Bonk: the Curious Coupling of Science and Sex with Mary Roach in conversation with Beth Lapides.
Few things are as fundamental to human happiness as satisfying sex. America's funniest science writer (Stiff) offers an ode to a fascinating and vital pursuit and a reminder that there is still much to learn- ALOUD LA
This program is part of the Los Angeles Public Library's ALOUD speakers and authors program.
Bio
Beth Lapides
Beth Lapides is an author, comedian, teacher, activist, radio and TV personality, and former First Lady candidate.
She has appeared on CNN, Politically Incorrect, and HBO's Sex and the City. She's a commentator for NPR's All Things Considered, was Self Help Consultant on ABC Radio's Satellite Sisters, and hosted her own live daily talk show on Comedy World. She's been featured on many TV and radio shows including The Today Show, Politically Incorrect, Dateline, E! True Hollywood Story, and Morning Edition.
Mary Roach
Mary Roach is the author of the national bestsellers Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers, Spook: Science Tackles the Afterlife, Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex, and Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void.
Her writing has appeared in such publications as Salon, GQ, Vogue, and the New York Times magazine.