Sexology

Welcome to Episode 422 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to welcome back my good friend Veronica Cisneros, who joins me to speak to about how evolving gender roles are influencing relationships and intimacy, particularly in cases where women take on the role of primary breadwinners.Veronica sheds light on the ripple effects these changes can have - how they may foster feelings of resentment, diminish intimacy, and lead to relational obstacles like stonewalling. This discussion highlights the value of self-awareness, honest dialogue, and healing from past emotional wounds to nurture a deeper, more fulfilling connection with partners.Listeners also learn about EmpowerX, Veronica’s program designed to help women strike a harmonious balance between career success and personal happiness. Sexology Podcast listeners can use code: THANKYOU100 and save $100In this episode, you will hear:·      The Impact Of Shifting Gender Roles On Relationships·      Navigating Masculine Energy And Intimacy Challenges·      

Welcome to Episode 421 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to welcome Bel Di Lorenzo, who speaks to me about the practice of pompoir, also known as vaginal gymnastics. Bel shares her journey into discovering and mastering this ancient technique, which involves gaining control over the vaginal muscles to enhance sexual pleasure and health.Bel Di Lorenzo is a women’s sexual health advocate, and the author of the bestselling book, The Gohddess Method. Her science-based approach is designed to help women master “vaginal gymnastics”: pelvic floor muscle exercises that enhance female pleasure and amplify orgasms. Their mission is to help women all over the world understand and master their bodies to enhance their well-being, pleasure, and overall lives. They are obsessed with self actualization, and want to push research to better investigates how the female anatomy can thrive. As sex nerds they have been teaching hundreds of thousands of women the art of Vaginal Gymnastics through a practical, science-backe

Welcome to Episode 420 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to welcome a returning guest, Dr. Alison Ash who speaks to me about the fascinating realm of sexual fantasies, preferences, and the art of open communication with partners. Dr. Aly offers practical tools and exercises to help you uncover your deepest desires and navigate the delicate process of sharing these fantasies. Dr. Alison Ash, aka Dr. Aly, is a trauma-informed intimacy coach and educator, Stanford University Lecturer, author, and founder of TurnON.love. As a sociologist with a PhD from Stanford, she understands the complex societal challenges that lead to unsatisfying and disempowering intimate experiences. She has pioneered research on the orgasm gap, heterosexual dynamics, and queer and trans experiences. She has extensive training in Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy, Innate Somatic Intelligence Trauma Therapy Approach, and Somatica Method. Dr. Aly designs workshops, courses, and retreats and offers coaching to support her clients

Welcome to Episode 419 of the Sexology Podcast! Today is a special New Year's Episode, where I’m excited to be joined by six experts to uncover the most common mistake people make in their sex lives. We’ll explore strategies for achieving a more exciting and passionate sex life, as well as sharing personal advice, emphasizing the importance of seeking help early for sexual concerns and the availability of various resources to improve sexual health.The episode will feature insights from Dr. Stephanie Buehler, a psychologist and sex therapist whose current focus is on helping therapists and healthcare providers get the education and training they need to help clients with sexual concerns. Raven O'Rourke, LCSW, MPH, a certified sex therapist working with high-achieving professionals in Tennessee. Lorean "L" Cassidy, a recent graduated with a Master's degree in Sexology and has been working as a sexual health educator in New York City for three years.Mallory Hanfling, LCSW, a sex therapist in

Welcome to Episode 418 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be joined by Keeley Rankin, a returning guest, to talk about sexual positions and how exploring them can enhance intimacy and pleasure. Keeley shares practical insights from her new course, “Sex Class,” designed to help people connect more deeply with themselves and their partners.Keely Rankin, a leading sex and relationship coach based in San Francisco, has been helping men, women, and couples overcome intimacy challenges and achieve fulfilling sexual experiences since 2010. She holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a focus on marriage and family therapy from John F. Kennedy University. Keely is the co-founder of BetterSexEd.org and the co-creator of Sex as Meditation, an innovative workshop series that integrates mindfulness with sexuality.Her credentials include being a Certified Somatica Method Practitioner (a relational and experiential body-based therapy), Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Certified Queer Conscious Educ

Welcome to Episode 417 of the Sexology Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Debby Herbenick, who speaks to me about sexting, its role in sexual development, and how we can navigate this topic with care and understanding.Dr. Debby Herbenick is an internationally recognized sexual and reproductive health professor, researcher, and educator.She is a Provost Professor at the Indiana University School of Public Health and director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion.For more than 20 years, she has dedicated her efforts to understanding how people experience their bodies and sexual lives.Among her 200+ peer-reviewed scientific publications, she has published on population-level sexual health issues (including Zika knowledge and adolescent/young adult sexuality education), college sexual health, and changing sexual behavior trends. Dr. Herbenick has also developed and validated measurement scales to assess genital self-image (which can be thought of as how people feel about their genit

Welcome to Episode 416 of the Sexology Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking to Dr. Marina Gerner to discuss her fascinating book on femtech - short for female technology. Together, we explored some groundbreaking innovations in women's health tech, such as smart bras designed for heart monitoring and devices aimed at preventing birth injuries.Dr. Gerner shared the challenges that femtech continues to face, including biases in funding and the persistent societal taboos surrounding women's health. Our conversation highlighted just how critical this technology is for advancing women’s health, while also emphasizing the need for increased visibility and investment in this space.Marina Gerner is an award-winning journalist who has written about finance, tech and culture for publications including The Economist, Financial Times, Wired, The Times, Wall Street Journal, and more. Hailed as "a Renaissance woman of the modern age," she brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective. Ma

Welcome to Episode 415 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to be joined by Alyssa Brayboy, an incredibly talented independent filmmaker and sex worker. In this episode, she talks about her beginnings in Virginia to her life in Los Angeles, sharing her unique journey of navigating the entertainment world while embracing sex work as a way to support her artistic passions.Our conversation looks into the misconceptions surrounding sex work, the complexities of juggling multiple roles, and how sex work has profoundly shaped Alyssa's perspective. Alyssa also opens up about her documentary, A Sex Worker's Guide to Parenting, which shines a light on the specific struggles sex-working parents face, including navigating co-parenting, legal hurdles, and finding community support. Alyssa Brayboy is an independent filmmaker and the Co-Founder and President of Buttons, a Black and Latina female-owned production company that focuses on amplifying underrepresented and diverse voices in front of, and behind the came

Welcome to Episode 414 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to be joined by Amy Taylor, who speaks about her fascinating and multifaceted career, including her experiences in sex work.In this conversation we touched on her decision to enter the industry, the autonomy and financial independence it brought her, and the profound challenges she faced—such as the trauma of being outed by a pimp. Together, we explored the pervasive stigma surrounding sex work and the misconceptions that often obscure the humanity and depth of individuals in the industry. Amy’s story is one of resilience, personal growth, and a commitment to advocacy, which made this dialogue incredibly meaningful.Amy Taylor is an MBA, MENSA member, commercially licensed pilot who’s flown cargo, charter and been a flight instructor.  She’s been featured on and inside Elle, L’Officiel, Sports Illustrated, GQ, FHM, Maxim, Muscle & Fitness, Men’s Health, Women’s Fitness, and Playboy.  Now in her 40s, she’s just getting started!  When she’s not in

Welcome to Episode 413 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to be joined by Soleil Merroir a certified sex therapist, supervisor, and sex worker, who brings a rare perspective on the intersection of therapy and sex work. Soleil opens up about her journey from a strict upbringing in a fundamentalist Christian cult to becoming a clinical social worker who integrates her professional identities as both a therapist and sex worker. This unique blend of experiences informs her work and advocacy for sex worker rights and mental health care improvements.Angie/ Soleil (she/ they) is a licensed clinical social worker, AASECT certified sex therapist and supervisor, group facilitator, and sex worker. While their sex therapy and sex work clientele never overlap, a similar wealth of psychological, emotional and erotic knowledge integrates into every aspect of their work. Soleil strives to combine technology and sexuality efficiently and creatively, including sex tech and VR/ XR intersections, as well as digital teaching,

Welcome to Episode 412 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to have Suzannah Weiss with us today as we delve into her powerful new book, Subjectified. In this episode, we explore the book’s central themes, focusing on empowering women to reclaim their sexuality and self-determination. Suzannah also shares her personal journey of healing from an eating disorder, a struggle intricately linked to societal pressures around sexualization.Suzannah Weiss is a writer and sexologist based in Los Angeles. She is the author of Subjectified: Becoming a Sexual Subject, which describes her search for sexual empowerment and her vision for a world where women are subjects, not just objects, of desire. She has written over 8800 articles, which have appeared in publications such as The New York Times and The Washington Post. As a sex educator certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists, Suzannah has taught courses and given talks on topics including consent, orgasms, childbirth, no

Welcome to Episode 411 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m excited to have Dr. Avrum Weiss joining us today. Dr. Weiss is a psychologist, author, and speaker, known for his work on men's emotional experiences and fears in relationships, and his latest book, Hidden In Plain Sight: How Men’s Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships. In this episode, we explore the complex and often misunderstood fears that heterosexual men experience in relationships, especially when it comes to showing vulnerability. Drawing from his background as a psychotherapist, Dr. Weiss shares how deeply these fears are rooted in early life and shaped by societal messages about masculinity. We discuss everything from evolutionary influences and the role of early maternal attachment to the cultural pressures men face. Dr. Weiss offers practical strategies, including the value of men’s groups, to help foster emotional openness. We also look at how understanding these fears can create more empathy between partners and lead to stronger

Welcome to Episode 410 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to be joined today by Dr. Elliot Justin, Founder and CEO of FirmTech. In this conversation, we explore Dr. Justin’s inspiring journey - from launching FirmTech to developing innovative, sophisticated solutions for men’s sexual health. We’ll also explore the creation of his breakthrough product, a cutting-edge and remarkably comfortable cock ring designed to support both function and comfort.Dr. Justin is an Emergency Medicine (EM) specialist and healthcare technology consultant in erectile neuromodulation, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. He spent 25 years practicing EM and directing ERs. In 2004, he started the second oldest telemedicine company, SwiftMD. In 2008, he established Pegasus Emergency Group, an EM company that staffed more than 30 ERs nationwide and won awards for its customer service. Dr. Justin has founded six healthcare companies and exited four of them, as well advising as several service, telemedicine, and tech startups. In th

Welcome to episode 409 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Gabriela Rosa. In this conversation, we discuss the often-overlooked issue of male fertility, highlighting the need for comprehensive diagnostic approaches and lifestyle changes.Gabriela Rosa is a fertility specialist, reproductive health educator, and Harvard University-awarded scholar and an accomplished and experienced business leader and entrepreneur. Gabriela created the world’s first entirely virtual and holistic fertility clinic. As the founder and CEO of The Rosa Institute, which currently serves patients in every continent (other than Antarctica), Gabriela leads a team of holistic specialists.Her treatment methodology has become an authority in its industry for identifying and addressing biochemical obstacles that guide couples in overcoming infertility and recurrent miscarriage, despite previous reproductive difficulties and failed treatments. Through various programs, Gabriela and her team have educated over 14

Welcome to episode 408 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Justin Birckbichler. In this conversation, we discuss his personal journey with testicular cancer. Justin shares the importance of self-examination, recounts his diagnosis at 25, and the subsequent emotional and physical challenges.Justin Birckbichler is the Director of Project Management at Savvy Cooperative, an innovative healthcare platform that connects patients with healthcare companies to provide valuable insights and feedback. In this role, Justin oversees the planning, implementation, and tracking of multiple projects that aim to empower patients to share their experiences and knowledge with the healthcare industry. As a survivor of testicular cancer, he started the blog "A Ballsy Sense of Tumor" to share his story and raise awareness about men’s health issues. He has further spread his message by performing a TEDx talk on the importance of early detection of testicular cancer. Outside of the health field,

Welcome to episode 407 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Dr. Justin Houman. In this conversation, we discuss the often overlooked issue of delayed orgasm in men. Dr. Houman explains the primary causes, including aging, erectile dysfunction, and mental factors, and provides insights into the differentiation between physiological and psychological issues.Dr. Justin Houman is a urologist and fellowship-trained Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery specialist, whose practice is focused on men’s health, include male hormone management, sexual and ejaculatory dysfunction, male fertility, male incontinence, and Peyronie’s disease. As a minimally-invasive microscopic surgeon, he specializes in microsurgical varicocelectomies, vasectomy reversals, sperm retrievals, penile implants, Peyronie’s disease, and male incontinence.  Dr. Houman’s practice is centered on enhancing men’s quality of life through hormone management, improving sexual function, and achieving reproductive goals.In his

Welcome to episode 406 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Justin Dubin, MD. In this conversation, we discuss the prevalence of erectile dysfunction among both the general male population and male porn stars, findings from Dr. Dubin's research studies, and the unrealistic expectations set by the porn industry.Dr. Justin Dubin is a Urologist who specializes in Men's Health at Memorial Healthcare System in South Florida. Justin grew up in Wayne, NJ and graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2010 with a BA in Biology and Minor in Entrepreneurship and Management. He then attended Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School which he graduated from in 2016. Dr. Dubin completed his training in Urology at the University of Miami in 2021 and his Andrology fellowship at Northwestern University in 2022.  Dr. Dubin is passionate about men’s health and education with the goal of improving both the lives of men and their partners. He has published multiple papers on both male infert

Welcome to episode 405 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a board-certified urologist and founder of the Gapin Institute. In this discussion, we’re exploring the core habits men can build to support their sexual health, while also recognizing how closely it's linked to overall well-being. We’re focusing on key elements like gut health, regulating blood sugar, balancing hormones, and managing stress—all of which are essential for maintaining sexual vitality.Tracy Gapin, MD is the founder and CEO of the Gapin Institute, the Leader in Precision Medicine. He’s a board-certified urologist and world renowned men’s health & performance expert with over 25 years of experience focused on men’s health optimization, performance and longevity.  Recognizing our traditional healthcare system is broken, he created the proprietary Gapin Precision Method and G1 Program for High Performance Health, designed to help entrepreneurs optimize their mind and body so they can be

Welcome to episode 404 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Dr. Daniel Watter. In this conversation, we discuss his insightful book: “The Existential Importance of the Penis: A Guide to Understanding Male Sexuality”. Dr. Watter explains how childhood trauma can influence sexual dysfunction, why men might experience erectile unpredictability in deepening relationships, and how existential crises can lead men to seek a functioning penis at great lengths.Dr. Watter is an AASECT-certified sex therapy supervisor and has been elected to Fellowship Status in the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA). In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Watter has held several faculty appointments. Currently, he is a faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Social Work’s Sexual Certification Program and the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes.A frequent lecturer at professional meetings throughout North

Welcome to episode 403 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Jean Franzblau.In this conversation, we discuss the meaning of kink, sexual shame, and the misrepresentation of kinky behaviors in media. They also discuss the importance of consent, safe words, and the impact of cultural norms on sexual expression.As an Intimacy Coordinator for TV and film, Jean Franzblau helps actors perform sexy scenes with respect and care. This year she made a decision to disclose her private backstory. She is the writer and performer of My Mother Doesn't Know I'm Kinky. It's an award-winning solo play which is now on tour. Passionate to share what she has learned, she created the Sexual Bucket List online class. You can find Jean featured in Rolling Stone and as a guest expert on Keeping Up with the Kardashians.In this episode, you will hear:·      Understanding Kink and Its Cultural Context·      Media Representation of Kink·      Personal Experiences and Reflections on Kink·      Sexua