Welcome to Episode 412 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to have Suzannah Weiss with us today as we delve into her powerful new book, Subjectified. In this episode, we explore the book’s central themes, focusing on empowering women to reclaim their sexuality and self-determination. Suzannah also shares her personal journey of healing from an eating disorder, a struggle intricately linked to societal pressures around sexualization.

Suzannah Weiss is a writer and sexologist based in Los Angeles. She is the author of Subjectified: Becoming a Sexual Subject, which describes her search for sexual empowerment and her vision for a world where women are subjects, not just objects, of desire. She has written over 8800 articles, which have appeared in publications such as The New York Times and The Washington Post.

As a sex educator certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists, Suzannah has taught courses and given talks on topics including consent, orgasms, childbirth, non-monogamy, and neurodiversity. She is regularly quoted as an expert in publications like Cosmopolitan and Men's Health as resident sexologist for Biird and also works as a sex/love coach, birth doula, and sexual assault counselor.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Reflecting on ‘Subjectified’: A Discussion on Body and Identity

· How Societal Standards Influence Self-Perception and Self-Worth

· Reconnecting With and Celebrating the Body

· Examining the Male Gaze and Its Effect on Women’s Body Image

· Healing Through Self-Acceptance and Embracing Body Positivity

· Challenging and Redefining Harmful Beauty Norms

· Navigating Media’s Role in Shaping Self-Perception

· Embracing Authenticity in Personal Appearance Choices

· Advice for Nurturing Personal Sexual Empowerment

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Welcome to Episode 411 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m excited to have Dr. Avrum Weiss joining us today. Dr. Weiss is a psychologist, author, and speaker, known for his work on men's emotional experiences and fears in relationships, and his latest book, Hidden In Plain Sight: How Men’s Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships.

In this episode, we explore the complex and often misunderstood fears that heterosexual men experience in relationships, especially when it comes to showing vulnerability. Drawing from his background as a psychotherapist, Dr. Weiss shares how deeply these fears are rooted in early life and shaped by societal messages about masculinity.

We discuss everything from evolutionary influences and the role of early maternal attachment to the cultural pressures men face. Dr. Weiss offers practical strategies, including the value of men’s groups, to help foster emotional openness. We also look at how understanding these fears can create more empathy between partners and lead to stronger, more resilient relationships.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Insights From Dr. Weiss's Book

· The Roots of Men’s Fears in Relationships

· A Look at the Still Face Experiment

· Evolutionary Views on Male Vulnerability

· Concerns About Control and Abandonment

· How Masculinity is Culturally Reinforced

· Therapeutic Approaches and Support Groups

· Why Taking Risks and Embracing Vulnerability Matters

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Welcome to Episode 410 of the Sexology Podcast! I’m thrilled to be joined today by Dr. Elliot Justin, Founder and CEO of FirmTech. In this conversation, we explore Dr. Justin’s inspiring journey - from launching FirmTech to developing innovative, sophisticated solutions for men’s sexual health. We’ll also explore the creation of his breakthrough product, a cutting-edge and remarkably comfortable cock ring designed to support both function and comfort.

Dr. Justin is an Emergency Medicine (EM) specialist and healthcare technology consultant in erectile neuromodulation, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. He spent 25 years practicing EM and directing ERs. In 2004, he started the second oldest telemedicine company, SwiftMD.

In 2008, he established Pegasus Emergency Group, an EM company that staffed more than 30 ERs nationwide and won awards for its customer service. Dr. Justin has founded six healthcare companies and exited four of them, as well advising as several service, telemedicine, and tech startups.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Innovative Approaches to Men’s Sexual Health

· The Benefits of Regular Sexual Activity

· Navigating Challenges in Sexual Health Conversations

· Addressing Ejaculation Concerns

· Impact of Medications and Illness on Sexual Health

· Cock Rings: Uses and Benefits

· Objective Measurements for Men's Health

· Counseling’s Role in Sexual Health

· Managing Performance Anxiety and Relationship Issues

· Adding Variety to Sexual Experiences

· Addressing Erectile Dysfunction Over 50

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