Episode Notes Sex Talk Happy Hour Host, Jeenie Yoon, is leaving the Alliance. This is her farewell episode, but stay tuned for more content in the future from our new host, Alex Zeitz-Moskin! Follow Jeenie on Twitter, @JeenieYoon and watch for announcements for a potential new podcast, hosted by her. This Episode: Host Jeenie Yoon Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Robert Lopez is the President and CEO of the Folsom Street East the NYC-based non-profit behind the largest leather, fetish, and kink street festival on the east coast. In this episode, Robert and Jeenie discuss the BDSM, leather, and kink communities to address myths and empower those who belong to those communities. The 2019 Folsom Street East festival is on Sunday June 23rd, and tickets can be purchased at (http://www.folsomstreeteast.com/) The festival can be followed on Twitter/Instagram @FolsomEast and on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/folsomstreeteast/). You can also follow our interviewee, Robert (aka Papa Bear), @Papabearbx on Instagram! This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA) and Robert Lopez (Folsom Street East) Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Every year, the NYC Alliance Against Sexual Assault honors 6 exemplary professionals working to prevent sexual assault or respond and support survivors. This year, the Alliance celebrates our 10 year Anniversary of the annual Lydia Martinez Multidisciplinary Collaboration Award AND we are adding a 7th honoree! On today’s episode, we talked to 4 past winners to see what they have to say about the award, about what has changed in the field since they won, and what’s giving them life these days! Tickets to the event on May 6th are on sale now and you are invited!!! Go to (https://secure.actblue.com/donate/coe10) to find tickets now! This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon, Rama Rao, Bryan Aston, Lily Ann Divino, and Angie Fernandez Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Roll Red Roll is a documentary filled with twists and turns about an infamous sexual assault case that took place in Steubenville, Ohio in 2012. Director Nancy Schwartzman sat down with us to talk about the film, the case, and her process in bringing this story to audiences worldwide. To learn more about the movie and where you can watch it, check out [https://rollredrollfilm.com/]. You can host a screening, watch the film, and find good resources. Follow the film on Instagram and Twitter #RollRedRollDoc This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA) and Nancy Schwartzman Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.

Episode Notes The internet has changed the way we interact with each other, and especially with those who have public personas. This episode features comedy writer Karen Chee and actress ShiNe Nielson where they share their experiences with social media, the internet, and comment trolls. Follow Karen on Twitter and Instagram @KarenCheee Follow ShiNe on Instagram @shidevil and on Twitter @Shi_Devil This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA), Karen Chee, and ShiNe Nielson Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.

Episode Notes Body Positivity has been a buzzword for a couple of years now, and it’s starting to gain some speed. But what does it actually mean? Are we truly being body inclusive and celebrating diverse shapes and sizes, or is “Body Positivity” a glittery version of something else? This month we speak to Ashlie Atkinson and Lisa Tinglum! They share their stories and thoughts on body positivity, the Fat Acceptance movement, life as a plus-sized woman, and sex! Follow Ashlie Atkinson on Twitter @AshlieAtkinson and on Instagram @Ashlie_Atkinson. You can also follow Lisa on Instagram @LisaRose00. We need YOU for “Let’s Talk Sex!” If you are interesting in being featured in the Let's Talk Sex Segment, please email Jeenie at [email protected] This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA), Lisa Tinglum, and Ashlie Atkinson. Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.

Episode Notes UPDATE ON Title IX Public Notice and Comment Period. If you are planning on submitting a comment to the US Department of Education on their latest proposed regulations around Title IX, the due date has been extended to January 30, 2019. For more information about the regulations and how to submit a comment, listen to our last #SexTalkHappyHour episode, titled "A surprise Bonus Episode and a Call to Action" and check out the website [https://www.handsoffix.org/]

Episode Notes In this BONUS episode of Sex Talk Happy Hour, Jeenie speaks with her colleague Nastia (they/them) who answers a bunch of questions about the newest proposed regulations for the Federal Title IX Law. We are asking any interested listeners to consider writing and submitting their own comment about the Proposed Regulations so that the Federal Department of Education knows what the public really thinks and wants. Please submit your comments to the Federal Registry by January 28, 2019! To submit your comment, please visit [http://svfreenyc.org/nycaasa-blog/]. If after listening you still want more information to read over, please feel free to email Nastia directly at [[email protected]]. They have graciously agreed to communicate with anyone who wants more resources! This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA), Nastia Gorodilova (NYCAASA) Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.

Episode Notes The first day of December is known as World AIDS Day, commemorating the lives lost to AIDS-related illnesses and as a reminder to us all that HIV is not gone yet. In this episode, Mikayla Bobrow (the Senior Program Coordinator here) interviews Eddie Tirado of the Safe Horizon Streetwork Project. For more information on the Streetwork Project, visit [https://www.safehorizon.org/streetwork/]. This month's Let's Talk Sex segment features Emily! If you are interested in being featured in the Let's Talk Sex Segment, please email Jeenie at [email protected] This Episode: Co-Host Mikayla Bobrow (NYCAASA), Eddie Tirado (Safe Horizon), and Emily. Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.

Episode Notes Only 24 states in the United States mandate some form of sex education. And even then, it's difficult to tell how many states have comprehensive sex education models. In this episode, we speak to licensed sex educators Lisa and Andy who shed some light onto the topic of what a comprehensive sex education should include and why. This month's Let's Talk Sex segment features Eric! If you are interesting in being featured in the Let's Talk Sex Segment, please email Jeenie at [email protected] This Episode: Co-Host Jeenie Yoon (NYCAASA), Lisa Finn (Babeland), Andy Duran (Good Vibrations) and Eric. Follow the Alliance on Twitter, @NYCAASA or on Instagram, @NYCAlliance and use our hashtag, #SexTalkHappyHour and let us know what you think of this episode and our podcast! This episode was produced and edited by Jeenie Yoon.