I am fascinated by men’s sex toys. Perhaps this fascination stems from realizing there is a world of toys that I can never fully experience, or perhaps I am just excited that an industry thought to be mostly for women is so creatively opening up a whole new world of pleasure for men. Either way, any time I’m given the opportunity to experiment with sex toys for men I jump at the chance, which is exactly what I did when a representative of TheirToys.com contacted me and offered to let me test the Screaming O Vibrating Cock Ring.

Although I was excited at the opportunity to test the Screaming O, I have to admit that I was somewhat skeptical that it would provide any added stimulation for my male partner (Vincent, in this case). I have often suspected that cock rings with vibrators attached – especially the cheaper disposable ones like the Screaming O – are designed more with the woman’s pleasure in mind than the man’s. They simply become a device to hold a vibrator in place. But what I often forget is that the vibrating sensation can be pleasurable for a man as well as a woman.

The Screaming O Condom Ring is meant to be worn over a condom but, because Vincent is very particular about the condoms he uses, we didn’t use the one provided in the package (the packaging also states that the device can be used with or without a condom). The flexible band has little knobs that are supposed to provide stimulation for the cock, and a sleeve at the top holds a tiny vibrator and has numbs intended to tickle a clit in just the right way. It was stretchy enough to easily fit around Vincent’s penis and testicles while being tight enough to hold the vibrator in place once we got started. The switch to turn on the vibrator was a little difficult for me to find, although Vincent found it with ease.

At first I thought the vibrations of the tiny vibrator weren’t going to be strong enough to provide more than the tiniest boost of stimulation, but combined with the nubs on the sleeve and Vincent’s cock going in and out of me, the Screaming O was a – pardon the pun – screaming success. And, much to my delight, Vincent also enjoyed the vibrations. He did say, however, that the vibration – while pleasurable – was a little distracting.

When we finished and removed the ring we realized that it had been on backwards and that the nubs on the vibrator sleeve had been facing Vincent’s pelvis the entire time. We couldn’t help but wonder if it would have been even better for me if the nubs had been facing out and properly tickling my clit. Alas, the packaging clearly states (in CAPITOL LETTERS) that the ring should not be reused. And we wouldn’t go against the manufacturer’s warning, would we?

Yeah, we did. What can I say? I’m a hippie, so I’m not a fan of disposing of things after only one use. I’m also a cheapskate, so buying another one – even at the low, low price – didn’t appeal to me.

I can’t, in good conscience, recommend this, but the second time around was also very good. This time we made sure the nubs were pointing out, and I found that they were a little irritating. Maybe having them facing away from my clit was the better choice. But I do have a very sensitive clit, so it’s possible that on some women the nubs would be perfect. Vincent, however, found that the vibrations were more pleasurable than distracting the second time around. He suspected that the battery may have been running low and the weaker vibrations provided the perfect amount of stimulation without distracting from the pleasurable sensations of my pussy.

All in all, I’d give the Screaming O Vibrating Condom Ring a 3 out of 5. Maybe as much as a 3.5. It exceeded my expectations, especially for the price. But I know that if I spent a little more I’d get a product that was slightly better and reusable. Still, I wouldn’t kick it out of bed.

Have you used the Screaming O or a similar product? I’d love to hear your opinions in the comments.

Check out more Penis Rings at TheirToys.com.

You know what they say: So many toys, so little time.

My toybox is overflowing with products I haven’t yet tested for you guys, and it’s time I got busy. But where do I start? That’s where you come in! I’ve narrowed it down to three very different toys, and I want your vote. Take a look at the descriptions of the following three toys, and then tell me in the comments which one you’d like to hear me test first. One lucky commenter will be given the opportunity to be on the phone with me while I do it! Without further ado, here are your three choices:

Candy Color Glass Dildo
Hand-blown glass dildos in carnival colors captivate like a grown-up carousel ride. Mount the candy-colored toy, hang on and slide up and down the seamless glass shaft as the swelling beads aim right for your G-spot or prostate. If you just want to lay back, munch cotton candy, and dream of tattooed ladies, the extra-long handle makes it easy for your partner to please you, too. Since they’re hand-blown, each dildo is unique.

Fukuoku 9000
It’s the finger vibrator everyone’s been talking about, the Fukuoku 9000. The Fukuoku slides comfortably over your finger and has three different silicone sleeve attachments for slight sensation variation. Great for partner sex or travel (it comes with its own handy carrying case).

Hitachi Magic Wand
Known as “the Cadillac of Vibrators” and perhaps the world’s most popular vibrating sex toy, the Hitachi Magic Wand is built to please. Hitachi’s strong vibration (which can be adjusted incrementally with the addition of the Wand Controller) makes it an unfailing friend in masturbation, and its symmetrical shape makes it a natural for partnered, face-to-face fun.

In Bed With Misty Kaye #3

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Running Time: 68 minutes

Show Notes

• In the first half of this episode I catch you up on my tumultuous past 6 months, including my relationship with Vincent, my breakup with Mac, dealing with having a partner with Herpes, and Vincent’s cancer.
• November is my Month of Yes! Expect some great stories posted soon.
• Going to Burning Man with Vincent.
• A recap of some of the advice I’ve posted on the web site recently
• Leave your comments, questions, and dirty talk on my voicemail line so I can play it on the next podcast. Toll free: 206-350-6955
• Beer flavored lube?
• A product review! Listen as I test out the Sexy Bunny from Babeland.
• I’m looking for cohosts for upcoming shows. Would you like to hang out on the phone with me while I record a podcast? Leave a message on my voicemail line or email me to let me know.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955. And be sure to follow me on Twitter to find out when our next LIVE broadcast is so you can join me in the chat room or call in and be a part of the fun!

In Bed With Misty Kaye #2

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Running Time: 45 minutes

Show Notes

• It’s the 4th anniversary of my podcast! Can you believe I’ve been doing this show (off and on) for four years? I’m celebrating with a contest, and entering is easy. Simply leave me a voicemail at 206-350-6955 or record your own message and email it to TheGirl@herknees.com. I’ll play all of your messages on my next podcast and announce the winner. Additional entries can be made by posting a link to my new dating research group on your web site and leaving a comment here to let me know. The dating research group link is http://groups.google.com/group/datingresearch. One lucky winner will get a beautiful and oh, so sexy Glass Dildo from Babeland. A prize worth $80!
• This special anniversary podcast wouldn’t be complete without a product review. Listen to my review of the Crybaby (pictured above).

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955. And be sure to follow me on Twitter to find out when our next LIVE broadcast is so you can join me in the chat room or call in and be a part of the fun!

There was a time when the public believed that women entered the world of adult films as a result of abuse, coersion, and addiction. But over the past two decades women like Jenna Jameson have taken the image of the poor, pathetic porn star and squashed it with their 8-inch platform heels. A new generation of powerful women have taken the reigns of their sexuality and their careers. As one of the most successful adult film actresses to date and frontwoman of her own production company, Teravision, Tera Patrick has certainly embraced the image of the empowered porn mistress. But a peek between the covers of her new book, Sinner Takes All: A Memoir of Love and Porn, shows a more vulnerable girl beneath the surface that falls somewhere between the meager women of yesteryear and the Girl Power proponents of today.

Amidst the pages of black and white and full color photographs of the beautiful star, the reader learns about Tera’s early estrangement from her mother, the disappointing and disturbing loss of her virginity, and her spiral into pot and valium addiction as she attempted to make it as a model overseas. But her entry into the world of adult modeling and films marks the beginning of her road to empowerment and, eventually, to love. In fact, the entire second half of the book reads more as a love story than a porn memoir. While there are titillating descriptions of weekend-long rough sex marathons with husband Evan Seinfeld that prompt worried neighbors to call the police, the sex in this book isn’t as graphic as Tera’s fans may expect (or hope for). What they get instead is a touching tale of how love pulled her through some difficult times and helped her become the strong woman we know and lust today.

If you’re looking for an erotic read, you won’t find it here. The sex in this book is downplayed by the love, heartbreak, and true human element. However, if you’re a fan of Tera Patrick or the porn industry in general, I think you’ll really enjoy getting under the surface through this page-turning account of the star’s life and career.

I know that you enjoy my sex toy reviews, but there are so many wonderful toys out there that I can’t possibly try them all myself. That’s why I encourage my readers to share their experiences with sex toys by calling in to my podcast, recording audio of their review, or simply sending an email with their thoughts. Reader Saithix was generous enough to send in his review of the famed Fleshlight. Enjoy!

Feel and Texture

Well, what can i say about the Fleshlight other than it looks like a big flashlight. The toy offers an intense and realistic feel, similar to a blowjob and vagina. The butt orifice, however, feels nothing like anal sex because a real anus pushes down on your penis and provides the intensity of a tight squeeze. The vagina orifice does come close to the real vagina, but in order to get a truly real feel you should warm it for about 10 minutes. So if you’re hot and horny and not patient you may have a problem.

After a few uses of this product it does become sticky. The manufacturer tells you to put corn starch on it, but I honestly don’t think you need it because once it is wet you won’t even notice the stickiness. The smell of the product isn’t that potent at first but once it is used a few times it begins to become noticeable. It’s not that bad, though. All i can say is that it’s not a toxic smell like some other toy products have.

Pros

1) Some of the orifices on this product are intense. Certain ones, like the stamina training unit and the forbidden (Fleshlight Girls), are incredible. In fact, they are so good they might make your wife or girlfriend jealous.

2) The Case. It’s always good to hide things from the ones you love such as your wife, kids, or parents. Of course, they just might think you have one big-ass flashlight as long as they don’t look at it for too long.
[Misty disagrees that it's good to hide things from your wife, while begrudgingly acknowledging that not all partners are open to the use of sex toys.]

3) Selection in color, cases, and orifices. We men get bored after a while using the same thing over and over again, and that’s whats good about the Fleshlight. They have many different styles of orifices with different feels. Now that’s something to bargain for! I just wish they would come out with new orifices at least every 6 months to a year.

Cons

1) Takes too long to prepare. I mean who wants to wait 10 minutes for the product to warm up? That’s like getting a cock tease at a strip club and not being able to do anything until you get home.

2) Cleaning up. Cleaning this product is one thing, but not being able to get it dry in the middle inside is a problem. Make sure you have a fan because its gonna be sitting on your bed for a while to dry up.

3) The suction is very weak. I had this thing fully sealed and felt very little suction. This is something they should try to improve on future versions.

Overall Rating: 7 out of 10

If you have a toy you’d like to review let me know by emailing TheGirl@herknees.com.

In Bed With Misty Kaye #1

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Running Time: 1 hour, 1 minute

Show Notes

• The show has a new name and a new intro to go with it. Welcome to In Bed With Misty Kaye!
• Racer X joins me on the phone to review the Crystal Wand Honeydipper Deluxe. We also talk a little bit about men’s sex toys in general. Oh, and for those of you that were wondering about the material of this product I got word from Racer X that it’s plastic.
• During our call, Racer X and I declare March the Month of Ass! And who better to focus on during the Month of Ass than Tristan Taormino? Be sure to check out her upcoming workshop in Toronto, Ontario. And if you’re not lucky enough to be in Toronto this week you can always check our her book and videos.
• In honor of the Month of Ass, be sure to revisit a View From My Knees classic – my fantasy about getting a new butt plug: Butt Slut Fantasy
• Tristan’s not the only one holding anal play workshops. Those of you in New York and Seattle can attend Babeland’s Bend Over Buddy and Everything Butt(sex) workshops. For more info, check out Babeland’s web site.
• To celebrate the Month of Ass I’m giving away free Anal Sex buttons to everyone who leaves a comment in this post before March 15th. (sorry, only available to residents of U.S. and Canada)
• And finally, be sure to listen all the way through the end of the show to my new intro/outro (complete with moaning from a real sexual encounter) and let me know what you think. Don’t worry, if you say you don’t like it I’ll still send your Anal sex button.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955.

The Sound From My Knees #41

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Running Time: 59 minutes

Show Notes

• I’m starting a new trend of podcasting naked from my bed, and I’ll be encouraging my guests to crawl into bed with me on future podcasts. Perhaps this will spark a new name for the show? In Bed with Misty Kaye? Leave your ideas in the comments.
• I discuss my recent poll Have you joined the mile high club and I tell you about having sex on trains.
• I delve into the G-Spot controversy, which has been reignited by a recent study and then I play you a clip from a recent episode of Skeptics Guide To The Universe in which they also discuss the study. I then tell you the results of my poll where I ask you to weigh in on the subject.
• And finally, I play you a review of the Ellove vibrator by Fun Factory.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955. And join us in the chat room every Sunday afternoon at 3pm Seattle/Pacifictime so you can call in and be a part of the fun!

The Sound From My Knees #40

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Running Time: 1 hour 1 minute

Show Notes

I won Babeland’s All I Want holiday contest! Check out their announcement here. Then listen as I open each beautifully wrapped gift and marvel at its smooth lines or fancy buttons. Follow along with the links below to get a good look at all of my new toys.

• Ellove vibrator
• Bo Cock ring
• Babeland Beginner’s Strap On Kit
• Entice lubricant
• Form 6 vibrator
• Cry Baby remote vibrator
• Mystic Wand vibrator
• Babelube
• Glass Dildo
• Better Than Chocolate vibrator
• Sexy Bunny Dual action vibrator
• Freestyle music-responsive wireless vibrator

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955. And join us in the chat room every Sunday night at 8pm Seattle/Pacifictime so you can call in and be a part of the fun!

The Sound From My Knees #39

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Running Time: 61 minutes

Show Notes

It’s Global Orgasm for Peace Day! This is the day when people across the globe dedicate their orgasms to world peace. And I’ve decided to help the cause by giving you my own ode to orgasms. In this “best of” edition of The Sound From My Knees, you get to hear a compilation of all of my best orgasms from previous shows. Enjoy! The toys included on this podcast are:

• The Waterproof Power G
• The Ideal Vibrator
• The Layaspot Vibrator by Fun Factory
• The Climax Maximizer
• The Wahl 7 in 1 Massager
• The Bnaughty Vibrator by Bswish
• Sonic Cock Ring
• Deluxe G Spotter
• Hello Kitty Vibrator
• Babeland Odyssey Tickler
• Flower Balm

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or reviews while we’re not on the air you can call the voicemail line at 206-350-6955. And join us in the chat room every Sunday night at 8pm Seattle/Pacifictime so you can call in and be a part of the fun!