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The Dissenter#1126 Nicole Prause: Pornography, NoFap, and Orgasm******Support the channel******Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thedissenterPayPal: paypal.me/thedissenterPayPal Subscription 1 Dollar: https://tinyurl.com/yb3acuuyPayPal Subscription 3 Dollars: https://tinyurl.com/ybn6bg9lPayPal Subscription 5 Dollars: https://tinyurl.com/ycmr9gpzPayPal Subscription 10 Dollars: https://tinyurl.com/y9r3fc9mPayPal Subscription 20 Dollars: https://tinyurl.com/y95uvkao ******Follow me on******Website: https://www.thedissenter.net/The Dissenter Goodreads list: https://shorturl.at/7BMoBFacebook: https://www.f...2025-07-2154 min
Sex and Psychology PodcastThe Truth About Porn (Essential Listen)The view that porn is inherently harmful seems to be growing. Porn is increasingly described as “addictive” and as a threat to public health. But is this actually true? In today’s show, we’re revisiting an important conversation from the archives in which we explore the truth about how porn affects people.
My guest is Dr. Nicole Prause, a licensed psychologist and sex researcher who founded the sexual biotechnology company Liberos. She is a former Kinsey Institute trainee and has published an extensive body of research on the neuroscience and psychophysiology of sex. She is currently a scienti...2025-07-1539 min
After Peter Pan: Growing Up to PurposeDoes Porn Have a Place in a Meaningful Life? A Neuroscientist's PerspectivePat welcomes Dr. Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist and sexual psychophysiologist whose groundbreaking research challenges some of the most deeply held beliefs about pornography, addiction, and shame. In a world full of noise, judgment, and moral panic, Dr. Prause offers a data-driven lens on desire, compulsion, and the role of sexuality in a values-based life. Together, they explore the complexities of pleasure, the impact of guilt, and what it really means to grow up in relationship to our bodies and choices. It’s a conversation about embracing nuance, letting go of shame, and aligning our behavior with our deeper purpose....2025-05-221h 22
Rena Malik, MD Podcast: Optimizing Health, Sex & Relationships with Science Backed Tips from Leading ExpertsMoment: Multiple Orgasms are Not REAL?! Explained by Sex Researcher Dr. Nicole PrauseIn this episode, Dr. Rena Malik welcomes guest Dr. Nicole Prause to explore the complexities of sexual health, specifically focusing on multiple orgasms and sex technology. They discuss the physiological and psychological aspects of orgasms, shedding light on recent findings that distinguish between different orgasmic experiences, and the ongoing research surrounding refractory periods and prolactin surges. The conversation also turns towards innovations in sex tech, from vibrators and clitoral suction devices to advanced teledildonics, exploring how these technologies might redefine sexual experiences. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast...2025-05-2124 minRena Malik, MD Podcast: Optimizing Health, Sex & Relationships with Science Backed Tips from Leading ExpertsMoment: Is Edging the Key to Ultimate Pleasure? ft. Dr. Nicole PrauseIn this episode of the Rena Malik, M.D. podcast, Dr. Rena Malik talks with Dr. Nicole Prause about the complexities of orgasm and sexual response in the brain. Dr. Prause discusses her research on the changes that happen as individuals near climax, suggesting a possible undocumented phase in the sexual response cycle. They explore the role of cognitive control in achieving orgasm and examine the practice of semen retention, noting that its purported benefits lack scientific support. The conversation also highlights the challenges researchers face in the field of sexual health. 2025-05-1423 minRena Malik, MD Podcast: Optimizing Health, Sex & Relationships with Science Backed Tips from Leading ExpertsMoment: Does Porn Affect your Ability to Form Relationships? Explained by a Sex ScientistIn this episode of the Rena Malik, MD podcast, Dr. Nicole Prause joins Dr. Malik to discuss complex topics related to pornography and sexual behavior. They explore the physiological and psychological impacts of pornography use, addressing misconceptions about dopamine's role in addiction narratives. Dr. Prause provides insights into how pornography can sometimes positively influence sexual knowledge and behavior. She also discusses the challenges of defining and understanding problematic pornography use and highlights effective therapeutic interventions, such as acceptance and commitment therapy, that help individuals align their behaviors with personal values. Throughout the episode, Dr. Malik and Dr. Prause emphasize...2025-03-2623 min
TwoX LabsThe Manosphere, NoFap, & The Harmful Impact on Cis-Men | Featuring Dr. Nicole Prause
🚨 What happens when shame becomes the foundation of sexual education?
In this episode of TwoX Labs Podcast, Dr. Erika Miley sits down with Dr. Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist and leading researcher on sexuality, to break down the rise of the manosphere and NoFap culture—and the real damage these movements are causing. Yes TwoX Labs is about cis-women and assigned female at birth people, and this episode is important for providers to know what some of their cis-male clients/patients are exposed to and how it is impacting their cis-women partners.
🔍 NoFap, semen retention, and other ant...2025-03-181h 00Rena Malik, MD Podcast: Optimizing Health, Sex & Relationships with Science Backed Tips from Leading ExpertsPornography Researcher Explains How Erotic Films Affect the Brain ft. Dr. PrauseDr. Nicole Prause, a leading neuroscientist specializing in sexual physiology and addiction, joins Dr. Rena Malik to dissect the brain's role in arousal and orgasm. They explore how pornography impacts the brain differently than partner stimulation and masturbation, while debunking myths around dopamine levels. The discussion covers innovative findings on edging, semen retention, and the controversial landscape of sex tech, including teledildonics and sex robots. Dr. Prause also bravely shares her experiences as a female researcher facing challenges and threats in this often turbulent field. Tune in for a deep dive into the complexities of sexual arousal, addiction, and...2025-02-142h 00
Your Brain OnYour Brain On... SexFrom the first spark of attraction, all the way to climax, sex sets off chemical fireworks in your brain. And yet, this beautiful, powerful act has become mired in shame and stigma. But through open conversation and deeper scientific understanding, we can cast off those shackles, and even embrace sex as a marker for cognitive and overall health. In this episode of ‘Your Brain On...’ — our Season 4 debut! — we discuss: • The neurological processes involved with sex, arousal, attraction, and desire • Why studying the cognitive effects of sexual stimuli can be so complicated • How...2024-11-201h 08
ADC Div - Divulgazione scientificaLa SCIENZA del NO NUT NOVEMBERLa sfida nata su reddit è diventata un "appuntamento annuale" per tanti, a metà tra il meme e la pseudoscienza. Ma cosa sappiamo dell'astinenza sessuale e dei suoi reali effetti?📌 FONTI► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjmoiEakV9k► https://www.newstatesman.com/science-tech/2018/11/no-nut-november-insidious-internet-challenge-encouraging-men-not► https://it.mashable.com/6619/no-nut-november-challenge-perche-non-farla► https://www.oxfordonlinepharmacy.co.uk/blog/what-is-no-nut-november► https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/sex-dating/science-behind-no-nut-november► https://www.inverse.com/health/no-nut-november-health-impacts► https://www.health.harvard.edu/mens-health/ejaculation_frequency_and_prostate_cancer► https://medium.com/@nicole.prause/how-did-no-nut-november-start-72437eb893402024-11-0106 min
The Natasha Helfer Podcast78: Re-Release: What Research has to Say about Porn Viewing with Nicole PrauseThis episode is being re-released for your enjoyement. Please enjoy the episode. Natasha has an upcoming group that you can sign up for: Pornography Dilemma Online Group with Natasha This group has been developed to help couples overcome the common struggles with pornography use within the marital contract. During this group, we will: Begin to deal with and repair the typical secrecy/betrayal cycles that have historically occurred in the relationship with sexual media. Understand evidence-based information about sexual media allowing well-informed decisions to be made based on...2024-10-091h 18
Man UpEp 77 - Can I be addicted to porn?In this episode, join Dr. Justin Dubin and Dr. Kevin Chu as they delve into a fascinating and controversial topic - addiction to pornography. Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause shares compelling, evidence-based perspectives that challenge common misconceptions.
Discover the latest research on the physiology of sexual response and the complex interplay between pornography, addiction, and sexual health. Dr. Prause's expertise provides a refreshingly data-driven approach, cutting through the noise and emotional rhetoric often surrounding this sensitive issue.
The hosts also emphasize their goal of combating misinformation on this topic...2024-07-011h 00
Good Life ProjectRethinking Sex, Desire and Intimacy | Spotlight ConvoUnlock the secrets to a mind-blowing sex life and deeper intimacy. This boundary-pushing episode brings together three trailblazing experts to shatter myths and reignite your desire.Vanessa Marin provides communication exercises and a "sex menu" to explore new realms of pleasure. Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are, shares neuroscience insights to rewire your brain for extraordinary orgasms. And Nicole Prause reveals cutting-edge research on using brain stimulation to boost libido or reduce hypersexuality.From overcoming shame to navigating mismatched drives, they guide you through candid conversations about erotic empowerment. Discover practical...2024-05-201h 29
In Your Pants with Dr. Susie GScience of Sexual Arousal with Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD🔥 The Science of Sexual Arousal and Orgasm! 🔥 Join Dr. Susie Gronski, PT, DPT and neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD as they explore the complexities of human sexuality! This video takes you from arousal to climax and beyond. Dr. Prause debunks pornography myths, offers strategies for erectile dysfunction and delayed ejaculation, and discusses her new research on Post Orgasmic Illness Syndrome. For a full breakdown of topics, check out the timestamps below 👇. Meet Dr. Prause: Nicole Prause, PhD, is a neuroscientist and licensed psychologist. She studies human motivation, especially the physiology of orgasm on the brain...2024-04-1241 min
The Bryan and Gina Show - LAMagGina's TV Appearance and Orgasm Expert Nicole Prause - LA MagBryan and Gina reconnect to talk about their respective weeks which saw Bryan traveling to the valley to be a good Godparent and Gina giving a demonstration on podcasting to her stepson's class. Gina also discusses her recent appearance on Fox's Good Day L.A. where she both shouted out this show and got to do her fantastic 'Minnesota Mom' impression. Later they welcome in Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist researching human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response, or as Gina puts it, an orgasm expert.
To watch this episode on YouTube...2024-02-101h 11
Hone InDr. Nicole Prause Shares the Latest Findings on Orgasms, Masturbation and SexFrom self-proclaimed relationship gurus to eyebrow-raising (but oh, so intriguing) Reddit sex advice, it can be hard to sift through the BS.S. to find legit and useful information. That’s where psychophysiologist Nicole Prause, Ph.D., an expert on all things sexual behavior, comes in.In this episode of Hone In, podcast host and Hone Health CEO Saad Alam sat down with Nicole to dive into all things orgasms, masturbation, and sexual health. They discuss healing trauma through orgasmic meditation, why NoFap is no good, and what really happens to your brain during se...2024-01-1543 min
The Hotflash inc podcast101: The most inspiring mid-sex-life story everSend us a textThis is a very special podcast, because it’s with a person who is so authentic and honest about what she’s been through – a rare thing indeed. Over in Canada (Peterborough, Ontario, to be specific) Deborah Porteous takes us back eight years to when she was 53, going through menopause – and had never had an orgasm. Through the love of a patient and attentive partner that soon changed. It was through their search for a workable lubricant that Pleasure Pods, a disruptive company that produces 100 percent plant-based solid product, was born. They...2023-11-241h 01
Tomprat med Gunnar TjomlidEpisode 353: Saksynt og Substack. NoFab November. Ultraprosessert mat. Drikking og cannabis.I tillegg till litt prat om hva som har skjedd i livet mitt siste uken, bruker jeg episoden til å respondere på ting som ble sagt om meg og om ting jeg interesserer meg for i et par av Dag Sørås sine siste podcaster. Jeg driver også og flytter bloggen min til Substack, og her får du høre hvorfor, samt hva den prosessen innebærer. Vi er inne i NoFap November, men er det så lurt å avstå fra masturtbering og ejakulering? Eller blir du rett og slett litt jødehater av det? Qualia Store med nerde-merch...2023-11-071h 18
Health Beyond Mormonism[Explicit] Hold To The Rod: What the evidence says about MasturbationThose who've spent any time inside Mormonism understand that masturbation was HUGELY sinful and shameful. This episode separates fact vs fiction in the realm of sexual sin, the health benefits of masturbation, and the importance of practicing body autonomy.
Resources:
Little factory metaphor To Young Men Only by Elder Boyd K. Packer “Little Factory Talk” 1976
Healthline: Masturbation Side Effects
Cleveland Clinic: Masturbation
Mayo Clinic: Compulsive Sexual Behavior
Wikipedia:
Self Inflicted Purging
Temple recommend Q's
Factually! with Adam Conover: "The Myth of Sex Addiction and the...2023-10-1953 min
Tomprat med Gunnar TjomlidEpisode 350: Aluminium, kjemikaliehysteri og selvmord hos eldre. Musestudier, pornomyter og mer.Etter litt sykdom er jeg tilbake med en lang episode. Er aluminium i anti-perspiranter farlig? En Instagram-kommentator hevdet at jeg avfeide det, men som vanlig er nok sannheten litt mer komplisert enn som så, og jeg forsøker å rydde litt opp i temaet. Instagram-kontoen @kunnskapskanalen har mye godt innhold, og inspirerte meg til å snakke litt om kjemikaliefrykt, og forskjellen på risiko for individer versus befolkning. Har selvmord blant eldre egentlig økt? Og hva sier i så fall det om jaget etter å tvære ut hver ekstra potensielle levedag av livet på bekostning av å faktisk leve når man fortsa...2023-10-171h 54
Ruby Ryder – Pegging Paradise“I Love Seeing You Like This” – Podcast #302
"I love seeing you like this." My interviewee, Steve, has heard these words many times while receiving pegging from his partner. We hear Steve's story about how he began walking down the path of pegging and how his experience has evolved over the years. He speaks eloquently about what he loves about pegging, and his explorations into crossdressing and chastity. This podcast might be a reassurance to pegging givers who are concerned when their receivers express a desire to crossdress. Hearing personal stories can be heartening and enlightening. Enjoy!
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Toxic Toys - Article
Girls...2023-10-161h 13
Science VsOrgasms: Your Favorite Sex Episode!Here’s the episode you picked as our best sex and sexual health episode: Orgasms! There’s this idea that the female orgasm is a complicated riddle, but for a man with a penis, getting off is easy peasy. Is there really an orgasm gap? And if so — can science explain it? To learn more, we talk to neuroscientist Dr. Nan Wise, neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause and psychologist Dr. Candice Hargons. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/SVFavSexEpThis episode was produced by Hannah Harris Green, with help from, W...2023-08-1738 minGood Life ProjectThe Science of Sexual Desire (and how to change it) | Nicole PrauseLooking to unravel the mysteries of sexual desire and its impact on living a fulfilled life? In this eye-opening episode, renowned neuroscientist Nicole Prause dives deep into the science of sexual motivation and how it influences our relationships and overall well-being.Understanding Sexual Desire: What is it? Why is it essential to our lives, and how is it changeable?Myth-busting and Research Insights: Nicole shares why differences in sexual desire are normal and introduces groundbreaking work on brain stimulation to change individual desire.Impact on Health: Discover how the neuroscience of orgasm can enhance pleasure...2023-08-071h 02
The Science of Sex PodcastNew Battles in the Modern War on Sex With Dr. David Ley, Ph.D.In this one hour and forty five minute talk, Dr. David Ley, Ph.D. and I talk about how the current war on sexuality came to be, how the myth of porn and sex addiction get started, and how we can view sexuality in a healthier way. One theme I took from this interview is the importance of self-forgiveness and self-love in loving—and having sex with—other people.A note about the interview is this: though science has firmly rejected the ideas of sex and porn addiction, some therapists still treat it. There’s an abundance of therapists and co...2023-06-271h 47
The Science of Sex PodcastDebunking Myths About Porn AddictionThe Science of Sex had an interview with Dr. Nicole Prause, Ph.D. of UCLA and founder of Liberos, an independent research facility that seeks to explore the health benefits of sexual touch. Liberos is the only lab that allows “hands on” self-stimulation and partner-touch in respect to pornography, observing people while they watch pornography as they normally would.You can follow Dr. Prause on Twitter here, her handle is @NicoleRPrause.We mention an abundance of research in this interview, which can be found here:* Iatrogenic effects of Reboot/NoFap on public health: A pr...2023-06-271h 19
Si Sexe SiÉpisode 6 (slow sex) - PornoDans cet épisode 6, version slow sex:
- Le récit fictif vous présente Paul, un concepteur de contenu pornographique, mourant d'isolement dans son studio.
- Le segment réflexion universelle propose une analyse de la réalité de la pornographie dans notre monde.
- La confidence, à découvrir.
Liens Internet ayant contribué à approfondir certains sujets abordés et/ou liés à des sujets mentionnés:
Vénus de Hohle Fels — Wikipédia (wikipedia.org)
https://sencanad...2023-06-2753 min
Sex and Psychology PodcastThe Problem With Porn "Reboot" And Recovery ProgramsThe growing anti-porn movement has fueled the rise of an entire industry centered around selling people on the idea of masturbatory abstinence. Often referred to as a “reboot,” these programs encourage men to forego self-pleasure and orgasm for prolonged periods of time, which they say is necessary to reset the brain and boost testosterone. But do these programs work as advertised? This is the second installment in a 4-part series on the science of porn and, today, we’re going to go inside the world of porn addiction recovery programs.
I’m joined once again by Dr. Nicole P...2023-04-1832 min
Love, Lust and the Devil!Why You Get Horny After Drinking? - Love, Lust, and The Devil Ep 53FREE Backstage Access, Live AUDIO & VIDEO: https://wtprradio.comToll-Free Call Now: +1 (888) 614-5006 Skype: https://join.skype.com/invite/BKOMKD0...️Love, Lust, and The Devil - 5 PM PT Monday to Friday - Episode: #0167With your host Piper Blush, Huh-Huh! WTPRRadio.com Production: The Unpredictable Radio, for the Bold Listener!
Have you ever experienced feeling sex-crazed after a night of heavy drinking? It turns out you're not alone! In this video, we talk to a neuroscientist specializing in human sexual behavior and addiction, Nicole Prause, to understand why people get horny when they're hu...2023-04-151h 30
Sex and Psychology PodcastThe Truth About "Porn Addiction"How does porn affect us? And are people becoming “addicted” to it? Today, we’re going to begin a four-part series on the science of porn to better understand its effects. For our first show, we’re going to discuss why different studies of porn have yielded different conclusions, why porn shouldn’t be thought of as addictive in the same way that drugs are, whether there’s a link between porn and sexual violence, as well as how we can have more productive conversations about pornography.
I’m joined by Dr. Nicole Prause, a licensed psychologist and sex resear...2023-04-1434 min
The Manwhore Podcast: Sex-Positive ConversationsPolyamorous Break-ups with Leanne Yau // NoFap Efficacy with Dr. Nicole PrausePolyamory Influencer Leanne Yau!Mentioned:3/18 - Naked Comedy Show - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/hacienda/862266Study: Iatrogenic effects of NoFap on public healthJoin the conversations in The Champagne Room at http://manwhorepod.com/discordStand-Up Dates:3/13 - The Rose - 7:303/18 - Naked Show at Hacienda - 8:00, 10:003/21 - Young Ethel's - 9:003/23 - Tiny Cupboard - 7:004/21 - Naked Show at Hacienda - 8:00, 10:00Follow Billy!TikTok: @ughdating...2023-03-081h 20
The Trouble with SexYour Brain & SexDid you know that your brain doesn't know the difference between lust and love? Join Dr. Tammy as she talks with neuroscientist, psychologist and researcher Dr. Nicole Prause, about what happens to the brain during orgasm, how sex is medicine, and how it could be used to help treat ailments like trauma and depression.DR. TAMMY WANTS TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS about Sex, Love & Relationship and help you with your Trouble with Sex. Send your questions to drtammy@thetroublewithsex.com.OUR GUESTNicole Prause, Ph.D. is a scientist...2022-09-3040 min
The Sexy Lifestyle with Carol and DavidSEX RESEARCH, PORNOGRAPHY AND ORGASMSHave you ever wondered what it is like to be a sex researcher? Studying sex all day long… for work? Where can I sign-up, Right? Join us with Dr Nicole Prause, a sexual psychophysiologist and neuroscientist, as we learn what it takes to study sex and collect a body of data that will help us understand things like orgasms, pornography use, penis size preferences and other taboo topics.2022-08-0558 min
Sex and Psychology PodcastFascinating Facts About SexIt is hard to believe, but we have reached episode 100 of this podcast! So how do you celebrate 100 episodes of a sex show? I’ve put together a compilation featuring some of the most fascinating and mind-blowing facts about sex we’ve covered so far. Specifically, we’re going to revisit my interviews with Hallie Lieberman (Episode 21), Dr. Ina Park (Episode 39), Dr. Lisa Dawn Hamilton (Episode 53) and Dr. Nicole Prause (Episode 60).
Some of the things we cover in this episode include:
Why butt plugs used to be marketed as a cure for asthma (no joke!).
Whether sexual...2022-06-1034 min
The Math Podcast12 - Nicole Prause, Ph.D., Neuroscientist & Founder of LiberosMacKenzie sits down with Nicole Prause, Ph.D., who researches human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of pleasure. In 2015, Nicole founded Liberos, a sexual biotechnology company, after a decade of research at the Sexual Psychophysiology and Affective Neuroscience Laboratory. The current research at Liberos includes brain training, orgasm measurement, and brain stimulation.
Content Warning
Death threats, stalking, pornography, addiction, and sexually explicit situations
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Website - https://www.liberoscenter.com
Crunchbase - https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/liberos-llc#/entity
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Prause
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Collective InsightsHomeGrown Humans - Nicole Prause, Ph.D. - Sexuality - Hosted by Jamie WhealWhy are sexual pleasure and behavior forbidden topics of discussion? Nicole Prause Ph.D., neuroscientist researching human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response, is here today to debunk popular misconceptions about the science of sex. We deep dive into the how brain the grows, adapts, and rewires during sexual stimulation and even discuss how difficult it is to measure whether or not a test subject has *really* had an orgasm.Topics within the interview include:Navigating the culture of sexual physiology and psychologyThe neurochemicals associated with sexThe...2022-04-181h 25
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Watching AmericaSex AddictionThis is a surprising and sometimes difficult conversation about sex addiction with psychologist Nicole Prause; Erica Garza, author of "Getting Off: One Woman's Journey Through Sex and Porn Addiction"; and Charles (a pseudonym), who is heavily involved in Sex Addicts Anonymous.
This episode first aired in 2019, almost exactly 3 years ago. We bring this back to our listeners after the recent episode with Anna Lembke about her book, “Dopamine Nation.”2022-03-2500 min
Holly Randall Unfiltered229: Nicole Prause PhD: You’re Probably Not “Addicted” to PornNicole Prause Ph.D is an expert in all things sex — her studies involve orgasms, life-size penis models, and LOTS of porn. She chats with Holly about how the “perfect porn body” has evolved, orgasmic meditation, and Billie Eilish’s controversial comments on porn addiction. Plus —she reveals women’s scientifically PROVEN preferred penis size, which is nowhere near the dicks you see in porn! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/holly-randall-unfiltered--6630320/support.2022-02-021h 02
Chatting with Candice#55 Dr. Nicole Prause- Trauma, Healing, and Sexual ReframingCandice welcomes Dr. Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist researching human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response. We talk all things sex: porn, “addiction”, women who watch porn, and how sex and porn can benefit people in more ways than we can imagine.Sex & Porn AddictionThere’s no doubt that some people are more addicted to sex and porn than others, but the question as a clinician is to ask: “How do I treat this?”. One model could be addiction and some of the thin...2022-02-021h 03
Sex and Psychology PodcastThe Science of OrgasmsWhat does it really mean to have an orgasm? Different people—and even different scientists—define “orgasm” in different ways, which makes this a surprisingly difficult subject to study scientifically. So how do you measure when someone has an orgasm in a research lab? For this episode, I spoke to an orgasm researcher who has figured out how to do it. Her methods and findings are absolutely fascinating and will change everything you think you know about orgasms!
My guest today is Dr. Nicole Prause, a licensed psychologist and sex researcher who founded the sexual biotechnology company Liberos...2021-11-1243 min
dunc tankNicole Prause - Sex ResearcherNicole Prause is a neuroscientist and sexual psychophysiologist, and is the founder of Liberos LLC.
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Questioning PornographyFrancesca Palazzolo: Addiction Counsellor & Author of Pornography ResearchFrancesca Palazzolo is the author of a study I highlighted in a previous research episode, which explores the various negative effects that problematic users of internet pornography can experience. She is also an addiction counsellor and psychotherapist who has front-lines experience working with clients who struggle with porn addiction. In our conversation, we discuss such questions as: the controversy over the word "addiction", the popular trend of citing a single study to "debunk porn addiction" and the flaws in that study, taking a holistic approach in addiction counselling, and more. Further resources/links of interest:2021-08-0730 min
Love & Liberation with Olivia ClementineDr. Nicole Prause: Science of Sex, Arousal, Aging & EjaculationSome of what Nicole shares includes: Pleasure from a neurological point of view Emotions relationship with sexual arousal experience Studying early phases of arousal Libido and depression Sexual addiction misdiagnosis and mistreatment Sex drive Impact on libido from masturbation, mother fatigue, communication, menopause Sexual behavior and trends with age What is an orgasm? Rapid ejaculation and erectile “dysfunction” misperceptions and solutions Impact of vibratory stimulation on genitals Pornography pros and cons Sex to improve general health, including sleep, partner factors, connected and versus disconnected. Hostile environment in the US for doing sexual research Barrier of what sex is supp...2021-04-2056 min
Very Bad WizardsBasic Instincts (with Paul Bloom)VBW favorite Paul Bloom joins us to talk about William James’ account of instinct and its parallels to the nativism/empiricism debates in developmental psychology today. Also discussed: Richard Dawkins trolling philosophy, the ghost in Tamler’s kitchen, and why William James’ 130 year-old writings make psychologists sad about the present state of their field. PLUS - do you wish you were closer to your non-romantic partners? Well, strap on your gloves, grab a washcloth, it’s time for exactly 15 minutes of orgasmic meditation. Note: we had to use backup audio for Tamler and Paul in the second segment...2021-03-231h 36
Progress, Potential, and Possibilities Podcast / ShowDr Nicole Prause - Advancing Research In Sexual Psychophysiology, Sexual Biotechnology, And Sex-TechSend us a text Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD is an American neuroscientist researching human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response. She is also the founder of Liberos LLC, an independent research institute and biotechnology company. Dr. Prause obtained her doctorate in 2007 at Indiana University Bloomington, with joint supervision by the Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender, and Reproduction, with her areas of concentration being neuroscience and statistics. Her clinical internship, in neuro-psychological assessment and behavioral medicine, was with the VA Boston Healthcare System's Psychology Internship Training Program. Her research fellowship was in couples' t...2021-02-2350 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastThe Myth of the "Relationship Spark" with Logan Ury (featuring a guest appearance by Christina Gravert, PhD)Logan Ury studied psychology at Harvard, was a TED Fellow, then became a behavioral scientist at Google, where she ran Google’s behavioral science team – which we now know as The Irrational Lab. She became a dating coach and is currently the Director of Relationship Science at the dating app Hinge, where she leads a research team dedicated to helping people find love. Her work has appeared in The New York Times and The Atlantic, among a variety of media outlets, including HBO and the BBC. And you should note that she’s a featured speaker at SXSW 2021.
Asid...2021-02-141h 28
All Things SubstanceSex and Addiction: An Interview with Dr. Nicole PrauseIs sex addiction a real thing? What does the research say about problematic sexual behaviors? What does research say about pornography? The word addiction and the word sex are put together a lot. It’s used in popular culture often, but we didn’t get trained that it's an addiction. There’s a reason for that, it’s not an addiction. That’s what science tells us. Today’s episode is an interview with an expert in the field of sexual science, Dr. Nicole Prause.2021-01-1851 minScience VsOrgasms: Come for the ScienceThere’s this idea that the female orgasm is a complicated riddle, but for a man with a penis, getting off is easy peasy. Is there really an orgasm gap? And if so — can science explain it? To learn more, we talk to neuroscientist Dr. Nan Wise, neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause and psychologist Dr. Candice Hargons. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/340vQDV
Learn more about Dr. Nicole Prause’s’s lab, the Liberos Center: https://www.liberoscenter.com/
Check out Dr. Nan Wise’s website and her book...2020-09-2542 min
Factually! with Adam ConoverThe Myth of Sex Addiction and the Science of Sex with Nicole PrauseSex expert and scientist Nicole Prause joins Adam this week to reveal the truth about sex "addiction", debunk popular misconceptions about the science of sex, and explain how difficult it is to measure whether or not a test subject has *really* had an orgasm.
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Brains Byte BackSex Robots, INCELs and Porn Addiction with a Neuroscientist Researching Human Sexual BehaviorFrom burritos on a food delivery app to a new apartment, we can now customize everything to meet our desires. Well, what about a wife, husband or sexual partner? In this episode, we will look at how AI and humanized robots will impact our sex lives and our love lives.
To get a better understanding of how this new tech could impact our psychology and our society, I am joined by Dr. Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist researching human sexual behavior, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response. She is also the founder of Liberos LLC, an independent r...2020-02-2435 min
Good in BedFeederism & No Nut NovemberIt's almost Thanksgiving cuties!!!!! And we're celebrating with an episode on feederism, a "fat fetish focused on erotic eating, feeding, and gaining weight." This week we talk about the $1350 BDSM kit on Goop's holiday gift list, the No Fap Movement's lawsuit against Dr. Nicole Prause, and a study on how #MeToo changed the dating game. We also answer a listener's question about how to avoid sucking dick without compromising getting your clit licked.Studies: 1. Justin Lehmiller's Feederism article2. Feederism in a Woman Follow us on Instagram, @smhpod. Email us at thesmhpod@gmail.co...2019-11-251h 11Good in BedFeederism & No Nut NovemberIt's almost Thanksgiving cuties!!!!! And we're celebrating with an episode on feederism, a "fat fetish focused on erotic eating, feeding, and gaining weight." This week we talk about the $1350 BDSM kit on Goop's holiday gift list, the No Fap Movement's lawsuit against Dr. Nicole Prause, and a study on how #MeToo changed the dating game. We also answer a listener's question about how to avoid sucking dick without compromising getting your clit licked.Studies: 1. Justin Lehmiller's Feederism article2. Feederism in a Woman Follow us on Instagram, @smhpod. Email us at thesmhpod@gmail.co...2019-11-251h 11
Hound Tall with Moshe KasherOrgasms, Genital Stroking, and SexAddictionDr. Nicole Prause studies orgasms for a living she also studies a darker facet of orgasms which is sex addiction. Orgasms are real but is sex addiction? Certainly there is a compulsive sexual behavior but does it actually qualify as an addiction? It’s complicated but that’s what we’re discussing on this episode joining us are comedians Brian Huskey Joe Derosa and Sabrina Jalees.2019-09-1000 min
Sex Talk with Erika MileyHow Sex Science Can Impact Your Life Today ft. Dr. Nicole PrauseOn this show Erika talks about research generally. But what can sexuality research do for you? How can sexuality research change your life today? Today is the day for those answers. Dr. Nicole Prause a sexuality research for the Liberos Center helped to shead some light on how sex, masturbation, and the research that we have right now that supports overall change in your health. Full show notes here.
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2019-08-2229 min
American Sex PodcastSex Research with Nicole Prause - Ep 99Nicole Prause, Ph.D. gives us an eye-opening view into the world of a sex researcher. We learn about the latest sexuality research like brain hacking to normalize sexual desire, scientific sex product research, and the very specific laboratory definition of an orgasm that surprisingly fails to line up with what many of us experience in the bedroom. We get into the internal clitoris, vasocongestion, skene's glands, the mystery of sexual vaginal lubrication, and the most sensitive areas of the clitoral glans. Have you heard that men are more sexually visual, orgasms are different based on gender, or the...2019-08-1947 min
American SexSex Research with Nicole Prause - Ep 99Nicole Prause, Ph.D. gives us an eye-opening view into the world of a sex researcher. We learn about the latest sexuality research like brain hacking to normalize sexual desire, scientific sex product research, and the very specific laboratory definition of an orgasm that surprisingly fails to line up with what many of us experience in the bedroom. We get into the internal clitoris, vasocongestion, skene's glands, the mystery of sexual vaginal lubrication, and the most sensitive areas of the clitoral glans. Have you heard that men are more sexually visual, orgasms are different based on gender, or the...2019-08-1947 min
Innovation Crush#218: Dr. Nicole Prause - All Sex EverythingThe neuroscience of orgasm is relatively uncharted territory, with some of the most groundbreaking developments being led by Dr. Nicole Prause. As the founder of the Liberos Center -- a sexual biotechnology company -- Nikki has used the study of sex as a gateway for studying everything from clinical depression to relationships to branding. Both a neuroscientist and technology inventor, she has a long history of inventing her own tools and processes to advance her craft. From hacking Arduino circuit boards, to developing projection methodologies for performance artists, her career has been fueled by a combination brains, curiosity, and...2019-04-2350 min
Masters of Craft#218: Dr. Nicole Prause - All Sex EverythingThe neuroscience of orgasm is relatively uncharted territory, with some of the most groundbreaking developments being led by Dr. Nicole Prause. As the founder of the Liberos Center -- a sexual biotechnology company -- Nikki has used the study of sex as a gateway for studying everything from clinical depression to relationships to branding. Both a neuroscientist and technology inventor, she has a long history of inventing her own tools and processes to advance her craft. From hacking Arduino circuit boards, to developing projection methodologies for performance artists, her career has been fueled by a combination brains, curiosity, and...2019-04-2350 minWatching AmericaSex AddictionA surprising and sometimes difficult conversation with Nicole Prause, PhD; Erica Garza, author of "Getting Off: One Woman's Journey Through Sex and Porn Addiction"; and Charles (a pseudonym), who is heavily involved in Sex Addicts Anonymous2019-03-1400 min
Girl Boner Radio: True Sex and Relationship StoriesOrgasm Tips, Myths and ScienceSex therapist Vanessa Marin joins August to explore common orgasm myths, ways to experience your first orgasm and how to infuse your sex life with more fun and pleasure. August also shares highlights from her chat with researcher Nicole Prause, PhD, about her research on female sexual arousal, sex toys and orgasm. Dr. Megan Fleming invites listeners to a fun, free online event! Learn more and sign up for occasional Girl Boner extras by email at augustmclaughlin.com/blog.2019-02-0648 min
Make More Love Not WarScience of Sex | Nicole Prause Ph.D.Where do we stand as a society on actual scientific research on sexuality? There are three key moments in history that mark genuine milestones in the scientific research of sexuality. First was in 1947, when Alfred Kinsey founded the institute for Sex Research at Indiana University provoking controversy at the time. He is best known for the Kinsey scale which rates ones sexual orientation. The second was in 1957, when William Masters and Virginia Johnson pioneered research into the nature of human sexual response and diagnosis and treatment of sexual disorders and dysfunctions. They recorded some of the first laboratory data on...2019-01-281h 32
Hard ConversationsInsights from a Sex Researcher and NeuroscientistTim talks to neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause about the neuroscience of erections (of course!), the ins and outs of conducting sex research, and how porn and partnered sex affect the brain differently. She dispels myths about the correlation between testosterone levels and erections and talks about how neuroscience likely validates the effectiveness of sensate focus. They also get technical, discussing penile salience networks, transcranial magentic stimulation and what neuroimaging tells us about sex.2018-10-091h 09Science VsSex Addiction: Are They Faking It?Harvey Weinstein and Kevin Spacey are said to have it. You probably have a friend who says they have it too. But is sex addiction the refuge of scoundrels? Or is it a real psychological problem? We speak to sex therapist Dr. David Ley, clinical psychologist Dr Shane Kraus, neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause, and someone we call Jeff.If you are experiencing troubles related to sex, you can look for support here.Check out our full transcript and its beautiful thickets of footnotes: http://bit.ly/2rvVfWDTo find a list of our...2018-04-0536 min
Circle of WillisNicole Prause Welcome to Episode 11, where NICOLE PRAUSE and I discuss, among other things, the scientific study of orgasm, the pernicious effects of social discomfort about sex on those trying to study it, and her journey from sleepy little Beaumont, Texas to sparkly, cutting-edge Los Angeles. Life hasn’t always been easy for Nikky, but that’s just made her scrappy—a determined problem solver. Nikky Prause is an expert psychophysiologist and neuroscientist. She trained among other places at the KINSEY INSTITUTE for Research in Sex, Gender and Reproduction, at Indiana University in Bloomington. She’s an associate research scientist at UCLA and...2018-03-191h 16
Circle of WillisPreview: Nicole PrauseHi Everyone!The NICOLE PRAUSE episode--Episode 11--is coming soon, but it isn't quite ready for release yet. In the meantime, here's a short clip from our conversation about how Nicole actually, literally, stimulates research participants to orgasm in her laboratory. A warning:this preview contains a lot of genital talk. And apologies for my nervous giggling. I'm only human!More soon!Jim2018-03-0906 min
Align PodcastDr. Nicole Prause: Science of Orgasm, Sex & Masturbation | Ep. 154Nicole Prause, Ph.D is an American neuroscientist researching human sexual behaviour, addiction, and the physiology of sexual response. She is also the founder of Liberos LLC, an independent research institute.2018-02-121h 01
InfluencersThe Science of Sex with Dr. Nicole PrauseDr. Nicole Prause has made a career of doing high quality peer reviewed research on human sexuality and its impact on our lives. Join us as she shares the incredible inaccuracies, half-truths, and blatant lies that have perpetuated through the ages. I guarantee you will be surprised.2017-11-1332 min
Sunday Night Health ShowSunday Night Sex Show Seg 1 - Sept 10thDr. Peter Black joins the program to discuss how certain men regret the kind of treatment they get for prostate cancer. Nicole Prause, who is a sexual psycologist also comes on the program to talk about preforming sexual acts in a lab to further understand SEX. She uses an interesting primary rewards program. 2017-09-1138 min
Here We AreSex Drive + Masturbationwith Nicole Prause.
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Here We AreSex Drive + Masturbationwith Nicole Prause.
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Here We AreSex Drive + Masturbationwith Nicole Prause.
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Here We AreSex Drive + Masturbationwith Nicole Prause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2017-06-261h 25
DreXMarch 18, 2016 8pmDr. Nicole Prause talks sexual addiction!2016-03-2433 min
Only HumanThe Science of Turning Her OnThe new “female Viagra” has been underwhelming. But researcher Nicole Prause is on a mission to find out what it takes for women to have better sex.2016-03-0824 min
Only HumanThe Science of Turning Her OnThe new “female Viagra” has been underwhelming. But researcher Nicole Prause is on a mission to find out what it takes for women to have better sex.
2016-03-0824 min
Here We Are3D Printed Dildos + Anal Probeswith Nicole Prause.
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Here We Are3D Printed Dildos + Anal Probeswith Nicole Prause.
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Here We Are3D Printed Dildos + Anal Probeswith Nicole Prause.
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The Mating Grounds PodcastDr. Nicole Prause Interview (Part 2)In part two of her interview, Dr. Nicole Prause, Tucker, and Geoff tell you what you need to know about orgasms, the g-spot, the clitoris, the current state of sex research, and what we don't know about sexual physiology.2014-12-0552 min
The Mating Grounds PodcastDr. Nicole Prause Interview (Part 1)Our guest today is Dr. Nicole Prause, a sex researcher from UCLA. In this episode, Dr. Prause, Tucker, and Geoff discuss penis size preferences, what traits are more important than penis size, what traits are less important, and female orgasms.2014-11-2852 min