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DoxyPEP is one of the most powerful STI prevention tools we’ve ever had—if you actually take it.

In 2023, a high-profile study out of Kenya made headlines: Doxycycline PEP didn’t work for cisgender women. News outlets ran with the soundbite, and suddenly the internet decided: “DoxyPEP doesn’t work for women.” But what if we told you… that wasn’t the whole truth?

In this episode, Robert and Anna take a deep dive into the original study and explain why the results were wildly misinterpreted. Yes, the study failed to show benefit—but it also failed to prove that the women actually took their pills. In fact, over 50% of participants who said they used DoxyPEP had no measurable doxycycline in their system. That’s not a failed drug. That’s failed adherence.

We also break down what the media got wrong, how “science by press release” can backfire, and why this misunderstanding has already caused real-world harm—preventing many cisgender women from accessing a safe, effective, and affordable STI prevention option.

And just when you think it’s all bad news? Enter the 2024 Tokyo study. Real-world data. High adherence. Cisgender women. And what did they find? DoxyPEP worked. Really well.

We unpack all of it.

This episode is for the curious, the skeptical, and anyone tired of being told “that’s not for you” without the receipts. We believe in sex-positive science, evidence over headlines, and that women deserve access to every tool in the STI prevention toolkit.

Especially when it works.

Shameless Care is one of the few places in the U.S. where cisgender women can get DoxyPEP—prescribed by a board-certified doctor, with no BS and no shame.

Let’s set the record straight.

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Is alcohol an aphrodisiac… or a well-dressed erection killer?

In this episode of the Shameless Care Podcast, Robert and Anna break down how booze actually affects your sex life—from first drink flirty to whiskey dick disaster. We cover:

✅ The sweet spot for alcohol and sexual confidence
✅ Why beer goggles are real (but only work on humans)
✅ The biological tipping point between desire and dysfunction
✅ What “alcohol-induced orgasmic dysfunction” really means
✅ Why women may actually get a testosterone boost from booze
✅ How belief in alcohol’s powers matters just as much as the drink
✅ And why too much can turn great sex into a logistical mess

Plus, we look at Gen Z’s sober sex shift, the legacy of Prohibition on modern consent culture, and why one glass might be sexy—while four could leave you crying in the shower, holding a half-eaten quesadilla.

📈 Real science. Real sex ed. No shame.

🎧 Listen now.

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“Adenovirus: The Eye-Melting, Urethra-Burning, Totally-Not-an-STI STI”

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🎧 Episode Description:
You thought you knew your STIs. You thought testing negative meant you were in the clear. You thought pink eye was just something kids get in school.

Then you got hit with this.

In this episode of the Shameless Care Podcast, Robert and Anna dive into one of the most surprisingly common, totally under-discussed, and outrageously versatile infections in the health world: adenovirus.

Most people think of adenovirus as a harmless “cold virus.” But it can also cause conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis, bladder infections, painful urination, and in rare cases, sepsis. And yes—it can spread through oral sex.

Robert shares his personal horror story: brutal pink eye that knocked him out of commission, followed by excruciating urethritis. It wasn’t gonorrhea. It wasn’t chlamydia. It was adenovirus—transmitted via sex. And he wasn’t the only one. Nearly everyone in his friend group got it, especially the men, and no one realized what it was… until it was too late.

You’ll learn:
•What adenovirus is and how many strains exist
•The symptoms you don’t expect (like painful urination after receiving oral)
•How adenovirus is transmitted (hint: it’s more than coughing)
•Why it doesn’t show up on your STI panel—but absolutely belongs in sex-positive conversations
•The terrifying moment Robert had Betadine poured directly into his infected eyes (spoiler: it didn’t work)

We’ll also talk about why adenovirus isn’t technically an STI—but still absolutely is a sexually transmitted infection in practice. And how this weird little virus exposes just how blurry the line is between “safe” and “standard,” and why STI stigma still misses the point.

This episode is equal parts gross, fascinating, and essential listening. Because sex spreads more than what we test for, and your negative panel doesn’t tell the whole story.

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Episode Description:
Let’s talk about the thing no one talks about: erectile dysfunction caused by anxiety, not blood flow.

Jokingly termed "Scaredy Wang" by the SNL character "The Ladies Man" in the 1990's—this kind of ED that shows up at the worst possible time. Like at a play party. Or on a first-time hookup.

This isn’t your average ED. It’s not a blood vessel issue. It’s a brain issue—or more accurately, a nervous system issue.

In this episode, we dive deep into performance anxiety in men, how the sympathetic nervous system floods the body with adrenaline, and how that fight-or-flight response is biologically incompatible with getting and staying hard.

Most men experiencing this don’t need more blood flow. They need less adrenaline.

That’s where propranolol comes in—a beta blocker traditionally used for blood pressure and stage fright. It works by blocking adrenaline’s ability to bind to beta-adrenergic receptors, calming the heart rate and preventing that panicked, “what if I can’t perform” spiral before it starts.

We break down:
•Why arousal starts in the brain—not the penis
•What adrenaline actually does to erectile function
•How you can have a perfectly healthy vascular system and still lose your erection in the moment
•The science behind propranolol’s ability to “mute” the panic
•And whether it’s right for you—or just another band-aid

Because let’s be real: nothing ruins the moment like a brain yelling RUN! when your body was ready for fun.

If you’ve ever had this happen to you—or to your partner—this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now at ShamelessCare.com/podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Trigger warning: Cancer

Robert got a bit emotional at the beginning of this one. Cancer is a scary word.

HPV is one of the most common viruses on earth—and the leading cause of oropharyngeal cancer.

In this episode, we break down the link between HPV-16 and oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). We’ll explain how many people carry oral HPV, how many carry HPV-16 specifically, and why there’s no screening test for OPSCC. More importantly, we’ll explain why there’s no screening: not because the system doesn’t care, but because science hasn’t shown it helps.

We also tackle the question everyone asks: is there a test? And if not, why not? The short answer: no, there’s no screening test for oral HPV that’s been shown to prevent cancer or save lives. Nor is there a screening test for OPSCC. And it’s not because the healthcare system is asleep at the wheel.

At Shameless Care, our job is simple: we find credible information and share it with you. Nothing in this episode is our personal opinion. Everything we discuss is based on published guidance and data from trusted sources like the National Cancer Institute, Oral Cancer Foundation, ASCCP, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the United States Preventive Services Task Force, the CDC, and others.

This is what we mean when we say “evidence-based education” and “evidence-based care.” So if this episode sparks strong feelings, please understand—we didn’t create these positions. We’re simply walking you through what the science currently says.

📚 Full reference list: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10ODpJI2dXCy2IA5cANgCI7ZZJKw_nOQWTjXpW2JRmqM/edit?usp=drivesdk

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We’re back — and we’re fully loaded.

In this episode, Robert and Anna kick off with the launch of Shameless Duo, a powerful new ED medication designed to help you perform when it matters — without guessing games or greasy subscription traps.

Then we slide straight into our “Dirty Joke of the Week,” featuring a truly gonorrhea-ly pun that will make you groan and possibly call your doctor.

But the real meat of this episode? A no-nonsense, evidence-based look at mandatory STI reporting — what it is, how it works, and why it matters. We break down:

• Why some STIs must be reported to your local health department
• What information is shared (yes, including your name — legally required)
• The legal obligations of both the physician and the lab
• How does HIPAA feel about all of this?

This episode is bold, blunt, and built for adults who want real answers — not vague platitudes or “clean bill of health” myths.

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“STI Truth Bombs, Bad Reviews, and What to Wear at Naughty in New Orleans”

If you think you know everything you need to about STI testing… you probably don’t.
And odds are, your doctor doesn’t either.

In this episode of the Shameless Care Podcast, Robert and Anna break down six things most people — and many healthcare providers — still get completely wrong about STIs. From the myth of the “full panel,” to why your clean test might mean nothing without a throat swab, this episode drops truth bombs that could change how you think about sexual health forever.

This isn’t fearmongering. It’s what we wish everyone learned in sex ed — if sex ed were run by funny, cynical adults who’ve seen behind the medical curtain.

We also cover:
•What to wear at Naughty in New Orleans (mesh tank? velvet suit? nothing at all?) and why Robert needs help from the listeners
•Shameless Care’s first negative review ever after three years in business — and why it hit harder than expected
•A genuinely disturbing news story on oral gonorrhea and why it’s being totally ignored in public health recommendations

🧠 The 6 STI Truths You Probably Don’t Know:
1.There’s no such thing as a “full panel.” That “10-panel” is marketing fluff — not medical reality.
2.Timeliness matters, but thoroughness matters more. Testing too soon with the wrong methods is like measuring once and cutting before you even check the tape.
3.Oral sex spreads STIs — and most tests miss it.
4.If you’re not getting oral screenings, you’re not really getting screened.
5.HIV obsession has blinded the public to far more common infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia.
6.Most STIs are asymptomatic. No symptoms doesn’t mean no infection.

These are the kinds of truths we talk about every day at Shameless Care, but most of the world hasn’t heard — or is still pretending not to know. So whether you’re monogamous, poly, vanilla, kinky, or just curious… this episode might be the sexual health wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.

And yes, we’re still making jokes along the way. Because if we’re going to talk about STIs, contact tracing, and awkward swabs — we might as well have fun doing it.

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This week on the Shameless Care Podcast, Robert and Anna are answering the internet’s most chaotic, panicked, and occasionally heartwarming questions about sex, STIs, and non-monogamy—pulled straight from Reddit.

We’re also getting ready for Naughty in New Orleans, the country’s largest lifestyle convention. That means we’re talking about how to stay safe, stay hot, and stay honest in spaces where consent, chemistry, and communication matter more than ever.

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🧠 In this episode:

1. Should you change condoms between partners during an orgy?
Yes. But we explain why, how, and how to not kill the mood while doing it.

2. “I’ve been monogamous for a year and just tested positive for trichomoniasis. Did my partner cheat?”
Maybe. Maybe not. We break down the science, timelines, and how to have that conversation without turning it into a full-blown betrayal spiral.

3. A guy received oral sex from a sex worker, took 12 HIV tests, and is still panicking.
We talk about anxiety vs. risk, what oral sex actually carries in terms of HIV danger (spoiler: very little), and how to stop spiraling when you’ve already tested negative repeatedly.

4. “I just found out I have chlamydia and I’m in a new relationship… but I haven’t been tested in over a year. Could it be from my ex?”
The chlamydia mystery timeline! How long it can hang around (rarely), and what’s actually more likely. Also: why crying over your first STI is totally normal—and what happens next.

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🍍 Plus: Naughty in New Orleans

Heading to Naughty in NOLA? So are we. We talk etiquette, testing strategy, how to avoid “forced friendliness,” and what it’s like to attend the world’s biggest swinger takeover.

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💬 Real Talk

We answer real questions with science, sarcasm, and a deep belief in shame-free healthcare. If you’ve ever Googled something at 2 a.m. and thought, “Is this normal?”—this episode is for you.

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🎯 Who this episode is for:
•Anyone who’s had sex… ever
•CNM couples who want to play safe and smart
•People confused by STI testing myths
•Reddit lurkers who never post but read it all
•Anyone attending Naughty in New Orleans
•Sex nerds, healthcare skeptics, and the “curious but cautious” crowd

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