Why do we have a hundred nicknames for the vulva, but half of them feel weird, cringey, or downright insulting? Where did these words even come from? And why do so many of them turn into insults?

In this episode of Labia Logic, Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure dig into the messy, fascinating, and sometimes uncomfortable world of sex slang. Brace yourself because nothing is off the table.

Inspired in part by recent social media, they explore how language shapes stigma, why so many slang terms for women's bodies skew negative, and how even "funny" words can carry harmful undertones.

Along the way, they pull from a massive historical slang dictionary, share surprising origins, and call out the cultural patterns that keep shame alive.

Words matter. Your body is not the punchline. So let's reframe the conversation around vulvar anatomy with confidence instead of embarrassment. Doesn't that sound cliterific?

Links:

greensdictofslang.com

jonathongreen.substack.com

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

Ever wondered if squirting is something you're supposed to "achieve"? Have you panicked over a rogue queef at the worst possible moment? What about briefly considered a little… clit bling?

This episode of Labia Logic gets right in there with all the pop culture noise surrounding vulvas. Expectations are loud, information is questionable, and Google is not always your friend.

Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure are myth-busting the squirts, the queefs, and the piercings. They also talk about common misconceptions, from toilet seat paranoia to the idea that bodies should look, smell, or perform a certain way. All their info is grounded in anatomy, science, and real-life patient conversations.

Takeaway? Your body isn't broken. It's just not a TikTok highlight reel. Squirting is optional, not a gold medal event; queefs are normal and sometimes just… comedic timing; and clitoral piercings come with more risk than reward.

No shame. No stigma. They've got solid info and a reminder that normal spans a very wide range.

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

So you've climbed the mountain… but something still isn't quite right. Maybe it takes forever to get there, maybe the fireworks are more like a sparkler, or maybe your brain suddenly decides it's time to think about laundry.

This episode of Labia Logic is part 2 of our Orgasm Deep Dive with guest expert Dr. Irwin Goldstein. Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure continue to explain why orgasm isn't always straightforward, and why the answer is often way more complicated than "just relax."

During part 2, you'll learn why delayed or muted orgasms are especially common during perimenopause and menopause, how hormones like estrogen and testosterone can influence sensitivity and pleasure, and why some people may need to treat pain, nerve sensitivity, or brain chemistry before things improve.

It's nerdy. It's science-heavy.

And yes, it includes discussions about espresso, dopamine, and why orgasm might be one of the most fascinating full-body processes we have.

Links:

www.sdsm.info

YouTube @sdsexualmed

Facebook @SDSexMed

X @SDexualMed

isswsh.org

prosayla.com

About our Guest:

Dr. Goldstein has been involved with sexual dysfunction research since the late 1970s.

He has authored more than 380 publications as well as multiple book chapters and edited seven textbooks in the field. Dr. Goldstein is Director of Sexual Medicine at University of California San Diego East Campus, and sees patients in his private practice, San Diego Sexual Medicine.

He is a Clinical Professor of Urology and Voluntary Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences at University of California San Diego. He is a Past President of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH) and of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA).

The World Association for Sexual Health awarded the Gold Medal to Dr. Goldstein in 2009 in recognition of his lifelong contributions to the field.

He is happily married to his college sweetheart Sue, and together they have three children and five grandchildren.

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

Picture this: you're doing all the right things, the mood is right, the body is there… and yet pleasure has quietly left the building.Your orgasm has ghosted you!

In part one of an Orgasm Deep Dive on Labia Logic, Drs. Ashley Fuller and Meredith McClure are talking all about the very real experience of orgasm going AWOL. They have Dr. Irwin Goldstein as a guest expert to tell us why orgasm problems are almost never "just in your head" or "just hormonal" or "just pelvic."

Ashley, Meredith, and Irwin cover the five regions involved in orgasm and explain the orgasm dysfunction categories. This conversation reframes orgasm as a full-body, full-system event, and explains why missing pleasure deserves real medical curiosity, not a shrug.

Links:

www.sdsm.info

YouTube @sdsexualmed

Facebook @SDSexMed

X @SDexualMed

isswsh.org

prosayla.com

About our Guest:

Dr. Goldstein has been involved with sexual dysfunction research since the late 1970s.

He has authored more than 380 publications as well as multiple book chapters and edited seven textbooks in the field. His interests include surgery for dyspareunia, sexual health management post cancer treatment, persistent genital arousal disorder/genito-pelvic dysesthesia, physiologic investigation of sexual function, and diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunction in all genders. Dr. Goldstein is Director of Sexual Medicine at University of California San Diego East Campus, and sees patients in his private practice, San Diego Sexual Medicine.

He is a Clinical Professor of Urology and Voluntary Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences at University of California San Diego. He is past Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Impotence Research, The Journal of Sexual Medicine and Sexual Medicine Reviews. He is a Past President of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH) and of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA). He holds a degree in engineering from Brown University and received his medical degree from McGill University.

The World Association for Sexual Health awarded the Gold Medal to Dr. Goldstein in 2009 in recognition of his lifelong contributions to the field, in 2012 he received the ISSWSH Award for Distinguished Service in Women's Sexual Health, in 2013 he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the SMSNA, and in 2014 he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM).

He is happily married to his college sweetheart Sue, and together they have three children and five grandchildren.

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

If you've ever left an appointment thinking, "Wait…is this all in my head?" then this episode of Labia Logic is your group chat in podcast form. Recorded from a hotel room bed (strictly for lighting reasons), Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure are on the topic of the all-too-common experience of medical gaslighting and why feeling dismissed is way more common than it should be.

Ashley and Meredith are broadcasting from the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH) conference, and the conversation reveals how clinicians learn, collaborate, and (sometimes) unlearn outdated ideas. They are (un)covering it all: vulvar pain, hormones, and libido.

Ashley and Meredith emphasize that lack of education, not lack of symptoms, often leads to dismissive care. And they're explaining why a multidisciplinary, whole-person approach is changing the game.

Know this: your symptoms are real, patient autonomy matters, and "just relax and have a glass of wine" is not a treatment plan. WE believe YOU!

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

Herpes. Yep. We said it out loud. A word that can trigger panic, shame spirals, and frantic Googling… but what if we told you it's also extremely common, very misunderstood, and not the relationship-ending disaster pop culture makes it out to be?

In this episode of Labia Logic, Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure tell us why herpes happens. And also why it should come with way less stigma than it does.

Ashley and Meredith explain the difference between HSV-1 and HSV-2, how transmission actually works, and why routine herpes screening isn't recommended, even when you're begging your doctor to "test me for everything."

You'll learn how herpes is diagnosed correctly, why antivirals like valacyclovir are effective and low-drama, how to reduce outbreaks and transmission, and what to know about dating, disclosure, pregnancy, and newborn safety.

Herpes is manageable, common, and absolutely not a moral failing—just a skin virus with a wildly overinflated reputation. From myths to medicine, this episode delivers relief, realism, and a much-needed dose of Labia Logic.

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

Ever wondered if a vibrator could be your new favorite wellness tool? And which one is the "right" one anyway?

In this episode of Labia Logic Dr. Meredith McClure and Dr. Ashley Fuller dive headfirst into the world of pleasure with zero shame, lots of laughs, and a reminder that orgasm is a learned skill, not a magic trick you missed in sex ed.

The hosts welcome Elizabeth Leister of Vitality Within, a sexual wellness coach who helps women navigate vibrators, tools, and sexual pleasure with clarity and compassion. Together, they explain why sexual health is health, how pleasure connects to blood flow, hormones, menopause, postpartum changes, and long-term relationships, and why using tools isn't "cheating," it's teamwork.

From beginner-friendly vibes to suction tech, rabbits, rings, and the legendary wand, they explain what's out there and who each option might help.

Bottom line? Pleasure should be playful, empowering, and fun. Whether you're flying solo, spicing up date night, or just curious, this episode proves that good vibrations really are good medicine.

About our Guest:

Elizabeth Leister: I began my career as a teacher. At the same time, I was coaching girls in Junior OlympicVolleyball clubs. I moved on from teaching and transitioned into specialty pharmaceutical sales. I continued coaching for many years. After my second child was born, I spent 14 years at home as a stay-at-home mom, where my knowledge and passion for all things fitness and nutrition grew and developed. In this time, I was able to educate and coach many women in nutrition and fitness. After recognizing an unmet need in women's health around sexual wellness, I started Vitality Within to help fill this gap, while at the same time keeping the conversation around nutrition and fitness all tied into sexual health.

Links:

vitality-within.com

@vitalitywithinwellness on Instagram

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic

In this episode of Labia Logic, Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure are kicking off January by diving headfirst into orgasms, because women's sexual pleasure still doesn't get nearly enough airtime.

From awkward silence to Hollywood myths, they ask the big questions we're all thinking: Why don't we talk about this more? Who do you even ask when something isn't working? And why did no one cover this in OB-GYN residency?

The good news: if orgasms are elusive, you're not broken, and you're definitely not alone.

This episode covers what orgasms actually are: a full-body, full-brain event involving nerves, blood flow, hormones, pelvic floor muscles, and neurotransmitters. Oh and yes, the brain! The biggest sex organ of all.

Ashley and Meredith are talking about common myths like penetration-only orgasms, explaining the infamous orgasm gap, and calling out pop culture for setting wildly unrealistic expectations. They even explain why faking orgasms happens, how it backfires, and why pleasure ≠ performance.

This episode lays the groundwork for how to troubleshoot, optimize, and reclaim pleasure. Everyone deserves a sex life that's satisfying, shame-free, and actually enjoyable. Homework encouraged.

More about the hosts of Labia Logic:
Dr. Ashley Fuller is a Sexual Medicine Gynecologist and Vulvar Specialist in Seattle, WA.

www.ashleyfullermd.com

Dr. Meredith McClure is a Menopause Specialist, Sexual Medicine Gynecologist, and Vulvar Specialist in Dallas, TX.

www.meredithmccluremd.com

Follow the show on Instagram @labia_logic