Two Old Sexperts: Talking Sexuality & Disabilities
Disability Consultants Shawn McGill & Sharon Potter have joined together to create a unique podcast series. We will focus on aspects related to gender, sexuality, and much more specific to supporting those with disabilities. Our goal is to give you information, resources and help to better enable more people to navigate these complex issues.
Episodes
June 12, 2025 • 3 mins
Hello, Podcast listeners! This is a quick update on what's happening with the two old sexperts! We'll be back soon, answering questions and providing tips and information. If you have any questions about the services provided by Shawn McGill Consulting or to follow our events, please visit www.shawnmcgillmsw.com for more details. Stay tuned, Sharon and I will be back and chatting with you soon!
Stay well and stay strong!
Shawn
Stay well and stay strong!
Shawn
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March 27, 2025 • 34 mins
We are sharing questions and answers (or dialogues regarding the questions) to guide and support. Our shared goal as "Two Old Sexperts" is to provide you, the listener, with education and resources while remaining devoted to supporting those with intellectual, developmental, and neurological differences, mainly related to sexuality, whether it involves healthy sexuality or more complicated issues such as offending behavior.
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February 17, 2025 • 58 mins
Our nation is facing unprecedented challenges. Democracy and human rights are under attack. This affects all of us, and we need to start caring and thinking more deeply. If we are champions, allies, friends, or supporters of anyone considered a minority (yes, women; that includes you), then the time was long ago, but the urgency is now. Our futures and our lives depend on it. People want us to be fearful. They want us to conform an...
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December 4, 2024 • 8 mins
A brief PSA on service changes in Pennsylvania and a hope for an inspirational boost! ~Shawn
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October 24, 2024 • 21 mins
It has been nearly six months since we joined to record a podcast. This episode is about the union and journey of two friends. Our serendipitous dinner in Scranton led to the creation of the podcast a few years ago, but, more importantly, our relationship moved from professional acquaintances to friends. Our relationship propels and inspires us to try to teach others. Sexuality is broad. Humanity is complex. The power to moti...
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March 9, 2024 • 24 mins
In this episode, we (Shawn and Sharon) talk about autism and offense-related issues. Through the chat, we explore and openly discuss a lot of gaps and missing components that could lead us to better solutions to prevent brushing up on the criminal justice system, at least as it relates to sexual offenses.
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February 18, 2024 • 2 mins
Registration for the Sexuality Practitioner Program is now available. We will be starting with two cohorts beginning May 2nd. One option is each Thursday during the 12-1 pm lunch hour, or another option is each Thursday in the evening from 7-8 pm. For more information, please visit www.shawnmcgillmsw.com and click on the events page.
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February 9, 2024 • 9 mins
What is the Sexuality Practitioner Program? This is a professional development program designed to prepare the student to serve individuals with complex needs related to sexuality. The scope of this training prepares the student to complete various sexuality assessments, and train on abuse prevention & safety, and work with team members to address and support these complex needs. All students receive consultation with Shawn McG...
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January 17, 2024 • 39 mins
Sharon and I had the absolute pleasure of spending time with Dr. Michele Angello. Dr. Angello is an educator, therapist, consultant, and author who has paved the way to spotlight gender non-conformity and challenge our constructs related to gender. An issue so misunderstood and seemingly seen as so complex by many, Dr. Angello has tackled it head-on.
Best said by Dr. Angello herself, "My dream is for all gender non-conforming kids,...
Best said by Dr. Angello herself, "My dream is for all gender non-conforming kids,...
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November 22, 2023 • 4 mins
This brief episode notes what has been discovered while creating this podcast and why a slight shift in talks focusing on sexuality will be underway. When supporting fellow human beings, we must see the whole picture. When faced with challenges, we must be willing to evaluate ourselves and amplify any discrepancies or barriers that may be impeding progress.
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October 18, 2023 • 38 mins
The term "sex toys" seems to hold a negative connotation still. When we think about pleasuring the body or meeting physical and sexual needs, we must "think outside the box" and push our comfort zones. People with disabilities are not exempt from the very exact basic human needs.
Mason Luke joins us to discuss how his two worlds, disability support and pleasure products, collide. More importantly, he guides us in challenging our tab...
Mason Luke joins us to discuss how his two worlds, disability support and pleasure products, collide. More importantly, he guides us in challenging our tab...
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October 3, 2023 • 48 mins
Dementia is a neurological issue any person can be subject to. This includes those we love and support who are neurodiverse. As people are living longer and the prevalence of dementia continues to rise, those of us in the service system need support and information.
In this episode, we talk with you about aspects related to dementia. It covers a wide range, such as changes in personality, progression with limited skills and abil...
In this episode, we talk with you about aspects related to dementia. It covers a wide range, such as changes in personality, progression with limited skills and abil...
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August 30, 2023 • 62 mins
For decades, we have been discussing and using the terms "Positive Approaches" or "Positive Practices," but do we know what they mean and how to employ the strategies when supporting a person? In this episode, we try to take you on a journey through information and stories to help people and organizations gain a better sense of understanding but also to challenge and encourage folks to use the practice with those they support and w...
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August 1, 2023 • 42 mins
In this episode, Sharon and Shawn talk through the critical importance of understanding and merging the use of positive approaches when working with people on sexuality and even trauma. Positive approaches does not mean giving a person whatever they want. It means understanding and supporting people on core clinical issues while recognizing that the relationship between the person and their supporters is the vehicle for change. We ...
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June 30, 2023 • 52 mins
In this episode, we are joined by Bev Frantz. Bev guides us through a discussion about supporting those with non-traditional communication and how we can challenge ourselves and our systems to support better and advocate. This, however, may challenge us and the systems we work in.
Everyone deserves a voice, but finding their voice may look different. Everyone also deserves an opportunity to learn about healthy sexuality, but the ed...
Everyone deserves a voice, but finding their voice may look different. Everyone also deserves an opportunity to learn about healthy sexuality, but the ed...
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June 12, 2023 • 38 mins
In this episode, we delve more into trauma for those with disabilities. We share stories and try to help the listener be more mindful of what to look for and how to respond when separating trauma responses from "behaviors." The most critical piece is supporting a person to move through trauma. We know none of us can forget our past, but we want to be able not to let our history continue to gain so much control in our lives.
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May 29, 2023 • 42 mins
In this episode, we hit our own vulnerability by talking about loneliness. In a world where anyone is prone to this basic human feeling, despite our constant connection to people and the world, understanding how loneliness may impact those with disabilities is even more vital. In turn, we try to talk you through what loneliness may or may not look like and, more importantly, what we can consider doing, or at least try, to combat lo...
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May 19, 2023 • 48 mins
In today's episode, Sharon and Shawn talk with you about neurodiversity, gender identity, and sexual identity. We share what it all means, how you can better support people with disabilities to understand and explore these areas in their own lives, and also what you can do to change how people are understood and fully supported as they walk their journeys in life.
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April 29, 2023 • 47 mins
This episode walks you through basic sex education. We explore recommended education for grades K-12. In supporting those with disabilities, little to no information is often shared, and we must work backward. Regardless of age, we have due diligence to learn and pass on basic sex education so those we love, and support can live happier and more successful lives.
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March 24, 2023 • 40 mins
This podcast episode looks at romantic feelings those with disabilities may express, including feelings toward their paid supporters. We talk in-depth about navigating these feelings and situations and how to respond best if we find ourselves in a similar situation.
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