Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal Louise Perry: The Case Against The Sexual Revolution
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Apr 13, 2023 
In this thought-provoking discussion, Louise Perry, a London-based journalist and author, critiques the sexual revolution in her book 'A Case Against The Sexual Revolution'. She dives into the complexities of feminist factions and the moral implications of sex commodification. The conversation highlights the harsh realities of the sex industry, including 'sex for rent', and the nuanced dynamics of consent in today's dating landscape. Perry emphasizes the urgent need to reevaluate societal norms surrounding gender, sexuality, and the emotional toll on women in modern relationships.
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Sexual Disenchantment
- The concept of sexual disenchantment, where sex is seen as just another neutral activity, is unrealistic.
- People's emotional responses and behaviors contradict this idea, as jealousy and societal disapproval of certain sexual acts demonstrate.
Sex for Rent Hypocrisy
- Sex for rent, where landlords exchange housing for sexual favors, is universally condemned.
- This reveals a hypocrisy in views on sex work, as it's seen as exploitative despite being similar to exchanging sex for money.
The Reality of Sex Buyers
- Media portrayals of the sex industry often depict glamorous women and ignore the clients' appearance.
- A project photographing sex buyers revealed they were generally unattractive, highlighting the transactional nature of sex work.
