Best Demisexual Podcasts (2025)

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Am I Autistic, Kinky, or Demisexual? 38:00

9h ago38:00

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Are you ready to talk about demisexuality? We’re helping listeners explore whether or not they may be autistic, demisexual and/or kinky! We debunk the “pillar” of a romantic relationship, talk about the impacts of autistic masking on desire and connection, and explore other ways to connect intimately with people to get your needs met. If you’ve bee…

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Does "historical romance" need a new name? With Katherine Grant 58:12

37m ago58:12

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This week my guest is Katherine Grant, indie romance author and the host of the Historical Romance Sampler podcast. We talked about the conclusion of her historical romance series The Prestons and how her characters live by their progressive principles in Regency Era England. On a craft level, Katherine shares how she interrogates thorny issues of …

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Ep 367: Aromanticism and Asexuality at Work 55:21

1h ago55:21

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Hey what's up hello! This week we talk about what it's like being aromantic or asexual at work. We discuss whether being aspec puts you at a disadvantage when trying to bond with coworkers and the pros and cons of coming out at work. Article on benevolent intentions toward coworkers: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-05963-w Donate: patreo…

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Autistic Medical Challenges with Olivia Belknap 36:31

5h ago36:31

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Join Sabrina, Kade, and our guest Olivia Belknap, AMFT, as we discuss autistic medical challenges, medical self-advocacy, and more! Many of us are more sensitive to meds, need support conveying what we mean to providers, struggle with providers who think we’re malingering or exaggerating our experiences, and could use extra tips in navigating compl…

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Ep 366: Writing Aspecs 56:41

7d ago56:41

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Hey what's up hello! This week we look at harrowing posts from r/menwritingwomen and talk about what it takes for straight people to successfully write queer characters and for allos to successfully write aspec characters. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/writing-aspecs Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod J…

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Surviving Holiday Family Dynamics 39:00

15d ago39:00

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In the 7th episode of the Aces Up Your Sleeve podcast, we discuss the complexities of Family Meal Time, especially for folks with dietary restrictions and sensory needs. We’re highlighting the importance of self-advocacy, communication, and setting boundaries to navigate family dynamics during the holidays. The conversation also touches on coping s…

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A marriage of convenience for health insurance & housing, with Marisa Kanter 54:14

17d ago54:14

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This week my guest is Marisa Kanter, author of the adult rom-com FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS, as well as several YA romance novels. We talked about writing the ultimate contemporary marriage-of-convenience about best friends who get married for health insurance and housing. We had a good venting session about ableism and misogyny in romance reviews, and …

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Ep 365: Sex in Horror Movies (feat. Stepdean) 54:58

14d ago54:58

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Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about spooky horror movies. Why do the characters who have sex always get killed? And what does it mean? Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/sex-in-horror-movies-feat-stepdean Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.com…

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LIB 136 - Makers Series - LNGU 38:06

16d ago38:06

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As a part of our Makers Series celebrating those in the ABDL community who step up to make something for all of us to enjoy, Lola and RY talk to Daisy from LNGU (LNGU-ABDL.com), a French diaper company that has been growing by leaps and bounds.Daisy talks about how LNGU got started, how a girls' sleepover night turned into an idea for a new kind of…

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The One With a Witch 11:11

12d ago11:11

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Autistic Dating with Jamie Roberts 44:24

23d ago44:24

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You may know her as the neurodivergent teen expert, but today we’re joined by Jamie Roberts, LMFT, talking about all things dating! We cover how to pick a dating app and how to deal with the exhaustion that comes with engaging on the apps, giving some tried and true tips & tricks. We also discuss how to date when you have limited time (with a focus…

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Ep 364: Are Single Folks Punished Financially? 56:07

21d ago56:07

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Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about ~money~, and the evergreen question: are aspecs, single folks, and those in non-normative relationships punished financially in our society for their way of life? Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/are-single-folks-punished-financially Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @s…

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Competing Sensory Needs 37:18

30d ago37:18

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Our fifth episode is all about navigating Competing Sensory Needs! Neurodivergent sensory needs are real and valid - so how do we support each other when ours all differ? We’ll be sharing about the importance of compromise, strategic communication, and understanding sensory needs. We go further than just different sensory needs and talk about varie…

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Rachel Runya Katz on the rom-traum-com 1:04:11

4d ago1:04:11

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My guest this week is Rachel Runya Katz, the author of Thank You For Sharing, Whenever You're Ready and the brand new instant USA Today Best Seller Isn't It Obvious? We talked about writing rom-traum-coms, balancing serious subjects with swoony romance, bipolar representation and our love of Michael Hobbes podcasts. Plus, should we be concerned abo…

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Ep 363: Reddit Rabbit Hole (AITA) pt. 20 56:54

1M ago56:54

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Hey what's up hello! We're back on Reddit, and you can't stop us. Content warning: graphic descriptions of poop and unhygienic behavior (we’re so sorry) Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/reddit-rabbit-hole-aita-pt-20 Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.com B…

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Bullies & Social Burnout 35:24

1M ago35:24

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We cover what autistic teens and kids can do to respond to bullying, how we handle insults, what you can do as a therapist or parent/guardian, and more! Autistic folks often get bullied and it’s hard to know how to fight back- but we need to know we’re not alone. We talk about the power of community and how to cope. On Patreon’s Upping the Ante bon…

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Ep 362: Listener Lore pt. 6 54:33

1M ago54:33

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Hey what's up hello! More listener lore m'lord? This week we've got large game, horrifying gifts from crushes, pepper spray, annoying dudebros, and more! Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/listener-lore-pt-6 Submit Your Lore: https://forms.gle/rYVDYf4em9dexwvd7 Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https:…

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LIB 135 - Demisexuality + ABDL 1:04:51

1M ago1:04:51

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Really excited to be back with a new episode, and one featuring the fabulous Teddy as co-host! Teddy has been world-traveling and experiencing all kinds of new places, experiences, and Love, and so glad to have him bring all of that back to us so we can learn from him.This week, Teddy and RY have a spiritual-successor to our "Awesome Aces" ep (#46)…

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Am I Asexual or Autistic? 27:53

1M ago27:53

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It’s time for our third episode: Am I Asexual or Autistic? We’re answering some questions about how to know if you’re “asexual or just autistic” - and the answers might surprise you! We give tips on how to explore your sexuality and we normalize different ways to be sexual and engage with others. (Check out our next post here on Patreon to hear mor…

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Ep 361: Tops, Bottoms, and Queer Heteronormativity 58:19

1M ago58:19

58:19

Happy Ace Week! This week’s ep could not be less about that. It IS, however, about heteronormativity in how we talk about queer sex, and also a Twitter fight Sarah got in. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/tops-bottoms-and-queer-heteronormativity Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W…

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Coping with Seasonal Transitions 31:35

2M ago31:35

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Oops! I did a mistake and uploaded the Upping the Ante bonus content instead of the regular episode this week, we're all fixed now but if you think you listened to this episode it's time to listen again! Welcome to our second episode: Coping with Seasonal Transitions! We’re answering how we get through Fall, what we’re looking forward to, and how t…

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Julian Winters on queer self-discovery and demisexual representation 57:18

2M ago57:18

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My guest this week is Julian Winters, the author of adult rom-coms I THINK THEY LOVE YOU and LAST FIRST KISS, as well as many books for teens and children. We talked about his passion for writing inclusive love stories that make people feel seen and celebrated. Julian walked me through how he approached demisexuality and pansexuality on the page of…

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Ep 360: True Love's Kiss and the Science of Kissing 57:18

1M ago57:18

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Hey what's up hello! This week we discuss the mythos of "true love's first kiss," why it's a lazy plot device, and why humans like kissing so dang much in the first place. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/true-loves-kiss-and-the-science-of-kissing Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg…

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Alexandria Bellefleur won't stop writing queer romance 51:32

2M ago51:32

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This week my guest is Alexandria Bellefleur, the author of many queer romances including Written In The Stars, The Fiancée Farce, and Truly Madly Deeply! We talked about her groundbreaking career and what it was like to publish one of the earliest breakout sapphic rom-coms in the trad space during this era of romance. We also discussed bi4bi romanc…

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Ep 357: Aspec Smut Writers 51:27

2M ago51:27

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Hey what's up hello! This week we explore why acespecs are so good at writing smut and why arospecs are so good at writing romance. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/aspec-smut-writers Pre-Order Dear Luke, Love, Me: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/dear-luke-love-me/umc.cmc.6qer6q311z5e60jz3s8drkyvm?l=pt Donate: patreon.com/soundsf…

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Ep 356: Hot Takes 48:35

2M ago48:35

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Hey what's up hello! Today we're sharing our hot takes and yours! Feel the burn of the hottest takes about evolution, lesbianism, historical friendships, and more. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/hot-takes-2 Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.com Buy our …

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Cozy witchy romance with Celestine Martin 1:00:18

3M ago1:00:18

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It is spooky witchy season, and this week's guest is Celestine Martin! She is the author of the Elemental Love series, including Witchful Thinking, Kiss and Spell, and Deja Brew. We talked about finding inspiration in the history and liminal magic of the Jersey Shore, and giving black women the paranormal fairytale romances they deserve. Plus why c…

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Ep 355: People in Relationships are Treated Better 51:21

3M ago51:21

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Hey what's up hello! This week we talk about how people who are in relationships are treated differently than single people. It's like couple privledge but for the individual. We hate it! Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/people-in-relationships-are-treated-better Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: ht…

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Teaser 2 1:16

3M ago1:16

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Get ready, new episodes coming soon! And remember, we want to hear from YOU! Go to neurokink.org/ayus to share your story or ask us a question which we might answer on the air! To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys Find more content on Patreon (18+): www.patreon.com/AcesUpYourSleevePodcast Sabrina at www.radicalingingisht…

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Ep 354: Reddit Rabbit Hole (AITA) pt. 18 51:45

3M ago51:45

51:45

Hey what's up hello! This week we are back on our Reddit Rabbithole BS. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/reddit-rabbit-hole-aita-pt-18 Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.com Buy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book Buy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book…

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Ep 353: AI Relationships 51:20

3M ago51:20

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Hey what's up hello! This week we discuss people having AI partners. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/ai-relationships Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.com Buy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/bookBy Sounds Fake But Okay

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The One That's Invisible 13:51

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Eva Leigh on female rage, witches and pirates 1:00:09

4M ago1:00:09

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This week my guest is Eva Leigh, the author of My Fake Rake, Scandal Takes the Stage, Forever Your Earl, and many more historical romances. Her new romantasy The Sea Witch publishes this August with Canary Street Press. Eva writes fantastically bold heroines who find freedom and power despite the patriarchy. We talked about sustaining a career in t…