Black Mass Appeal: Modern Satanism for the Masses

Episode 192 - Satanists Fuck With Purity Culture

Apr 2, 2025
In this edition, Sarah Mosliner, a religion professor and creator of the After Purity Project, delves into the complexities of evangelical purity culture. She shares insights on how purity pressures impact young women’s autonomy and consent, exploring the intertwining of race, religion, and systemic racism. The conversation also critiques societal norms through the lens of horror media, emphasizing empowerment and individual autonomy. Tune in for a thought-provoking look at how these issues shape identity and broader cultural conversations!
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Purity Culture Defined Historically

  • Purity culture is a historically rooted evangelical movement emphasizing sexual abstinence until marriage. - It intertwines sexuality with political and racial ideologies, especially promoting white Christian norms.
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Purity Culture and White Supremacy

  • Purity culture served to maintain white middle-class dominance by idealizing 'pure' white womanhood. - This racialized gender ideology enforced race boundaries and justified white supremacy.
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Gender Roles Fuel Rape Culture

  • Purity culture enforces strict gender roles making women responsible for controlling men's sexuality. - It promotes myths that reinforce male sexual aggression and female sexual passivity, fueling rape culture.
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