Episodes

  • Is Cheating In Past Relationships A Dealbreaker? - Q&A

    Is Cheating In Past Relationships A Dealbreaker? - Q&A
    Apr 7 2023
    We tackle so many unique questions on this week's Q&A and there's truly something for everyone. One listener is looking for tips on diving into kink for the first time, while someone else wonders if their new boyfriend following Instagram models is a red flag. We also dive into navigating overly-friendly exes as well as whether or not cheating in the past should worry a new partner.  Follow Gabby & I on Instagram!  instagram.com/rayacarmona instagram.com/gabbysibaja  Follow Raya: Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Social Media's Effect On Relationships

    Social Media's Effect On Relationships
    Mar 31 2023
    This is my first round table episode in over a year! On this week's episode, I had two of my favorite couples over to discuss social media and its effects on relationships. We chat through the pressure to seem perfect, posting about break ups, how to drown out the opinions of others and so much more. Listen to the end for a tangent (although an extremely enlightening one) about navigating another layer of complication: when one person in a partnership has ADHD. Follow everyone below!  instagram.com/gabbysibaja  instagram.com/ryanscottgraham  instagram.com/kylierae  instagram.com/sheppard_iv Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Sex 101: Back To Basics

    Sex 101: Back To Basics
    Mar 17 2023
    It's okay to be early on in your sexual journey than others. We don't shame around here! If you feel like you need a refresher on sex education, looking for some tips & tricks to be better in bed or are simply just starting out - this is the episode for you!  Get tested for STIs here: https://gettested.cdc.gov/ Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Sometimes NOT Communicating Is The Answer - SOLO!

    Sometimes NOT Communicating Is The Answer - SOLO!
    Mar 3 2023
    On this month's solo episode, I discuss how important emotion regulation has become to me, for myself and for the sake of my relationship. I also talk about how sometimes forbearance is the right choice over open communication and how to keep a spark alive even in a long-term relationship. Give it a listen and let me know what you think!  Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Navigating Desire Differences & Owning Your Vanilla-ness feat. Yana Tallon-Hicks

    Navigating Desire Differences & Owning Your Vanilla-ness feat. Yana Tallon-Hicks
    Feb 24 2023
    I had couples & relationships therapist, consent, sex & sexuality writer and educator Yana Tallon-Hicks on the show this week! We discussed how to navigate desire differences in a relationship, understanding the root of your kinks, how your sex life affects the rest of our life and why it's okay to own your vanilla-ness even in this new ultra sex-positive world!  Get Yana's new book "Hot & Unbothered" here! https://yanatallonhicks.com/preorder/ Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • You Can't Punish Someone For Not Loving You - Q&A

    You Can't Punish Someone For Not Loving You - Q&A
    Feb 17 2023
    This month's Q&A is one of those episodes where there's something for everyone. If any of the advice you hear today might resonate with someone you know, send it along for the greater good of humanity! We answer questions such as: What should I do about a friend who's too flirty with my partner? If a guy is too nice, should I worry he'll eventually become a "Wife Guy?" How do I handle an ex who is punishing me simply for ending things? Give this episode a listen to hear the answers to these and more! Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Vaginal Health 101 feat. The Yoni Nutritionist

    Vaginal Health 101 feat. The Yoni Nutritionist
    Jan 20 2023
    I had Adrienne, also known as The Yoni Nutritionist, on the show today for a crash course in vaginal and sexual health. Adrienne is a certified nutritional practitioner who specializes in holistic nutrition & wellness for common, chronic vaginal infections like yeast infections, candida overgrowth, bacterial vaginosis, UTI’s, and STI's. We talk about the medicinal struggle for people with vaginas, the importance of diet and stress and how they may be affecting you more than you realize and so much more. If you've ever struggled with any chronic vaginal health issues, you need to listen to this episode! Learn more from Adrienne here! https://yoninutritionist.com Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Having The Safe Sex Conversation feat. Safe Slut

    Having The Safe Sex Conversation feat. Safe Slut
    Jan 13 2023
    This week I had the incredible Tricia Wise, also known as Safe Slut, on the show. We talked about life with genital herpes, how reiki can help heal sexual traumas and navigating the safe sex conversation. Tricia and I discuss red flags when it comes to talking about STIs and the importance of setting clear boundaries with people. See more from Tricia here! https://www.safeslut.shop/about  Follow Raya: Instagram: @rayacarmona Twitter: @rayacarmona TikTok: @rayacarmona To watch the podcast on YouTube: Raya's Channel Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WTGFYPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins