Life Turned On: Stories of Sexual Self-Discovery in Midlife & Beyond
Life Turned On: Stories of Sexual Self Discovery in Midlife and Beyond is a podcast that challenges societal norms and celebrates the power of sexual exploration later in life. Join us as we dive into the lives of women aged 35 and better, who have experienced a profound awakening and newfound liberation in their sexuality. Through intimate interviews, literature reviews, expert advice, sex education and insightful discussions, we unravel the myth that sexual vitality fades with age. Rediscover the joys of self-discovery, body acceptance, and authentic intimacy on Life Turned On.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 77
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
S4:E11: Shedding the "Good Wife Act" with Jen Kushner
From ‘good wife’ to fully alive. Jen Kushner spent years trapped in people-pleasing, infertility struggles, and the pressure to play the perfect wife — leaving her feeling basic and boring. Nearing f…
S4:10: Shedding the Belief That Sex Is Only for Him
In this Shed episode, Shauna reveals her journey of breaking free from the cultural script that sex exists only for men’s pleasure. She shares how those beliefs shaped her marriage and well-being—and…
S4:E9 - Shedding the Fear of Sharing, A Sequel with Vanessa Leja
In this sequel episode, Vanessa Leja, a resilient voice and advocate who has been thriving while living with HIV for more than a decade, opens up about her courageous decision to publicly share her H…
E4S8: Shedding the Home & People We Love with Aasha T
From trauma to divine union — in this episode, Aasha T., founder of Beyond EQ International, reveals how she transformed her own pain into a path of power. A leader in embodied feminine leadership an…
S4E7: Shedding Scarcity with CJ
What can cuddling with strangers teach you about desire?
After divorce, CJ—a sexual empowerment coach and non-monogamy mentor—embarked on a journey of radical self-discovery. It started with platonic …
S4E6: Shedding Bad Marriage Advice with Monica Tanner
Shauna sits down with Monica Tanner—relationship coach, host of The Secrets of Happily Ever After podcast, and author of Bad Marriage Advice. Monica opens up about growing up in a sexually open home…
S4:E5 - Shedding a Beautiful Dream with Shauna Stewart
In this soul-baring episode, Shauna shares why she's closing her beloved lingerie boutique to go deeper with coaching, retreats, and courses. Inspired by the theme SHED, she explores what it means to…
BONUS! Let's Chat About the SHED Retreat
This season, you're invited to take the conversations of shedding out of your earbuds and into your body at the SHED Retreat. If you're wondering if this is the right place for you, tune into this ep…
S4E4: Shedding the Double Life with Tiffany Nickel
(CW: Rape.) What if everything you were taught to hide about your body, your desires, and your identity was actually the key to your freedom?
In this episode, body- and sex-positive artist and kink ed…
S4:E3 - Shedding HIV Stigma with Vanessa Leja
In this episode, we speak with Vanessa, a ten-year HIV thriver who has transformed her diagnosis into a journey of power, advocacy, and deep self-trust.
Vanessa’s story invites us to release old scri…
S4E2: Shedding the Myth of Automatic Safety in LTRs
In this episode, therapist Kayla Moore unpacks what ‘safer sex’ really means—emotionally and physically. Through personal stories and expert insight, we explore how consent, safety, and pleasure inte…
S4:E1 - Introducing SHED: Stripping the Scripts Keeping Us From Pleasure
What happens when we stop performing and start peeling back the layers?
When we let go of the stories that never truly belonged to us?
Welcome to Season Four of Life Turned On—a season dedicated to she…
S3:E20 - On Season Three's Journey: Final Thoughts with Shauna
Join us for the season finale of Life Turned On as we dive into the transformative themes of sex, money, and power. Reflecting on the season's discussions, we'll unpack the powerful need for safety i…
S3:E19 - On Finding Pleasure After Trauma with Faith Hartzell, Mistress Diana, and Erin Saylor
In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of finding pleasure after trauma with three unique guests: Faith Hartzell, Mistress Diana d'Arc, and Erin Saylor. We explore various perspectives within…
S3:E18 - On Conscious Uncoupling: Insights from Michele Heffron
In this episode, we discuss the topic of conscious uncoupling with guest Michele Heffron, a certified life relationship and divorce coach. Michele shares her journey, the concept of conscious uncoupl…
S3:E17 - On Transforming from a Sexless Marriage to Self-Discovery with Susan Morgan Taylor
In this episode, we connect with Susan Morgan Taylor, a renowned somatic sex therapist, to delve into the profound topics of sex, money, and power. Susan shares her transformative journey from a sexl…
S3:E16 - On Reclaiming Power and Pleasure with Marta the Medium
In this episode, Marta, a psychic medium, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming a challenging upbringing marked by addiction, emotional abuse, and body shaming. Through her story, we explore how…
S3:E15 - On Exploring Power and Play with Professional Dominatrix, Lady Dane
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of BDSM with Lady Dane, a professional dominatrix based in Denver. Lady Dane shares her journey into becoming a pro dom, discussing the nuances of her wor…
S3:E14 - On Sex Magic with Lona Garner
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of sex magic with the amazing Lona Garner, our returning guest. Join us as we explore what sex magic is, its connections with Tantra, and its powe…
S3:E13 - On Health, Beauty, and the Power of Aging with Grace Grimes Chapman
In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of beauty, aging, sexuality, and power in a society obsessed with youth and appearance. Our special guest, Grace Grimes Chapman, founder of Inclusi…