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Jan. 26, 2026

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Jan. 14, 2026

Mothers and abortion aren’t separate #substack #shorts

This is a clip from https://privatepartsunknown.substack.com/p/abortion-without-shame-and-why-that?utm_source=youtube_shorts See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih3vfLXrBhQ #shorts #substack

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Jan. 14, 2026

I had an abortion and a daughter #substack #shorts

This is a clip from https://privatepartsunknown.substack.com/p/abortion-without-shame-and-why-that?utm_source=youtube_shorts See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih3vfLXrBhQ #shorts #substack

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Jan. 14, 2026

Why Later Abortions Happen #substack #shorts

This is a clip from https://privatepartsunknown.substack.com/p/abortion-without-shame-and-why-that?utm_source=youtube_shorts See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih3vfLXrBhQ #shorts #substack

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Jan. 14, 2026

Bans Put Every Pregnant Person at Risk #substack #shorts

This is a clip from https://privatepartsunknown.substack.com/p/abortion-without-shame-and-why-that?utm_source=youtube_shorts See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih3vfLXrBhQ #shorts #substack

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Jan. 14, 2026

Abortion Without Shame (and Why That Matters More Than Ever)

🎙️ Recent episode: Becca Rea-Tucker on her new book "The Abortion Companion" https://privatepartsunknown.substack.com/p/abortion-without-shame-and-why-that?utm_source=youtube

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Dec. 24, 2025

Inside the Rules & Regulations of Nevada’s Legal Brothel System

Prostitution is legal in Nevada—but only inside brothels, and only under tight regulation. In my interview with Madam Dena Duff, we dig into how the system works, why safety and oversight are central to the model, and so much more. 👉 Listen to the full episode of Private Parts Unknown…

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Dec. 17, 2025

What Women Actually Need (Beyond Girlboss & Trad Wife Narratives)

Girlboss and trad wife culture both sell women glossy fantasies, but neither reflects the reality most women live. In this clip, economist Corinne Low unpacks how capitalism, online backlash, and glamorized gender roles distort the conversation—and explore what a real third path might look like. 👉 Watch the full podcast…

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Dec. 16, 2025

Gisèle Pelicot Exposed Another Problem: Why Won’t Men Speak Up?

Real masculinity is calling out the behavior your silence would protect. I had a truly stunning interview with Paris-based journalist Monique El-Faizy about her work following Gisèle Pelicot’s case—the story of a husband who drugged his wife and organized assaults against her for years. Monique is now writing a book…

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Dec. 12, 2025

Trump’s Accusers All Said the Same Heartbreaking Thing

The brilliant Monique El-Faizy joined me on Private Parts Unknown to talk about the explosive reporting behind All the President’s Women, a book that documents allegations of sexual misconduct against Donald Trump. In this clip, we discuss whether this long pattern of accusations amounts to predatory behavior (hint: yes). 🎧…

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Dec. 10, 2025

Economist Corinne Low on the Myth of “Having It All”: The Data on Gender Roles & Modern Motherhood

For the 237th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes economist, Wharton professor, and Having It All author Corinne Low. In this interview, Corinne breaks down the myth of “having it all” and opens up about her own midlife crisis, the impossible pressures on modern women, and how…

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Dec. 3, 2025

Plastic Surgery Confessions with Tiffany Wisconsin: Everything She's Had Done

0nlyFan$ megastar Tiffany Wisconsin joined me on Private Parts Unknown for a vulnerable and honest chat about the changes she made to feel more at home in her body and in her life. The full episode is out now! 👉 Watch the full podcast episode for the whole convo: https://www.privatepartsunknown.com/how-tiffany-wisconsin-built-an-onlyfans-empire-with-gangbangs-senior-citizens-savvy-pr-plus-plast/

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Nov. 26, 2025

The Sexualization of Breast Cancer vs. the Reality

Pinkwashing has turned breast cancer into a branded aesthetic, but the reality is far more painful and far less “sexy.” Jean Hannah Edelstein, author of "Breasts," digs into how heteronormativity, beauty culture, and capitalism reshape the narrative—and why it’s so alienating for the people actually living it. 👉 Watch the…

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Nov. 25, 2025

From Child-Free to Motherhood: The Identity Shift No One Talks About

Ruthie Ackerman’s book, "The Mother Code," blends history, science, and cultural criticism to uncover whether motherhood outside of society’s rigid rules and expectations is possible—and whether she herself fits the mold for what a mother should be. She joined me on Private Parts Unknown for a delightful conversation about redefining…

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Nov. 19, 2025

All About Boobs: Jean Hannah Edelstein on Objectification, Breastfeeding & Breast Cancer

For the 234th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Jean Hannah Edelstein, author of ⁠Breasts: A Relatively Brief Relationship⁠. Edelstein discusses growing up in a culture that sexualized her body, the pressure and challenges of breastfeeding, and her breast cancer diagnosis—including why she views her mastectomy as…

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Nov. 12, 2025

VR Porn Changes Everything… The Line Between Reality and Cheating Just Got Blurry 👀

VR porn is so convincing it can blur the line between reality and cheating, and this immersive adult tech is already impacting relationships and boundaries. Brian Sloan (creator of Autoblow) explains why VR hits different—and what people should know before diving in. 👉 Watch the full podcast episode for the…

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Nov. 6, 2025

Why Being an “Old Mom” Is Actually a Superpower—with Ruthie Ackerman, Author of "The Mother Code"

I’m newly contemplating motherhood—at this late, post-40, “geriatric” stage of the game—but the truth is, I’d rather be an old mom than a bad mom. It was great to talk to Ruthie Ackerman, author of The Mother Code, about how she charted her own course to motherhood and the benefits…

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Nov. 5, 2025

The Man Who Taught Machines How to Blow Minds: Autoblow Inventor Brian Sloan on AI-Juiced Sex Toys

For the 232nd episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Brian Sloan, inventor of the Autoblow—an AI-powered sex toy for men that’s pushing the boundaries of pleasure, technology, and human connection. In this interview, Sloan opens up about his unlikely path from law school to becoming a pioneer…

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May 25, 2025

Leanne on Girls Gone Wild & what no one wants to admit about exploitation

There was lots to noodle on while reporting an episode of the Canadaland podcast about my stint selling T-shirts on the Girls Gone Wild tour—but Leanne holds the record for most mic drop moments in a single interview. This one was especially insightful. 🎧 LISTEN TO THE EPISODE! #1160 Confessions…

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May 25, 2025

Becca Clarkson on the bizarre experience of being a journalist

Have you listened to my episode of Canadaland? 🎧 #1160 Confessions of a Girls Gone Wild Merch Girl: https://www.canadaland.com/podcast/1160-confessions-of-a-girls-gone-wild-merch-girl/ Becca Clarkson was my first interview when I started reporting this episode. She’s whip-smart and her story is so good. I did a bunch of interviews for this ep, and everyone…

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May 24, 2025

Why Leanne liked working at Girls Gone Wild as a single mom

There were definitely some surprises reporting my Girls Gone Wild story for Canadaland. Leanne gave me the most challenging food for thought, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend giving my episode of Canadaland a listen for the full narrative. #1160 Confessions of a Girls Gone Wild Merch Girl: https://www.canadaland.com/podcast/1160-confessions-of-a-girls-gone-wild-merch-girl/…

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May 24, 2025

What life was like when Daniel took a cameraman job on the Girls Gone Wild tour

I had blast reporting an episode of the Canadaland podcast about my stint selling T-shirts on the Girls Gone Wild tour. I even reunited with Daniel, one of the cameramen from the Canadian leg—our experiences were eerily similar (with a few key differences). We were buddies on the road, always…

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May 2, 2025

What You Really Walk Away with from the Seattle Erotic Art Fest 👀

You won’t leave the Seattle Erotic Art Festival the same… ✨ Desire. Art. Liberation. 🎭💦 In the latest episode of Private Parts Unknown, we’re peeling back the curtain on the Seattle Erotic Art Festival with Executive Director Sophia Sky. 🎧💃 Think: provocative art, hypnotic performances, intimate lounges, and a celebration…

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May 1, 2025

Exploring Non-Monogamy? Amy Baldwin Shares How Feeld Helped

Dating that doesn’t box you in? Yes please! With 20+ gender and sexuality options, Feeld is where the curious come to connect. 🫦 Whether you're into assembling your perfect polycule, hardcore k*ink, or cuddling as a love language, there’s a community for you on Feeld. Say yes to group chats,…

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