Dr. Marianne Brandon

Clinical Psychologist, Diplomate in Sex Therapy, Author & Futurist
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  • The Secret to Saving a Sexless Marriage (According to Science)
    on April 6, 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about how comparing your sex life to "normal" can be misleading, and why prioritizing genuine, mindful affection often matters more than frequency in creating a fulfilling and connected relationship. The post The Secret to Saving a Sexless Marriage (According to Science) appeared first on The Sex Doctors Podcast.

  • Why You’d Rather Scroll Than Have Sex (It’s Not Just You)
    on April 2, 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about how scrolling is replacing intimacy and why the rise of human-like AI could deepen loneliness and reshape how we connect as humans. The post Why You’d Rather Scroll Than Have Sex (It’s Not Just You) appeared first on The Sex Doctors Podcast.

  • This Hormone is the Secret to Aging Better (For Men & Women)
    on March 30, 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about how new research shows testosterone is safer than we thought and could play a much bigger role in everyday health for both men and women. The post This Hormone is the Secret to Aging Better (For Men & Women) appeared first on The Sex Doctors Podcast.

  • What Happens When We Depend on AI Instead of Each Other?
    on March 26, 2026

    Some of us are outsourcing our emotional lives to AI at a speed that outpaces our ability to understand what we're giving up—and the longer we wait, the harder it will be to stop. The post What Happens When We Depend on AI Instead of Each Other? appeared first on The Sex Doctors Podcast.

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The Me Too movement helped protect people and changed important rules.

But many young men now feel unsure about how to act and what is okay.

This confusion, along with new tech, is leading some to avoid relationships.

When people feel lost, they pull away, and that gap is what

Intimacy is not the same for every couple.

Everyone has their own rhythm and pace.

Some research suggests closeness a few times a week can boost connection hormones like oxytocin.

What matters most is finding what feels right for you and staying connected.

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Sex and relationships are changing around the world.

Technology is reshaping how people meet, connect, and experience intimacy.

It affects many parts of life, including our closest relationships.

We do not always talk about it, but the shift is real.

Sex is one of the most intimate things a couple can share.

For many people, it helps keep the emotional connection strong.
For others, it is just one part of how they feel close.

What matters most is finding a balance that works for both partners.
In the end, connection looks a

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