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Pleasure Project: Sex and Relationships

Dr. Jenn Kennedy, PhD, LMFT

Exploration of all topics related to relationships and sexual pleasure: anatomy, psychology, toys, aging, communication, media, history. As a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples and sexuality, I will also sometimes discuss adjacent topics such as attachment, dating, couples goals, communication, sex addiction and relational dynamics.

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00:53:21

Archetypes Uncovered w/ Dene Logan | Szn. 4 Ep. 4

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2025/10/26

What if healing your relationships isn’t about changing your partner, but reclaiming the parts of yourself you’ve disowned?Dr. Jenn Kennedy sits down with therapist and author Dené Logan to explore how masculine and feminine energies shape our relationships, what it means to be out of balance, and how to move from wounded dynamics into sovereign love.They dive into letting go of control, leading with curiosity, and holding love with open hands instead of grasping for certainty. Dené shares how

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00:26:37

Why Do You Have Sex? | Szn. 4 Ep. 3

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2025/10/12

We think we know why we have sex — for love, pleasure, or connection. But the truth is often much more complicated. In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy pulls back the covers on the real reasons humans get it on — from seeking closeness to conflict avoidance, ego boosts to revenge — and explores how understanding your why can transform the way you experience intimacy.This isn’t just about sex. It’s about what drives us during our most intimate moments with one another. Tune in and discover what really

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00:41:10

Untying Ourselves w/ Gerontologist & Domme Dr. Nicole...

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2025/09/28

Forget everything you’ve been told about aging and sex. In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks to Dr. Nicole Marcione—a gerontologist and professional dominatrix—to dismantle old myths and open up bold new pathways to pleasure, power, and confidence. From an unforgettable field trip to a dungeon to surprising parallels between kink dynamics and the way many of us move through daily life, this conversation will change the way you think about desire at every age.Tune in to expand your ideas of what is

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00:25:00

"Where Did You Go?" | Szn. 4 Ep. 1

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2025/09/15

Welcome to Season 4! 💥In this solo episode Dr. Jenn dives into one of her core, guiding ideas: “I’m with you." She notes , "When couples come to me for sex therapy, they often come in saying they want more sex—they want the desire, attention, or physical gratification they get from the act. But more often than not, what they truly want is intimacy. "Communicating I'm with you offers a felt sense of belonging, support, witnessing and nonjudgmental love. More and more couples are

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00:51:45

Hormones, Desire & Midlife Sex w/ Dr. Gillian Goddard...

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2025/08/24

Curious about what really happens to your sex life during perimenopause and beyond?In this episode, I sit down with endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard to unpack what’s going on inside your body — from hormones to blood flow, from estrogen to testosterone, and how it all impacts desire, arousal, and pleasure. We talk about vaginal atrophy (yes, it’s a thing), pelvic health, and the real changes that happen as you move through this stage of life.Dr. Goddard breaks down the science in a way that feels

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00:38:45

A Pleasure Retreat w/ Pamela Madsen | Szn. 3 Ep. 17

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2025/08/11

Wondering what it’s like to attend a retreat focused on sexual pleasure, body awareness and opening up in deeper way?I sat down with Pamela Madsen, who’s been running Back to the Body retreats for 15 years — a space devoted to helping women reclaim sexual pleasure on their own terms. We dive into what it really means to tune into your body beyond just sex: understanding your physical, emotional, and psychological needs.Pamela shares how women from their 40s to 80s come to explore desire, pleasure,

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00:19:10

Intimacy vs. Sex | Szn. 3 Ep. 16

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2025/07/26

Intimacy and sex are not one and the same—and knowing the difference can shift everything in your relationships. Both are valuable, but they serve different needs.This episode invites you to reflect: What does sexuality mean to you? When do you choose to engage sexually, and when do you seek emotional closeness instead? How do you let others in, and what role does intimacy play in your erotic life?Whether you're partnered or solo, this is a space to get curious—not judgmental—about the way you

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00:37:17

Sober Sex w/ Kim Litton | Szn. 3 Ep. 15

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2025/07/13

Have you ever thought about what it means to have sex — completely sober — for the rest of your life?In this episode, Dr. Jenn sits down with Kim Litton, LCSW CSAT, to unpack sex and intimacy in recovery. Together, they explore how sobriety impacts dating, long-term relationships, and what it takes to navigate pleasure, connection, and communication without substances. Whether you’re in recovery yourself or love someone who is, this conversation offers a clear, clinical look at what gets in the way

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00:46:45

Sleep, Sex & Your Brain w/Dr. Jess Payne | Szn. 3 Ep. 14

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2025/06/23

Without Sleep, You Can’t RegulateI got a coveted hour with Dr. Jessica Payne, a neuroscientist, who studies sleep, to ask all the questions you've probably wondered about but never had the chance to explore. We get into what the brain actually does during sleep and dreaming, how exercise, caffeine, alcohol, and sex affect your rest, and why good sleep matters for your relationship. Dr. Payne tells me, “It’s hard to draw on resources for empathy or connection when people are not rested.” This

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00:27:43

Chronic Illness & Intimacy | Szn. 3 Ep. 13

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2025/06/09

In this episode, I explore the intersection of chronic illness and sexuality. Focusing on type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and multiple sclerosis—three common conditions affecting people ages 45 to 70—I break down how symptoms and diagnoses impact couples' erotic and relational life. You’ll hear a candid discussion of how chronic illness can disrupt your intimacy, what your partnership might experience as the illness progresses, and how to adapt and reconnect.If chronic illness, aging, or

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00:40:46

Intimacy After Baby w/ Kristi Miller | Szn. 3 Ep. 12

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2025/05/25

In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy sits down with parenting expert Kristi Miller, LMFT to explore the often-overlooked challenges couples face in maintaining intimacy after having a baby. From the early postpartum months to the demanding years of parenting, many couples struggle to stay connected. Dr. Jenn and Kristi dive into the emotional, relational, and hormonal shifts that impact intimacy, offering insight from their work as couples and intimacy therapists. Whether you're a new parent or years

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00:20:31

Touch Starvation | Szn. 3 Ep. 11

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2025/05/12

Dr. Jenn Kennedy explores the very human need for closeness and challenges of touch starvation—something she’s seeing more often in both singles and people in relationships who are experiencing increased distance and disconnection. In this episode, she unpacks why so many are feeling deprived of physical connection and what it means for your emotional and relational health.#TouchStarvation #SexTherapy #RelationshipHealth #EmotionalWellness #ThePleasureProjectPodcast #DrJennKennedy

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00:30:17

Home Buying Dynamics w/ Amy Baird | Szn. 3 Ep. 10

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2025/04/27

Buying a home can bring up more than financial questions—it often reveals deeper dynamics in a relationship. In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks with seasoned broker Amy Baird about what really happens between couples during the home-buying process. They explore the explicit and unspoken negotiations, shifting priorities, and emotional stressors that show up in every stage of home buying and escrow. Whether it’s your first house or your fifth, this episode offers insight into how to stay connected while

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00:42:27

Low Desire Partner with Jessa Zimmerman | Szn. 3 Ep. 9

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2025/04/07

In this episode, Dr. Jenn is joined by Jessa Zimmerman, a certified sex therapist and couples counselor who specializes in helping couples who are avoiding sex due to stress, disappointment, or pressure. Jessa, the author of Sex Without Stress and host of the Better Sex Podcast, shares her expertise on how to overcome the challenges of low desire in relationships.Together, they explore the struggles faced by low-desire partners—often marked by shame, guilt, and resentment—and how these emotions

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00:38:33

Autism & Sexuality w/ Dr. David Wohlsifer | Szn. 3 Ep. 8

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2025/03/31

In this episode, Dr. Jenn is joined by Dr. David Wohlsifer to discuss autism and sexuality. As experienced couples therapists, they unpack the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals in relationships, whether they're single or in long-term partnerships. The conversation explores dating, anxiety, social pressures, emotional dynamics, and the impact of autism on personal connections. Dr. Wohlsifer shares case examples that are composites of several cases (to protect patient confidentiality)

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00:24:09

Navigating Open Relationships: Three Real-Life...

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2025/03/19

In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy dives into the complexities of open relationships through the stories of three different clients. From a couple exploring new dynamics to individuals—one man and one woman—each story offers a unique perspective on the challenges, outcomes, and emotional balancing involved in opening up a relationship. Tune in as Dr. Kennedy discusses the diverse experiences and the personal journeys that unfold when couples and individuals choose this path.#couples #open

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00:35:58

Wise Effort in the Bedroom with Dr. Diana Hill | Szn....

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2025/03/03

In this episode, Dr. Jenn sits down with Dr. Diana Hill, a modern psychologist, dynamic speaker, and expert trainer. Together they explore wise effort—a Buddhist principle—applied to sexuality. They discuss where you focus your energy in intimacy, relationships, and self-connection. Is it serving you? Is it where you want to be? Dr. Diana Hill is redefining what it means to live with vitality. As a leader in psychological flexibility, she empowers individuals to reclaim and focus their energy in

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00:47:58

Menopause, Myths & Better S*x with Dr. Kelly...

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2025/02/13

Dr. Jenn interviews Dr. Kelly Casperson, an outspoken and irreverent urologist, speaker, and advocate, as they dive into all things menopause. Together they explore hormone replacement therapy, lubrication, the clitoris, and the dynamics of couples' relationships. Additionally, they give insights into why many women hesitate to seek help from urologists or sex therapists. Dr. Kelly Casperson is a board-certified urologic surgeon, renowned public speaker, sex educator, and host of the top-ranking

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00:20:48

Book Review: A Psychological Take on All Fours | Szn....

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2025/02/03

New Series Alert! In this episode, Dr. Jenn delves into (or onto) All Fours by Miranda July through a psychological lens. Join her as she unpacks the themes of self-discovery, desire, aging and identity. This seemingly semi autobiographical novel is full of surreal moments that might make you both lean in with anticipation and cringe as you watch them unfold. Tune in for a deep exploration of its key psychological layers and what makes this story truly stand out. 🎧 #SexTherapy #BookAnalysis

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00:46:17

Women's Medication & Intimacy with Cre Chritz | Szn....

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2025/01/28

In this episode, Dr. Jenn sits down with Creinthea “Cre” Chritz, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse with a unique and insightful perspective on the intricate relationship between mental health and sexual well-being. Cre’s expertise allows us to explore how antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications can significantly impact libido and sex drive, shedding light on the often-underestimated effects these medications can have on intimacy.Dr. Jenn and Cre dive into the challenges women face in terms of

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