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The Penis Project Podcast: Breaking Taboos in Men’s Sexual Health

The Penis Project Podcast: Breaking Taboos in Men’s Sexual Health

De: Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett
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With over 219,000 streams and nearly 200 episodes, The Penis Project Podcast—hosted by Australian Nurse Practitioner and Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett —offers groundbreaking conversations about men’s sexual health. Launched in 2020 by Melissa and physiotherapist Jo Milios, the podcast combines expert knowledge, scientific insights, and interviews with her patients and their partners to address sensitive topics men often struggle to discuss, including erectile dysfunction, prostate and bladder cancer recovery, Peyronie’s disease, premature ejaculation and intimacy in relationships. Melissa, who refers to herself as the ”Unexpected Sexologist,” brings decades of clinical experience and compassion to every episode, highlighting that sexual wellbeing involves both physical and emotional health. Join this global community in breaking down stigma, finding support, and accessing practical solutions to common yet overlooked men’s health issues. Available on all major podcast platforms, with new episodes every fortnight—start listening today.Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Enfermedades Físicas Higiene y Vida Saludable
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  • 217: The Partner Perspective After Prostate Cancer: Carlotta Thomas on Love, Communication and Intimacy

    217: The Partner Perspective After Prostate Cancer: Carlotta Thomas on Love, Communication and Intimacy
    Mar 24 2026
    Host: Melissa Hadley Barrett Guest: Carlotta Thomas Category: Partner Support | Prostate Cancer | Intimacy and Sexuality | Penile Rehabilitation Episode Summary: Prostate cancer does not just affect one person. It can affect the couple, the relationship, the way intimacy feels, and the confidence both people bring into the bedroom. Many men and their partners feel alone in that. This episode reminds listeners that they are not broken, they are not failing, and they are definitely not the only ones trying to work out what comes next. It also gently challenges the old idea that intimacy only “counts” if there is penetration or a reliable erection. Thankfully, human connection is a bit more creative than that. Episode Description: In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa Hadley Barrett speaks with Carlotta Thomas about something that does not get talked about nearly enough, the partner perspective after prostate cancer. Carlotta is a breast cancer survivor and the partner of a prostate cancer survivor, and she shares a deeply honest, thoughtful, and hopeful perspective on what it means to navigate love, intimacy, communication, and recovery in a relationship touched by cancer. Melissa first met Carlotta through a Canadian support and education organisation (The Walnut Foundation) for men and their partners affected by prostate cancer and was struck by how openly and powerfully she spoke about the realities of being the partner of someone going through treatment and recovery. Together, Melissa and Carlotta explore the reality that for many couples, sex and intimacy after prostate cancer may need to look different, especially in a newer relationship. They talk about the common assumption that sex must always mean penetration and why broadening that definition can be both freeing and healing. Carlotta shares how she and her partner navigated those early conversations, how they learned what worked for each other, and why intimacy can be as simple as touch, affection, holding hands, and being emotionally present. This episode is particularly valuable because it normalises the awkward bits. The conversations that feel hard. The fear that a partner may withdraw. The uncertainty around erections, desire, and body confidence. Melissa and Carlotta talk openly about how communication is not optional if couples want to stay connected through change. There is also a strong message of hope in this episode. Melissa reflects on how many men eventually regain erectile function, sometimes naturally and sometimes with support such as rehabilitation or injections, but that the process can even improve people’s intimate lives. Carlotta’s message is that this journey is one that involves faith, love, courage, resilience, and communication. In this episode we discuss: the partner perspective after prostate cancer navigating intimacy in a new relationship why sex is more than penetration how to talk about awkward or emotionally difficult topics the impact of treatment changes on connection and confidence how couples can adapt and find new ways to be intimate why communication is one of the most important tools in recovery hope, resilience, and learning together as a couple About Carlotta Thomas: Carlotta Thomas is a breast cancer survivor, advocate, leader, and the partner of a prostate cancer survivor. Melissa describes being struck by Carlotta’s honesty and vulnerability when they met through a Canadian prostate cancer support and education event. In this episode, Carlotta shares her lived experience of navigating love, partnership, communication, and intimacy in the context of cancer recovery. Need support with Prostate Cancer or Intimacy? At Restorative Health Clinic, we support men and their partners with: penile rehabilitation after prostate cancer treatment erectile dysfunction intimacy and sexual recovery partner-inclusive support where appropriate practical, evidence-based strategies for getting confidence back We offer telehealth consultations Australia/ World-wide, making it easier for men to access experienced, compassionate support no matter where they live. Resources & Links: Book a telehealth consult with our sexual health nurse practitioners at Restorative Health Clinic For more information check out our websites www.rshealth.com.au , www.makehardeasy.com.au and www.melissahadleybarrett.com Listen & Subscribe If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! Your feedback helps us continue bringing important conversations to light. Search for The Penis Project Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Connect With Us We love hearing from real people, navigating penile health. If you’d like to share your journey or ask a question, get in touch. Email: admin@...
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  • 216: Penile Fillers, HoleTox & The Art of Male Aesthetics with Injector Chris (Lushful Aesthetics)

    216: Penile Fillers, HoleTox & The Art of Male Aesthetics with Injector Chris (Lushful Aesthetics)
    Mar 10 2026
    In this eye-opening episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa chats with Chris Bustamante—better known online as Injector Chris — a New York and San Diego–based Nurse Practitioner who has become one of the world’s leading experts in penile aesthetics, including penis fillers, scrotal enhancement, ShowTox, Scro-Fill, HoleTox, and more. Chris brings a unique combination of artistry, anatomy, and sexual-health expertise to a niche area of men’s health that is rapidly growing but often misunderstood. Together, Melissa and Chris unpack the science, the artistry, the risks, and the motivations behind male cosmetic procedures—from girth fillers to anal Botox—while smashing stigma and celebrating patients’ right to feel confident in their bodies. Whether you're curious, skeptical, or considering enhancement yourself, this is an honest, deeply educational, boundary-pushing conversation you won’t want to miss. This Episode, We Cover: Chris shares his journey from makeup artistry → biology → nursing → nurse practitioner, and how combining aesthetics with sexual health led him to create Lushful Aesthetics, one of the most recognised male-enhancement clinics in the US. Melissa and Chris dive into: The difference between cosmetic artistry and simply “knowing the technique” Why penile filler is nothing like facial filler The rise of revision work—and why many patients are coming in after botched jobs elsewhere Ideal candidates for girth enhancement Why proper technique preserves sensitivity What partners think—and why many return to get procedures themselves! Chris also explains some of the most intriguing procedures in modern sexual health: ShowTox™ Botox in the shaft to reduce retraction and help men appear more like a “shower” than a “grower”. HoleTox™ Anal Botox for: Easier and more comfortable anal play Anal spasms Proctalgia fugax Chronic fissures Post-surgical spasm (With important safeguards to prevent incontinence) Scro-Fill™ Scrotal filler to enhance fullness, particularly for men experiencing: Testicular retraction Loss of volume from testosterone suppression Aesthetic concerns Preference for a fuller “hang” Penile Filler 101 How Chris approaches girth enhancement with an artist’s eye Why anatomy varies dramatically and requires tailored technique The dangers of “one-size-fits-all” injectors Typical filler volumes, costs, longevity & touch-up schedules Why shaft fillers should be placed along the sides, not the top Preserving the dorsal nerve to maintain sexual sensation How to counsel men who want only subtle changes vs. those wanting dramatic gains Peyronie’s Disease & Aesthetics Why filler cannot treat plaque—but can improve post-treatment symmetry When cosmetic filler can help visually balance a penis after deformity Premature Ejaculation & Fillers Can glans filler help? What the early research shows Stigma, Masculinity & Why Men Want Enhancements The shift toward openness in gay and straight communities Generational differences in disclosure Why older men (including 70+) are embracing enhancements Male cosmetic procedures as the new “sports car” Connect with Chris Instagram: @injectorchris Clinic: Lushful Aesthetics (NY & San Diego) https://www.lushfulaesthetics.com/ Resources & Links: Book a telehealth consult with our sexual health nurse practitioners at Restorative Health Clinic For more information check out our websites www.rshealth.com.au , www.makehardeasy.com.au and www.melissahadleybarrett.com Listen & Subscribe If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! Your feedback helps us continue bringing important conversations to light. Search for The Penis Project Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Connect With Us We love hearing from real people, navigating penile health. If you’d like to share your journey or ask a question, get in touch. Email: admin@rshealth.com.au Websites: https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders https://makehardeasy.com.au https://melissahadleybarrett.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/ https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melissahadleybarrett TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085146627814 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/ TEDX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjHj1YTmLoA
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  • 215: Intimacy, Embodiment & Becoming the One: A Conversation with Allana Pratt

    215: Intimacy, Embodiment & Becoming the One: A Conversation with Allana Pratt
    Feb 24 2026
    In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa is joined by internationally recognised intimacy expert and relationship coach Allana Pratt for a wide-ranging conversation about emotional healing, embodiment, vulnerability, and what it truly means to build meaningful, intimate relationships. With over a decade of podcasting experience and more than 20 years working with individuals and couples, Allana brings a powerful blend of psychology, spirituality, body-based awareness, and practical tools to help people reconnect — with themselves first, and then with others. This episode goes far beyond sex, exploring how unresolved emotional pain, self-rejection, and disconnection from the body can show up as relationship struggles, sexual dysfunction, and ongoing dissatisfaction — and how learning to truly feel can be transformative. This episode offers a powerful reminder that sexual health is not just physical — it’s emotional, relational, and deeply human. In This Episode, We Discuss: Allana’s journey into intimacy and relationship coaching — and why intimacy is about far more than sex How intimacy with self is the foundation for intimacy with others The link between emotional suppression, trauma, and physical symptoms — including sexual dysfunction Understanding the autonomic nervous system and emotional regulation Why repeating relationship patterns is a sign of unresolved emotional work What “becoming the one before finding the one” really means Practical communication tools for couples to build safety, presence, and trust Why structured check-ins can prevent resentment and emotional drift Dating as a practice ground for honesty, boundaries, and self-worth How to respond to rejection without collapsing into self-blame Why vulnerability is a strength — not a liability Key Takeaways Healing doesn’t happen in the head alone — it happens through the body Secure intimacy starts with self-acceptance, not performance or achievement Relationships thrive when two whole people come together — not two people trying to complete each other Communication isn’t about being right; it’s about being heard Emotional safety allows desire, pleasure, and connection to return About Allana Pratt Allana Pratt is a globally recognised intimacy expert, relationship coach, and host of the Intimate Conversations Podcast, now in its 14th season. She works with individuals and couples to heal heartbreak, develop emotional resilience, and create deeply fulfilling relationships grounded in authenticity and embodiment. How to Work with Allana Podcast: Intimate Conversations with Allana Pratt Instagram / YouTube: @allanapratt Patreon Community: Weekly Q&A and teachings Website: www.allanapratt.com/connect Special Offer for Penis Project listeners: Use the code READYNOW to access a subsidised Intimacy Breakthrough Experience call with Allana. Resources & Links: Book a telehealth consult with our sexual health nurse practitioners at Restorative Health Clinic For more information check out our websites www.rshealth.com.au , www.makehardeasy.com.au and www.melissahadleybarrett.com Listen & Subscribe If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! Your feedback helps us continue bringing important conversations to light. Search for The Penis Project Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Connect With Us We love hearing from real people, navigating penile health. If you’d like to share your journey or ask a question, get in touch. Email: admin@rshealth.com.au Websites: https://rshealth.com.au/ All genders https://makehardeasy.com.au https://melissahadleybarrett.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/ https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melissahadleybarrett TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085146627814 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/ TEDX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjHj1YTmLoA
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