What is your relationship with sex? Is shame and fear associated with that relationship? Do you think that sex is something to be talked about openly? For male listeners, have you heard of the term semen retention? Well, in this episode, I explain my complicated journey with sex, pornography, desires, and some personal stories that lead to a profound ongoing curiosity. I have also shared some resources that have helped with my sexual education, which are The Sex Upgraded podcast with host Taylor Johnson and Can't Host with host George Lizzos. Thank you for all the work that you both do. Those podcasts can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I would also like to thank all porn actors and onlyfans creators!

In a world obsessed with flawless templates and curated perfection, what does it mean to look at ourselves and each other with genuine compassion?

For this special anniversary episode of The Gray Intention, I am joined by my sister Resh and Koko to peel back the layers of societal pressure, gendered expectations, and what we truly value. Inspired by powerful moments from Hulu's The Beauty and Schitt's Creek, we dive into the art of owning your age, embracing your present self, and finding the raw humanity beneath the gloss. I would also like to say Happy 82nd Liberation Day to Guam!

I would like to ask, Can we find a way to attract and be attracted to each other that is actually kind, gentle, and human rather than obsessive, toxic, or superficial?

Moving on from finding our footing in unpredictable times, we turn our attention to the quiet, automated structures of everyday life. From rising app costs to frictionless monthly auto-pays, the modern subscription economy is designed to keep us on autopilot. In this episode, we unpack the reality of "subscription fatigue," explore practical ways to reclaim our consumer agency, and ask a deeper question: Are we outsourcing our intrinsic human worth to a system built on transactions?