Episode 15: The Sex Ed Crisis with Danielle Bezalel

Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast!  Today, I'm speaking to sex educator and executive producer and host of The Sex Ed with DB Podcast,  Danielle Bezalel, aka “DB”, about the deeply flawed state of sexual health education in the US. In “Episode 15: The Sex Ed Crisis”, Danielle brings her expertise in comprehensive sexual health education to discuss how our inadequate, outdated, and shame-based sex ed programs are failing young people and what we can do to change that. Here are some of the topics we discuss:The current state of sexual health education in the USReligious and cultural influence on sex education, particularly purity cultureThe harmful messages shared in abstinence-only programsGoals of comprehensive sexual educationThe need for mandated consent educationThe rise of misogyny and rape cultureProviding age appropriate sex education to children in the home and at schoolHarms of poor sex ed, including increased risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseasesBetter, international models for comprehensive sexual health education Resources referenced in this episode:Guttmacher Institute: Sex Education and HIV Education Tune in on Monday, February 3, 2025 and make sure to subscribe to stay updated on all our episodes. Where to connect with Danielle Bezalel: Instagram:  @‌sexedwithdbpodcast  Instagram (@sexedwithdbpodcast)TikTok: @‌sexedwithdb Sex Ed with DB on TikTokTwitter/X: @‌sexedwithdb  Sex Ed with DB (@SexEdwithDB) on XEmail: [email protected] the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchyTikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchyNewsletter sign upWebsite: www.thegynarchypodcast.com‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app:https://learnatpinnacle.com/education______Disclaimer: This podcast and related content are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute medical, financial, legal, psychological, or other professional advice. Views expressed are those of the hosts and guests, not their employers, and are not tailored to individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions. By using this content, you agree the creators are not liable for any outcomes or damages resulting from reliance on it.Inclusivity statement:  The Gynarchy is cr...