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Better Sex

Jessa Zimmerman
Intimacy
Sexual Health
Sexual Desire
Sex Therapy
Communication
Desire Discrepancy
Couples Therapy
Mental Health
Sexual Dysfunction
Communication In Relationships
Sex Education
Sex
Menopause
Erectile Dysfunction
Relationships
Trauma
Reactive Desire
Desire
Therapy
Sexuality

Better Sex is focused on helping all couples create and enjoy their best possible sex life. Better Sex is hosted by Jessa Zimmerman who is a couples’ counselor and nationally certified sex therapist. Each episode will dive into one topic related to sex. Some will be devoted to addressing sexual concerns like sexual dysfunction, differences in sexual desire, and intimacy problems. Some will help yo... more

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Latest Episodes

Host Jessa Zimmerman talks with Robert Johnson and Anna Osman from Shameless Care about common gaps in “full panel” STI testing and why site-specific screening matters, especially throat swabs for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Robert shares how an asympto... more

Host Jessa Zimmerman shares a Soapbox episode outlining 17 reasons a man might have low desire, emphasizing that only one is responsive desire. She covers performance anxiety, low testosterone, needing emotional connection and safety, intimidation by... more

Host Jessa Zimmerman talks with Doug Noll, a former trial lawyer turned peacemaker, about reframing vulnerability as strength through lessons from Tai Chi: the softer you are, the stronger you are, and the more vulnerable you are, the more powerful y... more

In this Soapbox episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman discusses infidelity and what affair recovery can look like. Jessa frames cheating as a “bad solution to a problem” and outlines key milestones for rebuilding trust: the partner who cheated ... more

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Recent Guests

Doug Noll
Lawyer turned peacemaker, author, and educator on deescalation and vulnerability
Prison of Peace; dougnoll.com
Episode: Ep. 421: Vulnerability as Strength
Michelle Fischler
Author of Coming Soon and clinician focusing on premature ejaculation and shame
Author, Coming Soon
Episode: Ep. 417: Early Ejaculation is a Shame Pattern
Sara Perry
Sexological body worker, coach, and educator focused on pleasure, consent, and somatic sex education
Episode: Ep. 416: Negotiating Kinks, Fetishes, and Monogamy
Sari Cooper
Sex therapist and trainer based in New York City
Center for Love and Sex
Episode: Ep. 413: Stigma, Shame, and Sex: How Culture, Religion, Family, and Media Shape Desire
Pavani Moray
Somatic/bodywork expert discussed in episode
Episode: Ep. 412: What couples therapy misses about the body
Barbara Carrellas
Author of The Book of Ecstasy; urban tantra educator and sex/energy/spirituality advocate
Author, Educator
Episode: Ep. 411: The Book of Ecstasy: Finding Joy, Connection, and Transformation Beyond Orgasm
Julie Merriman
Author of Are We Gonna Have Sex or What? and expert on sexuality after 50
Author, Therapist
Episode: Ep. 409: Reclaiming Desire After 50: Nervous System Regulation, Novelty, and Communication
Dr. Stephanie Rimka
Functional medicine physician, chiropractor, neurofeedback expert
Private practice | author of Yoursoulbeautiful
Episode: Ep. 407: The Science of Pleasure, Trauma & Longevity
Dr. Arthur Burnett
Urologic surgeon and researcher with Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Ep. 405: The Truth About Erectile Dysfunction

Host

Jessa Zimmerman
Host and sex therapist, guides conversations with guests on sexuality, relationships, and practical intimacy strategies.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 192 ratings
  • Real Talk

    Love how Jessa booked Rick to speak about GUY issues!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EncouragementGuy!
    United States9 months ago
  • Great interviewer

    This is a good podcast. Jessa is very knowledgeable, organized, engaged.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1875alma
    United States2 years ago
  • Normalizes caring about your sex life

    All in the title

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldenGrlzzz001
    United States2 years ago
  • Great information

    Thank you Jessa!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daisy Woodford
    United States2 years ago
  • So healing

    It was a joy and a privilege to be interviewed on Jessa’s podcast about our pregnancy loss. That she recognizes that better sex includes such a wide range of human experiences made it an easy pick for me when I was searching for who could amplify our story. Thank you Jessa for showcasing real issues to help real people find the path to connection, in the bedroom and in all areas of relating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrJessicaTartaro
    United States5 years ago

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The show normalizes diverse sex lives and emphasizes consent and open communication.
Guests are described as high-quality, authoritative, and research-backed.
Listeners appreciate the host's calm, clear interviewing style and practical takeaways.

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Ep. 417: Early Ejaculation is a Shame Pattern
Q: Could you tie the link between early ejaculation and shame together for us?
Shame is the emotional energy that makes the body react defensively; by naming and externalizing it, clients can begin to observe and soften the physical responses, allowing the underlying patterns to change through mindful practice and better communication.
Ep. 411: The Book of Ecstasy: Finding Joy, Connection, and Transformation Beyond Orgasm
Q: Can ecstasy be shared with a partner, and how does communication shape that process?
Discusses creating a container and honest communication about intentions, needs, and boundaries; emphasizes co-creating experiences rather than arguing about who is right, and recognizes that couples may have different desires that require renegotiation.
Ep. 411: The Book of Ecstasy: Finding Joy, Connection, and Transformation Beyond Orgasm
Q: What are beginner ways to start cultivating ecstasy in everyday life?
Suggests listing top turn-ons, exploring yearnings beyond sex, meditating on a 'something more,' and reconnecting with inner energies through breath, movement, and imaginative focus to keep attention engaged in the present moment.
Ep. 411: The Book of Ecstasy: Finding Joy, Connection, and Transformation Beyond Orgasm
Q: How do you define ecstasy, especially given how hard it is to capture with language?
The guest explains ecstasy as a state that goes beyond the self, often transcendent and capable of expanding energy through body and mind toward a sense of spirit, with or without genital involvement, and highlighting its transformative potential.
Ep. 411: The Book of Ecstasy: Finding Joy, Connection, and Transformation Beyond Orgasm
Q: Could you start with just a little bit about you and why you're passionate about ecstasy, pleasure, and this topic?
Barbara describes her emergence into pleasure and ecstatic experience through experiences in New York during the AIDS crisis, emphasizing that ecstasy is not just sexual but a state of connection to something larger, incorporating spirituality, community, and political significance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Better Sex

What is Better Sex about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A relationship-focused show that explores sexuality, intimacy, and practical tools for healthier partnerships. Episodes commonly center on communication, desire and mismatch, medical and psychological factors affecting arousal, and strategies to deepen connection—from mindful embodiment and nervous-system regulation to concrete exercises, conversations, and safe-sex practices. Notable guests include clinicians, researchers, and therapists who bring evidence-based insights on topics like erectile function, menopause, psychedelic-assisted therapy for intimacy, and strategies to rekindle desire, making complex topics accessible and applicable to couples and individuals alike. The program often blends science, therapy, and real-world anecdotes ... more

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Recent guests on Better Sex include:

1. Doug Noll
2. Michelle Fischler
3. Sara Perry
4. Sari Cooper
5. Pavani Moray
6. Barbara Carrellas
7. Julie Merriman
8. Dr. Stephanie Rimka

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