Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships 078 - Gender, Bisexuality, and Fairness
Aug 2, 2016
Exploring the experiences of individuals identifying as male or female in polyamorous or dating journeys. Discussing the struggle for fairness and insights from the Buddha. Representation of bisexuality in media and the challenges faced by bisexual individuals. Frustration of a bisexual man constantly mislabeled as gay and the issue of bi erasure. Perks and privileges patrons can enjoy, including access to exclusive communities and ad-free content. Promotion of their Patreon community and a promo code for a website. Differences in dating experiences for men and women and the impact of labeling on dating profiles.
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Bi Erasure in Media
- The panel at Comic-Con on bisexuality in popular media highlighted the issue of bi erasure.
- Characters like Constantine are canonically bisexual but the TV adaptations omit this fact entirely.
Bisexuality Faces Unique Challenges
- Bisexuality lacks a neutral or tolerant space across communities and genders.
- Women face dismissal as playful or experimental while men face accusations of being actually gay or straight for convenience.
Avoiding the Word "Bisexual"
- TV shows often portray bisexual characters without explicitly labeling them bisexual.
- The word "bisexual" remains taboo, leading to vague code language in media about identity and relationships.