Dr. Justin Lehmiller received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Purdue University. He is a Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute and author of the book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Dr. Lehmiller is an award-winning educator, having been honored three times with the Certificate of Teaching Excellence from Harvard University, where he taught for several years.
January 19, 2026 by Merissa Prine
Anal sex is often treated as a taboo topic, even for those who engage in it and, at times, amongst healthcare professionals. And this stigma has real consequences. Anal sex has been practiced for centuries, can be intensely pleasurable, and is common across genders and sexual orientations. Yet negative attitudes and silence around the topic...
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January 12, 2026 by Emily Mendelson
BDSM practitioners place a huge emphasis on consent and safety during their practices, and for good reason. Certain kink behaviors can pose great risk to someone’s health and well-being if...
Kink & BDSM, Safe Sex
January 5, 2026 by Merissa Prine
The New Year is often a time when people set intentions for self-improvement, whether it’s setting a new goal, changing an old habit, or strengthening relationships with important people in...
Dating & Relationships
December 24, 2025 by Emily Mendelson
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on some of the dating trends we saw this past year. We’re also discussing what these trends might mean for the dating...
Dating & Relationships
December 18, 2025 by Merissa Prine
Let’s be honest, almost everyone has found themselves scrambling for a last-minute holiday gift at some point. If you’re still searching for a memorable gift for your partner this year,...
Dating & Relationships, Potpourri
December 10, 2025 by Emily Mendelson
** Note: This post is sponsored by Firmtech. ** Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common sexual health issues experienced by men. [1] It becomes increasingly prevalent as...
Sex Ed
December 4, 2025 by Merissa Prine
As this year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on all of the incredible books we’ve covered on the podcast and blog in 2025. We have learned a ton about...
Books & Films
Discover what the largest survey of sexual fantasies in America tells us about the erotic mind – and how to have a healthier, hotter sex life.
Take a deep dive into the psychology of sex and relationships. This is the sex ed you never got in school – and won’t get anywhere else.
