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The SmartSex PodcastSexually Curious... What Men Want to Ask A Sex Therapist "Why do I have a sex drive difference from my partner and what can I do about it? " "Why does my wife never seem to initiate sex?" "What can I do about my anger and frustration around being sexually rejected?" "How come I can't always tell if my wife has had an orgasm, and what can I do?" If you've asked one of these questions, you're not alone! Men are curious and want to have deep, intimate relationships, but sometimes can't find the answers. Doug interviews Leslie in this episode to get to the...
2025-09-2442 min
The SmartSex PodcastSexplanation... What YOU Want To Know About SexIt's Doug's turn to put Leslie in the hot seat and interviews Leslie. Doug asks the daring questions that YOU want to know the answers to: Does size really matter? Do clients take their clothes off in sex therapy? What exactly is a sex therapist and what do you do? Who comes to sex therapy and why? What is great sex anyway? How are men and women different when it comes to sex? Or are they? How does one become a sex therapist? Are some people just not sexual at all? He also presents numerous r...
2025-07-3053 min
The SmartSex PodcastMen and Sex - Lovers and LeadersLeslie has the joy of interviewing Doug in the second episode of Men and Sex. The conversation is deep and rich. We uncover what healthy sexuality is for men and what is underneath men's desires. "Most men want to be better men" but don't necessarily know the path in the intimate, sexual, interpersonal and relational arenas. Men are lovers and leaders but need to unearth and explore identity, emotions, the heart of a man, the role of porn and becoming whole as a man. Doug emphasizes the critical importance of men understanding their...
2025-06-1334 min
The SmartSex PodcastMen and Sex - What Men Really WantLeslie and Doug discuss male sexuality in a date-like set-up over a nice glass of red wine. They have a very real and at times raw conversation about men, sex, and what it's all about and cover topics including: male sexual development, the importance of sex, what is addiction, out-of-control sexual behavior, men's feelings and desires, pornography and much more THIS is a must listen to podcast! Insights, stories, wisdom about men, and at times contrary opinions gained from the real-life work and experience of joining personally with men as their mentor, coach, therapist are shared. This conversation is full...
2025-05-1546 min
The SmartSex PodcastPlay in the Bedroom In this playful episode, I'm excited to have a special guest, who is also my partner, my lover, and my best friend in life, Doug Gustafson. We talk about a timely topic - "Play" in and out of the bedroom. Play is critical to our well-being, relationships, and our marriages. Doug and I discuss play in general, play individually, and as a couple. We want to inspire you to create a playful lifestyle with your partner! Join us as we talk about all this and more, and encourage you to become smarter, healthier, and sexier! PLEASE Subscribe, Enjoy...
2025-04-1051 min
The SmartSex PodcastImagination & Fantasy in the Bedroom My husband, Doug Gustafson, interviews me as we dip into the fascinating world of fantasy and imagination in the bedroom. There are many nuances and layers to this topic, but I want you to know that you are a creative and imaginative person in and out of the bedroom! Let yourself ponder that. Considering yourself and what you want to do with your inner life enhances you personally and could potentially improve your experience as a sexual person and a sexual partner. What's fantasy all about, and what different kinds of fantasy are there? Why would we need fantasy to enh...
2025-03-1340 min
The Smart Sex PodcastMen's Self Esteem and Sex Esteem_Episode 40You've heard of self-esteem, but have you heard of sex esteem? What do self-esteem and sex esteem mean for men in particular? What is intrinsic and extrinsic about both concepts? How does it help or hurt us in the bedroom and in our relationship with our partner?Today I have a guest you know if you're a regular listener of The Smart Sex Podcast. Doug is not just my love, my sweet darling husband of 24 years. He is also a personal development, leadership, relationship, and emotional IQ coach, and a therapist of over 40 years.We're excited...
2021-09-2455 minThe Smart Sex Podcast"Play" in the Bedroom_Episode 38Today I'm excited to have a special guest, who is also my partner, my lover, and my best friend in life.We're talking about such a timely topic. "Play" is so critical to our well-being and relationships, and it has been compromised in the pandemic.Doug and I go into play in general, play individually, as a couple, and play in the bedroom. We want to inspire you to create a playful lifestyle with your partner!JOIN OUR AMAZING INTIMACY FACEBOOK TRIBE FOR COUPLES: www.thesmartsexpodcast.com/AITribeVISIT GOLOVECBD.COM/LESLIE...
2021-05-1452 minThe Smart Sex PodcastImagination and Fantasy in the Bedroom_Episode 31My husband Doug joins me to dip into the fascinating world of fantasy and imagination in the bedroom. There are many nuances and layers to this topic, but I want you to know that you are a creative and imaginative person in and out of the bedroom! Let yourself ponder that. Considering yourself and what you want to do with your inner life enhances you personally and could potentially improve your experience as a sexual person and a sexual partner.What’s fantasy all about, and what different kinds of fantasy are there? Why would we ne...
2021-01-2240 min
2020-11-161h 04The Smart Sex PodcastXXcavating the truth about Pornography and Erotica_Episode 26The subject of porn is not one that many people talk about openly. As a Sex Therapist, I have talked with so many couples about this issue. We dig deep around the topic: not just for men, but also for women and couples together.Is it okay for couples to watch porn together as a way of enhancing their relationship? What about women and erotica? Does it have some of the same effects as pornography and the compulsivity that men can form around it?Together with my husband Doug, and my producer Kristen, who will be...
2020-10-2300 minThe Smart Sex PodcastSexually Curious... What Men Want to Ask A Sex Therapist._ Episode 19Men are curious and want to know many things about sexuality and how sex works for their partner. In this episode, Doug Gustafson, Men's Coach asks Leslie the many questions men wonder about including: "Why does sex have to be so hard and complicated?" "Why does my wife never seem to initiate sex?' "What can I do about my anger and frustration around being sexually rejected?" "I have a huge sex drive and my wife doesn't, now what?" "How come I can't always tell if my wife has had an orgasm and what...
2020-06-1944 minThe Smart Sex PodcastSexplanation... What YOU Want To Know About Sex. _ Episode 18Through many years educating and answering questions on TV and social media, Leslie has heard from 1000's of people about what they most want to know about sex and relationships. So, in this episode the table is turned and Leslie is on the "hot seat". Her Coach/Therapist husband Doug Gustafson takes on the role of interviewer and asks questions YOU want to know - none of which Leslie was aware of before the interview.In this episode you will hear the real truth about these questions and more: "Does size really matter?'"Do...
2020-06-0551 minThe Smart Sex PodcastMen & Sex - Lovers & Leaders _ Episode 15In this Part 2 of Men & Sex with Doug Gustafson*, what healthy sexuality is for men and what is underneath men's desires is the central focus of this episode 15."Most men want to be better men" but don't necessarily know the path in the intimate, sexual, interpersonal and relational arenas.Men are lovers and leaders but need to unearth the "huge needs that have been put away in exile".Identity, emotions, the heart of a man, the role of porn and becoming whole as a man and better lovers and leaders are all discussed.
2020-04-2435 minThe Smart Sex PodcastMen & Sex - What Men REALLY Want._ Episode 14In this episode, Leslie's husband and coach/therapist of 40+ years Doug Gustafson joins her for a thorough look at male sexuality. In a date-like set up over a nice glass of red wine, Doug and Leslie have a very real and at times raw conversation about men, sex and what it's all about.From male sexual development, the importance of sex, addiction, out of control sexual behavior, men's feelings and desires, pornography and much more - THIS is a must listen to podcast!Doug has worked with 1000's of men and knows their hearts and minds...
2020-04-1046 minThe Smart Sex PodcastCouples in Love - Tips, Turn Ons, Best Sex & Laughter. _ Episode 11I this lively episode 11, 4 couples talk together about all things committed relationship. From talking about best and funniest sex experiences, why hotel sex is so hot, to what they most adore about each other, and what turns each other on - this episode dips into the heart of real life intimacy.Many questions are asked that would benefit any couple to answer. Except perhaps the question, "What most annoys you about your partner?" lol.Enjoy being a part of this couple round table and getting to know Laurel and Dave, Jamie and Jason...
2020-02-2843 minThe Smart Sex PodcastIs Your Relationship PC?_ Episode 09Is Your Relationship PC?In this episode I am joined by my husband Doug as we talk to one of our favorite couples, Brian and Chelsea Peitz* about... "Power Coupling."Is Power Coupling even a thing? What does it mean to be a power couple in this day and age?Is it something to aspire to in a relationship?Doug and I have been told before we are a "power couple", but we had not thought of ourselves in that light or even knew what it meant so it opened up a pondering...
2020-01-3155 minThe Smart Sex PodcastIn Pursuit of Sex: 5 Guy’s Journeys in Discovering Their Sexuality_ Episode 04In this episode Leslie talks to 5 men ages 39-67 (many husbands of the women in Episodes 1 and 2) about how they learned about, discovered and explored their sexuality in their childhoods, on into their young adult years and how it has shaped them as men and parents. In American culture, only approximately 25% of men report having any formal sex education. Nevertheless, you will hear about the pursuit and active attempts, these guys, like many, have lived through to become sexual and sexually smart. Real, intimate, honest and at times humorous conversation. Listen, enjoy, relate, consider your own...
2019-11-0837 minConfessions of a SuperMom WannabeLet's Talk About Sex: Chatting with a Marriage and Sex TherapistToday I’m talking with Marriage and Sex Therapist, Leslie Gustafson. Leslie is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist and coach and television expert. In addition to her 30 year private practice, she is Cofounder of the online Marriage Transformation Program - Get Your Dream Marriage and CEO of The Amazing Intimacy Subscription Box Co. She and her husband Doug wrote the book “Amazing Intimacy - Create A Spectacular Marriage In & Out of the Bedroom”. Leslie and I get real about sex and our sexuality as women. We talk about WHY sex is important beyond just making babies or just b...
2019-07-0100 min