Is porn changing the way we have sex, and how we relate to each other?In our last episode we learnt that our fantasies can be inspired and deepened by porn. That porn doesn’t make us into someone else, but it can strengthen parts of us. What about when it comes to our actions?Is what we see in porn feeding into our actual sex lives? Is it changing what we do with each other?Is it leading to higher rates of sexual assault? Is it encouraging men to treat women differently? Is it making women change how they behave, or how they view their own bodies?Like everything else, there are a range of views on this. Also just a heads up that this episode includes discussions about sexual assault and family and domestic violence. 1800 Respect is an online and phone service available for support if you need to talk about these issues. https://1800respect.org.au/ We also talk about issues around body dysmorphia and eating disorders. On this you’re best to go to The Butterfly Foundation https://butterfly.org.au/Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays from 24th September (Episode One). Head to our website for transcripts and show notes - www.headlineproductions.net/originalpodcasts/therealityof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sexual fantasy is a human instinct, and part of fantasy is often to step beyond the realm of societal norms and push taboos. Is porn changing what we fantasize about? Or is what we fantasize about what drives porn? When should we be worried about our fantasies?Do women fantasize differently to men? And how does porn impact that difference?We live in a pretty prescriptive society - there are things that are ok and things that are not, and most of us know the difference.But those lines can move in sex, and even more in our fantasies.Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays from 24th September (Episode One). Head to our website for transcripts and show notes - www.headlineproductions.net/originalpodcasts/therealityof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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One of the most often heard concerns about internet pornography is that the very nature of the creation of this content is leading to abuse. That people who are acting in films are being forced, and are not being treated properly. But is that true? Who’s making porn, who’s making money from porn, and how can consumers do better? In this episode our host Liz Keen meets with creators, like Cherie De Ville, and filmmakers like Josie Hess from Permission 4 Pleasure. We also hear from Cindy Gallop from Make Love Not Porn, Maree Crabbe from It’s Time We Talked and Mish Pony from the Scarlet Alliance. As with every episode, we have collected a range of opinions are research so you can make up your own mind. This show was funded in part by The Walkley Foundation’s Solutions Journalism Grant.Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays from 24th September (Episode One). Head to our website for transcripts and show notes - www.headlineproductions.net/originalpodcasts/therealityof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode One
What impact is porn having on our society? And what should we do about it? It’s easy to blame porn for a lot - sexual assault rates, the burgeoning Gen Z gender divide, plastic surgery. But what’s the truth about internet porn?The average age Australian kids see porn is 13. Lots of them come across it by accident, and they generally don’t like to be surprised by it online. More than half of Australian 15-22 year old guys are watching porn weekly. For girls, that number is only 14%. Around 20% of people around the world watch porn regularly. Where are people watching porn? Is there a distinction between good porn and bad porn? Or safe porn and dangerous porn? How do we talk to our kids about it, and at what age? Is regulation the answer?In this episode we start to understand porn, where it is and who’s watching it.Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays from 24th September (Episode One). Head to our website for transcripts and show notes - www.headlineproductions.net/originalpodcasts/therealityof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How is internet pornography impacting our society? Kids are first seeing porn, on average, by the time they’re 13. With the growth of AI and the pervasiveness of social media, it's nearly impossible to miss. Is it changing our sex lives or is the algorithm just responding to our desires? What's this billion dollar industry really like for the creators making content? Is violence increasing? Are young people at the forefront of an unprecedented social experiment? Will regulation solve this or will it amplify a darker reality? Investigative journalist, Liz Keen spoke with experts around the world to find answers. The Reality of Porn is an eight part documentary podcast series rolling out from September 24.Episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays from 24th September (Episode One). Head to our website for transcripts and show notes - www.headlineproductions.net/originalpodcasts/therealityof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Reality Of is an in-depth podcast series that unravels important issues shaping our world. Season 1 - The Reality Of Porn takes a deep dive into the reality of internet pornography. From violence in adult content and how that affects kids to the psychological effects on relationships and mental health, we break down the latest research and surprising statistics. Over the course of multiple episodes, we explore the complex relationship between porn and society. This podcast series was supported by The Walkley Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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