CRUDE #47

Effie in London is joined by Misty and special guest Beate in Berlin for a lively conversation about the often-forgotten arts of cuddling, heavy petting, and the playful intimacy many of us first explored before diving into more adventurous experiences.

Beate shares insights into her unique workshops—including her famous "Turning Men into Furniture" dinner parties—which span the full spectrum of intimacy and sexuality, from creating meaningful Quality Time to exploring the world of BDSM.

The CRUDIES also delve into the topics of asexuality and celibacy, discussing how they challenge common assumptions about sex and relationships, and how these themes are explored in Beate's book, Not Giving a F**k.

*Beate*

Beate Absalon is the author of "Not giving a F**k". A book that lovingly investigates the pitfalls of sexpositivity and the erotics of failure and imperfection. She is a sex and couples therapist and has been hosting workshops as 'luhmen d'arc' for over a decade now - encouraging participants to enjoy sex as play rather than drama.

Website: https://www.luhmendarc.com/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/beateabsalon

*What we were consuming*

[Book] Beate Absalon Not Giving a F**k (German language, 2004)

[Event] Turning Men into Furniture

[Wiki] Mobius Strip

[Community] The Bimbo Factory