Let’s Talk About Sex

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Jun 18, 2025

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Jolene Brighten

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Dr Rena D Malik

Join Dr. Rena Malik, a board-certified urologist, and Dr. Jolene Brighten, a clinical sexologist and endocrinologist, as they unravel the intricate connections between sexual health and overall well-being. They tackle the crucial role of the clitoris in female pleasure and the importance of pleasure-based sexual education. Discover how hormonal cycles influence desire and the health benefits of orgasms, while emphasizing the need for open communication in relationships to enhance intimacy and understanding.

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Clitoris Suppression in Education

The clitoris was historically omitted from major anatomy texts, reflecting a societal disconnect from female pleasure.
This omission contributes to widespread frustration and the persistent orgasm gap.

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Clitoris is Solely for Pleasure

The clitoris is homologous to the penis but serves only one function: pleasure.
Unlike the penis, it is solely dedicated to facilitating pleasure.

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Pleasure-Based Sex Education Benefits

Fear-based sexual education causes shame and disengagement from sex.
Pleasure-based education leads to delayed sexual activity, reduced STIs, and better experiences.

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Sex has long been regarded a taboo topic, but it’s actually an essential part of human health that can impact your life in a multitude of ways. Your sexual experiences and performance can shed light on your cardiovascular fitness, affect your mental health, and so much more. But sadly, there’s a lot of misunderstanding and lack of education when it comes to sexual health.

On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, I’m bringing you conversations from two powerhouse experts in the field of sexual wellness. Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified endocrinologist and clinical sexologist, and Dr. Rena Malik is a board-certified urologist and sexual health expert. You’re going to hear the latest science around pleasure, orgasms, and sexual function.

You’re going to discover how your sexual function can reflect what’s happening inside your body, how to give and get more pleasure, what the health benefits of orgasms are, and some anatomy lessons you probably didn’t get in your sex ed class. I hope you enjoy this compilation episode! In this episode you’ll discover:

Why education about women’s anatomy has been suppressed. (3:08)
The solitary function of the clitoris. (3:28)
An important distinction between fear-based sexual education and pleasure-based sexual education. (6:20)
Why parents should become sexual education experts in their homes. (10:44)
The best way to pleasure your partner. (14:05)
What arousal non-concordance is. (17:51)
Why orgasm requires mindfulness. (20:07)
How the sexual excitation and inhibition model works. (23:47)
The role and function of hormones during ovulation. (27:24)
What your sex life can tell you about your overall health. (35:08)
How the clitoris and penis are similar. (37:06)
The only organ that exists solely for pleasure. (39:16)
Why communication is essential for pleasure. (40:58)
What the g-spot is and how to stimulate it. (44:34)
The percentage of women that struggle with low libido. (47:33)
How sexual health affects mental health. (48:49)
The importance of prioritizing intimacy. (54:39)
The health benefits of orgasms. (57:42)
Why erectile dysfunction is on the rise, and the best ways to remedy it. (1:01:51)

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The Orgasm Gap & What You Should Have Learned in Sex Ed with Dr. Jolene Brighten - Listen to episode 669!
Real Sex, Sexual Dysfunction, Pleasure Principles with Dr. Rena Malik - Listen to episode 810!
Is This Normal? by Dr. Jolene Brighten - Read Dr. Brighten’s book!

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