Taboo to Truth: Life & Sex After 50

Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Relationship Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex in midlife, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.We'll discuss dating and sex post-divorce, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of rediscovering intimacy. Karen dives deep into the impact of hormonal changes on sexuality, examining how these shifts influence desire, pleasure, and overall sexual health across different ages.The podcast encompasses a wide array of topics, including polyamory, kink, BDSM, and sexual dysfunction, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of modern sexual dynamics.Taboo to Truth is a platform for open, honest conversations about sex, relationships, and everything in between. Join me to embrace your sexuality, empower your journey, and break free from societal taboos.Follow me:Email: kar

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  Episode #196

  When She Wants It More: The Desire Gap Nobody Talks About | Ep. 196

  Aug 21, 20268 minS6

  Everyone pictures the same scene when they think about mismatched desire: he's reaching, she's pulling away. I want you to picture the opposite couple today, the ones where she's the one lying in bed hoping and he's the one already half asleep. That reversal comes with a specific kind of shame nobody names out loud. She starts wondering if she's too much. He starts wondering if something is wrong with his masculinity. Neither one chose that script, and neither one did anything wrong by living inside it. I'm walking through why the old idea that men are simply wired to want more sex doesn't hold up under real research, what's actually driving a lower desire partner's pullback in midlife (stress, exhaustion, hormones, and a wiring difference most couples never learn), and the real reason this dynamic quietly wrecks relationships. Spoiler: it's never the gap itself. It's the silence around it. If you've been in this exact bed, at this exact hour, wondering what's wrong with you or with your partner, this episode gives you the plain, unfiltered picture, and a real way to talk about it. In This Episode: 0:00 – The Assumption We Never Question 0:09 – Welcome to Taboo to Truth 0:29 – Picture This: Who's Really Reaching in Bed? 1:20 – Mismatched Desire Is Normal, Not a Red Flag 1:51 – The Untold Twist: When She Wants It More 2:13 – Debunking the "Men Just Want More" Myth 4:12 – The Shame Loop: Her Side and His Side 6:03 – What's Really Driving the Gap 6:34 – Silence Is the Real Relationship Killer 7:05 – The Reframe: What Do You Actually Need? 7:45 – Closing Thoughts, CTA & Sign-Off To watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube ! About The Host: Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Website: https://www.taboototruth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.com Take control of your pleasure with my Pleasure Playbook, filled with tips to help you connect with your body and enhance intimacy. Download it now at www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook . LINKS, RESOURCES, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS & FREEBIES Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more! Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F

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  Episode #195

  "My First Threesome Went Viral": Ali Imperiale Tells All | Ep. 195 (Part 1)

  Aug 18, 202637 minS6

  Open relationships get a bad reputation. People hear "ethical non-monogamy" and assume it's a free pass to cheat, or a fantasy dressed up with a fancier name. I sat down with Ali Imperiale, who documents her open relationship and sex-positive travels for her audience, and she walked me through what actually happens when two people agree to rewrite the rules together. We get into the real version of ethical non-monogamy: the renegotiating, the boundary that got crossed, the sex therapist she called in, and the moment she developed feelings for someone outside her primary relationship and had to figure out what that meant. Ali is candid about the difference between a fantasy threesome and an actual one, including her first experience and the surprise threesome she planned for her partner's birthday.. This conversation strips the shame off every part of it: the labels, the logistics, the awkward moments. If you have ever been curious about non-monogamy, polyamory, or what a threesome actually looks like, this episode gives you the plain, unfiltered picture. Part two is coming, so stay close. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties during recording, the audio and video quality in this episode may vary from our usual standard. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the conversation nonetheless. In This Episode: 0:00 – Open Relationships Aren't a Free Pass to Cheat 0:30 – Meet Ali Imperiale: Sex-Positive Storyteller 1:11 – Talking About Sex Without Being Explicit 5:04 – From Monogamous to Ethically Non-Monogamous: Ali's Story 7:22 – Meeting Gab and Opening Up Together 10:15 – Values Over Rules: Renegotiating as a Couple 13:19 – Lessons Learned: Communication and Sex Therapy 17:36 – When Feelings Get Complicated 19:44 – Polyamory, Labels, and Loving More Than One Person 22:44 – The Nitty Gritty: Her First Threesome, a Viral Hawaii Story 28:58 – Gab's First Threesome: A COVID Birthday Surprise 30:35 – Setting Boundaries and Performance Anxiety 34:11 – Why Aftercare Matters 36:43 – Wrap-Up: Part Two Is Coming To watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube ! About The Guest: Ali is a content creator, sex education student, and host of a YouTube channel exploring sex, relationships, pleasure, intimacy, and alternative lifestyles. Through candid conversations, travel experiences, and educational content, she helps normalize discussions around sexuality while encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and self-discovery. Her work focuses on reducing shame, challenging assumptions, and creating space for nuanced conversations about pleasure, relationships, and the many ways people choose to live and love. Connect with Ali Imperiale: Website : https://aliimperiale.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliimperiale YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aliimperiale About The Host: Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Website: https://www.taboototruth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.com

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  Episode #194

  Is Male Menopause Real? The Truth About Testosterone After 40

  Aug 14, 202620 minS6

  If you're exhausted, your gut is expanding, your motivation is gone, and your sex drive has quietly disappeared, someone has probably told you it's male menopause. In this episode of Taboo To Truth, I explain why the term Male Menopause isn't medically accurate, how men's hormonal aging differs from women's, what low testosterone actually feels like versus what just looks like it, and when a symptom deserves a doctor instead of a supplement. I get into the research on testosterone replacement therapy, the difference between libido and erectile function, the tools I recommend for supporting sexual function, and what happens in a relationship when desire changes and nobody talks about it. Your sexuality isn't controlled by one number on a blood test, and getting older doesn't mean the end of desire, pleasure, or satisfying sex. In This Episode: 00:00 Intro 00:13 Welcome to Taboo to Truth 00:35 What We're Covering Today 01:41 Does Male Menopause Actually Exist? 03:22 Male vs. Female Hormonal Aging 04:30 What Low Testosterone Actually Feels Like 05:42 Other Causes That Mimic "Male Menopause" 06:46 Testosterone, Desire & the 2017 Trials 08:24 Libido vs. Erections: Two Different Systems 09:51 Tools That Support Sexual Function 11:27 How This Affects Your Relationship 12:37 When to See a Doctor 13:44 How Low T Is Actually Diagnosed 15:06 TRT: Benefits & Risks 16:49 What Else You Can Do 18:17 So... Does Male Menopause Exist? 19:05 Final Thoughts & Where to Learn More To watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube ! Products mentioned: FirmTech Tech Ring – tracks nocturnal/spontaneous erections overnight to give you data on erectile function (not a diagnostic tool, but useful info to bring to a doctor). https://myfirmtech.com/ Dr. Joel Kaplan's Pump – a vacuum erection device (penis pump), affiliate link mentioned. https://drjoelkaplan.com/affiliate/affiliates/ Bathmate's Pump – a water-based penis pump, affiliate link mentioned. Use code TABOO15 for 15% off at https://bathmatedirect.com/ MysteryVibe Tenuto 2 – a wearable vibrator that provides stimulation for both partners during sex, especially helpful when erections need more direct stimulation. Use code TABOO10 for 10% off at https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF Uberlube – a lubricant recommended for comfort during sex. https://uberlube.com/ If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser About The Host: Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Website: https://www.taboototruth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.com Take control of your pleasure with my Pleasure Playbook, filled with tips to help you connect with your body and enhance intimacy. Download it now at www.taboototruth.com/pleasureplaybook . Research/ Sources * [American Urological Association: Testosterone Deficiency Guideline]( https://www.auanet.org/guidelines-and-quality/guidelines/testosterone-deficiency-guideline ) * [Endocrine Society: Testosterone Therapy for Hypogonadism]( https://www.endocrine.org/clinical-practice-guidelines/testosterone-therapy ) * [Mayo Clinic: Male Menopause—Myth or Reality?]( https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/mens-health/in-depth/male-menopause/art-20048056 ) * [National Institute on Aging: Testosterone Trials—Mixed Results]( https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/nih-supported-trials-testosterone-therapy-older-men-report-mixed-results ) * [FDA: 2025 Testosterone Labeling Changes]( https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-alerts-and-statements/fda-issues-class-wide-labeling-changes-testosterone-products ) * [New England Journal of Medicine: Cardiovascular Safety of Testosterone Therapy]( https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2215025 ) * [National Institute on Aging: Sexualipjurnd Intimacy in Older Adults]( https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/sexuality/sexuality-and-intimacy-older-adults )

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  Episode #192

  Inside a 5-Year Open Relationship: What Nobody Tells You About Polyamory | Ep. 192 (Part 2)

  Aug 11, 202620 minS6

  In part two of my conversation with Susan Bratton and Karl Eberhardt, we go even deeper into what actually holds a non-monogamous relationship together. We talk about why communication can make or break an open relationship, what Karl learned about himself after six years of practicing polyamory, and the concept they call "Team Sweetie" — showing up for each other through illness, grief, and everything in between. Susan shares her free "Alchemy of Intimacy" guide for couples considering this kind of relationship, and we get into the practical side of staying safe: their fluid-bonded screening process, the STI most people have never heard of, and why standard insurance testing doesn't catch everything. We close with what it really means to love your partners through their mistakes. In This Episode: 0:00 – Welcome Back: Picking Up Where We Left Off 0:24 – Intro: Redefining Life & Sex After 50 0:46 – Why Good Communication Makes (or Breaks) an Open Relationship 3:35 – Six Years In: What Polyamory Taught Karl About Himself 4:59 – "Team Sweetie": Showing Up for Each Other Through Crisis 7:15 – Susan's Advice: The Alchemy of Intimacy & 10 Rules for Success 8:45 – Karl's Advice: Build the Framework Before You Open Up 10:23 – The Screening Document: Where New Partners Start 11:07 – Inside the STI Testing Protocol: Mycoplasma, Incubation Periods & Protex Health 14:00 – Nobody's Perfect: Loving Your Partners Through Mistakes 15:08 – The Testing Gap: Why Insurance Won't Screen for Herpes 17:09 – Final Takeaways To watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube ! Testing before getting physical is non-negotiable for me — ProDx Health makes it easy. First PASS-certified at-home STI kit, herpes testing included. 15% off: http://prodxhealth.com/discount/taboo Want more real talk on sex, dating, and relationships after 50 delivered straight to your inbox? Join my newsletter: https://www.taboototruth.com/subscribe About the Guests: Susan is a champion and advocate for all those who desire ageless intimacy. She is a best-selling author and publisher of 44 books and programs including S*xual Soulmates, Relationship Magic, Revive Her Drive, Ravish Him and many more. She’s the official company spokesperson for GAINSWave® and The Dr. Joel Kaplan Company. She serves as Chief Advocacy Officer of ProDxHealth.org STI testing. Susan has been a featured guest on over 1,000 podcasts and TV shows, including Diary of a CEO, You Are Not Broken, S*x with Emily, The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey, Good Moms Bad Choices, Heal Thyself, IDIOT with Laura Clery, The Infamous “Clit Camp” Music Video, LuvBites with Dr. Tara, and The Chalene Show. Her books and interviews have helped millions take control of their s*xual joy. Her message resonates across gender and age because it’s rooted in agency, body literacy, and connection. Connect with Susan Bratton: Website: https://susanbratton.com https://tenintimacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanbratton Karl Eberhardt is a nationally recognized New Car Owner Trainer on correct care of modern car paint finishes. Karl has a life long passion for design and is the brewer of beer//Cicerone CBS, and custom jewelry. He has built surfboards for 25+ years. Connect with Karl Ebhardt: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karleberhardt_ About The Host: Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Website: https://www.taboototruth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.com LINKS, RESOURCES, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS & FREEBIES Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more! Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F

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  Episode #193

  The Exact Words to Use When You Want More Sex | Ep. 193

  Aug 7, 20267 minS6

  I'm tackling one of the most avoided conversations in long-term relationships: how to actually bring up sex with your partner. In this episode, I break down why this conversation feels so impossible — the shame, the missing communication skills, the fear of rejection — and I hand you exact scripts to use instead of the accusatory lines that shut your partner down before you even start. I walk through how to open "the conversation about the conversation," deeper questions to ask once you're talking, and what to do if you get shut down. Couples with better sex lives have better, longer-lasting relationships, and this episode gives you the words to get there. The antidote to a boring sex life isn't trying harder, it's trying something new together — Take the quiz at arya.fyi and use code: TRUTH15 for 15% off their guided intimacy subscription at https://arya.fyi/start?rfsn=8333683.c9f861 In This Episode: 0:00 – The Words to Use 0:14 – Welcome to Taboo to Truth 0:40 – The Slow Fade: When You Stop Noticing Each Other 1:15 – Reframing It: This Isn't Really About Sex 1:45 – Why the Conversation Is So Hard 2:20 – The Lines That Put Your Partner on the Defensive 2:55 – Language Shifts: What to Say Instead 3:45 – The 3 Rules: Curiosity, "I" Statements, Tone 4:15 – Subscribe + Grab the Pleasure Playbook 4:35 – Starting "The Conversation About the Conversation" 5:30 – Going Deeper: Questions to Reconnect 6:05 – If You Get Shut Down (And When to Get Help) 6:25 – Final Thought: Better Sex, Better Relationships To watch the video version of this episode, head over to YouTube ! About The Host: Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider. Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here: Email: karen@taboototruth.com Website: https://www.taboototruth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcast Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.com LINKS, RESOURCES, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS & FREEBIES Head to Mystery Vibe for award-winning devices that deliver precise vibrations to support erectile function and more! Link: https://tidd.ly/4mePTpF If you want her to want you more — start by understanding her body better. Free resources → https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources Hotter, Wilder, Wiser | You’ve mastered everything else in life — now master pleasure! https://www.taboototruth.com/hotter-wilder-wiser Ready to spice things up? This Yes/No/Maybe list is your permission slip for pleasure. https://www.taboototruth.com/free-resources-1/yes%2Fno%2Fmaybe%3F

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