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Porn: Can You Learn From It?

Sex With Emily

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The Postman Always Rings Twice Porn

A discussion about what constitutes pornography, influenced by personal experiences. The speaker recalls reading sexually explicit books as a child and questioning whether they qualify as porn. They mention Nancy Friday, a well-known sexologist, and her book 'My Secret Garden', which explored women's sexual fantasies. The speaker also ponders if movies like 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' or explicit frescoes in Pompeii should be considered porn. They reflect on the excitement of early experiences and how women can be turned on by such material. The speaker then shares a personal anecdote about watching porn in their 20s with a serious partner and feeling disturbed by the unrealistic portrayal of women. They question the relevance of porn in a satisfying sexual relationship.

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