{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6605b73a53b2df00163976ab/661ce261a66b730016be9780?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"7. Exploring autistic sexuality through \"The Kiss Quotient\" by Helen Hoang","description":"<p>This episode is a detailed review of the themes in Helen Hoang's \"The Kiss Quotient\". It's an ICONIC book which inspired a lot of thought. I discuss autistic self-esteem, sexual exploration and platonic intimacy. More specifically:</p><p><br></p><p>00:00&nbsp;Overview of the book 'The Kiss Quotient' with spoilers</p><p>00:15&nbsp;Exploring Sexual Content in Literature vs. Pornography</p><p>04:22&nbsp;Discussing the Emotional Journey of Reading 'The Kiss Quotient'</p><p>08:12&nbsp;Stella's Story: Autistic Representation and Love</p><p>15:24&nbsp;Reflecting on Personal Growth and Autistic Experiences</p><p>23:29&nbsp;Navigating Social Interactions and Misunderstandings</p><p>25:04 Sensory Overload and Emotional Challenges during sex</p><p>26:41&nbsp;Exploring Intimacy and Consent as an autistic woman</p><p>30:27&nbsp;The Journey of self-understanding and Acceptance</p><p>45:36&nbsp;Reflections on Work, Life, and Autistic Representation</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Please leave a review on Apple podcasts so that other late-diagnosers can find the show</p><p><br></p><p>Check out my other podcast: <a href=\"https://linktr.ee/mukundwa_\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://linktr.ee/mukundwa_</a></p><p>Join my Patreon: <a href=\"https://patreon.com/autisticasfuck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://patreon.com/autisticasfuck</a></p><p>Buy Me a Coffee: <a href=\"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/autisticasfpodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/autisticasfpodcast</a></p><p>Find a therapist or counsellor: <a href=\"https://ndtherapists.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://ndtherapists.com</a> and <a href=\"https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/</a>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"M"}