What if every guy you dated turned out to be a walking red flag—disguised as Prince Charming?

In this hilarious, unfiltered, and deeply relatable episode of the Sex and Bacon podcast, Sarah sits down with Steph V—author and host of Dating Dicks—to unravel the art of dating emotionally unavailable men, how we ignore red flags on purpose, and why we sometimes mistake chaos for chemistry.

Steph shares jaw-dropping stories (one involves being ditched at a party... for her own guest), outrageous moments of heartbreak, and the hard-won wisdom that comes from being a self-proclaimed “serial dictator.” Together, Sarah and Steph explore why women stay, what keeps us hooked, and how to break free from toxic patterns that feel way too familiar.

This isn’t just girl talk—it’s a deep dive into self-worth, healing, and learning to spot the dicks before they ruin your mascara.

💥 If you've ever fallen for potential instead of reality—or if you’re just here for the wildly entertaining stories—you’re going to love this one.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

• Why smart, self-aware women keep dating emotional toddlers

• The truth about “fixing him” (and why it never works)

• How we confuse comfort with compatibility

• Learning to balance heart and logic in relationships

• Spotting red flags early—and actually listening to them

• Navigating dating apps without losing your damn mind

• Why Steph launched Dating Dicks—and how it’s helping women heal through humor

🎧 Subscribe, share, and don’t forget: you deserve the dick, not the dicks.

#DatingPodcast #ToxicRelationships #SexAndBacon #DatingDicks #DatingRedFlags #FunnyDatingStories #FemaleEmpowerment #EmotionalUnavailability #DatingDisasters #WomenSupportingWomen

We get into:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 02:02 Crazy Dating Stories: The Christmas Party Incident

• 05:19 Another Dick Story: The Boutique Birthday

• 11:17 Patterns and Lessons in Dating

• 15:11 Heart vs. Logic in Relationships

• 21:56 Navigating Online Dating

• 23:04 The Vulnerability of Online Profiles

• 24:11 Strategies for Online Dating Success

• 25:41 Exploring Offline Dating Options

• 30:25 Speed Dating Experiences

• 36:01 Catfish Encounters

• 42:30 Sharing Stories and Building Community

Connect with Steph

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingdicks_inc/

• Book: https://shorturl.at/AnjI9

• Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dating-dicks--6495398

Connect with me

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ownyourerotic

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sexandbacon1065

• Email us: sexandbacon1@yahoo.com

What if the person you trusted most turned out to be living a double life?

In this gripping, raw, and deeply courageous episode of the Sex and Bacon podcast, Sarah sits down with Amanda Quick—author of The Sex Trafficker’s Wife—to unravel the unthinkable: what happens when the man you married, the father of your children, is arrested for trying to purchase underage girls.

Amanda shares her story with jaw-dropping honesty, walking us through the emotional rollercoaster of betrayal, trauma bonding, courtroom battles, and reclaiming her voice after years of manipulation and gaslighting.

This isn’t just true crime—it’s a masterclass in resilience, motherhood, and choosing yourself when the world expects you to stay quiet.

💥 If you’ve ever questioned your instincts, felt stuck in a toxic relationship, or needed proof that healing is possible—this episode is for you.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

• What it’s really like to discover your partner’s darkest secrets

• The truth about trauma bonding—and why it’s so hard to leave

• How Amanda fought a high-conflict custody battle against a convicted sex offender

• Why the system often fails survivors—and how she found loopholes to protect her kids

• The emotional toll of keeping the family together at all costs

• How one psychic session changed everything

• Reclaiming identity, sexuality, and joy after betrayal

• Why Amanda wrote The Sex Trafficker’s Wife—and what she wants every woman to know

We get into:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 00:47 The Night Everything Changed

• 01:52 The Shocking Arrest

• 03:36 Unraveling the Truth

• 07:14 The Aftermath and Legal Battles

• 11:42 Struggling with Reality

• 17:07 A New Beginning

• 26:34 Custody and Conflict

• 36:49 Signs of Danger

• 37:59 Reporting the Incident

• 40:27 The Rock Bottom Moment

• 42:06 Seeking Unconventional Help

• 48:15 A Renewed Sense of Purpose

• 51:14 Legal Battles and Final Decisions

• 53:30 Life After the Divorce

• 57:30 Healing and Moving Forward

• 01:12:55 Raising Awareness and Final Thoughts

Connect with Amanda

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaquickhealing/

• TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXSgN-AqMzk

• https://www.thesextraffickerswife.com/

Connect with me

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ownyourerotic

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sexandbacon1065

• Email us: sexandbacon1@yahoo.com

Is reading smut mental cheating? Or is it the secret weapon to a more empowered, pleasure-filled life?
In this juicy, no-holds-barred episode of the Sex and Bacon podcast, Sarah sits down with erotica author and podcaster Ruan Willow to explore the world of erotic romance, female desire, and why stories that turn women on are about so much more than sex.

From reclaiming "dirty" words to using fiction as foreplay, Ruan breaks down how smut, sensual stories, and sex-positive conversations can actually heal shame, unlock confidence, and transform relationships.

Whether you're new to erotic lit or a longtime lover of open-door romance, this episode is a spicy invitation to rethink what turns you on—and why that’s more powerful than you’ve been told.

💥 If you've ever felt guilty for what you like, or wondered if you're "too much"—this one is for you.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

• Why reading smut isn’t mental cheating—and might actually save your sex life

• The difference between porn and erotic romance (and why women crave the latter)

• How erotica helps women reclaim pleasure, power, and their own damn fantasies

• The healing power of fiction for trauma, shame, and even religious conditioning

• What most men misunderstand about women’s desires

• Why sexual empowerment is mental health, period

• Consent, kink, and the truth about ethical non-monogamy

• Ruan’s top writing tips—and how her characters lead the story (and the sex)
  
  

We get into:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 00:50 Ruan Willow's Journey into Erotic Romance

• 01:55 Debunking Myths About Erotic Romance

• 04:32 Writing Explicit Content: Challenges and Creativity

• 16:01 The Healing Power of Erotic Literature

• 21:51 Exploring Pseudo Incest in Literature

• 23:40 Family Reactions to Writing Romance

• 24:19 Diving into the 'Oh Fuck Yeah' Podcast

• 27:48 Impact of Podcasting on Writing

• 28:54 Writing About Non-Monogamous Relationships

• 32:54 Upcoming Erotic Romance Projects

• 35:06 Normalizing Sexual Conversations

• 39:21 Connecting with Fans and Final Thoughts

Connect with Ruan

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruanwillowauthor/

• X: https://x.com/ruanwillow?lang=en

• Podcast: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/oh-fck-yeah-with-ruan-willow-1592675

• Books: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/

Connect with me

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ownyourerotic

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sexandbacon1065

• Email us: sexandbacon1@yahoo.com