Edition 79: The Male Sex Right with aurora linnea, Sheila Jeffreys and Sekhmet SheOwl
Nov 3, 2022
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Join aurora linnea, Sheila Jeffreys, and Sekhmet SheOwl in a discussion on the male sex right. Topics include challenges faced by women in Iran and Afghanistan, controversial hospital decisions, a poetic reflection on freedom, and an analysis of male domination through practices like prostitution and forced marriage.
Men historically assert their right to access women's bodies, reflecting male supremacy in various practices like prostitution and pornography.
Male exercise of the sex right leads to sexual terror in public, perpetuating subordination through harmful practices and normalization of sexual perversions.
Deep dives
Exploring the Male Sex Right
The concept of the male sex right is central to understanding male domination and women's subordination. Sheila Jeffries discusses how men historically assert their right to access the bodies of women and children as a fundamental principle of male supremacy. This idea is reflected in various practices like prostitution, pornography, and the treatment of women in marriage.
Impact of Male Sexual Terrorism in Public Spaces
Men's exercise of the male sex right results in a reign of sexual terror in public spheres, including sexual harassment, stalking, and violence against women. The normalization of harmful sexual practices like strangulation and immersive fetishes perpetuates the subordination of women. This behavior creates an atmosphere of fear and control for women, limiting their freedom and safety.
Normalization and Campaigns of Sexual Perversions
There has been a normalization of sexual perversions and paraphilias through campaigns to de-stigmatize and legalize these practices. Transvestism, sadomasochism, and other fetishistic behaviors are increasingly normalized and portrayed as acceptable forms of sexual expression. These practices, once considered aberrant, are now promoted and defended as part of individual rights and sexual freedoms.
Patriarchy and the Male Desire to Oppress Women
The ultimate goal of patriarchy is rooted in men's desire for sexual access to women. The subjugation of women throughout history is driven by male entitlement to women's bodies. The connection between patriarchy, male power, and sexual domination is highlighted, emphasizing how sexual intercourse is used as a tool of control and oppression against women, reinforcing power dynamics and gender inequality.
Welcome to our 79th edition podcast focused on the male sex right with anchor and interviewer, aurora linnea, lesbian feminist extraordinaire, Sheila Jeffreys, and commentary from Sekhmet SheOwl.
This month's World News Segment was written and delivered by Emiliann Lorenzen for the last time. As Emily moves on to new projects in her life, we wish her well and thank her for her years of service to WLRN. We will miss you, sister!
The music featured in this month's show comes to us from Martha Wainwright with her song Four Black Sheep. The oil painting for our cover comes from Canadian artist Jane Paul and was selected by WLRN member April Neault.
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