

Pillow Talks
Vanessa & Xander Marin
Meet Vanessa and Xander Marin, your new BFF couple friends! She’s a sex therapist with 20 years of experience and he’s a regular dude. Together they’re the shockingly open, slightly nerdy, and seriously funny couple you want to grab sushi with. They share the ups and downs in their relationship while giving you step-by-step techniques for improving yours. Subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally do-able sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors, and so much more. It’s the sex education you WISH you’d had!
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Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 18min
Episode 132: Why We Started Making Out Every Night
Discover the viral video that sparked their fame, including why they make out every night before bed. Explore the challenges of maintaining this ritual in a long-term relationship and how it enhances emotional intimacy. Learn about finding enjoyment in planned activities and sponsored services. Address the role of physical intimacy in conflict resolution and the importance of open communication. Debunk misconceptions about blue balls and discuss the dynamics between men and women when discussing sensitive topics.

Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 16min
Episode 131: How Honest Is Too Honest?
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the fine line between being honest and being cruel in relationships. They share personal experiences and opinions on the topic of honesty, including situations involving crushes and discussing sensitive subjects with empathy. The hosts also explore the potential harm of being too honest, giving and receiving feedback in relationships, and the importance of open communication regarding engagement rings. They delve into attraction and preferences in relationships, navigating hurtful comments, and tease exclusive discounts and benefits for listeners.

Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 18min
Episode 130: The Bristle Reaction, Icky Initiation, And Bad Assumptions: 5 Surprising Lessons From Your Feedback About Our Book
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the surprising feedback they've received from readers of their best-selling book, including the impact it has had on relationships, the unhealthy dynamics caused by lack of communication and non-sexual touch, the importance of emotional intimacy, and the significance of open communication in sexual relationships.

Nov 9, 2023 • 49min
Episode 129: Do You Have Silent Sex? Here’s Why That’s A Problem
Today we’re talking about something we’ve never heard talked about openly… silent sex. Did you know that more than 50% of people regularly have sex where at least one partner is completely silent? This might not initially seem like a huge deal, but there are actually a number of drawbacks to having totally quiet sex. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down for you why you’re having silent sex, the benefits of making some noise in the bedroom, and some simple steps to help you get more comfortable with it! You’ll also learn the surprising truth about which gender in a male/female relationship is the quiet one… Links & Resources: Guide: Dirty Talk 101 (https://shop.vmtherapy.com/dt-101/) Guide: Modern Man’s Guide (https://shop.vmtherapy.com/modern-mans-guide/) Go to GreenChef.com/60pillow (http://GreenChef.com/60pillow) and use code 60pillow to get 60% off plus free shipping. Thanks Cozy Earth. CozyEarth.com (http://CozyEarth.com) and get up to 35% off when you use the code PILLOWTALKS

Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 4min
Episode 128: Sneaky Ways To Get Your Partner More Involved In Your Relationship
Do you wish your partner was more invested in your relationship? Do you find yourself wishing they would plan more date nights, spend less time on their phone and more time with you, or show you that they’re actively working on being a better partner? If so, you’re not alone. 70% of people are longing for a more involved partnership. We know — from personal experience — that getting your partner to be more active can feel challenging. Maybe you just don’t know how to start the conversation or how to phrase your request. Or maybe you asked, but your partner never followed through. Or maybe they even said “no”. Whatever the case may be, we’ll give you some sneaky yet effective ways to get your partner more invested in your relationship. Links & Resources: Challenge: The Connection Challenge (https://vmtherapy.com/connection/) If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally doable sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors and so much more. It's the sex education you wish you had! Go to Zocdoc.com/pillow (http://Zocdoc.com/pillow) and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor.

Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 12min
Episode 127: Ask Us Anything: Spilling Our Business Secrets
This week we’re bringing back one of your favorite series - Ask Us Anything. This time we’re doing the sex therapy business secrets edition! Let’s be real… business can sometimes be boring. So we asked our community to send in their nosiest questions. The questions they didn’t think we’d have the nerve to answer. We're pushing out of our comfort zone and answering questions like, do we ever get turned on while working? Have we ever regretted talking about something publicly? And do we ever have imposter syndrome? Tune in to hear us spill all our secrets! Links & Resources: Book: Sex Talks (https://sextalksbook.com/) Guide: Next Level Intercourse (https://shop.vmtherapy.com/next-level-intercourse/) Subscribe to our email list at vmtherapy.com/subscribe (https://vmtherapy.com/subscribe) If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally doable sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors and so much more. It's the sex education you wish you had! Thanks Dipsea. Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/pillow (http://DipseaStories.com/pillow). Thanks Babbel. Babbel.com/pillow (http://Babbel.com/pillow) for 55% off your subscription.

Oct 19, 2023 • 57min
Episode 126: Queefing, And Farting, And Squirting, Oh My! Bodily Functions In The Bedroom
Is it normal to notice a bad odor after intercourse? What about queefing? How the heck does everyone else manage clean-up after sex? In this episode, we’re talking about all the unexpected things we experience during sex, but that no one ever talks about openly! We’re giving you the run-down on the most embarrassing bodily functions, how to avoid them, what to do in the moment when they happen, and reassurance that these things are perfectly normal. And we even round it out with some hilarious stories from our listeners, so we can all stop feeling so embarrassed and alone! Links & Resources: Previous Episode: Episode 99: The Bristle Reaction: What It Is, How It Happens, And What You Can Do To Fix It (https://vmtherapy.com/episode99) Previous Episode: Episode 49: The Truth About Squirting (And Why Men Are Obsessed With It) (https://vmtherapy.com/episode49) Previous Episode: Episode 68: The Ultimate Butt Stuff Episode (https://vmtherapy.com/episode68) If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally doable sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors and so much more. It's the sex education you wish you had! Thanks Cozy Earth. CozyEarth.com (http://CozyEarth.com) and get up to 35% off when you use the code PILLOWTALKS

Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 2min
Episode 125: Am I The Asshole?
Today’s episode is inspired by the popular Reddit thread, Am I The Asshole? We’re giving you our hot takes on some of the trickiest situations submitted by our audience. Tune in for stories about faking orgasms for 24 years, forgetting your partner's birthday, and even unknowingly being someone's first time!
Grab your partner and join us for this entertaining episode that’s sure to get you debating right alongside us. Once you’re done listening, let us know your favorite story and whether or not you agree with our stance!
Links & Resources:
Guide: Next Level Intercourse (https://shop.vmtherapy.com/next-level-intercourse/)
Guide: Ultimate Foreplay Guides (https://shop.vmtherapy.com/foreplay-guides-2022/)
Guide: 👉 Butt Stuff 🍑 (only available inside of DEEPER)
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally doable sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors and so much more. It's the sex education you wish you had!
Go to GreenChef.com/60pillow (http://GreenChef.com/60pillow) and use code 60pillow to get 60% off plus free shipping.
Thanks Cozy Earth. CozyEarth.com (http://CozyEarth.com) and get up to 35% off when you use the code PILLOWTALKS
Check out the show notes at vmtherapy.com/episode125

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Oct 5, 2023 • 56min
Episode 124: Is Your Sex Life Too Boring?
Explore the anxiety about a boring sex life and learn 5 secrets to shift sex from ho-hum to mind-blowing. Discover the importance of emotional connection and vulnerability, as well as the value of effort in improving skills and hobbies. Approach sex with the mindset of a hobby and rediscover the importance of emotional and physical intimacy in relationships.

Sep 28, 2023 • 54min
Episode 123: A Parent’s Guide To Making Time For Sex And Intimacy
Whenever we ask parents what gets in the way of intimacy after kids, the most frequent answer we hear is time. As a parent, everything becomes about the kids, and it feels like there’s no space or energy for intimacy. But your partner and the love you share are special, and deserve your time. So let’s talk about how to create that. We asked the parents in our audience to share their best advice for other parents, and we've prepared a buffet of tips to support you on your journey to reconnect! Tune in and get ready to reignite the spark in your relationship, even amidst the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Links & Resources: Course: The Sex Challenge (http://vmtherapy.com/love/) If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your weekly double date full of totally doable sex tips, practical relationship advice, hilarious and honest stories of what really goes on behind closed bedroom doors and so much more. It's the sex education you wish you had! Thanks Cozy Earth. CozyEarth.com (http://CozyEarth.com) and get up to 35% off when you use the code PILLOWTALKS Check out the show notes at vmtherapy.com/episode123


