Talk Sex with Annette
Talk Sex with Annette Where desire meets disruption—and pleasure becomes power. Hosted by sex and intimacy coach Annette Benedetti, Talk Sex with Annette is the go-to podcast for bold, unfiltered conversations at the intersection of sexuality, identity, and empowerment. From kink to connection, self-love to sexual healing, Annette dives into the topics most people are too afraid to touch—with expert guests, raw storytelling, and a feminist lens that challenges shame and reclaims pleasure. Think smart, sexy, and radically real: this is the cultural conversation around sex that’s long overdue.
Episodes
Looking for sex positions that actually feel good—not just the ones you see in magazines or corn?
In this episode , I’m joined by therapist, and author Suzannah Weiss to break down the truth about what makes a sex position great—for your body, your pleasure, and your real life.
Whether you're dealing with size mismatches, limited flexibility, queer pairings, or past discomfort in bed, this conve...
Most people think the secret to the female orgasm is a technique.
But the truth? The biggest mistake is a mindset.
In this episode, I reveal the #1 reason she’s not finishing—and it’s probably not what you think.
You’ll learn:
- The real science behind female orgasm
- What turns her OFF (even when she loves you)
- How to use sound, breath, and feedback to get her deeply turned on
- 4 surprising ways to increase HER p...
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, we’re diving into the surprising ways sex toys are revolutionizing sexual health—and why more medical professionals are finally taking pleasure seriously.
You’ll learn:
- Why vibrators are being recommended by doctors and therapists
- The science behind using pleasure tools to treat conditions like pelvic pain, low libido, and arousal disorders
- How integrating toys into your healt...
Ever fantasized about a threesome—but worried it might get… complicated?
In this episode, I break down exactly how to plan a threesome without turning it into an emotional mess. From red and green flags when choosing a third to the real reasons you shouldn’t go there, we’re covering the stuff most people skip.
✅ Why your reason for having a threesome matters
🚩 Signs the third might be a bad fit
💬 The c...
What happens when bad sex, emotional labor, and a complete lack of foreplay push you to swear off men altogether? In this spicy and unfiltered Pride Month episode, I’m joined by three of my closest queer friends to unpack a rising trend: women “coming out” after a string of terrible relationships with men.
We ask the big, controversial question: Can a man be so bad in bed that he turns you gay?
Spoiler: it’s not t...
Most people treat hand jobs like a throwaway move—a lazy warmup or a teenage fallback. But done right? A hand job can be more intimate, dominant, and orgasmic than penetration or oral.
In honor of National Hand Job Day, I'm breaking down exactly how to use your hands to blow someone's mind—whether you're stroking a penis, massaging a vulva, or pleasuring a nonbinary partner. This is the Ultimate Hand Job...
Ever wonder why she’s not as turned on—or as fast—as you are?
You're not alone. And she's not broken.
In this episode, I’m joined by sociologist, intimacy coach, and TEDx speaker Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus to unpack one of the most misunderstood issues in sex and relationships: the arousal gap.
We’ll break down:
✅ Why men often feel ready in seconds—and women don’t
✅ What’s really going on when she “se...
Is body shame secretly killing your sex life?
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, we're diving into one of the biggest (and most overlooked) blockers of desire and orgasm—body image anxiety.
If you're hiding under the covers, turning off the lights, or keeping your shirt on during sex… this episode is for you.
You’ll learn:
🔥 Why self-consciousness about your body shuts down arousal and orgasm...
Is sex addiction even real?
In this bold and much-needed episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sue Milstein and her co-host Charlie for a raw conversation that takes on the myths and misinformation around hypersexuality and so-called “sex addiction.”
We talk about:
– Why “sex addiction” isn’t actually a clinical diagnosis
– How pathologizing pleasure fuels shame and repression
– The difference between compulsive beh...
You don’t need to touch his penis to turn him on.
In fact… you don’t even need your hands.
In this how-to episode, I’m teaching you how to seduce and dominate a man using nothing but your feet, your voice, and your eyes.
We’re diving into the art of foot play—how to use your toes to tease, your arches to apply pressure, and your whole body to command his attention.
You’ll learn:
- How to give a beginner-frien...
What happens when a woman truly owns her sexuality?
The s*x gets better. The spark comes back. And trust us—he’ll feel it too.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I’m joined by Dr. Bonnie Comfort—psychologist, author, and expert in helping women ditch sexual shame and step into real, raw pleasure. We’re breaking down how to stop performing, start feeling, and completely transform your sex life—from ...
Let’s talk about one of the most craved beginner kinks—spanking—and why most people are doing it completely wrong.
In this episode, I break down the art and psychology of erotic spanking: how to build anticipation, where to touch before you strike, and how to use your hand to sting, seduce, and satisfy. You’ll learn how to read her body’s response in real time, avoid common mistakes, and make it so good she’ll beg you ...
Licensed clinical social worker and poly coach Emily Lambert Robins joins me for a no‑fluff guide on coming out as polyamorous—gracefully. We unpack the most common slip‑ups, why it can feel scarier than coming out LGBTQ+, and the essential conversations you need to have before going public. You’ll hear real scripts to make the moment smoother, wild reaction stories (and how to handle them), plus how to address family...
We’ve been taught that power is all about being on top. But I’m here to show you why missionary—yes, missionary—is a secret dom move when you know how to work it. This episode is all about owning the position we were told to just lie there in. Because power? It’s not about where your body is. It’s about your intention.
You’ll learn:
• How to control the angle, rhythm, and pace from below
• Verbal cues...
Think gender is just “man” or “woman”—and anything else is made up?
Then this conversation is for you.
Because understanding gender-expansive identities isn’t about being “woke” or politically correct—it’s about being human. About expanding your capacity for empathy, connection, and truth.
In this episode, I’m joined by Kate S. Logan, a Marriage & Family Therapist Associate at Gender Wellness Los Angeles. Kate ...
You’ve been doing cowgirl all wrong—and no, it’s not your fault.
Most people are never taught how to ride in a way that actually feels good, builds orgasmic rhythm, and keeps your partner completely wrecked beneath you. That ends today.
In this episode, I’m breaking down 4 powerful cowgirl techniques that make you feel confident, connected, and absolutely unforgettable on top. You’ll learn:
✨ How to ride for your pleasur...
You thought dating women would be easier? Think again.
This Pride Month, I’m pulling back the sheets on what it really looks like when women date women. Spoiler alert: it’s not just soft touches, flannel, and U-Hauls. There’s bi-phobia, late-in-life confusion, misread signals, and emotional landmines no one warned us about. But there’s also unmatched heat, intimacy, and magic—when you know what you’re doing.
In this col...
This Pride Month, we’re celebrating one of the most iconic, empowering, and downright delicious acts: face sitting. Whether you call it queening, throne work, or just your favorite seat in the house—this episode is your step-by-step guide to doing it with confidence, control, and unapologetic joy.
We’ll break down:
- What face sitting actually is—and why it’s more than just a sexy pose
- The myths that keep people (espec...
Can you be a mom and a sexual being?
Our culture loves moms—as long as they’re selfless, sleepless, and silent about their desire. But what happens when a mother wants to reclaim her seductress energy?
In this raw and radically honest episode, I’m joined by licensed therapist Emma Shandy Anway to take a wrecking ball to the Madonna/Whore complex and everything it’s done to women’s sex lives.
We talk about:
- Why b...
Most men go straight for missionary, or cowgirl—and completely miss the one position that practically hands her an orgasm on a silver platter.
In this episode, I’m walking you through the best sex position you’re probably not using—and exactly why it works. We’re talking G-spot access, A-spot pressure, clit contact without a circus of props or acrobatics.
You’ll get:
- The science behind why this angle turns her on
- Step...
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