The Purple Passion Project
The Purple Passion Project
Podcast Description
The Purple Passion Project is your go-to podcast for raw, real and irresistibly juicy conversations about sex, intimacy and everything we should be talking about—but usually don’t. Hosted by Dr. Stacy, a clinical sexologist with a cheeky sense of humor and a whole lot of real talk, this show dives deep into sex, intimacy, connection and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling a little stuck in your love life, curious about what turns you on, or just craving conversations that actually matter, you’re in the right place. We’re breaking down walls, busting myths and giving you permission to want more—with no shame, no filters and definitely no small talk. Expect expert guests, steamy insights and moments that’ll make you think, laugh and maybe shift in your seat. If you’re ready to ditch the surface-level chatter and explore what really turns you on—emotionally, physically, and relationally—this is your permission to press play.
Dr. Stacy Friedman (Dr. Stacy) is a Clinical Sexologist with a deep passion for helping people build better, more connected, and more satisfying intimate lives—whether solo or with a partner (or partners). She holds a Doctorate in Human Sexuality and a Master’s in Clinical Sexology, and is proud to be a Certified Sex Coach. She is also an active member of the World Association of Sex Coaching (WASC) and the American College of Sexologists (ACS)—organizations that recognize top-level training and ethics in the field of sexology. With a B.A. in Psychology and over 21 years of experience as a Registered Diagnostic Medical and Vascular Sonographer, she brings a strong medical background to her coaching, giving her a unique understanding of how physical health intersects with emotional and sexual well-being.
Since 2006, Dr. Stacy has been educating and empowering individuals through fun, open, and judgment-free conversations about love, sex, romance, and adult pleasure products. Her workshops and events are designed to normalize sexuality and spark confidence, playfulness, and curiosity at any stage of life. Dr. Stacy’s coaching welcomes all—women, men, and individuals across the gender and sexuality spectrum—to explore their desires, overcome challenges, and discover new levels of sexual function, expression, and connection. With a mix of expert knowledge, life experience, and a no-nonsense yet nurturing style, she is here to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.”- DrStacyFriedman.com
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to sex and intimacy, including practical advice for love lives, emotional healing post-divorce, and overcoming sexual dysfunction. Episodes cover topics like 'When Sex Feels Like a Chore' and 'Pleasure Starts at the Core,' focusing on dismantling common myths and fostering open dialogue about sexual well-being.
When was the last time sex was hot as hell? If you had to think about it — you need this podcast. The Purple Passion Project is where midlife gets sexy again. Clinical Sexologist Dr. Stacy Friedman brings the real talk on low libido, erectile dysfunction, menopause, hormonal changes, mismatched desire, and the pleasure everyone in midlife deserves but nobody is talking about. Consider this your permission slip to want more — a lot more. Raw, unapologetic, laugh-out-loud-then-shift-in-your-seat conversations that will change your sex life. Hit subscribe. Your body will thank you. 🔥
00:00 Introduction
02:15 What Is the Marriage Pause Button?
13:36 The Three Levels of Connection
31:46 How One Person Can Change a Marriage
41:53 The Unpause App & Practical Tools to ReconnectMost marriages don’t end with a blowup. They quietly pause —and that pause is where desire goes to die.
In this episode of The Purple Passion Project, Clinical Sexologist and Sex Coach Dr. Stacy Friedman sits down with marriage coach Lee Baucom — PhD-level therapist, author of seven books, and creator of the Save the Marriage System — to break down why long-term relationships stall, how desire quietly disappears, and what it actually takes to turn it back on.
This is not your average couples therapy advice. This is asexologist talk that gets into the real mechanics of long-term desire, emotional disconnection, and the one thing most couples get completely wrong about communication.
In this episode you will learn:
• Why marriages pause long before they actually break — and the warning signs most people miss
• How daily habits and relationship systems shape intimacy and sexual desire
• Lee’s three levels of connection — and which level is quietly killing your desire right now
• Why communication is NOT the core problem in marriage (andwhat actually is)
• How one person can create real change — even when theirpartner refuses to try
If your relationship feels “fine” but not alive — this conversation is going to hit. Dr. Stacy and Lee give you the tools, the mindset, and the permission slip to stop waiting and start showing updifferently.
👤 About Lee Baucom:
Lee Baucom is a Ph.D.-level trained therapist turned marriage coach with over 35 years of experience helping individuals transform struggling marriages — even when only one partner is willing to take action. He is the creator of the Save the Marriage System, author of seven books including Save the Marriage and How to Save Your Marriage in 3 Simple Steps, and the founder of the Unpause App — a daily reconnection tool designed to help couples rebuild connection, desire, and intimacy through intentional systems and habits. Lee is also the host of relationship-focused podcasts with millions of downloads worldwide and is happily married with two adult children.
👤 About Dr. Stacy Friedman:
Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex & Intimacy Coach, and the unapologetically bold host of The Purple PassionProject — on a mission to make midlife the hottest chapter of your sex life yet. With over 26 years in the medical field and 20+ years working in sexuality, Dr. Stacy helps men and women break down taboos, communicate clearly, and build hotter, healthier intimacy — without apology. She specializes in the unique desire challenges that come with midlife — hormonal shifts, erectile changes, mismatched sex drives, alternative lifestyles, women who experience painful sex, and the LGBTQ+ community. Known for blending expertise with humor and heart, Dr. Stacy makes conversations about sex feel empowering, entertaining, and long overdue.
💥 Links & Resources:
🔗 Lee Baucom — Save the Marriage: https://savethemarriage.store
🔗 Unpause App: http://UnPauseYourMarriage.com
📖 Pleasure Playbooks (16+ step-by-step intimacy guides, $27 each): drstacyfriedman.com
🔥 Vibe Tribe (Dr. Stacy’s private midlife community— live sessions, courses): drstacyfriedman.com → click Vibe Tribe
📅 Free 15-min intimacy consult: drstacyfriedman.com→ click Free Consultation
🎁 Free PDF — “10 Things They Really Want in Bed (ButWon’t Say Out Loud)”: drstacyfriedman.com
👉 All links: linktr.ee/drstacyfriedman
📌 Follow Dr. Stacy:
Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn:@drstacyfriedman
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