In this bold and honest conversation, Dr. Cassandre Dunbar is joined by the unapologetic and insightful Mandii B — co-host of the Decisions Decisions podcast and co-author of the new book No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and Power.Together, they talk about everything from redefining intimacy and navigating pleasure without shame, to healing from past relationships and reclaiming ownership of our bodies and desires. Mandii shares the personal experiences that shaped her — including her evolving relationship with her mother, the power of therapy, and how New York City’s energy helped sharpen her self-awareness.This episode is an open, necessary dialogue about womanhood, sexuality, and growth — delivered with candor, laughter, and plenty of truth.Takeaways:There’s a big difference between intimacy and sex — and we deserve both.Healing is messy and doesn’t happen on anyone’s timeline but yours.Therapy is a tool, not a weakness.Your story — no matter how complicated — has value and power.You’re allowed to want more: in love, in your body, and in your life.Mentioned in this episode:– Mandii B’s book No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and PowerGuest Spotlight: Mandii B has become one of the most trusted voices on women’s empowerment, sexual liberation, and body positivity. She simultaneously has her finger on the pulse of “the”culture and all things pop culture, music, and business. Before becoming a full-timepodcaster and entrepreneur, Mandii worked as a tax accountant for a Big Four firm afterreceiving a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business and Marketing. With much to say, Mandii is the co-host and creator of the wildly popular sex-positive, TOP 50-ranking Decisions, Decisions on Black Effect Network on iHeartMedia. Connect with me on socials- join the Be Well,Sis tribe on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube , and subscribe to the newsletter or buy me a coffee!If this episode resonated with you- share with a friend!We're supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital- head over to www.stjude.org/bewellsis right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Want to get in touch? Maybe you want to hear from a certain guest or have a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at [email protected] with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Have you’re on Not Well, Sis rant to contribute? Click here to send it into the show!Be Well, Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert.Be Well, Sis is an editaudio collaboration.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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