The Sex Doctors

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 Some studies suggest that religious couples have more sex and feel happier with their sex lives. While many people are feeling more alone and disconnected, these couples may see sex as a way to show love and stay close. #testosterone #menshealth #relationships #intimacy

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 Can you have low testosterone even when your blood test says you're normal? Different labs use different ranges, which can make things confusing. And with so many testosterone tips going viral online, knowing who to trust matters more than ever. #testosterone #menshealth #health #medicalresearch

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about why low testosterone can be overlooked in men experiencing fatigue, reduced stamina, and other changes often attributed to aging. They also discuss new research on testosterone therapy for women, why its benefits may extend beyond libido, and how adding testosterone to hormone replacement therapy may improve symptoms including energy, mood, memory, concentration, and vaginal dryness. 00:00 Why Doctors May Overlook Low Testosterone 04:00 Fatigue, Aging, and Testosterone Deficiency 08:00 When Should Men Get Their Testosterone Checked? 12:00 Finding a Doctor Who Understands Testosterone 16:00 Testosterone Therapy for Women 20:00 Why Testosterone Is More Than Libido 24:00 Adding Testosterone to HRT 28:00 What the Research Says About Testosterone in Women 32:00 Fatigue, Memory, and Concentration 36:00 How Symptoms Improved With Testosterone 40:00 Testosterone and Vaginal Dryness 44:00 What Are the Risks of Testosterone Therapy? 48:00 Why Women May Be Offered Antidepressants Instead 52:00 Testosterone, Estrogen, and Breast Cancer Concerns 56:00 Brain Fog, Mood, and Feeling Like Yourself Again 1:00:00 Can Testosterone Improve Quality of Life? #testosterone #lowtestosterone #hormonereplacementtherapy

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about the potential problems with having very high testosterone levels while on testosterone replacement therapy, including elevated red blood cell counts, testicular shrinkage, aggression, and hair loss. They also discuss new research on planned sex, why scheduling sex may increase desire and relationship satisfaction, and how couples with different levels of desire can make intimacy a priority in busy lives. 00:00 Can Testosterone Levels Be Too High? 03:00 The Risks of Very High Testosterone 06:00 Testosterone and Testicular Shrinkage 09:00 Finding the Right Testosterone "Sweet Spot" 12:00 High Hematocrit and Other Side Effects 15:00 Does Testosterone Cause Aggression? 18:00 Testosterone and Hair Loss 21:00 Should Testosterone Stay Within the Normal Range? 23:00 Can Planning Sex Improve Your Sex Life? 27:00 Why Couples Resist Scheduling Sex 31:00 Why Spontaneous Sex Gets Harder Over Time 35:00 When Life Gets in the Way of Intimacy 39:00 Planning Sex With Different Desire Levels 43:00 Why Someone Still Needs to Initiate 47:00 How Often Should Couples Have Sex? 51:00 Working With a Lower-Desire Partner 55:00 Why Planning Can Actually Increase Desire 59:00 How Our Expectations Around Sex Change 1:03:00 The Research Behind Planned Sex #testosterone #TRT #menshealth #sextherapy

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about why prostate biopsies are typically performed through the perineum rather than the urethra. They also discuss new research on how relationship and life satisfaction change before and after marriage, why satisfaction may decline over time, and what couples can do to build happier, more fulfilling relationships. 00:00 Listener Question: How Are Prostate Biopsies Done? 03:00 Why Biopsies Aren't Usually Done Through the Urethra 05:00 What Happens to Satisfaction After Marriage? 09:00 Do Second Marriages Make People Happier? 13:00 What Are We Comparing Our Relationships To? 17:00 Why Satisfaction Rises Before Marriage 24:00 Expectations, Kids, and the Stress of Marriage 28:00 What Makes a Marriage Work? 32:00 Why Relationships Require Work 36:00 Arranged Marriage vs. Marrying for Love 40:00 Can a Marriage End and Still Be Successful? 43:00 How to Improve Relationship Satisfaction 47:00 How to Talk About Problems Without Blame 51:00 What Can You Do for Your Partner? 54:00 Are Happy Relationships Getting Harder? 58:00 Social Media, Cheating, and Higher Expectations 1:02:00 Can You Make Your Relationship Better? #relationships #relationshipadvice #marriageadvice #intimacy

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about testosterone therapy and cardiovascular health, including whether high cholesterol should prevent someone from receiving testosterone treatment. They also discuss sextortion, how AI is making online scams more convincing, the risks of nudify apps and voice cloning, and what parents can do to help protect their children from increasingly sophisticated online threats. 00:00 Listener Question: Testosterone and Cholesterol 03:00 Does Testosterone Increase Cardiovascular Risk? 06:00 What the Research Says About Heart Health 09:00 Why Medical Opinions Take Time to Change 12:00 WTF AI: What Is Sextortion? 15:00 How Nudify Apps Are Used in Scams 18:00 Why Teens Are Being Targeted Online 22:00 How Sextortion Scams Work 27:00 The Growing Industry Behind Sextortion 31:00 AI Voice Cloning Scams 35:00 Why Families Need a Safe Word 39:00 How Parents Can Protect Their Kids 43:00 What to Tell Teens About Online Strangers 46:00 How AI Agents Could Make Scams Worse #sextortion #artificialintelligence #onlinesafety #parentingtips

In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about testosterone treatment for men who want to preserve fertility, including Clomid, hCG, and enclomiphene. They also take a closer look at whether exercise actually increases testosterone, what the research shows about short-term changes after different types of exercise, and whether working out is an effective way to naturally raise testosterone levels. 00:00 TRT and Preserving Fertility 02:00 Using hCG With Testosterone 04:00 Clomid for Fertility and Low Testosterone 07:00 Why Clomid May Not Improve Symptoms 12:00 What Is Enclomiphene? 14:00 Does Exercise Increase Testosterone? 22:00 What HIIT Studies Actually Show 30:00 Does Regular Exercise Raise Testosterone? 34:00 Exercise, Weight Loss, and Testosterone 38:00 How Much Weight Loss Makes a Difference? 45:00 The Problem With Inconsistent Research 48:00 Can You Naturally Raise Testosterone? 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 #testosterone #testosteronetherapy #TRT #malefertility

In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about free testosterone levels, why common lab ranges may not reflect symptoms, and what to consider when starting testosterone therapy. They also discuss the growing role of AI companions, whether frictionless relationships could change human connection, and the potential impact of AI agents on sex, relationships, and society. 00:00 Listener Question: Free Testosterone Levels 02:00 Why Lab Ranges Can Be Misleading 05:00 When Low Testosterone Symptoms Appear 08:00 SubQ Injections and Starting TRT 11:00 China Cracks Down on AI Relationships 15:00 Why AI Companions Are So Appealing 19:00 Do Relationships Need Friction? 24:00 Chatbots vs. AI Agents 28:00 Can Parental Controls Actually Work? 32:00 Are AI Companions Making Us More Isolated? 37:00 AI, Jobs, and Human Connection 41:00 Could AI Manipulate How We Think? 45:00 AI-Powered Sex Toys and Relationships 48:00 Is Technology Moving Too Fast? 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 #artificialintelligence #AIrelationships #relationships #sexualhealth

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about why doctors are still cautious about testosterone and why free testosterone may be a better measure than total testosterone for identifying deficiency. 00:00 Testosterone Backlash Explained — They explore why testosterone still faces resistance in medicine despite decades of research on its biology, benefits, and safety. 04:29 Why Doctors Stay Skeptical — They discuss outdated cancer and heart-risk fears, limited medical-school training, and why many doctors remain uncomfortable prescribing testosterone. 11:32 Free vs Total Testosterone — Dr. Morgentaler explains why free testosterone is the biologically active portion and why total testosterone alone may not tell the full story. 15:38 Free Testosterone Debate — They break down the medical controversy over using free testosterone and discuss new research supporting its importance in identifying deficiency. 19:08 SHBG Masks Deficiency — They explain how high SHBG can make total testosterone look normal or even high while free testosterone remains low and symptoms persist. 24:54 Testing Tips and Wrap — They share how patients can ask for free testosterone and SHBG testing and why symptoms should be considered alongside laboratory numbers. #testosteronedeficiency #medicalEducation #freetestosterone

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about testosterone therapy after severe heart problems, quality of life, and the growing debate over whether AI could ever be considered conscious. 00:00 Touching Heart Failure Letter — A listener asks whether testosterone could help her husband regain strength, energy, libido, and quality of life after surviving severe heart failure. 02:28 Testosterone Trial and Evidence — Dr. Morgentaler discusses research on testosterone in heart failure patients and why symptoms may matter even when levels are technically "normal." 07:52 Finding Help and WTF AI Tease — They share ways to find doctors experienced with testosterone treatment before shifting into their "WTF AI" discussion. 14:26 Claude and Consciousness — The conversation explores whether AI like Claude could seem conscious enough that people begin treating it as if it truly has feelings or awareness. 17:37 Claude's Corner Experiment — They examine Claude's Substack experiment and how its emotional, human-like writing encouraged people to form surprisingly personal connections with it. 24:13 AI in Daily Life Wrap Up — They discuss AI becoming part of everyday life, relationships, communication, and even heartfelt messages between couples. #heartHealth #testosteronetherapy #AIconsciousness