Modern Wisdom

#654 - J Michael Bailey - Activists Tried To Get This Study Banned

Jul 15, 2023

J. Michael Bailey, a psychology professor at Northwestern University, delves into the controversial realm of human sexuality. He discusses the intense backlash surrounding his research, including a study on rapid onset gender dysphoria that was retracted amid public outcry. The conversation covers misunderstood identities, the fluidity of sexual orientation, and the existence of male bisexuality. Bailey also explores unique concepts like gynandromorphophilia and examines societal perceptions of attraction, encouraging a nuanced understanding of sexuality.

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Episode guests

J. Michael Bailey

Highlights

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Episode notes

Problem with Promoting Victim Status

03:48

The Impact of an Academic Article on Media Coverage

01:31

Lesbians and Female Fluidity in Sexual Orientation

01:25

Heterosexual Women's Genetically Indifferent Views on Erotica

01:13

Intro

4min

The Controversial Retraction

5min

Exploring Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria

19min

Exploring Gender Dysphoria and Identity

4min

Navigating Scientific Ethics and Research Challenges

3min

Evolving Narratives of Transgender Sexuality

15min

Exploring Sexual Orientation Complexity

12min

Exploring Male Bisexuality and Gender Identity

17min

Exploring Mate Value: Gender Differences and Societal Impacts

7min

J. Michael Bailey is a Northwestern University professor of psychology, researcher, and an author known for his work on sexual orientation and human sexuality.

Scientific research has had public scrutiny for a long time. But Michael's most recent study was placed under so much pressure from upset dissidents that the journal formally retracted it. Today we get to find out just why human sexuality is such a dangerous topic to look into.

Expect to learn what it's like to be in the middle of a global cancellation furore, what exactly the concept of gynandromorphophilia is, how malleable your sexual orientation actually is, whether lesbians are more likely to become straight again, if bisexuality actually exists, how accurate our gaydars and much more...

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