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Let's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About My Review of the New Show "Dying for Sex"Send us a textThis is my first movie/show review about a new show that has been getting a lot of buzz lately. I've been seeing sexy posters all over NYC for this new FX limited series starring Michelle Williams and the cover of NY Magazine touted it as the "kinkiest show on TV." So, is it? Does it live up to the hype. How kinky is it? I had to see for myself. And after a weekend binge I'm here to give you the lowdown.2025-04-0717 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Non-MonogamySend us a textAre you curious to know more about open marriages or polyamorous relationships? In this episode of "Let's Talk About Sex Really," Dr. Alisa Kriegel dives into the world of non-monogamy. With her expertise as a therapist and personal research, she explores the realities of open relationships, polyamory, and consensual non-monogamy. Dr. Kriegel dispels the myths, emphasizing that true non-monogamy isn’t about affairs or casual flings—it’s about communication, consent, and honesty. She discusses the challenges (jealousy!), the tools (like "R.A.D.A.R talks"), and the work required to make these r...2025-03-2636 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About a New Definition of SexSend us a textIn today's episode Dr. Alisa Kriegel discusses the need for a broader definition of sex, moving beyond traditional view of "sex" mainly referring to penetration & "p in v" intercourse. By expanding how we define sex with also expand the many ways we can explore sex and pleasure. As always, she encourages open conversations with your partner for all the ways to experience sensual and sexual touch and pleasure. References in the podcast:NY Times article on the Orgasm Gaphttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/06/well/family/orgasm-gap-women-age.html?sm...2025-03-0430 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About RomanceSend us a textValentine's Day is here again—the hearts, flowers, candlelight dinners, and grand gestures plastered all over Instagram. Let's be honest, a lot of this is driven by the hope of romance and sex. But from what I've seen with clients, friends, and even in my own life, it often leads to pressure, obligation, and the feeling that we're failing to live up to some rom-com ideal. So, can we ditch the once-a-year pressure and figure out how to weave romance into our lives every single day?At the end of the da...2025-02-1527 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk about Facing Fears and Jumping InThis Episode is a bit of a departure as Dr. Alisa shares a personal story from her new blog (and reveals some exciting news!)There are many times you may find yourself standing on a ledge, needing to make a change but afraid to take the leap to do so. In sex and relationships, it is common to get stuck in patterns and dynamics that are no longer serving you. However, often speaking up or trying something new can be be terrifying.Dr. Alisa shares about just such a time, literally. And the advice which helped her to...2024-04-2214 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Hacking Your Nervous System for Better SexSend us a textDr. Alisa talks about the nervous system. While it might sound neuro-science geeky, the Poly Vagal Theory can help you have better sex! She discusses how being stressed in a flight or fight/trauma response (Sympathetic nervous system) can shut down parts of your body's functioning needed for sex. Being in a Parasympathetic State, also known as Safe & Social, helps your juices flow for better, wetter and more connected sex. Listen to learn a simple hack to help get your body or your partner's body feeling safer, sexier and more present! This will help y...2023-09-2727 min
What You're Craving with Molly CarmelSelf-Care to Regulate the Nervous System with Dr. Alisa KriegelIn this episode of What You're Craving, Molly connects again with clinical psychologist Dr. Alisa Kriegel. Today, they discuss the importance of self-care in regulating the nervous system and how to identify the tools to get into a calmer state. There is sometimes a misconception that self-care is an act of selfishness but in reality, is an act of self-love. Being present and enjoying the moment is one of the most important exercises to calm the nervous system. But it's a practice. And as with every practice, it takes time. An important component of this...2023-07-2640 minWhat You're Craving with Molly CarmelRegulating the Nervous System and Healing Childhood Wounds with Dr. Alisa KriegelIn this episode of What You're Craving, Molly welcomes clinical psychologist Dr. Alisa Kriegel. Dr. Alisa shares her perspective on two relevant topics that have a lot of evidence nowadays: how our childhood wounds impact our relationships and how the nervous system maintains balance in the body. According to Dr. Alisa, in our relationships, we tend to repeat the same patterns we learned during our childhood. All the lessons, the emotions, and the wounds can be a significant part of how we interact with our partners. The key here is to learn to heal those wounds first...2023-06-0755 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Sex Rooms: Redecorating your RelationshipSend us a textIn this episode Dr Alisa Kriegel is talking about all the reasons why you should be watching the Netflix show "How to Build a Sex Room." She discusses all the ways in which it can help you learn more about what turns you on and how to create a more sensual space in your life for exploring sex, alone or with partners!2022-11-2121 min
Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and DemocracyBonus Edition: The Fog of Work (Repost)Original Air Date 4/16/2020 Today, Amanda and I discuss a few of the aspects of life during a pandemic that's causing mental fog and affecting our work. Be part of the show! Leave us a message at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com MEMBERSHIP (Get AD FREE Shows & Bonus Content) SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: We all make mistakes but we’re making a lot more of them right now Ch. 2: The Burnout Generation Ch. 3: Survival Mode Ch. 4: Hidden Mental Health Toll of Coronavirus with Alis...2022-07-171h 03Let's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Sex Toys: Solo Sex and Partnered Sex with Toys, Oh My! Part 2Send us a textDr. Kriegel continues sharing information about sex toys this time with a focus on toys for Men and also toys for Couples. This is about exploration, pleasure and play. There is no one way to have sex or be sexual. Sex toys are an opportunity to discover new pleasures for yourself and your partners! 2021-11-1923 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Sex Toys: Solo Sex and Partnered Sex with Toys, Oh My! Part 1Send us a textPart One covers an introduction to some basics of how to find and buy the best toys for you. In this episode I then focus on sex toys marketed for women. I recommend this for anyone who has a vulva or plays with someone with a vulva as you may want to understand what you or your partner may like! This is all about experimenting, getting to know your body and your pleasure, and of course having fun!Part Two will focus on Toys for Men and for couples. 2021-09-2330 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Exploring Your Sexual Self (Sex Included)Send us a textIn Episode 7 I talked about reconnecting with pleasure and giving yourself permission to have pleasure in your life as a way to start re-connecting with your sexual self in a non-sexual way. Now in this Episode (#8) I talk about different ways to deepen that exploration to get more comfortable in your body and see what turns you on sexually. I truly believe that feeling great sexually (whether by yourself or with a partner) begins with you knowing yourself and what you like.2021-07-0220 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Reconnecting with Your Sexual SelfSend us a textSometimes you go through phases where you're not having sex, possibly even longer than a phase. Or where there has been significant changes in your life and you are no longer experiencing sex and pleasure the same way. In this episode Dr. Alisa talks about how to take a step back and learn to connect with your basic sense of pleasure as a first step to reconnect with the sexual part of yourself.2021-05-1519 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Closing The Orgasm GapSend us a textDid you know that men on average orgasm during sexual encounters and intercourse far more frequently than women? Statistics often show a difference of as much 40% more. This wide gap is often referred to as THE ORGASM GAP. In this episode Dr. Alisa Kriegel talks about possible causes for these differences and more importantly, explores ways in which we can start to close the gap! Share with your partner or with friends!Follow on Instagram #Letstalkaboutsex_really2021-04-1420 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About How to Have Less Shame and More PleasureSend us a textShame is something that comes up a lot with regards to sex. We all have our own stories that bring up feelings of shame and judgment toward ourself and sometimes toward others. It often comes from our own discomfort as well as from the messages we have heard. In this episode Dr. Alisa Kriegel shares some stories, including the one that inspired her to start this podcast. She also recommends ways for you to let go of the shame and create more pleasure and positivity around sex in your life!2021-03-2918 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About "Fit": Bigger Isn't Always Better!Send us a text***This Episode has been recommended as a "Listeners' Favorite" ***We talk about how we fit with our partner in many ways, personality, temperament, chemistry. But there is an important fit that gets less focus. Genital fit. In this episode, Dr. Alisa shares a personal story about a time when the fit was less than perfect and what she learned from that. As well as what a lesser-known section of the Kama Sutra has to teach us about this important topic for ultimate sexual pleasure! 2021-03-1616 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About Sexless Relationships: Everyone's NOT Doing It!Send us a textAre you someone who isn't having sex frequently or barely at all. Maybe it's been months or years even. You're not alone. Sexless marriages and relationships are much more common than you may realize and nothing to be ashamed of. Dr. Alisa Kriegel explores underlying causes so that you can know where to begin if you want to make changes to your sex life. It's possible!2021-02-1916 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About New Discoveries of Desire: Knowledge Is Pleasure!Send us a textDo you need to feel desire or be "in the mood" as a prerequisite for sex? Waning feelings of desire for a partner or for sex at all is not uncommon. In this episode I share two major recent discoveries about desire and how it can change the way we've been taught to understand it's role in sex. After all, knowledge isn't only power; in this case it's pleasure!2021-02-1419 minLet's Talk About Sex, ReallyLet's Talk About This Podcast, ReallySend us a textJust like sex, there are so many ways to do a podcast about sex. This premier episode will help you know more about who I am, why I'm excited to share this with you, and what it's all about. Honest talk, pleasure focused, and shame free. It's a warm up to see if it's a fit and you're ready to jump into the next episode and all the ones that follow! Thanks for checking it out! Episode is Not LivePublish: Feb. 09, 2021 @ 8PM Edit2021-02-1118 min