Better Sex

287: Freedom from Body Shame with Nikita Fernandes

12 May 2025

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman discusses body acceptance, freedom from body shame, and the broader implications on sexual intimac...

286: [Soapbox] Sex is so much more than just a physical release

08 May 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the significance of sex in intimate relationships. Addressing ...

285: Sexual Empowerment with Ann Russo

05 May 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews Ann Russo, an expert on sexual empowerment. They discuss the concept of sex...

284: [Soapbox} Are you entitled to sex

01 May 2025

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In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman addresses the complex question of whether individuals are entitled to sex within their...

283: Peak Pleasure- How to Achieve Flow in the Bedroom with Dr. Emily Jamea

28 Apr 2025

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In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman speaks with couples and sex therapist Dr. Emily Jamea about her new book, 'Anatomy of ...

282: [Soapbox] The plight of the lower desire partner

24 Apr 2025

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In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the challenges faced by the lower desire partner in a rela...

281: Permanent Sexual Side Effects from Commonly Prescribed Medications with Dr. Irwin Goldstein

21 Apr 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host sex therapist, Jessa Zimmerman, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Irwin Goldstein f...

280: [Soapbox] Using the Giver Receiver Exercise for Growth

17 Apr 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses how to use the giver receiver exercise for personal and relational ...

279: Kink, BDSM, and Mental Health with AJ Cheyfitz

14 Apr 2025

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews AJ Cheyfitz about kink and BDSM, discussing misconceptions, mental health, and trauma-r...

278: [Soapbox] Go to the playground

10 Apr 2025

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In this 'soapbox' episode of Better Sex, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the concept of transforming sexual encounters into playful, pressure-...

277: Pole dancing and sexual expression with Elle Hamilton Wohl

07 Apr 2025

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In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, host sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman converses with Elle Hamilton Wohl about the multifaceted benefits of pol...

276: [Soapbox] The most powerful exercise for change

03 Apr 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the importance of experiential practice in improving intim...

275: Potential Negatives from Hormonal Birth Control with Mia Neustein

31 Mar 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman delves deep into the topic of hormonal birth control with nurse practitioner Mia Neust...

274: [Soapbox] 9 skills to master for great sex.mp3

27 Mar 2025

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In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses nine essential competencies for creating and maintaining a great se...

273: People Pleasing Does Not Help Sex with Bea Albina

24 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Better Sex, host sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman talks with Bea Albina about 'emotional outsourcing' - a concept she coined to descri...

272: [Soapbox] Escapting the sexual avoidance cycle

20 Mar 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman delves into the sexual avoidance cycle, a term she coined to describ...

271: Men Hardwired by nature and Evolving by choice with Paul Abramowitz

17 Mar 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman talks with Paul Abramowitz, author of 'Sexed: Hardwired by Nature, Evolving by Choice,...

270: Soapbox: Reactive Desire

13 Mar 2025

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In this solo episode of the Better Sex Podcast, hosted by sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman, the spotlight is on the two distinct types of sexual desire—...

269: Overcoming Anxiety in Sex with Paula Leech

10 Mar 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman is joined by Paula Leech, a therapist and author who returns to discuss her book on ov...

268: Soapbox Episode - Desire discrepancy pitfalls

06 Mar 2025

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Navigating Desire Discrepancy: Common Traps and SolutionsIn this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the univer...

267: Keys to Pleasure with Susan Morgan Taylor

03 Mar 2025

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Join host Jessa Zimmerman on the Better Sex Podcast as she interviews sex therapist Susan Morgan Taylor. They discuss the concept of blocks to pleasur...

266: Soapbox Episode: Desire Discrepancy 101

27 Feb 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the nature of desire discrepancy in intimate relationships...

265: Navigating the Impact of Life Transitions on Libido with EJ and Tarah Kerwin

24 Feb 2025

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264: The HSDD diagnosis pisses me off - soapbox episode

19 Feb 2025

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In this episode of the BetterSex Podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman discusses the concept of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). Je...

263: Menopause Before and After with Susan Goldstein

17 Feb 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews Susan Goldstein, a sexuality educator at the San Diego Sexual Medicine Clin...

262: Normalizing Kink with Emma Xin Velicky

10 Feb 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews Emma Xin Velicky about how to explore fantasies and kink interests within a...

261: Vaginal Gymnastics with Bel Di Lorenzo

04 Feb 2025

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260: Benefits of Reading Erotica with Avalon Lust

27 Jan 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman discusses the impact of written erotica on mental stimulation and sexual desire with h...

259: Somatic Approaches to Anxiety During Sex with Indigo Stray Conger

20 Jan 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews sex therapist Indigo Stray Conger about the impacts of anxiety on sexual ex...

258: Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder with Dr. Irwin Goldstein

13 Jan 2025

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In this episode of Better Sex with host Jessa Zimmerman, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman interviews Dr. Irwin Goldstein to discuss Persistent Genital Ar...

257: Non-monogamy and sex addiction with Ari Lewis

06 Jan 2025

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes Ari Lewis to discuss the often conflated topics of consensual non-monogamy an...

256: Trans Attraction with Dr. Herb Coleman

30 Dec 2024

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255: Psychedelic Sex Therapy with Dr. Steven Radowitz

23 Dec 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman is joined by Dr. Steven Radowitz, a primary care doctor and ketamine clinic practition...

254: Sex After First Baby with Dr. Ashley Staats

16 Dec 2024

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Join host Jessa Zimmerman on the Better Sex podcast as she converses with Dr. Ashley Staats about the challenges of maintaining intimacy after the bir...

253: Sexual Sovereignty and Pleasure with Dr. Saida Desilets

09 Dec 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman speaks with Dr. Saida Désilets about women's sexual pleasure and the idea of sexual sovereignty. ...

252: Sex, shame and addiction with the SAT project team

02 Dec 2024

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In this episode, the host talks with Michael Crocker, Sean Peknic, and Ari Lewis from the Sexuality Attachment and Trauma Project (SAT Project) about ...

251: Better Sex Through Science with Dr. Molly Maloof

25 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, Jessa Zimmerman interviews Dr. Molly Maloof, a physician who explores the significant impact of relationships on health...

250: Fascia for Better Sex with Anna Rahe

18 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman engages in a detailed discussion with Anna Rahe about fascia, a system of connective tissues in th...

249: Healing from Sex-Negative Religion with Beverly Dale

11 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman talks with Reverend Beverly Dale, who discusses her journey in helping people heal from s...

248: Using ART to heal sexual trauma with Brooke Bralove

04 Nov 2024

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247: How Stress Blocks Desire with Danielle Savory

28 Oct 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman engages with mindfulness and pleasure coach Danielle Savory to explore the intertwined...

246: Elevating Sexual Pleasure with Aaron Michael

21 Oct 2024

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In this enlightening episode of Better Sex, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman converses with sex and relationship coach Aaron Michael. The discus...

245: Reverse Your Menopause Symptoms with Dr. Irwin Goldstein

14 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes Dr. Irwin Goldstein (Dr, G(, a pioneer in sexual medicine, to discuss the intricacies of ...

244: The Art of Listening with Christine Miles

07 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes Christine Miles, an expert in the skill of listening, to discuss its significance in inti...

243: Talking to Your Kids About Sex with Melissa Kilbride

30 Sep 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman speaks with Melissa Kilbride about the importance of open and honest conversations wit...

242: Overcoming religious sexual shame with Natasha Helfer

23 Sep 2024

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Addressing Religious Sexual Shame with Jessa Zimmerman and Natasha HelferIn this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman chats with se...

241: Sex and Our Stress Response with Rachel Posner

16 Sep 2024

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Understanding Stress Responses and Mindfulness in Intimate RelationshipsIn this episode of the Better Sex podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmer...

240: Making and Keeping Agreements with Martha Kauppi

09 Sep 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes back guest Martha Kauppi for a vibrant discussion on the art of making and ke...

239: Peyronie's Disease with Dr. Irwin Goldstein

02 Sep 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman discusses Peyronie's disease with Dr. Irwin Goldstein, a pioneer in sexual medicine. T...

238: Spicing up your sex life with Dan Purcell

26 Aug 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, Jessa Zimmerman is joined by Dan Purcell, creator of the app Intimately Us, to discuss how to truly spice u...

237: Understanding your relationship with Alex Iantaffi

19 Aug 2024

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236: The Transformative Handjob with Lee Jagger

12 Aug 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman interviews Lee Jagger, a sex coach specializing in helping women with male partners. Lee ...

235: Porn Literacy with Diane Gleim

05 Aug 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex podcast, host and sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman is joined by expert Diane Gleim to discuss the concept of porn liter...

234: Overcoming Sexual Inhibitions with Martha Tara Lee

29 Jul 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman chats with certified sexuality educator Martha Tara Lee about overcoming sexual inhibitions, parti...

233: Talking to Your Doctor About Sex with Dr. Maureen Ryan

22 Jul 2024

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In this episode of BetterSex, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews nurse practitioner and sexual health expert, Maureen Ryan. Topics include the importance...

232: Repair after Relationship Rupture with Dr. Chelsea Burton

15 Jul 2024

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In this episode of BetterSex, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes therapist and sex expert Chelsea Burton to discuss the concept of relationship ruptures an...

231: Am I normal and other FAQ with Michael Castleman

08 Jul 2024

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Am I Normal? Exploring Common Sexual Concerns with Michael CastlemanIn this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes back Michael Castlema...

230: Sexual Behavior Analysis with Nicholas Maio-Aether

01 Jul 2024

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In this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host Jessa Zimmerman interviews Nicholas Maio-Aether, a pioneer in sexual behavior analysis. They dive into...

229: Overcoming Purity Culture with Esther Hooley

24 Jun 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman talks with Esther Hooley to address the impacts of purity culture on individuals and their sexuali...

228: The Orgasm Gap Revisited with Dr. Laurie Mintz

16 Jun 2024

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In this episode of Better Sex, hosted by sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman, the topic of discussion is the orgasm gap between heterosexual men and women. ...

227: The Cure for ED with Dr. Jeff Nuziard

10 Jun 2024

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Understanding and Treating Erectile Dysfunction with Dr. Jeff NuziardIn this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman welcomes Dr. Jeff Nuziard to ...

226: Healing After Infidelity with Rich Heller

05 Jun 2024

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Healing After Infidelity: Insights and Strategies with Rich HellerIn this episode of the Better Sex Podcast, host sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman welcom...

Ep225: Boozy Bestie Advice for Sex and Relationships – Desiree Simone

19 Apr 2022

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For the final episode of the Better Sex Podcast, blogger Desiree Simone shares her journey on divorce and how it led to her blogging her feelings as s...

224: Pregnancy and Postpartum Challenges for Sex – Paula Leech

11 Apr 2022

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In the quest to know the various kinds of things that get in the way of sexual desire, sex therapist Paula Leech walks us through two situations that ...

223: Premature Ejaculation – Keeley Rankin

04 Apr 2022

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Keeley Rankin joins me in a conversation to talk about solutions for Premature Ejaculation. She talks about the anxiety attached to this problem, vari...

222: Testosterone for Women – Dr. Matt Chalmers

28 Mar 2022

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This episode talks about hormones and how it affects sexual function and overall health of women in particular. Dr. Matt Chalmers explains two primary...

221: Sexual Communication – Dr. Tara

22 Mar 2022

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Do you know the real secret to having an amazing sex life? After years of research and talking to thousands of respondents, Dr. Tara might have unlock...

220: Body Freedom – Elizabeth Dall

15 Mar 2022

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Elizabeth Dall talks about “body freedom,” the antidote to body shame and self-consciousness that many of us, if not all, experience at some point...

219: No, this is not your soul mate – Tracy Crossley

07 Mar 2022

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This is not your soul mate How we were raised as kids, how consistent our parents (or caretakers) were, and how safe and loved we felt when we were y...

218: [Personal Story] A Journey Through Miscarriage – Jessica

01 Mar 2022

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A Journey Through Miscarriage This episode talks about a very sensitive topic – miscarriage. Losing a baby is heartbreaking, no matter when it ha...

217: Overcoming Anger and Resentment – Rich Heller

21 Feb 2022

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“Conflict Coach” Rich Heller enlightens us on resentment, anger, and other negativities that couples can get into that can get in the way of their...

216: Co-Creating a Sex Life Over Time – Chelsea Wakefield

14 Feb 2022

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Co-Creating a Sex Life Over Time What does it really take to make a sex life last? How do archetypes about sex, expectations, and love capacities a...

215: The Wonderful World of Sex Toys – Searah Deysach

08 Feb 2022

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The World of Sex Toys Sex educator, Searah Deysach, takes us to the fun and playful world of sex toys. Founder and owner of Early to Bed, Chicago’...

214: Self-Leadership and Erotic Rope Play – Edward Willey

31 Jan 2022

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Edward Willey talks about his seemingly two separate interests and pursuits – rope play and self-leadership – and his ingenious idea of combining ...

213: Shameless Parenting – Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers

24 Jan 2022

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Many parents find normal sex behavior and development confusing. Parents often wonder if their child’s sexual behavior is normal. Certified sex ther...

212: Performance Anxiety – David Khalili

17 Jan 2022

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Feeling anxious before sex is normal. But how about feeling nervous that you cannot have or enjoy sex for fear that you will be unable to “perform”...

211: Juicing up Your Sex Life – Alicia Davon

10 Jan 2022

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Alicia Davon Juicing Up Your Sex Life A fun topic today. This one’s about juicing up your relationship, enlivening it again. Or if you’re si...

210: Colonization and its Impact on Modern Sexuality – Anne Mauro

03 Jan 2022

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Colonization and Its Impact on Modern Sexuality We tend to think of colonization as something that happened and is over and is done, without realizin...

209: Right Outside Your Comfort Zone – Court Vox

27 Dec 2021

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Court Vox Somatic sex educator and sex coach Court Vox helps his clients to find the ‘sweet spot’ in their sex lives, and life in general. The s...

208: Endometriosis – Dr. Allyson Shrikhande

21 Dec 2021

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Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, a rehabilitation doctor who specializes in pelvic rehabilitation medicine, gives us an in-depth discussion about endometriosis...

207: Hookup Without Heartbreak – Lia Holmgren

13 Dec 2021

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Hookup without Heartbreak Intimacy and relationship coach Lia Holmgren’s new book, Hookup Without Heartbreak, teaches women to let go of negative f...

206: Vaginal Rejuvenation with Dr. Kanwal Bawa

06 Dec 2021

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Dr. Kanwal Bawa talks about sexual health and wellness, particularly vaginal rejuvenation, to improve relationships and the sexual experience. Known a...

205: Sex as a Widow – Krista St-Germain

29 Nov 2021

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Master Certified Life Coach, Krista St-Germain, gives advice on how to deal with grief after losing a life partner. In this episode, we will talk abou...

204: Healing Your Sex Life Through the Unconscious Mind – Dr. Tonia Winchester

23 Nov 2021

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Healing Your Sex Life Through the Unconscious Mind Dr. Tonia Winchester has been a naturopathic doctor for 15 years. This episode will explore brain-...

203: Why Selfish is Good for Sex – Dr. Laura Dabney

15 Nov 2021

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In this episode, Dr Laura Dabney explains the importance of selfishness in a relationship. Despite its negative connotation, being selfish can actuall...

202: Dates & Mates – Damona Hoffman

08 Nov 2021

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In this episode, we take a closer look at the exciting world of dating – from using different dating apps to tackling difficult conversations and na...

201: Barriers to Female Sexual Pleasure – Kristine D’Angelo

01 Nov 2021

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Certified sex coach Kristine D’Angelo talks about pleasure and feeling empowered when it comes to sex, especially for vagina owners. Conversationall...

200: Sex and Veterans – Asya Brodsky

25 Oct 2021

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In this episode, Asya Brodsky gives insight into sexual issues and concerns with veterans. From injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or mil...

199: Cross Dressing – Dr. Carol Clark

18 Oct 2021

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In this fascinating episode, board certified sex therapist and addictions counselor Dr. Carol Clark helps us demystify the concept of cross dressing a...

198 – Racism and Sexual Health – Kristian Holmes

11 Oct 2021

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In this episode we talk to Kristian Holmes, a therapist who is a person of color. We dive deep into racism and emotional and mental health, especially...

197: Guided by Glow – Sayra Player

04 Oct 2021

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Actress Sayra Player takes us into a different level of meditation. We discuss tapping into our imagination to inspire creativity with masturbation an...

196: Bodyfullness – Dr. Rachel Allyn

27 Sep 2021

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In this episode, Dr. Rachel Allyn, a holistic psychologist, and pleasure expert, walks me through the concept of “bodyfullness.” Sharing some pers...

195: ADD and Sex – Lisa Schwartz

20 Sep 2021

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Lisa Schwartz is here with me to talk about the intersection of ADD/ADHD with relationships and sex. We go over how ADD/ADHD can show up in various wa...

194: Navigating Parenting Differences – Rachel Duffy

13 Sep 2021

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Rachel Duffy brings in actionable tips to navigate parenting that not only enriches your relationship with your children, but also unlock some of the ...

193: Pleasure as a Means of Healing Trauma – Kathy Slaughter

07 Sep 2021

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Kathy Slaughter introduces an interesting way of integrating pleasure, in both sexual and everyday activities, as a way to heal from trauma. She talks...

192: Men Raped by Women – Kelvin Pace

30 Aug 2021

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Breaking myths about male victims of sexual assault, Kelvin Pace joins me in talking about changed parameters, frequency, the societal narrative of me...

191: Letting In Vs. Letting Go – Benson Fox

23 Aug 2021

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Trauma: Letting in vs Letting Go Benson Fox; a transformational coach, therapist extern, a psych major, and a current doctoral student of Adelphi uni...

190: Hormones are Your Superpower – Dr. Stephanie Estima

16 Aug 2021

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Dr. Stephanie Estima, author of the book The Betty Body: A Geeky Goddess’ Guide to Intuitive Eating, Balanced Hormones, and Transformative Sex, join...

189: A Sexplanation – Alexander Liu

09 Aug 2021

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Alexander Liu joins me in a conversation about his documentary “A Sexplanation”, which talks about his journey of coming out as gay in high school...

188: When your partner has Alzheimer’s – Wanda Braveman

02 Aug 2021

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Wanda Braveman joins me today to share her personal story through her book, “White Knight: Living with Alzheimer’s Moment by Moment.” The book d...