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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Bonk
The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex
Book • 2008
In 'Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex', Mary Roach delves into the complex and often humorous world of sexual science.
The book addresses various intriguing questions such as whether one can think themselves to orgasm, why Viagra is less effective for women, and whether a dead man can sustain an erection.
Roach combines fascinating anecdotes with scientific insights, discussing historical accounts, social stigmas, and modern research in the field of human sexuality.
Her unique approach makes the book both entertaining and educational, challenging conventional notions and encouraging open discussions about sex.
The book addresses various intriguing questions such as whether one can think themselves to orgasm, why Viagra is less effective for women, and whether a dead man can sustain an erection.
Roach combines fascinating anecdotes with scientific insights, discussing historical accounts, social stigmas, and modern research in the field of human sexuality.
Her unique approach makes the book both entertaining and educational, challenging conventional notions and encouraging open discussions about sex.
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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Mentioned by 

and 

as the book Mary wrote exploring the science of sex and sex research.


Wendy Zukerman


Mary Roach

112 snips
The Great Mysteries of Sex with Mary Roach
Mentioned by Sarah Pascoe as a book by Mary Roach that discusses the science of arousal.

90 snips
No Such Thing As A Shark With A Ponytail
Mentioned as one of 

's books about science and unusual topics.


Mary Roach

77 snips
Human Technomorphology (SWAPPING OUT BODY PARTS) with Mary Roach
Mentioned by 

as one of the guest author's well-known books about sex and sexual science.


Dan Schreiber

62 snips
No Such Thing As The Official Podcast Of Wyoming
Mentioned by 

as the possible source of a fact about rats wearing polyester pants, crediting Mary Roach for her research.


Dan Schreiber

44 snips
Little Fish: Right Over Our Heads
Mentioned by 

as one of the books authored by 

.


Sean Carroll


Mary Roach

17 snips
328 | Mary Roach on Replacing Parts of Our Bodies
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as a book that changed his understanding of female anatomy and pleasure.

Luke Cook

17 snips
460: The Truth About Protein Powders, Red Dye 3, and Fluoridated Water | Luke Cook
Mentioned by Sanjay Gupta as one of 

's books exploring big questions about the human body.


Mary Roach

How Far Would You Go to Replace Your Body? Mary Roach Has Thoughts
Mentioned by 

, recalling a chapter about the distance between the clitoris and the vaginal opening.


Hannah Witton

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Mentioned by 

as one of 

's books.


Kelly Weinersmith


Mary Roach

When animals break the law (featuring Mary Roach)









