Lauren Harkness: Tantra & F*ckboys & Sex Cults, oh my!

Today on the show, Tantric educator and kink connoisseur Lauren Harkness stops by to demystify everything from group clitoral stroking and Kundalini awakenings to the pitfalls of “Tantra f*ckboys” and sex cults. This episode explores the intersection of kink and Tantra, asking whether everyone has the capacity to switch between Dom and sub roles. The conversation covers Lauren’s journey from novice seeker to seasoned teacher in multiple traditions, highlighting the impact of clitoral stroking in group settings and why communal practice can accelerate healing. Lauren unpacks the essence of Neotantra, from subtle Kundalini work to the undeniable charge of erotic embodiment and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it means to train as a Modern Priestess, avoid “Tantra fuckboys” and navigate the pitfalls of sex-cult dynamics.A trained Tantrika and Advanced Certified Tantra Educator through Charles Muir’s Source School of Tantra, Lauren’s studies encompass Lafayette Morehouse practices, D/s arts and Shamanism with Om Rupani, Somatic Experiencing with Peter Levine, and the Mastery Program at Mama Gena’s School of Womanly Arts. Co-Founder of The Tantra Institute of NY, Lauren teaches Tantra and other healing modalities to large groups worldwide—including appearances at Burning Man, FYN, and Dark Odyssey—and offers private Tantra Sessions, coaching, and Reiki Healing Attunements. Her work is a powerful stand for personal freedom, grounded erotic exploration, and a life ablaze with awakened pleasure.Timestamps(03:12) Lauren's Journey and Teachings(07:54) Clitoral Stroking and the Power of Group Practices(19:09) Neotantra and Kundalini (30:53) The Intersection of Kink and Tantra(37:55) Is Everyone a Switch?(45:10) Training to be a Modern Priestess(49:12) Beware of the Tantra Fuckboy(57:40) How to Avoid a Sex CultLinksLauren Harkness@sensualalchemistress - Lauren HarknessTantra Illuminated: The Philosophy, History, and PracticeSource School of Tantra Yoga Lafayette MorehouseOm Rupani WorkshopsMama Gena