PrEP & Play: Conversations for Safer Sex

In this episode, which originally aired January 17th, 2025, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South Prevention Education and Outreach Coordinator, Kaitlyn Burkett. We're discussing HIV 101 including the difference between HIV and AIDS, how the virus is transmitted, some common myths, and ways to prevent and treat HIV.

In this episode that originally aired 12/27/2024, I'm joined again by Rachel Carter, and we discuss viral STIs including how they are transmitted and ways to prevent and treat them.

This episode originally aired 12/13/2024. In this episode, I'm joined by Shell Health Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter as we discuss the basics of bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). We cover:GonorrheaChlamydiaSyphilisBacterial Vaginosis (not technically and STI)Trichomoniasis (not technically bacterial)We discuss the symptoms of each, how they are transmitted, how they are treated, and how they can be prevented.

In this episode, I'm joined by Holly and Jess to discuss ethical non-monogamy and polyamory! We continue the discussion started in the last episode, talking about how ethical non-monogamy differs from practices that are largely considered unethical.

In this episode, I'm joined by Holly and Jess to discuss ethical non-monogamy and polyamory! We discuss different styles of relationships including monogamy, swinging and open relationships, primary partnerships, polyfidelity, polyamory, and relationship anarchy. We also talk a bit about rules, boundaries, and agreements. This discussion will be continued on the next episode.

In this episode, Z and I continue our conversation around BDSM and Kink. We talk a lot about vetting, safety, the intersection of trauma and kink, and community. Z mention's her podcast The Safe Word w./ Mystique and Mr. Everlasting, so here are links to check it out:AppleSpotifyAmazon

In this episode, I'm joined by kink educator Z. We discuss BDSM and Kink, including definitions, types of play, consent, and safe words. This topic will be continued on the next episode.

On this episode, I'm joined by Rob who shares his experience of Living with HIV.

In this re-release of the World AIDS Day Episode, I discuss the history and significance of World AIDS Day with AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw. Development Coordinator, Antonio Britto, also joins me discuss how AALS will be celebrating World AIDS Day with Dining out for Life.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Bryan Kutner, Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. We discuss his research on anal health and pleasure, including topics such as safety, toys, and talking to partners and healthcare providers. Additional resources can be found on the Anal Pleasure and Health website, with specific sources listed below.b-Vibe’s Anal Academy: Comprehensive, celebratory and inclusive workshops, videos, podcasts and answers to FAQs. Very gender inclusive with fun images!How To Clean Your Ass Before Sex: A quick visual guide on rectal douching, as a downloadable PDF in multiple languages. This starts with advice from an anal health medical expert, Jonathan Baker, PA-C, advising on the content.Douching (by the Queer Health Podcast): Hosted by LGBTQ MDs at New York University — best practices, myth-busting, and a transcript on the science!Lube: What Is It, Types, How to Use It: A brief article that summarizes medical recommendations for the use of lubricants during anal sex.The Bottom’s Digest: Butt and gut education about food and bottoming, including recipes and guides.Some of the resources are from companies that are trying to sell products. We’ve decided that their information is accurate, reliable and sex-positive – but we don’t endorse any specific products.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Bryan Kutner, Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. We discuss his research on anal health and pleasure, including topics such as anatomy, stigma, cleanliness, and lubrication. Additional resources can be found on the Anal Pleasure and Health website, with specific sources listed below. b-Vibe’s Anal Academy: Comprehensive, celebratory and inclusive workshops, videos, podcasts and answers to FAQs. Very gender inclusive with fun images!How To Clean Your Ass Before Sex: A quick visual guide on rectal douching, as a downloadable PDF in multiple languages. This starts with advice from an anal health medical expert, Jonathan Baker, PA-C, advising on the content.Douching (by the Queer Health Podcast): Hosted by LGBTQ MDs at New York University — best practices, myth-busting, and a transcript on the science!Lube: What Is It, Types, How to Use It: A brief article that summarizes medical recommendations for the use of lubricants during anal sex.The Bottom’s Digest: Butt and gut education about food and bottoming, including recipes and guides.Some of the resources are from companies that are trying to sell products. We’ve decided that their information is accurate, reliable and sex-positive – but we don’t endorse any specific products.

On this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter. We discuss hormonal birth control options including IUDs, implants, the shot, the patch, the ring, and the pill. We also discuss ease of use and potential side effects for each of these.

In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Carter, Nurse Practitioner and Director of Clinical Services at Shell Health (the on-site clinic at AIDS Alabama South). We discuss several different non-hormonal birth control options, their efficacy, their ease of use, and possible side effects. This includes copper IUDs, barrier methods like condoms, and fertility awareness methods.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Alftan Dyson who is a Clinical Pharmacist, an HIV Specialist, and Head of Strategic Medical Partnerships at ViiV Healthcare. She answers my questions about the history of PrEP leading to the development of long-acting injectables for HIV prevention.

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Community Outreach Specialist, Devin Burton, and Development Coordinator, Dr. Antonio. We discuss conversation to have before having sex for safety, consent, and intimacy.

In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Carter, Shell Health's nurse practitioner and Director of Clinical Services. We discuss Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV and bacterial STI prevention.

In this episode, I'm joined by Kaitlyn Burkett as we discuss PrEP! We will cover different types of PrEP, efficacy, adherence, and some common misconceptions.

On this episode, I'm joined by Tyler who shares his lived experience with HIV.

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw, as we discuss advances in the treatment of HIV. This is part 2/2.

In this episode, I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South's Director of Prevention, Chance Shaw, as we discuss advances in the treatment of HIV. This is part 1/2.

Today I'm joined by AIDS Alabama South Prevention Education and Outreach Coordinator], Kaitlyn Burkett. We're discussing HIV 101 including the difference between HIV and AIDS, how the virus is transmitted, some common myths, and ways to prevent and treat HIV.

Today I'm joined again by Rachel Carter and we discuss viral STIs including how they are transmitted and ways to prevent and treat them.

In this episode, I'm joined by Shell Health Clinical Director and Nurse Practitioner, Rachel Carter as we discuss the basics of bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). We cover:GonorrheaChlamydia Syphilis Bacterial Vaginosis (not technically and STI)Trichomoniasis (not technically bacterial) We discuss the symptoms of each, how they are transmitted, how they are treated, and how they can be prevented.

Tune in for our first episode! We're discussing the history and significance of World AIDS Day, as well as how you can get involved. I'll be joined by AIDS Alabama South Director of Prevention Chance Shaw, and Director of Development Dr. Antonio Brito.

Welcome to PrEP and Play!