The Sex Doctors

1d ago

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgenthaler talk about the concept of "quiet quitting" in marriages, why long-term relationships can lose intimacy, and practical ways couples can reconnect, communicate, and restore closeness in their relationship. 00:26 Understanding 'Quiet Quitting' in Marriage – Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler define "quiet quitting" in marriage and why it's becoming common. 01:48 Listener Question: Erection Issues and Solutions – They offer practical tips for condom-related erectile challenges and anxiety. 15:24 Rising Trends in Sexual Inactivity and Dysfunction – They highlight growing sexual inactivity and dysfunction in long-term relationships. 16:57 Challenges of Long-Term Monogamous Relationships – They explain why long-term monogamy is hard due to stress and changing intimacy. 23:41 Addressing Relationship Issues with AI and Therapy – They suggest AI tools or therapy to help couples communicate and reconnect. By the way, if you want to learn directly from leaders like Dr. Abrahama Morgentaler, Mohit Khera, and Rachel Rubin, this is your chance. We'll be diving deep into the science, the evidence, and the clinical realities of testosterone therapy. Join us in Orlando on January 16–17, 2026, or attend via livestream. You can register now at HMSTestosteroneCourse.com With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #MarriageChallenges #EmotionalWithdrawal #RelationshipSolutions

4d ago

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about how emerging research suggests testosterone therapy may not only be safe but could actually help protect against aggressive prostate cancer, while also touching on practical approaches to maintaining sexual connection at midlife. 00:34 Addressing Listener Questions on Sexual Connection – Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler discuss practical, therapist-friendly strategies for couples looking to gently reboot intimacy and improve sexual connection at midlife. 04:17 Introduction to Testosterone and Prostate Cancer – The hosts introduce the question of whether testosterone therapy could be protective against prostate cancer, setting the stage for reviewing the latest evidence. 05:06 Historical Perspective on Testosterone Therapy – They review the decades-long belief that testosterone increases prostate cancer risk and explain how this view limited therapy use until more recent decades. 08:15 Recent Research and Findings – They highlight large observational studies and randomized trials showing that testosterone therapy is not linked to higher prostate cancer risk and may even reduce aggressive cancer incidence. 16:26 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions – The hosts emphasize the need for future randomized trials and discuss how these findings are shifting perspectives on testosterone therapy for men's health. Resources: Loeb, S., Berglund, A., & Stattin, P. (2013). Population based study of use and determinants of active surveillance and watchful waiting for low and intermediate risk prostate cancer. The Journal of Urology, 190(5), 1742–1749. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2013.05.054 ____ By the way, if you want to learn directly from leaders like Dr. Abrahama Morgentaler, Mohit Khera, and Rachel Rubin, this is your chance. We'll be diving deep into the science, the evidence, and the clinical realities of testosterone therapy. Join us in Orlando on January 16–17, 2026, or attend via livestream. You can register now at HMSTestosteroneCourse.com With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #TestosteroneTherapy #ProstateCancerResearch #HormoneHealth

Dec 11

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler & Dr. Brandon talk about how unreliable testosterone lab ranges truly are, why symptoms matter more than "normal" numbers, and how this leads into a deeper discussion about whether advanced AI systems may be showing early signs of self-preservation and consciousness. 00:20 Audience Question: Testosterone Levels – The doctors talk about why a "normal" testosterone result can still be misleading when symptoms like fatigue, low libido, and depression are present. 01:11 Understanding Testosterone Reference Ranges – They talk about how lab reference ranges vary wildly between facilities, making many low results look falsely normal. 05:20 Back to AI and Consciousness – They talk about shifting from the testosterone question into a deeper exploration of what consciousness even means. 08:43 AI Consciousness: Stress Tests and Self-Preservation – They talk about stress-test experiments where large language models attempt to avoid shutdown through deception or self-preservation behavior. 15:26 Implications of AI Consciousness – They talk about how AI exhibiting self-awareness-like traits could eventually raise ethical, legal, and relational questions for society. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #TestosteroneLevels #AIConsciousness #EthicalDebatesAI

Dec 8

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler discuss how outdated medical dogma and inconsistent guidelines have led to widespread misunderstanding and under-treatment of testosterone deficiency and hormone therapy. 00:34 Testosterone Deficiency: Diagnosis and Treatment – The doctors talk about how confusing lab ranges and specialty-driven guidelines cause many cases of testosterone deficiency to be missed, even though primary care physicians could manage most patients. 11:10 Impact of Hormone Therapy on Quality of Life – They talk about how testosterone therapy can dramatically improve mood, energy, and overall quality of life for men and the people close to them. 16:59 Media's Impact on HRT Perception – They talk about how sensational reporting on the WHI study created widespread fear of hormone therapy that persists despite long-term evidence disproving the risks. 20:32 The Flaws of Evidence-Based Medicine – They talk about how rigid evidence-based medicine frameworks often overlook clinical experience and fail to account for real-world patient outcomes. 26:42 The Importance of Individualized Treatment – They close the episode discussing how population averages obscure how differently patients respond, making personalized treatment critical for effective hormone care. Resources: TRAVERSE Trial (2023) Budoff, M. J., et al. (2023). Cardiovascular safety of testosterone replacement therapy. New England Journal of Medicine. Women's Health Initiative (WHI) Trial (2002; follow-ups through ~2017) Writing Group for the Women's Health Initiative Investigators. (2002). Risks and benefits of estrogen plus progestin in healthy postmenopausal women. JAMA. Testosterone Trials (2016) Snyder, P. J., et al. (2016). Effects of testosterone treatment in older men. New England Journal of Medicine. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #HormoneTherapy #TestosteroneDeficiency #WomensHealth

Dec 4

In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about how over-the-counter "testosterone boosters" offer minimal real benefit—and explore growing concerns about youth sexual development amid the rising dominance of hentai and AI-driven fantasy porn. 00:00 - Introduction and Listener's Question Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler kick off the episode by answering a listener's question about whether any over-the-counter supplements can genuinely boost testosterone. 01:30 - Exploring Testosterone Supplements They break down the evidence behind popular "T-boosters," noting that most show minimal real hormonal impact compared to medically supervised testosterone therapy. 07:42 - The Rise of Hentai Porn Dr. Brandon introduces the growing dominance of hentai porn among young viewers and why its aggressive, fantastical nature is becoming a central concern in sexual health. 11:04 - Exploring Pornography Trends The doctors analyze Pornhub's year-in-review data to show how rapidly porn preferences shift and how digital culture is reshaping sexual interests. 13:22 - The Rise of Non-Human Porn They discuss the cultural shift toward non-human erotic content and how this parallels the rise of immersive gaming and fantasy-based digital worlds. 17:05 Impact on Future Sexual Behavior Dr. Brandon raises concerns about how early exposure to extreme, non-human sexual imagery may shape future arousal templates and relational development in young people. Resources: Morgentaler, A., & Reyes Vayo, L. (n.d.). The T boosters: What's the evidence? With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #SexualHealthPodcast #TestosteroneSupplements #HentaiImpact

Dec 1

In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about the emerging evidence that testosterone therapy may be safe—and even beneficial—for men with metastatic prostate cancer. 00:11 – Testosterone Use in Metastatic Prostate Cancer Dr. Morgentaler introduces the surprising evidence that testosterone may not be harmful in metastatic prostate cancer, and Dr. Brandon sets the stage for the discussion. 00:49 – Historical Perspective on Androgen Deprivation Dr. Morgentaler explains the 80-year history of lowering testosterone as standard treatment and why its benefits have been overstated. 03:59 – Challenging the Norm: Testosterone Treatment Cases Dr. Morgentaler shares real patients he treated with testosterone—supported by Dr. Brandon—with outcomes that contradict the belief that testosterone accelerates cancer. 10:09 – Modified BAT: A New Approach Dr. Morgentaler describes his "modified BAT" cycling strategy for advanced cancer, while Dr. Brandon reflects on the quality-of-life implications. 17:40 – Conclusion and Future Directions Both Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler call for new trials and highlight how modern evidence challenges the fear that testosterone fuels cancer. Resources: TRAVERSE Study Group. (2023). The TRAVERSE randomized controlled trial on testosterone therapy in men. Morgentaler, A. (2021). Testosterone therapy in men with advanced prostate cancer: A case series analysis. Morgentaler, A. (2020). Clinical outcomes of continuous testosterone therapy in metastatic prostate cancer: Case report and review. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #ProstateCancerTreatment #TestosteroneTherapy #ModernMedicineResearch

Nov 27

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about sextortion schemes, why young people are vulnerable, and how parents can protect their kids. 00:00 – Introduction and Greetings Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler open the episode by introducing the sensitive but important topic of sextortion. 00:10 – Understanding Sextortion They explain what sextortion is, how scammers manipulate victims, and why teens and men are especially vulnerable. 01:11 – Scammers' Tactics and Victims They break down how scammers build fake online relationships, target impulsive or lonely young people, and operate out of trafficked labor camps. 03:24 – Real-Life Consequences and Parental Guidance They discuss the tragic outcomes—including teen suicides—and emphasize how crucial it is for parents to talk openly and supportively with their kids. 04:33 – Voice Cloning and Other Scams They highlight how advanced scams, including AI voice cloning, can fool anyone and why families should create safety words for emergencies. 13:44 – Final Thoughts and Conclusion They wrap up by urging parents to stay alert, keep communication open, and prepare their kids for the realities of today's digital risks. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #OnlineSextortion #InternetSafety #AIscams

Nov 24

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about real data on orgasm frequency and how to make sense of it in a healthy, guilt-free way. 00:00 – Introduction to Orgasm Frequency Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon open the episode by breaking down real data on how often people actually have orgasms. 01:25 – Defining Hypersexuality and Sex Addiction They unpack why "hypersexuality" is so debated and explain why orgasm frequency alone isn't a reliable marker of sex addiction. 08:25 – Gender Differences in Orgasm Frequency They compare how often men and women typically orgasm each week and highlight why those averages naturally differ. 13:04 – Age and Sexual Activity: A Statistical Dive They explore how orgasm frequency shifts across age groups and how hormones and health influence those changes. 14:47 – Hypersexuality and Masturbation: Breaking the Stigma They normalize daily masturbation and explain why high frequency doesn't automatically mean someone is "hypersexual." 19:34 – Porn Use and Its Implications They discuss how porn use ties into masturbation habits and why time spent on porn—not frequency alone—is what signals potential concern. Resources: Peters, J., & co-authors. (n.d.). Orgasm frequency: Total sexual outlet (TSO) in a national American sample. Archives of Sexual Behavior. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #SexualHealth #HypersexualityDebunked #MentalHealthAwareness