#492 - Louise Perry - The Sexual Revolution Has Failed Everyone

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Jun 27, 2022

Louise Perry, a writer and press officer for the campaign group We Can’t Consent To This, argues that the sexual revolution has ultimately failed both men and women. She highlights the emotional dangers of casual sex and how platforms like TikTok are reshaping young girls’ perceptions of intimacy. Louise critiques the impact of pornography on real-life relationships and questions whether innovations like the birth control pill have benefitted women. The conversation covers the complexities of modern dating and touches on the contentious debates surrounding sex work and gender dynamics.

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INSIGHT

Sexual Revolution's Impact

The sexual revolution, enabled by the pill, presented sex as a leisure activity.
This idea benefits men more than women, as women bear greater risks.

INSIGHT

New Sexual Norms

While women experience less shame around sex post-sexual revolution, new pressures have emerged.
Women now face expectations to be sexually adventurous, creating a difficult tightrope to walk.

ANECDOTE

Suppressing Instincts

Women's magazines often publish articles advising women on how not to catch feelings during casual sex.
This encourages women to suppress their natural instincts, which can be harmful.

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