Sex, Love & Science Podcast
Lauren shares her clinical expertise to clarify widespread concerns, investigate different approaches, and spotlight research findings, encouraging open discussions on these sometimes sensitive topics. With her guests, she conveys scientific information and offers valuable insights into today’s intimacy and relationship dynamics.
What happens when sexual behaviour doesn’t fit neatly into the labels we use? In this episode, I sit down with Dr Joe Kort to unpack the misunderstood world of straight men who have sex (or fantasies) with men. We explore the psychology, cultural narratives, and relationship dynamics behind this; moving beyond stereotypes to reveal that […]
Sheena Vaughan is director of Qi Medicine, acupuncture specialist working predominantly with fertility, and pregnancy assistance support. In this episode, we learn what acupuncture is helpful for (everything) and common issues patients trying to conceive and experiencing infertility seek help on. Sheena assists patients find hope, answers, and describes how the body follows the mind. […]
Silva Neves is a world-renowned psychosexual therapist from London. This episode we dive into the misconceptions of porn addiction. As Silva explains, frequency of viewing porn provides zero indication if porn is the problem. So why are so many people self diagnosing themselves as porn addicts? Hear what Silva describes a tsunami sex negative messages […]
Why is it so hard to talk about sex, especially when it’s with someone we are deeply connected to? What if talking about sex became as easy as it was to talk about the weather? Take a deep dive with psychologist and sexologist Laura Lee as we discuss the nuances of how to talk about […]
Jessie Reynolds shares her personal lived experience, and the effects of CPSTD that lead her to becoming a hypnotherapist who specialises in trauma. She shares how healing her hypnotherapy session was after a single session. Jessie discusses how chronic trauma can make someone feel stuck. That the trauma is programmed into the subconscious and bypasses […]
It’s no secret communication helps achieve better sex. In this episode Anabel Reddaway chats with me about the research she conducted that confirms BDSM participants report higher sexual satisfaction than the general public. Annabel deep dives into the concept that women are actively consenting and seeking what they want in the BDSM world. It’s a space […]
This episode is for anyone who would like more information on having sex with someone that is autistic, or if you are autistic and would like more information on sexuality. Sex is not always typical, brains are not always typical; that is the beauty of being human. Deb shares the Date-Ability Program she runs for […]
This episode we dive into the history of pleasure. Toya Ricci is working on her pHD on this topic and took me on a journey to the 1920’s blues era, ancient Hawaiian culture, and even the Amazon. Pleasure has been around a long time, and we could argue changed during the colonisation process. But what […]
Why is the question what is good sex hard to answer for many people? Whilst context, and the people involved during the encounter are all important, you’ll find the answer varies greatly. Join me while I am on holiday, talking with friends (as you do) about what makes sex good. Can scheduling be sexy? Can […]
Viatrix runs Luscious workshops and play parties here in Melbourne for the sexually curious (as well as a values based social platform for attendees). The parties are an inclusive space to feel safe and have sexual experiments/experiences solo, or with partner(s). Viatrix acknowledges the need for pleasure in the world. This is the perfect opportunity […]
This episode explores penis health and discusses the ups and downs of erections (ED). Adam Cuthbertson-Chin, urologist nurse practitioner, joins me to shed some light on the medical side of men’s health. We discuss what helps great penis functioning, signs to look out for that you might need a check-up, and appropriate ways to use […]
Today we are challenging assumption on adult content with a down to earth couple that host it. They both are in alliance of reclaiming their sexuality and see adult content creation just a mere aspect of that. Evie and Axel are on the same team in every sense.. Both acknowledge that being relational takes work, […]