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Sex and Psychology Podcast

Dr. Justin Lehmiller
Sexual Health
Relationships
Sex Education
Sexual Communication
Intimacy
Consent
Kink
Kinsey Institute
Erectile Dysfunction
Mental Health
Sexual Satisfaction
Sexual Fantasies
Sexual Wellness
Pornography
BDSM
Communication
Sex Work
Masturbation
Sexual Pleasure
Menopause

The Sex and Psychology Podcast is the sex ed you never got in school—and won’t find anywhere else. Kinsey Institute researcher Dr. Justin Lehmiller takes you on a journey through the psychology of sex and relationships, offering practical tips along the way that can help you take your intimate life to the next level. Learn more on Dr. Lehmiller’s blog at sexandpsychology.com

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Recent Guests

Darby Saxbe
Clinical psychologist and tenured full professor of psychology at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Episode 531: Do Dads Get Postpartum Depression, Too?
Alicia Rose
Award-winning director and founder of Menopunks (documentary, podcast, activist movement)
Menopunks
Episode: Episode 529: The Menopause Revolution Is Here
Celeste Hirschman
Co-creator of the Somatica Method; co-founder of Somatica Institute
Somatica Institute
Episode: Episode 526: Why More Adults Are Remaining Virgins
Danielle Harel
Co-creator of the Somatica Method; co-founder of Somatica Institute
Somatica Institute
Episode: Episode 526: Why More Adults Are Remaining Virgins
Cate Osborn
Certified sex educator, mental health advocate, ADHD content creator; BDSM/kink community educator
Episode: Episode 525: The ADHD Guide To Better Sex (Essential Listen)
Dr. Rena Malik
Board-certified urologist and sexuality educator
Rena Malik MD YouTube channel; Men's Health Magazine influencer
Episode: Episode 524: Essential Sex Advice For Women
Alyssa Shelasky
Journalist, Sex Diaries columnist for New York Magazine and author of Sex Diaries book
New York Magazine
Episode: Episode 522: What People’s Sex Diaries Reveal About Modern Intimacy
Laura Desiree
Creative Director of Snctm, Level 2 Certified Intimacy Coordinator with experience in erotic media and sex-positive storytelling
Snctm
Episode: Episode 521: An Intimacy Coordinator’s Tips For Better Sex
Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy
Licensed psychologist, asex-certified sex therapist, and emotionally-focused couples therapist
Private practice in Minnesota; co-author of Desire, An Inclusive Guide to Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships
Episode: Episode 518: Why Dead Bedrooms Happen

Host

Dr. Justin Lehmiller
Kinsey Institute researcher and host with a focus on psychology of sex and relationships; educator and author

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Always learn something

    DR Lehmiller and his guests have been wonderfully helpful for me in understanding some of the issues I’ve been dealing with sex and intimacy in our marriage.

    I’m his well thought questions of his guests and the array of quality

    Guests have really opened my eyes to many areas I’ve been struggling with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steveberde
    United States2 months ago
  • Always an insightful listen

    Love the compassionate, science backed episodes and Justin’s honey toned voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RBiffin
    Australia5 months ago
  • Justin is creepy

    Sorry folks, but something is off with this guy. Please be careful listening too much

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bgyvju7osdn5cqz1wp4k6xt80f3i2a
    United States7 months ago
  • Amazing podcast:

    At first I didn’t know what to expect by listening but every single pod HAS BEEN AMAZING! Dr. Lehmiller always has amazing guest, they are informed, well spoken and all the great aspects. I love this podcast .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t.mack 93
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sound and interesting advice around sex

    Justin is a fantastic and well informed host who asks all the questions about sex you’re curious about and then some. Highly recommend this quality resource!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Bruett
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode 531: Do Dads Get Postpartum Depression, Too?
Q: What can couples do to navigate the transition more smoothly?
Open communication and planning before birth, maintaining some date nights, and sharing the mental load to reduce conflict are highlighted as effective strategies.
Episode 530: The Surprising Science Of The Dad Brain
Q: How do hormones like testosterone and oxytocin play into the experience of becoming a dad, and what implications does that have for relationships?
The host and guest discuss how testosterone tends to drop after becoming a father, the role of oxytocin in bonding and parenting, and how hormones can influence caregiving, mood, and partner dynamics, with emphasis on context-dependent effects.
Episode 530: The Surprising Science Of The Dad Brain
Q: What first drew you to studying the science of fatherhood, and what made you realize there was a whole book here?
The guest explains a long-standing interest in families and the transition to parenthood, inspired by personal experience with a father who became a caregiver, and the gap in literature on fatherhood—especially neurobiological perspectives—driving the need for a dedicated book.
Episode 528: Your Toughest Sex Questions, Answered
Q: Is open relationship a viable solution for desire discrepancies, and what conditions must be in place?
Open relationships can work for some but require enthusiastic, mutual consent, clear boundaries, ongoing communication, and a strong foundation of trust and personal alignment; otherwise they tend to fail.
Episode 528: Your Toughest Sex Questions, Answered
Q: What are the steps you recommend for navigating a long-term mismatch that involves trauma and values clashes?
Bring in a professional marriage or sex therapist, normalize the experience, acknowledge the grief, and work on mutual buy-in and boundaries while exploring adaptive sexual strategies and potential therapy for trauma.

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The show centers on sex, psychology, and relationships, with a strong emphasis on practical education, consent, intimacy, and communication. Conversations span topics such as sex education, intimate relationships, consent culture, non-traditional relationship structures, and the social implications of technology and AI in romance. Notable strengths include a science-based approach, access to leading researchers and clinicians, and guests who bring both clinical and experiential expertise to nuanced discussions about desire, intimacy, and ethics. The format often blends rigorous insight with accessible, applicable tips for listeners seeking healthier, more fulfilling intimate lives.

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2. Alicia Rose
3. Celeste Hirschman
4. Danielle Harel
5. Cate Osborn
6. Dr. Rena Malik
7. Alyssa Shelasky
8. Laura Desiree

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