Housewife - Lisa Selin Davis | Maiden Mother Matriarch 95
Jul 14, 2024
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Journalist Lisa Selin Davis discusses the history of American suburbs, Betty Friedan's legacy, and social costs of women entering the workforce. Topics include morality development in infants, impact of feminized culture on societal norms, and parental influence on decision-making. The conversation also explores male sexuality, online pornography, and women's interest in BDSM.
The history of American suburbs and the social costs of middle-class women entering the labor market were discussed.
Empathy can lead to biased moral judgments, highlighting the distinction between personal connections and impartial moral considerations.
Deep dives
Evolutionary Roots of Morality in Babies
Babies display a foundational moral sense early on. Studies show that by six months of age, babies favor the 'good guy' over the 'bad guy'. This preference for positive actions like helping others suggests a universal moral principle. Additionally, older babies exhibit a sense of fairness, as seen in experiments where they prefer equal distribution of rewards.
Empathy and its Moral Complexities
Empathy, while often viewed as a positive trait, can lead to biased moral judgments. The speaker argues that empathy is not always a reliable guide in making moral decisions. There is a distinction between personal connections that evoke empathy, such as with one's children, and impartial moral considerations that prioritize the greater good over personal biases.
Gender Differences in Sexual Preferences
The discussion delves into the differences in sexual preferences between men and women. The idea that men may have different modes of sexuality, one for long-term committed relationships and another for casual interactions, is explored. This distinction in sexual behavior may influence preferences in online pornography.
Exploring Violence and Sexual Fantasies
The conversation delves into the complex realm of sexual fantasies, including those involving violence and aggression. The discussion of BDSM themes in erotic fiction and the attraction to displays of passion and strength is highlighted. The exploration of rape fantasies within certain contexts, often observed in women's preferences for certain sexual content, is examined.
My guest today is the journalist Lisa Selin Davis, author of a new book titled 'Housewife: Why Women Still Do It All and What to Do Instead.' We spoke about the history of the American suburbs, the legacy of Betty Friedan, and the social costs of the mass influx of middle class women into the labour market.
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