MILFs are having a moment. Sexy moms have been a fixture in the popular media for decades, but they’ve never been more popular than they are now. So what’s behind the appeal of the MILF? And is all of the attention they’re receiving objectifying or empowering to women?  Today, we’re going to trace the history of hot moms in the popular media and explore the rise of the MILF. We’re also going to dive into season two of the popular dumpster fire of a television series known as MILF Manor (for a recap of season one, see episodes 223 and 224). My guest is Ashley Weller, a Human Sexuality and Health Psychology Professor at Chapman University in Southern California. She also has a podcast called What’s your Position which tackles issues surrounding sexuality, relationships, life, and love from a comedic yet educational point of view. Some of the specific topics we cover in this episode include: When did our cultural fascination with hot moms begin? What are the most common critiques of MILF portrayals in the media? How are broader changes in society and the social structure related to the rise in MILF popularity? How is season 2 of MILF Manor different from the first? How is MILF Manor changing the conversation about MILFs? You can find Ashley on Instagram and check out more of her work by visiting her Linktree. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  Xersizer is the world’s only FDA regulated hydropump and it provides a discreet and effective way to exercise an area of the body that’s neglected in the gym. To learn more and get a 20% discount off of your purchase, visit xersizer.com/SAP. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Reddit to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

Physical intimacy is one of the keys to maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships. But I’m not just talking about sex. Non-sexual physical intimacy is just as important, if not more so! In today’s show, we’re going to explore why touch is so powerful and tips for introducing more touch into your relationships. We’ll also discuss why, paradoxically, intimate partners often retreat from touch at the times they need it the most—and how to deal with this. I am joined once again by Chris Maxwell Rose and Charlotte Mia Rose, the co-creators of PleasureMechanics.com. They have devoted their lives to generating online resources to support folks in cultivating more erotic pleasure, joy, and connection. They also run a podcast called Speaking of Sex with the Pleasure Mechanics. Some of the specific questions we answer in this episode include: Why do we need touch, and why are so many of us “touch-starved?” How can we open the door to intimate touch when we feel stressed? How can lovers experience more affection and physical intimacy in their relationships? What are some things that people can do to become better at both giving and receiving touch? To learn more, sign up for the Pleasure Mechanics Erotic Touch Mastery course. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University has been a trusted source for scientific knowledge and research on critical issues in sexuality, gender, and reproduction for over 75 years. Learn about more research and upcoming events at kinseyinstitute.org or look for them on social media @kinseyinstitute. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Reddit to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

Learn tips and techniques for amazing oral sex, including debunking myths, dealing with roadblocks, enhancing the 69 position, managing sensory overload, and exploring authentic pleasure. Discover how enthusiasm enhances intimacy and relationships.

Dr. Barry Komisaruk, expert in brain during orgasms, discusses the science of orgasms. Topics: brain activity during orgasms, nipple-induced orgasms, multiple orgasms, and diverse ways people experience orgasms. Exploring pleasure-pain pathways, imagery-induced orgasms, thought-induced orgasms, and nerve sensations in non-genital areas.

Social media is increasingly where people are turning in order to learn about sexual health, from dealing with sex problems to coping with infertility. But is it giving us accurate information? Not so much. In today’s show, we’re going to tackle sexual health misinformation on TikTok and Instagram. We’re going to dive into what the science really says about popular sexual health claims on social media and talk about how to use these platforms in a more mindful way. I am joined once again by Dr. Justin Dubin, a Urologist who specializes in men’s health at Memorial Healthcare System in South Florida. Dr. Dubin is passionate about men’s health and education and is co-host of the podcast Man Up: A Doctor’s Guide to Men’s Health. Some of the topics we cover in this episode include: How can social media be helpful (and harmful) to our sexual health? Why do the most popular social media posts often contain the least accurate information? What are some common things people get wrong about infertility and sexual dysfunction on social media? What is “semen retention” and why is there so much bogus information about it on social media? How can we become more informed consumers of social media? You can learn more about Dr. Dubin’s work here. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  Xersizer is the world’s only FDA regulated hydropump and it provides a discreet and effective way to exercise an area of the body that’s neglected in the gym. To learn more and get a 20% discount off of your purchase, visit xersizer.com/SAP. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Reddit to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

Exploring the hype around men's testosterone levels, the podcast discusses the risks of low and high testosterone, ways to maintain healthy levels, and debunks the myth of masturbation boosting testosterone. Dr. Justin Dubin provides insights and tips for men's health.

The podcast discusses falling asleep during sex and premature orgasms in both men and women. Topics include reasons for these occurrences, impact on partners, distress caused, and techniques for managing them.

Dating and relationship expert, Marie Thouin, PhD, discusses the six pillars of mindful dating including clarifying your 'dating vision,' empowering self-concept, mindful swiping on dating apps, and effective communication for deeper connections. Learn how to approach dating intentionally and increase your chances of finding lasting happiness.

Marie Thouin, a dating and relationship coach, discusses compersion in non-monogamous relationships. Topics include learning to feel compersion, age's impact on compersion, and different approaches to cultivating compersion. The discussion explores the dynamics of compersion and its relation to sex and relationships.

Dr. Lisa Dawn Hamilton debunks sex myths like the G-spot, penis size, and peeing after sex. Discusses pubic hair grooming's impact on STI risk and men having multiple orgasms. Explores research on brain responses in monogamous vs. non-monogamous men and the development of kinks through conditioning.