In our line of work, a really rough part of our job is staying on top (catch that pun?) of sexual information available on the web. Really, there is no need to pity us.
Here are some of our favorite blogs and sites… and we’d like to know yours. We know this sounds silly, but please keep it clean. We will erase any comments that link to porn or are in some other way of “questionable” taste. We are looking for sex advice columns, favorite blogs about sexuality, etc.
Fun, feminist, or naughty:
Feministing is audacious, bold and takes no prisoners. They discuss from a feminist perspective with just the right amount of snark and humor…we love these fems! Our dorky, inner librarian really enjoys their book review section.
A personal favorite is Bitch Magazine. If you really like ‘em, subscribe to their print version so they can continue doing their good work.
Hipmama features motherhood in a realistic, edgy light, without all those idiotic articles about how to make heart shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Think less cupcake, more tattoo.
And then there is Salon..oh so smart, sometimes funny, but always riveting on matters of sex, relationships, and social issues pertaining to sex….
Guerillawomen offers commentary on mainstream culture, events, with a feminist twist.
Carnalnation serves up great writing and fun (sexy) topics–from insect sex to the discussion on “to hook up, or not to hook up.”
Sex/Relationship Advice:
Savage Love. We think we might love Dan Savage more than his own mother does. He dishes honest advice on the things you wish you had the nerve to ask. He has his own youtube channel and offers up a podcast, too (find the link on his page). Brutally, refreshingly honest. And hilarious. Did we mention he’s honest?
The wonderful Mistress Maeve delights us locally (Burlington, VT) with her good sex advice for Seven Days. (We also just interviewed her.) What’s not a little naughty about having to address your letters “Dear Mistress”?
Scarleteen claims they offer “sex ed for the real world,” and we agree.
Nikol Hasler, who got her start in the now (unfortunately) defunct Midwest Teen Sex Show, continues to give candid advice in all matters sex in her column for Milwaukee Magazine.
Sex, sexual health, sex news… a virtual buffet of all matters pertaining to, well, sex, can be found here on Topix.
One of Canada’s leading sexperts, Josey Vogels, blogs from “My Messy Bedroom” and as “The Dating Girl.”
Sirens Magazine is a good site visit on any day, but we really enjoy the excellent sex section.
Gender Spectrum:
Kate Bornstein’s description: “I am a queer and pleasant danger” says it all. Kate’s blog is for “teens, freaks and other outlaws,” but we assure you, everyone will enjoy it.
Genderfork is a visual feast. Beautiful, fluid, and a “supportive community for the expression of identities across the gender spectrum.”
Reproductive justice:
Basic reading for anyone interested in reproductive justice or issues pertaining to women (political, medical, social) can be found at RH Reality Check. Excellent information written by smart people.
Sexgenderbody‘s tagline sums it up–“A direct, honest and respectful conversation about sex, gender & body.”
LGBTQ:
Lots of good stuff, but we really like Bilerico, reputed to be the largest LGBTQ group blog covering news, media and issues.
And we know this sounds crazy, but we are fans of Queercents: financial advice focused on being queer. Go visit. It will make sense once you peruse the site.
There…a short list of some of our favorite blogs and websites. Now keep up your end of the bargin and show us yours.
