We think we know why we have sex — for love, pleasure, or connection. But the truth is often much more complicated. In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy pulls back the covers on the real reasons humans get it on — from seeking closeness to conflict avoidance, ego boosts to revenge — and explores how understanding your why can transform the way you experience intimacy.

This isn’t just about sex. It’s about what drives us during our most intimate moments with one another. Tune in and discover what really motivates your desire.

If you’ve ever wondered why you want sex—or why sometimes you don’t—you’re not alone. My ⁠⁠course⁠⁠ is designed to help you understand your deeper motivations, heal old patterns, and connect with desire in a more conscious way. Through guided practices and reflection tools, you’ll uncover the roots of your turn-ons, turn-offs, and emotional needs—so intimacy starts to feel aligned, not confusing.

It’s a private, flexible journey of self-discovery that helps you understand yourself before trying to change anything.⁠

Buy now and start exploring your why.

#SexTherapy #Desire #Intimacy #Pleasure #SelfDiscovery #Embodiment #SexualHealing #MindfulSex #RelationshipGrowth #ThePleasureProject

Forget everything you’ve been told about aging and sex. In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks to Dr. Nicole Marcione—a gerontologist and professional dominatrix—to dismantle old myths and open up bold new pathways to pleasure, power, and confidence. From an unforgettable field trip to a dungeon to surprising parallels between kink dynamics and the way many of us move through daily life, this conversation will change the way you think about desire at every age.

Tune in to expand your ideas of what is possible and pleasurable!

Reach Dr. Nicole at:

https://www.integrativeaging.com/

https://www.integrativeaging.com/mini-workbook

https://www.integrativeaging.com/InfluenceDomme

https://www.instagram.com/drnicolemarcione/

If you’ve ever felt like age, stress, or old stories about sex have dimmed your spark, you’re not alone.

My new self-paced course⁠⁠ is designed to help you rediscover your power, confidence, and pleasure at any stage of life. Whether you’re partnered or solo, you’ll learn what your body and brain need to feel turned on. This is a private, flexible way to explore desire, release obstacles, and reconnect with your most vibrant, sexual self — completely on your own terms. ⁠⁠⁠

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#SexAndAging #PleasureProjectPodcast #OwnYourDesire

Welcome to Season 4! 💥

In this solo episode Dr. Jenn dives into one of her core, guiding ideas: “I’m with you." She notes , "When couples come to me for sex therapy, they often come in saying they want more sex—they want the desire, attention, or physical gratification they get from the act. But more often than not, what they truly want is intimacy. "

Communicating I'm with you offers a felt sense of belonging, support, witnessing and nonjudgmental love. More and more couples are feeling disconnected—and in this episode, Dr. Jenn addresses how to find our way back together. She shares personal stories, real-life struggles, recent studies, and practical tools to help you and your partner re-establish or, perhaps, experience connection, intimacy, and presence for the first time.

Let’s figure this out together. 💜

If you and your partner have ever felt that spark fade or struggled to stay connected, you’re not alone.

My new self-paced course⁠⁠⁠ is designed to help you understand what your body — and brain — really need to feel desire and stay present in intimacy. Whether you’re exploring solo or with a partner, this private, flexible program gives you the tools to clear obstacles, reignite passion, and truly reconnect.

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#SexAndRelationships #CouplesTherapy #IntimacyMatters #ThePleasureProject

Curious about what really happens to your sex life during perimenopause and beyond?

In this episode, I sit down with endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard to unpack what’s going on inside your body — from hormones to blood flow, from estrogen to testosterone, and how it all impacts desire, arousal, and pleasure. We talk about vaginal atrophy (yes, it’s a thing), pelvic health, and the real changes that happen as you move through this stage of life.

Dr. Goddard breaks down the science in a way that feels clear and approachable, while also naming the emotional and relational side of these changes. We explore not just what’s happening physically, but also how to advocate for your sexual health, navigate conversations with your partner or doctor, and keep pleasure at the center of your experience—even when your body feels different than it used to.

Whether you’re approaching menopause, in the thick of it, or just want to understand your body better, this grounded, insightful conversation will help you feel informed, empowered, and a whole lot less alone.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your pleasure or unsure how to unlock your desire, you’re not alone.My new ⁠⁠self-paced course⁠⁠ is here to help you understand what your body — and brain — actually need to feel turned on. Whether you’re partnered or solo, this is a private, flexible way to explore desire, clear obstacles, and reconnect with your sexual self — on your own terms.

⁠⁠⁠Buy Now!

Reach Dr. Gillian at:

Instagram: @gillianmgoddard

https://savvypatient.substack.com/

https://parentdata.org/keep-sex-drive-up-during-menopause/ https://parentdata.org/testosterone-treatment-perimenopause/

#Perimenopause #MenopauseSupport #MidlifeSex #SexualHealth #HormonesAndHealth #PerimenopauseRelief #MenopauseWellness #SexDrive #MidlifeWellness #PleasureProjectPodcast #DrJennKennedy #WomensHealth #MidlifeMatters #MenopauseAwareness #SexPositive

Wondering what it’s like to attend a retreat focused on sexual pleasure, body awareness and opening up in deeper way?

I sat down with Pamela Madsen, who’s been running Back to the Body retreats for 15 years — a space devoted to helping women reclaim sexual pleasure on their own terms. We dive into what it really means to tune into your body beyond just sex: understanding your physical, emotional, and psychological needs.

Pamela shares how women from their 40s to 80s come to explore desire, pleasure, and self-discovery in a week-long retreat that changes everything. We talk about how this kind of deep, body-centered work can shift your relationship to orgasm and pleasure at any age.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to prioritize your own sexual satisfaction, this grounded, honest conversation is for you.

Reach Pamela at:

https://backtothebody.org/

Intsagram: @thepamelamadsen & @backtothebodyorg

Book: Shameless: How I Ditched the Diet, Got Naked, Found True Pleasure...and Somehow Got Home in Time To Cook Dinner

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your pleasure or unsure how to unlock your desire, you’re not alone.

My new ⁠⁠⁠self-paced course⁠⁠⁠ is here to help you understand what your body — and brain — actually need to feel turned on. Whether you’re partnered or solo, this is a private, flexible way to explore desire, clear obstacles, and reconnect with your sexual self — on your own terms.

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#sexualwellness #orgasm #womenshealth #pleasure #sextherapy #bodyawareness #sexpositive

Intimacy and sex are not one and the same—and knowing the difference can shift everything in your relationships. Both are valuable, but they serve different needs.

This episode invites you to reflect: What does sexuality mean to you? When do you choose to engage sexually, and when do you seek emotional closeness instead? How do you let others in, and what role does intimacy play in your erotic life?

Whether you're partnered or solo, this is a space to get curious—not judgmental—about the way you connect to your body, your desire, and the people you love.

You’re not alone if sex feels confusing sometimes. And you’re not broken.

If intimacy, aging, or life transitions have complicated your sex life, you're not broken.

My new ⁠⁠⁠self-paced course⁠⁠⁠ is here to help. Designed for women, it’s a private, flexible program to help you understand your desire, reconnect with your body, and explore what actually turns you on—without pressure.

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#SexTherapy #IntimacyMatters #Desire #EroticWellness #Relationships #SexEdForAdults #ConsciousSexuality #PleasureIsHealing #PodcastForWomen #DrJennKennedy #SexAndRelationships

Have you ever thought about what it means to have sex — completely sober — for the rest of your life?

In this episode, Dr. Jenn sits down with Kim Litton, LCSW CSAT, to unpack sex and intimacy in recovery.

Together, they explore how sobriety impacts dating, long-term relationships, and what it takes to navigate pleasure, connection, and communication without substances. Whether you’re in recovery yourself or love someone who is, this conversation offers a clear, clinical look at what gets in the way — and how to build healthy, satisfying intimacy while staying sober.

Tune in to learn why sober sex is a whole different ballgame — and how to do it well. ⚾️

Reach Kim at:

https://klcounseling.com/

https://www.seekingselfworkshop.com/

IG and FB: @klcounseling

Tik Tok: @kimlittonlcswcsat

If sobriety, recovery, or past substance use have made sex and intimacy feel complicated, you’re not alone.

My new ⁠⁠self-paced course⁠⁠ is here to help.

It offers a private, flexible way to understand what your body — and brain — actually need to feel turned on without relying on substances. Whether you’re partnered or solo, this is your chance to explore desire, rebuild connection, and get comfortable with sober pleasure — on your own terms.

⁠⁠Buy Now!

#Sobriety #SoberSex #Intimacy #Recovery #SexTherapy #Relationships #AddictionRecovery

Without Sleep, You Can’t Regulate
I got a coveted hour with Dr. Jessica Payne, a neuroscientist, who studies sleep, to ask all the questions you've probably wondered about but never had the chance to explore. We get into what the brain actually does during sleep and dreaming, how exercise, caffeine, alcohol, and sex affect your rest, and why good sleep matters for your relationship.

Dr. Payne tells me, “It’s hard to draw on resources for empathy or connection when people are not rested.” This directly affects the couples we see in therapy. They cannot be their best selves when they are sleep deprived. Dr. Payne will tell you how much sleep is recommended and detail the various types of sleepers. In this episode, you’ll hear a grounded, science-backed conversation on how to care of your brain, improve your sleep, and better understand your body—especially in bed.

If stress, exhaustion, or life transitions have disrupted your desire or connection, you're not alone.

My new ⁠self-paced course⁠ is here to help.

It offers a private, flexible way to understand what your body—and brain—actually need to feel turned on. Whether you're partnered or solo, this is a chance to explore your erotic self without pressure, on your own terms.

⁠BUY NOW

Reach Jess at:

https://www.brainbasedleader.org

https://www.jessicadpayne.com

https://samlab.nd.edu

Free Giveaway: Download Your Quick-Guide — The Brain on Sleep, Stress, & Connection

A bonus from Dr. Jessica Payne with science-backed tips for better sleep, less stress, and deeper connection.

#sleepandsex #brainhealth #neuroscience #relationships #sleepwell #sextherapy #coupleshealth #podcastconversation #intimacyandwellness