The Purple Pawedcast

Today's episode features the effervescent Cherish Amber!  Cherish is a queer sex, love, and relationship coach who teaches we must know ourselves in order to have good sex and solid relationships.  We talk about topics as diverse as prerequisites to good sex, stigmatizing sex to maintain control, and Virgin Condoms.

REFERENCES:
Cherish Amber’s website:  https://www.cherishamber.com/
Follow Cherish on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/cherishambercoaching
Follow Cherish on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecherishamber/
Follow Cherish on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@cherishambercoaching
Gender Identity Today:  https://genderidentitytoday.com

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:27) - Introducing Cherish Amber
  • (02:43) - Learning from every person
  • (07:16) - Know your own pleasure
  • (09:49) - Being gentle with yourself
  • (14:01) - Good sex means meeting yourself where you are
  • (16:24) - Can we meet ourselves and not have it relate to sex?
  • (21:42) - The stigma of sex is all for control
  • (27:42) - Masculinization of sex, love, and relationships
  • (34:07) - Rejecting social expectations means being more aware of trauma
  • (39:38) - Tools to address trauma
  • (46:00) - No such thing as little bits of trauma
  • (51:32) - Language as a contributor to misunderstanding
  • (01:01:01) - How to find Cherish Amber
  • (01:02:43) - Show closing
  • (01:03:01) - Closing credits
★ Support this podcast ★

Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.