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The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast by Michael Forman

The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast
Sexless Marriages
Intimacy
Sexless Marriage
Marriage
Communication
Counseling
Communication In Relationships
Sexlessness
Divorce
Infidelity
Intimacy Issues
Asexuality
Emotional Intimacy
Marriage Counseling
Sex
Sexual Satisfaction
Relationships
Affairs
Mental Health
Emotional Disconnection

The podcast dissects marriages and long-term relationships into intimacy, sex, sexless marriages, affairs, monogamy, non-monogamy, religion and other matters that negatively influence our lives and spoil our happy-ever-afters. Novels mentioned in the podcast are SEETHINGS and SEETHINGS 2. They are available from Smashwords.com Homesite is michaelformanwriting.com/

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In this deeply personal episode of The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast, Michael speaks directly to the silent heartbreak of living inside a sexless marriage. “My Rights in a Sexless Marriage” explores the emotional cost of monogamy when intimacy disappears... more

Need a new word to describe your sexless marriage situation? Getting tired of saying the same thing? Use these words when talking to your spouse one-on-one or with a relationship counsellor.

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This episode goes out to spouses who refuse to participate in sex. I'm not sure if you're listening, but I'm putting out the call anyway!

Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com/

One man’s confession reveals the quiet grief, moral wrestling and hidden loneliness endured inside marriages that look perfectly normal.

Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

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Recent Guests

David Helfand
Doctor of psychology who offers retreats for couples in trouble.
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Episode: Bring Back Intimacy In A Marriage Before It’s Too Late
Mariah Byrne
Co-founder of the Fantasy Box, focused on enhancing intimacy in relationships
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Lissy Ann Puno
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Episode: Sex, Intimacy And Sexual Compatibility.

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Michael Forman
Host of the show, focusing on relationship dynamics, intimacy, and sexless marriages; often integrates personal experiences, fiction references, and practical guidance.

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3.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Hmmm

    Wouldn't it be nice if we could do something more to help turn our spouses on?

    Yes…it’s called: have a look at yourself and what your sexual entitlement is playing a part in the negative dynamic.

    This podcast diminishes the pain and reality of low desire partners. Check out the study (Dr Cami Hurst ?) which included 1300 participants revealed that low-desire can often be the result of many years of concentual-yet-unwanted (yes that is a thing) ‘duty sex’ by women in an effort to avoid negative ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    annietags
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hope for the Involuntarily Celibate

    If you’re not there, then you don’t understand. Michael has been there, and gives hope and positivity to those of us stuck in a lonely and sexless life.

    I am the sexually shut-down wife with Cassandra Syndrome, developed after being married to and ignored by someone with Asperger’s for almost three decades. Our sex life ended almost a decade ago, not by my choice. But here I am thinking one day it will be like 1993 again, hanging on to old memories.

    Michael’s experiences make me see that an en... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carrblack
    United States4 years ago

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Sex, Intimacy And Sexual Compatibility.
Q: Is it risky if we wait until after marriage to test our sexual compatibility?
There are a lot of things to discover after marriage, and being sexual partners could be one of them.
Sex, Intimacy And Sexual Compatibility.
Q: What if I'm not sexually satisfied in my relationship, can it still work?
Maybe. It can work, but you both need to be willing to work on it.
Sex, Intimacy And Sexual Compatibility.
Q: Do we need to be sexually compatible to make things work?
No, there are other ingredients to make a relationship work, not only sex.

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The show centers on intimate relationships, focusing on sexless marriages, sexual desire, and the myriad factors that strain long-term partnerships. Episodes mix personal stories, clinical and therapeutic perspectives, and broader social influences like religion, trauma, and aging, often inviting listener input and exploring practical coping strategies. A recurring thread is redefining intimacy beyond sex—emphasizing communication, safety, and emotional connection—and the host leverages fiction and books to illuminate relationship dynamics. This combination of candid storytelling, practical guidance, and thoughtful analysis makes it useful for listeners seeking honest discussion and different paths through relationship challenges.

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