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Sexology

Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D, Psychology of Sex | Couple Therapy | Sex Educationredcircle.com

Each week, Dr. Nazanin Moali interviews experts, psychologists, mental health practitioners and researchers to explore the most intriguing findings in psychology of sex and intimacy. Sexology podcast will give you insight into all that you have ever wanted to know about sex but were afraid to ask. Join us in this weekly journey to examine sexuality and pleasure from a scientific perspective.

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Episodes

EP493 - The Forgotten Sex Study That Changed Women’s Pleasure Forever

Welcome to episode 493 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Rosa Campbell, who speaks to me about Shere Hite, The Hite Report, and the ongoing struggle to centre women’s sexual pleasure. In this episode, Rosa introduces us to Shere Hite’s groundbreaking 1976 book, The Hite Report, which gathered women’s honest experiences of sex, orgasm, desire, and dissatisfaction at a time when their voices were rarely included in sexology research. We discuss how Hite challenged the ass...

Jun 02, 202635 min

EP492 - How to Get Laid Using Your Intuition with Susanna Brisk

Welcome to episode 492 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Susanna Brisk, who shares with me her insights on reconnecting to desire, the energetic body and sexual intuition. In this episode, Susanna and I talk about how sexuality is much more than just technique. We discuss the energetic body, the unconscious agreements we bring to our relationships, and how shame, religious guilt, trauma, gender roles and cultural expectations can subtly impact desire. Susanna Brisk is a...

May 25, 202631 min

EP491 - What Makes a Good Lube? Expert Alexander Giebel Shares The Best Components For Intimacy Essentials

Welcome to Episode 491 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Alexander Giebel , who speaks to me about the history of lubricants, how to choose the right lube, and why quality is important for sexual health. In this episode, Alexander shares how his interest in sexual health started during the HIV crisis of the 1990s, when condoms became a cornerstone of safer sex education. Working on those, he became fascinated with the silicone lubricant used on condoms, and eventually h...

May 19, 202629 min

EP490 - From Pain to Pleasure: Transformative Steps for Sexual Wellness with Dr. Jordan Barber

Welcome to Episode 490 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I am excited to be joined by Dr. Jordan Barber, who speaks to me about pain during sex. In this episode, Dr. Barber and I discuss why so many people are told that “everything looks normal” when they are experiencing very real pain during sex. He explains how standard medical testing often misses muscle and nerve function, and why painful sex is rarely caused by one single factor. Dr. Jordan Barber is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medi...

May 12, 202627 min

EP489 - Frustration and Disappointment: How to Revive a Sexless Marriage with Elana Auerbach

Welcome to Episode 489 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Elana Auerbach, who speaks to me about navigating sexless marriages and reviving physical intimacy. It is incredibly common for long-term relationships to experience a decline in physical intimacy over time. Often, couples fall into a routine where life gets busy, and cultivating a sexual spark drops to the bottom of the priority list. During our conversation, we explore why this happens and how unspoken frustrati...

May 05, 202641 minEp. 489

EP488 - The Sensitivity Solution: Tackling Delayed Ejaculation

Welcome to Episode 488 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Arthur Burnett who speaks to me about delayed ejaculation and loss of penile sensitivity. In this episode Dr. Burnett and I discuss a topic that has been highly requested by many of our listeners and clients. We look at the complicated factors behind delayed ejaculation and the annoying loss of sensitivity some men experience. Dr. Burnett shares his urologic expertise on the role of physical health conditions ...

Apr 28, 202629 min

EP487 - When Desire Fades: Exploring the Hidden Reasons

Welcome to episode 487 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I am excited to be joined by Courtney Fae Long , who speaks to me about understanding and resolving lost desire in long-term relationships. In this episode, we talk about a common problem that many couples in long-term relationships have: the natural change and sometimes loss of sexual desire. When a partner's interest seems to fade, it's easy for our minds to jump to the worst possible conclusions. But in reality, it's often because of mism...

Apr 21, 202632 min

EP486 - Beyond Impulse: Understanding Out-of-Control Sexual Behaviors

Welcome to Episode 486 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Juliane Maxwald who speaks to me about understanding our sexual symptoms as deeper unconscious communications. In this episode, we talk about how sexual problems are rarely just about sex. In this day and age, people are always looking for a quick fix or a medical solution to their personal problems. Julianne beautifully explains that symptoms like low desire or trouble getting an erection are often our bodies tel...

Apr 14, 202630 min

EP485 - How to Give an Amazing Blowjob

Welcome to Episode 485 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Sienna Sinclaire, who speaks to me about the art of oral sex and navigating the mental blocks that often surround it. In this episode, we talk about real ways to improve your skills and boost your confidence. The goal is to treat sexual encounters like a playground for exploration. You can do this by using your hands as a tool and trying out different temperatures, like ice and warm water. We also talk about commo...

Apr 07, 202640 min

EP484 - Understanding Bisexuality: When Your Wife Loves Women Too

Welcome to Episode 484 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Genevieve Lejeune , who speaks to me about the evolution of sexual identity and the importance of creating safe spaces for exploration. In this episode, we discuss the emotional complexities that arise when a partner begins to question or redefine their sexual orientation. This journey can often feel destabilizing for both individuals in a relationship, triggering fears of inadequacy or the worry that the relation...

Mar 31, 202623 min

EP483 – Purity Culture to Polyamory: How She Built a Mono-Poly Relationship

Welcome to Episode 483 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to have Courtney Boyer on the show. In this episode, Courtney talks to me about how she transitioned from living in a strict purity culture to living in a polyamorous lifestyle. Courtney discusses her childhood in a strict religious setting where her worth and safety were closely linked to her ability to control her sexual urges. We talk about the "myth of the perfect Christian wife" and how many women in these communities feel p...

Mar 24, 202629 min

EP482 - Your Sexual Nervous System and Stages of Foreplay

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 arousa...

Mar 17, 202632 min

EP481 - Kink Curious: Play Without Shame

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, rangi...

Mar 10, 202628 min

EP480 - The Impact of GLP-1’s and ED: Helpful or Hurtful

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 ...

Mar 03, 202629 min

EP479 - Contempt and Distance: The Silent Bedroom Killer

Welcome to Episode 479 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Zach Brittle who speaks to me about negative sentiment override and how relationship dynamics shape our erotic connection. In this episode, Zach and I discuss how the emotional tone of a relationship deeply influences intimacy inside and outside the bedroom. We look at the concept of Negative Sentiment Override, a term from John Gottman’s research, and discuss how couples can find themselves stuck in patterns wher...

Feb 24, 202632 min

EP478 - Your Sex Life: Before & After Children

Welcome to Episode 478 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by EJ and Tarah Kerwin who speak to me about sex and parenting, how becoming parents reshaped their intimacy, desire, and how they maintain their emotional connection to each other. In this episode, EJ and Tarah speak to me about what it was like to go from a playful, spontaneous sex life to feeling completely overwhelmed after the birth of their twins; navigating sleep deprivation, and the resurfacing of past trauma...

Feb 17, 202636 min

EP477 - How to Have Awkward Conversations About Sex

Welcome to episode 477 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Laurie Gerber , who speaks to me about how to communicate about sex, sexual preferences, and talking about difficult topics like STIs with more confidence and clarity. In this episode, Laurie and I discuss why silence is one of the biggest obstacles to fulfilling sexual and romantic relationships. Laurie shares powerful insights from her work with clients, especially around why sex is a key differentiator between ...

Feb 10, 202637 min

EP476 - Destination Sexy: Your Passport to Pleasure

Welcome to Episode 476 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Ally Iseman, who speaks to me about desire discrepancy, long-term intimacy, and how travel can become a powerful doorway back to erotic connection. In this episode, Ally and I discuss one of the most common struggles couples bring into therapy: loving their partner while feeling disconnected from sex and intimacy. We talk about why desire naturally shifts over time, how novelty + security can feel like they are pu...

Feb 03, 202644 min

EP475 - How to Get the Sex Life You Crave

Welcome to Episode 475 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I am excited to be joined by Caitlin V , who speaks to me about erectile unpredictability, performance anxiety, and supporting men’s sexuality through a holistic, shame-free lens. A quick note for my single listeners in California, if you're craving intentional, psychologically grounded ways to meet people. We have a beautiful offering coming up through LALOVELAB.com ; a company I co-created with my colleague Dr. Richard Espinoza. Our next m...

Jan 27, 202646 min

EP474 - How Dolphins Create a Path to Healing

Welcome to Episode 474 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Amy Quinn and Malia Carvallo , who speak to me about healing sexuality, pleasure, and connection through embodiment, community, and altered states of consciousness. A quick note for my single listeners in California, if you're craving intentional, psychologically grounded ways to meet people. We have a beautiful offering coming up through LALOVELAB.com ; a company I co-created with my colleague Dr. Richard Espinoz...

Jan 20, 202646 min

EP473 - Your How to Guide for Sex on Psychedelics

Welcome to Episode 473 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Nicole Thompson , who speaks to me about psychedelic-informed sexuality, chemsex, and harm reduction in erotic spaces. A quick note for my single listeners in California, if you're craving intentional, psychologically grounded ways to meet people. We have a beautiful offering coming up through LALOVELAB.com ; a company I co-created with my colleague Dr. Richard Espinoza. Our next matchmaking event is Saturday ...

Jan 13, 202650 min

EP472 - Goals to Set for Sexual Health in 2026 Featuring Top Sexperts

Welcome to Episode 472 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Anya Laeta , August McLaughlin , Bel Di Lorenzo , Dr. Elliot Justin , Dr. Evan Goldstein , Dr. Maria Sophocles , Nicoletta Heidegger and Suzannah Weiss as part of this special episode on setting goals for sexual health in 2026. As we move into the new year, I want to slow things down a bit and move away from rigid resolutions that are often rooted in pressure, shame, or performance. In this episode, I’m bringing t...

Jan 06, 202621 min

EP471 - Intimacy and Desire: A Guide to Finding Connection

Welcome to Episode 471 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Ita O’Brien, who speaks to me about intimacy coordination, embodied consent, and creating safety and authenticity in intimate storytelling. In this episode, I sit down with Ita to discuss what an intimacy coordinator actually does and why this role has become so essential in film, television, and theatre. We talk about how intimacy coordination brings structure, clarity, and care to intimate scenes, not only to pr...

Dec 30, 202534 min

EP470 - Pleasure and Sensuality: Cultivating Healing

Welcome to Episode 470 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Margeaux Feldman , who speaks to me about trauma, chronic illness, intimacy, and pleasure, inspired by their book Touch Me. I’m Sick. In this episode, we discuss the personal and academic journey that led them to write Touch Me. I’m Sick., which began as a PhD dissertation and evolved into a deeply human book about sickness, trauma, disability, and love. Margeaux shares how their own experience with chronic illnes...

Dec 23, 202531 min

EP469 - The Cycle Experience: Improving Sexual Pleasure

Welcome to Episode 469 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Laura Federico and Morgan Miller who speak to me about cycle tracking, hormones, and the mind body connection in sexuality and health. In this episode, we discuss what inspired Laura and Morgan to write their book “The Cycle Book” and how their personal and professional experiences shaped their approach. We talk about the profound gaps in education around hormones, menstruating bodies, and sexual health, and how t...

Dec 16, 202537 min

EP468 - Guiding Intimacy Through Pain: A Sexual Journey

Welcome to Episode 468 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Alyssa Yee , who speaks to me about the realities of vulvar and vaginal pain, the challenges of diagnosis, and how partners can offer meaningful support. In this conversation, we discuss the wide range of painful symptoms many vulva owners experience, from burning and sharp stinging at the vestibule to deeper pelvic discomfort that can appear during or after sexual activity. Dr. Yee helps clarify how condition...

Dec 09, 202524 min

EP467 - The Orgasm Gap: A Guide to Help Men Close It

Welcome to Episode 467 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Suzannah Weiss who speaks to me about understanding and addressing the orgasm gap in long term relationships. In this conversation, we look at why orgasm inequality persists even among couples who consider themselves progressive, communicative, and sexually informed. We discuss how cultural narratives, media scripts, and outdated beliefs continue to shape expectations around women’s pleasure, often leaving vulva o...

Dec 02, 202524 min

EP466 – Polysecure: Attachment Theory in Non-Monogamy

Welcome to Episode 466 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Jessica Fern who speaks to me about consensual non-monogamy, secure attachment, and the inner work required to build healthy open relationships. In this conversation, Jessica shares her personal journey into non-monogamy and the ways her clinical work pushed her to explore the topic more deeply. We talk about emotional exclusivity, the origins of Polysecure, and how people can distinguish between personal triggers...

Nov 25, 202533 min

EP465 - Childhood Wounds: Why Your Bedroom Patterns Are a Mirror

Welcome to Episode 465 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be joined by Jessica Baum , who speaks to me about how attachment styles shape our sexual connection and intimacy within long-term relationships. In this episode, we explore how attachment theory helps us understand why so many couples struggle with maintaining desire over time. We discuss how patterns rooted in early childhood, such as anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment, influence not only our emotional connection ...

Nov 18, 202528 min

EP464 - Sexual Expression: Lessons in Life and Love

Welcome to Episode 464 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be joined by Riana Milne , who speaks to me about emotional disconnection, communication breakdowns, and their impact on sexual desire in relationships. In this episode, Riana and I explore how emotional safety and communication are at the heart of sexual connection. We discuss why unresolved conflicts and stress responses, like fight, flight, or freeze, can suppress desire, and how couples can learn to reconnect through consci...

Nov 11, 202538 min
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