Rolling Stone

‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Leaders Convicted of Forced Labor Charges

Two leaders of a women’s wellness start-up that promoted sexual empowerment through “orgasmic meditation” were convicted Monday of using psychological abuse, surveillance, indoctrination, and ...
The New York Times

Leaders of ‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Group Are Convicted of Coercion Charges

Nicole Daedone and Rachel Cherwitz were charged with engaging in a forced labor conspiracy related to the sexual wellness company OneTaste. By Santul Nerkar Two women whose company promoted “orgasmic ...
Los Angeles Times

A California sex ‘cult’ became a Netflix hit. This new book unpacks even darker secrets

Even at its most promising, well-publicized peak, the San Francisco-based company OneTaste wasn’t exactly a G-rated enterprise. Its principal activity involved the clitoral stroking of partially nude ...
The New York Times

‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Case Raises Question of What Constitutes Coercion

Prosecutors say OneTaste extracted labor from its members. Former employees testified that they worked for the company because they feared spiritual harm. By Santul Nerkar The women arrived with ...