Cindy Gallop: How To Know What You Want In Bed (and how to get it!)

Begin Again with Davina McCall

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Thursday, 5 March 2026 - 1 hour 18 minutes

Finding Confidence in Your Sex Life Can Change the Way You Live…

In this episode of Begin Again, Cindy Gallop, sex educator, advocate, and founder of Make Love Not Porn IS BACK! Sharing her unfiltered thoughts on how to know what you want in bed and, more importantly, how to get it.

Cindy talks about the importance of sexual agency, why communication is the key to great intimacy, and how we can all break free from shame around desire. With her signature boldness, Cindy dives into why sex isn’t just about physical pleasure but about emotional connection, self-confidence, and empowerment.

She also opens up about her own experiences, challenging societal taboos, and reimagining how we can talk about sex, no matter our age. From tackling societal shame to unlocking your sexual desires, Cindy’s advice is both raw and real, making this a must-watch for anyone seeking to reclaim their pleasure and confidence.

Join Cindy as she proves it’s never too late to begin again, especially when it comes to embracing your truest self.

🌟 Follow for more thought-provoking episodes on self-discovery, empowerment, and reinvention. Leave a comment below, who or what would you like to see next?

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Follow us here:📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) INTRO

(01:14) Why Dressing for Yourself Matters

(04:37) Why We Don’t Talk About Sex

(07:52) Sextortion: Why We Should Talk to Our Kids About Sex

(21:49) Making Sex Real, Not Performative

(26:13) Normalising Conversations Around Pleasure

(28:01) Airbnb Ad

(29:06) Bloom & Wild Ad

(30:14) How Communication Gives You Sexual Power

(36:06) Building Confidence in Bed

(37:55) Thriving Sexually as You Get Older

(46:31) Navigating the Evolving Sexual Landscape

(54:32) Exploring Polyamory, Swinging, and Non-Monogamy

(58:55) Why Desire and Self-Love Matter

(01:02:31) Keeping Sex Alive in Long-Term Partnerships

(01:06:08) What Every Man Should Understand About Sex and Intimacy

(01:08:40) Cindy Answers Your Questions

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