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Was Zombie Strippers Sent To Save Us All?
A review.

By Allison • Apr 23rd, 2008 • Category: Sex and Culture

The Film: Zombie Strippers
Director/Writer: Jay Lee
Starring: Jenna Jameson, Robert Englund
Website: www.sonypictures.com/movies/zombiestrippers
Have you ever been so excited about something you almost didn’t know where to begin?
I guess I have to start by saying that I am something of a Zombie/Campy Horror film fanatic. From obscure independent gore fests to the classic pantheon of terror elites [...]



Bang 4 The Buck with Midori

By Allison • Apr 9th, 2008 • Category: Around Town, Sex and Culture, Special Events

By Allison G.
Midori is a woman of many trades. She is an accomplished author, Japanese Rope Bondage expert, lecturer, humanitarian, sex-positive educator, as well as an artist (and few more other talents, I’m sure). Whether you’ve read her books, taken any of her classes, heard her speak at events or conferences, or participated in any [...]



Queen of Hearts Ball Photo Gallery

By Allison • Feb 27th, 2008 • Category: Around Town, Events, Special Events

If you live around San Francisco, or just happen to read this magazine, I’m sure you heard about Good Vibrations amazing Valentine’s Day Bash, the Queen of Hearts Ball. It was a magical night filled with hot costumes, great live acts, and some really special moments. For those of you who couldn’t make it, here [...]



Boys Can Use Vibrators Too!

By Allison • Feb 26th, 2008 • Category: How-Tos

Vibrators are seen as a “woman only toy” when that couldn’t be farther from the truth! We’ve included a few of our favorite tips to help you discover why vibrators aren’t just for the ladies.



Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas

By Allison • Feb 13th, 2008 • Category: Guides

By Allison G.
Valentine’s day is one of those holidays that usually starts out as a nice idea, but all the pressure of finding the perfect gift can turn this tribute to romance into a full blown stress disaster. If you’re finding yourself in a crunch trying to pick out the right item, here’s a few [...]



Heating It Up: Tips For Getting In the Mood

By Allison • Feb 13th, 2008 • Category: Guides, How-Tos, Sex Ed 101

By Allison G 
Romance is indeed a fickle thing. Between work, school, family obligations, hobbies, and even can’t-miss TV shows, it often gets put on the back burner of a busy week. When you find yourself feeling (or notice your partner feeling) bogged down by the everyday, you can use it as a great opportunity to [...]



Good Vibrations Announces The Queen of Hearts Ball

By Allison • Jan 23rd, 2008 • Category: Around Town, Events, Special Events

By Allison G
Good Vibrations, the world-renowned purveyors of pleasure, are taking over Valentine’s Day with the biggest bash of the year, the Queen of Hearts Ball.
Good Vibrations and the Queen herself, Dr. Carol Queen, will host a night of decadent delights on Thursday, February 14, 2008, beginning at 8 PM at Mighty, 119 Utah Street, [...]



Tristan Taormino Tells All

By Allison • Jan 2nd, 2008 • Category: Articles, Sex and Culture

By Allison G
The GV Weekly recently sat down with acclaimed writer, editor, director, and all-around Sexpert Tristan Taormino to find out what new projects are in the works, her favorite sex toys, and how she’s changing the face of porn.
GV: You recently began a new series, Vivid Ed. Tell us how that came about and [...]



Gifts for Everyone Else

By Allison • Dec 19th, 2007 • Category: Guides

By Allison G
So by now hopefully our gift guides have helped you narrow down what you’re getting for that special someone on your list, but what about everyone else? In addition to our great toy and porn selection, GV offers a lot of really fun items perfect for friends, family, and co-workers. Read below for [...]



Favorite Things Under $50

By Allison • Dec 12th, 2007 • Category: Guides

By Allison G.
Who says Oprah gets to have all the fun? If I had a studio audience, I’d be sending all of you home with these sweets delights sure to brighten any season. Plus, I do enjoy making you these gift guides to help ease the burden of stressful shopping, especially since we have so [...]