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Moment: Masturbation, Porn, and Pleasure: What Science Says About Modern Sex ft. Dr. Jim Pfaus

Moment: Masturbation, Porn, and Pleasure: What Science Says About Modern Sex ft. Dr. Jim Pfaus

Update: 2025-09-10
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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is joined by Dr. Jim Pfaus to explore the neuroscience and psychology of sexual pleasure, fantasy, and relationships. Together, they discuss topics such as the impact of masturbation and pornography on intimacy, the importance of sharing fantasies for deeper connection, and the roles of brain chemistry and synchrony in sustaining desire. Listeners will gain insightful perspectives on breaking sexual routines, using communication as a tool for intimacy, and ways to keep arousal and partnership vibrant over time.




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▶️Chapters:


00:00 Habits, Pleasure, and Fantasy
01:59 Pornography as Fantasy Venue
04:20 Moral Incongruence and Shame
07:57 Physiological Synchrony in Relationships
16:17 Orgasm Neurochemistry
23:02 Effort, Work, and Play in Sex
26:26 Breaking Sexual Routine




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Moment: Masturbation, Porn, and Pleasure: What Science Says About Modern Sex ft. Dr. Jim Pfaus

Moment: Masturbation, Porn, and Pleasure: What Science Says About Modern Sex ft. Dr. Jim Pfaus

Rena Malik, MD