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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Bonk
The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex
Book • 2008
In 'Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex', Mary Roach delves into the complex and often humorous world of sexual science.
The book addresses various intriguing questions such as whether one can think themselves to orgasm, why Viagra is less effective for women, and whether a dead man can sustain an erection.
Roach combines fascinating anecdotes with scientific insights, discussing historical accounts, social stigmas, and modern research in the field of human sexuality.
Her unique approach makes the book both entertaining and educational, challenging conventional notions and encouraging open discussions about sex.
The book addresses various intriguing questions such as whether one can think themselves to orgasm, why Viagra is less effective for women, and whether a dead man can sustain an erection.
Roach combines fascinating anecdotes with scientific insights, discussing historical accounts, social stigmas, and modern research in the field of human sexuality.
Her unique approach makes the book both entertaining and educational, challenging conventional notions and encouraging open discussions about sex.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Mentioned as one of 

's books about science and unusual topics.


Mary Roach

44 snips
Human Technomorphology (SWAPPING OUT BODY PARTS) with Mary Roach
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as a book that changed his understanding of female anatomy and pleasure.

Luke Cook

17 snips
460: The Truth About Protein Powders, Red Dye 3, and Fluoridated Water | Luke Cook
Mentioned by 

as one of the books authored by 

.


Sean Carroll


Mary Roach

328 | Mary Roach on Replacing Parts of Our Bodies
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as one of 

's books.

Kelly Weinersmith


Mary Roach

When animals break the law (featuring Mary Roach)
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as one of her many books he enjoyed.


Spencer Greenberg

Exploring sex science and pseudo-science (with Mary Roach)
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as one of 

's incredible science books.

Dylan Thuras


Mary Roach

A Tour of Human Anatomy With Mary Roach
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and 

as a real Mary Roach book.


Joumana Khatib


Gilbert Cruz

17 Nonfiction Books We’re Looking Forward to This Fall
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as one of 

's previous books.

Mina Kim


Mary Roach

Mary Roach: You’re More Replaceable Than You Know
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when introducing 

as the author.


Gilbert Cruz


Mary Roach

Mary Roach Loves Writing About Weird Science
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when discussing her book Bonk, which is about sex.


Mary Roach

Mary Roach on Disgust, Death, and Danger (Live at Mason)