Book banning…

  I wish this post was about Iraq or North Korea however unfortunately we are talking about California, the largest state in this great nation. Merriam-Webster’s 10th edition contains the term and definition for “oral sex” (oral stimulation of the genitals).  This past week, one parent in Riverside, California complained to the school district and … Read more

10 Tips to Guarantee a Sexy Holiday Season…

  If I had a condom for each time somebody told me their sexual activity is down during the holidays, we could reduce unwanted teen pregnancies by 50%.  If you want be among the group who has a December filled with romance, it starts with intention. For 10 sure fire tips on how to get … Read more

Selecting a Therapist…

  Over the years I’ve had wonderful therapists and I’ve had awful therapists.  Most of my colleagues range from good to gifted.  Unfortunately, I also come across therapists that I wouldn’t let pet my cat, let alone work with one of my friends.  There is not a week that goes by that I am not … Read more

Tonight’s guest on The Sex & Intimacy Show is Dr. Michael Bader the author of “Male Sexuality.”  This is going to be a great show and I hope you will join us.  Kim Cattrall, star of Sex and the City says of Michael Bader “reminds us that understanding erotic life is the best cure for … Read more

Sexual Athleticism…

Tonight on The Sex & Intimacy Show our special guest is Lorae.  Like Tiger and Elvis, Lorae is so hot she only needs a one word name!  Lorae is a sacred-sexuality educator who coaches men to be “enlightened lovers.” Her method mixes ancient practices like Tantra and Taoism with the latest western medical and scientific … Read more

David Letterman: Why Golf is Better Than Sex…

  Letterman or Leno?  Despite the side splitting humor of Leno’s “Jay-Walking” segment, I’m a Dave guy all the way! David Letterman on “The Top 10 Reasons Golf is Better Than Sex.” #10…A below par performance is considered damn good. #9…You can stop in the middle and have a cheeseburger and a couple of beers. #8…It’s … Read more

A Sexual Wake-Up Call…

Everyone has heard of the 7 year itch.  In clinical terms there are actually three stages of a relationship that are at higher levels of risk for divorce.  Years 7, 15 and 25.  During those times it is easy to focus on the problems.  I like the approach that my colleague Tammy Nelson (seen right) … Read more

The Sex & Intimacy Show Gets Bounced from Prime Time…

Remember the song “I’m Too Sexy”? You know the one, “I’m too sexy for my shirt, too sexy for my shirt, so sexy it hurts”… Well, I never thought I’d say these words, but it’s official. I truly understand the burden of being too sexy…TOO SEXY FOR PRIMETIME, that is! We had our inaugural show … Read more

Better holiday sex starts in the kitchen…

    I remember standing in the kitchen during the holidays when I was a little boy while three generations of Cannon women were cooking Christmas dinner.  I recall asking my mom why she was cutting off the ends off the roast before placing it in the oven.  She lovingly told me it was part … Read more

How to avoid band aid relationships…

I had a woman in my office recently who is in a new relationship.  She is attracted to the woman she is dating however the more intimate they become, the more concerns she has about their sexual compatibility.  As a strength based couples counselor I tell my clients at the first session that I will … Read more