A listener in his eighties wants to know if there’s an expiration date on his sex life, and how to reconnect in the bedroom with his wife. Luckily, Emily is writing a new book about sex in long-term relationships. She delves deep into what the research reveals about couples who sustain a strong sexual connection over many years. Plus, she shares practical, science-backed sex advice on aging and navigating your changing body.



If you have a question for Emily, call the Come As You Are hotline at (646) 397-8557‬ or send a voice memo to emily@pushkin.fm. Tell us your pronouns and pseudonym (pick a name, any name!) Your question might be answered on the show.

Books mentioned by Emily: 

“Magnificent Sex” by Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz

“Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause” by Omisade Burney-Scott

“What Fresh Hell Is This?”byHeather Corinna

“Why Good Sex Matters” by Nan Wise

”Couples Sexuality After 60” by Barry and Emily M

A listener in his eighties wants to know if there’s an expiration date on his sex life, and how to reconnect in the bedroom with his wife. Luckily, Emily is writing a new book about sex in long-term relationships. She delves deep into what the research reveals about couples who sustain a strong sexual connection over many years. Plus, she shares practical, science-backed sex advice on aging and navigating your changing body.
 
If you have a question for Emily, call the Come As You Are hotline at (646) 397-8557‬ or send a voice memo to emily@pushkin.fm. Tell us your pronouns and pseudonym (pick a name, any name!) Your question might be answered on the show.
Books mentioned by Emily: 
<a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/magnificent-sex-lessons-from-extraordinary-lovers-a-dana-menard/14324686?ean=9780367181376">“Magnificent Sex” by Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz</a> 
“<a href="https://blackgirlsguidetosurvivingmenopause.com">Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause” by Omisade Burney-Scott</a>
“<a href="https://heathercorinna.com/project/what-fresh-hell-is-this-perimenopause-menopause-other-indignities-and-you-a-guide/">What Fresh Hell Is This?” by Heather Corinna</a>
<a href="https://askdoctornan.com/book/">“Why Good Sex Matters” by Nan Wise</a>
<a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/couple-sexuality-after-60-intimate-pleasurable-and-satisfying-emily-mccarthy/16384748">”Couples Sexuality After 60” by Barry and Emily M</a>

Educator and bestselling author Dr. Emily Nagoski answers questions about sex with the latest science. The eight-part series is a modern guide to sexual wellbeing, backed by groundbreaking research about desire, anatomy, orgasm and much more. In conversation with her producer, Mo, Dr. Nagoski debunks cultural myths and flips the script on everything you thought you knew about sex and sexuality. Come As You Are will help you unlock your most pleasurable life, in the bedroom and beyond.

New episodes drop on Wednesdays.

Lead production by Monique LaBorde.

Come As You Are is produced by Pushkin Industries and Madison Wells.

Show art by Sofie Birkin.

To hear episodes a week early and ads free, subscribe to Pushkin+ in Apple Podcasts or at pushkin.fm/plus.

Educator and bestselling author Dr. Emily Nagoski answers questions about sex with the latest science. The eight-part series is a modern guide to sexual wellbeing, backed by groundbreaking research about desire, anatomy, orgasm and much more. In conversation with her producer, Mo, Dr. Nagoski debunks cultural myths and flips the script on everything you thought you knew about sex and sexuality. Come As You Are will help you unlock your most pleasurable life, in the bedroom and beyond.
New episodes drop on Wednesdays.
Lead production by Monique LaBorde.
Come As You Are is produced by Pushkin Industries and Madison Wells.
Show art by Sofie Birkin.
To hear episodes a week early and ads free, subscribe to Pushkin+ in Apple Podcasts or at <a href="http://pushkin.fm/plus.">pushkin.fm/plus.</a>

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The Science of Great Sex in Long-Term Relationships

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