslation.com⁠ [⁠lustintranslation.com⁠] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lustintranslationpod/⁠] Follow Natassia on on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/natassiamiller/%E2%81%A0]