Sex Tells

Welcome back to Sex Tells. In this episode, host Lucy Frank is joined by Anna Richards, founder of the female-focused erotic platform Frolicme, and Lauren Short, founder of the lubricant brand Ples’Jour, for an open and thought-provoking conversation about porn, intimacy, and sexual wellness. Together, they explore the gaps left by traditional sex education, particularly around female pleasure, consent, and the role of sexual wellness products, and how these gaps continue to shape people’s experiences of intimacy.

Why is there still so much misinformation and stigma around pleasure? Anna reflects on her decision to crea...

Welcome back to Sex Tells. In this episode, Lucy Frank sits down with Alexis , a transgender woman, and her husband Liam for an intimate and honest conversation about love, identity, and partnership through the journey of gender transition. Together, they share how they first connected on Hinge during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, building a deep emotional bond despite the challenges of lockdown and distance. As their relationship grew, Alexis made the courageous decision to come out to Liam, a pivotal moment that ultimately strengthened their connection and commitment to one another.

How do couples navigate...

An eye-opening conversation about sex and aging that challenges society’s most limiting myths.

Many of us grow up with the idea that sex declines after 40 or 50—that desire is linked solely to youth and reproductive capability. But the reality is far more complex. 

What if desire didn’t expire with youth? Or if ageing bodies could be celebrated instead of fixed? Julie Sale, a COSRT-accredited sex and relationship psychotherapist and director of the Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology, reveals how cultural narratives around age, gender, and sexuality deeply influence how we experience intimacy later in life...

Welcome back to Sex Tells, in this episode Lucy Frank is joined by psychosexual and relationship therapist Kate Moyle to explore how anxiety impacts intimacy, both sexual and relational. Together, they unpack how anxiety can subtly, yet profoundly, affect desire, arousal, emotional connection, and the overall quality of relationships. Drawing on real-life examples and therapeutic insights, Lucy and Kate show how anxiety often underlies many challenges people experience in their sexual lives.

How does anxiety shape desire, arousal, and intimacy? Lucy and Kate explore how anxious thoughts and feelings can disrupt natural sexual connection, creating cycles of...

In this candid conversation, Daviana, a trans woman, powerlifter, and BDSM coach, shares her truth about gender, identity, and authentic self-expression. Discover how embracing vulnerability and living at your own pace can lead to genuine happiness and deeper self-understanding.

She speaks about redefining masculinity and femininity beyond stereotypes and how this can transform your relationships and self-perception. Daviana shares her raw journey—from childhood curiosity and intense military discipline to bold transitions and flourishing authenticity—showing that true strength lies in honesty and self-acceptance.

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•⁠  ⁠The profound impact of therapy on aligning inner truths with...

Most people dismiss pelvic floor health as a mere pelvic or muscular issue, but the truth is far more complex. 

In this eye-opening episode, pelvic physiotherapist Clare Bourne breaks down how pain, pleasure, and the mind-body connection intertwine to shape your sexual wellbeing for men, women and non-binary individuals. If you've ever experienced ongoing discomfort during intimacy, or wondered how your psychological state influences physical sensations, this episode will change how you view your body.

Clare reveals the surprising role that muscle tension, emotional stress, trauma, and social factors play in pelvic pain—topics often ove...

Welcome back to Sex Tells, in this episode host Lucy Frank is joined by renowned psychoanalyst Juliet Rosenfeld (author of the book “Affairs”) and experienced therapist Psychosexual and Relationship Kate Moyle to explore why affairs happen, looking beyond simplistic narratives of betrayal to examine the emotional, psychological, and societal factors that can drive people outside their primary relationships.

Why do affairs occur, even in relationships that appear loving or stable? Lucy, Juliet, and Kate explore how unmet emotional needs, desire for novelty, changes in identity, and struggles with self-esteem can all play a role. They also examine how...

Welcome to Sex Tells, the podcast where we normalise all things around sex and relationships. In this episode, host Lucy Frank explores overcoming stigma and the unique challenges LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual assault face with fellow psychosexual therapist Lisa Etherson  and health psychologist and researcher Kyle McGovern. They discuss how fears of discrimination, the risk of being outed, and a shortage of culturally competent support create unique barriers that can make it even harder for survivors to come forward. Drawing on personal stories and research, Lisa and Kyle highlight the critical need for safe spaces where survivors feel heard a...