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Televised: 'Sex Education' On Screen

Published April 15, 2022 at 11:52 AM EDT

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Image of a television paused on a scene with two teen-aged looking students in school uniforms. Three people have their feet up on a coffee table with popcorn and snacks. The text next to the TV says the word: Televised. — The Netflix show "Sex Education" has been heralded by critics for its approach to diversity and inclusion, nuanced storytelling and frank conversations about sex.

Anita has been inhaling the Netflix show "Sex Education." It's bold, not just in its approach to representation and inclusivity, but also sex. A critic, sex therapist and show superfans join her and guest host Anthony Howard (Embodied's intern) to talk about what the show taught them about self-pleasure, boundaries and methods for healthier sexual relationships.

Meet the guests:

Drew Gregory, screenwriter, staff writer for Autostraddle, and co-host of the podcast “Wait Is This a Date?”
Dr. Rosara Torrisi, founding director and senior therapist at The Long Island Institute of Sex Therapy
Claire Holland, a writer and host of the Sexy Books Podcast
Tyra Blizzard, a social activism influencer

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Anita Rao

Anita Rao is an award-winning journalist and the host and creator of "Embodied," a live, weekly radio show and seasonal podcast about sex, relationships & health. She's also the managing editor of WUNC's on-demand content.

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Audrey Smith

Audrey Smith is a writer, educator, and temporary producer of "Embodied" based in Greensboro, NC. She holds a Master's degree in Secondary English Language Arts Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2018) and a Master of Fine Arts degree in Nonfiction Writing from Oregon State University (2021).

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Anthony Howard

Anthony Howard, a junior at UNC-Chapel Hill and the fall intern for Embodied, is currently majoring in media and journalism at UNC's Hussman School. He has interests in creative writing, musical theatre, and fashion. Whether it be writing for The Daily Tar Heel as an arts & culture staff writer or listening to the latest Megan Thee Stallion, Howard is excited to broaden his experience with Embodied and create impactful storytelling.

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