Gaps in Carnal Knowledge

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit nathiggins.substack.com [https://nathiggins.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] Nat Higgins, M.Ed. and Aaron Flores, RDN delve into the complexities of sex education, body image, and masculinity. They discuss the often-overlooked struggles men face with eating disorders and the importance of vulnerability in male conversations. The dialogue highlights the need for safe spaces where men can openly discuss their experiences and challenges, as well as the impact of media representations on societal norms surrounding masculinity. Aaron Flores is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a private practice [https://www.aaronfloresrdn.com/] in Calabasas, CA. He uses Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size® and other weight-inclusive approaches in his work to help individuals learn how to make peace with food and their bodies. He is a Certified Body Trust® provider, the host of the Men Unscripted [https://aaronfloresrdn.substack.com/] podcast, and the co-host of the podcast Dietitians Unplugged [https://www.facebook.com/DietitiansUnplugged/]. During the episode, we talk about a few creators, podcast, and books that we could not remember off the top of our heads (or we did mention outright). Here they are: Maintenance Phase Podcast [https://www.maintenancephase.com/], Reclaiming Body Trust [https://centerforbodytrust.com/book/], Your Korean Dad [https://yourkoreandad.com/], Steve From Blues Clues [https://www.instagram.com/steveburnsalive/?hl=en], Pop Pop Buce Johnson [https://www.tiktok.com/@poppopbrucejohnson], The Creative Act: A Way of Being [https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-creative-act-a-way-of-being-rick-rubin/18543579?ean=9780593652886&next=t], & Manhood: A Bare Reality [https://bookshop.org/p/books/manhood-the-bare-reality-laura-dodsworth/19631126?ean=9781780664255&next=t]. Subscribe for free on Substack [http://nathiggins.substack.com/] to get episodes directly into your inbox! To throw money at the podcast and get early access to episodes directly in your inbox, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can upgrade to be a paid subscriber starting at just $5/per month, or become a sponsor by signing up for the Founding Plan! Jingle by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Hansen [https://ffm.bio/BVLVNCE]⁠

For this episode, Nat is joined by Reverend Evan Amo to talk about the intersections of faith, sexuality, shame, and repairing damage caused by harmful rhetoric in the name of the church. From the topic of Original Sin and the different pressures places on spirit and body, to the alienating and shame driven aspects of sexuality within the typical conservative Christian teachings, Evan brings both personal and pastoral insight to the table, and together we explore how those religious frameworks have shaped (and often distorted) our understanding of sexuality. Rev. Evan Amo is the founding pastor of Waypoint Spiritual Community [https://www.waypointspiritual.org/] and the musician behind Bruised Reeds [https://bruisedreeds.bandcamp.com/], a soul-searching music project that blends lament with liberation. BE sure to follow Waypoint Spiritual on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waypointspiritual/] to see their community work! Subscribe for free on Substack [http://nathiggins.substack.com/] to get episodes directly into your inbox! To throw money at the podcast and get early access to episodes directly in your inbox, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can upgrade to be a paid subscriber starting at just $5/per month, or become a sponsor by signing up for the Founding Plan! Jingle by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Hansen [https://ffm.bio/BVLVNCE]⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe [https://nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Dan Roberts was born in eastern Ontario, Canada and grew up in a nice, small, homogenous town. Over time and with changing geography he met a diversity of people and was exposed to different ways of life. Each new person or destination was a chance to experience new things, and to learn. He’s lived in small towns and big cities, played sports, and been a successful art photographer (@HackTheLight [https://www.instagram.com/hackthelight/]). He studied applied physics before choosing a career in software engineering, and his current business is an event ticketing and membership platform called Multipass [http://multipass.com]. With a late discovery of likely neurodivergence (neurospicy?), change can be both thrilling and difficult for him. Change is also inevitable, and embracing personal growth is a core principle of Dan’s life. Sometimes this means uprooting deep mental roots, trying something new, and this book is evidence of that. After four decades of life and relationships, largely based in emotional monogamy, polyamory thrust the door of change wide open. His journey into this new life has been exciting, extremely costly and painful, and ultimately successful. Non-attachment brings peace, and granting freedom to those around us brings respect. You can get your hands on his book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Can-Poly-Tales-Transition-Polyamory/dp/B0DPXF9M8J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EHVKJEAHCW0G&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.D4pno3iEqlmiGn9ppFVTNyYVeznlgjx9_osi95MOig_9FWLzDfx0_w9oDLRYMP_nNEQSeWIjOZsnzV5MPnCsfk2xVCzcGW1fn3kaR9kqBMz5M7acC98TYf60xFmpXW1NMNwIHff7yBCFy9qBwETQ7NM3yqaHqXREdFEF8Gt41gI2TxOz9KtsawpHDxBjNOpI7ypYI1pQOqbhgz9kuTAZTkI0qNr0Nh6IZcF0ofJ8_56R9B1N8UMltL9v4YnXe2-lvTzItx2uIf2r5k_-Yh6ETRUZe7X76tzC0ErGDGklniY.aR50sCdZrpZjMeyuStfmTCCIyfGff-K4R-VsxrmHVtU&dib_tag=se&keywords=can+I+poly&qid=1746036482&sprefix=cami+poly%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-1] and keep up with his latest project at everythingismadeup.com [https://www.everythingismadeup.com/] Subscribe for free on Substack [http://nathiggins.substack.com/] to get episodes directly into your inbox! To throw money at the podcast and get early access to episodes directly in your inbox, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can upgrade to be a paid subscriber starting at just $5/per month, or become a sponsor by signing up for the Founding Plan! Jingle by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Hansen [https://ffm.bio/BVLVNCE]⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe [https://nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit nathiggins.substack.com [https://nathiggins.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] Join Nat as she has a chat with Leah Spasova, a psychologist, sex and relationships expert, and the founder of lifesexplicit, a groundbreaking censorship-free platform for sexual wellness. With a background in psychology and years of experience supporting clients in navigating intimacy, relationships, and personal growth, Leah empowers individuals and professionals alike. Through lifesexplicit, she champions inclusive, sex-positive resources and education, helping break down taboos and provide a safe space for expert-led support. Leah’s mission is to create accessible, stigma-free pathways to sexual and relational well-being. Find Leah and Many other Sex & Relationships Experts at lifesexplicit [http://www.lifesexplicit.com/]! Don’t rely on random algorithms, don’t get your email box clogged, just follow lifesexplicit’s Telegram Channel [https://telegram.lifesexplicit.com/] and get all the cool updates. Get Leah’s FREE eBook: The Big 3 Secrets for a Pleasure-Filled Intimate Life [https://www.lifesexplicit.com/products/lifesexperts-ebook-the-big-3-secrets-for-a-pleasure-filled-intimate-life] Connect with Leah on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahspasova/] and on her Website [http://www.lifesexperts.com/]. *** Subscribe to Gaps in Carnal Knowledge for free on Substack [http://nathiggins.substack.com/] to get episodes directly into your inbox! To throw money at the podcast and get early access to episodes directly in your inbox, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can upgrade to be a paid subscriber starting at just $5/per month, or become a sponsor by signing up for the Founding Plan! Jingle by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Hansen [https://ffm.bio/BVLVNCE]⁠

This is part 2 of Nat's discussion with Kassandra Lament! This time we will dive into some of the executive orders that have come out, and some tips on how to stay sane while staying informed. Find out more about Kassandra on her website: https://campsite.bio/kassandralament. You can ask her open and honest questions about Trans people at AskATranssexual@gmail.com . And you can find out more about Satanic Colorado and their upcoming events and such at www.Satanic-Colorado.org [http://www.satanic-colorado.org/] Subscribe for free on Substack [http://nathiggins.substack.com/] to get episodes directly into your inbox! To throw money at the podcast and get early access to episodes directly in your inbox, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can upgrade to be a paid subscriber starting at just $5/per month, or become a sponsor by signing up for the Founding Plan! Jingle by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dave Hansen [https://ffm.bio/BVLVNCE]⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe [https://nathiggins.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]