Ben
Editorial Director
Ben Woods is a journalist, editor, and media adviser who not only brought SEXTECHGUIDE to life but keeps it running smoothly on a day-to-day basis. Before now, Ben's work reached …
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Team
The editors and analysts behind SEXTECHGUIDE — bylines you can hold to account.
Jamie F
News Editor
Jamie F is a freelance writer, contributing to outlets such as The Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph, CNN and Vice, among others. He is also the creative force behind the Audible…
Almaz O
Reviewer
Almaz O is an award-winning creative copywriter, freelance journalist, and founder of Kayleigh Daniels Dated. She is also the Content Lead at Brand By Me, specializing in anti-rac…
Amy Norton
Reviewer
Amy (she/her) is a writer who has been talking about all things sex, relationships, and pleasure products on her blog, Coffee & Kink, since 2016. She is a sapphic, polyamorous…
Kirsty J
Reviewer
Kirsty J. is a specialist reviewer focused on high-tech sex toys, combining her expertise in tech with a deep understanding of intimacy products. She provides thorough, insightful…
Lea
Reviewer
Lea dives deep into the complexities and nuances of the ever-evolving world of sex and technology. Her expertise spans across various topics, from news and discussions on the late…
Lee Bell
Reviewer
Lee B. is a freelance journalist and copywriter based in London, specializing in B2B and consumer technology, health, and lifestyle. With over a decade of writing experience, Lee …
Lucia L
Reviewer
Lucia L is a visual anthropologist, writer, and sexual poet who explores themes of love, digital intimacy, and sexual identity through her work. She uses platforms like Instagram …
Amber S
Features & Opinions Contributor
Amber S. is a freelance editor, content writer, and senior fitness and news editor for Marathon Handbook. Her work spans health, fitness, wellness, and technology, with contributi…
Ana Valens
Features & Opinions Contributor
Ana Valens is a reporter who specializes in online queer communities, marginalized identities, and adult content creation. She is a former staff writer at the Daily Dot and contin…
Carolyn Stransky Vohr
Features & Opinions Contributor
Journalist covering intimacy and emerging tech. Software engineer by trade.
Chris M
Features & Opinions Contributor
Chris M has worked in technology journalism for over 15 years, and brings his nerdy expertise to looking at what goes on under the hood of sex tech. His articles have graced the p…
Chris S
Features & Opinions Contributor
Chris S is a writer and researcher with a keen interest in technology and its impact on society. With a background in digital media and a focus on innovation, he explores the inte…
D Parihar
Features & Opinions Contributor
D Parihar is a tech enthusiast and expert in software development and AI, with years of experience in the field. He is known for his innovative approach to problem-solving and his…
Dave Aubrey
Features & Opinions Contributor
David Aubrey is the Deputy Editor at GLHF Entertainment AB, where he manages gaming content for outlets like USA Today's ForTheWin and Sports Illustrated. With over a decade of ex…
Girl on The Net
Features & Opinions Contributor
Girl on the Net is a London-based sex blogger and audio porn producer passionate about sharing diverse and ethical sexual narratives. Since 2017, she has been dedicated to creatin…
Hannah S
Features & Opinions Contributor
Hannah is a freelance journalist and editor specializing in health, disability, and sexuality. With a Master’s in Journalism and accredited sex education training, she creates ins…
Ness C
Features & Opinions Contributor
Ness C is a clinical sexologist, psychotherapist, and award-winning writer with over a decade of experience in sex and relationship therapy. She is a certified practitioner with t…
Oli Lipski
Features & Opinions Contributor
Oli is a freelance sex tech researcher based in London. With an MA in Sexual Dissidence, researching sex tech, and a BA in History, researching gender and sexuality, she has a kee…
Oluwaseun F
Features & Opinions Contributor
Oluwaseun is a freelance journalist and creative writer based in Ondo State, Nigeria. She is passionate about storytelling and character development, which are central to her crea…
Pimenta Citrica
Features & Opinions Contributor
Pimenta Cítrica is a pleasure activist, sex educator, and content creator whose work is rooted in advocacy for sexual freedom, digital rights, and accountability in the adult and …
Raphael Tsavkko Garcia
Features & Opinions Contributor
Raphael is a freelance journalist and PhD in Human Rights, specializing in international politics, human rights, migration, and diaspora. Based between Brazil and Spain, Raphael h…
Rob Tylershevsky
Features & Opinions Contributor
Rob T is a freelance journalist based in Sussex, UK, with a strong interest in the intersecting fields of technology, human sexuality, relationships, behaviour and psychology.
Rowynn Dumont
Features & Opinions Contributor
Rowynn Dumont is an artist, writer, and curator exploring the intersections of technology, aesthetics, and subculture. She runs the Art + Tech Salon at Solas Studios in NYC and ha…
Saasha G
Features & Opinions Contributor
Saasha is an accomplished health writer with nearly a decade of specialized experience in the medical field. Passionate about sexual health and technology, she explores the latest…
Sophie Mckay
Features & Opinions Contributor
Sophie M. is a London-based freelance writer, journalist, and playwright. Her work spans editorial content, consumer analysis, and theatrical scripts. She has contributed to Reade…
Stephanie Alys
Features & Opinions Contributor
Stephanie A is the co-founder and Chief Pleasure Officer (CPO) of MysteryVibe, a British brand pioneering the sextech industry. She is an advocate for changing perceptions around …
Stu N
Features & Opinions Contributor
Stu N. is an Anglo-Irish writer and content creator with a career focused on the adult industry, where he serves as a creative director and a sex and relationship expert. He was p…
Tabby K
Features & Opinions Contributor
Tabby Kibugi is a health, culture and social justice writer whose work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Inverse, She Knows, Refinery29, Flo Health, Well + Good, and more. She was …
Tara
Features & Opinions Contributor
Tara Lepore's expertise and writing prowess have been showcased through her contributions to respected publications such as Wired, The Guardian, Vice, and Gizmodo. Her insightful …
Tatyannah King
Features & Opinions Contributor
Tatyannah King is a Philadelphia-based freelance writer who covers sex, dating, and relationships. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, BuzzFeed, VICE, HuffPost, Forbes, and oth…
Tilewa K
Features & Opinions Contributor
Tilewa K. is a Lagos-based writer and publicist whose work spans sex and relationship columns, as well as cultural commentary. He has been published in various outlets, including …
Violet Grey
Features & Opinions Contributor
Violet G runs the blog Becoming Violet Grey, where she shares reviews, personal experiences, and stories exploring sex, relationships, BDSM, and sexual health. Her work often incl…
Alex P
Contributor
Alex P. is a freelance writer with a passion for exploring the intersection of sex and technology. With a background in tech journalism, Alex brings a unique perspective to produc…
Andrii D
Contributor
Andrii D is a tech journalist and podcast producer originally from Ukraine, now based in Amsterdam. With over a decade of experience, Andrii has covered a wide range of technology…
April VLS
Contributor
April runs Viva La Sexy with her partner, Liam. The blog, which started in November 2013, focuses on sex toy reviews from a sex-positive, feminist perspective. April is passionate…
Bill M
Contributor
Known for his ability to distil complex concepts into accessible and engaging content, Bill M's writing strikes the perfect balance between expert analysis and approachability. Th…
Butros K
Contributor
Butros, a technology enthusiast based in London, is deeply intrigued by the ways in which technology is reshaping society and human interactions. With a keen interest in the inter…
Casey M
Contributor
Casey M. is a certified sex educator, writer, and publicist with over two decades of experience in marketing, sales, and business development in the pleasure products industry. Sh…
Charlotte Forrest
Contributor
Charlotte Forrest is an author who writes on topics with a focus on BDSM and erotic fiction. Her work includes titles such as Tie Me Away From It All and Shibarishi. In addition t…
Emilie L
Contributor
Emilie L is a writer, journalist, and cultural commentator. She covers topics ranging from identity and relationships to lifestyle and social issues. Emilie is also a speaker and …
Emmeline Peaches
Contributor
Emmeline Peaches is an advocate for sexual health and empowerment, focusing on fostering discussions around body positivity, sexual wellness, and breaking down societal stigmas su…
Evan S
Contributor
Evan S. is a genderqueer, disabled sex educator and freelance writer. With over 15 years of experience, they run Cripping Up Sex with Eva, a platform focused on providing sex educ…
Katrina F
Contributor
Katrina F is a freelance writer and social media manager who runs Satisfied Kat, focusing on sexual wellness and pleasure. Her work spans a variety of topics, including sex toy re…
Neelam
Contributor
Neelam is a journalist, video producer, and feature writer based in London, with a focus on topics like race, social policy, youth culture, and gender. She has contributed to majo…
Nichi H
Contributor
Nichi H is a UK-based journalist, broadcaster, and author known for her work on sexual politics, technology, and dating. She is the author of The Curious History of Dating, which …