Sex With Dr. Jess

Author and Astrologist Mecca Woods joins Jess and Brandon to weigh-in on whether or not you should consider your Zodiac sign in dating, and shares her insights on: The relational and sexual strengths of each Zodiac sign How air, earth, water and fire signs differ from one another How we can benefit from embracing elements from all Astrological signs The areas you may want to work on according to your Zodiac sign How Astrology can support self-development Astrology as a motivational tool as opposed to a destiny-focused blueprint Follow Mecca on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook. Also, check out her podcast: Stars On Fire This podcast is brought to you by Cliovana.              If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Po

Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai is a sex-positive pelvic health physical therapist and sexuality educator. She joins Jess & Brandon to discuss all things sex, pleasure, wellness and bourbon! How can pleasure mapping improve sexual communication and pleasure? How do you deal with a hypersensitive clitoris? How do you assess pelvic pain and endometriosis? How can therapists and other helping professionals take care of their own physical and mental health? What is vaginal stretching? How can we assess racism and oppression in healthcare? What are Bourbon Talez and what can you learn from them? Follow Uchenna on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter. This podcast is brought to you by Cliovana.              If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Po

We’re joined by pelvic health physiotherapist, Michiko Caringal, who answers all of our questions about how the pelvic floor affects sexual health including: Why might ejaculation be painful? How do you address delayed ejaculation? Why do penises require pelvic floor therapy? Can my vagina fall out? Why is pelvic floor therapy important for cis and trans folks alike? What does a pelvic floor consultation look like? Who might benefit from a rectal exam? How can we improve patient experience to ensure more active vs. passive care? How do you clean your vulva and vagina? What does it mean to “release the tailbone”? How is back pain related to pelvic health and how can posture affect pelvic floor health? Follow Michiko on Instagram & Facebook. This podcast is brought to you by Cliovana.              If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room a

OBGYN Dr. Nicole E. Williams joins us to answer listener questions, discuss sexual wellness and weigh in on how to: Have sex on your period (if you want to) Manage heavy bleeding due to fibroids Get in the mood post-hysterectomy Find your clitoral legs! Deal with burning post-orgasm Consider options other than a hysterectomy Explore more frequent and intense orgasms with Cliovana & other approaches Follow Dr. Williams on Instagram & Facebook. This podcast is brought to you by Cliovana.              If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & Stitcher! Rough Transcript: This is a computer-generated rough transcript, so please excuse any typos. This podcast is an informational conversation a

Emeka Menakaya joins Jess & Brandon to talk about how his studies in tantra have opened him up to improved relationships all around. He shares his insights on how cis men can be more vulnerable and open with one another and discusses his spiritual, emotional and sexual journey. Follow Emeka on Instagram & The Hustler's Corner Podcast on Instagram. The podcast episode is brought to you by Femtasy.        If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & Stitcher! Rough Transcript: This is a computer-generated rough transcript, so please excuse any typos. This podcast is an informational conversation and is not a substitute for medical, health or other professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the se

Amira de Vera joins Jess on the podcast this week to share her experience after a breakup with a long term partner at the age of 34. They discuss how she went from lying on the floor crying to feeling happier than ever. Amira opens up to discuss: Overcoming the fear of starting over in your 30s How to identify what you really want in a partner and relationship Multiple approaches to getting over a tough breakup The importance of sitting in the pain and using pain to heal How to shift from focusing on others to focusing on yourself Getting over the idea that you must hit specific milestones by a specific age Breaking free of negative spirals Amira’s path to self-love The role of journaling, therapy, nature, friends, and creativity in healing The fallacy of someone “completing” you Follow Amira on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook. Follow Project Four Public Relations on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook. This episode is brought to you by Provacare.       If you’ve got questions or topic s

Andre Shakti joins Jess and Brandon to share their journey and story as a stripper, sex worker, educator and activist. They discuss: What Andre loves about stripping and what drew her into the strip club in the first place How to cultivate intimacy (in person and online) Strap-on strategies for beginners SANCTUARY, the virtual strip club How strippers connect with their clients on a more personal level How COVID and digital dates have changed connection for the better Creating community for sex workers Andre’s experience in the porn industry and prop 60 STI testing in the porn industry and what we can learn from The Bella Thorne OnlyFan debacle Follow Andre on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Also check out Andre's weekly advice column on non-monogamy, "I Am Poly(amorous) & So Can You!". Andre's image was shot by Tristan Crane.        If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record you

Emmy-award winning, Jeannie Mai, host of The Real, joins us to talk about love, relationships, and moving on via forgiveness. She is newly-engaged (to Jeezy), full of energy, good vibes and insights on: What it's like to live your life and share your love with millions of fans. How to build a happily-ever-after relationship. How to forgive family, friends and partner after heartache and trauma. The importance of creating a shared vision as a couple. Her personal formula for self-love. How her upbringing affects her relationships. How to better manage arguments and deal with triggers. Follow Jeannie on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter. Also, be sure to check out her Youtube series, Hello Hunnay and podcast, Listen Hunnay! This podcast is brought to you by Femtasy.        If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a bu

Mother-son duo Karen Lee and Cam join Jess and Brandon to share their story of loss, love and podcasting. They chat about: Grieving the loss of Karen Lee’s husband and Cam’s dad How to have more sex-positive conversations How to date with confidence Cam’s dating struggles and stories How to be more vulnerable with your parents and children Leaning into the awkwardness of dating and talking about sex How Cam and Karen Lee came together and started this podcast How they dealt with the death of Cam’s father together How they get over the discomfort and were able to be vulnerable with one another How Cam as a young man brought more sensitivity to dating and sex Karen Lee's advice as a single woman, getting past the grief from her late husband Follow The Sex Talk With My Mom Podcast on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  This podcast is brought to you by Let’s Get Checked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!       If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, su

Samia Burton, founder of Sexual Essentials, joins us to share her unique experience and insights as an unconventional sex educator. We discuss: Deep throat yoga-yawning Oral sex techniques Building up stamina How to body-roll like a pro Hands-on sex ed for adults Using fruit snacks to spice things up The dos and don’ts of DMing strangers: language, approach, tone and your elevator pitch Jump rope, donkey kicks & other exercises for better sex View this post on Instagram Let’s discuss something, how SOME of y’all treat us via DM is why we scowl in public & walk across the street when we see a group of men. SOME of y’all don’t make us feel safe. ⁣ ⁣ At some point it has to get TIRED trying to hit on every woman that you see⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ In the grocery store with a mask & folks legit just come up & are trying to get with you ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Yes I know what you’re going to say ‘but how do you think folks get together ..but a lot of relationships start like that’⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ And you are ABSOLUTELY RIGHT! But wha

Sexologist Shamyra is back and she’s here to share her knowledge and thoughts on Cardi B’s WAP and so much more including: Mysogynoir Pick Me culture What “Big D” really means What we can learn from song lyrics How music videos can motivate (or empower) us to be better & live better Lube-shaming Small penises Sexual double standards The orgasm gap Sexuality & race Sex work as real work! Follow Shamyra on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram! Check out the WAP music video below... This podcast is brought to you by Let’s Get Checked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!       If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if possible. And be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & Stitcher! Rough Transcript: This is a computer-generated rough transcrip

We’ve compiled some of your questions for Brandon and he weighs in sharing his personal experiences in response to the following: You’ve opened up about some heavy feelings on the podcast and talked about the benefits of being more vulnerable. How can I get my boyfriend to open up and be more vulnerable? My husband is often too tired for sex. When we have it, he’s full of energy, but I feel like he says no at least 50% of the time. Should I be worried? Last week, you said you have no game and that you would never have gotten together with Jess if it had been up to you. I don’t want to let my moment pass me by, so how do I work on my game and my confidence. You’ve also talked about how your confidence has increased over time, so any tips would help. My GF listens to your podcast and follows Dr. Jess. She wants to follow in her footsteps, but the idea of her talking about sex with strangers and travelling all around the world doesn’t feel great for me. I don’t want to hold her back. How do I get over i

Jess is Chinese-Jamaican-Irish-Canadian. Brandon is Canadian of British descent. Race and culture have always been central topics in our relationship and this week, we’re sharing our perspective as a mixed-race couple. We don’t speak for anyone but ourselves, but we hope this conversation leads to more meaningful ones in your own relationships. We discuss: Jess’ mixed race experience and expectations as a model minority The importance of creating safe spaces for your partner in mixed-race relationships How to deal with family members’ blatant and subtle racism 5 insights for white folks looking to support POC in relationships To learn more about how you can navigate difficult conversations about race, check out Jess' interview on Global TV's The Morning Show here. If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones with a built-in mic if p

This week, Jess teams up with April Lampert and Amy Baldwin from the Shameless Sex Podcast to tackle listener questions including: 1. How can I deal with sensitive genitals (e.g. labia)? 2. How can I make sex less threatening after sexual assault? How do I talk to a new partner about past trauma? 3. What should I do about labia hypertrophy and how do I get more comfortable with my body? 4. How do I get over body shame related to things my ex said to berate my body? 5. I hear so much about eye contact as a tool of flirtation and connection. How else can I flirt without using my eyes since I’m almost blind? 6. How do Canadians pronounce the word about? ;) Follow the Shameless Sex Podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. This podcast is brought to you by Let’s Get Checked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!       If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and us

Sexual pain is not in your head. Dr. Sonia Bahlani, founder of PelvicPainDoc.com and author of The Holistic Guide to Navigating Pelvic Pain joins us to answer so many questions including: How do I deal with painful orgasms? It feels like the head of my penis is being pushed through broken glass. How do my bowel movements and constipation affect sexual functioning & orgasm? How can an anti-inflammatory diet improve sex? How can yoga improve sexual functioning and pelvic floor tone? Why does sex hurt? Why don’t I feel anything during sex? Are there injections, creams or medicines that can help with pelvic pain? Dr. Sonia also discusses why preventative medicine is essential to sexual health, various diagnoses related to sexual pain and how holistic approaches can revolutionize your (sex) life. Also be sure to listen to our episode on pelvic floor health, postpartum sex, perineal massage and de-stressing your vagina. Follow Dr. Sonia Bahlani on Instagram and Facebook. This episode is brought t

Urologist and sexual wellness expert Dr. Jed Kaminetsky joins us to talk about all things sex including: Multiple approaches to lasting longer in bed The role or testosterone in sexual desire and functioning Orgasm difficulties Premature ejaculation Delayed orgasm The role of muscle memory and neuropathways in orgasm Promescent (Use code JESS15 at checkout for 15% off!) Follow Dr. Jed Kaminetsky and University Urology on Instagram. Not everyone wants to last longer in bed, but if you’re interested in learning more about ejaculatory control, check out our Last Longer in Bed: 6 Steps to Master Premature Ejaculation course which includes exercises in mindfulness, muscle mastery and communication. This podcast is brought to you by Let’s Get Checked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout! If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphone

Sex therapist Vanessa Marin helps Jess and Brandon to explore their sex personality types and how we can use them to better understand our own needs and our partners’. The 11 sex personality types include: The Explorer : sex is your playground, the element of unknown The Prioritizer: to know that sex is something you and your partner are willing to prioritize The Decompresser: sex is a form of stress relief The Fair Trader: generosity is the most important quality of sex, balance of giving and receiving The Giver: sex and pleasure is a gift to give to their partner The Guardian: safety and security is of the utmost importance during sex The Passion Pursuer: you want sex to feel all encompassing, losing yourself in the moment and letting go The Pleasure Seeker: the pure physical pleasure to sex The Romantic: sex is all about connection, emotional intimacy with your partner The Spiritualist: a way to connect to a higher purpose, sex feeling like a transcendent experience The Thrill Seeke

Antuanette Gomez, CEO of Pleasure Peaks joins Jess & Brandon to talk about sex and cannabis. Pleasure Peaks is a sexual health company that develops products for women to have an optimal and healthy sex and this week, we discuss: How cannabis can be used to assuage pain and symptoms related to Endometriosis, PCOS, trauma, infertility, and menstrual pain Topical uses of non-psychotropic cannabis products Cannabis baths CBD vs THC Cannabis as a superfood The role of our endocannabinoid system How cannabis suppositories have been used to treat endometriosis Pleasure Island retreats Strain journaling Advice for newbies Her role as a young WOC in a now white-dominated field Follow Antuanette on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook. The podcast is brought to you by Womanizer.       If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please record your message/question in a quiet room and use your phone’s headphones

Marla & Jess wrote a book, The Ultimate Guide to Foreplay & Seduction! They’re having a virtual launch party to celebrate: Wednesday, June 24th at 7pm EST. Register to attend for free!  In this week’s episode, Jess and Marla chat about their book launch as well as: Marla’s thoughts on BLM Pleasure as resistance Sex Down South What makes us seductive How we entice our lovers How we manage rejection They work their way through one of the Lovers’ Inquiries in the book and encourage you to consider these questions/discussions prompts too: What is the most seductive thing about you? What have other people told you about your sex appeal? What do they say turns them on when it comes to your personality, behaviour or appearance? What makes you anti-seductive? Would you like to change anything about your behaviour or approach? What do people find curious about you? How do you entice others to be curious about you? Do you consider yourself open-minded? Is there anything you would lik

Marriage and family therapist Shadeen Francis joins us to talk about X-Men, therapy, vulnerability and emptying the jug. She helps us to explore the following questions: How can the “emptying the jug” approach lead to more fulfilling relationships? How can we even begin to open up and let our guard down? What language can we use if we’re new to opening up and letting others in? How can empathy transform experiences? How is self-esteem tied to vulnerability? What does it mean to be vulnerable — the good and the bad? How can distraction be useful when dealing with difficult experiences? How can we improve communication around challenging topics? How can we open up and be more open to being emotionally impacted? Follow Shadeen on Twitter and Instagram. This podcast has been sponsored by Let'sGetChecked. Use code DRJESS to save at checkout!       If you’ve got questions or topic suggestions for the podcast, submit them here. As well, you can now record your messages for us! Please recor