Taboo Science Philias: Why Do People Like BDSM? ("It Was Like Taking Drugs")
Whips, chains, and... legal pads? In this episode of Taboo Science, we dive deep into the world of BDSM to explore its long history, the science behind subspace, the submissive rich guy stereotype, and why aftercare is essential for everyone (even vanilla folks!). With help from paraphilia researcher Dr. Christian Joyal, the Ask a Sub podcast's Lina Dune, and the Loving BDSM podcast's Kayla Lords and John Brownstone, we're debunking misconceptions and shedding light on the reality of safe, consensual BDSM practices. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just curious about the lifestyle, this episode is a must-listen. Hey, it's way better than Fifty Shades of Grey.
(02:50) What kinksters think of Fifty Shades
(04:49) BDSM definition
(05:07) BDSM history
(07:37) What the DSM has to say
(09:32) Why do people like BDSM?
(14:56) Powerful man stereotype
(27:04) Subspace
(27:48) Domspace?
(31:17) The Dom's role
(37:40) Aftercare
Resources from Christian Joyal:
- University of Quebec faculty page: https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/pls/public/genw050.afficher_fiche_perso?owa_cd_secteur=0800&owa_cd_fonction=49&owa_no_personne=134064&owa_contexte=$211-37
- Philippe-Pinel Institute faculty page: https://pinel.qc.ca/christian-joyal-ph-d/
- Research on Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.ca/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0,5&q=c+joyal&oq=
Resources from Lina Dune:
- Ask a Sub podcast: https://askasub.substack.com/podcast
- Newsletter: https://askasub.substack.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askasub2.0/
Resources from Kayla Lords & John Brownstone:
- Loving BDSM podcast: https://lovingbdsm.net/loving-bdsm-podcast/
- Website: https://lovingbdsm.net/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovingds1/
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