Sex Advice for Seniors Podcast
Everything you need to know to have a thriving, nourishing sex life as you age—whatever that means for you. Suzanne Noble is over sixty, sexually experienced and honest. She discusses her own experience and—as a woman in her sixties—brings years of sex and intimacy to reflect on in a witty, open and enthusiastic way. The series is dedicated to helping older people find their way to a healthy and enjoyable sex life. Whether you are just starting out with a new partner or continuing with an old one, there's sure to be something new here for you.
Episodes
Why Long-Term Couples Drift Apart—and the Simple Habit That Brings Them Back
Most couples say their relationship is their top priority—but their time, energy, and attention often tell a different story.In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I’m joined by relationship coach and Relational Life Therapy practitioner Monica Tanner to explore what really keeps long-term couples connected, emotionally and sexually, well into their 60s, 70s, and beyond.We dive into Monica’s s
Would You Let an AI Sex Toy Learn Your Desire?
In this lively conversation with Dr. Trina Read, a globally recognised sexologist, author, and one of the “most trusted voices on long-term intimacy,” we discuss the new wave of sex toys, namely those created by a company called Tracey’s Dog, which is “beta-ing” a toy called Drill Me. Yes, you read that correctly.A company that sounds like it should be making pet products, which is what it origina
Live with Suzanne Noble w/ Amara Charles - Your body isn’t broken — it’s just done performing.
The wonderful Amara Charles and I talk about how to design your sexual life as you age. How to experience pleasure, and what if an ageing body isn’t broken, but is simply done performing?Can later life sex become freer, wiser, more playful and more intimate than the sex we had when we were younger? Listen and find out!Go to amaracharles.com to learn more about Amara’s work.Subscriber to Sex Advice
The Hidden Habits Destroying Men's Erections | ft. Tom Jenkins
He was 22, drunk, and couldn't get an erection. That night followed him for the next decade.In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, Tom Jenkins, author of The Drunk Gambler with Erectile Dysfunction, joins me for one of the most honest conversations I've had about ED. We get into addiction, performance anxiety, why Cialis wasn't the answer, and the lifestyle overhaul that actually worked. Tom's
Live with Suzanne Noble and Ken Schafer - Uncovering the Root Cause of Erectile Dysfunction
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Live with Suzanne Noble and Joli Hamilton PhD - Understanding Jealousy
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The Truth About Modern Love Nobody Talks About | ft. Scot McKay
Everyone I know my age has a theory about why dating got so grim. My guest this week has a different one, and it stung a little.Scot McKay has coached men and women through dating for twenty years, and in all that time, I’d never once interviewed a male dating coach. He’s blunt, a bit contrarian, and he made a case I wasn’t expecting.If you’re struggling with unreliable erections, check out my new
Live with Suzanne Noble and Marie Morice of the Pleasure Atelier - Using Self Pleasure to Overcome Menopausal Symptoms
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Why Gay Men Struggle to Find True Love (And Nobody Talks About Why)
The most romantic gay dating story I’ve heard all year involves a popped tire, a mechanic, and a 70-year-old man on his way to a first date.This week on Sex Advice for Seniors, I sat down with Anthony Canapi, CEO of Best Man Matchmaking, the only US matchmaker working exclusively with gay men. He’s also a psychotherapist, which matters more than you’d think when the people coming to him are 60, 70
Live with Suzanne Noble (Sex Advice for Seniors) and Jillian Amodio (Sex Therapist & Educator)
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Why Women Feel Completely Different After Menopause | Tanya Leake
Two things can be true at the same time. I am grateful to be alive long enough to go through menopause. I am also furious about how little we are told about what happens to our genitals as we age.This week on Sex Advice for Seniors, after nearly 200 episodes, I finally said the words “clitoral atrophy” out loud. Mindset and lifestyle coach Tanya Leake joined me to walk through what actually happen
Live with Suzanne Noble (Sex Advice for Seniors) and Juliette LaMontagne (Touch me There)
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Live with Suzanne Noble and Indigo Stray Cougar talk about non-monogamy in later life
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The Truth about Sex we were Rarely Taught
Many men who grew up in conservative households never received a sex education. Instead, they got silence, or shame, or a marriage arranged before they knew what desire even was. That silence can follow them for decades.This week on Sex Advice for Seniors, I talk to Joe Bains, a London-based biohacker and tantra practitioner, about what seven years at a tantra school taught him about intimacy, org
Live with Suzanne Noble with Dr. Gilda Carle talking dating over 60
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Live with Suzanne Noble with Erika Shershun
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How to Turn around your Sex Life in 6 Weeks
Most couples dealing with erectile dysfunction have no idea what else to do. So they rely on pills, which turns sex into a performance. Nobody’s having pleasure. They’re just trying to recreate what worked when they were 17.This week on Sex Advice for Seniors, I talk to Amy Color, intimacy and relationship coach with 20 years of experience, about why couples therapy so often makes things worse, wh
The Side Effect of Prostate Surgery Nobody Prepares Men For
There’s a side effect of prostate cancer surgery that almost no one warns men about – until it hits them in the bedroom. I’ve had more than one partner discover something was seriously wrong only after they lost their erections, and I’ve since learned they’re far from alone.This week on Sex Advice for Seniors, I talk to Jon Plate from Nordic Stem Cells about what he calls the “silent aftershock” o
Live with Suzanne Noble & Avivah Wittenberg-Cox talk Love and Relationships in Later Life
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Desire Doesn't Retire: The Secret Sex Lives of People Over 60
There’s no cut-off point when it comes to understanding what you like in bed as my guest on this week’s podcast, Kathy Kay, discovered. Kathy is, for those who know their podcasters, the wildly successful New York based host of the Strictly Anonymous podcast and what a treat it was to have her come on Sex Advice for Seniors.Over 11 years, she has been collecting anonymous sexual confessions. Over
Live with Suzanne Noble (Sex Advice for Seniors) and Austin Cresap
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He Does Five Girth Fills a Day. Here's What Older Men Actually Want.
Ever wondered why some men in their 60s and 70s are secretly upgrading their cocks for bigger, harder confidence? Yup, it’s a thing. This episode features Chris Bustamante, known online as Injector Chris, a New York nurse practitioner who’s made a name helping men look and feel better below the belt. He’s down to earth, straight talking and not shy about the fact that for lots of men size matters
Live with Suzanne Noble (Sex Advice for Seniors) and Suzannah Weiss
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Getting Naked Is the Fastest Way to Stop Hating Your Body
Have you ever turned down a pool party because you didn’t want to be seen in a swimsuit? Avoided intimacy because you couldn’t stop thinking about your body? Junie Moon spent decades doing exactly that.Junie is a love coach who works primarily with women in the second half of life. She helps them navigate dating, starting over, and learning to want themselves again. But before she could do any of
Chris (Nomads 50+) and Suzanne Noble (Sex Advice For Seniors) go LIVE
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The Uncomfortable Truth About Senior Dating Nobody in the Industry Will Say Out Loud
Walk into an AARP event expecting walkers and wheelchairs. Leave rethinking everything you thought you knew about senior dating. That was Dr. Gilda Carle’s experience, and she has never looked at this age group the same way since.Gilda spent eight years as a columnist and spokesperson for Match.com, writing the widely read Ask Dr. Gilda column. When the company sent her to a Washington DC event fo
Stop Blaming. Start Feeling. Why One Small Language Shift Changes Everything.
Most couples have their story memorised. When they met, what went wrong, why things aren’t what they used to be. They’ve told it so many times it feels like a fact.And that’s the problem.Dr. Dan Sneider is a couples therapist and the founder of IntimacyShift.com. He works with two distinct groups of older people: couples who’ve been together for decades, and people starting over in their 50s and 6
The Hormone Your Body Has But Can't Use (And What Changes When You Fix That)
There’s a version of male ageing that’s become so familiar we’ve stopped questioning it. Energy drops. Interest fades. The man who used to be the life of the party just… stops showing up. His partner wonders where he went. He probably wonders too.Dan Leach hears this story constantly.Dan runs Valens Health, a UK-based hormone optimisation clinic focused on men’s health, though as our conversation
Permission at 70: Sex, Silence, and Starting Again
You’re not past it. You may even be approaching your peak.A psychiatrist just told me that women tend to reach their highest sexual satisfaction at 64. I’m 64. And I cannot tell you how many times I’ve heard the opposite message, that desire fades, that this is the time to wind down, that the body just stops cooperating.Dr. Shila Patel has been listening to patients talk about sex, relationships,
Extended Massive Orgasms with Steve Bodansky
In this episode, I unpack my long-held scepticism about so‑called “orgasm techniques” and the pressure on women to climax in multiple ways. Then I speak to Steve Bodansky, co‑creator of Extended Massive Orgasm (EMO), a practice focused on clitoral stimulation, deep relaxation, and “peaking” (edging) to prolong pleasure.We explore how extended orgasm works, why relaxation matters more than effort,
Recovering from Infidelity after 50: What nobody tells you about Betrayal
Can a marriage survive infidelity?This week I spoke with Renelle Nelson, a licensed marriage and family therapist who’s spent 11 years specialising in affair recovery. She helps couples rebuild after betrayal, when everything’s shattered and nobody knows where to start.Turns out infidelity isn’t just sex outside the marriage. It’s anytime you go outside your relationship to get pleasure that shoul
Why Dating Apps Fail Older LGBTQ Singles—and What a Matchmaker Does Instead
Ever wondered what it’s like to hire a matchmaker?This week I spoke with Tammy Shaklee, a heterosexual woman who specialises in matching LGBTQ+ clients over 50. She’s spent 14 years helping gay and lesbian singles find serious relationships.It goes without saying, I was curious to hear how she got her start. Turns out, after her divorce, Tammy hired a matchmaker and met her husband. Years later, a
The Simple Practice That Brought Intimacy Back After 20 Years
If you’ve been in a long-term relationship for years (or decades), there’s a good chance this sentence will feel uncomfortably familiar: “We haven’t had sex in years, and I don’t know how to fix it.”That’s exactly why this week’s episode of Sex Advice for Seniors hits such a very familiar nerve for me, because it speaks to my own experience.My guest, Elana Auerbach, didn’t come on the podcast with
The Lie Women Were Taught About Sex and Marriage
What do we learn about sex when no one talks about pleasure?In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, clinical psychologist Dr. La Keita Carter (Dr. L) joined me for a powerful, honest conversation about sex, silence, and the myths surrounding women of colour and intimacy. We explore how cultural messages, shame, and generational “don’t bring a baby into this house” rules shape sexual desire, rel
Magnificent Sex in Later Life: Why Aging Can Be Your Erotic Awakening
I’m a big believer that we can receive good advice from anyone, regardless of their age. Emma Shandy Anway is a West Coast-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specialises in relational and sex therapy. Although in her mid thirties, she has extensive experience working with couples aged 50+ and, during this episode, we discussed her work specifically with those aged 70+. Having chatted
Promote your Substack like a Publicist with Substack Bestseller and ex Publicist, Suzanne Noble
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Desire Never Retires: Vulnerability, Sex, and the Best Love of a Lifetime
As soon as I saw Dr. Nikki Monti’s photo, an older woman with her streak of blue in her dark hair, I thought, we’re going to get along. A psychotherapist, who also calls herself a ‘thought healer,’ Nikki has appeared on a variety of high profile TV shows such as Keeping up with the Kardashians and recently published a memoir, ‘The Divine Traumedy of Nicki Joy: A True Grime Tale.’ This is a woman w
Enhancing Intimacy: A Guide to Erection Dynamics
As we age, the complexities of love and intimacy evolve, often leading to challenges that can impact our relationships. In this episode of “Sex Advice for Seniors,” I engaged in a candid conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Karen Stewart, exploring the intersection of mental health, retirement, and sexual relationships among older adults. One of the key themes we discussed was the profound
Breaking the Silence: Women's Pain and Pleasure
In this conversation, I speak with psychotherapist and sexologist Suzannah Weiss about women’s sexual health, the challenges we face, and why it’s so important for us to advocate for our own needs. We discuss her book Eve’s Blessing, which explores how pain has been normalised in women’s lives and why healthcare systems need to respond more effectively. We also talk about empowerment, objectificat
Navigating Relationship Dynamics in Modern Love
Today on Sex Advice for Seniors, I’m speaking with Dr. Tammy Nelson, a sex and relationship expert, psychotherapist, author, and host of The Trouble with Sex. Tammy joins me from Los Angeles to talk about her book Open Monogamy, a title that grabbed me immediately. We explore what “open” and “monogamy” can mean today, why relationship agreements are no longer one‑size‑fits‑all, and how couples can
Still Getting Real: Dr. Susan Campbell on Love and Sex in Your 80s
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Dr. Susan Campbell—psychologist, relationship coach, and author of Getting Real, The Couple’s Journey, From Triggered to Tranquil, and many more. Susan is in her 80s and in a loving relationship with a partner also in his 80s, and we had an open and wonderfully honest discussion about what sex, intimacy,
Replanting Desire: How to Grow an Authentic Sex Life in Midlife and Beyond
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had a blast talking with Lauren Elise Rogers, a certified holistic sexuality educator and embodied intimacy coach based in West Virginia. Lauren introduced me to a fascinating idea she calls weeding our sexual gardens—a powerful metaphor for examining and removing outdated sexual beliefs that no longer serve us. Through her gentle guidance, she led me
From Silence to Satisfaction: Talking Sex and Midlife Empowerment
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I sit down with writer Angela Burk, author of The Real Girl’s Guide to Over 55s. Angela and I first connected on Substack, and it was great to finally chat about her journey as both a writer and a woman redefining life after 50. She told me how the idea for her book actually began decades ago, when she was 35, and how rediscovering those old notes after r
Reclaiming Pleasure: Aging, Advocacy, and Intersectional Sexual Justice
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I sat down with Marie Morice, whom I have met in real life! She’s a clinical sexologist and advocate for sexual health, and we spoke about the importance of sexual justice and its intersection with ageing, pleasure, and health. With World Sexual Health Day as a backdrop, we explore the theme of sexual justice—ensuring everyone, regardless of age, gender,
From Style to Sensuality: Sarah Ward on Reclaiming Pleasure and Shedding Shame
Sarah Ward helps people get undressed — literally and emotionally.As a Certified Sexologist and Somatic Sex Coach, she guides clients to reconnect with their bodies, reclaim their pleasure, and shed shame rooted in religious and cultural conditioning.Before this, Sarah spent a decade as a wardrobe stylist and art director, with over 5,000+ photo shoots under her belt, to help clients feel confiden
Redefining Intimacy: Sex, Ageing, and Emotional Connection
In this enlightening episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I am joined by Dr. Rebecca Lahann, a licensed psychologist and certified sex therapist, to discuss the multiple challenges that older people experience in their quest for pleasurable sex, from physical limitations and hormonal shifts to the impact of medications. Dr. Lahan shares her insights on fostering emotional connection, adapting to phy
Reclaiming Women’s Pleasure: Tackling Low Libido and Sexual Health with Michelle Jermy
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I welcome back Michelle Jermy, psychotherapist and founder of The Yoni Therapist, to discuss her groundbreaking work on women’s sexual health, low libido, and the often-overlooked relational aspects of desire.Michelle shares her mission to help clinicians and patients better address issues like low libido, pain during penetration, and the pressures many w
The Intersection of ADHD and Intimacy: Insights from Sabrina Baldini
In this week’s episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I sat down with Sabrina Baldini, a TED speaker, sex educator, and self-proclaimed “geriatric millennial,” to explore how ADHD impacts sex, relationships, and intimacy. As someone diagnosed with ADHD herself, Sabrina provided fascinating insights into how neurodivergence shapes sexual behavior and emotional dynamics. And, if you’ve ever wondered whe
Breaking Taboos: Exploring Pegging and Pleasure with Luna Matata
On this week’s episode, I covered a topic I’ve never covered before: pegging. So strap onto your strap-on, this is going to be an out there ride! Joining me was Luna Matatas, a Toronto-based sex and pleasure educator with 15+ years of experience in kink, anal play, and Femdom. Luna’s expertise and humour made this conversation both fun and very spicy.Pegging, in simple terms, is when a cisgender w
Menopause, Misdiagnosis, and Modern Solutions: A Conversation with Dr. Shirin Lakhani
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Shirin Lakhani, a GP, trained aesthetic technician, and founder of Elite Aesthetics, whom I first encountered during a preview for an upcoming Menopause Event called Pause and met in person this past weekend!Our conversation explored the often-overlooked topic of sexual health and intimacy as we age, a subject on whi
Love Me: How Exploring Intimacy Transformed Marianne's Life
Marianne Power is the author of Love Me, a book chronicling her journey to reclaim her sexuality and confidence through exploring tantra and workshops on intimacy. Marianne shares her initial hesitation when first invited to a tantra retreat, describing it as terrifying, especially given her Irish Catholic upbringing and years of feeling disconnected from her sexuality. However, curiosity and a de
Touch Me There: Rediscovering Intimacy, Power, and Purpose in Midlife
On this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the pleasure of talking with Juliette LaMontagne, the creator of the Substack newsletter Touch Me There: Reclaiming Desire, Power, and Purpose in Midlife. Juliette shared her inspiring journey of rediscovering intimacy and connection in her long-term marriage after years of estrangement, using a transformative framework called the Wheel of Consent.
Bridging Desire Gaps: How to Reignite Intimacy After 50
On this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the pleasure of chatting with Susan Morgan Taylor, a somatic sex therapist from beautiful North Carolina. Susan works with couples to help them reconnect with their bodies and each other, using somatic methods to explore desire and intimacy. If you’ve ever wondered how to reignite the spark or expand your idea of pleasure, this episode will inspire
Taming Jealousy: How to Navigate Big Feelings and Build Better Relationships
On this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Joli Hamilton, a jealousy expert who’s spent twelve years unraveling the messy, powerful, and often uncomfortable emotion of jealousy, especially in relationships. If you want to know everything there is to know about jealousy, Joli is your woman!We dove into why jealousy can feel so unbearable, how it’s hardwired i
The RV Trip that Led to a Relationship Reboot
Have you ever thought about packing it all in - giving up your home and hitting the road with no long terms plans in sight? Recently I’ve met a few people, in their 40s and above, who have done this, adopting the nomad lifestyle. One is my friend, whom I met when he came to live with me for three months, which has become an annual occurrence, Kevin Sessums.A woman whom I met via a Lovehoney campai
Overcoming Religious Sexual Trauma
This week’s conversation is with Lucy Rowett, a sexologist who works with women who struggle with shame around their sexuality, especially those who come from a religious background that did not recognise a woman’s right to experience sexual pleasure.Together we unravel the intricate layers of shame surrounding sexuality, especially for women and vulva owners. Discover how faith backgrounds shape
The Intersection of Prostate Cancer and Sexual Function
Join me, Suzanne Noble, as I chat with the brilliant Dr. Pete Tsambarlis, an associate professor of urology at Northwestern University, who knows more about prostates than most of us know about our morning coffee! Dr. Tsambarlis was introduced to me by a patient of his, fellow Substacker Bob Mizek-Menopause for men, so I knew we were going to have a fascinating conversation around importance of un
Breaking Taboos: Sex and Dating in Midlife
It’s always fun to talk to a fellow podcaster, especially someone like Karen Bigman, the host of the podcast Taboo to Truth: Life and Sex After 50. Karen is a certified sexuality educator and menopause sex and relationship coach, and she’s on a mission to help women over 50 embrace their sexuality and pleasure without shame.Karen shared her incredible journey of self-discovery, which began after h
Rediscovering Pleasure: Sexual Authenticity and Kink in Later Life
Galen is one of the few guests I’ve met in real life when he came, briefly, to London and I caught up with him in at a pub in Islington for a drink and a chat. As one of my older guests, in his seventies, I enjoy hearing his unique perspective about sexuality, informed by his decades of experience working with clients especially around kink and sexual shame. As an aside, he cites himself on his we
Sexual Pleasure and Disability
In this episode of "Sex Advice for Seniors," I’m thrilled to welcome back a remarkable advocate for the sexual rights of disabled individuals. The last time we spoke, Maria Cyndi had recently launched an Instagram channel and a Substack. Unfortunately, she felt compelled to shut them down after facing harassment and unwanted attention from individuals fetishizing her disability. However, she has n
Use it or You'll Lose It
Around the same time my Advantages of Age colleague Rose Rouse and I were herding together amazing women for our Fabulous & Flamboyant Bus Tour, another trailblazer, Maryjane Fahey was kicking off her own movement called Glorious Broads. Armed with equal parts chutzpah and charm, she prowled the streets of New York, boldly and brazenly stopping any woman who looked remotely interesting. Her missio
Tantra, Unreliable Erections, and Rediscovering Yourself After 50
This week, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Dakini Leah, founder of Living in Tantra and a true ray of sunshine from Grand Junction, Colorado (even if she admits she misses tea with clotted cream).We dove headfirst into the world of Tantra—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s definitely not just about long orgasms or bizarre religious rituals, thanks in no small part, to its associa
Exploring Late Love: Relationships After 50
On this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, author of Late Love: Mating in Maturity. We dove into everything from relationships after 50, to why women are leading the "gray divorce" trend, to the surprising ways men and women experience this stage of life differently. This stage of life—what Avivah calls Q3—isn’t abou
Revolutionising Men's Health: The Phoenix Device
When I first heard about The Phoenix, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. The name alone conjures images of grandeur—something mythical, rising from the ashes. Turns out, that’s pretty fitting. It’s a device designed to breathe new life into men’s sexual health, and Dustin Wolff, the co-founder of Launch Medical, joined me to explain how it all works.Dustin is one of those people you warm to im
Navigating Menopause: A Guide to Sexual Health
I’ve known Sam Evans, owner of sexual pleasure shop JoDivine.com for nearly 20 years, back to when she first launched her shop with her husband, and gifted me a toy to try out and review on my first blog, suzanneportnoy.com.Since then, Sam has become a popular spokesperson on social media, advocating for women’s sexual health, especially during one’s menopausal years. As a former nurse, she has mo
Why our Partner(s) may Resemble our Parents
Imago Relationship Theory claims we all have a mental "dating app" in our subconscious where the algorithm is secretly set to "parental lookalike mode."Essentially, we swipe right on people who remind us of our parents—because why not add a sprinkle of childhood trauma to the romance cocktail, right? Shan Marchant is a couples therapist and relationship expert, who you might recognise from the BBC
Non-Verbal and Creative Approaches to Intimacy
Austin Cresap is therapist specialising in sex therapy and sex education in Seattle, Washington, and Hawaii.In this conversation, she shared some fantastic ideas and practical tips for making intimacy easier, more playful and that takes the pressure out of who initiates sex. She talked about using a secret signal, like a coffee cup, to indicate interest in intimacy. Austin also introduced the "No,
Putting Sex Toys to the Test
One of the perks of my job is having the opportunity to try out a multitude of sex toys, many of which made it into my booklet and the people behind their creation. Suki Dunham is the co-founder of OhMiBod, one of my sponsors, and is a pioneer in a predominantly male industry. During our conversation, we talk about her early days as a sex tech entrepreneur, the challenges of marketing sexual healt
Intimacy Issues - Understanding and Overcoming Barriers
Indigo Stray Conger has been a therapist since 2008 and has completed over a decade of therapeutic training. She is one of less than ten AASECT certified sex therapists at a supervisory level in the state of Colorado.During our conversation, we delve into what somatic psychotherapy entails and also the role of EMDR in trauma healing, and the challenges of intimacy in relationships.As we discuss,
Open Dialogue: Sex Advice For Seniors
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The Taboo of No Sex: A New Perspective
What happens when you’re no longer having sex in a relationship and is there a space for a different type of intimacy when sexual intercourse is no longer present in it.This is the topic I discussed with Leora Lightwoman, whom I have met previously, both on the show and in real life! As a tantric practitioner, Leora is familiar with meeting couples whom struggle with sexual desire but want to rema
What's all the Fuss about Pubic Hair
If you’re not a frequent TikTok user, you may have missed the buzz around the hashtag #bushtok, a lively debate about whether to embrace a full lady garden, opt for a Hollywood (take it all off), or go Brazilian (leave a small landing strip).Most of the women weighing in on this debate are younger, many of whom likely grew up in the shadow of pornography. Let’s be honest, unless you’re into vintag
Live with Lauren Streicher MD
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Pain Free Penetration
Once whispered about in hushed tones, the topic of painful penetration is finally finding its voice. It’s surprising, as well as alarming, how many women endure this struggle in silence, putting up with traditional sexual intercourse through gritted teeth, simply because it hurts too much.For older women, pain during penetration is often blamed on hormonal change but it’s not just about biology. T
The Male Menopause - One Man's Journey post Prostate Cancer
Bob Mizek-Menopause for men and I connected through Substack, where he’s been sharing his journey following prostate cancer surgery. His writing tackles the highs and lows of that experience including dealing with medical professionals of varying skill levels and learning to advocate for his own sexual health.What I truly admire about Bob is his raw honesty. He’s candid about the challenges he’s f
Keeping up with Co-Host Zoe Kors
In this episode, I reconnected with my former co-host, the wonderful Zoe Kors. Though we’ve never met in person, she feels like a kindred spirit, and I absolutely love her to bits!.It had been months since our last chat, but like old friends, the conversation flowed effortlessly. I was eager to catch up and hear what she’s been up to since we last recorded together, back when another former co-hos
The Wheel of Consent: A New Approach to Intimacy
What actually goes on when you attend a session with a sex therapist and what are some of the tools they use to try and help singles and couples to overcome their challenges around sex. After a hundred or more episodes, in which I suspect I have overlooked many of the practical aspects of sex therapy, I decided to use my conversation with Dr. Denise Renye to get into the nitty gritty of her profes
Interview with Ally Iseman
In this episode of Sex Advice for Seniors I had the pleasure of speaking with fellow Substacker Ally Iseman, a relationship coach and self-proclaimed non-monogamy nerd, about the nuances of ethical non-monogamy and its implications for older adults exploring new relationship dynamics. This is an area in which I’m too familiar, having been in several relationships, both serious and casual, in which
Interview with Anna Marti
I’m always intrigued by what inspires ‘sexperts’ to help others navigate the challenges within their sexual relationships. For many I’ve met, their journey into this field is often deeply personal, shaped by their own experiences and struggles.In this recent conversation, intimacy coach Anna Marti, whom I have met before, shared her path to becoming an intimacy coach. Her journey was profoundly in
What's your Genital Anatomy Type
It was great to welcome back Amara Charles to Sex Advice for Seniors, a relationship and sexual empowerment expert and best selling author of three books. I really love this woman - she has a wonderful calm energy about her and she positive lights up when she talks about her work.In this episode I was keen to delve into the practise of concept of Quodoushka, which represents the fusion of energies
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