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
Ready to heat things up this October? 🎃🔥
Forget haunted houses—this Kinktober is about unlocking new thrills in the bedroom. In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I’m breaking down 5 beginner-friendly kinks you can explore right now, with a fun challenge for each one.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
✨ The science behind why spanking and impact play feel so addictive
✨ How chastity and tease/denial hack y...
Premature ejaculation is the most common sexual struggle men face—yet almost no one is talking about it honestly.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I sit down with Jeff Bennett, CEO of Morari, to unpack what really causes PE and explore the many solutions men can try. From lifestyle shifts and breathwork to cutting-edge sexual health tech, we dig into how you can last longer, reduce performance anxiet...
We’re told some things in the bedroom are off limits — too risky, too taboo. But the truth? Those “forbidden” moves might be the key to more trust, more intimacy, and more unforgettable connection.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I’m sharing 7 forbidden-ish intimacy moves that surprise, excite, and actually bring you closer. From consent contracts to mirror play to controlled pauses, these science-backed tech...
Ever feel like you and your partner just aren’t speaking the same sexual language? You’re not “broken,” you might just be mismatched. In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I sit down with Nicholas Velotta, Head of Relationship Research at Arya and PhD researcher at the University of Washington, to unpack the Erotic Persona Framework—the 4 sexual archetypes that explain why routine sex fizzles, why desire misfires,...
Most men think oral sex is about fancy tongue tricks or lasting as long as possible. But here’s the truth: the #1 mistake isn’t about your technique — it’s about what you’re missing.
In this episode, I break down:
✨ The biggest oral sex mistake men make (and why it ruins connection)
✨ Common myths that sabotage you — like the dreaded “lizard flick” move 🦎
✨ How to use your mouth and your hands together...
If they finish… then shut down, this episode is for you. Today we break down dismissive-avoidant attachment in the bedroom—why someone can crave the physical but avoid the intimate—and what actually works to make connection (and foreplay/aftercare) easier.
I’m joined by Dr. Sam Zand, holistic psychiatrist, Chief Medical Officer at Better U, and founder of Anywhere Clinic. We cover:
- How dismissive-avoidant shows up i...
FemDom doesn’t have to be scary, it can be soft, playful, and insanely hot.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I break down 5 simple steps to Gentle FemDom, so you can explore dominance without latex, whips, or dungeon vibes. Because real FemDom is about confidence, not costumes.
What you’ll learn:
- The body language shift that makes you instantly more commanding
- How to use your voice to turn requests into irre...
Curious about butt stuff but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. In this beginner-friendly guide, I sit down with Tim Lagman, certified sex educator and host of Sex Ed With Tim, to break down how to make backdoor play fun, safe, and yes—seriously pleasurable.
Together we cover:
✅ How to warm up the right way
✅ What lube + toys make it easy and enjoyable
✅ Tips to keep things sexy (not awkward)
Want to last longer in bed—without numbing creams, pills, or awkward distractions?
You’ve been told to count backwards, think about baseball, or change positions… but none of that actually works. And worse? It disconnects you from your partner.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I’ll show you 3 science-backed moves you can use tonight to control your arousal, boost her orgasms, and turn ordinary sex into th...
Kinky couples are some of the most communicative, consent-savvy lovers out there—but that doesn’t mean their relationships are drama-free. Sometimes the same power dynamics that light you up in the bedroom can throw things off outside of it.
In this episode, I talk with Wendi L. Dumbroff, MA, LPC, a kink-affirming couples & sex therapist, about the struggles kinky couples don’t always see coming—like mismatched app...
Is your intimacy starting to feel predictable? You’re not alone. Most couples fall into the same positions, the same rhythm, and the same script — and that’s when connection can start to feel routine instead of exciting.
In this episode, I’m revealing the #1 move that transforms ordinary intimacy into an unforgettable experience — the kind your partner can’t stop thinking about afterward. Backed by science an...
What happens when kink becomes the key to healing religious shame?
In this raw and redemptive episode I sit down with Lauren Elise Rogers, a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator who grew up in a high-control religion. Together, we unpack how purity culture distorts sexuality—and how kink can actually be a path to freedom, power, and deep healing.
Lauren shares her personal story of leaving behind religious indoct...
Quickies don’t have to be rushed, sloppy, or forgettable. In fact, when you know what to do, a 10-minute quickie can be hotter, more intense, and more memorable than an all-night session.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I’m breaking down the science of why urgency and anticipation heighten arousal, the mistakes most people make that ruin quickies, and the exact step-by-step moves that will make any quickie fe...
What’s the “right” size to satisfy a woman? How often should you really be having sex—or masturbating? And is it weird if you’re into something like ball-busting? Today, I’m joined by certified sexologist Dr. Susan Milstein to tackle the most-searched, most-avoided questions men have about sex, performance, and pleasure. We’re breaking down the myths, the science, and the real answers you won’t get from late-night Go...
Before you even touch her, you can have her thinking about you, craving you, and pulling you closer.
In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I reveal the exact blueprint for what to do hours before sex so she’s already turned on and fully invested when you get to the bedroom.
✅ The psychology & science of building anticipation
✅ Step-by-step moves that work without crossing her boundaries
✅ Common ...
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...
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