No guest this month on Gaps in Carnal Knowledge, but Nat thinks it's about time to actually ask the question... what IS sex ed? Not gonna lie, she rambles a lot in this one. We hope it comes across. Don't give her any more caffeine.

Also, she has some amazing news! Tune in to find out more!

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Nat Higgins, M.Ed. and Aaron Flores, RDN delve into the complexities of sex education, body image, and masculinity. They discuss the often-overlooked struggles men face with eating disorders and the importance of vulnerability in male conversations. The dialogue highlights the need for safe spaces where men can openly discuss their experiences and challenges, as well as the impact of media representations on societal norms surrounding masculinity.

Aaron Flores is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a private practice in Calabasas, CA. He uses Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size® and other weight-inclusive approaches in his work to help individuals learn how to make peace with food and their bodies. He is a Certified Body Trust® provider, the host of the Men Unscripted podcast, and the co-host of the podcast Dietitians Unplugged.

During the episode, we talk about a few creators, podcast, and books that we could not remember off the top of our heads (or we did mention outright). Here they are: Maintenance Phase Podcast, Reclaiming Body Trust, Your Korean Dad, Steve From Blues Clues, Pop Pop Buce Johnson, The Creative Act: A Way of Being, & Manhood: A Bare Reality.

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For this episode, Nat is joined by Reverend Evan Amo to talk about the intersections of faith, sexuality, shame, and repairing damage caused by harmful rhetoric in the name of the church. From the topic of Original Sin and the different pressures places on spirit and body, to the alienating and shame driven aspects of sexuality within the typical conservative Christian teachings, Evan brings both personal and pastoral insight to the table, and together we explore how those religious frameworks have shaped (and often distorted) our understanding of sexuality.

Rev. Evan Amo is the founding pastor of Waypoint Spiritual Community and the musician behind Bruised Reeds, a soul-searching music project that blends lament with liberation. BE sure to follow Waypoint Spiritual on Instagram to see their community work!

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