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EPISODE · Nov 6, 2025 · 50 MIN

Midlife Intimacy: Lube, Love & Liberation with Deb Porteous and Brian Starke

from Transforming 45 · host Lisa Boate

In this candid episode of Transforming Conversations, host Lisa Boate sits down with Deb and Brian, the dynamic co-founders of Pleasure Pods, to open up the conversation around sexual health and menopause. Together, they dive into how menopause impacts intimacy, communication, and connection—and why it’s time to ditch the stigma and talk openly about pleasure, comfort, and desire. Discover how Pleasure Pods’ plant-based lubricants are helping women reclaim confidence, ease, and empowerment in their sexual health journey. This episode is packed with honest insights, laughter, and permission to put pleasure back on the table. Key Takeaways:✨ Talking about sexual health is an act of empowerment. 🗣️ Menopause affects both partners—communication matters. 🌿 Pleasure Pods offer a clean, plant-based alternative to traditional lubricants. 🔥 Women over 50 deserve pleasure and satisfaction—without shame 💞 Lubricants and toys can enhance connection, comfort, and confidence. 💬 Men’s involvement in menopause conversations changes everything. 🚫 Breaking taboos around menopause = healthier relationships. ⚖️ Hormone therapy and natural lubricants can work together for optimal sexual health. Why You’ll Love This Episode: Because it’s real. Refreshing. And exactly the kind of conversation women (and men) need about menopause, intimacy, and pleasure Listen if You’re Curious About: Menopause and sexual health Plant-based lubricants Communication in long-term relationships Female empowerment Reclaiming intimacy after 45 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transforming Conversations on Sexual Health 02:09 Deb's Journey: From Menopause to Empowerment 06:10 Brian's Perspective: Shared Responsibility in Menopause 11:41 Breaking the Silence: Men's Communication on Sexual Health 16:46 Facilitating Conversations: Teaching the Next Generation 22:56 Innovative Solutions: The Pleasure Pods Experience 25:46 Understanding Sensitivities and Product Safety 28:09 Innovative Product Features for Enhanced Experience 30:55 Navigating Intimacy and Communication in Midlife 36:35 Redefining Pleasure and Connection 40:27 The Importance of Health and Safety in Lubricants Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Where to find Pleasure Pods Website Instagram Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this candid episode of Transforming Conversations, host Lisa Boate sits down with Deb and Brian, the dynamic co-founders of Pleasure Pods, to open up the conversation around sexual health and menopause. Together, they dive into how menopause impacts intimacy, communication, and connection—and why it’s time to ditch the stigma and talk openly about pleasure, comfort, and desire. Discover how Pleasure Pods’ plant-based lubricants are helping women reclaim confidence, ease, and empowerment in their sexual health journey. This episode is packed with honest insights, laughter, and permission to put pleasure back on the table. Key Takeaways:✨ Talking about sexual health is an act of empowerment. 🗣️ Menopause affects both partners—communication matters. 🌿 Pleasure Pods offer a clean, plant-based alternative to traditional lubricants. 🔥 Women over 50 deserve pleasure and satisfaction—without shame 💞 Lubricants and toys can enhance connection, comfort, and confidence. 💬 Men’s involvement in menopause conversations changes everything. 🚫 Breaking taboos around menopause = healthier relationships. ⚖️ Hormone therapy and natural lubricants can work together for optimal sexual health. Why You’ll Love This Episode: Because it’s real. Refreshing. And exactly the kind of conversation women (and men) need about menopause, intimacy, and pleasure Listen if You’re Curious About: Menopause and sexual health Plant-based lubricants Communication in long-term relationships Female empowerment Reclaiming intimacy after 45 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transforming Conversations on Sexual Health 02:09 Deb's Journey: From Menopause to Empowerment 06:10 Brian's Perspective: Shared Responsibility in Menopause 11:41 Breaking the Silence: Men's Communication on Sexual Health 16:46 Facilitating Conversations: Teaching the Next Generation 22:56 Innovative Solutions: The Pleasure Pods Experience 25:46 Understanding Sensitivities and Product Safety 28:09 Innovative Product Features for Enhanced Experience 30:55 Navigating Intimacy and Communication in Midlife 36:35 Redefining Pleasure and Connection 40:27 The Importance of Health and Safety in Lubricants Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Where to find Pleasure Pods Website Instagram Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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