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New Age, New Standards

2011-12-05T22:58:00.000-05:00

Since the rise of the internet in the 1990s, it has bern integrated into our society and, in a lot of ways, has begun to define our culture. Today, most people have access to the Internet in their pocket – and we thought the telephone was revolutionary. Our culture has become fast-paced, dependent on immediate gratification, and more interconnected than ever before.

While these changes carry historical significance in terms of global communication, politics, and many other facets of life, it has also revolutionized dating. The first thing this notion might bring to mind is online dating; but more important than that is the impact that the Internet and constant connectivity has had on standards of courtship. When our generations’ parents were dating, they sat and waited by the phone, stared out the window at the mailbox, and went to school or the mall with the hope that they might run into the object of their affections. Our generation gets annoyed if someone you are interested in does not respond to your text message within five minutes of you sending it – heaven forbid they choose to read your message and not respond (you just got “R’ed”!). The ability to instantly connect to a person of romantic interest has a lot of advantages and disadvantages when it comes to courting. It cuts out the middle man of actually requiring someone to ask their romantic interest on a date. You can find out all the answers to your questions (major, hometown, family life, interests, hopes, dreams, plans, etc.) by simply reading a Facebook page instead of conversing over a meal or coffee.

By cutting out the necessity of face-to-face conversation that dating encompasses, there is a greater emphasis put on “hooking-up”. Countless studies show that one of the essential ingredients to forming a lasting relationship is intimacy, which involves a mutually satisfying, close relationship with another person. How can this increasingly popular culture of “hooking-up” possibly lead to intimacy?

The constant connectivity that characterizes our generation, for better or for worse, is not going to disappear; in fact, it will probably become even more prominent in our culture. The need for immediate gratification is a side-effect of constant connectivity; we expect to get what we want when we want it. Dependency on immediate gratification leads to hedonism becoming the norm in our culture; and living only for pleasure is not a lifestyle that encourages mutually respectful courting that ideally results in achieving intimacy with another person. Our parents’ generation courted by asking their romantic interest out on a date – an act that requires patience, planning, understanding, and, most importantly, time. Our generation courts by shooting a romantic interest an e-mail or text message asking about plans for the night in the hopes of seeing that person out at the bar. Has our generation become so immersed in immediate gratification and impersonal communication that the concept of dating will become extinct?

Long distance dating has never been easier and the divorce rates have never been higher. Our generation is the lab rat for the effects of constant connectivity and it is our challenge to create a positive outcome and set an example for the younger generations that are also growing up in this new age of connectivity. Dating is timeless and courting should be done personally – they have stood the test of time for this long. Don’t let our generation be the ones to erase them.

Offensive or Funny?

2011-11-28T16:50:00.000-05:00

There is a fine line between something being offensive and something being funny – sometimes, it can be both! Everybody loves a good joke that is surprisingly true, definitely not politically correct, and makes you feel slightly uncomfortable to the point where you need to casually look to see who’s around you. But where do you draw the line?

The point where is stops being funny and becomes offensive usually arrives in the shape of the butt of the joke challenging the joke-maker or some kind of authority shutting down your joke. Worst case scenario: the cops.
Sure it’s kind of funny to pee on a building or moon someone with your bare behind out of a moving vehicle; no one is denying the offensive funniness of those choices. However, those decisions that seemed pretty darn hilarious with all of your friends and under the cover of night aren’t quite as funny when they land you on a sex offender registry.

General rule: don’t whip out anything that requires an undergarment (i.e. all things included under the blanket term, “private parts”) while in public – no matter how much it might seem like a good idea at the time.

Another very important notion to keep in mind is that “no” always means “NO”; and a “no” can be communicated in several ways. A verbal “no” is obvious in its meaning and it means that you should exit the situation immediately. A non-verbal “no” is harder to pick up on sometimes but one should always assume “no” until you verbally start to hear “yes” (with or without inflection). Anyone who has ever seen Law and Order: Special Victims Unit knows that you do not want to get caught up in a “he-said-she-said” situation. If your partner can not give consent (i.e. inebriated, mute, etc.), the answer is always no – doesn’t matter if it is your consistent booty-call or your spouse of fifty years (congratulations!), never make any assumptions because Olivia (and Elliot – why did he have to leave the show?!) will get justice for the victim.

An act as funny and seemingly insignificant as flashing or urinating outside can put you in the same category as someone who did something that is not funny all. Once you are a registered sex offender, anyone and everyone can find out that information about you by simply doing some research from anywhere with Internet access. You don’t want that; no one wants that. Be smart, keep your pants on (in public), and you might still have a shot at getting a job in this economy – maybe.

http://www.nsopw.gov/Core/Portal.aspx
http://www.familywatchdog.us/

Thanking and Giving is Sexy

2011-11-21T22:12:00.000-05:00

Thanksgiving is a time when family and friends strap on their elastic banded pants and gather to eat obscene amounts of delicious comfort food. It is understandable that this is the only day of the year when it is acceptable to consume turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry, yams, various side dishes, pies, etc. in one sitting. Why it is the one day of the year where it is acceptable to give thanks, however, is a mystery. The act of giving thanks can be appropriate in several contexts: thanking your mother for always being there for you, thanking your grandparents for the monetary donations over the years, thanking the armed forces for protecting you, and even thanking your lover.

“Thanksgiving” itself, with all of its connotations of family, friends, and food, might seem off-topic on a sex blog; who would want to be naked and in a sexual situation after eating a Thanksgiving meal? But if you break the word up, you can see how it is entirely applicable. To keep in order, let’s start with “thanks”. You are thankful to your lover for all that you receive from them; ranging from oral sex and late-night texts to cute presents and free meals; they can do things for you that you could do yourself but would much prefer someone else to do for you – and it ain’t a one-way street, people. When you are thankful to your grandmother, you give her a hug, kiss on the cheek, and call it a day. When you are thankful to your lover, on the other hand, it requires a little more “giving” on your part. There are 364 other days of the year where it is one hundred percent acceptable (and applaudable) for you to “return the favor” and give your lover a little thanks for all that they do for you.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Natural Aphrodisiacs for an All Natural Good Time

2011-11-14T18:13:00.000-05:00

Many people who express a difficulty with reaching an orgasm or getting pleasure out of sexual acts turn straight to sex toys, pornography, and other man-created solutions to problems in the bedroom. These people are overlooking a much easier (and likely more cost efficient) solution; natural aphrodisiacs.

• Natural peppermint soap or shampoo: This scent can help women to reach an orgasm or to have multiple orgasms (woohoo!).

• Cinnamon: It doesn’t just spice up dishes in the kitchen; cinnamon has also proven itself to spice up sex lives and reduce the likelihood of a urinary tract infection (for women).

• Saw Palmetto (good for men): Studies show that it decreases the urgency to pee when you have an empty bladder, nourishes the prostate gland, increases the production of testosterone, and can slow down the appearance of male pattern baldness.

• Pumpkin Seeds: These are known to increase sex drive but also fertility; so, as always, be safe! The high levels of zinc found in these seeds that cause these effects can also be experienced by eating oysters – but pumpkin seeds are little easier to eat on a regular basis than slippery, slimy oysters.

• Spicy Foods and Wasabi: Similar to the effects of sex (perspiration, increased heart rate, etc.), spicy foods are rumored to serve as a natural aphrodisiac for some foreplay. Adding spicy wasabi to your sushi can lead to a hotter sexual encounter.

• Caviar: It might be smelly and made up of fish eggs but this hors d'oeuvre contains many vitamins that nourish nerve cells and increase pleasure – just brush your teeth, please.

• Vanilla, Patchouli, and Musk: All three of these scents (not combined together) promote and stimulate sexual feelings and arousal. The smell of musk might seem out of place on the list of scents to get your juices flowing; it is said to resemble the smell of testosterone and ignite sexual desires.

• Corn Starch: The sexual benefits from this ingredient do not come from consuming it; trickling corn starch onto the nude or semi-nude body creates an incredible sensation sure to drive your partner wild.

• Tomatoes: The juicy tomato is sensual to eat and to watch someone eat. A pair of plump lips pressed about a succulent, red tomato is sure to get your blood rising. Tomatoes can also help to calm pre-sex anxieties and improve muscle control.

• Avocados: In addition to the smooth and delicate texture of the inner avocado, they also provide a healthy source of vitamin E that hydrates and replenishes soft, sexy skin.

• Chocolate: A natural source of phenyl ethylamine, the chemical produced when feelings of love are felt, chocolate is also said to have similar feelings of satisfaction to the feelings felt after sexual intercourse. Chocolate is good, chocolate is great.

All of these aphrodisiacs can play a role in bettering your sexual experiences but the most important factor to remember is: it’s all in your head. Your mind is the most powerful factor in improving your sexual experience. Be imaginative, be safe, be smart, don’t be afraid to feel pleasure, and always, always remember that where there’s a will, there’s a way.

http://www.lifescript.com/life/sex/libido 10_natural_aphrodisiacs_to_turn_up_the_heat.aspx
http://www.askmen.com/dating/love_tip/55_love_tip.html
http://planetgreen.discovery.com/food-health/green-sex-natural-aphrodisiacs.html

Nothing Gold Can Stay

2011-11-07T19:28:00.000-05:00

It's a known fact that men are fertile until the end of their lives and women are not. Many misconstrue this fact to say that men will be sexing for longer -- WRONG. Where women continue to explore their sexual desires and refine the art of the orgasm with a growing enthusiasm throughout their lives, males peak around eighteen years of age and go downhill from there. In fact, there is a 2% drop-off in testosterone production each year after men hit age thirty. The decrease in testosterone levels leads to a lower libido, changes in mood and emotions, a decrease in strength, loss of muscle tissue, and an increase in body fat. By the time you hit forty years of age, damn...do I even need to say the dreaded statistic for every male?

After age forty, men are two to three times more likely to have a lackluster sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and trouble with ejaculation and experiencing an orgasm.

The lesson here for young college men in their sexual peak: enjoy this time of your life now because it is short lived; going out every night and taking a different girl home is fun now. But how are you going to get random girls to come home with you when those perfect, seemingly invincible erections stop popping up so easily and that toned tight, youthful body starts to unravel? The point here, fellas, is not that you need to settle down with any girl that will still have you; just don’t let this stage of your life cancel out any chance of you settling down later (i.e., try not to get with every girl on the block because no girl wants to settle down with the guy that all of her friends have already seen naked). It wouldn’t be the worst idea for you to try to find a girl now or to just be conscious of the end goal. “Forever young” sounds nice but, unfortunately, those are only lyrics in a song; a more accurate quote: “nothing gold can stay.”

http://www.askmen.com/daily/austin_150/155_fashion_style.html

Freshman Girls

2011-10-31T18:02:00.000-04:00

What is it about a freshman girl that screams, “I’m ready to make mistakes”? Is it their utter lack of exposure to contraband and horny frat guys prior to entering college? Or could it simply be that no one gave them the advice they needed to hear before graduating the safe bubble of high school and starting the crazy college lifestyle?

College guys – mostly upperclassmen and potentially future cradle-robbers – often joke saying, “freshman girls: get ‘em while they’re still skinny”. While that is a) funny and b) tragically true in many cases, it can also be worded as, “freshman girls: get ‘em while they still don’t know better”.

These eighteen-year-old girls walk into college wide-eyed and ready for new experiences – and somewhere right around the corner, there is someone ready to take advantage. Now, don’t take that as an incentive to stay in every night playing Words with Friends, casually eating chicken fingers and fries at the Hideaway, and steadily gaining the freshman fifteen. College, especially in a cool city such as Ann Arbor, has an infinite number of opportunities for you to be social and expand your horizons; but when you go out, maybe to a bar (18 and up, of course) or a fraternity party, don’t be an idiot. You might wonder, “Hmm…am I an idiot? What the hell would make me an idiot?” An idiotic freshman girl is someone you cannot recognize until you are no longer a freshman. She often drinks in excess and feels that because she and some rando-dude have been talking for five minutes and are now best friends, it is okay to accept illegal drugs from them or go to their room (for whatever stupid line he drops – i.e. better quality alcohol, to hang out, or to show you something).

Another idiot move is dormcest. What is dormcest, you ask? Its ‘dorm’ and ‘incest’ combined, you idiot; it is what you call hooking up with someone (or multiple someone’s) who live in your dorm. In theory, it has a few big benefits: minimal walk-of-shame (a real plus when it starts to get cold out), you don’t even have to go out to hook up, and you never have to worry about not being able to brush your teeth. Nine times out of ten, however, it does not work. Fact: it can and will get awkward. For awhile, dormcest is fun but things start to go downhill when you want to bring somebody else back with you and you run into your dormcestual partner; be prepared for that inevitable tricky turn of events when starting a dormcest relationship.

Idiotic freshman girls can also be found making a scene in a public place and probably sitting on the dirty sidewalk; i.e. “OMG…[sobbing/yelling] we hooked up one time and he said he would call and now I just saw him making out with that chick over there! I thought we were gonna be, like, boyfriend/girlfriend! [sobbing and more yelling in a public place] He SAID he liked me!”

Making a scene in public is really never going to be to your benefit – unless you challenge someone to a dance-off and win or something. It is especially disadvantageous when you are making a scene about something embarrassing for you, such as rejection or falling down. If something embarrassing happens and you are not in a good state of mind, just go home. Additionally, most guys in college do not want to be your boyfriend, in fact, you really shouldn’t want most of them to be your boyfriend – be selective, ladies. The dating scene these days usually follows a pretty formulaic pattern: you hook-up and then there is either some sort of follow through or not. If there is no follow through after you meet somebody or hook-up with them, they likely don’t like you.

So, please, for the sake of everyone around you; don’t be an idiot.

“Halloween is the one night a year when girls can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it.” – Mean Girls

2011-10-24T17:32:00.000-04:00

Halloween weekend is just around the corner and that means at least three to four nights of celebration. Awesome, right? What it really means is three to four nights of having to find different costumes and on each night you are faced with the ultimate question, “should I go slutty?”(Plus having some back-up costume options for the likely case that someone else is wearing the same costume as you, of course).

For guys, coming up with Halloween costumes is easy; recycle from last year, come up with a clever title for anything that allows you to wear a jacket, find some way to expose your muscles, make up any excuse to grow out your facial hair. It almost does not matter what you wear as long as you are not dressed up as a hotdog or some other hard-to-dance-in-costume on a night that you are trying to hook up with someone (or some people).

When it comes to girls, sorry, Halloween costumes are not so simple. The choice between dressing up in a non-original, slutty costume and a clever, non-revealing costume is a tough one. Extensive research results show, however, that you will get just as much play wearing sexy lingerie topped with bunny ears as you will wearing a Bob Marley t-shirt and a pot on your head. On the other hand, if you do not have a lot going for you other than a smoking bod and aren’t actually clever enough to come up with a funny costume that is still kind of cute, you might want to stick with the tried and true method of dressing like a total, unoriginal slut (i.e. devil/angel, firefighter, police officer, small animal, nurse, schoolgirl, etc.) because, after all, it is the one night of the year where (almost) no other girls can say anything about it.

*Disclaimer: this blog post refers to extensive research that is completely, one hundred percent based on personal observation (definitely not experience)

‘Bongs and Thongs’ Still in Progress

2011-10-10T08:48:00.000-04:00

If you’ve been strolling around East Liberty Street near Fourth Avenue recently, you may have seen where the new head shop/sex store, ‘Bongs and Thongs’, was supposed to open at the end of this past July. However, construction of the retail store has been halted due to a zoning issue that concerns its product. The city ordinance forbids the sale of “devices of simulated human genitals or devices designed for sexual stimulation” in that particular district of downtown Ann Arbor.

Right off the bat, you would think that the real issue with opening this store would be what the ‘Bongs’ part of the title entails; but apparently that is not the case. Ann Arbor is known for its quirkiness and general liberal environment; full of unique Ann Arbor townies, farmer’s markets, vintage stores, clothing boutiques, the ‘Safe Sex Store’ right off campus, as well as a number of other eccentric establishments scattered throughout Kerrytown and downtown. The addition of ‘Bongs and Thongs’ fits in quite nicely with the accepting atmosphere that the locals and students alike have embraced here in Ann Arbor. The city and their ordinances that keep stores like ‘Bongs and Thongs’ from opening and bars such as ‘5th Quarter’ and ‘Studio 4’ (currently under the name of ‘Dream Nite Club’) from operating are, in the words of Harry Potter, “riddikulus!”.

Finishing construction and finally unveiling ‘Bongs and Thongs’ as a retail option for those shoppers who grimace at the thought of trekking across the Diag from the ‘Safe Sex Store’ to ’42 Degrees’ (because, let’s face it, their selection is much better than ‘Smoka Hookah’) will be a light at the end of a long tunnel. The introduction of an alternative to the ‘Safe Sex Store’ will be a welcome change to sexually active/curious/bored students and locals. In accordance with the stipulations about their merchandise, ‘Bongs and Thongs’ (when it eventually opens at 119 E. Liberty Street) will feature: hookah products, hand-blown glass tobacco products, hose cleaners, decorations, incense, posters, games, massage lotions and oils, body jewelry, party supplies, lubrication and beauty supplies. ‘Bongs and Thongs’ – the name says it all.

News articles on the topic:

http://www.annarbor.com/business-review/bongs-thongs-head-shop-and-sex-store-to-open-in-former-liberty-street-video-in-downtown-ann-arbor/

http://www.annarbor.com/news/top-5-signs-that-bongs-thongs-proves-that-downtown-ann-arbor-is-at-a-crossroad/

http://www.annarbor.com/business-review/construction-on-bongs-thongs-retailer-delayed-amid-zoning-concerns-from-the-city/

http://www.michigandaily.com/opinion/daily-thongs-and-bongs

http://annarbor.com/business-review/bongs-thongs-reminds-downtown-ann-arbor-of-former-red-light-district-as-city-blocks-sex-toys/

Perfect for the Pickiest Dater

2011-10-03T11:08:00.000-04:00

The life of a college student or recent graduate is busy and full of stress during these tough economic times. Finding a job should be the greatest challenge you face today – not finding a date. Luckily, this competitive job market and struggling economy are coupled with the introduction of a new kind of dating website; the ability to specify what university you prefer your partner to come from, what subject they major in (or teach?!), and even what type of relationship you are looking for (one-night-stand, actual dinner date, potential boyfriend/girlfriend, someone who actually wants to talk to you other than your therapist, etc.) is finally at your fingertips. Most importantly for eighteen to twenty something year olds when it comes to online dating is…having no one find out that you are online dating! Nothing is sadder then all of your friends finding out about your JDate and eHarmony accounts; so even though you clearly created them because you’re looking for a wider range of people to hook up with, it’s still frowned upon. Yet, it’s totally socially acceptable for you to wear your hottest, sluttiest outfits out on a thirsty Thursday night at Dream when you are looking to get some but when you try finding some potential hook ups online – it’s just not cool.

Cut to – the introduction of DateMySchool.com onto your social radar here at Michigan. Going to the same old bars and seeing the same old people is getting tired; it’s time for a change that will make a difference. Recycling to save the environment is really “in” right now; recycling through all of your friends’ past hook ups, on the other hand, is not. It’s time to widen the selection of potential hook ups without making a huge effort to expand your social scene or take time away from more important things. If you thought Facebook was revolutionary; this could be the next big thing.

http://datemyschool.com/
Watch the video advertisement on the homepage!

Rules of Hooking-Up in College: Who's Acceptable?

2011-09-26T08:51:00.000-04:00

It’s always been clear to both sexes that hooking up with a younger girl or hooking up with an older guy is acceptable. Research actually shows that older men who father children with younger women increase the lifespan of their offspring. From an evolutionary standpoint, older men represent security and a multitude of resources to eligible younger women so it is no surprise that the practice of older men dating younger women has become a common occurrence.

In terms of college life, a freshman guy starts out at the bottom of the hook-up hierarchy and has the next four years of chasing tail to look forward too because their pool of options continues to grow. Every year new classes of freshmen girls arrive to replace the last class; creating the image that hot, new girls keep arriving on campus while you, as a guy, get progressively more filled-out and more attractive to the young, naïve coeds.

But what about when those coveted freshmen girls enter into their sophomore slump? Or when they eventually become SENIOR GIRLS?! The selection of girls for college guys is constantly growing while the selection pool for college girls quickly becomes an evaporated puddle. As a college coed makes her way up the ranks in college, she has two acceptable options: lockdown a boyfriend within the first two years as an underclassman or start dipping into the pool of younger college boys.

Five Rules of Robbing the Cradle:

1. Don’t go back to their dorm or their fraternity house – too many other younger guys there will see you and you DON’T want to get a reputation as that-older-girl-that-gets-with-all-the-younger-guys

2. Unless you really like the young fella, keep strict hook-up etiquette – no dates, nothing but late-night texts, and avoid seeing them during daylight hours at all costs

3. If you plan on nabbing a freshman boy before he gets a bid to a frat, BEWARE: Your frat star ex-boyfriend could end up turning your NEW boyfriend into dead, (not fresh), meat– and you’ll probably get mocked for it at skeeps

4. DON’T keep mentioning his age difference during your hot and (somewhat) shameful hookups. Like a pink elephant in the room, there is no need to mention the fact that while you are driving your friends’ cars from your apartment to Hillers to get your meals, he is taking the bus from Bursley to MoJo to get his

5. Keep his phone number. In five years, hooking up with him might have actually become acceptable

Regardless of society and evolution frowning upon older girls hooking up with younger guys, nothing can spoil the fun of hooking up in college. When in doubt, everybody looks the same in the dark (just make sure they are over eighteen).

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20822095/ns/health-livescience/t/older-man-younger-woman-good-all/#.TnvJj-yMZAo

Where in the World is a Big Carmen San Dickago

2011-03-28T17:22:00.000-04:00

An interesting article caught my eye today about penis sizes around the world. If you’re looking to study abroad or visit, let’s just say Asia for example, you should know that they have, on average, the smallest penises in the world. For a guy, that could be great – you’ve never looked more endowed in your life. Congrats! For a girl, however, it might be something to take into consideration.

Additionally, it seems as though the expression “once you go black, you never go back” may be based on truth. Africa, on average, is home to some of the largest human, male penises in the world.

If you’re interested in further exploring another factor that can weigh into your next vacation destination or study abroad location, check out the link and learn more about penis size around the world.
http://www.globalpost.com/dispatches/globalpost-blogs/the-rice-bowl/penis-size-world-map

Still hungover? Another St. Party’s weekend DONE

2011-03-21T16:09:00.000-04:00

We got decked out in green clothes, drank green beer that colored our teeth, ate green tortillas at Panchero’s, and danced our little leprechaun butts off. Now, the weekend of reckless partying is over…so what’s next?
The festive air and loose attitude of St. Patrick’s Day in college brought about many hook-ups and action getting days/nights. In the wake of the craziness, are several date parties and last chances of trying to hook-up with that special someone you’ve been eyeing before finals start and you stop going out as much. Take advantage of the metaphorical seeds you planted over the weekend and ask someone to your date party. Text them before you go out at night and see if they are too. The going-out opportunities at school are numbered. Carpe noctem.

Sexy Song of the Week

2011-03-14T09:14:00.000-04:00

A sexy song is a song you like to grind to. A song you like you to drop it low and bring it up slow to. To get really close and bump and grind to.

A song you like to have intense, dry sex in public to.

This week’s sexy song of the week is a classic number by the suave R. Kelly: Ignition (remix). It’s not so subtle hints about putting the key in the ignition really get people’s motors running with its smooth beats. It is a classic song that people grind/make-out on the dance floor to, which makes it our sexy song of the week.

Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6y_4_b6RS8

Spring Break: The Aftermath

2011-03-09T18:35:00.000-05:00

Back to the sunless Ann Arbor after a week of wild times in the sun (except for those people that did not go somewhere wonderful and warm – sucks). For the rest of us, we are left with remnants of the sun’s effects (sunburn/peeling/quickly fading tans) and hazy memories of spring break hook-ups.
The question now is, were those hook-ups just a spring break thing or will they continue now that we are back at school?
The answer to this ultimate question is simple: it depends.
But here are some possible signs to determine if it was a spring-break-only-deal or if it could continue.

1. Did they ask for your number? If the answer is no, then the answer you should expect about a late night hook-up is also, no.

2. Have you recently become Facebook friends with your fling? This is a tricky sign to read because if they did friend you, it could mean two things: they’re into hitting you up again or they just wanted to clarify who you/what you look like/reassure themselves that it was okay to hook-up with you because it was just spring break (so it’s like it didn’t happen).

3. You see you have some pictures tagged together on Facebook, are those tags still tagged? You might want to keep an eye on that because if you’re getting your pictures together untagged, your hook-up probably is
a) embarrassed
b) has a significant other of sorts and is nervous about them discovering what an asshole they were
c) they are just a freak about how they look in tagged pictures.

4. A final sign is whether or not they find some way to contact you. Either online, by phone, through a mutual friend, or in person (probably near or around Scorekeepers).

Hopefully, or maybe not so hopefully, all your spring break hook-ups will turn into awesome, non-dramatic, problem/heartbreak-free relationships but, honestly, don’t get your hopes up. Keep an open mind. It was fun while it lasted so who cares if it might be over. There’s a million fish in the sea and three nights of the week that people go to Skeeps.

It tasted a little…funky

2011-02-21T09:14:00.000-05:00

If you’ve ever given oral sex to a man then you know that semen has its own special…flavor. But what you might not know, guys, is that there are ways to alter the taste of your semen. Most importantly, your diet has a huge effect. Similar to how sweat can smell strongly after eating a heavily spiced meal, your sperm will also reflect the spices in its taste. What a man ejaculates is actually only about 1% sperm. The rest is composed of various proteins, vitamins, sugars, salts, cholesterol, and water. All the extras are what protect, feeds, and fuels the sperm in its journey from the penis to your taste buds. In other words, it is not surprising that your semen is so affected by what you eat. The final goal should be to have a sweeter tasting sperm that makes your partner not dread oral sex every time and gives them some incentive to come back for more. Remember, what you put into your body takes between 12 and 24 hours to secrete out and you should simply keep this in mind before eating and deciding whether you want a better sperm taste on that particular day or not!

Here are ten suggestions to help sweeten up your love juices:

1. Cut out alcohol, caffeine, recreational drugs and nicotine- they're all pollutants.

2. Drink lots of water 1 - 2 liters a day to flush out body toxins.

3. Fruit get plenty each day: Pineapple, papaya cranberry, melons, mangos, apples grapes are all good choices. These fruits are high in natural sugars and offset the bitter taste of semen.

4. Eat plenty of vegetables. While it is true vegetarians generally have better tasting sperm there are a few vegetables to avoid: Any vegetables from the cabbage family are big no-nos, also Cauliflower, broccoli, or asparagus

5. Cut red meat consumption (this is a big contributor to what makes sperm taste salty). Dairy produce such as milk and cheese also make sperm taste salty.
Make sure when you eat protein you get good quality, lean protein such as chicken and turkey. Also, fish is claimed by some to be an offender in terms of taste, but this seems to vary between individuals. Try it and see the affects before cutting it out, fish is a major part of a healthy diet, so don't cut it out!

6. Avoid heavy spices such as Garlic and onions, they're big offenders when it comes to sperm taste, as they have a high sulfur content.

7. Do not buy products that claim to make your semen taste better there is no evidence that they work.
Your semen can be made to taste better by overall changes in diet and lifestyle, it's a complex formula and a good healthy diet has the biggest affect.

8. Parsley, wheatgrass, and celery are particularly recommended for sweeter semen taste, because of their high chlorophyll content.

9. Cinnamon, cardamom, peppermint and lemon are particularly recommended for making semen taste sweeter.

10. Avoid junk food, they're loaded with chemicals and preservatives that pollute your body and your semen's taste.

If your semen, sperm, love juice, jizz, cum, cream, or whatever you want to call it still tastes bad regardless of your diet, see your doctor. You might have an infection down there, you stallion.

What's your type?

2011-02-14T12:32:00.000-05:00

Everybody has a ‘type’ of girl or guy that they usually like or tend to pursue. Whether they be black, white, lesbian, Asian, brown-haired, evangelical Chrisitians, green-eyed, albino, or whatever, everybody has some kind of type. Here at the University of Michigan, some undergraduate students put out a satirical parody music video about their type: Jewish American Princesses or JAPs.

Check out their music video and learn about just another type of person that people seek out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fvP4OACmWw

Circumventing Circumcision

2011-02-07T08:57:00.000-05:00

There is a lot of talk among the masses about whether it is more pleasurable to have intercourse with an uncircumcised penis. Is it unsafe? Is it weird? Some men fear revealing their uncut sausage to new partners, afraid of judgment and rejection.
Here are some important facts addressing the question of whether to be cut or uncut. For starters, “a new study finds that circumcised men appear less likely to sustain cuts, abrasions and other minor injuries to the penis during sex -- which may help explain why circumcision lowers the risk of HIV transmission from heterosexual sex.” However, it appears that uncircumcised men experience more pleasure during intercourse, oral sex, and masturbation. The presence of the foreskin works in a number of ways to provide maximal stimulation and pleasure for the male. Although, it might be more pleasurable for the uncircumcised male during intercourse, it does not affect the women’s ability to have an orgasm or not. In fact, because uncircumcised penises are less common in this day and age, women may be less likely to experience an orgasm because they are unused to seeing an uncircumcised penis and may not be able to mentally engage.
In short, uncircumcised males have better sex but having a circumcised Johnson is safer and more comfortable for the common sexual partner to see (aka they won’t be startled and will be able to proceed with the sexing – problem free). So don’t be a fool, circumcise your tool…and use a condom.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2010/06/04/us-circumcision-idUSTRE6534G720100604

Skeeps Etiquette: Getting In and Getting It In

2011-01-31T09:02:00.000-05:00

Finally Thursday night! You know what that means? 3 straight nights of binge drinking and not even a thought about school until late Sunday afternoon! Sounds like a weekend full of cheap vodka and Skeeps! But nothing makes a weekend more memorable than hooking up (essentially the only reason guys go out in the first place), and what better place to find that special someone than Skeeps. Here are some suggestions to optimizing that chance:

• Don’t wave your money around too much at the bar: You don’t need to spend a ton of money at the bar (although it doesn’t hurt sometimes) to get someone to go home with you. At the very least, you need to buy at least one drink for that potential hook-up; because unless they went out that night intending to hook-up with you already, you’ll need to spend some time with them and what better way to do that then to loosen up the conversation with a drink?! For free! Purchased and given out of the goodness of your own heart with no ulterior motives whatsoever…

• It’s not considered “game” if THEY ask YOU to buy them a drink: I guess you can consider it almost kind of not really close at all to you “spittin’ some game”, it’s really just that potential hook-up getting drunker so they don’t feel as bad if they’re stuck going back with you at the end of the night. Plus, if they ask you to buy them a drink, you might just be the person who gives the free drinks and not the person who ends up getting it on at the end of the night.

• If it’s on Jersey Shore, don’t wear it: Shiny dragons and flashy brand names are better in theory than practice…why can’t you just wear a skirt or button down like everyone else?

• Don’t talk about school: How often does telling someone how well you did on your Orgo test get you laid? Never. And it never will. So stop telling people, seriously, even your Mom’s sick of it.

Etc. The list goes on and on. If you see your friend or someone you know acting out any of the above, do the right thing and correct them. Proper etiquette isn’t just for country clubs and fancy dinners; it’s for Skeeps.

Some of the Five Worst Things to Happen While Inebriated

2011-01-24T13:51:00.000-05:00

5. Drunk goggles hook-up or drunk dialing/texting

If you’ve ever gone out in college, had a little too much to drink, and woke up the next day with all your friends laughing at you, then you know what drunk goggles mean. Someone may look more attractive or be a lot funnier than you would normally think. Now, when you have the drunk goggles on, it is not just your vision that is blurred. You may or may not also think that it would be a great idea to whip out the phone.
It’s not.
i.e. the wildly successful website www.textsfromlastnight.com was born. Congratulations drunk goggles.

4. Seeing your teacher

There is almost nothing worse than being out at a bar or a party, drinking, laughing with your friends, having the time of your life, and then, seeing your teacher. Do I say hi? Do they see me? Is this going to be bad later?
It might be something you’ve given little thought to but, seriously, what if it happened? It’s not really that unlikely. You probably have a GSI that is not that much older than you.
So many things could go wrong if this situation presented itself. You could hook up with them. That would be awkward. You could start talking to them about how drunk you are. That would also be awkward. There really isn’t anything that could come out of this situation that isn’t awkward. Sorry.
“Oh, I love seeing teachers outside of school. It's like seeing a dog walk on its hind legs.”

3. Losing a tooth

Having something with serious repercussion (like looking like a hillbilly until you can make your way to a reconstructive dentists of sorts) happen while inebriated SUCKS. Whether it’s losing a tooth, breaking a body part, or losing important things (phone, credit card, license, etc.), it just straight up sucks because it’s hard to take it seriously when you’re having so much fun!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXEO0dugq-4

2. Dick in zipper

You’re at the bar, buying drinks, taking shots, and, inevitably, you make your way to the restroom. One of the worst things that can happen in the bathroom, if you’re a guy, is accidentally zipping your dick in your zipper. For girls, it would probably be that you are too drunk and accidentally sit down on the pee-covered toilet seat – it’s upsetting but you wipe it off and take a shower. Boys, your pain will last longer but, it’s proven, will eventually heal.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Xuah8LC-Cw

1. Getting arrested for something

Peeing in public feels like a great relief at the time. Running naked in the streets seems fun at the time. Having sex in a public place sounds like a good story to tell later. Shouting obscenities is always funny at the time.
But you know what’s not funny later?
Jail.

Pick-Up Lines 101: What’s Your Sign?

2011-01-17T10:31:00.000-05:00

As you may have heard, there is a new zodiac sign on the charts and everyone’s zodiac signs have shifted by about a month. This would basically mean that your personality and basic characteristics have changed, as well as the perfect matching sign of your soul mate. Seems totally logical…

Not.

After doing some digging on the internet, it appears that those individuals with zodiac sign tattoos, a daily horoscope application, or anybody who at least knew what their sign was need fear no longer! According to Lawrence Grecco, an astrologist to New York City’s elite with over 20 years experience in the stars, “this new chart is not accurate” and the masses do not need to worry about having a mid-life zodiac crisis. Furthermore, Susan Miller, a famous New York-based astrologist, says to “not start reading the wrong sign. You'll be getting the wrong readings. People who read the wrong sign will never believe in astrology again.”

In other words, if the “what’s your sign” line was previously your go-to-pick-up and you were nervous that you couldn’t use it anymore, don’t be. You totally still can because nothing has changed! However, it is still recommended that you do not use this line because it is pretty lame and stupid. Commonly reserved for creepy older people that go to undergraduate bars where the bar-goers are usually underage students who are inappropriately inebriated for a public place. So unless you are a learned astrologer and could follow up this classically out-dated line with some fascinating, life-changing information about how zodiac signs are matched up or some other really cool fact, don’t ever use this line not as a joke.

http://globalgrind.com/channel/gossip/content/1901063/new-zodiac-signs-2011-chart/
http://www.wtol.com/Global/story.asp?S=13846716

Welcome Back to School: Where everything is covered in snow but girls still go out in tank tops, short skirts, and tight dresses

2011-01-10T17:20:00.000-05:00

Winter term has just begun and it’s time for a fresh start. New classes means meeting new people and having different class times means being able to go out on different nights then you did in the fall. You could meet a whole new pool of people to hang out with! And if not a whole new pool, then at least a few more additions to your current one. So here are just a few pointers for stepping back out on the college social scene this term:

1. To be coy or not to be coy
Sometimes, it’s hard to tell whether it’s better to just put it all out there or hold back and play games. Normally, it’s best to go with what feels right for the situation: express your feelings or keep them to yourself for a little bit of mystery and intrigue.
And when it comes to whether or not to have sex or when to have sex, ask yourself, “What do I want out of the relationship?” Sometimes, although there are many exceptions to this rule, when you decide to have sex is also the decider of how long the relationship will last – or if it will last at all. Holding back and being coy about it at first can be the best way to find out what the other person’s motives are. Unless, of course, you are the one just looking for sex, in which case, all the more power to you. Use protection and be safe.

2. Think before you speak out loud
It is always important to remember that what you talk about with someone is a reflection of what you are choosing to bring up in the conversation. In other words, it is an indication of who you are to the other person. If you talk about sports or playing a game of D&D this afternoon, for better or worse, the other person will judge you by that.
Additionally, girls, when you point out how fat you look, how frizzy your hair is, or whatever other negative thing you choose to comment on, remember that you are drawing attention to something that you see as a flaw and that will be all the other person, who you are trying to impress, will focus on.

3. Don’t over-think it, don’t over analyze
If someone calls you or texts you, it DOES NOT necessarily mean that they are in love with you or have any desire to be your boyfriend or girlfriend. It probably just means that they wanted to call you or text you. Period. For the most part, it is smart to take most comments, interactions, etc. at face-value; don’t work yourself up too much.

Who’s really stalking you on Facebook…

2010-12-13T09:52:00.000-05:00

You might think, “Hm. Maybe I will leave this wildly inappropriate video or photo tagged of me on Facebook because I want this super hot guy or girl to see it and be all, ‘damnnn that’s hot’” but what you might not realize is that you don’t really know who is looking at your profile. Yeah, maybe that super hot guy or girl is the one creeping on your book. More likely, however unfortunate it is, that one person will not be checking your profile as often as your other 2,000 friends, most of whom you probably don’t want seeing your tagged sexy/drunken/slutty videos, photos, or wall posts.

Facebook is a great place for you to showcase yourself because, let’s be honest, what is one of the first things you do when you hear about a potential new hook-up or date? You look them up on Facebook, duh. You want to see who your mutual friends are, what they look like, what they are interested in, and anything else you can possibly discover about them from their profile page. Basically, Facebook is the new little black book for college students looking to hook-up and use all the cool stuff they learn from ‘Turned On’, which is just great! But do not forget that while it is an awesome site to show what you have to offer to your next potential hook-up, it can also be seen by people that you were not intending to see it. So go through your ‘friends’ list, look at the videos and photos you are tagged in, check your privacy settings, and see who is really stalking you on Facebook.

And then, take a break from Facebook, go out, actually meet some people in real life, and get it on!

Sex Toys: Business or Leisure?

2010-12-06T09:56:00.001-05:00

In the state of Alabama, it is illegal to purchase sex toys unless it is for “a bona fide medical, scientific, educational, legislative, judicial or law enforcement purpose,” according to Alabama state law. One lone store stood up against this potentially unconstitutional law (the Supreme Court never tried it) and, sadly, failed against the might of the Alabama court system. But, now, Pleasures is back and pushing the law again, while still remaining within its terms. “Pleasures, a ‘one-stop romance shop’ that challenged Alabama's ban on sex toys, has a new, unique claim to fame: It will feature three sex toy drive-thru lanes at its new University Drive location” in Huntsville, Alabama.
Who would have thunk it?! A single store in sweet home Alabama is at the fore-front of the adult toy store industry. “Pleasures owner Sherri Williams said the store will be the first such store in the country to sell adult toys through a drive-thru window. Items such as toys, lubes and stimulants will be delivered through the drive-thru drawer in a brown paper bag.”

Whether you are purchasing items from an adult toy store for leisurely purposes or for reasons that fall under Alabama’s law, let us all hope that although Pleasures is the first of its kind to open up a drive-thru window option, it won’t be the last!

http://blog.al.com/breaking/2010/11/alabama_sex_toy_drive-thru.html

Sex in the USA

2010-11-29T15:19:00.000-05:00

Recently, new research has come out, “in what the researchers say, is the largest, most comprehensive national survey of Americans' sexual behavior since 1994.” It offers “detailed findings on how often Americans have sex, with whom, and how they respond. In all, 5,865 people, ranging in age from 14 to 94, participated in the survey.”

So now you’re thinking, “wow, people actually study this stuff?! Hot damn, I’m out here LIVING it! Who cares what a bunch of researches find, this is my LIFE and I’m livin’ the dream!” If you are a boy with that response, here is a statistic that I hope knocks you off your smug, high horse: “85 percent of the men said their latest sexual partner had an orgasm, while only 64 percent of the women reported having an orgasm in their most recent sexual event. One-third of women experienced genital pain during their most recent sex, compared to 5 percent of men.” Well now you know, anonymous-frat-bro, you’re not as amazing in bed as you might think – despite the number of people you hook-up with! And girls, keep this in mind if you are just looking for someone to hook-up with casually, just because somebody hooks-up with a lot of people DOES NOT guarantee that they will show you an O so sweet time (if you know what I mean)!

This article features several other fascinating statistics about sex in the United States, check it out: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39490326/from/RSS/

When Texting Met Sexting

2010-11-15T10:46:00.000-05:00

According to new research, it appears as though there is a correlation between how many texts a teenager sends in a day and how sexually promiscuous and drug-abusing they are. Some believe, as one sophomore girl from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor said, “People who text more probably have a more active social life then those who do not. Therefore the ‘hyper-texters’ probably engage in more sexual and illicit activities because they have more people to do it with.”

However, the new research isn’t “suggesting that "hyper-texting" leads to sex, drinking or drugs, but say it's starting to see an apparent link between excessive messaging and that kind of risky behavior…It found that about one in five students were hyper-texters and about one in nine are hyper-networkers - those who spend three or more hours a day on Facebook and other social networking websites. About one in 25 falls into both categories.”

So maybe our anonymous sophomore girl is correct or maybe being more textually active does indeed lead to being more sexually active. Regardless, the real question is, what does that say about all of the girls in Greek Life who BBM and text as if they were getting paid by the second? Let’s just say it gives a whole new meaning to “pin me.”

Link to the article: http://apnews.myway.com/article/20101109/D9JCGVC01.html

Taxicab Confessions: Ann Arbor

2010-11-08T18:28:00.000-05:00

For some reason, people often think that when you are checking out at a store, riding in the back of a taxi cab, or eating a meal at a restaurant, the people working at the register, driving, or serving your food are not just like you and me. Well listen up folks, they are; and THEY CAN HEAR AND SEE WHAT YOU ARE DOING!

Here is an actual account from an Ann Arbor taxi cab driver from this past weekend:

“Most people that ride in taxi cabs can at least wait ‘till they get back to the pad but some choose otherwise!!! It's a little uncomfortable to be driving along the crazy streets of Ann Arbor and have someone doing the funky monkey in the backseat. For instance, I had a group the other night that at first seemed to be the usual cab-ride-home-from-the-bar, but then, all of the sudden, they start making-out! And then the guy tells me take it around the block a few times, LOL!!! At the time of the ladies stop, she got out (not seeming to be bothered at all by what she had just done in my backseat) and then the guy comments, in an attempt to play off his pimpness, ‘I have to call my girlfriend.’ So basically my cab was used as the Motel 6 of their “business”. I don’t know if doing it in a cab is some people’s idea of romantic, but this cab driver can do without the added distractions while driving...”

Well there you have it, ‘Turned On’ blog readers, be a little more conscious of where you are choosing to hook-up. You might not be as alone as you feel!

P.S. if you’re reading this blog and happen to realize this was YOU featured in this story or it was someone you know…sorry. That’s really embarrassing.

Be Careful Out There!

2010-10-27T15:48:00.001-04:00

A USA Today article recently cited a study that was done that says teens that have had sex with both men and women are at higher risk of dating violence and even risky sexual behavior!

This study stated that teenagers who have had sexual partners that were both male and female were significantly less likely to use a condom or other forms of sexual protection.

Now, we here at Turned On are all about getting your freak on, whomever it may be with. But lets take a step forward and make good decisions for ourselves. As college students, we can take the initiative to make this statistic no more! No matter if you are in a same sex relationship, protection and healthy relationships are ALWAYS sexy! If you're here at the University of Michigan, you can head over to UHS (University Health Service) or even talk to a SAPAC representative if you have any questions about how to make your relationship more safe AND sexy!

Lets work together to make this statistic disappear!

I hope you're hungry because...

2010-10-25T10:36:00.000-04:00

Sometimes, it is the right time to spice it up in the bedroom. Even if your relationship, casual hook-up fling, or random one-night-stand doesn’t feel as though it is lacking in the bedroom, it is always exciting to add something fun for both (or however many) partners to enjoy.
Now, that doesn’t mean that you need to have a freaky bag of goodies hidden under your bed, ready to be taken out at any given second (unless that’s what you’re into, in which case, that is totally fine). But what about some edible undies? Some lotion or lube that actually tastes delicious? There are a surprisingly wide variety of edible options for the bedroom out there that can add some zest to your love life without pushing you or your partner’s sexual boundaries.
So don’t be shy, slip on a pair of your finest edible panties (with matching bra), rub on some tasty lotion, use the flavorful lube, light a kissable candle, and maybe even put some sprinkles on top because after a dinner and movie, anyone and everyone is ready for some dessert.

"I'm Picking Up Good Vibrations"

2010-10-11T09:40:00.000-04:00

Who knows what the classic Beach Boy song was actually referring to when they kept singing about “good vibrations.” There are a million answers to the question. But, when we at “Turned On” think vibration, we think VIBRATOR. You might be reading this blog post and suddenly feel uncomfortable when reading VIBRATOR because it is such a taboo to talk about out loud. Well, if that’s the case, then this is the post for you. Here are all (if not all, then A LOT of) the answers to your questions about vibrators that you are too afraid to ask or find the answers to yourself.
Listed below are links to some websites that list the variety of vibrators available on the market today, as well as some answers to concerns you may have about using a vibrator, or maybe you’re just curious what the best vibrator choice for you is. Look no further:

http://www.love-shop.biz/vibrators_types.html
http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/3757.html
http://www.vibrators.com/your-best-vibrator.html

I think the only area untouched in this blog is: what is the most discreet way to purchase your vibrator? And to that question, I say, order online or go to the store at a time when you know you are unlikely to see anyone you know. Sorry we can’t do more for you with that one, but there is always that point where someone else’s help stops working and you need to just do it yourself ;).

How Did You Do THAT?!

2010-10-04T10:07:00.000-04:00

When you're getting dressed for a black tie event and you realize that you don't know how to tie a tie, what do you do? You look it up on 'Youtube,' right? Of course. And when everyone was doing the Soulja Boi dance and you didn't know the steps, what did you do? YOU LOOKED IT UP ON 'YOUTUBE!'
So if you're interested in learning how to find the G-Spot, give a mind-blowing blow job, do the dougie (and teach your other friends how to dougie), enjoy an orgasm, or just learn how to kiss, try looking it up on 'Youtube.' It may not have the clinical answer or exactly what you're looking for but you might be surprised at what a helpful resource it can be. I mean, other people did put it on the internet for a reason.
You can't be ready for that black tie event when you don't even know how to tie a tie.

Sex Music!

2010-04-02T18:34:00.000-04:00

Are you tired of listening to "Sexual Healing" or "Let's get it On" Well then you might want to expand your list of music for when you want to get it on. A great blog that can help you with that is Sex Music.

This blog, on Tumblr, offers an intense selection of many kinds of music that can put you and your significant other in the mood. The blog also offers a playlist feature that continuously plays the music featured on the blog in a streaming manner, if a song isn't tickling your fancy you can simply skip to the next one.

All of the songs featured on Sex Music can be purchased for download on Amazon and ITunes. The blog provides links to both sites so you can conveniently purchase the music that you want. So have fun getting funky and getting freaky! Here at turned on some of our favorite music to get down to that's featured on the site is music by Feist and Radiohead. Happy listening!

Vajazzled!

2010-03-16T19:13:00.000-04:00

For those of you who like to maintain your areas "down there" a new trend is hitting the market and people are talking! Your partner will definitely be surprised if you are having fun and they discover that you've taken some extra time to make your area sparkle and shine, literally.

Vajazzling is a new way to have "bling" down there. After a Brazilian wax, people are now choosing to lay crystals down on that area. Some spas even have Swarovski crystals in many different colors. They can even be designed into different shapes like a heart or a star

Now before you get too weirded out, its becoming an increasingly popular trend. Stars like Jennifer Love Hewitt are openly talking about their experience in a positive light. You can order kits online and do it for yourself. Additionally, Many spas are now offering this service so the next time you get a wax you can ask if they offer vajazzling! It's may not for everyone, but it's definitely worth a try!

Just Turn Her On

2010-02-12T15:25:00.000-05:00

Finally, we can simply press a button when we want sex. This year, Foxy Roxxxy was released at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas becoming the world’s first sex bot. She’s smart, she’s flexible, and she can be all yours at the low price of $9,000. What makes her better than your $50 blow-up doll? Besides the fact that her skin feels like actual human flesh, she can talk to you. WHAT?!? Douglas Hines, the New Jersey inventor, figured what is sex without that initial spark. He equipped her with artificial intelligence, so she can talk, she can move, and she can get extra freaky in the bedroom (her special spine allows her to move upright, and also bend into impossible positions). In addition, she can connect to the Internet, so she can keep updated on all your interests. Moreover, Foxy Roxxxy comes with five personalities, so if you want the adventurous type just flip her to Wild Wendy, but if you desire a quiet and shy sex partner, then turn her on to Frigid Farrah.
While this sex bot intrigues us here at Turned On, the introduction of new electronics into the bedroom poses some problems:
1. Is it cheating if you have sex with a robot?
Should we simply think of Foxy Roxxxy as a dildo with personality? If you are in a relationship, you should talk to your partner before you purchase Foxy Roxxxy. If she feels competition from your sex bot, the choice is yours. However, we suggest keeping the human girlfriend, because bringing a sex bot to a party could create awkward situations for you and your friends. But hey, maybe you’re more of a lone wolf anyways!
2. Can she malfunction and cause some sort of machine uprising?
Hopefully not, but if you feel that she becomes too controlling, turn her to Frigid Farrah immediately.
3. Is Foxy Roxxxy a good holiday present?
For your girlfriend….No! But a male sex bot is in development. For your very lonely guy friend…. Perhaps, depends on the kind of relationship you have.
4. If she falls asleep during sex, should I assume that her batteries ran out, or am I just that bad in bed?
Foxy Roxxxy loves you! She recognizes you, she shares your interests, so there is nothing you can do that will not please her. It is the ultimate ego-boost in the bedroom.
5. What if I don’t find Roxxxy attractive?
Gentleman, she is customizable. Although her height will always be 5’7 and her weight 120 pounds. You choose her race, hair color, eye color, and don’t forget cup size.
Hopefully, you can find an awesome human girlfriend that can offer more than Roxy. If not and you have $9,000 at hand; don’t be afraid to give Foxy Roxxxy a call.

The Snuggie Sutra

2010-02-09T19:25:00.000-05:00

At U of M we all study a lot. The new Snuggie, "a blanket with sleeves" offers a great way to study in comfort while we study. It has been popularized by its infomercials and youtube hits. But here at turned on we see another use for the Snuggie.

We can ask ourselves, why do we have to take away comfort and warmth when we are getting our freak on? Thats why the Snuggie Sutra comes in handy.
You can visit http://thesnuggiesutra.com/ for the actual Snuggie sutra and for tips on how to have a great sex life all in the comfort of your own Snuggie.

Some of our favorite positions are The Warm and Snuggie, a standing position in which you both fit into the same Snuggie, and the Cuddly Puppy, which is a version of Doggie Style except the man wears the Snuggie and covers his partner with it, providing him or her with warmth AND pleasure. So check it out for yourself, and let us know what you think!

RuPaul is back!

2010-02-01T10:43:00.000-05:00

Everyone's favorite Drag Queen is back in her search to find the next best Drag Queen. In RuPaul's Drag Race, the divas must compete to get the top spot as the best drag queen. Tonight 2/1 is the premier episode of the show's second season. RuPaul says of the show's first season, "Tell Tyra [Banks] that the Queen has returned, and while you’re at it have Heidi [Klum] clear the runway. I’m going to pump some ‘realness’ into reality. To be a winner on this show the contestants need to be a fashion designer, an American Idol, and a top model all rolled up into one. And they definitely have to be smarter than a fifth grader.”

The show airs on Logo at 9/8c. Logo programs it's shows towards gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered viewers. But the network is also a great channel for heterosexual viewers as well. The show is a great resource to look into new ideas of open sexuality, and challenging our society's standards on beauty and confidence. You won't want to miss any fabulous hair styles, glitter, outfits, and most importantly cat-fights as the show makes its way into it's second season.

There's an App for that!

2010-01-26T14:43:00.000-05:00

There seems to be an iPhone app for everything, and now there is now is one that will get you hooked up! For girls and guys there is theXchange, a free 24/7 unlimited chat app that uses the iPhone's built in GPS to locate other people with the app in your area. You can view people by gender and find locals who are interested in hooking up!

For gay, bi and curious guys there is Grindr, an app especially just for men that also uses the iPhone's GPS to tell you how far other local guys are from you in terms of feet or miles. You can send your exact location to other guys (don't worry, it doesn't show exactly where you are unless you want to share it), send pictures or chat with other guys in the area.

Remember, be safe and use common sense when meeting people online or over the iPhone. Check out tonight's episode for more on dating or hooking up online, as well as tips on how to be successful and how to stay safe and responsible!

BEWARE! Sex Conditions That Can Ruin Your Life

2010-01-19T17:10:00.000-05:00

1. Hypersexuality: This condition also known as nymphomania is characterized by an overactive libido.
Why it's a life ruiner: Ever heard the saying less is more? Though I know a few frat boys who would disagree, sex is no exception to this popular cliche. For those individuals living with hypersexuality, nothing is out of the question when it comes to filling that sexual void. Keep an eye on your partner. Hypersexuality often leads to infidelity.
2. Priapism: A condition in which the erect penis or clitoris does not return to its flaccid state. Why it's a life ruiner: Constant blood flow to your genitals can lead to blood clots, gangrene, and sever pain.
3. Sexsomnia: This condition also known as sleep sex occurs when individuals unknowingly engage in sexual activity in their sleep. Why it's a life ruiner: With this condition, you will not remember your sexual encounters. In addition, you have no control over your sexual partner, which can lead to a variety of other health related issues.
Consult a medical professional if you or someone you know has a similar condition!

Weird Sex News!

2009-12-08T19:23:00.001-05:00

I need sex!
Police in Tampa say Joshua Basso was alone and "in the mood" when his cell phone ran out of minutes. So police say he called 911 and asked for someone to have sex with him... five times.

New Romance Robbery
A Tennessee couple is spending their honeymoon behind bars after allegedly robbing the place where they were married. Police say Brian T. Dykes, 21, and Mindy K. McGhee, 24, were wed at the Black Bear Cub Resort Wedding Chapel... then returned at 1 a.m. to rob the joint.

Mother Daughter Rivalry
Two Florida women -- a mother and daughter -- fighting over the same man were arrested and tossed in the clink, according to police.

Creepy Love Triangle
A woman from the St. Louis area was arrested for having sex with her fiance's brother... who is just 13 years old.

Syrian Monkeys
Are Syrians engaged in some epic monkey-spanking? One blogger's complaint that the nation's youth is overly engaged in self-satisfaction has resulted in a sort of online sexual revolution... assuming sex with one's self counts, according to Newsweek. We'll be keeping an eye out for any stories on increased blindness and hairy palms in the region.

I’m Too Sexy
Talk about too hot to handle! A female prison guard in Britain says she lost her job because she was too sexy, and has now won an unfair dismissal and sex discrimination lawsuit, according to the Mail Online.

Man I Feel Like A Woman
A German woman who suffered a seizure now thinks she's a man, according to LiveScience. The woman, who was completely healthy before the seizure, even believes other women are turning into men.

Read more at http://weirdnews.about.com/od/suggestedreading/tp/Love--Sex---Marriage.01.htm

The Best Kind of Stuffing

2009-11-24T13:32:00.000-05:00

Thanksgiving break is the perfect time to expand your hook up pool. And, with Thanksgiving break just hours away, here are a few quick tips for rekindling those high school flames:
1. Set yourself up for success
2. Respect new relationships
3. Avoid day time dates
4. Be mature
5. Don't have unrealistic expectations
It is important to remember, though,that while some old crushes may return hotter than ever, others may have let themselves go. That being said, Thanksgiving is also an opportunity to remind failed flames that you were a great catch. Stay confident, look sexy, and do it for the story.

SEX TOY WARNING!!!

2009-11-16T22:53:00.000-05:00

Interestingly in one of my classes today we had a speaker from NPR come in and talk about her work. The biggest story that she shared with us one that she did about the safety of sex toys. The story goes something kind of like this:

A woman was really excited to open a sex toy shop but when she got her first shipment of dildos in, they open the box to see that the packages had a type of greasy/oil stain on them, which was also on the foam packing peanuts and also on the shipping box. What is this she wondered? Looking into this more she found out that it is a “thalloid” type substance, which is from the cheap manufacturing of a soft PVC material which was used in the manufacturing of these cheap sex toys.

Doing some more research into this area, it was found that sex toys are not regulated by any government; ours, or the Chinese government where most of them are manufactured. This can be dangerous, because this thalloid substance contains known carcinogens that can be dangerous to your health and cause birth defects.

Since sex is still a pretty taboo subject to talk about (to some people, not us of course!) I don’t see any government regulating sex toys soon. This also creates a lot of health complications because people will develop rashes or problems from using these cheap sex toys and go to their doctor who will wrongfully diagnose them as an STD, which will not cure these problems.

We love sex toys here on Turned On and don’t want you to stop using them, but just make sure you check the products first, and spend that extra money to get a quality one, because these problems mainly plague cheaper ones that use chemicals to soften the plastic, and mostly in “jelly” type toys (super squishy ones).

To hear the actual story by Kyle Norris, check out her website at www.kylenorris.com

Word of the Week

2009-11-10T20:53:00.000-05:00

Remember when “talking” became the hott word in the hookup and dating community? Teens and young adults alike began using the term in an attempt to define relationships that were more than just sexually based (i.e. friends with benefits) but less than an exclusive and committed relationship. Couples that were “talking” were essentially on their way to relationship status.
Well, yet again it seems that a new word has infiltrated the dating scene. “To slam,” used as a verb, is now being used in place of “to hook up.” For example, one might say, “It’s been so long since I’ve slammed sober.” “I’m not going home tonight until I slam.”
We don’t want to leave you guys out of the loop. Stay on top of your game and slam safely.

International Relations

2009-11-03T18:46:00.000-05:00

How good are you in bed??

Well, according to a poll conducted across the world, where you are from has a lot to do with it. The countries with the best men are:

1. Spain
2. Brazil
3. Italy
4. France
5. Ireland
6. South Africa
7. Australia
8. New Zealand
9. Denmark
10. Canada

Americans did not fare to well in the poll however. They came in as the 5th worst for being too rough with the ladies. However, nothing can be as bad as number 1, the Germans who rated as “too smelly.” Two and three could probably take some tips from each other with number 2 being the English who are too lazy and number 3 being the Swedish who are too quick. Our big friends in Holland are too dominating, and all the romantics in Greece are too lovey-dovey. There were people from Wales who were just too large… I’m kidding, but they were number 7 with the men being too selfish. The rowdy Scots to our left were rated as too loud, well the Turks were number 9 with being too sweaty. Finally, the number 10 worst lovers were the Russians who apparently have bad cases of HOB (Hair on back).

So next time you think you are good in bed, check what our friends across the pond are doing and make sure that you don’t improvement in these areas as well!

Halloween!

2009-10-27T14:45:00.000-04:00

It's that time of year where it's getting chilly out and the leaves are falling... and we get to dress up and go out for Halloween!!!

But what is an appropriate costume to wear? Something scandalous, something scary, or sexy?

I am a big fan of the less-is-more costume approach. This can be fun or sexy depending on how you approach it. For example, girls can wear lingerie to become any type of animal, an angel, or devil or can go with the bikini and be some type of surfer girl or beauty pageant contestant. For guys, they this can be short shorts and being from the 80s or some type of pro athlete, or painting their bodies and being a superhero.

What about being scandalous?? Well these can be even more fun. Ladies, get out the skin tight, cleavage showing pleather outfits and become the catwoman for your batman or Sandy for your Danny. Undercover spies or sexy nurses also make for more coverage but equal sex appeal. What about guys? It is harder to be 'scandalous' as a guy but the one thing I would say is don't pull a Prince Harry and dress as a Nazi, always keep some class.

And down right sexy. Well, any of the aforementioned costumes are sexy, but nothing is sexier than seeing a group or couple in hot duds. Talk to you current fling and plan costumes together one night. A sexy doctor and nurse duo may translate to some fun role-playing in the bedroom later. ;)

Just remember, be safe, have fun and stay sexy! :)

The H Words

2009-09-29T18:25:00.000-04:00

Hetero- and Homo- sexual. Where did these words come from? People have always had same and opposite sex relationships and sexual relations but have there always been heterosexuals? The short answer is no, in fact there haven't.

The word heteosexual was actually first used on March 7, 1892 by Dr. James G. Kiernan of Chicago. In his context, heterosexuals were defined by a mental condition, "physical hermaphroditism" where people had a inclination to both sexes. These heterodox sexuals betrayed inclinations to abnormal methods of gratification, which was pleasuring themselves without procreation (aka having sex just to do it). He also used the word homosexual whose general mental state is that of the opposite sex, so homosexuals were defined by their deviance from a gender norm - they displayed a double deviance from both gender and procreative norms.

Later that year Dr. Krafft-Ebing book Psychopathia Sexualis was translated into english where he used hereo-sexual in the modern sense, referring to an erotic feeling for a different sex. He also used "homo-sexual" referred unambiguously to an erotic feeling for a "same sex." Only gradually did doctors agree that heterosexual referred to a notmal, "other-sex" sexual desire. This idea of heterosexuality as the master sex from which all others deviated was deeply authoritarian.

So why do I bring this up? Well first, as we can see, the words hetero and homo sexual were created very recently. It wasn't until just over 100 years ago that these words came to be. So why do we put so much emphasis on the meaning of these two words. The hetero/homo divide was not nature's doing was it? We invent these categories to classify objects and force facts into separate categories.

Some of you have probably heard of Caster Semenya - the female runner from S. Africa that had to undergo gender testing because of her super fast times. Tests are still pending exact results but it has been found that she does have testes inside of her body. So is she a male? Is she a female?

It is a good example of how things do not need to be classified into discreet categories.
So think the next time you say something is so gay or so straight - is it really?? Or is it inbetween?

Stay Sexy Michigan

Turned On (4/14/09)

2009-04-19T21:41:00.000-04:00

Hey, everybody. I'm proud to present the latest episode of Turned On!

Gay Marriage

2009-04-06T20:59:00.000-04:00

I wanted to turn the focus away from sex today and more towards relationships: specifically gay marriage.

Today the Vermont Governor vetoed a bill that was passed by the state legislature legalizing same sex marriages. The bill was only 6 votes short of immunity from being vetoed by the governor. Things may change though, as Queerty.com reports, because two absent representatives were in favor of the bill and a few people, despite stating opposition will change their votes because of the Governor’s disrespect “for the legislative process when he made the decision to announce publically [sic] his intention to veto the bill even before it was put up for consideration."

In similar news, on April 3rd, Iowa’s Supreme Court struck down laws limiting sex to just between a man and a woman. (You can read the whole court decision here - Queerty.com). Reading the full decision by the court is actually very interesting. They analyze all of the arguments against gay marriage and why they are invalid. They prove that gay marriage does not harm children, marriage is not just for procreation, gay marriage destabilizes heterosexual marriages or infringes on religious freedom. The basis for their decision is that their state constitution promises liberty and equality and by denying one specific minority group of a certain right is straight (ha) out discrimination.

Also, the California State courts are still looking at Prop 8 from last fall’s election (it was a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage). Since January, the California Supreme Court has been hearing challenges to Prop 8. This is similar to how Iowa went about the ruling, with the argument being that is an amendment that just targets one minority group and prevents the courts from doing their “most basic job of upholding the constitutional promise of ‘liberty and justice for all’” (lambdalegal.com).

I wanted to take time to break down the same-sex marriage issue and look at the laws surrounding it. Obviously, Turned On promotes safe and healthy relationships between anyone, man and woman, man and man or woman and woman, so I do take a more pro-same-sex marriage view, but I will try to examine both sides.

First, let’s look at Michigan’s marriage law. In 1996, a Michigan law was passed: “Marriage is inherently a unique relationship between a man and a woman. As a matter of public policy, this state has a special interest in encouraging, supporting, and protecting that unique relationship in order to promote, among other goals, the stability and welfare of society and its children. A marriage contracted between individuals of the same sex is invalid in this state.” (Mich. Compiled Laws § 551.1, § 551.271-2). In 2004, the state constitution was amended to say “To secure and preserve the benefits of marriage for our society and for future generations of children, the union of one man and one woman in marriage shall be the only agreement recognized as a marriage or similar union for any purpose.” (Mich. Constitution, Article I § 25).

So Michigan’s main problems are securing and preserving the benefits to society and also to children. Interesting. If gays were allowed to marry, society would be doomed (Just kidding).

First, they want to preserve the benefits that marriage have to society. So by denying a group of people access to shared health care benefits for their family, helps society? Allowing two people who are in love to marry and strengthen and promote their relationship and commitment to each other is a bad thing. Is that not a benefit to society? Some people argue that marriage promotes happiness, but by allowing gay marriage, it will damage the moral fabric of society and make society less happy as a whole. This is where I like to ask the question – if two guys are getting married on the opposite side of the state, and you have no knowledge of this, how does it affect your personal marriage? How does anyone else’s marriage affect your own relationship, even if it is your neighbors? You make your marriage what you want it to be and that should not change depending on who else is married too.

Also, promoting diversity and equality seems like a benefit to society. By creating laws and constitutional amendments that deny specific minority groups of basic constitutional rights seems a little counterproductive. The 14th Amendment of the United States Constitution states in Section 1 “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws” (United States Constitution). This seems that these laws and amendments are abridging the privileges of citizens.

What about popular opinion and “tradition.” The Iowa Court basically said too bad to those arguments stating “When a certain tradition is used as both the governmental objective and the classification to further that objective, the equal protection analysis is transformed into the circular question of whether the classification accomplishes the governmental objective, which objective is to maintain the classification.” Popular opinion did not like the idea of integration of blacks and whites, but it still happened. It was a rough transition, but the world didn’t end with blacks and whites having equal protection under the law. Same with allowing interracial marriages; another type of marriage that was originally outlawed but later overturned. I do not know of any cases that an interracial couple affected the sanctity of someone else’s marriage, and society still seems to be functioning pretty well.

Opponents of same-sex marriage also argue that marriage is for procreation and two men (or women) cannot procreate. That is true, two men or two women together may not create a child. However, if lack of procreation is reason enough to outlaw these, then any sterile person should not be allowed to marry either. They cannot procreate, so is their marriage any less meaningful?

Getting to the second part of Michigan’s law and amendment, not allowing gay marriages protect our children. Well, the APA took homosexuality off of the list of mental disorders a long time ago, and most gays are, contrary to 1970s beliefs, NOT pedophiles. Scientific research has concluded though that coming form a family of two same-sex parents DOES have an affect on the children. A positive affect. Overall, there really is no significant difference, but scientific research has actually shown positive affects on children reared by same-sex parents. I would say that if anything, these laws are hurting children more than helping them. They are exposing them to discrimination, and as I mentioned before with shared partner benefits, they could be limiting the health care benefits that they could receive with joint plans between parents.

Michigan has taken these laws one-step further, denying same-sex couples the right to civil unions. I am pretty sure that Civil Unions were invented in 1989 in Denmark to provide the same fiscal and legal qualities of a marriage to same-sex couples. So now states are denying something that was created for gays from them, basically just denying them of legal and fiscal benefits. Select states do grant Civil Unions to same-sex couples. Civil Unions are a government granted union, not acknowledged by the church. But doesn’t the government grant marriages too? Many people have ceremonies performed in a church, but one of my best friends got married in a courthouse, because a marriage is a legal status obtained by a couple. The legal and religious definitions of marriage are different and should not need to be codependent. Not looking at states that discriminate in issuing marriage licenses, but looking only at states the have civil unions for gays and marriages for straight couples, does this violate rulings similar to Brown v. Board of Education in 1954 where the Supreme Court said that having things that were separate but equal was no longer acceptable? If Civil Unions are equal (which for the most part they aren’t) then why do they have separate names and why do more straight couples not get them? Would most straight couples trade their marriage for a civil union? I don’t think so.

I obviously am one sided for same-sex marriage, but until I see a case that someone’s same-sex marriage created true repercussions on a straight couple’s marriage, other than they saying the bible doesn’t support it or just being against it, then I am going to have to stick with my side. The bible says a lot of things that people do not follow anymore such as: DEUTERONOMY 22:13-21 “If it is discovered that a bride is not a virgin, the Bible demands that she be executed by stoning immediately,” and MARK 10:1-12 “Divorce is strictly forbidden in both Testaments, as is remarriage of anyone who has been divorced.” The United States is not based off of the bible, which is why we have a separation of church and state and therefore laws should not be based off of what is said in the text or concurrent people’s beliefs. Also, as we can see by the above passages, times change. In fact, the bible does not really say much at all about homosexuality as we define it modernly. I really don’t like to get into religion stuff, but the one thing to take away is that marriage can be defined by a church or the state. It is a legal status that must be approved by a state (even every straight marriage) before benefits can accompany. I am not arguing on behalf of religion right now, because no church has an obligation to marry any two people, gay or straight, but the government should provide equal opportunities for all.

One final point about homosexual rights I wanted to make is about legal protection of employment. In most states there is not protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation by employers. In Michigan, there is only protection of public (state) employees for protections based on sexual orientation. Any gay person can be fired solely for the fact that they are gay. Is this also fair? We protect people based on race, gender, ethnicity, etc. but because someone is different they can still be fired.

What do you think? Talk back; give your opinions for or against gay marriage. We want to hear from you!

Also, I just had to post this, because it is a comical look at why gay marriage is bad. You may have seen the Facebook group, but here is a link to an article containing why Gay Marriage Killed the Dinosaurs. http://www.macauleypeterson.com/WP/?p=33=1 It is a lot of similar things that I have mentioned actually. Also check out Queerty.com for news and their interesting article on why the courts matter so much in our society http://www.queerty.com/our-idiot-proof-democracy-why-gays-lesbians-must-stand-up-for-the-courts-20090405/ .

Sexting

2009-03-24T21:44:00.000-04:00

Sexting – or sending nude or partially nude images through cell phone – is a new craze that is driving parents wild. Here on Turned On, we wanted to think about this and if it is an issue. The main concern with “sexting” is that high schoolers and middle schoolers, who have not yet reached the legal age of consent are sending these pictures of themselves, or forwarding them, leading to sex offender and child pornography charges. But in college, that is not the issue. Sexting can carry many benefits for those who are of age.

First, you can connect with your significant other when away from each other. Sexting allows you to send pictures of your body, parts or yourself in your favorite position helping your loved one get off while thinking about you. It also is an intriguing way of flirting and turning the other person on.

BUT there are some negative consequences that may be associated. The most relevant for us, is taking pictures of yourself and sending them to others is a semi-permanent thing. If you take a picture and the other person has that stored on their phone, it will last until they delete it. An issue may arise if friends or family go through their phone and look at their messages. Also, people can instantly forward these pictures to anyone else, losing all privacy.

This has been the issue concerning parents. Not only for younger children is it illegal (and these younger children learn from their cooler older siblings like us), but this lack of privacy and embarrassment associated with it has also lead to problems. In fact, a girl, Jessica Logan, hanged herself after her nude pictures meant only for her boyfriend were sent to hundreds of people in her high school, leading to vicious taunting. An estimated 22 percent of teenagers engage in sexting.

Talkback – What do you think? Is sexting bad, or is it just a harmless way to share pictures with a significant other? Should there be such extreme punishments for teenagers engaging in it?

2009-03-10T21:15:00.001-04:00

Hey everyone,

Hope you all had a great spring break. I had an awesome time down in Acapulco soaking up the sun, going to parties and just having a jolly old time. But, in any situation where you go to a foreign country and you partake in activities involving the opposite sex and drinking you always have to be careful. I know we haven’t had a lot of in depth information about STDs recently, so I thought you may want a list of some common symptoms. That “sunburn” on your private might actually be genital warts. In all seriousness, it is always important to wear a condom and be sexually responsible, nonetheless here’s a list of some common STDs…

Chlamydia
Most people have no symptoms.
Abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina,
pain in the testicles,
and burning with urinating.
Long-term irritation may cause lower abdominal pain, inflammation of the eyes and skin lesions.
In women, it can cause inflammation of the pelvic organs pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Chlamydia can be completely cured, but can be caught again, especially if both sex partners aren't treated.

Genital Herpes
Small red bumps, blisters, or open sores on the penis, vagina, or areas close by.
Also, vaginal discharge in women.
Fever, headache, and muscle aches. Pain when urinating.
Itching, burning, or swollen glands in genital area.
Pain in legs, buttocks, or genital area.
Symptoms may go away and then come back. Some people may have no symptoms. There is no cure. Treatment includes taking a medicine to lower severity of symptoms.

Gonorrhea
Pain or burning when urinating
. Yellowish and sometimes bloody discharge from the penis or vagina.
But, many men have no symptoms. Can be completely cured, but can be caught again, especially if both sex partners aren't treated.

Hepatitis B
Mild fever.
Headache and muscle aches, joint pain
. Tiredness
. Loss of appetite. Nausea and vomiting.
Dark-colored urine and pale bowel movements.
Stomach pain.
Skin and whites of eyes turning yellow (jaundice).
About 30% of people have no symptoms. Treatment includes taking a medicine to help the liver fight damage from the virus.
There are medications available to treat long-lasting (chronic) HBV-infection. These work for some people, but there is no cure for hepatitis B when you first get it.
Fortunately, routine immunization of all children with the Hepatitis B vaccine will hopefully eliminate future Hepatitis B infections.

HIV Infection And Aids
May have no symptoms for 10 years or more.
Extreme fatigue.
Rapid weight loss
Frequent low-grade fevers and night sweats.
Frequent yeast infections (in the mouth).
Red, brown, or purplish blotches on or under the skin or inside the mouth, nose, or eyelids.
Women can have vaginal yeast infections and other STDs, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), and menstrual cycle changes.
There is no cure. Treatment includes taking medicines to stop the virus from replicating, or making copies of itself.
Keep in mind that the CDC recommends that routine screening for HIV should begin for all teens at age 13 and then repeated each year if they are at high risk for getting an HIV infection.

Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus (HPV))
Genital warts that usually first appear as small, hard painless bumps on the penis,
in the vaginal area, or around the anus.
They sometimes can be hard to see, but if left untreated can turn into a fleshy, cauliflower-like appearance
. Some people have no apparent symptoms.
HPV is linked with a higher risk of cervical cancer in women.
Gardasil, the HPV vaccine, will hopefully decrease the risk of getting genital warts and cervical cancer and can be given to girls between the ages of 9 and 26 years of age.
Syphilis
In the first (primary) stage, about 10 days to six weeks after exposure: a painless sore (chancre) or many sores that will heal on their own. If not treated, infection spreads to the next stage.
Secondary stage: skin rash that usually does not itch and clears on its own. Fever, swollen lymph glands, sore throat, patchy hair loss, headaches, weight loss, muscle aches, and tiredness.
Latent (hidden) stage: symptoms disappear, but infection remains in body and can damage the brain, nerves, eyes, heart, blood vessels, liver, bones, and joints. Late stage: not able to coordinate muscle movements, paralysis, numbness, gradual blindness, dementia, and possibly death. Can be completely cured, but can be caught again, especially if both sex partners aren't treated.

Matt

Episode 2/17/09

2009-02-19T11:39:00.001-05:00

Proudly presenting the episode from this Tuesday!

Full Episode (2/10/09)

2009-02-16T00:11:00.001-05:00

Hey, guys! Proud to present the episode from last week!

I Got 99 Problems...

2009-02-14T18:16:00.000-05:00

Ah yes, Valentine’s Day. The day that couples get to act super happy and in love, regardless of their true feelings, and those of us who are single get to feel bad about ourselves—or do we? Society tells me that I should curl up in the fetal position in a dark corner of my apartment and cry, but to society I loudly and proudly say “none for me, thanks.” As a single male, I believe all is not lost when it comes to Single Awareness Day.

Let’s consider the facts: Valentine’s Day is basically a “holiday” created for women. Guys, for the most part, couldn’t care less whether the day happens or not. We are required to care about the day when we have that special someone in our lives. Those not in a relationship are basically ostracized from society, and considered to be damaged goods or unwanted (don’t worry, it’s only for the day, we’ll be fine tomorrow). Given this intense pressure to be in a relationship, women will do anything to at least put on the façade of one. What does this mean for the Average Joe? A goldmine, that’s what.

In the hyper-hookup culture that is college, finding a mate on any given Friday or Saturday night is not necessarily a difficult feat. However, when a holiday such as Valentine’s Day is lurking just around the corner, this situation reaches critical mass and finding a woman for the evening can be just about as easy as shooting a proverbial fish in a barrel. Seriously, if you can’t pull it off on one of the nights leading up to V-Day, you may as well retire from the Game.

Don’t believe me? Let’s try a hypothetical, then. Single Girl hangs around her female Friends with Dates, all of whom incessantly talk about how great their Valentine’s Day is going to be. Talks of flowers, expensive dinners, intimate and meaningful conversation, lots of sex-having—all this for weeks and weeks leading up to the day. By the weekend of the holiday, Single Girl has decided that she, too, wants to find romance, if only to show Friends with Dates that she can run with the big dogs. Single Girl goes out, and makes herself very available to just about any guy within reason. This is where the Average Joe steps in.

The Average Joe can find Single Girl at the bar/house party/wine aisle and chat her up. Average Joe and Single Girl make meaningless conversation, perhaps about how “great” it is to be buying wine-for-one on this of all days. Single Girl will be flirty, and easily amused by even the lamest jokes. The door is open, all the Average Joe has to do is walk through it. The best plan of attack is to tell her you’ll “be at _____ party, and it would be fantastic if you came.” Single Girl will undoubtedly show up, and the Average Joe can seal the deal. As an aside, repeat this process 3-5 times, to hedge your bets in order to guarantee selection. No one should have to settle.

While there might not be expensive dinners, over-priced flowers, or meaningful conversation, there likely will be a lot of sex-having between Single Girl and the Average Joe. This does not, however, mean Single Girl has questionable morals; rather, on any other day or weekend it would require 2-4 dates before the sex-having commenced. The exception lies in the nature of the day which, let’s be honest, is getting some. If the end-game of Valentine’s Day is not to get laid, we have all been severely misled.

And remember, Lil' Wayne said it best: "Don't hate the game, hate the institution."

Your Average Joe,

Joe Degnan

Valentines Day!

2009-02-10T12:37:00.000-05:00

Having problems with your love life? Now is the time to start thinking about the sexiest holiday Hallmark ever created! The Superbowl of those who eat, sleep and sweat sexy, would rather be naked that clothed and Turned On’s favorite holday… Valentines Day.

While some girls think of chocolates, flowers and cards for Cupid’s Holiday, others have sex on the mind. Being in college is a great thing… finally the ability to not have to sneak down in your parent’s basement and hope to get a handjob, if you’re lucky, before you hear her parents creep down the stairs to see if you “need something to drink”. Now the you’re in college you have the ultimate freedom to do whatever you wish in your bed with whomever you wish. But let’s take a step back before you start to put your towel on the door.

Nothing ruins the mood like dirty socks next to your bed (we don’t want to know what you are doing with your tube socks), homework displayed all over the room, dirty dishes with crusted macaroni and cheese and especially one little thing- your roommate.

Here are some useful tips to get your dorm room or bed room to be the most sensual, romantic, sexy or whatever you please for this upcoming Valentines Day! It's time to get creative. Start by fantasizing: What excites your sense of smell, touch, taste? What do you like to be able to see, or not see, when you're snuggling? Use your five senses and these 10 tips to make sure you have the most sexy V-Day ever without using candles and burning down South Quad.

1. Extra Pillows. The more the merrier! No true seductress expects her honey to sleep in discomfort, and imagine how you'll look lounging against a mountain of plush, comfy, oh-so-inviting cushions. Try different textures and fabrics for sensual surprises when it's too dark to see. Bed Bath and Beyond is great for some extra pillows that are cheap. Use the pillows under your woman’s hips for a new sensation and easier anal entry. Women will appreciate this and guys will look romantic.
2. Banish the Television. Better yet- hide the remote. Valentines Day is not for having Gossip Girl or SportsCenter in the background. Keep it quiet as possible so you can hear each other breathing and the dirty talk.
3. Adjustable Lighting. Candles are not permitted in the dorms and Turned On is not here to start fires, except for in your pants. Use a bedside lamp with a dimmer switch, or low-watt lighting behind a mysterious screen. Try a lampshade or paper lantern that's decorated to cast lovely shapes and shadows around the room. Another tip is to use flameless candles that you can get at CVS. These battery operated candles flicker just like candles and can even puff out nice scents.
4. The Best Sheets You Can Buy. What makes sleeping at a hotel so sexy? Hint: it's not the mint on the pillow. It's the soft, crisp, easy-to-slide-between sheets. The magic words for any temptress worth her tickle-feather are "thread count," and you're looking for nothing less than 250. Try to avoid silk sheets because you could end up like our sexpert Matt and slide right off the bed, scraping your back on your dresser.
5. Music. It's not the food of love for nothing. A successful love nest creates an ambience of passion and suspense, and music is a key part of that effect. The tunes you play in a love nest should be rhythmic, intriguing, and a little bit racy. Think Barry White or Middle Eastern doumbek. Music that's repetitive or too soft, combined with dim lighting and a cozy-looking bed, can run the risk of soothing the very senses you want to stimulate. So take risks with your music, and don't be afraid to turn up the volume! If Barry White bores you, try to turn up the volume, and the heat with some raunchy Lil Wayne, Nine Inch Nails, or Justin Timberlake.
6. Adventures for the eye. A well-chosen, striking, and prominently-placed bit of eye candy can spice up your bedroom faster than a truckload of oysters. Think bold, sexy colors and prints, like one wall painted your favorite dramatic shade, or anything leopard.
7. Reflect the romance. Mirrors can go a long way toward creating an inviting atmosphere, and no, you needn't hang one on your ceiling. This would be easy though if your beds are bunked or you have a loft. You can get a cheap mirror from Bed Bath and Beyond or even Target to place on the ceiling or on the wall next to your bed. Some flirty alternatives: a lamp in a beautiful color or a cluster of candles in front of your mirror can enhance romantic lighting, or a strategically-placed selection of small makeup mirrors throughout the room (on the table, near the flowers, on the bedposts) will add a sexy twinkle and some delightful surprises to the evening.
8. Organic Pleasures. Recreate some tropical abundance in your room with luscious plants and flowers and food! Beware of going overboard unless your guy gets a kick out of hacking his way through a jungle to you like Indiana Jones.
9. Something Billowy. Try to add a little motion to the emotion in your love nest, with a loosely-flowing nightgown, a floaty sheer curtain, or just your trusty ficus plant, reborn with a string of lights and swaying in a low breeze. And speaking of breeze, nothing gets sexy fabrics moving like a quiet fan on a low speed in the corner perhaps with a pot of delicious potpourri in front of it, to spread a warm scent.
10. Clear the Clutter. The following things are not welcome in any true Love Nest: pictures of mom, pictures of exes, electric bills, the television (it's worth repeating), laundry baskets, stray socks and inhibitions.

So use some, or all of these tips to make your Valentines Day the best! ☺

Stay Sexy Ann Arbor,
Your Sexpert… Samie

Ps: Thanks to ivillage.com for these great tips!

Turned On (2/3/09)

2009-02-05T12:34:00.001-05:00

Proudly presenting the full Turned On episode from Tuesday, 2/3/09. Enjoy!

Turned On All The Time!

2009-02-03T12:30:00.000-05:00

If you have sex questions throughout the week, Turned On is still your place to go! We are now online throughout the week on AOL Instant Messenger, screen name AskTurnedOn. Your own campus sexperts will be online sporadically throughout the week answering questions and giving advice! Also, every episode we will be online during every show, so ask questions and we will answer them on-air for you!

Tonight we will be talking about Homosexuality and sex along with general anal sex tips for beginners, both giving and receiving.

On that note, I wanted to list some campus sex resources for everyone to use.
First, UHS is one of the best places to go for sex help, serious health matters, free condoms and lube, plus anonymous HIV testing and information. It is located in Suite 2110, on the Second Floor of UHS (Right across from the Michigan League).

The Spectrum Center is also an excellent resource for LGBT members for help, resources and offers some anonymous HIV testing. Located on the 3rd floor of the Michigan Union, more information can be found at http://spectrumcenter.umich.edu/.

I don't want to spoil our episode tonight, so want to just give you a few funny myths/questions to think about:
Am I gay? Can you stop being gay? Why do all gay men have such a good sense of fashion? Why do all lesbians have short butch hair?

While a lot of these questions are debatable, we will touch on this topic on tonight shows and also explore the joys on gay sex and just anal sex in general!

Tune in an get ready to be Turned On!

Turned On Full Episode

2009-01-28T17:57:00.001-05:00

Hey, everybody. This is the full episode of Turned On from 1/27/09. Enjoy!

The Spray-On Condom!

2009-01-27T11:53:00.001-05:00

Calling Gentlemen of all sizes: start your engines...
As women, we know that all of you men don't have the ability to fit inside the Magnum condoms and there is a reason they don't call you "10-inch Todd", but we still love you and your man goods. With the average penis size of males around the world measuring at 5.5 inches, why would the average condom size measure to 6.5 inches? Not only is it embarrassing for both parties to have a floppy condom but it can also be dangerous.

Condoms can easily slide off or break if they don't fit properly. Nothing ruins the mood more than hearing "oops" during a passionate, steamy banging session. With 120 million acts of sexual intercourse everyday, men and women around the world need a condom they can rely on!

Here is an article from the New York Times (hey! I didn't know that the Times got sexy?). One sexy German invented a condom that sprays on. This "second skin" makes sex more pleasurable for both parties because it is more sensitive than the latex alternative. This condom is guaranteed to fit perfectly snug so no one will be embarrassed or worried about hearing that dreadful word "oops".

The only problem is that we are waiting for this wonder-product to make it out on the market for sexy people to enjoy everywhere. Also the gel takes about two minutes to harden before use and is cold on first contact... hope you can stay hard boys! Even though I don't trust the Germans I think every one should give this miracle condom a try... once it's approved of course.

Don't believe me? Here's the article!

Spray-On, The
(New York Times)
By REBECCA SKLOOT
Published: December 12, 2008
Jan Vinzenz Krause, a 31-year-old German entrepreneur, says that condoms should be more like shoes. “You go into a shop, tell them your size and you get shoes that fit your feet,” he says. “Not so with condoms.” Aside from the occasional extra-large brand, condoms essentially come in one size: about 6.5 inches long. Penises, however, come in many sizes. This leaves many men squeezed into condoms so tight they cut off circulation (and impede erections) or so large they’re floppy and nonfunctional. To fix this, Krause has invented the world’s first condom that can be custom made for each man: the spray-on condom.
Several years ago, Krause created a Web site called the Online Condom Advisor, where he catalogued details of more than 100 brands to help men find the right fit. Soon users began asking him to recommend condoms that were large or small, wide or thin, but Krause couldn’t find any. Eventually one man asked, Isn’t there a condom that can be custom-sized to each man?
The idea for the spray-on condom came to Krause in a car wash, where he realized he could make a tube into which an erect penis could be inserted and then sprayed with liquid latex from all sides (as in a car wash) to create a perfectly fitting condom. He got PVC tubing and 30 nozzles from a hardware store, and the resulting condoms, according to Krause, feel like second skin — far more sensitive than traditional condoms. This year, 30 men tested a version of the device for ease of use and condom size. Their reviews were all positive. The only drawbacks: it takes two minutes for the condom to dry, and, as Krause says, “the spray is a bit cold.” So far, testing hasn’t involved intercourse with a partner, but Krause reports that it works well. “I am the developer,” he says with a giggle, “so of course I did a bit more testing of my own.”
Unfortunately, a regulatory agency has contacted Krause to point out the European Union’s strict product standards. “That will make it difficult to bring to market,” Krause says. He has developed My Size, a line of traditional condoms available in multiple sizes, which went on sale in November. But he doesn’t see spray-on condoms being commercially available any time soon.

Well, there you have it folks!

Until we see these beauties on the market we'll all have to stick to our beloved Trojans. Always wear a condom and remember to squeeze the tip when applying so there are no air bubbles that may cause tears. Here is some priceless advice- Ladies offer to apply the condom on yourself... talk about getting TURNED ON- its sexy and you know you're doing it right!

Stay Sexy Ann Arbor,
xoxo Your sexpert
Samie

PS: Look below to watch our most recent Turned On episode!

Episode, 1/20/09

2009-01-21T11:59:00.001-05:00

Turned On is proud to present its winter episode from Tuesday, January 20th. It includes a number of tips on how to stay warm during the winter. A note: its blurry for a few moments at the beginning but it gets better. Enjoy!

Keep warm this winter

2009-01-20T00:45:00.000-05:00

Hey guys,

I hope everyone has started off the semester well. It's especially important to keep warm while it's so cold this winter, and there is no better way to do that than to snuggle up with someone special. Not all of us are lucky enough to have that special someone to snuggle with, so sometimes you need to meet that guy or gal at the bar. All of us know it can be difficult to muster up the courage to talk someone, and we can all get a little tongue tied at times. Just be confident, be yourself, and make sure not to say any of the following pick up lines...

WORST PICK UP LINES I'VE EVER SEEN

Did it hurt? The fall from heaven…
Excuse me is that dress felt? Would you like it to be?
Hey baby, let’s play house… you can be the door and I’ll slam you!
Hi, you’ll do.
I wonder what our children will look like?
I’ve got a condom with your name on it… and an emergency contraceptive for when I don’t use the condom.
You smell wet.. Let’s party
Come on. We’re leaving.
If you won’t screw me, can I screw you?
I’m sorry were you talking to me? (No.) Well then please start.
I have the strangest feeling you have a very beautiful vagina
You know.. the more I drink the better you look.
Can I buy you a drink? Or do you just want the money?
I may not be the best looking guy.. But I’m the only one talking to you.
I love every bone in your body… especially mine.

Remember, meeting someone for the first time is all about making a good impression. Trying to be some hard-ass when you're not, is not going to come across well. Just relax and be yourself. To all the girls out there, it takes a lot of balls to come up to you guys when you're with all your friends and looking HOT at the bar. So, when a guy comes over be open, unless he's a total D-bag, then you don't have to talk to him.

Everyone have a safe and fun semester and remember to watch us Tuesday nights at 10pm.

Fruit or contraceptive?

2008-11-25T09:20:00.000-05:00

While sitting in class the other day, one of my teachers noted that there was a study that Lemon juice may be used as a contraceptive and may cure AIDS. This is kind of a big deal, so after doing some research, I thought I would share this with everyone.

First thing I found out... A high concentration of lemon juice has been found to kill the HIV virus and sperm in laboratory settings. This is important because it means that this is NOT proven in humans, so please use a condom and protect yourself from pregnancy and HIV. It is interesting that when this story came out (in 2002), there was actually a lot of media coverage. While it is revolutionary in that it has shown to kill the HIV virus, why is it 6 years later and there are not huge campaigns stating: "Drink lemonade! Cure HIV!" Obviously there were some problems with this study.

Apparently, lemons were used as a contraceptive in the Mediterranean for hundreds of years before condoms were invented. The researcher of this study, Robert Short of Melbourne University in Australia, said that "I'm a great believer in history. People would not have used it for 300 or 400 years if it did not work." He also went on to talk about how women in his lab said that the lemon juice was not uncomfortable. He suggests that this could be revolutionary because it is cheap to grow fruit and this could help developing countries. Obviously, six years later we still don't use lemon juice as a contraceptive or HIV cure, so we should be suspicious about his information.

As a response, "Julian Meldrum of the London-based National AIDS Manual [said]: 'The basic principle that acids such as lemon juice can inactivate both sperm and HIV has been known for some years.' But although lemon juice was used historically as a contraceptive, 'it is unknown how much damage this did both directly to the vagina and the interior of the cervix and uterus, and indirectly, through effects on microbes in the vagina.'"

After looking at the legitimacy of this research, I would recommend keeping food as an aphrodisiac, or just using it to keep sex fun and yummy, let's leave the contraceptives to the Trojans, not the Aussies.

Give Thanks

2008-11-17T10:46:00.000-05:00

In spite of the Thanksgiving season, Turned On wants to give give give!

We want to hear back from you guys to see what you like/don't like and what else we can do for you!
Over the weekend while the snow was falling down in Ann Arbor, MI, the folks at Turned On was keeping it hot and steamy thinking of new ideas for students for the winter. Here are some things that you can look forward to after Thanksgiving and this winter on your favorite campus sex show, Turned On!

Sexercise- The sexperts at Turned On will be showing you a very sexy way to workout just the right muscles you need to make every night with your lady/man friend a special and unforgettable one. You can probably learn a few new skills too. Who knows?- Maybe working out your buns and kegels at the same time will allow you to pick up some hotties at the CCRB! Look for the crew of Turned On at the CCRB early next week to watch us "get physical".

Speed Dating- Last episode Turned On focused on how to pick up those hotties and what NOT to do when trying to get a girl. I hope everyone took good notes because Turned On wants to give back to YOU GUYS- with a speed dating event! How fun/(hilarious maybe?) would it be to participate in our speed dating event. With the crew of Turned On right there, (and maybe some of us speeding dating as well) how could you say no? So keep watching for more news about our speed dating event!

Aphrodisiacs- With the wonderful turkey day coming up next week- our sexperts Diana, Matt and Bob will be talking about what they are thankful for and some serious aphrodisiacs that can help turn anyone on. Now we do not swear that these foods will get you laid, but we can, however, promise that it will be fun to try. Tune into Turned On this week to get a list of interesting aphrodisiacs and sexy foods for the Thanksgiving season.

Eat/Drink with the Crew of Turned On!- We were thinking of not only giving back to you guys by offering the best sex/dating advice that we know and answering your questions on air but we also want to meet you! Let's say you can walk into one of the local campus hotspots to see your favorite Turned On member there! How about seeing all of them together? Turned On will plan an event where we all decide to hang out at somewhere (like Cantina?) for the night so our fans can come in, have a margarita or burrito and talk sex with your campus sexperts.... how sexy!

If you have any other suggestions on how Turned On can give back- (we are so thoughtful) then comment on the blog or write us at wolvturnedon@umich.edu. We love hearing from our sexy fans!

Remember just because the snow is falling doesn't mean you guys can't stay hot- keep working those moves and keep watching Turned On to get the most out of your winter here in Ann Arbor.

Happy Sex-ing!
-Your favorite Sexperts

HALLOWEEN

2008-10-31T15:18:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone hope your all getting excited for Halloween!

It's always been one of my favorite holidays. As a little kid you get as much candy as you can carry and as a college student you can still get a lot of sugar if you know how to play the night...

So here are a few tips (if you missed them from this weeks show) to guarantee a spooky and sexy Halloween

1. Dress the Part--- Pick a costume thats going to show you off. Guy's if you've been hitting the gym recently dress up as a caveman or body builder or something to show off those guns, or if you've just grown your first mustache be Ron Burgundy. Girls it goes without saying if your trying to get guys attention, LESS IS MORE. Obviously don't go out naked but show a little skin, the more promiscuous you dress the more likely it is for a guy to approach you.

2. Be a little aggressive--- Everyone is out to have a good time so put yourself out there a little bit. Maybe go and introduce yourself to someone you normally wouldn't have the confidence to normally. Maybe you've always had a crush on that really cute girl in your spanish class, well nows your chance. Think about it even if she turns you down you're in a costume and can totally pretend it wasn't you the next day.

3. Try a little role play?--- Come on everyone... If you're already in a costume why not try it. If you have a long time parter or brand new friend mess around a little. Its a fun way to spice things up in the bedroom and do all the things you always thought about and could never pull off. Join the mile high club with a super cute flight attendant or maybe have that plumber take care of that problem you have...

4. Have fun--- Halloween is basically just about having fun so go out with your friends be safe and make some memories good or regrettable. AND YES!! Remember everyone this is one of the few times a year where you can actually say dude or girlfriend (whatever the girl equivalent to dude is) I had no idea thats what he looked like!!! He was in costume. So lower your standards a little??? Just kidding but have a good time!

Hope everyone has a great Halloween and please watch our show next week same time same channel.
10Pm channel 55 in the dorms

Were also starting to upload clips on Youtube... search wolv tv turned on if you want to check us out there

National Coming Out Week

2008-10-12T22:20:00.000-04:00

Yesterday (Saturday, October 11th) was National Coming Out day, so I thought I would share some fun gay history and facts.

The rainbow flag that we all associate with gays started to have significance with the LGBT community in 1978. The colors are used to represent diversity within the community, and is normally flown with red on top. Red signifies life, orange is healing, yellow is sunlight, green is nature, blue is harmony and purple is spirit.

Purple is another gay community symbol, with a very different meaning. Normally seen as a pink upside down triangle, this was a symbol used to identify homosexual men in Nazi concentration camps. The Holocaust was not just about jews, but many gays were deported as well. An upside down black triangle was used specifically for women who were lesbians, or not the ideal image of a woman. Many times these two are combined to form the color purple and purple triangles.

There are references of homo eroticism dating back to 12,000 BC! The first gay couple was thought to be Khumhotep and Niankhknum in Egypt during the 25th century BC, with the first Lesbian being from Lesbos in the 6th century BC. Looking at the current debate of gay marriage, the first recorded and legal gay marriages were performed in the 1st century BC. One marriage was even gave one man the same honors as Julius Caesar's wife. In fact, it is believed that Caesar himself was involved in a gay love affair!

Some other quick facts:

It was not until the 1920's that the term gay was actually used to refer to homosexuals.

In 1973, the APA removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders.

Did you know... in many countries in Africa and the middle East, homosexuality is illegal which is punishable by large penalties, life in prison, and sometimes even the death penalty.

Here on Michigan's campus, there are very open and liberal gay and straight communities.

Martha's Wiener

2008-09-28T20:47:00.000-04:00

One of our new field correspondents, Diana Rosenbach sent me an article about the Martha Stewart Show last week.

"The always primp and proper Martha Stewart dedicated an entire episode of her daytime
show this week to everything Hot Dog related.

The Martha Stewart Show featured all kinds of hot dogs and toppings.

They even had a special 15-foot hot dog created by Empire National in Brooklyn that was
hand delivered to Martha's studio.

And showing you can never be too proper, Ms. Stewart added, "For those of you who don't
think length matters, I disagree ? especially when it comes to wieners."

How saucy, Martha!

"There's just never enough bites in a hot dog," she added."
Thank you Perez Hilton!

I guess size does matter... thanks Martha!

See you all Tuesday at 10:00!

Your Sexperts

ps: did anyone try the testosterone patch yet?

Welcome Back Sexy Students!

2008-09-28T20:22:00.000-04:00

Hello All!

As September is coming to an end new things are starting in our lives... Football season, hour long lines at Ricks, BTB, a new semester of classes and of course, a new season of Turned On!

I hope many of you guys that are fans to this blog (I think we have 2 people right now) all tuned into the show last Tuesday. The new and improved season of Turned On premiered with a very successful half hour episode and the introduction of some new sexperts.

Matt Plonsker, a sophomore cancer who enjoys playing The Sims online and some Billy Holiday is our new sexpert and co-host. Matt is replacing the very sexy and experienced Justin Kushner but don't worry folks, Matt's has first-hand experiences with nights at Studio, penis-enlargers and missing football games for underage sorority girls, so he will be great for this show.

Bob Thorson is also a new addition to the Turned On studio. Although Bob's specialties are STD's and anal sex, he is clean as a whistle... well we'll see about that. Bob's professionalism and sex knowledge is exactly what this season needs and I can't wait to hear Bob say "cum" again next week.

Turned On still has our amazing director Andrew Jones and head field correspondent Sara Kuzminski.

If you are interested in joining the Turned On family please contact TurnedOn08@umich.edu.

Remember folks, we are a public service for YOU, the students of University of Michigan. We, your loyal sexperts, are here to help you get into that freshman's girls pants, stop being embarrassed to masturbate and find out what the bump really is on your penis.

If you have any questions or need advice from one of our sexperts throughout the week please e-mail TurnedOn08@umich.edu and you will get a response within 24 hours or less.

See you all sexy people Tuesday at 10:00! Channel 55 in the dorms!

Your Producer and Sexpert,
Samie

Win a Valentine's Date with Dan!

2008-02-11T21:48:00.000-05:00

That's right! We here at Turned On! are committed to giving back to our loyal viewers. That is why we are giving away an all expenses paid date party invite to one very lucky lady. If you have plans for Valentine's Day already, break them. If you don't have plans this Valentine's Day, make them! Dan's plans recently changed as his date bailed on him last minute. What a floosie! Dan is a smart, easygoing guy who likes to both work hard and play hard. Enjoy a night you will not soon forget as you will party along side your Sexperts and other notable hotties.

If you are interested in accompanying Dan as his date this Thursday, please email wolv.turnedon07@umich.edu. Let us know why YOU would be a great date for Dan.

Guys need not apply.

Your Sexperts

A day with Ronney...

2007-11-27T14:51:00.000-05:00

Here at Turned On!, life as a sexpert can be very interesting...
Justin and I were both very excited to introduce our Sexy Street Sexperts, Jake and Sarah, as they made thier way to the diag to ask our fellow students about pick up lines... this is what they found.

Enjoy and stay sexy,
<3 Samie

PS: For all of our lovely viewers who cannot go one week without being Turned On!, I wanted to let everyone know that Monday, December 3rd, is our last episode of the semester. Before your package starts shrinking, know that Justin and I will be giving great tips for how to make the cold holiday nights more steamy.

PPS: Also, next semester look forward to a new and improved Turned On! The staff and sexperts will be putting thier sexiest minds forward to making the show the best it can be. This also comes with a new time... we will be airing LIVE every Monday night at 11:30 pm! Mark your calanders and I look forward to hearing from you guys this Monday at 11:00!

This Could Be You!

2007-11-27T13:43:00.000-05:00

If you haven't had the chance to check out "Turned On" on WOLV TV yet, you are in luck. Here is a special sneak peak at a call in from one of our earlier episodes. You can call in live on Mondays at 11:30pm. Also, if you have what it takes to be a sexpert, email us at wolv.turnedon@umich.edu. We are looking for you!

Legal Seafood

2007-11-10T12:36:00.000-05:00

Hey all,

Early this morning while doing my daily regimen of *@%& push ups, I came to the realization that many of our viewers are probably up in Wisconsin trying desperately to bump nasties with the cheese people. This excited me, because I once knew a girl from Wisconsin. It didn't really work out because I knew her roommate a little better the next weekend...

But listen up. If you really want to Wisconsinize your sex this weekend, there's going to be hotties and then there's going to be notties. In between, however, you have to be careful that you're not grinding on some chica who's taking a break from studying for her ACTs! That's why it's important to Know Your Statutory Rape Laws!

This week: Wisconsin!

Wisconsin

§ 948. 02

§ 948. 09

Sexual intercourse with a person under 13 years of age

Sexual intercourse with a person under 16 years of age

Sexual intercourse with a minor at least age of 16

Up to 40 years in prison

Up to 25 years in prison

Up to nine months in prison

Source: http://www.cga.ct.gov/2003/olrdata/jud/rpt/2003-R-0376.htm

Remember... Stay LEGAL and Stay SEXY! One technique I would like to advocate is the draft and follow rule. But you'll have to tune in Monday to get more out of me ;o)

Justin
your sEXPERT

Always Turned On!

2007-11-09T13:21:00.000-05:00

Welcome to the Turned On! Blog, where we're always blogging.

Our goal is to get this campus thinking and acting sexier, and we are going to use every possible way to keep you turned on... plus you can read this while you're in your underwear.

As sexperts, we constantly have dirty thoughts running through our heads. And sometimes, there's not a television show to discuss it.

Enter: The Turned On! Blog.

This will be the place for you lovebirds to really get inside of our heads, and find out what we're thinking. Gentleman, use this to your advantage... Sex with Samie doesn't just have to be once a week.

And on the rare occasion that we miss something as we go live each Monday night or don't suitably answer your question, chances are we'll have a juicy response for ya right here. So check back, and check back often!

And while we are at your disposal 24/7, this is a two-way street... meaning you have got to respond to us and ask, comment, etc. For example: Do oral sex and poprocks mix? This is a lay-up come on!

Don't forget to watch us each Monday Night, 11:00pm on WolvTV.

Samie and Justin
your sEXPERTS