Sex and Psychology Podcast
Episode 351: The Pornification of America
Dec 6, 2024
Dr. Bernadette Barton, Professor of Sociology and Director of Gender Studies at Morehead State University, explores the intricacies of today's highly pornified culture. She discusses the rise of raunch culture, its impact on women's sexuality, and the contradictory existence of both raunch and purity cultures. The conversation delves into the transformation of porn accessibility, the need for comprehensive sex education, and the importance of porn literacy for youth. Barton critiques the societal norms that shape our understanding of sexuality in a hypersexualized world.
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Quick takeaways
- Raunch culture epitomizes the hypersexualization of society, where women face superficial empowerment yet are bound by patriarchal standards of sexuality.
- The internet's accessibility to pornography has reshaped sexual norms, leading to unrealistic perceptions of intimacy among younger generations.
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Understanding Raunch Culture
Raunch culture refers to the hyper-sexualization of society, where mainstream media adopts elements typically associated with the sex industry. This concept was famously coined by journalist Ariel Levy, who described how women are often portrayed in ways that objectify them as sex workers. In this culture, women are encouraged to embrace their sexuality and present themselves as sexy, yet this empowerment is largely superficial and dictated by patriarchal norms. The pervasive messaging leads to a paradox where women are urged to embody sexual allure while simultaneously being subjected to societal pressures that promote modesty and purity.
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