The Dissenter

#1108 Laurie Mintz - Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters and How to Get It

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Jun 9, 2025
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Laurie Mintz
Laurie Mintz, an Emeritus Professor at the University of Florida and author of 'Becoming Cliterate,' dives into the critical topic of orgasm equality. She explores the stark orgasm gap between men and women, emphasizing the need for better sexual education and communication. Mintz discusses the influence of pornography on unrealistic sexual expectations and the vital role of understanding female anatomy for pleasurable experiences. She advocates for redefining sexual pleasure, highlighting the importance of foreplay and mutual satisfaction in relationships.
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Cultural Cause of Orgasm Gap

  • Women have fewer orgasms than men largely due to cultural ignorance of the clitoris, not biology.
  • Cultural overvaluation of penetration neglects women's primary reliable route to orgasm, the clitoris.
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Statistics on Orgasm Differences

  • About 85-90% of men always orgasm during sex, compared to only 65% of women.
  • Women orgasm more with themselves or female partners, proving the issue is cultural, not biological.
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Clitoral Stimulation Is Key

  • Women often don't orgasm with partners because they lack sufficient clitoral stimulation.
  • Men generally want to please partners but follow a model focused on intercourse that doesn't suit most women.
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