• Rosé + Thorns: A Fresh Take on Life & Relationships
    Aug 14 2025

    The Rosé + Thorns podcast is BACK with a brand new look, feel, and flair! On this episode, Dr. P. Ryan reconnects with the listening audience and introduces his new cohost, Dr. Shun. The two then discuss their hopes and apprehensions for the show.

    You’re welcome. 💛

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    You can check in and keep up with Dr. Shun on Instagram.

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    17 mins
  • Rosé + Thorns Szn III Teaser: Hurt Boy Blues (feat. @thedrvince)
    May 31 2023

    Season III of Rosé + Thorns is HERE and we’re coming out the gate swinging! It was such a treat having clinical psychologist (and all-around wonderful human), Dr. Vince, bless the show with his wisdom. In this teaser, listeners will get a glimpse into the field of mental health, as well as a taste of reactions to this season’s theme, “Men Are Sick.”

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    Want to connect with Dr. Vince? Give him a holler on Instagram and via his website.

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    29 mins
  • Men Are Sick: Rosé + Thorns SZN III
    Apr 1 2023

    Baby, the title is the description. Are you ready for season three?

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    2 mins
  • Pleasure Evangelism (feat. @shadeenfrancis)
    Feb 14 2023

    Chapter two has come to an end!

    On the season finale of Rosé + Thorns, P. Ryan sits with s3x + relationship therapist, Shadeen Francis. The two explore facets of pleasure, challenge the notion of earning enjoyment, and explore the utility of emotions. Are you ready to tap into your feelings? xx

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    47 mins
  • Interview with a Kinky Black Vampire (feat. @HonestlyNae)
    Jan 8 2023

    Bondage and electro-play and vampires, oh my! Season two of Rosé + Thorns is winding down, but not without P. Ryan picking the amazing mind of Shanae Adams (also known as Syre). On this episode, Nae gives listeners foundational education on kink-related terms, shibari practice, and tantric exploration. Nae and P. Ryan then explore how one may safely navigate kink spaces and desires.

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    1 hr
  • Patriarchy Is Fine When You Want a MF to Pay Your Rent (feat. @insatiablelion)
    Nov 28 2022

    Thanksgiving may have passed, but I’m thankful for guests, like Chris Stahling, who are brave enough to share their thoughts and experiences related to masculinity, queerness, desirability, and dating. We took a deep dive into his work around collecting, preserving, and disseminating Black queer narratives. We then explored his personal experiences with feeling and being desired.

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    You can connect with Chris on Instagram.

    You can check out Chris’ In The Life Project via Everybody Needs a Witness.

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    59 mins
  • Interview with a Doula (feat. @jazzminboyd_)
    Oct 25 2022

    It may be spooky season, but ain't no vampires on this episode of Rosé + Thorns. All treats and no tricks, P. Ryan talks to Jazzmin Boyd about her experiences and expertise as a doula, her knowledge of PrEP and HIV prevention, and her pleasure navigations as a fat Black woman.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Cocaine? The Girls Are USING It (feat. @sexredefined)
    Sep 23 2022

    How can we have a season about sex and pleasure without mentioning drug use, harm reduction, and advocacy? This episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast takes listeners to 2021 when P. Ryan sat with sex educator Janielle Bryan and explored her sexuality and public health work. The two then allowed space for the unpacking of their own sexual experiences. Enjoy!

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    You can connect with Janielle on Instagram.

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    1 hr and 11 mins