As I look back on all of the amazing guests and conversations we’ve had on this show, I’ve begun to curate a list of ”essential listens.” These are the shows that are often a sexual revelation because they get people to think about or understand their own sexuality in a new way. One of these essential listens is my “sex on the brain” interview wi ... Show More
Sep 15
Episode 536: Was The Bridgerton Era As Sexy As We Think?
Shows like Bridgerton invite us to imagine the past as a time of elaborate courtship, forbidden desire, and passionate romance. But was the past really as sexy as we like to think it was? In today’s show, we’re going to separate fact from fantasy when it comes to sex in the Bridg ... Show More
32m 19s
Sep 11
Episode 535: Why Kink Works For Neurodiverse Brains
For many neurodivergent people, BDSM offers something conventional sexual practices often don’t, including clear communication, explicit expectations, structure, and the freedom to tailor experiences to their own needs. In this episode, we’re going to explore why people with ADHD ... Show More
34m 25s
Sep 8
Episode 534: The Complicated Relationship Between BDSM And Mental Health
BDSM can be a powerful source of pleasure, connection, and self-expression. But when mental health challenges enter the picture, they can also raise important questions about consent, communication, triggers, and emotional safety. So how can people navigate kink in ways that supp ... Show More
32m 8s
Nov 2022
Introducing…The Science of Horniness from Come As You Are with Dr. Emily Nagoski
Today, I’m sharing a preview of a new podcast I’m enjoying and think you will, too. On Come As You Are, educator and bestselling author Dr. Emily Nagoski answers questions about sex with the latest science. You’ll get a modern guide to sexual wellbeing, backed by groundbreaking r ... Show More
11m 59s
Jun 2025
You May Also Like: Sex Ed with DB
<p> We’re dropping in with an episode from <em>Sex Ed with DB</em>, a podcast all about inclusive, pleasure-focused sex ed. In this episode, host Danielle Bezalel sits down with Dr. Emily Nagoski — bestselling author of <em>Come As You Are</em> — to talk about what it really take ... Show More
50m 55s
Mar 2017
Come As You Are: An Interview with Dr. Emily Nagoski
<p>Welcome to episode 10 of the Sexology Podcast, today my guest is Emily Nagoski. In this episode, Emily talks about the dual control model and how sex works in the brain, how attachment with our partners affects our sex life and the societal factors that affect women’s sexualit ... Show More
29m 38s
Feb 2023
Emily Nagoski on the Science of Sex
Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she breaks down the science behind sexual arousal and desire, and give us a better understanding of how our bodies work. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad c ... Show More
7m 38s
