Sex, Drugs, & Soul
Welcome to Sex, Drugs, & Soul—where the sacred gets spicy, the healing gets real, and the self-discovery comes with a side of mischief. I’m Kristin Birdwell—author, mystic, tantrika, story doula, and professional line-blurrer between the profane and the profound.
For years, I thought I had to choose between my wild, rebellious nature and my deep spiritual calling. Turns out, the magic happens when we embrace and integrate the two. This podcast is where we break the rules, shed the shame, and get intimate with our truth—whether that’s through soul-stirring conversations, sensual exploration, or the occasional existential crisis (served with a wink and a cocktail).
I bring you raw stories, deep wisdom, and unfiltered conversations with fellow seekers, healers, and pleasure revolutionaries. We’re talking spirituality, sexuality, self-expression, and all the beautifully messy things that make us human.
So, if you’re ready to rewrite the story, drop the ‘shoulds,’ and live a life that turns you on—welcome. Let’s get wild, raw, and soulfully reclaimed.
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Sex, Drugs, & Soul
44. Sacred Sex Ed with Author, Intimacy Mentor, & Muse Leola
Leola is the author of Sacred Sex Ed, which launches TODAY. Buy it here.
I initially discovered Leola at an Austin Tantra Festival, and I was so drawn to her energy. She later popped up on a women’s group chat, which led me to her pleasure priestess training. I love how Leola shows up and what she offers in the world. On one of her recent podcast episodes, she posed a potent question… How can I be evidence of what’s possible?
Listen and discover what is possible for yourself!
Some of my favorite quotes...
- "Everyone's expression of sexual liberation can look very different."
- "Approaching sexuality with intention, empowerment, and reverence."
- "Sexuality is a powerful energy that can be used for creation, pleasure, and spiritual growth."
- "Pleasure is an altered state of consciousness."
- "Before getting into an altered state, consider your desires, fears, and boundaries."
- "Wine, beer, and spirits have been used for thousands of years as part of ritual practice."
We also explore…
- Using the ‘boundaries, desires, & fears’ conversation as an invitation to the present moment
- Red Tantra & White Tantra Lineages
- Integration of Sexuality and Spirituality
- The Journey of Writing Sacred Sex Ed and the Power of Self-Expression (including an excerpt!)
- Reframing Censorship as a Sign of Empowerment
- The Practice of Sex Magic: Pleasure, Intention, and Manifestation
- ...and a Ritual to Call in That Husband or Wifey
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