#266 Reclaiming Pleasure: Healing, Curiosity, and the Power of Embodiment (with Annette Benedetti)
In this episode of #mensexpleasure, I speak with Annette Benedetti—Portland-based sex and intimacy coach, writer, and host of the acclaimed show Talk Sex With Annette—about reclaiming pleasure, power, and connection through curiosity and compassion. Ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts globally, Annette’s work dives deep into taboo-breaking conversations around kink, trauma, and empowerment, informed by both her professional expertise and lived experience as a survivor.We explore how cultural narratives and trauma shape our relationship with sexuality, the body, and intimacy—and how healing begins with awareness, consent, and curiosity. Annette shares practical insights on rebuilding trust and sensation after trauma, moving away from performance-based sex toward mutual exploration, and helping men appreciate their own bodies as worthy of pleasure and beauty.A raw, empowering conversation about dismantling shame, embracing embodiment, and creating space for authentic healing and pleasure.Key Points:@ 0:52 Barriers to embracing feminine power@ 4:39 Navigating trauma and its impacts@ 9:43 Rebuilding trust and sensation after trauma@ 16:31 Reframing goals and expectations around sex@ 47:30 Appreciating the male form and bodyRelevant Links:Annette Benedetti Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/annettebenedetti/Annette Benedetti YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@talksexwithannette
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#265 Beyond the Screen: Stigma, Intimacy, and Authenticity in Adult Content (with Honey Brooks)
In this episode of #mensexpleasure, I speak with Honey Brooks, a rural Australian mum, top OnlyFans creator, and bold voice redefining modern relationships—about navigating stigma, intimacy, and authenticity in the adult industry. From building a million-dollar business on her family farm to creating content with her husband, Honey shares her journey of creating content with her husband, including the importance of communication, trust, and respecting boundaries when sex and work intersect. We explore subscriber relationships, the responsibilities of adult creators, and the importance of fostering healthier conversations about sexuality. A candid and empowering dialogue on shame, connection, and writing your own rules.Key Points:@ 0:00 Introductions and background@ 3:30 Navigating disclosure and stigma@ 8:57 Creating content with a partner@ 27:41 Audience and subscriber relationships@ 42:39 Reflections on the adult industry@ 48:43 Closing thoughtsRelevant links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeyybrooks/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honeybrooks_
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#264 Healing After Control: Trauma, Consent, and Intimacy (with Leah Carey)
In this episode of #mensexpleasure, I speak again with Leah Carey—sex and relationship coach based in the US who specializes in supporting people recovering from high-control or narcissistic abuse backgrounds. This time, we explore how trauma impacts intimacy, consent, and sexual connection. She explains how constant stress and lack of autonomy in childhood wire the brain for hypervigilance and fear, reducing creative problem-solving and shaping long-term challenges in relationships. We discuss why common self-care practices like meditation or journaling can be triggering for survivors, and explore trauma-sensitive alternatives that feel safer and more accessible. Leah also unpacks the complexities of intimacy and consent for those with trauma histories, including people-pleasing tendencies, blurred boundaries, and strategies for cultivating safe, pleasurable experiences. A deeply compassionate dialogue on recovery, autonomy, and reclaiming intimacy after control.Key Points@ 4:36 Impact of trauma on brain development@ 12:27 Challenges with common self-care practices@ 18:37 Navigating intimacy and consent@ 50:59 Recap and resourcesRelevant LinksLeah Carey Website: www.leahcarey.comLeah’s Substack: https://xoleahcarey.substack.com/Leah Carey Instagram: @goodgirlstalk
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#263 STIs, Consent, and Communication: Destigmatizing Sexual Health (with Lex Nyree)
In this episode of #mensexpleasure, I speak with Lex Nyree, Melbourne-based sexologist, educator, and advocate for destigmatizing sexual health about the importance of open, shame-free conversations around STIs. With a background in youth and social work and currently completing her Master of Sexology, Lex brings a unique perspective to reducing stigma and normalizing topics often considered taboo. We discuss her practical and compassionate approach to STI education, focusing on common infections, transmission, treatment, and the role of disclosure and consent in building healthy intimacy. Lex also shares how resources like Let Them Know and creative educational tools can support people in navigating these conversations. A powerful dialogue on sexual health, communication, and breaking down stigma to create more informed and connected experiences of sex.Key Points:@ 1:51 Importance of destigmatizing STIs @ 6:16 Strategies for STI education and prevention@ 26:58 Disclosure and consent around STIs @ 36:40 Understanding STI transmission and risk factors @ 47:26 Resources and reliable information Relevant Links:Lex Nyree Instagram: @sexwithlexmelb
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#262 Beyond Performance: Curiosity, Responsibility, and Male Intimacy (with Rob Kancler)
In this episode of #mensexpleasure, I speak with Rob Kancler, men’s coach and facilitator drawing on Tantra, Taoism, and somatic practices about the developmental journey of male sexuality and intimacy. Rob shares how early experiences of isolation and confusion shape men’s long-term challenges with self-esteem, connection, and performance. We explore the role of the nervous system in intimacy, unpacking how fear-based responses like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn often disrupt presence and pleasure. Rob and I discuss reframing masculinity and responsibility in relationships, shifting away from rigid scripts toward curiosity, creativity, and authentic communication. A rich conversation on cultivating embodied intimacy, regulating the nervous system, and redefining what it means to lead with presence in sex and relationships.Key Points:@1:19 The development of male and intimacy@4:29 Nervous system awareness and fear-based responses @17:34 Reframing masculinity and responsibility in intimacy @1:14:21 Closing reflections and resources
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