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IN THIS EPISODE: Jason describes himself as an adventurous thrill-seeker, always in search of a rush. When he discovered the internet in college and the types of images and videos that could be accessed secretly and anonymously, it led him down a dark path marked by decades of manipulation, lying, and gaslighting as he tried […]

125. The Foundations For a Life of Secrecy & Lies – with Jason

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IN THIS EPISODE: As a young girl trying to understand sex and sexuality, Kelly experienced a lot of shame from her parents and the small-town culture she grew up in. Without any sex education, she and her friends had to figure things out on their own, trying their best to support each other along the […]

124. The Impact of Shame on Young Women – with Kelly

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IN THIS EPISODE: Zack had always thought of himself as respectful towards women—until he confronted the reality of how his daily consumption of porn, starting at age 12, affected his relationship with his wife. For over 20 years this habit was a part of his life, and though he never intended to objectify anyone, he […]

123. Overcoming ‘Good Guy Syndrome’ – with Zack

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IN THIS EPISODE: Janna is joined by Danielle, the creator, host, and executive producer of the Sex Ed with DB podcast. Danielle’s current series, Rom-Com V🤮m, is a rewatch podcast focused on 90s and early 2000s rom-coms. In it, she unpacks the toxic lessons these films teach about sex and attempts to rewrite the script. In this episode, […]

122. The Pressure to Perform: Analyzing Sex Scenes in Rom-Coms – with Danielle from Sex Ed with DB

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IN THIS EPISODE: In this week’s episode, Janna sits down with Zoe, who shares her deeply personal journey through 30 years of struggles with intimacy in her marriage. For years, what was meant to be a natural part of life became a chore—a cycle of guilt, resentment, and exhaustion that left her feeling broken. Even […]

121. Breaking the Cycle: Zoe’s 30-Year Journey to Reclaim Intimacy

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IN THIS EPISODE: In this empowering solo episode of Doing It Together, host Janna Denton-Howes delves into the transformative power of self-advocacy for women. Janna, a seasoned relationship coach and sex educator, shares her insights on overcoming cultural barriers to embrace true pleasure and connection. Discover the essential stages of self-advocacy, the roadblocks you might […]

120. The #1 Skill All Women Need To Increase Their Desire

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IN THIS EPISODE: Too often, societal pressures push women into roles where productivity and selflessness overshadow the importance of personal joy and connection. Instead of being encouraged to embrace their desires and fully experience their bodies, many women find themselves burdened by guilt, expectation, and a sense of duty to provide for others. This episode […]

119. The Reason Why So Many Women Don’t Enjoy Sex

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IN THIS EPISODE: I have some very exciting news! After years of requests from thousands of women, I’m finally ready to launch a DIY video and journaling program specifically designed for women. This course is your first gentle step toward gaining clarity about your feelings toward sex. Wanting It More Foundations aims to empower women […]

118. The #1 Step for Women to Want and Enjoy Sex More

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IN THIS EPISODE: Janna is joined by licensed professional counselor Dr. Jake Porter to explore the complex dynamics of shame and secrecy surrounding pornography and sex addiction in relationships. They discuss the role of denial and defense mechanisms while emphasizing the value of the therapeutic disclosure process. Listeners will receive advice on where to seek […]

117. Am I Addicted? Signs of Sex & Porn Addiction and How To Heal – with Dr. Jake Porter

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IN THIS EPISODE: Janna has an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Ashley Southard, a licensed marriage and family therapist of 22 years, about her work helping overfunctioning women in love with underfunctioning partners.  They discuss what this dynamic looks like for both women and men, why women tend to take on the emotional labour for both […]

116. Understanding the Overfunctioning Woman in Love with an Underfunctioning Partner – with Dr. Ashley Southard