Practice Outside the Lines
Practice Outside the Lines
Practice Outside the Lines
Welcome to the Practice Outside the Lines podcast with your host, Heather McPherson, a certified sex therapist, consultant and multi-passionate entrepreneur. Learn from the people who are working at the leading edge of sexuality. Listen in on how it all happened as they share all their secrets to mind-blowing success. https://practiceoutsidethelines.com/
Episode 20: Passion, Polyamory, and Podcasts with James Sias
In this episode, we interview James Sias host of the “Practicing Polyamory” Podcast. We chat about how he ended up creating 3 podcasts, as well as his experiential advice to anyone interested in starting a podcast themselves.
Jun 11, 2021
37 min
Episode 19: Podcasting and Professionalism in the Sex Therapy Industry with Nicoletta Heidegger
In this episode, we talk with sex therapist and Sluts and Scholars podcaster Nicoletta Heidegger. MA, MEd, LMFT. An education enthusiast, Nicoletta gives us her experience going through her undergraduate and master's programs in education, psychology, and therapy with an emphasis on sex and sexual health. 
Jun 10, 2021
40 min
Episode 18: A Look Behind the Camera of the Adult Film Industry with Holly Randall
In this episode, we are joined by producer, photographer, and director Holly Randall. With over 20 years of professional experience in the porn industry, Holly tells us about her career, her work towards dismantling the misconceptions of the industry, and some advice for those interested in getting into the field.
May 17, 2021
49 min
Episode 17: Counseling during the Black Lives Matter Movement with Dr. Melody Brown
In this episode, we have the esteemed Dr. Melody Brown, a licensed marriage and family therapist teaching at the University of Colorado Denver, where we discuss the intersections of sexuality and race and her experience working in academia. Along the way, we talk about the many different challenges she and her clients have faced throughout these historic times in the African American community.
May 10, 2021
34 min
Episode 16: “Cheating on Fear” on Love and Sex
In this episode, we are joined by the “Cheating on Fear” podcast hosts, Beatrice and Dante! We get a closer look into their own non-traditional relationship and an in-depth look into the creation of their podcast and pseudonyms.
May 3, 2021
1 hr 8 min
Ep 15 - Redefining Success as a Sex Educator with Midori
In this episode, we continue our interview with sex educator, author, and artist Midori. We learn about the moment she took the leap to become a full-time sex educator. Midori tells us about writing “The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage”, and how the book that was expected to flop turned out to be an international success. Midori spills the honest reality of becoming a sex educator and advises someone interested in taking the plunge.
Apr 27, 2021
43 min
Episode 14: "The Supernova of Kink" - Meet Midori
In this episode we interview sex educator, author, and artist Midori. We get an inside scoop at how her path to becoming a sex “edu-tainer” was driven by creativity, authenticity, and making mistakes. Dubbed by Dan Savage as the “Supernova of Kink”, Midori has created an extensive career. She is known for her artistic installations and performances, being the author of “ The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage”, and her classes on female dominance.
Apr 21, 2021
50 min
Episode 13: Dr. Chris Donaghue
In this episode with the Sexual Health Alliance’s Director of Clinical Education, Dr. Chris Donaghue, we take a deep dive into his influences and what it means to stay on top of an ever-changing field. Dr. Chris Donaghue also provides valuable advice for finding out what it is you want to be doing for a profession.
Apr 13, 2021
45 min
Episode 12: The Sex Scientist, Dr. Zhana
In this episode with Dr. Zhanna, we discuss the many reasons for her decision in pursuing a career in becoming a sex scientist. She also shares what a sex scientist is and what it is to understand humans and their sexuality as a scientist.
Apr 6, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Episode 11: Part 2! Becoming a Sex Researcher with Dr. Justin Lehmiller
In part 2 of this episode, Dr. Justin Lehmiller shares the business side of being a Sex Researcher where we discuss how he started his own podcast, how he decided to write his book “Tell me What You Want” and how he turned his blog into a business. Along the way, we discuss the importance of having multiple streams of income and Justin offers advice for anyone wanting to write about sex or start their own blog.
Mar 30, 2021
34 min
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