A few months ago we ran an episode on how long people have sex for, and referenced an American study from the 2000s which found that the ideal length for most people is between 7 and 13 minutes. Now that’s probably less than what a lot of you might think, but it’s proof that quick sex can often be just as satisfying as a drawn out love-making session.
And le ... Show More
Today
Why do men often wake up with an erection?
A lot of people think that morning erections are triggered by erotic dreams, or a need to pee, but in fact they're a physiological reflex linked to sleep. That’s right - they’re not dependent on sexual arousal at all.
And in a somewhat similar way, women actually also experienc ... Show More
5m 17s
Today
What 5 foods can improve brain performance?
Eating a healthy diet that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish can help you keep your brain in tip-top shape. There are plenty of brain boosting foods but here are five that you might want to start including.
First of all, oily fish. When people talk about b ... Show More
4m 41s
Mar 2025
Your Guide to Better Sex, Intimacy, & Love From a World-Leading Sex Therapist
<p>In this episode, you are going to learn how to have amazing sex, deeper intimacy, and create real, lasting love. </p><p>If you feel like intimacy with your partner is rare, your desire is low, or that your marriage is even sexless, this conversation is for you. </p><p>Here to ... Show More
1h 20m
Mar 2025
Initiating Sex After a Dry Spell
Initiating sex, dry spells, and mismatched libidos: the Hotline Calls are open, and your sex questions are answered! Today’s sexual concerns are especially relatable: I’m willing to bet you’ve experienced one of these yourself.
Let’s start with orgasms. When you can only get off ... Show More
31m 6s
May 2025
EP437 - Tell Me What You Want: Tips for Talking About Sex
Welcome to Episode 437 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I'm excited to be joined by Brittany Steffen, LMFT, who speaks to me about how couples can navigate and deepen their sexual communication.
In this episode, Brittany and I discuss the kinds of conversations couples should ... Show More
43m 47s
Oct 2024
Episode 335: How To Have Good Sex
<p>If you had to define “good sex” in just three words, what would they be? In today’s show, we’re going to talk about the key things that come to mind when people are asked this question. There are 20 common responses to this, which constitute the main ingredients of ... Show More
33m 12s