The Sex Wrap

Getting a reactive ("positive") test result is hard enough on its own. But then comes the part nobody prepares you for: the conversations. This week on The Sex Wrap, we're breaking down the partner notification process without the shame spiral. We'll walk you through what to say, how to say it, and what to do when someone doesn't take it well. Because telling your partners is one of the most responsible and caring things you can do. We're also covering anonymous notification options, what information you're actually obligated to share, and how to take care of your mental health through it all. You got the result. Now let's get through the next step together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You did everything right — you had the talk, you asked for the results, and then... silence. This week on The Sex Wrap, we're unpacking the frustrating moment of someone disappearing the moment sexual health comes up. Is it shame? Fear? A red flag you should've clocked sooner? We're getting into why asking for STD results is still taboo, what the ghosting really means, and how to protect yourself, emotionally and physically, when someone can't handle the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pill a day. A shot every two months. And now: a shot twice a year. PrEP has come a long way, but the stigma around it hasn't caught up. We talk through who it's for (hint: way more people than you think!), why people still don't talk about it, and what the new injectable options actually mean for your sex life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode unpacks the loaded idea of “virginity” and the expectations that come with it. We get into how disclosure, intimacy, and power intersect, and why first-time narratives can feel so high-stakes. It’s an episode that applies to all types of virginities! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Outdoor sex is one of the most common sexual fantasies—but what happens when fantasy meets reality? In this episode, we talk about the allure of outdoor sex—from beaches to backseats to wooded trails—and the realities that come with it. We cover consent, privacy, legal risks, environmental considerations, and how to keep things safer if you decide to take the adventure outside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices