For media purposes, here are several versions of my bio, as well as head shots/promo images:
MINI:
August McLaughlin is a journalist, author of several books and host and producer of Girl Boner Radio, which was named “one of the best sex podcasts you should be listening to in 2022” by Romper and one of the top feminist podcasts by Bellesa. Her articles and expertise have been featured in a range of publications, including Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, DAME Magazine, O: The Oprah Magazine, Forbes and Shape. She’s also a certified sex educator with related expertise in eating disorders and ADHD.
SHORT (119 words):
August McLaughlin is a nationally recognized journalist, author of Girl Boner and host and producer of the narrative podcast, Girl Boner Radio, which was named one of the best sex podcasts you should be listening to in 2022 by Romper and one of the top feminist podcasts by Bellesa. Her articles and expertise have been featured in a range of publications, including Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, DAME Magazine, O: The Oprah Magazine, Forbes, Shape and Bustle. Her latest book, With Pleasure, cowritten by Jamila M. Dawson, LMFT, explores managing trauma triggers for more vibrant sex and relationships. Known for melding personal passion, artistry and activism, August uses her personal passion and skills to encourage others to embrace their bodies, sexuality and selves for richer, more meaningful lives.
LONGER (260 words):
August McLaughlin is a nationally recognized health and sexuality journalist and host and producer of the podcast, Girl Boner Radio, which offers a spicy blend of personal stories, in-depth reporting and inspiration. Reviewers have called the show “Sex in the City meets NPR” and the “Fresh Air of Sex” and the show frequents Apple Podcasts’ sexuality chart.
August’s work as an advocate for sexual empowerment and gender parity led her to the TEDx stage and to attend the 2016 United State of Women summit as a nominated change maker. Her articles have appeared in a range of publications, including Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post and DAME Magazine. August is also a trauma-informed certified sex educator with a passion for myth-busting and normalizing stigmatized topics.
Publishers Weekly called her book, Girl Boner: The Good Girl’s Guide to Sexual Empowerment “equally fun, risqué, and informative” and “a welcome addition to sexual health literature.” The New York Times called it “terrifically encouraging” and “a thorough primer on everything from sex toys to bondage to ‘no means no.” Her workbook, Girl Boner Journal: A Guided Journal to Sexual Joy and Empowerment, is full of true stories and writing prompts for deepening sexual self-discovery. Her latest book, With Pleasure, cowritten by Jamila Dawson, LMFT, explores ways to manage trauma triggers for more vibrant sex and relationships.
Known for melding personal passion, artistry and activism, August uses her skills to lift others’ voices, debunk damaging myths, and encourage folks to embrace their bodies, sexuality and selves, making way for richer, more authentic lives.
