Very Bad Wizards Episode 277: The Merits of Buggery (Nagel's "Sexual Perversion")
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Jan 30, 2024 Podcast explores Thomas Nagel's surprising essay on sexual perversion and the nature of sexual desires. Discussion includes a new study on attitudes about sexual assault with sex robots. The hosts analyze Nagel's arguments against the notion of perversion and explore the complexities of hunger and sexual desire. They also discuss the concept of desire, the role of fantasy in sexual desire, and whether engaging in non-traditional sexual activities qualifies as perversion.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Barbie's Surprising Oscar Nomination
01:51 • 4min
Attitudes towards Sexual Assault and Blame
05:41 • 17min
Challenges in Writing a Morality Paper and Future Implications for Sex Robots
22:48 • 3min
Exploring Sexual Perversion and Consent, with a Touch of Humor
26:07 • 4min
Analyzing Thomas Nagel's Essay on Sexual Perversion
30:35 • 16min
Strange Opening Line and Lack of Cross-Cultural Studies on Sexual Assault
46:45 • 2min
The Complexity of Hunger and Sexual Desire
48:17 • 21min
Citations of Jesus and Paul in relation to sexual desire and perversion
01:08:48 • 5min
Exploring the Concept of Perversion and Desire
01:13:42 • 5min
Exploring Sexual Perversion and Fantasy
01:18:53 • 17min