Men Are Struggling With Sex & Dating — Here’s Why [with Caitlin V]
Why are so many men feeling lost when it comes to sex & dating? From porn, performance pressure, social isolation, fear of rejection, lack of good role models, a hyper-sexualized society and the lingering impacts of MeToo - modern men are facing a perfect storm of challenges that are very difficult to navigate - and are rarely talked about...🔴 - You can also watch this episode on Youtube.Today I'm joined by Caitlin V (a renowned sexologist and men’s coach) for a deeper look at what’s actually going on beneath the surface.IN THIS EPISODE:0:00 Welcome & Intro6:26 The State of Modern Men (in Sex & Dating)8:33 Impact of MeToo and Porn on Men’s Intimacy11:35 Pornhub Searches Reveal a Deeper Longing for Connection15:19 The Hard Truth About Dating18:03 What Happens When Women Start Initiating?20:30 The Fantasy of Dominance: Why Simple Gender Roles Seduce Us22:54 The Male Confidence Crisis24:27 Dating as a Life-Transforming Journey28:13 Better Sex Is a Skill: (Why You SHOULD Practice)29:04 Where Most Men Get Stuck32:03 The Truth About Erections & Emotions34:01 The Antidote to Anxiety in Bed39:16 Semen Retention & Sexual Discipline42:03 Can Semen Retention Hurt You? (Research Discussion)47:04 The Power & Importance of Ejaculation55:02 Squirting: What's the Deal With This?01:01:11 Squirting, Shame, and the Trap of Goal-Oriented Sex01:07:15 Caitlin’s New Music-Responsive Sex Toy: Pleasure Beyond VibrationCONNECT WITH CAITLIN :🔸 Caitlin's Youtube Channel🔸 Caitlin's New Music-Responsive Sex Toy🔸 Caitlin's WebsiteWORK WITH TAYLOR:🔸 Liberate Your Lifeforce Retreat (August, 2025)🔸 Orgasmic Mastery Course (September, 2025)🔸 Advanced Somatics & Leadership Training for Men (October, 2025):🔸 FREE 7-Day Semen Retention ChallengeSupport the show
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Is Sexual Polarity Hurting Your Relationship? (Do This Instead) – with Londin Winters
What if the sexual polarity practices meant to ignite your sex life are actually killing your connection? In today's episode we explore the shadow side of polarity work - and how you can move beyond it to build incredible charge in your relationship.🔴 - You can also watch this episode in Youtube.You'll hear about how Londin and her partner almost ruined their relationship by practicing masculine/feminine polarity... and you'll hear how they bring polarity in now - in new and healthy ways that help their relationship and sex lives truly thrive.Also - if you're a man who likes women - we dive into what you can realistically expect from a women in conscious relationship, and why sacred sex starts with structure. It's a great episode, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy it. If you do, please share it with a friend. Let's spread the good word of relational intentionality! :)-TaylorWORK WITH LONDIN :🔸 Londin's Website🔸 Londin's Next In-Person Couples Workshop🔸 Londin's InstagramWORK WITH TAYLOR:🔸 Orgasmic Mastery Course🔸 Liberate Your Lifeforce Retreat (August, 2025)🔸 Advanced Somatics & Leadership Training for Men (October, 2025): 🔸 FREE 7-Day Semen Retention ChallengeEPISODE TIMES & TOPICS:00:00 Welcome to the Sex Upgraded Podcast! 01:40 Londin Winters' Background 06:37 The Dangers of Polarity Work 14:32 Alpha/Omega VS Masculine/Feminine Polaritry16:36 The Woman’s Role: Leading With Love & Color25:49 How to Become a Woman Worthy of Sexual Worship31:24 Sex as a Living Prayer 36:15 Energetic Agility for Women39:38 Why Scheduled Intimacy Unlocks Deeper Trust 51:55 EXERCISE: The Seer and Feeler Dynamic That Melts Walls56:50 Why Men Shut Down Emotionally—and What Helps 1:02:19 Why Women Don’t Trust "Providing Alone"1:06:22 EXERCISE: The "I Want" Practice That Revives Erotic Fire1:10:04 Reclaiming Desire & Consent After #MeToo 1:14:12 Embodied Transmission VS Online LearningSupport the show
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Embodiment: The MISSING KEY to Great Sex & Leadership – with John Wineland
In this episode: ✅ Why embodiment is the real key to sexual mastery, deep love, and trustworthy leadership. There's a reason most men aren't having the sex, impact, or depth of connection they truly want in life — and it's probably not what you think.In this episode with John Wineland, we'll explore something far more powerful than any mainstream sex technique — something that's usually missing from most men’s lives: embodiment.🔴🎥 - You can also watch this episode on Youtube.WE EXPLORE:✅ Why embodiment is the real key to sexual mastery, deep love, and trustworthy leadership✅ How most men unconsciously sabotage their efforts at this✅ The link between your nervous system's capacity and your ability to hold real power (emotional, sexual, and energetic)✅ How to powerfully lead as a man — in life, in sex, and in service to the world (embodied leadership)✅ Why in-person men's groups can be so transformationalLet's get into it!-TaylorWORK WITH JOHN :🔸 John's Podcast🔸 John's Teacher Training🔸 John's InstagramWORK WITH TAYLOR:🔸 Orgasmic Mastery Course🔸 Liberate Your Lifeforce Retreat (August, 2025)🔸 Advanced Somatics & Leadership Training for Men (October, 2025): 🔸 FREE 7-Day Semen Retention ChallengeEPISODE TIMES & TOPICS:00:00 Introduction 02:00 What Is Embodiment?08:36 Sticking Points for Men in Embodiment15:33 The Deeper Mission: Love17:20 The Transformational Power of Group Men’s Work21:51 Embodiment vs. Strategy and Physiological Transformation28:05 Polarity and Sacred Intimacy Explained33:33 Intimacy as a Missing Ingredient in Modern Life37:11 Should You Do Polarity Work, Therapy, or Workshops?39:07 Relationships as a Conscious Choice and Required Skills44:36 Childhood Wounds and Relationship Dynamics50:09 The Power of an Open Heart in Masculinity52:46 Bringing the Heart into Sex55:57 Energetic Penetration Explained59:29 Final Reflections and Overview of John’s Programs#menswork #embodiedleadership #leadershipdevelopmentSupport the show
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Is Porn Draining Your Sexual Vitality? ⚠️ (+ How to Get it Back) - with Jeremy Lipkowitz
Most men don’t realize what porn is actually costing them… until it’s already showing up in their sex life, motivation, or relationships. *(And, you're not alone, I struggled with this too). I highly recommend listening if you've EVER questioned your use of or relationship with porn...🔴 🎥 - You can also watch this episode on Youtube here.In today's episode, Jeremy (who is a full time Porn Addiction Recovery Coach for men) and I dive into:✅ - How watching porn (even when it seems “normal”) can quietly drain your vitality, confidence, sexual performance and your connection to what really matters... ✅ - How to help you identify whether or not you have a problematic and/or addictive relationship with porn...✅ - What to do about it - how to stop watching porn (if you want to)✅ - How to create a healthy and thriving life & sex life without porn--------You'll hear personal stories from both of us... (we were both addicted), you'll get new ways to think about sex and arousal, and you'll get practical tools you can start using today - to transform any behavior you want INTO a healthy choice that supports the life you want to live.To be very clear: this conversation is NOT going to shame you or guilt trip you - it's here to help us men navigate one of the most alluring and destructive forces on the planet (porn). For that, we need awareness, compassion, discernment and strength.Thanks for being here. Let's get into it!-Taylor-----WORK WITH JEREMY :🔸 Unhooked Academy (90-Day Porn Reboot)🔸 Youtube🔸 InstagramWORK WITH TAYLOR:🔸 Orgasmic Mastery Course (September 2025)🔸 Liberate Your Lifeforce Retreat (August, 2025) 🔸 Advanced Somatics & Leadership Training for Men (October, 2025)🔸 FREE 7-Day Semen Retention ChallengeEPISODE TIMES & TOPICS:00:00 Welcome to the Sex Upgraded Podcast01:12 Jeremy’s Story: From Porn Addiction to Mindful Manhood 03:39 How Porn Warps Sex, Intimacy & Motivation 07:27 Waking Up: Recognizing the Addiction Pattern 11:27 Lust vs. Desire: One Drains You, One Fuels You 14:58 The Subtle Costs of Porn You’re Not Noticing 24:33 Why Willpower Alone Doesn’t Work 28:49 Addiction is a Coping Mechanism, Not a Moral Failing 33:30 Build Strength Through Mindfulness & Equanimity 39:30 Jeremy’s Meditation Practice That Changed Everything 47:02 A Simple, Daily Mindfulness Practice for Recovery 53:47 The Porn Test: Are you Addicted?59:57 Porn, Objectification & Reclaiming Conscious Eros 1:06:01 Why Men Need Brotherhood (Now More Than Ever) 1:12:30 The Antidote to Numbness is... Connection1:17:57 Final Reflections & Resources to Go Deeper Support the show
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From "Nice Guy" to Sexually Confident Man (How-To) – with Traver Boehm
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” but still not getting the sex, connection, or fulfillment you want ⚠️ - this conversation might blow something wide open for you.🔴 🎥 - You can also watch this interview on Youtube.In today’s episode, I interview Traver Boehm about the Nice Guy archetype — where it comes from, how it messes with your sex life, and what it really takes to reclaim your confidence, power, and desire as a man (and why WOMEN WANT THIS).Traver doesn’t hold back. You'll hear raw personal stories, practical mindset shifts, and deep truths about what makes a man truly attractive — to women, to the world, and most importantly, to himself.This is one of those episodes that might sting a little, especially if you see yourself in the patterns we’re talking about. But it’s also packed with insight, clarity, and actionable guidance that can help you start showing up with more honesty, sexual confidence, and grounded presence — starting now.CONNECT WITH TRAVER:🔸 Instagram🔸 Kill the Nice Guy Course🔸 Uncivilized PodcastWORK WITH TAYLOR:🔸 Orgasmic Mastery Course 🔸 Liberate Your Lifeforce Retreat (August, 2025)🔸 Advanced Somatics & Leadership Training for Men (October, 2025)EPISODE TOPICS:0:00 Intro01:28 What the “Nice Guy” Archetype Actually Means 04:00 Why Being ‘Nice’ Doesn’t Get Your Needs Met 06:04 Traver’s Origin Story: Where Nice Guys Come From 11:59 Attachment VS Authenticity: The Conflict16:14 Covert Contracts: The Hidden Deals That Sabotage Sex & Connection 20:26 The “No Women in the World” Thought Experiment 24:58 Story: Not Needing Anything Makes You Magnetic 32:50 Real vs. Fake Intimacy: What Happens When You Self-Source First 35:45 ACTION STEP: How to Make Your Life Amazing40:54 Wants vs. Needs vs. Longings – A Reframe for Men 51:20 The Role of Brotherhood and Men’s Groups in Healing 01:06:57 Why Porn Hooks Nice Guys – And What It’s Really Doing to You#menswork #mensmentalhealth #mensgroupSupport the show
Helping men and their lovers experience the best sex and relationship lives possible.You'll hear wild personal stories, interviews with guest experts, and practical how-to episodes as well.TLDR: In each episode you'll get practical tools & insights you can start using today to improve your sex life AND entire life.Why?Because I (Taylor) used to struggle massively with sex. I never had a good mentor, and my struggle negatively impacted my entire life. Now after a huge journey studying sex around the world, I'm thriving, and I want to help you thrive in your sex life too. Why? Because it feels amazing! AND because the world needs more men who can embody their sexual power with confidence and integrity.Thank you for being here!-Taylor• Web: www.taylorjohnson.life• Insta: www.instagram.com/taylorclarkjohnson• Youtube: www.youtube.com/@taylorclarkjohnson