Podcast

The Dildorks

Health & Fitness, Relationships, Sexuality, Society & Culture

Sex nerds and best friends Billy (billylore.com) and Kate (katesloan.com) talk about all things sex, dating, and masturbating.

Episodes
502
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
52 min
On air since
2016
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

502 episodes, newest first

  1. Getting Off on the Right Foot

    Episode 502

    Show notes

    This episode is sponsored by Beducated (coupon code DILDORKS)!

    Feet are one of the most commonly fetishized body parts, and yet foot fetishism still carries a surprising amount of stigma. This week, we discuss our experiences doing foot stuff.

    Our History | Why Is It Hot? | Ticklishness | Sensitivity | Feet vs. Boots | /r/FootFetishTalks | Stigma & Shame | Creeps | Foot Massages | Dirty & “Gross” | Beducated (Code DILDORKS) | Specific Activities | Trampling | “The Pose” | SoleHole | Footjobs | Things We Want To Do | Bastinado | Sock Tea & Callous Shavings | Gay vs. Straight Trends | Solemates | Licking Feet vs. Eating Ass | Boots | High Heels | Ainsley-T Shoes | Kate’s Feet | Use Code DILDORKS20 for 20% Off Kate’s Audiobook

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    1 hr
  2. Character Customization

    Episode 501

    Show notes

    When you change the way you look, you also change the way you feel and the way you’re perceived. This week, we discuss our favorite ways we’ve modified our appearance, from tattoos to haircuts to gender-affirming surgeries.

    Surgeries | Gender Euphoria | Tattoos (Pink Bows) | “Cool Enough” | Hair | Femininity | Partners’ Influence | Committing to an Idea | Threshold for Change | Fear & Apprehension | Criticism | Use Code DILDORKS20 for 20% Off Kate’s Audiobook

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    49 min
  3. Our 500th Episode!

    Episode 500

    Show notes

    Can you believe that we’ve done this 500 times?! This week, we reflect on the past decade in our sex lives, reminisce about our favorite guest interviews, and help a listener stock a hanky-code-themed piñata!

    Biggest Changes | Lists of Sexual Partners | Being a Slut | Surprise Developments | Dominance & Submission | Punny Titles | What We Were Wrong About | Titillation | Ratings & Rankings | Trust & Attraction | Guests | Effects on Our Sex Lives | Hanky Code Prizes | Use Code DILDORKS20 for 20% Off Kate’s Audiobook

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    58 min
  4. I'd Slap That

    Episode 499

    Show notes

    If you’ve ever craved a spanking (as a receiver or a giver), what was it that you were craving, exactly? This week we discuss some of the psychological motivations behind our love of impact play, among other things.

    Primal vs. Careful | Something to Prove | Casual Swats vs. Spanking Scenes | Pain vs. Pleasure | Embodiment vs. Overthinking | Connection | Quality of Pain | Implements | Face-Slapping | Standing Up | Warm-Up vs. None | Bruises & Hickeys | Pain Processing

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    51 min
  5. Slumber Blunders

    Episode 498

    Show notes

    Do you like sleeping with people – not having sex, but literally sleeping? This week, we discuss the joys and annoyances of co-sleeping, and how to navigate sleepovers if you’re polyamorous or live with your parents.

    10 Years! | Insomnia & Noise | Rain Sounds | Morning Conversation | Separate Bedrooms | Temperature | Conflict | “The Done Thing” | Sleep & Sex | Consensual Non-Consent | Scent | Aftercare | Sleepover Energy | Hotels & Airbnbs | Cuddling & Alternatives | Romantic Feelings | Long-Distance | Intimacy & Vulnerability | “No Sleepovers” Rule | Sleepover Logistics | 3 People, 1 Bed | Parents | Biosphere (2022) and In the Cut (2003)

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    1 hr 2 min
  6. Crush & Burn

    Episode 497

    Show notes

    Why is it so hot sometimes to take things slow? This week, we discuss the joys of sexual and romantic “slow burns”!

    What is a Slow Burn? | Denial | Pandemic | Sustained Attention | Fun, Painful, or Both? | Non-Monogamy | Letting Things Build | Bad at Flirting – Please Be Blunt | Demonstrating Interest | Making a Move | Long-Term Relationships | Chastity & Cuckolding | Disappointments | “Yes, And”-ing | The Ick | Demisexuality | Savoring

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    52 min
  7. Off the Beatin' Path

    Episode 496

    Show notes

    This week we’re discussing interesting fetishes from the internet, including extra-large Fleshlights, opening Magic cards naked, a straight couple roleplaying Heated Rivalry, and more!

    Sex with Strangers | Fraysexuality | Anticipation & Flirting | “Hotdog in a Hallway” | Loose Fleshlights | Opening Card Packs | Guys Doing “Girl Voices” | Heated Rivalry Roleplay | Prone Masturbation | Breast Against Dick

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    1 hr
  8. Come Together

    Episode 495

    Show notes

    Does group sex hit different in your thirties? This week, we reflect on our evolving relationships to threesomes, foursomes, orgies, etc.

    Party Trick | Popular Fantasy | The Invite (2026) | Why Is It Hot? | Essay on Spectatoring in Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma (2026) | Through Their Eyes | Desirability & Self-Worth | Pleasure Distribution | Who’s In Charge? | Co-Bottoming | A Different Perspective | Negotiation | Aftercare | Limits | Safer Sex | Feeling Left Out | Finding People | Unicorn-Hunting

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    49 min
  9. Eroticizing Exhaustion

    Episode 494

    Show notes

    How do you maintain a vibrant sex life when tired and in pain all the time? This week Billy interviews Kate about her chronic illness, and the ways she’s used kink to manage it and feel better about it.

    Fainting & POTS | Caretaking & Bottoming | Kneeling | Adaptive Products | Chronic Pain | Weed | Flexibility & Muscle Strength | Queening Chairs | Risk vs. Reward | Laundry | Energy Budgeting | Self-Blame | Fatigue & Sleepy Sex | Broken & Lucky | Dominance | Princess Treatment | Hell on Wheels & Kneeling in Spirit | Resentment & Guilt | Service | Chastity & Denial | Bondage & Pressure | Sadomasochism | Good Pain vs. Bad Pain | Disclosing | Intoxication Concerns | Excessive Caution

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    59 min
  10. Pro Boner

    Episode 493

    Show notes

    Why are we so drawn to sexuality as a discussion topic and field of study, and how are people in our industry treated differently than those with more “vanilla” jobs? This week, we examine the intersections of sex and professionalism!

    Why Sex? | Self-Discovery & Freedom | Frivolity & Familiarity | Projection | Professionalism | Beacon of Permission | What Do You Want? | Traits | Poker Face | SAR (Sexual Attitude Reassessment) | Know Thyself

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    45 min
  11. Thrilled by the Skilled

    Episode 492

    Show notes

    What is “competence kink,” and why is someone being good at things such a common turn-on? This week, we discuss our favorite competencies in others and in ourselves, and what makes them so hot.

    Is It a Kink? | Confidence | Our Favorite Competencies | Passion | Quickness & Focus | Planning | Our Competencies | Emotional Intelligence | Soft Skills & Bottoming | Bravery of Vulnerability | Transferrable to Sex? | Listening & Paying Attention | Being Bad at Things | Kink Scenes | Distraction Play | Confident Headspace | Competency Wishlist | Dancing

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    45 min
  12. Honey Shot

    Episode 491

    Show notes

    Is real-life romance anything like a Hollywood romantic comedy? This week we’re discussing portrayals of love and relationships in fiction, and what makes a love story feel real and grounded, versus hollow and schmaltzy.

    The Invite (2026) | I Want Your Sex (2026) | Relationship Movies | High Fidelity (2000) | When Harry Met Sally… (1989) | Barriers to Union | Love Triangles | The F Word/What If (2013) | Threesome (1994) | Sanctuary (2022) | Skylight (2024) | Friends-to-Lovers | Plus One (2019) | Romantic Comedies vs. Romantic Dramas | What Feels Romantic? | Sleeping with Other People (2015) | A Lot Like Love (2005) | Matt and Mara (2024) | I Love You, Man (2009) | Fantasy vs. Reality | A Perfect Pair | Say Anything… (1989) | Not Frivolous | Pillion (2025) | Underrepresented Aspects of Love | Non-Monogamy | Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice (1969) | Healthy Conflict | Caretaking | Queer Relationships | The Birdcage (1996) | Fire Island (2022) | Heated Rivalry | Expectations | Instant Attraction | Sexual Difficulties

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    53 min
  13. Far-Flung Friends

    Episode 490

    Show notes

    How do you maintain a friendship with someone who lives far away? We’ve done it for over a decade now, so this week we’re sharing our best advice on long-distance friendships!

    Romantic vs. Platonic | Where We’ve Met Them | Two Cities | Prepping to Leave | A Reason to Talk | “Thought of You!” | Frequency & Consistency | “Let’s Be Friends!” | Group Hangs | Real-Time Communication | Unfiltered Reactions | PowerPoint Party | Activities | Intentionality | ADHD & Chronic Illness | Lateness | Energy Limitations | Note-Taking | Benefits | Outside Perspective | Travel

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    52 min
  14. Honey, I'm Home

    Episode 489

    Show notes

    “Meeting the parents” can be stressful for everyone involved, so this week we’re giving our best advice on it, including from a queer and polyamorous perspective!

    Introducing the BF/Metamour | Grokking Polyamory | “Ohh, That’s Why You’re Like This” | When To Do It | Gender Competency | Jumping the Gun | What to Pre-Seed | Going Bad vs. Going Good | Escape Plan | When to Stand Down | Etiquette | Respect | Coming Out As Poly | Parents Dislike Them

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    52 min
  15. Secret Sauce

    Episode 488

    Show notes

    We’re answering more questions about lube this week, including which ones are best for travel, which drugstore lubes are actually decent, whether you should bring your own lube to a sex party, and more!

    Dill Pickle Lube | Travel-Friendly Lubes | Uberlube Good to Go | Good Clean Love Almost Naked | Astroglide Silicone | Astroglide Spray ’n Glide | Good Clean Love Hint of Mint | Judging Someone’s Lube | Better Than Baseline | Non-Standard Usages | Condom | Sex Party | Playing Without Lube | Food or Drink | Gender Affirmation | Lube Accessories | Automatic Lube Dispenser | Dame Grip | Warming It Up | Lube Shooters

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    40 min
  16. Feet of the Moment

    Episode 487

    Show notes

    This week, Kate and her wife mb interview Jessie Nelson, inventor of the SoleHole, a new foot fetish toy for couples that Kate recently reviewed. Jessie told us all about how he designed, prototyped and launched this innovative toy!

    Mobility Issues | Artistic & Electrical Background | “Aha” Moment | Prototypes | Stretchy Band | Tightness | The Name | Balldo | Claustrophobic Mask | Launch & Reception | Surprising Reactions | Sizing | Non-Fetishists | Lube | FuckWater | Grinder | Approaching Manufacturers | Purple | Vibration | Other Ideas | Plug of War | Other Foot Toys | Social Media | Shame | Cultural Shift | Business Partner

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    37 min
  17. Slippery Situation

    Episode 486

    Show notes

    Lubricant is a basic part of sex for many people, but there are actually a lot of considerations that go into choosing a good one. This week, we discuss our experiences with lube, and give advice on using it!

    Our First Lubes | System JO | Bottle Design | Initial Apprehensions | Blossom Organics | Must-Have Accessory | Spit as Lube | Textural Differences | Sliquid Silk | Sliquid Organics Gel | Sliquid Sassy | Sutil Rich | Uberlube | Alternate Uses | Monistat Chafing Relief Gel | Her Highness THC Oil | Warming & Cooling | A Shortcut | Beginner Tips | Oil-Based Lubes | Flavored Lubes | Sliquid Swirl | LubeLife Dill Pickle Lube | Numbing Lubes | Promescent Delay Spray | THC/CBD Lubes

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    52 min
  18. A Reel Good Time

    Episode 485

    Show notes

    Hope your Pride month has been lovely so far! We’re celebrating by discussing some of our favorite queer media and what makes it feel authentically queer.

    Queer Friends | Sex Representation | Sexual Communication | Talking About Being Queer | Homophobia & Coming Out | The Tragedy of Heterosexuality by Jane Ward | Leviticus (2026) | I Saw the TV Glow (2024) | Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) | Blue Moon (2025) | Present Laughter (2019) | Handsome Devil (2016) | No Ordinary Man (2020) | Rope (1948) | The Favourite (2018) | The Handmaiden (2016) | Kissing Jessica Stein (2001) | Forbidden Love (1992) | Cloudburst (2011) | D.E.B.S. (2004) | Angels in America miniseries | Fellow Travelers | Myra Breckinridge (1970) | Funeral Parade of Roses (1969) | Queens At Heart (1967) | Some Like It Hot (1959) | Sylvia Scarlett (1935) | Boy! What a Girl! (1947) | Red, White & Royal Blue | One Last Stop | I Kissed Shara Wheeler | The Pairing | I Hope We Choose Love | Detransition, Baby | Ace | TAZ: Petals to the Metal | 99 Erics | Love in a F*cked-Up World | The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo | On the Move | The Wolf Suit | This Is How You Lose the Time War | In Universes | Wayfarer series | The F*ggots and Their Friends Between Revolutions | Sondheim & Magnetic Fields

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    53 min
  19. Just Plane Kinky

    Episode 484

    Show notes

    We’ve got some interesting new fetishes from the internet to discuss this week, including jetsetter rimjobs, faux pregnancy, women with apples for heads, and more!

    Cunnilingus & Airplanes | Mile High Club | “Dating a Porn Star” | “Happy Boners” & Wedding Planning | Public Pregnancy Play | Roleplaying as Historical Figures | Pussy Degradation | Headless Women

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    59 min
  20. Pride in Style

    Episode 483

    Show notes

    Happy Pride month, everybody! This week, we discuss our history with Pride, our current feelings on it, and tips for newbies – and we also recommend some of our favorite gay movies.

    Year-Round vs. One Month | Our Pride Feelings | Self-Expression | Body-Positivity | Queer History & Art | BloodSisters (1995) | Word is Out (1977) | Framing Agnes (2022) | P.S. Burn This Letter Please (2020) | Pride (2014) | The Fathers Project (2020) | The Birdcage (1996) | Brokeback Mountain (2005) | Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) | How to Survive a Plague (2012) | Heightened Scrutiny (2025) | Who’s Allowed at Pride? | Gatekeeping | Cops & Corporations | The Actual Parade | Planning Your Pride | Outfits

    Credits:

    Music by PROTODOME

    Artwork by Addison Finch

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    44 min