Where's the Outrage??

Drs. Ricky and Larry Siegel hosted their weekly "Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers" podcast to discuss the lack of outrage and political attention regarding women's issues, particularly following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. They examined how women's anger and advocacy efforts are often dismissed or marginalized, citing historical examples like the medicalization of "hysteria" and the recent decline of movements like Me Too. The brothers discussed various double standards affecting women's healthcare, economic opportunities, and personal autonomy, emphasizing how issues like abortion, contraception, and workplace discrimination impact women's lives and well-being. They concluded by urging men to actively support women's rights through voting and advocacy, arguing that women's issues are ultimately men's issues that require collective action to address.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

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Sexmaxxing

The meeting focused on the internet trend of "sex maxing," which the Siegel Brothers described as an offshoot of "looks maxing." They discussed how this trend involves optimizing sexual attractiveness through grooming, fitness, supplements, and increasingly extreme cosmetic procedures. The Professor distinguished between legitimate medical treatments for sexual dysfunction and purely cosmetic enhancements, such as penis enlargement, genital fillers, and vaginal rejuvenation. They noted that many of these procedures are not medically approved and can lead to unrealistic body standards and further insecurity. The Siegel Bros. also touched on the role of social media, AI, and porn in creating these unrealistic expectations. They questioned whether these interventions truly address underlying insecurities or simply create new ones. The conversation concluded with a reflection on the need for more critical thinking and self-acceptance in the face of these trends.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

Some Sex in the News

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

What We Got Wrong -- Part 2

On this week's episode of "Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers," Drs. Richard and Larry Siegel discussed how their understanding of sexuality and sexual health has evolved over their 40-year careers. The brothers explored several key areas where professional thinking has changed, beginning with sexual desire where they discussed the shift from viewing desire as simply "horniness" to recognizing different patterns including responsive desire and the importance of feeling desired in relationships. They also examined how attitudes toward pornography have transformed from viewing it as morally problematic to recognizing it as a significant sexuality education resource, while noting the unhealthy relationship many people now have with porn consumption. The discussion concluded with their recognition that most sexual problems are "disorders of expectation" rather than purely medical or psychological issues, emphasizing the need to consider both physical and psychological factors in treatment approaches.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

What We Got Wrong

On this week's episode of "Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers," Drs. Richard and Larry Siegel discussed how their understanding of sexuality and sexual health has evolved over their 40-year careers. The brothers explored several key areas where professional thinking has changed, beginning with sexual desire where they discussed the shift from viewing desire as simply "horniness" to recognizing different patterns including responsive desire and the importance of feeling desired in relationships. They also examined how attitudes toward pornography have transformed from viewing it as morally problematic to recognizing it as a significant sexuality education resource, while noting the unhealthy relationship many people now have with porn consumption. The discussion concluded with their recognition that most sexual problems are "disorders of expectation" rather than purely medical or psychological issues, emphasizing the need to consider both physical and psychological factors in treatment approaches.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

Why Are So Many Couples in Unsatisfying Relationships?

On this week's episode of "Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers," Dr. Larry Siegel and Dr. Richard Siegel discussed the common issue of couples becoming roommates rather than intimate partners. They explored how familiarity can breed contempt and lead to disconnection in long-term relationships, explaining that many couples function well as co-parents and household managers but lose the emotional and sexual intimacy that made them fall in love. The brothers outlined five ingredients for reconnection: attention, curiosity, vulnerability, responsiveness, and erotic/affective engagement, emphasizing that couples must be intentional about staying connected and willing to take emotional risks through open communication. They discussed how electronic devices and daily routines can distract couples from each other and stressed the importance of asking open-ended questions rather than yes/no questions to maintain curiosity and connection in relationships.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

Grab Bag of Listener Questions

A lively discussion answering listeners' questions on everything from solo versus partnered activity, drugs or surgeries to "improve" sex, questions about "normal" sexual frequency and positions, the importance of ongoing consent, and more. Shout outs to sex researcher #DebbyHerbenick and renowned sex therapist and advocate #JoeKort.

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

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Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com

Sex & the Aging Male Changes Are Normal, Problems Are Not!

About Sex Talk with The Siegel Brothers

This is real talk about sex and sexuality, including questions you didn’t even know you had! The Siegel brothers have almost 60 years of combined experience as sex therapists and sexuality educators and are uniquely qualified to answer your questions and make sense of the issues. The show will also feature sexuality and sexual health experts from around the world. So join us each week for another episode of Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers.

Your Hosts

Larry Siegel is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sexuality Educator and Certified Sexuality Educator Supervisor. In addition to being the founder and Director of Sage Institute for Family Development, Larry serves on faculty of several colleges, universities and nursing schools, as well as faculty at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is co-host of the YouTube show Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers. As an educator, trainer, and consultant for over 30 years, Larry has traveled extensively around the world and is recognized as a leading educator in the areas of sexual health, development, pharmacology and substance abuse. Lawrence has also published numerous book chapters and articles in such areas as challenging the “sex addiction” model, sexual changes in aging adults, sex and drugs, relationships, and enhancing sexual experiences.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/SexTalkWithTheSiegelBrothers

Email: sextalksiegelbrothers@gmail.com