Welcome to Episode 482 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Jessica Idoine who speaks to me about the role of the nervous system in erotic connection and how couples can move from the stress of daily life into a state that supports intimacy and foreplay.

Jessica and I talk about why a lot of people find it difficult to shift from the hectic nature of daily obligations to erotic connection. We examine how the nervous system is crucial to sexual responsiveness and why arousal and pleasure depend on a transition from a fight-or-flight response to a more relaxed, present-moment state.

Jessica is a licensed and certified relationship and sex therapist, retreat facilitator, and founder of Expansive Connections Retreats. She helps couples and individuals cultivate deeper intimacy, emotional safety, and honest communication through a trauma-informed, somatic, and evidence-based approach. With specialized experience supporting LGBTQIA+ clients, neurodivergent couples, and non-traditional relationships, Jessica is known for reframing relationship myths, normalizing complex dynamics, and offering practical, accessible tools for navigating intimacy, conflict, and long-term connection.

In this episode, you will hear:

· The Nervous System’s Role In Sexual Arousal

· Why Stress Blocks Erotic Connection

· Moving From Fight Or Flight To Rest And Digest

· Practical Co-Regulation Rituals For Couples

· The Power Of Non-Demand Touch And Connection

· Navigating Desire Mismatch In Relationships

· How To Communicate A Loving “No” To Sex

· Recognizing Signs Of Nervous System Shutdown

· Using Rituals To Transition Into Intimacy

· Small Shifts That Help Couples Feel Safer And More Connected

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Welcome to Episode 481 of the Sexology Podcast! I'm thrilled to have Gigi Engle join me today as she talks about kink, how it's frequently misinterpreted, and how people can explore their desires with open communication, curiosity, and safety.

Gigi and I discuss what kink actually entails and why it is much more expansive than the preconceived notions that many people have about it. She describes how the term "kink" serves as a catch-all for a variety of relational and sensory experiences, ranging from more symbolic forms of erotic expression to power dynamics and sensation play.

Gigi Engle is a COSRT-registered, MNCIP, ACS, CSE, CSC, GSRD-accredited, award-winning author, certified sex & relationships psychotherapist, and sex educator. She works clinically as an associate clinician at The Therapy Yard, where she specializes in supporting GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) clients, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky folx, and people in polyamorous and open relationships.

Gigi is the author of two books: Kink Curious and All The F*cking Mistakes. Kink Curious is available for pre-order and comes out January 21st.

In this episode, you will hear:

· The True Meaning of Kink

· Distinctions Between Fetish and Kink

· Reasons Behind Many People's Unrealized Kinkiness

· The Evolution of Kinks

· Psychology of Symbolic and Sensory Play

· Kink Exploration's Emotional Safety

· The Significance of Safe Words and Consent

· Comprehending the Concept of an Enthusiastic Maybe

· Managing Shame Regarding Sexual Desires

· How Couples Can Respectfully Discuss Kinks

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Welcome to Episode 480 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Taylor P. Kohn who speaks to me about the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists on sexual health and erectile function.

In this episode, we discuss the growing curiosity around GLP-1 medications and whether they influence erectile dysfunction, libido, and overall sexual performance. Dr. Kohn shares insights from his large claims database study examining young men without diabetes who initiated GLP-1 treatment. We also talk about reassuring findings, including the low overall rate of new erectile dysfunction diagnoses, while also unpacking the difference between correlation and causation.

Dr. Taylor P. Kohn, MD, M.Phil. is an Assistant Professor in the Scott Department of Urology at Baylor College of Medicine, specializing in Male Infertility and Sexual Dysfunction.

Dr. Kohn began his academic career at Baylor University where he developed a love for biomedical research. In 2013, he was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship, enabling him to pursue a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Instrumentation at the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom, studying protein distribution in Alzheimer’s disease using imaging mass spectrometers.

In this episode, you will hear:

· GLP-1 Medications And Erectile Dysfunction Risk

· Libido Changes And Reward System Questions

· Microvascular Health And Cardiovascular Links

· Weight Loss, Muscle Mass, And Hormone Regulation

· Testosterone Optimization Through Lifestyle

· Psychological Contributors To Erectile Challenges

· Treatment Ladder For Erectile Dysfunction

· Shockwave Therapy And Regenerative Options

· Penile Injections And Prosthesis Outcomes

· Stress Reduction And Sexual Confidence Building

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