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What people get wrong about BDSM, kink and power play

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November 14, 2026

Why are some people drawn to dominance and submission? How do consent and boundaries shape these relationships? Love Matters explores kink, BDSM and power play.

Many people associate BDSM with whips, dungeons and pain. But is that what it really looks like?

In this episode of Love Matters, host Leeza Mangaldas sits down with Yuki, a lifestyle dominatrix and writer, to unpack the realities behind BDSM and female domination.

Together they examine why submission appeals to many people, how patriarchy shapes desire, and why consent and communication are central to healthy power exchange.

From misconceptions about dominatrices to conversations about vulnerability, shame and self-discovery, this episode challenges stereotypes and explores what power can look like beyond conventional relationships.

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Love Matters — With Leeza Mangaldas

India’s boldest podcast brings you open and honest conversations about love, sex and relationships.

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