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New York Times: Want to Have Better Sex This Year? Here’s How
Do you think you could be having better sex? Are you confident you know what really turns you on? What makes your body feel good? How do you communicate about it? Nicole McNichols wants everyone to be asking these questions. Dr. McNichols is a psychology professor at...
The Mel Robbins Podcast: Your Guide to Better Romance, Sex, & Love From the #1 Sex Professor
In this episode, you are going to learn how to have amazing sex, deeper intimacy, and create real, lasting love. If you’re not having sex, or if sex feels like one more thing on the to-do list, this is what you need to hear right now. Today, Mel sits down with Dr....
Tamron Hall Show: Sex Professor Brings New Ideas to the Bedroom
Sex professor Nicole McNichols, PhD, author of "You Could Be Having Better Sex," talks with Tamron about improving relationships through better communication, intimacy, and removing the taboo around sex. Watch on Youtube
Almost 30: Reignite Your Desire: Sex and Intimacy for Singles + Couples
In this episode, internationally renowned sex educator Dr. Nicole McNichols spills the secrets about intimacy, desire, and the power of prioritizing sex—even for busy women + tired parents. Discover how to reignite passion, deepen emotional intimacy, and break free...
Savage Lovecast: Where’s the Lube?
A concerned listener asks "Where's the lube?"-specifically about movie scenes showing gay sex. A woman in a red state makes it clear in her dating profiles that she is a leftie. She attracts men who claim to be moderate, but are really stealth MAGA creeps. Why do they...
Good Life Project: Better Sex at Any Age? The Science of Pleasure & What Really Matters
You could be having better sex and the science explains why, not because you’re broken or doing something wrong, but because most of us were never taught how desire actually works or how intimacy evolves over time. Instead, we’re handed myths, silence, and a lot of...
The Genius Life: The Science of Improving Sexual Pleasure and Intimacy
Psychologist and sex educator Nicole McNichols joins Max to unpack how porn culture, misinformation, and disconnection are sabotaging intimacy—and how the science-backed tools in her new book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier,...
The Liz Moody Podcast: How To Have Crave-Worthy S*x (Even If You’re Burnt Out, Busy, and Exhausted)
A lot of us know the physical and mental benefits of sex, and yet so many of us are not having the amazing sex we want. So I wanted to know—why don't we crave sex even though we like it? And how can anyone, no matter how exhausted they are, or no matter how long...
When Reality Hits with Brittany Cartwright: Setting the Curtains on Fire in the Bedroom with Dr. Nicole McNichols
Brittany sits down with renowned “Sex Professor” Nicole McNichols to talk honestly about intimacy at every stage — from postpartum body confidence and dry spells in long-term relationships to dating after divorce, sex on the first date, and the difference between...
Dhru Purohit Show: 7 Wildly Underrated Benefits of Sex and Pleasure: From Cognitive Health to Confidence with Dr. Nicole McNichols
When we think about longevity, immune health, or aging well, sex is rarely part of the conversation. But this episode challenges that blind spot, revealing why sexual connection and pleasure are fundamental to health, resilience, and how fully we experience life....
The James Altucher Show: What is Great Sex: Myths About Sex, and What Separates Good Sex and Bad Sex!
This might be the most useful episode I’ve ever done. Not that the others weren’t useful—they were—but this one goes above and beyond. It was also awkward for me, and honestly a little embarrassing, to ask some of these questions. I asked them anyway, and I’m glad I...
Daily Mail: How to have the best sex of your life even after years together…
How to have the best sex of your life even after years together, by world-famous intimacy psychologist PROF NICOLE McNICHOLS... who knows exactly what works (and what doesn't!) Read Full Article
Glamour Magazine: 18 hottest sex scenes of 2025
Let’s be real: you want the lowdown on the best sex scenes of 2025. And honestly, we don’t blame you; it’s been a scorching year for film and TV, from dripping peaches to glasses of milk, gun-toting southern queer women to muscled hockey players. There’s nothing wrong...
KUOW.org: UW’s ‘Sex Professor’ wrote a ‘consent manifesto’ to keep romance healthy and fresh
Valentine’s Day can bring a lot of expectations to the romantic dinner table. There’s a sense that couples have to have this perfect night out, one that may even end with some intimacy. And the University of Washington’s own “Sex Professor” wants that for people....
The Next Big Idea Club: How to Make Your Sex Life Healthier, Happier, and Hotter Than Ever
Dr. Nicole McNichols shares five key insights from her new book, You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life. Nicole is a psychology professor at the University of Washington, where her course “The Diversity of...
Luv Bites Podcast: The Burnout Fucks Your Relationship Episode
Most of us have experienced burnout. How does it affect our relationship and sex life? In this episode, Dr. Nicole McNichols, a professor of sexuality at the University of Washington, shares with us all the hot topics of sexuality including: the negative effects of...
WTF Divorce Podcast: Sex & Dating After Divorce…WTF
#Dating 66: 😍 Sex & Dating After Divorce...WTF (Nicole McNichols, Human Sexuality Professor) Listen Now >
Sex & Psyschology Podcast: Is Social Media Ruining Dating?
Social media has permeated many aspects of our lives, including our intimate lives. In today’s show, we’re going to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of how social media has changed dating. Some of the topics we explore include how social media can stoke relationship...
Sex & Psychology Podcast: How Gen Z Is Redefining Sex and Relationships
What do young adults today want from sex and relationships? And how is this different compared to generations past? To answer these questions, we’re going to dive into The State of Dating Report, a collaborative scientific analysis from the Kinsey Institute and Feeld,...
Podcast: Kelly Corrigan Wonders — Live From College (Spring Semester)
College Visit with Sex Professor Dr. Nicole McNichols at U of Washington. The most popular class at The University of Washington is Psych 210: The Diversity of Human Sexuality. Kelly sits down with the professor, Dr. Nicole McNichols to find out what’s on the...
Video: Sex & Desire in Long Term Relationships
This eye-opening 30-minute workshop with Encore Retreats was on sex and desire in long term relationships. We discussed sex positivity, sexual pleasure, being collaborative, and habits of sexually satisfied couples and why they work. Visit Encore Retreats >
Sex and Psychology Podcast: Less Sex, More Kink — The Sex Lives of Today’s College Students
College students tend to be stereotyped as a pretty horny bunch who are hooking up every chance they get. But are today's college students really having more sex than ever? That’s what we’re going to be exploring in this show. Are they as sexually active as popular...
Allen L. Edwards Psychology Lecture Series — Students on Top: A Vision for 21st Century Sex Education
Students on Top: A Vision for 21st Century Sex Education Nicole McNichols, Ph.D., Associate Teaching Professor, University of Washington Psychology Lecturer Watch the video >
The Power of Healthy Relationships at Work
Kushal Choksi was a successful Wall Street quant who had just entered the doors of the second twin tower on 9/11 when it got hit. As Choksi describes in his best-selling book, On a Wing and a Prayer, his brush with death was a wakeup call. Having mainly focused on...
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Better sex starts with sharing your turn-ons, not your complaints.
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Midlife confidence, curiosity, and connection can lead to better sex.
What It Actually Means to Be in a Sexless Marriage
Why couples stop having sex and what it does or doesn’t mean for a relationship.
3 Hidden Forces That Can Trash a Couple's Sex Life
The unseen forces that could be draining your desire.
Is Sexting Saving or Sabotaging Your Relationship?
The truth about the emotional and relational impact of sexting.
The Secret Reasons Why Many Women Fake Orgasms
Are faked orgasms a reflection of toxic sexual narratives—or an occasionally useful strategy?
3 Better Ways to Build Intimacy in a Relationship
Turn up the heat with these unexpected but effective strategies.
Should You Take a Sex Break?
Is it time to hit pause on your intimate life? Here's what you need to consider.
Are Artificial Intelligence Companions the Future of Love?
Exploring the rise of AI companions and their impact on love, loneliness, and ethics.
Why You Keep Falling for the "Wrong" Person
Always falling for the wrong one? How to break the habit and find real love.
Surprising Questions to Test Your Sexual Well-Being
Essential questions about sex that can improve your life.
7 Types of Intimacy That Deepen a Relationship
Intimacy is important, but how do we cultivate it?
Can This Treatment Improve Your Sex Drive?
Losing your sex drive is a frustrating experience. Is this treatment the answer?
How Often Do Happy Couples Have Sex?
Sex is an integral part of most relationships, but how much is enough?
The Surprising Power of Your Partner's Touch
Cuddles and kisses deliver positive messages about our bodies.
Why You Shouldn’t Have Sex on Valentine’s Day
Despite what you think, sex and Valentine's Day don't always mix.
How Playfulness Can Transform Your Love Life
Looking to revive a dying flame? Try the power of play.
How Relationships Develop Body-Image Issues
Is body image impacting your relationship? Here are some things to consider.
Don’t Believe These Five Myths About Consensual Non-Monogamy
How to separate the facts from the fiction.
7 Ways to Foster a 'Sexual Growth' Mindset
Looking to get your sex life back on track? Start with changing your mindset.
The Link Between Equality and Women's Sexual Desire
A new study sheds light on relationships, power, and sex.
10 Questions to Build Intimacy With a Partner
2. "What's something you love about me that others miss?"
Is Ethical Non-Monogamy Right For You?
New research shows that it depends on your motivation.
The Link Between Body Image, Sexual Mindfulness, and Desire
Our relationship with our body is essential to our emotional well-being.
How Attachment Style Impacts Sexual Satisfaction
Those thoughts running through your head are impacting your sex life.
How Burnout Can Affect Your Relationship
Worried that work stress is spilling over into your relationship? Here's what to look for and how to cope.
The Powerful Connection Between Kissing and Sexual Satisfaction
Looking to enhance your relationship and improve your sex life? More kissing may be the answer.
How Poor Body Image Can Undermine Sexual Satisfaction
A few ideas for breaking a sex and body image downward spiral.
The Vital Importance of Human Touch
The science of human touch and what to do if you're feeling deprived.
How to Restore Passion to a Relationship
A recent study explains how—and when it may be too much.
Why Narcissists and Psychopaths Pursue Casual Sex
Dark Triad personality types are notorious for pursuing short-term casual sex hookups. A new study explains exactly what this entails.
Some Surprising Benefits of Sexting in a Relationship
Should you hit 'send' on that sext? A new study reveals the benefits for sex and relationships, and the risks.
Why Facial Structure Could Predict Attitudes About Casual Sex
Is a person's attitude toward casual sex hidden in their face? The answer may surprise you.
5 Key New Findings About the Female Orgasm
A recent study shows that there's more to sexual satisfaction than just orgasms, and that when it comes to female sexual pleasure, the situation matters.
