Kurt McRobert A YEAR HAS GONE by so fast, and so much has happened, right, Portland? Our mayor quickly disappointed us, Donald Trump is actually a presidential candidate, and my rent went up… a lot. However, Portland remains a trailblazing city of sex enthusiasts. We set records once again for having the fifth highest rate […]
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“Let’s Do It” with Bri Pruett: Clearing up Dick Myths!
Illustration by: Erika Moen A culture of shame around sex creates a whole lot of speculation. You know how these things spread: locker rooms, from older brothers, hacky situation comedies. The way two consenting adults bang should be free of presumptions, and yet we are dragging this dick mythology into every sack we jump into. […]
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The Mercury’s Annual Sex Survey!
Hey dirty bird! Fill out the Mercury’s 2015 Sex Survey!
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Overrated Portland
Save Yourself Time and Trouble
Save yourself the time and trouble—skip these things in Portland.
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Let’s Do It with Bri Pruett: How to Open Strong Online
Illustration by: Erika Moen Anyone can duckface and bathroom selfie their way to a decent Tinder Profile, but not everyone can get their foot in the door after swiping right. Here are some tips on how to open strong online: DON’T SAY “HEY”: Don’t say it. In fact if there’s a way for you to […]
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Let’s Do It with Bri Pruett: How to Write an Online Dating Profile
Illustration: Erika Moen As the first signs of Back-to-School season rears it’s ugly, crayola head, we know in our bones that YES the nine-months of wet/gray/winter-ish is coming. So, have you thought about your cold-weather relationship yet? Dating is fun in the summer when activities and patios are plentiful. Come autumn, you can harvest your […]
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Let’s Do It with Bri Pruett: How to Get Your Dick Sucked!
Illustration: Erika Moen One day I wandered into the illustrious Portland Mercury HQ and met a nice man who introduced himself as the web guru. He shook my hand with wonder in his eyes and told me that one of my articles was one of the top 3 most clicked on Mercury website. I was […]
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Let’s Do it with Bri Pruett: How to Fuck in the Summer
Illustration: Erika Moen Ah sweet summer! A great time to hike, go to the river, and grow your backyard tomatoes and/or legal weed. Summer can also be a marvelous time to date; everyone’s got ants in their pants. Odd’s are, you go to enough BBQs, you are going to meet someone HOT. Here’s how it […]
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Queers in Comedy
While Lesbians Gain Ground, Where Are the Gay Male Comedians?
While lesbians have gained ground in the comedy scene, where are the funny gay men?
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Let’s Do It with Bri Pruett: The Sailors are Here! Where Do I Get Condoms?
Illustration: Erika Moen It’s gonna be a hot, sweaty FLEET WEEKEND! Do you have some plans to get it in? You betta have some contraceptive handy, dear friend. Where should you get your condoms? Big sister Bri is here for you. 1. Planned Parenthood. You should be getting regular STD screenings anyway. Call PP and […]
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“Let’s Do It” with Bri Pruett: A Very Special Memorial Day Message About Faking Orgasm
Illustration: Erika Moen Last summer, I was doing some SERIOUS online dating, but one Sunday night had me twisted. It was a first date, and it was running long. I thought I’d have drinks, laughs, maybe a quick smooch, and be asleep by 10. Instead our long conversations and nervous flirting took forever to percolate. […]
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How to Do Summer Guide: How to Skinny Dip
Illustration: Alison Kerek ALWAYS WANTED to introduce your genitals to direct sunlight? How else will you know if your junk has super powers fueled by Earth’s yellow sun?! Don’t forget your sunscreen, because here’s your summertime guide to skinny-dipping! Breitenbush Hot SpringsA two-hour drive and a pay-in-advance day-use fee ($15-28 sliding scale) gets you into […]