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Asha Elias

Writer, mother, and reluctant socialite Asha Elias lives with her family in Miami Beach. She graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in print journalism and is the author of the novels Pink Glass Houses and The Namaste Club.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Debunking the 80/20 Rule of Dating Depicted in Adolescence

By Asha EliasApril 8, 2025

We spoke to Dr. Carolina Pataky of the Love Discovery Institute to debunk the dangerous incel myth.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: DM’ing Do’s and Don’ts

By Asha EliasMarch 25, 2025

If you must slide in, here’s how you can keep it respectful.

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First Look: A Tulum-Inspired Yoga Studio is Coming to Little River

By Asha EliasMarch 13, 2025

The 2,500-square-foot space will feature hot yoga, breathwork, and sound healing, among other wellness offerings.

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Can You Really Be Friends With an Ex?

By Asha EliasMarch 11, 2025

We asked Dr. Jess O’Reilly, a sex and relationship expert and host of the Sex With Dr. Jess podcast, for advice.

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The Best Places for Public Sex in Miami

By Asha EliasMarch 7, 2025

These spots might provide a cheap thrill, but please, get off at your own risk.

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How Miami Author Rochelle Weinstein Went From Self-Published to Bestseller

By Asha EliasFebruary 28, 2025

The local eight-time novelist dishes on her unconventional journey to publishing success.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Unpacking the Dreaded “Hope You’re Well” Text from an Ex

By Asha EliasFebruary 25, 2025

Ambiguous and out-of-the-blue messages from exes can leave us hopeful or confused, and can even stunt our healing process.

The Best Sex Shops in South Florida

By Asha EliasFebruary 14, 2025

These shops lend a helping hand (or vibrator).

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Vice City Pillow Talk: How to Make Valentine’s Day Suck Less

By Asha EliasFebruary 11, 2025

We’ve rounded up IRL meetups for singles and tips to take the pressure off for couples.

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Debris Free Oceans Cleanup Doubles as a Mixer for Local Singles

By Asha EliasFebruary 4, 2025

The meetup is open to singles 21 and over, especially “baddies in the streets and neat freaks on the beach.”

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Vice City Pillow Talk: The Psychology of “The Ick”

By Asha EliasJanuary 28, 2025

While it’s a hot topic in pop culture, there’s not much research on the science behind immediate turnoffs.

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We’re Number 1! Miami Leads U.S. in Sales of Monster Dildos

By Asha EliasJanuary 21, 2025

A rep for lifestyle brand Lovehoney says the fantasy-themed toys “can be a little more approachable.”

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Vice City Pillow Talk: The Case for Casual Sex in 2025

By Asha EliasJanuary 14, 2025

Casual hookups don’t get enough credit for the beautiful service they provide our lonely loins.

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New Year’s Dating Resolutions

By Asha EliasDecember 31, 2024

Let’s do better in 2025, Miami.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Pour Some Sugar on Me

By Asha EliasDecember 17, 2024

Unpacking the ancient pastime of trading money for love.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Hedonism and Miami Art Week Go Hand in Hand

By Asha EliasDecember 3, 2024

Every December, the art world comes to Miami for its version of spring break – sex and drugs included.

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All Tied Up: Hajime Kinoko Brings Shibari Performance to Miami Art Week

By Asha EliasDecember 2, 2024

Shibari master Hajime Kinoko will tie up model Marie Sauvage during a performance at the Ground.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Did Your Relationship Survive the Election?

By Asha EliasNovember 19, 2024

Political disagreements can add another level of challenges for some couples.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Where the DILFs At?

By Asha EliasNovember 5, 2024

Making the case for divorced dads as potential partners.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: What’s Up With Our Cheating Hearts?

By Asha EliasOctober 22, 2024

There are many reasons people cheat on their partners, and sometimes it’s not as simple as you think.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Where the Cougars Are

By Asha EliasOctober 8, 2024

Mid- to late-twentysomething guys can be gateway drugs to getting back into dating and relationships.

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Vice City Pillow Talk: Beware of the Guys Who Just Want a Place to Live

By Asha EliasSeptember 17, 2024

Here’s a cautionary tale from a reader about keeping your home sacred from new flings.

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