Natasha Helfer

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The Art and Intelligence of Swearing

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About this Podcast:

The last two times I have presented on sex therapy and faith transitions at the Mormon Mental Health Association, I have received a similar critique that goes something along the lines of: “I wish you wouldn’t swear during your presentations. It’s unprofessional.” Since, these evaluations are confidential/private, I thought I would turn my response into a podcast so we could have a wider discussion about the taboos of swearing, some of the reasons they exist, and why my swearing is actually an intentional part of how I present.

Here to help me have this discussion is Aimee Heffernan, a dear friend and colleague who has much in common with me in regards to our professional background.

Podcast Notes/Resources:

The Wardless Podcast: What the Cuss: A Post-Mo Guide to Swears

The Atlantic article: The Case for Mindful Cursing

The Atlantic article: An Ode to Swearing

OMGYES!

Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro music by Otter Creek.

Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini