The Erotic Liberation Podcast

The advice about erotic liberation is backwards. Real freedom starts when you get permission to be as alive as you want to be — and Alex Jade has spent decades helping people do exactly that.  Alex and host Craig Cullinane trace a wildly rich path through Body Electric School, queer embodiment, tantra, consent, and the kind of erotic education that doesn't just teach skills — it changes how you live in your body. From early AIDS-era support groups and the first women’s CBE trainings to “cunt class,” “outside the boxes,” and the new Queer Bloom offering, this conversation is a living history of how erotic work has evolved. You’ll discover:
How Alex found Body Electric through grief, caregiving, and the urgent need for aliveness
Why “decolonizing bodies” is about peeling back the layers that keep sensation, pleasure, and agency shut down
What it means to treat the body as a laboratory for transformation
How Tantra, consent, and circle technology shape Alex’s teaching now
Why queer, gender-expansive people need spaces where they can simply be, explore, and not be fixed
Alex also shares the story behind the Aerosomatic Arts Collective, an intentionally multiracial, multigendered, multicultural collaboration of queer erotic educators, artists, and practitioners exploring erotic energy as power, healing, and creative force. Along the way, Craig and Alex talk about body basics, “tissues of arousal,” anal breathing, and why slowing down enough to hear the voice of the body is its own radical act.If you’re curious about queer erotic education, body-based liberation, decolonizing pleasure, or what it looks like to build containers where people can follow their own energy with real permission, this episode is for you. Craig and Alex leave you with a simple but profound invitation: liberation begins when aliveness is allowed.Alex Jade is a somatic sex therapist, educator, and longtime Body Electric School contributor whose work spans experiential erotic education, somatic psychotherapy, and decolonizing embodied pleasure. They are also a Tantra student, collaborator, and co-creator within the Aerosomatic Arts Collective.
 
You can learn more about Craig Cullinane at www.craigcullinane.com. 
Learn more about Alex and the EroSomatic Arts Collective at:  https://erosomatics.com.

Unlock the transformative power of pleasure, authenticity, and compassion in this riveting conversation between two passionate facilitators. Roxy Manning, a renowned clinical psychologist and anti-racism educator, shares her profound journey through body acceptance, racial justice, and erotic liberation—revealing how embodied practices like Body Electric dismantle shame and expand our capacity for joy.
Discover how liberating it can be to embrace your erotic self regardless of societal messages, and how nonviolent communication opens a pathway to real connection both within and beyond ourselves. We break down specific tools for safe, inclusive facilitation—covering how to honor diverse bodies and identities, handle microaggressions with compassion, and foster space for true authenticity. Roxy’s stories of vulnerability, love, and community demonstrate the incredible potential of linking social justice with eros, creating spaces where everyone belongs and flourishes.
Learn more about Roxy's work at https://roxannemanning.com.
Learn more about Craig Cullinane's work at www.craigcullinane.com
 

Unlock the transformative power of Eros—not just as sexual energy but as a profound force for social change and personal liberation. Robin Parker, director of Liberating Structures and a seasoned advocate for anti-oppression work, shares how embracing erotic energy can dissolve societal boundaries, foster deep connection, and inspire racial, gender, and systemic justice. This episode reveals how the Erotic Liberation Podcast delves into the untapped potential of Eros as a catalyst for healing oppression, cultivating vulnerability, and igniting collective imagination.This episode is essential listening for anyone committed to social justice, personal growth, or exploring the radical potential of desire. If you believe that Eros can heal wounds, spark change, and connect us more authentically—this conversation will inspire and challenge your perspective of what liberation truly means.
Learn more about Robin's work at www.libsys.llc.
 
Learn more about Craig Cullinane's work at www.craigcullinane.com 
 

Discover how the work of Body Electric ignited Andre’s own awakening—fostering trust, surrender, and profound connection across race, gender, and cultural boundaries.You'll learn about the radical importance of decolonizing eroticism—questioning societal narratives that fetishize, objectify, or shame desire—and explore how pleasure is inherently sacred and our birthright. Andre emphasizes the significance of creating safe, inclusive spaces where marginalized bodies—especially BIPOC folk—can truly inhabit their erotic power without intrusion or code-switching. Through stories of facilitating workshops for men of color and his evolving role as an African-American teacher in the school, he exemplifies how confronting systemic trauma and embracing vulnerability can heal and deepen our collective erotic consciousness.
Why does unchecked shame and systemic suppression keep us from fully experiencing eros? What steps can you take to reclaim joy, trust, and sovereignty in your erotic journey? Andre’s insights inspire resilience, authenticity, and the courage to reimagine sacred intimacy as an act of political resistance, personal liberation, and spiritual awakening.
To connect with Andre, email andre@bodyelectric.org.
 
To learn more about Craig Cullinane's work, go to www.craigcullinane.com.

Unlock the transformative power of erotic embodiment as Mark Fleming, a pioneering sacred intimate and (about to retire) Body Electric teacher, reveals how tantra, consent, and decolonizing sexuality can lead to deep healing and liberation. In this intimate conversation, Mark shares how his journey from HIV support work to embodied spirituality opened him to a radical new understanding of pleasure, power, and authentic connection—especially for Black and queer folks seeking to reclaim their erotic selves. 
This episode intensely explores the ways systemic structures—white supremacy, capitalism, and religious shame—shape our perceptions of desire, pleasure, and worth. Mark champions radical honesty, courage, and the act of simply saying "yes" to yourself, inviting listeners to embody their erotic sovereignty as an act of resistance and love. Whether you're an experienced sacred intimate, curious beginner, or heart-centered explorer, this conversation offers deep insight and practical wisdom to awaken your erotic power, heal internal wounds, and build community rooted in authenticity and sacredness.
 
To connect with Mark, email mark.fleming@bodyelectric.org.
 
To learn more about Craig Cullinane's work, go to www.craigcullinane.com.

In this episode of the Erotic Liberation Podcast, Dr. Sonia Wright, a renowned midlife sex coach, joins us to discuss her transformative journey from a medical professional to an advocate for women's sexual empowerment. Dr. Sonia delves into the myths surrounding midlife sexuality and the importance of reclaiming pleasure as a birthright. She shares her insights on the “Pleasure Plan,” a method designed to help women identify and advocate for their desires, and explores the concepts of spontaneous versus responsive desire. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a “zone of sexual safety” and the role of communication and vulnerability in fostering intimacy. Dr. Sonia emphasizes the need for understanding one's body and its changing needs as a catalyst for sustained pleasure and self-love. She concludes with her vision of erotic liberation as embracing one's sexual sovereignty at any age.
 
Learn more about Dr. Sonia's work at www.soniawrightmd.com. 
Learn more about ELP host Craig Cullinane and his coaching work at www.craigcullinane.com  
Learn more about Reno Johnston at www.itjustgotreno.com.  

In this episode of the Erotic Liberation Podcast, Liz Randall and JoJo Bear delve into the transformative power of intimacy and eros in relationships. They discuss their innovative workshop, The Space Between, which supports couples in exploring erotic nourishment and authentic intimacy. Liz and JoJo share practical tools like the Wheel of Consent and emphasize the importance of mindful touch and clear communication. The conversation highlights the creation of a third space for couples to reconnect and the role of embodied practices in fostering resilience and self-awareness. Liz and JoJo define erotic liberation as embracing the full spectrum of erotic expression and cultivating presence in relationships.
 
Learn more about Lizz Randall's work at www.lizzrandall.com.
Learn more about JoJo Bear's work at www.somaticguide4men.com.
Learn more about ELP host Craig Cullinane and his coaching work at www.craigcullinane.com  

In this episode of the Erotic Liberation Podcast, Craig Cullinane speaks with Amara Charles, an internationally recognized teacher of intimacy and author, about her journey of erotic awakening and the importance of listening to one's inner wisdom. They explore the connection between creativity and erotic energy, the Kadoshka tradition, and the balance of masculine and feminine energies. Amara shares insights on the impact of collective fear, the power of saying no, and the significance of setting boundaries with love. The conversation emphasizes the role of spiritual practices in personal growth and the importance of supporting others in their erotic journeys. Amara concludes with her definition of erotic liberation as living in the ground of being and allowing what arises to arise.
Learn more about Amara at www.amaracharles.com.  
Learn more about ELP host Craig Cullinane and his coaching work at www.craigcullinane.com 

In this episode of the Erotic Liberation Podcast, host Craig Cullinane engages with Hannah Borababy and James Bethune, two practitioners of somatic healing and intimacy education. They explore the intersection of storytelling, personal narratives, and the healing journey, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and imagination in the process. The conversation delves into their personal stories, the significance of community, and the transformative power of experiences like Reiki and music. They also discuss their shared vision for The Glowing Hearth, a sanctuary for healing and connection, and reflect on the essence of erotic liberation as a pathway to self-discovery and healing.
 
Learn more about Hanna at www.enchantederos.com.    Learn more about James at www.rootedradiancenc.com 
 
Learn more about host Craig Cullinane and his coaching work at www.craigcullinane.com    

In this episode of the Erotic Liberation podcast, host Craig Cullinane welcomes Darshana Avila, a trauma-informed somatic educator and international speaker. They explore Darshana's journey from a conventional life to embracing her erotic self, the importance of yoga in her transformation, and the reclamation of erotic innocence. The conversation delves into the complexities of trauma, the four stages of erotic wholeness, and the interconnection between eroticism and activism. Darshana emphasizes that erotic liberation is essential for personal and collective empowerment, urging listeners to embrace their desires and creativity as a means of healing and social change.
 
Learn more about Darshana at www.darshanaavila.com 
 
Learn more about host Craig Cullinane and his coaching work at www.craigcullinane.com