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In this special celebratory 100th episode of Open Late, Jessica is joined by her long-time friends Ginger Banks, an adult performer and activist, and Dr. Zhana Vrangalova, an NYU Professor of Sex and Sexuality and renowned sex researcher. Together, they discuss the nature of play parties and the standards organizers should follow, emphasizing the importance of embracing mistakes as a natural part of exploration and growth. The trio shares their own diverse experiences and perspectives, shedding light on how these experiences have shaped their outlook on various subjects. They delve into evolving gender questions and examine the impact of gender on sexual experiences. Consent, safety, and trauma responses are also key topics of discussion, with an emphasis on the significance of obtaining explicit consent and creating a safe environment for all individuals involved. The hosts explore the complexities of trauma and its potential impact on responses within sexual contexts.In this episode of Open Late:Nature of play parties and standards for organizersEmbracing mistakes as a part of personal growthEvolving gender questions and their impact on sexual experiencesSignificance of consent, safety, and trauma responsesTime myopia and the role of transgression in sexual explorationConnect with Ginger:• Instagram: @thegingerbanks Connect with Dr.Zhana:• Instagram:@drzhana• Website:www.drzhana.com• Email: [email protected] • Open Smarter CourseConnect with Jessica:• Instagram: @journey.with.jessica | @openlatethepodcast• Website: openlatepodcast.com • YouTube: Open Late Podcast• What's my relationship style? Take the Open Late Quiz• Join our free chat community, "Open Talks" on WhatsApp• Open Late DictionaryQuotes from the episode:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

