Episode 547: Do Polyamorous Relationships Need Rules?
When couples open their relationships, one of the first things they often do is establish a set of rules. But do those rules actually make n...
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Episode 546: When Polyamory Becomes Toxic
Polyamory is sometimes described as a more “evolved” approach to relationships, built around radical honesty, open communication, and person...
Episode 545: A Couples' Guide To Exploring Fetishes
Disclosing a fetish to a partner can feel incredibly vulnerable. You might worry about being judged, rejected, or misunderstood. But keeping...
Episode 544: Where Do Fetishes Come From?
Why are some people sexually aroused by things like balloons, orthopedic casts, or even sneezing—things that most people don’t see as sexual...
Episode 543: How Aftercare Makes Sex Better
What happens after an intense sexual experience can be just as important as what happens during it. In the kink world, this is where “afterc...
Episode 542: How To Talk Sexy Without Feeling Awkward
Talking during sex can be incredibly hot. But for a lot of people, it can also feel awkward, intimidating, or embarrassing. The good news is...
Episode 541: How to Calm Attachment Anxiety
For some people, relationships can bring a lot of anxiety and uncertainty. They might question whether their partner really loves them, beco...
Episode 540: Why You Pull Away When Relationships Get Close
When relationships start to feel too close, some people instinctively pull away. They might shut down emotionally, avoid difficult conversat...
Episode 539: The Most Common Questions Sex Therapists Get Asked
What are the most common questions that come up in sex therapy? In this episode, we're revisiting an important conversation from the archive...
Episode 538: How To Get Out Of Your Head During Sex
Your brain really is your biggest sex organ. And if you want to have more (and better) sex, getting into the right headspace can make all th...
Episode 537: The Sex History You Were Never Taught
We often assume that people in the past were far more sexually conservative than we are today, and that things like sex toys, pornography, a...
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...
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 exp...
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 al...
Episode 533: A Beginner's Guide To Swinging
For some couples, swinging can be a way to bring novelty, excitement, and sexual exploration into their relationship. But opening the door t...
Episode 532: Why Jealousy Isn't The Problem
Jealousy is one of the most complicated—and misunderstood—emotions we experience in intimate relationships. We tend to think of jealousy as...
Episode 531: Do Dads Get Postpartum Depression, Too?
Becoming a father doesn’t just change a man’s brain. It can also change his sense of identity, his mental health, and his relationships. Fat...
Episode 530: The Surprising Science Of The Dad Brain
Becoming a parent changes just about every aspect of life. But it doesn’t just change your routines, priorities, and relationships—it can ac...
Episode 529: The Menopause Revolution Is Here
Menopause is finally getting the attention it deserves, with growing recognition of its impact on sexual health, relationships, work, and qu...
Episode 528: Your Toughest Sex Questions, Answered
What happens when two people in a long-term relationship have dramatically different sex drives? How do couples navigate intimacy when aging...