Foreplay Radio – Couples and Sex Therapy

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Sex podcast to help committed couples keep it hot! Find hope to keep your marriage and committed relationships emotionally connected and sexually erotic. Certified sex therapist Dr. Laurie Watson is joined by global leader in couples therapy - George Faller, LMFT for an expert, frank and fascinating conversation about sex, love, therapy, relationship dynamics, healthy couples and marriage. We discuss everything from best sexual techniques and solving sexual problems, to building the emotional intimacy necessary for great sex in your relationship! Two therapists bring you sound, concrete tools to reframe your relationship problems and learn how to fall in-love again, rebuild trust, and feel desire. Subscribe to us today!Check out our sponsors!Foria Wellness -- try their excellent sex oils! Their Awaken Arousal and Sex Oil are excellent for enhancing a woman's orgasm! Try it and see! Use the link Foria or use the code 'foreplay' and get 20% off your order!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Recent Reviews

Geoplanter

November 2024

This constant repetition on the pursuer / withdrawer psychology is getting quite boring. There was a time when the show was far more interesting. I think bringing back Adam would be a good step forward. in addition, handing the “steering wheel” back to Laurie would probably be the best idea.
DougLndn91

Great podcast

I’m pursuing the medical field profession and i absolutely love listening to this podcast while i work. I love all the information so far. I’m still trying to catch up. Back on 2018 episodes haha. I’ll get there.
Alisante

Heteronormative

I’ve gotten some useful tips, but the show is frustratingly heteronormative and leans really heavily into gender stereotypes. I’ve only listened to 2 episodes so far and I’ve already heard multiple fatphobic comments. I would expect therapists to be more inclusive. Besides these things, the content is interesting and helpful.
andrew4249

Great show

Much more of a relationship show than the title suggests. Even the shows about sex talk about the importance of the relationship most of the time. Both hosts have a great understanding of EFT. I wish a had them as my marriage counselors. I wish the shows were longer. Thanks
Not Michael Anthony

Breaking the negative cycle, a work in progress.

Listening to this show helped me understand the negative cycle my wife and I were stuck in for many years. Invaluable information on how to communicate and to recognize why the same issues keep coming up; why things seemingly never change; and why we seemed powerless to fix things even though we wanted and tried to many times. Thanks for content that has really helped us recognize when we’ve slipped back into the old moves, and when we need to get working together again.
Cmctks

Brilliant

Content is insightful. A wonderful approach to common relationship issues.
NewMama15

What happened?

I’ve been a listener for years… Episode 444 I can’t even get through. The editing and music overlap on voices is frustrating. I didn’t even finish the episode. Everything is lost in the music.
JTDenton

Insightful

These guys are good. Refreshing and entertaining.
Scuba/biker

Great podcast

A must listen for sex therapy. We love Laurie, she is so wise!!
AnneEFT

Fantastic!

I’ve taken trainings with George and Laurie and found them both so useful. Love this resource!
Anna 🙂🙂

Great podcast

Very informative and a wonderful guide in opening up conversation around sex. Helpful in deepening the sexual relationship
RLS 320

Great show wealth of info

Laurie is amazing! Such great information she works so hard with her research! Must listen!! George is fun.
ptjosh

Lighting a path-saving a marriage

Long time listener- initially hoping to spark things up not realizing how far my marriage had actually drifted. By the time the reality was smacking me in the face- I had accumulated so many tools, heard so many role plays, been exposed more directly to attachment and EFT— George and Laurie had been preparing me all the while. Today- we still have work to do but are in an amazing place. This is, in part, due to the podcast that’s all about sex but at the same time — all about so much more.
Jkacir

Info and mood booster!

Well worth listening, either by topic or in order. Love the football references as well, and his growth and love is always the goal. I’m in a smaller percentile where I crave info, pictures, stimulation, stories even when most people are doing more productive things (like sleeping lol). This podcast was a wonderful find, and channeled my attention in a more productive way than some of the more destructive media options I’ve done before.
Gerlach18

Great stuff

Love you guys! Keep putting out the good work
StasiaGreen

Hosts too flirty

Kinda miss Adam! He had a more professional way of speaking about couples/sexual issues. Things are too casual now. It feels uncomfortable when the whole episode is just them flirting. I don’t listen as much because the informational learning part doesn’t seem to be there.
Abe Lever

I wanna be like Laurie

When I grow-up, I want to be like Laurie. I want to be able to more effectively talk about all the things related to sex and sex-related issues and help others do the same. I want to be more effective in helping others foster better connection and repairing the breaches. I want to be equitable and all the while maintaining my values of fidelity and integrity within the committed relationship and assist those who have drifted find their way back. I am very thankful she has kept this podcast going with her various co-hosts. I continue to tell family and friends and clients about this podcast while I endeavor to dig in and learn and grow too.
Bill -Joel

George js the man

George is so wise handsome and helpful
Bellabrowneyes

Thank you

Love your pod cast I’ve had many conversations but nothing changes. I’m the purser female my husband is older so I understand! I’m not alone! And it’s normal.
GBDaveP

Used to be informative, now too many ads

This Podcast used to be amazing and provide a ton of helpful and useful content but over the last few months there has been more and more ads than actual content. It says the “Podcast” is 38 minutes long but if you add it up there is probably 8-10 minutes of useful dialogue. Too many ads, too many ads about ads, too many plugs for workshops etc. I understand sponsorships and I know many Podcasts are now one big ad but the extra ads gets ridiculous. But, I find myself skipping more ads just to get to the content.
mmogrrrl

Good Quality

They offer great advice and I think this is something that most of us could benefit from, although a lot of the conversations are very heteronormative… to the point I’m not entirely sure the hosts have ever even met a queer person. If you’re hetero yourself, they do acknowledge that rigid gender roles are silly and sometimes each partner takes a different than traditional role. If you’re in a gay or otherwise queer relationship, the info may be less helpful or you may need to extrapolate away from their heteronormative lens to apply the information to you own life. That said, I do think this show is worth a listen.. I’m just heavily aware that I am clearly not the target audience.
PreRunDonut (Darci B)

Super informative

Thank you for normalizing these conversations!
Mygoofy

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Monlun5

Game changer

This podcast has changed so many aspects of my life! I am so thankful for the wisdom that Laurie and George share with the world. I have rediscovered my sexual self thanks to Laurie! She’s been hiding out way down in my body for 27 years! My relationship w my husband has grown so much and listening to these podcasts has taught us to have conversations about sex that we were never able to have….FOR 27 YEARS! Thank you Thank you George and Laurie. You are truly a gift!
KammiG

Fun Listening

Fun to listen to but episodes are too short. I can’t believe George is handsome. He sounds so old! :)
Patcheak Family

Insightful and Equipping

Laurie and George are taking relationships to the next level. By helping couples engage in conversations about sex, intimacy and emotional connection, partners can understand themself and each other better. Come on - who doesn’t want to keep it hawt ;-)??!!
J_StayCurious

5 star podcast!

This podcast is an essential for your relationship! My husband and I have been listening for almost a year and have felt validated, and learned so many skills to bring to our conversations and our sex.
Trapped in Texas

Great Podcast

I’ve been listening for over a year. It isn’t always easy. Personal growth is like that. I’ve learned so much about recognizing the cycle and how to escape. I’m a much better communicator now. I look forward to each new episode. Laurie and George strike a balance btw being informative and comforting while also entertaining.
ksjdirhd dak

Brilliant!

This is a great podcast which shines a light on the sexual dynamics in each couple. I have learned so much and try to use their techniques in my own relationship to deepen our connection and to better understand the cycles that we are in.
jcd05a

The Best!

Such a wonderful resource! As a therapist, I recommend Foreplay Radio to all of my couples and have so appreciated what I have learned myself. What a gift Laurie and George give through this podcast, sharing much needed education in a clear way, using empathy, humor, and honor to such a integral part of relationships!
KEH82

The best

I have learned SO much about relationships and communication through this podcast. The role plays are the most helpful thing I’ve ever heard. I know I’m able to communicate in a better, healthier, more connected way. Thank you so much!!
magnificent_seven

A Must Listen

Updated Review 1/1/2023: Episode 337 on the topic of Flattery is pure gold. Nothing has brought me more frustration than to have my wife deflect and deny my compliments. This episode puts that dynamic into perspective and has allowed me to relax, take a breath, and start flattering her even more. Original Review: Foreplay Radio is 100% binge worthy. Every episode is full of practical, thoughtful and respectful insights into the dynamics of the sexual relationship. “Episode 182 Virgin Sex” should be required listening for EVERY engaged couple. Fabulous content. Amazing hosts. Thank you for reigniting my adventurous side and helping me explore greater intimacy with my wife of 25 years.
dog2324

Ewwwww

Eww I am 12 and this just popped up you need to ✋🏼
Babajun2019

Garbage

Please don’t waste your time thinking you are going to get excited.
Sarah626!

Have an episode for those that are not interested in sex but wants to have a sexual relationship?

How do you deal with those who have been sexually abused and/or has health issues that hurts the sex in their marriage? Please watch how you shame those who struggle with lack of desire….this isn’t something we chose. It is here inside of us and we don’t know how or if we can change that. For those that were abused sexually, especially as children, sex is painful, terrifying, PTSD trigger….
Horsesareforeverandeverandever

Lack of thoughtfulness

Disappointed in the shaming present in the September 1st episode. Repeatedly, both hosts say how “incomprehensible” the concept of lack-of-desire is to them. Okay, not validating complex emotions right off the bat. One of the hosts even laughs about it. She also starts the episode saying how massively sad it would be to hear this from your partner. Not once do we hear them acknowledge how hard it is to be the person with reduced desire, who wants nothing more than to have it. Additionally, they assume that a woman-identifying person is the only one experiencing this, and her “girlfriends”, and that this woman’s husband is the real victim in the scenario. I was excited to give this podcast a chance but this turned me off big time, pun intended.
MissyGinger

Amazing!

This is so helpful! I love the clarification and articulation of confusing and difficult to talk about issues. I have peace of mind that what I’m experiencing is normal. This has given me the courage and confidence to boldly embrace and talk about the most intimate issues. I now have words for all the feelings! Thank you so much!
authentic beast

My fave podcast. Real ways to talk SEX & LTR

Brava! Truthful, professional, and science-based content all of us can use tonight. (And it won’t embarrass you to listen! Ok, much...) Tho this is definitely a “straight” pod, the relationship work hits it + the how-our-body-actually-works info is invaluable no matter your age or persuasion. Feedback — how ‘bout we mix up those roleplay names? ... Miguel or Jamal, occasionally, rather than Joe? This is SUCH great work, I’d love it if it would be a tad more inclusive, ethnically. We know this baby is heard and enjoyed ‘round the planet. Big thanks to hosts & crew. Keep em comin’.
Sozo2U

Interesting take on the delicate intimacy tango

Love the analogies. This episode calls both partners out for their contribution to the problem but in a way that identifies the ‘cycle’ as perpetrator, and the couple as co-victims. Has huge merit if both parties can buy into this, the only derailing risk being in not dealing with each one’s own issues (family of origin, abuse, etc.)
Saved my marriage

Amazingly Real and Helpful Advice.

This has been the most beneficial podcast. The examples, situations, emotions, and vulnerabilities around relationships and sex are spot on. The advice provided is so supportive of both partners regardless of the situation and continually encourages patience, love, compassion, and support. Hands down the best relationship Podcast available.
Ed P Therapist

I love this podcast!!!!!

I am a psychotherapist and certified EFT therapist in Utah, and I love this podcast on many levels. Professionally it helps me better understand emotional negative cycles and sexual negative cycles, and it helps me be more effective as I work with both my individual and my couples clients - I am doing a better job of helping them them make sense of these difficult cycles that cause so much pain. And personally, this podcast helps my wife and me in our marriage big time. We listen together and it helps! I refer clients to foreplay radio all the time - and my clients and friends rave about foreplay radio. It makes my job easier. Keep the great content coming Laurie and George!
ABeachGump

Marriage Saved!

After 23 years it was either divorce or a serious reset. My OB/GYN suggested this podcast when I met with her to discuss low libido. This series has truly pulled our marriage out of the abyss. I am forever grateful to Laurie & George for their candid and caring approach to grow and improve connections for husbands & wives inside and outside the bedroom. We are thriving because of putting into practice what this podcast is teaching us!
Infamousmexicam

Changed my life

What an amazing gift. I had listened once before but wasn’t in an open place to absorb this maxing content. Started back again and it’s changed my life. Thank you George and Laurie
Traveling Chris

Better relationships, better sex

This show brilliantly blends the scientific and academic world with the everyday world, allowing us regular folk to apply research backed methods to improve our relationships with our partners. I started listening to this podcast to learn how to be a better lover for my partner, and I continue to listen to this podcast so I can be a better partner for my partner. The show respectfully approaches sex, providing space for people with various backgrounds who struggle to communicate about sex: religious upbringing, abuse, zero exposure, recent negative experiences, and many others. The concepts are explained clearly and succinctly, allowing me to enjoy a couple episodes while I mow the lawn or commute to and from work. I also find myself replaying a few episodes, specifically those that address withdrawers mindset and how to engage and support pursuers, to make sure I absorb every morsel of information. I am thankful for having found this show and look forward to each episode.
DrakeDraven

Phenomenal

Thank you George and Laurie! You are covering topics that all of us need to be educated on. There are very few of us raised with good healthy relationships with love and sex. I’m learning so much from you! It’s giving me not only valuable information, but now moves that I need to work on! Being a withdrawer this has been so helpful in seeing that my pursuer wasn’t criticizing as I had taken it, it is them fighting for us. It’s not just sex, this crosses over into all aspects of relationship. Thank you so much!
Christine3204

Making difficult concepts understandable

Thank you Laurie and George for sharing your knowledge with the world! I appreciate the professional yet relatable way you explain relationship and sexual issues and how you connect the two. You’ve helped me deepen my understanding of attachment and have normalized so many experienced for me. Please keep doing what you’re doing! Chris
team Steve-xxxx

Smart pod

The last five episodes on persuers and withdrawers are something everyone needs to hear. Ever considered changing the name so we can send it to co-workers or family members to prevent any potential funny looks?
PPawjames

Insightful and self reflection

I listen to a lot of these to help my partner and I learn to communicate better and to discuss the hard things between basic things and sexual needs. This podcast has helped be with being more gentle as I can be a bit abrasive and demanding and it’s allowed me to step out of my shoes to see where my partner could be coming from. We listen to the podcast separately and come together discuss. What stood out, where we related and if we have any apologies or anything we’d like to readdress.
nynjluv

Love it

Vety enjoyable and very informative. Entertaining with tons of valuable information thank you
thisaintnonickname

Recommended for all humans

Episodes are just the right length, focused, include perspectives from both men and women. Hosts are active professionals bringing years of experience from working with people of all types. Subscribe to this podcast to keep your love relationships thriving.