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The Maven's Private Diaries
by Susan Jarvis, The Maven
Through sharing stories, knowledge and personal experiences, The Maven leads the listener on an informative, evocative and sometimes hilarious journey towards embracing sexuality and mortality.
Episodes
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Let's Talk About Sex with Nathalie Mills
Let's Talk About Sex and Consent The very first time I heard Nathalie Mills speak was when I watched SBS Insight in May 2023 (episode 10). Nathalie was one of the guests talking about sex and consent and I was captivated by her energy and attitude towards sex and sexuality. I give my thanks to…
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Amanda Kate is a Divine, Messy, Human and so are you.
A warning about today’s conversation: domestic violence and strong language. Today’s guest is Amanda Kate, a Kinesiologist, Mentor, Mother and more. Author of 'Divine. Messy. Human. A Spiritual Guide to Prioritising Internal Truth over External Influence', Amanda released the book with the...
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A conversation with a male sex worker, Samuel Hunter.
Welcome to the Maven’s Private Diaries. My guest today is Samuel Hunter who I met during the recording of my appearance on SBS Insight talking about Midlife Sexual Awakenings. Samuel was there to discuss his experience as a sex worker. Samuel has had a varied working life. He’s been a mower man…
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Meet Marci Warhaft, The Good Stripper | Resiliency Coach and Body Image Advocate
Welcome to The Maven's Private Diaries, where we chat with extraordinary individuals about sex, death and disability. Today's special guest is Marci Warhaft, author of the memoir, 'The Good Stripper: A Soccer Mom's Memoir of Lies, Loss and Lap Dances’. Marci is also a resiliency coach and body...
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Candice Care-Unger answers: Can you still have sex after acquiring a disability?
Today, we have an inspiring guest, Candice Care-Unger, the founder of Care Rehab. Candice is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities and she is here to share her story and talk about the importance of sexual rehabilitation for people with acquired disabilities. This inspired her to…
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Meet Kate Toon, the sexiest copywriter in the world!
**Warning: You might need a lie down after this episode. From learning how to roller skate to learning how to give a blow job, you will LOVE this chat with Kate Toon! I'm not going to give away too much about this chat other than to say you will be captivated and you will chuckle throughout.…
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The Five Traits of the Deeply Satisfied Woman with coach, Nicole Stewart
Over the last 11 years, Nicole Stewart has coached, supported and led workshops for thousands of women, combining her experience in elite-level equestrian sports and training in spiritual and somatic coaching, facilitation, life and business coaching, feminine eros, professional dance and…
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Silver Sirens Redefining Ageing with Faith Agugu
This podcast episode has a poll and a question for you to answer. We hope that you will give us, and our listeners, some insight. Responses are anonymous but our Maven will gladly share her responses when the poll closes. Have you ever faked an orgasm? What changes are you making in your life as...
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The Big Boobie Bash with Georgia Lashman
The fabulous Georgia Lashman aka Confessions of a G Cup on Instagram is our next guest! Georgia founded a body positivity event called The Big Boobie Bash and has a mission to show women, of all shapes and sizes, that they are indeed beautiful just as they are. Through Georgia's event, I was...
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The Power of Burlesque
I have been an admirer of burlesque for many years and is something that I have wanted to try. I was fortunate to meet Mya Dia Monte at an event and I am delighted that Mya has agreed to chat with me on The Maven's Private Diaries. We covered many topics such as breast cancer awareness, pap…
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After 500 Vulvas, Ellie Sedgwick is comfortable in your skin
I met Ellie Sedgwick at The Big Boobie Bash hosted by Georgia Lashman aka Confessions of a G Cup on Instagram. I was quite taken by Ellie's story of vulval dysmorphia which appears to be have been triggered by an ignorant teenage boy at high school when he slipped her a note asking 'Are you an...
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Retirement can and should be the best time of your life!
I am fortunate to cross paths with many different people and with thanks to Instagram, it provides the opportunity to have a peek at someone else's life. I have been following a lifestyle blogger for a couple of years, Jan Wild, who is a co-founder of Retiring Not Shy. I always admired Jan's…
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Midlife Shaming with Tracy Minnoch (Sexy Ageing)
SHOW LESS Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, is the founder of Sexy Ageing. I asked Tracy to join me in a conversation about midlife shaming because I had never heard of it and was quite shocked to learn that some women are shamed by others for how they choose to manage their menopause journey. Tracy’s goal is…
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Erotica! The Intertwined Love Trilogy with author, Sandra Carmel
By day, Sandra Carmel is an Occupational Therapist who specialises in sex and disability and by night, Sandra pens erotica. I chat with Sandra about why she chooses to write erotica involving characters living with disability. It's not inspo-porn or devotism (people who have a fetish for people...
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Maureen Matthews, Retired Purveyor of Pleasure Products
Maureen Matthews is an amazing woman. At the age of 23, Maureen was diagnosed with an illness that would eventually take her vision. This didn't stop her from becoming one of the first changemakers of the adult industry in Australia when she opened a store that focussed on couples and female...
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Sandy Lowres, founder of Women Beyond 40 magazine for those that dare!
You know the old saying 'if you want something done properly do it yourself'? Well, my next guest, Sandy Lowres, took that to the next level. When Sandy couldn't find a woman's magazine that she actually wanted to read she decided to create one and so Women Beyond 40 was born. "Women Beyond Forty...
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Talking about Menopause: the big dry with Sandy Davies, founder of HappyPause balm
We are always on the lookout for products that will enhance the lives of our customers and we are excited to discover an Australian-designed, vegan product that can help to ease vaginal and vulval dryness – HappyPause balm, made in tropical Far North Queensland! We are delighted that the founder,...
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There's more to our beauty than botox and dermal fillers!
I truly believe that how we feel about ourselves impacts on our sexual confidence and that's why I was very interested in reading Beautiful Unique Faces. I also wanted to understand why women (particularly people in reality TV shows), decide to have their lips and cheeks overdone. I just don't…
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Talking about sex, cancer and chemotherapy - can they co-exist?
Is it possible for cancer, chemotherapy and sex to co-exist? Yes. Yes, it is. Not many people would even consider talking about sex and cancer and sadly it's one of those topics that doesn't receive much coverage. Not many people who were living with cancer and undergoing treatment would consider...
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Time to focus on Male Sexuality - introducing Clinical Sexologist, Dave Wells.
I am pleased to announce our new partnership with Dave Wells, Clinical Sexologist, and The Spicy Boudoir. Dave will be joining The Spicy Boudoir community to share his knowledge and wisdom about all things sexuality, with a focus on male sexuality, which sometimes tends to take a back seat. To...
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Chatting with Bonnie & Joel from the cast of jessica drake's Wicked Guide to Senior Sex
In this episode, I had the privilege to speak with two cast members from jessica drake's Wicked Guide to Senior Sex: Co-created with Joan Price. I ask Bonnie and Joel what their motivation was for being in the film and what they hope people will learn. We touch on many interesting topics in our...
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All about sex education for Seniors!
Too often older persons are depicted in the world as sexless beings, well, that just ain't true! We are all sexual beings until the day we die! Two beautiful minds came together and created something very special, a guide to sex for seniors. This episode is The Maven speaking with Joan Price,...
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Celibacy is my orgasmic friend (and masturbation is good for you!)
In this episode, I’m going to talk about how celibacy…or rather…'abstinence from having orgasms'…helps me to maintain my ability to achieve orgasm. Yes…that’s right. Abstinence strengthens my ability to orgasm as well as influences the intensity. Sounds incredible doesn't? Stick around to the end...
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Susan, The Maven interviews Joan Price, Senior Sexuality Advocate and Author of new book Sex After Grief
How do you navigate the loss of a beloved? How do you know when it's the right time to reconnect with your body? How do you deal with feelings of guilt and being unfaithful if you find intimacy and/or love again? Joan Price has experienced all of this and more when she lost the love of her life,...
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Would you go to a sexuality workshop? I'm about to, for the very first time!
Despite being a person who is very comfortable with their sexuality and talking about sex, I have never been to a workshop to explore and develop my sexual persona and knowledge. That is about to change with my participation in workshops conducted by the good people from Curious Creatures. In…
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Conversations with a Sexologist: sensuality, being your authentic self & how a vibrator can help with your orgasm!
In this episode I am chatting with Richelle Menzies, a Clinical Sexologist based in Hobart, Tasmania. Aside from her private practice, Sensual Potential, Richelle is also the resident sexologist on BENT FM and has been a guest speaker with renown sexologist Isiah McKimmie talking about...
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The Woman's Guide to 'Adult' Online Dating
My tips for women when dating in the 'adult' online dating-sphere. You will hear how I approached writing my profile and I hope you find some valuable lessons in how to write a profile that will attract the right person. Unlike some, I chose to date on an adult site because I could not find…
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BONUS: My wrinkled Dolmio grin
Wrinkles are important and not just to women seeking a youthful appearance. My wrinkles mean something that is unique to my life and to erase them would rub out precious memories. Doesn't mean I don't moisturize though, no one likes dry, itchy skin. What do your wrinkles mean to you? This episode...
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First time here? Have a taste of what's in The Maven's Diary before you jump into bed with me between your ears.
I am not a porn star. I'm a woman who embraces life with kindness, compassion, empathy and lots of bloody good sex. Not looking for fame, just looking to help others lose their fear to try something different in life - except don't do drugs, that shit is bad for you. This trailer will give you an...
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Through sharing stories, knowledge and personal experiences, The Maven leads the listener on an informative, evocative and sometimes hilarious journey towards embracing sexuality and mortality.
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The Maven's Private Diaries has 29 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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The Maven's Private Diaries is created and hosted by Susan Jarvis, The Maven.
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