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Elle Stanger

Elle Stanger is a feminist writer, podcast host, mother, non-monogamous ex-wife, and slut, who entertains the masses in Portland, OR. She prefers organic food, dark beer, and self-actualized individuals. Don’t ask her about her tattoos; she’s run out of clever retorts. Find her online at ElleStanger.com.

Latest Posts From Elle

The Definitive Ranking of the Best Mattresses to Have Sex On

Oct 19, 2017

The Definitive Ranking of the Best Mattresses to Have Sex On

Sex is fun, but before you tee off consider the turf.

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Dec 10, 2016

A Stripper's Guide to Body Hair Removal for Men and Women

For many of us, body hair removal is an integral part of our pre-sex preening process.

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Dec 10, 2016

Signs He's Undateable, According to a Stripper Who's Seen It All

As a stripper for the last eight years, I've seen it all.

Oct 27, 2016

Everything You Need to Know About Working as a Stripper

It takes more than pole-dance classes and locker-room selfies to become a stripper.

Oct 19, 2016

7 Variations on the Missionary Position That Are Anything but Boring

It's totally unfair that the missionary position gets such a bad rap.

Sep 12, 2016

Car Sex Is Underrated. Here's How to Pull It Off.

The first car I had sex in was a Ford Thunderbird.

Sep 2, 2016

What Does Transgender Mean? Your Guide to Understanding Trans Terminology.

For this edition of Elle Oh Elle, I’ve enlisted the voice of Monika MHz, a Portland DJ and columnist.

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Aug 29, 2016

It's Time to Put an End to Small Penis Jokes

I get it: small dick jokes are grade-school easy, and the screenshots look super snazzy on your Tumblr feed.

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Aug 18, 2016

I'm a Stripper, but I Just Visited a Sex Club for the First Time

Welcome to Elle Oh Elle, where Portland-based writer and entertainer Elle Stanger takes your sex life from subpar to subversive.

Jul 28, 2016

Your Sex Questions on Double Penetration and More, Answered

Welcome to Elle Oh Elle, where Portland-based writer and adult entertainer Elle Stanger takes your sex life from subpar to subversive.

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Jul 19, 2016

What Happens When Strippers Fall in Love With Clients?

"How did you two meet?" It's a common question, and some couples have more interesting answers than others.

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Jul 14, 2016

Porn-Star Sex Moves That Can Still Work in the Average Bedroom

Great sex doesn't require fancy toys.