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The truth about OnlyFans, with Alix Aharon

Feb 5, 2023
Meghan Murphy interviews Alix Aharon, Co-Founder of Partners for Ethical Care and a porn researcher, to uncover the realities behind platforms like OnlyFans. They discuss the exploitative nature of OnlyFans, its connection to sex trafficking and child pornography, and the damaging effects of relying on it for sexual gratification. They also explore the normalization of pornography among younger generations and alternative ways to seek intimacy and resolve loneliness without relying on pornography or AI sex bots.
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  • OnlyFans enables women to monetize their content directly, but critics highlight concerns about exploitation and harm.
  • Men are developing emotionally damaging relationships with online pornography, impacting their overall well-being.

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The rise of OnlyFans and its impact on women

OnlyFans has seen explosive growth since its inception, with 1 million users now creating pornography on the platform. While some argue that OnlyFans empowers women by allowing them to monetize their content directly, critics raise concerns about the potential exploitation and harm caused by such platforms. The average user on OnlyFans makes $176 per month, and often engages in extreme acts to attract subscribers. The industry is filled with instances of abuse, trafficking, and illegal content. Moreover, the effects of porn, including violent and degrading content, are seeping into the mainstream culture and shaping people's sexual relationships.

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