The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast by Michael Forman

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The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast by Michael Forman

The podcast dissects marriages and long-term relationships into intimacy, sex, sexless marriages, affairs, monogamy, non-monogamy, religion and other matters that negatively influence our lives and spoil our happy-ever-afters. Novels mentioned in the podcast are SEETHINGS and SEETHINGS 2. They are available from Smashwords.com Homesite is https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  1. 81

    Daniel's Sexless Marrage Story

    One man’s confession reveals the quiet grief, moral wrestling and hidden loneliness endured inside marriages that look perfectly normal.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  2. 80

    Silent Consent: Sexless Marriages Don’t Begin — They Settle

    "Silent consent" reveals how sexless marriages form not with words but through emotional withdrawal and passive acceptance. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com/

  3. 79

    Is It Shallow to Divorce Your Spouse Due to a Lack of Sex?

    They say sex isn't everything in a marriage, but without it, life gets hard. Is a sexless marriage sufficient reason to initiate divorce proceedings, or do you see it as a shallow and selfish option?Listen now.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  4. 78

    At What Point Does Endurance Become Betrayal?

    Examine how sexless marriages form without explicit consent. Personal accountability, quiet compromise, a listener’s letter, and the emotional architecture that shaped SEETHINGS and its narrator.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  5. 77

    Coping Mechanisms For a Sexless Marriage

    Have you found your life has changed in other ways? Maybe you've installed coping mechanisms you never even knew!Homesite at: michaelformanwriting.com

  6. 76

    Love, Loathing, and the Long Game

    (Warning) This podcast is only for those who live with a great chasm in their bedroom and have lived with it for too many years to count.Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  7. 75

    Hormones, Sleep, and SSRIs — Why Our Bedroom Went Quiet

    A raw confessional on sexless marriages: hormones, sleep, and SSRIs quietly rewrite desire. Real stats, zero blame, and a 7-day repair plan—comfort first, better sleep, no-goal touch, doctor-in-the-loop. Fix the conditions before judging the connection.Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  8. 74

    Is There a Genetic Link For Sexlessness?

    You must've wondered if there's a connection between sexlessness and genetics. A 2025 scientific study was done. Listen now for those results.Homesite

  9. 73

    When Desire Disappears: Gerrard, Melanie, and Living with HSDD

    A chronic and pervasive absence of sexual fantasies and interest in sexual activity characterises HSDD.Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  10. 72

    Could Giving Up Sex Actually Strengthen a Relationship?

    Is it possible? Could NO SEX be better? It's a different angle. Listen now!Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  11. 71

    No Sex Please. We Can't Be Bothered

    What if a sexless marriage isn’t broken—but evolved? In this episode of The Dirty Rabbit Hole Podcast, Michael Forman explores love beyond libido. Meet Clare and John, a couple redefining intimacy, challenging taboos, and proving that deep connection doesn’t always come with fireworks.Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  12. 70

    Non-Spontaneous Sex Is Better Than No Sex At All. Or Is It?

    Michael answers a note from 'Frustrated'.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  13. 69

    Therapy's Dirty Little Secret

    Does your partner experience inhibited desire or low desire? This therapist has just found the Holy Grail of desire knowledge; not all of us will like what this reveals!

  14. 68

    Bring Back Intimacy In A Marriage Before It’s Too Late

    Sage words from a sexless marriage counsellor.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  15. 67

    Signs Of A Couple Who Is Just Going Through The Motions

    If the following nine subtle signals sound familiar, experts agree that a couple is likely half-hearted about their relationship. Could this be you?

  16. 66

    Is Sexual Denial Actually Sexual Abuse? (Part 2)

    Are you being abused by your spouse? If your marriage is sexless and you're not the cause of it, who else can be to blame for the pain it causes? Is it time we called it for what it is: Abuse?michaelformanwriting.com

  17. 65

    Should I Leave My Sexless Marriage?

    Woman asks counsellor if she should leave her sexless marriage.Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  18. 64

    Married Couples Who Have A LOT Of Sex Are Sharing All Their Secrets on Reddit

    Want to know their secrets? Here are 19 of the best tips. Homesite https://michaelformanwriting.com

  19. 63

    The Worst Way to Miss Someone

    When you're separated from your spouse by distance, it makes sense to miss them (and sex) because they're not there with you. But when they are there every day, YET unavailable for sex, the torment it creates is unbearable.

  20. 62

    Sexless Marriage or INCEL?

    Involuntary celibate may be the best way to describe your part in your sexless marriage, as you're made to become celibate without your consent. Unfortunately, that's a no-go phrase. We can't use it anymore. There's a good reason why I stopped using it in my sexless marriage blogs a few years ago. Listen now. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  21. 61

    A Personal Story: "On Paper, He's The Best Husband Ever," says listener.

    Listener Elissa tells her heartfelt story of a twenty-year-long marriage to a man who is a "great man" except for one thing, he has no interest in sex.  Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  22. 60

    I Sailed Away From My (Sexless) Marriage

    Many people dream about leaving their sexless marriage. This is a story about someone who did... by boat. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com

  23. 59

    Which Pain is Worse: Trapped In a Sexless Marriage or Cheating Because of One?

    Intimacy pain is real. Now we get a chance to put two kinds of intimacy pain head to head to see which one hurts more. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  24. 58

    My Husband Prefers Porn Over Real Sex

    What do you do if your spouse has a sexual appetite but you're not on the menu? Homesite: Michael Forman (michaelformanwriting.com)

  25. 57

    Is There A Natural Way to Increase Our Spouse's Libido?

    Wouldn't it be nice if we could do something more to help turn our spouses on? Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  26. 56

    Is Your Partner A Closeted Asexual?

    Have you considered that your spouse is asexual and doesn't know it? Listen now! Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  27. 55

    Having No Intimacy With Her for 23 Years is Killing Me

    Painful sex has led this couple down a long-term sexless path. Listen now. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  28. 54

    Are Sexual Deniers Actually Sexual Abusers? (Part 1)

    Monogamy has pitfalls. If your romantic partner doesn't want to play, both of you can't play. It's a conundrum for those stuck in sexless marriages. How do we get ourselves out of this situation? Are our partners abusing us by withholding sex? Listen now.

  29. 53

    It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like a Sexless Christmas, Again!

    Do you dread the upcoming holidays, knowing that while you'll put on a brave face for family and friends to see, deep down, you're about as lonely as a person can get? Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com

  30. 52

    Survey Says 1 In 5 Unhappily Married Women Are In A Sexless Marriage

    The title says it all. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com/

  31. 51

    Why Marriage Vows Should Include Sex

    Ever wish you could go back and include SEX in your wedding vows? Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  32. 50

    My Open, Sexless Marriage

    Sometimes, being open is best. Homesite: SEETHINGS A Marriage Without Intimacy. Evil Ancestor. Thunderstorm. (michaelformanwriting.com)

  33. 49

    Accidentally Marrying My Best Friend

    Best friends don't always make good lovers. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  34. 48

    Sexless Marriages on The Increase?

    This story comes from Nigeria, Africa. A marriage counsellor recognises that long-term sexless marriages are growing in numbers. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  35. 47

    One In Three Couples Can't Remember The Last Time They Were Intimate

    The UK has come up with some exciting intimacy stats. Listen now for more. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  36. 46

    Thousands Ask Google For Help With Their Sexless Marriages

    How many people do searches on Google (per month) for sexless marriages? Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com

  37. 45

    Fantasy Lovers For Sexual Inspiration

    Do you need to pretend you're making love with someone else to get "in the mood"? Do you resent your spouse's control over sex that you have to do it this way? Listen now!

  38. 44

    Survey Says Sexlessness Sucks

    Surveys are a great way to see how others are doing in a sexless marriage. Listen now. michaelformanwriting.com

  39. 43

    Emotions Behind a Sexless Marriage

    What does living in a sexless marriage feel like? What are the emotions we go through when finding out our marriage is a sexless one? Home site: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  40. 42

    I'm Married But Have Been Seeing Escorts for 21 Years

    Escorts (prostitutes) have saved this person's marriage, but at what cost? Listen now. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  41. 41

    Sex Quotas in Pre-Nups

    If you had your chance over again, would you include a sex quota agreement with your spouse before marrying them? Homesite https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  42. 40

    Choosing A Date For Change - A Sexless Marriage

    There comes a time when enough is enough. How long will it take before you take a stand for yourself? Where do you see your sexless life in the future? Will your marriage still be a sexless one a decade from now? If the answer is no, then listen now. Homesite: http://michaelformanwriting.com/

  43. 39

    The Silent Void

    Do you feel like the gap between you and your partner is growing? It's not unusual to feel a sense of disconnection in a sexless marriage. https://michaelformanwriting.com/

  44. 38

    Missed Opportunities in A Sexless Marriage

    Vacation time should be perfect for couples to get intimate, right? What if the sexless marriage at home is the same sexless marriage when it's on holidays? What then? Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  45. 37

    Improving Bedroom Communication Skills

    Couples often state that they don't know when their partner wants sex, leading to missed opportunities for them to be intimate. Misunderstandings, miscommunications, and poor interpretations can lead to long sexual dry spells. This podcast includes a simple trick you can use with your partner to improve your bedroom communication and increase your sexual frequency. Homesite: http://michaelformanwriting.com/

  46. 36

    Sexless Marriage - The Affair

    Some call it sex outsourcing, other say it's having their own private affair partner. Have you also considered taking your sex elsewhere at some point during your sexless marriage? Are you doing it right now?  (michaelformanwriting.com)

  47. 35

    Coping with Libido Mismatch: Insights and Strategies

    How does a couple cope when their sexual drives differ.

  48. 34

    Breaking the Silence: Confronting the Reality of a Sexless Marriage

    In many ways, admitting to a sexless marriage is like admitting to alcoholism. Some people play it down and try to hide it or think the problem will go away if given enough time. Homesite: michaelformanwriting.com

  49. 33

    Overcoming Depression Caused By a Sexless Marriage

    Recorded on a sandy beach in Mandurah, this podcast gives tips on how to overcome depression.  Homesite: Michaelformanwriting.com

  50. 32

    Discovering The Marriage is Sexless

    There comes a time when you start questioning yourself about the sex inside your marriage. It's when you ask yourself, "Is my marriage actually sexless?" This is the episode for you. Homesite: https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The podcast dissects marriages and long-term relationships into intimacy, sex, sexless marriages, affairs, monogamy, non-monogamy, religion and other matters that negatively influence our lives and spoil our happy-ever-afters. Novels mentioned in the podcast are SEETHINGS and SEETHINGS 2. They are available from Smashwords.com Homesite is https://michaelformanwriting.com/

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