Whether you're cooking dinner, walking to work, or hiding under the covers with your headphones in, a good podcast can feel like company, curiosity, and comfort all rolled into one. And when it comes to sex, relationships, and the beautifully complicated terrain between the two, a great podcast can also be a lifeline that offers insight, laughter, representation, or just a moment of “Oh… It’s not just me.” For neurodivergent specific content creators, check out this article.

In honour of International Podcast Day (30th September), we’ve rounded up some of our favourite shows that explore sex, love, identity, and intimacy from all kinds of angles, guided by therapists, educators, storytellers, and everyday people sharing their lived experience. Whether you're in the mood for therapy-room confessions, political fire, or gentle guidance backed by science, there’s something here to nourish your erotic mind.

Come As You Are | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: evidence-based conversations about pleasure, bodies, and the science of sexual wellbeing.

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. An example is her work on women's arousal, which we discuss in this article. 

Standout Episode: How Desire Actually Works
In this episode, Dr Nagoski explains the science of responsive desire, helping listeners understand how arousal can grow in long-term relationships, and why there's nothing "broken" about needing a little warm-up.

The Erotic Philosopher | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: conversations that blend intellect and intimacy, where philosophy meets desire, and eroticism is anything but superficial.

Hosted by sexologist Cyndi Darnell, this podcast explores sex and pleasure in modern relationships & lives. Solve erotic quandaries through social, cultural, somatic, political and other lenses with the world's wisest erotic philosophers.

Standout Episode: When Trauma Informs Pleasure with Alex Iantaffi & Meg-John Barker
Two leading voices in gender, trauma, and sexuality explore how our histories shape our capacity for pleasure. This episode unpacks intersectionality, challenges one-size-fits-all sex advice, and offers insight into finding joy and connection after trauma.

Where Should We Begin | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: intimate, unfiltered couples therapy sessions with Esther Perel that reveal the raw, real work of relationships.

Step into the office of iconic psychotherapist Esther Perel and listen in as real people in search of insight bare the raw, intimate, and profound details of their stories. From breakups and open relationships to workplace conflicts and fractures in the family, it’s a place to hear our own stories reflected in the lives of others.

Standout Episode: I Can’t Love You The Way You Want Me To
In this emotionally charged session, a couple struggles with past wounds, miscommunication, and a painful cycle of blame. Esther Perel helps them slow down, recognise their patterns, and begin the difficult work of breaking free from relational deadlock.

Brown Girls Do It Too | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: bold, taboo-busting stories about sex, identity, and culture from British South Asian women who aren’t afraid to overshare.

This bold, hilarious, and refreshingly honest podcast smashes taboos around sex in South Asian communities. Hosted by Poppy and Rubina, the show dives into everything from dirty talk to the A to Z of sex toys, with plenty of laughs and raw confessions along the way. If you’re looking for an unfiltered, fun, and empowering listen, this one’s for you!

Standout Episode: It’s Getting Hairy
Poppy and Rubina tackle the politics of body hair. With humour and honesty, they explore why hair removal is expected, how brown girls can reclaim their hair, and what makes this so much more than just a beauty conversation.

Sex and Psychology Podcast | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: science-backed conversations about sex, relationships, and the psychology behind what turns us on.

Hosted by Kinsey Institute Research Fellow Dr. Justin Lehmiller, this podcast is for anyone interested in understanding the psychology of sex and relationships. Based on Dr. Lehmiller’s extensive research and chock full of expert interviews, this podcast will give you a whole new perspective on sexual confidence, staying in the moment, sexual attraction, the boundaries of sex, and much more.

Standout Episode: How ADHD Affects Women In The Bedroom
This episode explores how ADHD uniquely impacts women’s sexual and romantic lives. From desire and distraction to shame and sensory overwhelm, this episode offers insights for both women with ADHD and their partners on creating more supportive, pleasure-friendly environments.

If you're interested in better understanding ADHD subtypes, we've got you covered in this article, or how ADHD medication can impact sexual functioning, read this article. 

VagEsteem | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: A healthier sex education curriculum

This podcast teaches good and healthy sex through courageous conversations about love, sex, relationships, and everything in between. Hosted by Vanessa Geffrard, a health and sex educator in Baltimore, Maryland, it covers everything from sex work and legislation to endometriosis and infertility.

Standout Episode: Black Girls' Guide to Fertility with Sonhara Eastman
In this heartfelt conversation, VagEsteem tackles the often-unspoken topic of infertility. Host Vanessa sits down with Sonhara Eastman to discuss her groundbreaking series, the emotional toll of fertility struggles, and the power of telling stories that are rarely heard.

Inner Hoe Uprising | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: unapologetic, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversations about sex, love, and liberation from a queer Black feminist lens. This podcast, hosted by four queer Black feminists in their 20s, is always well-researched, always hilarious, and always relevant. The world needs more diverse voices, and this podcast brings several to an important topic.

Standout Episode: Hoe v. Wade
A sharp, wide-ranging episode covering everything from cyborg sex tech and STI stigma to reproductive rights and trans-affirming healthcare. With their signature wit and political edge, the hosts unpack personal stories and systemic injustices.

Girls On Porn | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Tune In For: witty, sex-positive deep dives into porn, pleasure, and pop culture where adult content meets critical thinking.

Rachel and Laura are the two anonymous hosts of this no-holds-barred podcast, and you probably guessed what it's about (porn). Each episode, the hosts research and review porn based on popular search terms. From interviewing porn stars to finding content that checks all your boxes, Girls on Porn is the search engine for porn you’ve always wanted.

Standout Episode: Impact Play
From spanking to paddles, this episode dives into the world of impact play with humour, curiosity, and care. Featuring expert insights from dom King Noire, the hosts cover everything from enthusiastic consent to aftercare.

As we celebrate the power of podcasts on the upcoming International Podcast Day, we hope this list has offered you some new sources of information and comfort, a fresh perspective, or simply a reminder that you are not alone in your questions and experiences. So, whether you’re diving into the science of desire, the politics of pleasure, or the raw truths of relationships, there’s a place for you to listen, learn, and feel seen. Happy listening!