The PGspot
Join me, Dr. Patty Jalomo, a dual certified nurse practitioner, pelvic floor therapist, and sex counselor as we break down the barriers that prevent open communication about sexual health. I'm here to provide expert insights, debunk myths, and empower you to embrace your sexual well-being. Whether you're looking for answers or just curious, join us as we open up the conversation around sex, intimacy, and everything in between.
Episodes
26 episodes
The PGspot - Awareness and Action Against Sex Trafficking
In this powerful and deeply important episode, Awareness and Action Against Sex Trafficking, we shed light on one of the most pressing human rights issues of our time. We provide a clear understanding of what sex trafficking is, who it...
The PGspot - Beyond Monogamy: What the Research Says About Consensual Non-Monogamy
In this episode, we explore what research actually says about consensual non-monogamy (CNM). While monogamy is often treated as the default relationship model, studies over the past two decades have examined how some people successfully ...
The PGspot - When Silence Isn’t Protective: Talking to Kids About Porn
Pornography is no longer something kids “might” encounter someday, it’s something many are exposed to earlier than parents expect. And when we don’t talk about it, the internet becomes their primary teacher.In this episode, we explore wh...
The PGspot - Inside Sexual Fantasies: What Research Really Shows
Sexual fantasies are far more common (and far more meaningful) than most of us were ever taught. In this episode, we explore why we have sexual fantasies in the first place, what the research says about the most common themes, and what these in...
The PGspot - Understanding Sexual Disgust and Desire
Understanding Sexual Disgust and Desire explores how attraction and aversion are shaped by both biology and experience. In this episode, we look at sexual disgust through an evolutionary lens, how it developed as a protective mechanism a...
The PGspot - Reframing Men, Sex, and Desire
Reframing Men, Sex, and Desire challenges the way we’ve been taught to think about male sexuality. Popular culture often reduces men to simple, one-dimensional narratives, always wanting sex, driven purely by biology, and emotionally dis...
The PGspot - Exploring Trauma-Informed, Plant-Based Therapies in Sexual Health
In this episode, we explore the emerging role of trauma-informed, plant-based therapies in sexual health and healing. From psychedelic-assisted therapy to plant medicines, we examine how these approaches are being studied and thoughtfully integ...
The PGspot - Sex Tech: Trauma-Informed Innovations and Ethics
In this episode, we explore the rapidly evolving world of sex technology through a trauma-informed and ethical lens. From apps and wearables designed to support sexual wellness and recovery to AI-driven platforms that promise personalization an...
The PGspot - Turning Feedback into Connection: Sex Talk Scripts
In this episode, we explore how sexual feedback (so often a source of tension or defensiveness) can become a pathway to deeper intimacy. You’ll learn when and where these conversations flow most naturally, how to express desires and needs witho...
Overcoming Silence: World AIDS Day Remembrance
World AIDS Day is a moment to remember, reflect, and recommit. In Overcoming Silence, we revisit the early days of the AIDS epidemic, an era marked by fear, misinformation, and heartbreaking silence. From uncertainty and stigma to advoca...
The PGspot - Top 10 Ways to Keep Sex Spicy
Is your sex life feeling a little routine or predictable? In this episode, we dive into the top 10 ways to reignite passion, deepen intimacy, and bring excitement back into the bedroom. From playful communication and exploring novelty to ...
The PGspot - Top Five Hormone Misconceptions Debunked
Hormones play a vital role in how we feel, think, and function, but misinformation about them is everywhere. In this episode, we’re cutting through the confusion and tackling the top five hormone misconceptions I hear most often from p...
The PGspot - Rethinking Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Insights from the FDA Roundtable
In this episode, we break down the key takeaways from the recent FDA roundtable where leading physician experts presented compelling data on the safety and efficacy of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT).Tune in as we explore how decades of...
The PGspot - Redefining Porn: Consent, Ethics, and Pleasure
What is ethical porn, and how is it different from the mainstream adult industry? In this episode, we explore the world of ethical porn; a movement that prioritizes consent, fair pay, diversity, and respect for performers both on and o...
The PGspot - In Your Head, Not in Your Bed: Understanding Sexual Performance Anxiety
In this episode, we dive into the physical and psychological factors that can impact male sexual performance, from medical conditions and stress to unrealistic expectations and complex relationship dynamics. Whether you're personally navigating...
The PGspot: Mix Masters: What Compounding Pharmacists Really Do (with pharmacist Justin Clark)
Ever wondered what a compounding pharmacist actually does, and why it matters? In this episode, we sit down with pharmacist Justin Clark, the owner of Val Vista compounding pharmacy to explore the world of personalized medicine. From tailoring ...
The PGspot - Different Pages, Same Book: Love and Desire Discrepancy
What happens when one partner wants sex more...or less often than the other? In this episode, we dive into the complex, often unspoken world of sexual desire discrepancy. From common causes and emotional impacts to communication tips and ways t...
The PGspot - The Naked Truth: How to Talk About Sex
Talking about sex with your partner doesn’t have to be awkward, it can actually bring you closer. In this episode, we dive into why open, honest conversations about sex are essential for a healthy relationship. From navigating desires and bound...
The PG Spot - Breaking the Silence on Painful Sex
In this episode, we'll explore the physical, emotional, and psychological layers of this experience, bust some harmful myths, and talk about how to start advocating for your body and pleasure. Whether you're personally impacted or support...
The PGspot - What Turns You On? Exploring the Erotic Blueprints
In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of sexologist Miss Jaiya and her Erotic Blueprint framework—a system that helps individuals and couples better understand their unique pathways to arousal, intimacy, and sexual fulfillment. We...
The PGspot - Pride: Then, Now, and Always
In this powerful episode, we journey through the rich and resilient history of Pride; from its radical roots in protest and resistance to its evolution into a global celebration of identity, love, and progress. We explore key moments in LGBTQ+ ...
The PGspot - Let's Talk About Sex (With a Pro) - an Interview with Dr. Maureen Ryan
What happens when partners experience mismatched desire—or when sex starts to feel like just another item on the to-do list? In this insightful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maureen Ryan, a sexual health counselor, nurse practitioner, and national...
The PGspot: Self-Love Season: Celebrating Masturbation May
In this special Masturbation May episode, we journey through the rich (and often misunderstood) history of self-pleasure. From historical attitudes toward erotic autonomy to the invention of the first vibrator, we explore how solo sex has...
The PGspot - The Pleasure Alphabet: It's Not Just About the "G"
For most vulva owners, sexual pleasure isn't just about penis in vagina sex. In this episode, we will discuss the multitude of erogenous zones and how they were discovered. So, whether you’re looking to level up your solo game, spar...
The PGspot - Personal Introduction
In this episode, I would like to introduce myself and explain how I got where I am in both my career and my journey in sexual health. Join me as I discuss my background, experience and what inspired me to specialize in female sexual dysfu...