Dr. Debra Soh: "Sextinction"
Let's talk about sex! Michael speaks with Dr. Debra Soh about her provocative new book, "Sextinction: The Decline of Sex and the Future of Intimacy." Despite living in an increasingly sexualized culture, Americans—especially young adults—are having less sex than ever before. Dr. Soh explores the data behind the “sex recession” and examines the cultural, technological, and biological forces driving it, from pornography and social media to shifting gender dynamics and mental health trends. Together, they discuss what this decline means for relationships, motivation, and society at large—and what parents and young people can do to reconnect in an age of digital intimacy. Original air date 3 March 2026. The book was published on 10 February 2026.
Book Club with Michael Smerconish · Debra Soh, Michael Smerconish
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Show Notes
Dr. Debra Soh is a neuroscientist who specializes in human sexuality and biological explanations for behavior.
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