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  • Philias: Diapers, Age Play, and the Psychology of ABDL

    Philias: Diapers, Age Play, and the Psychology of ABDL

    · Taboo Science

    You've definitely wondered why some grown adults like to wear diapers—so let's get into it. In today's episode, we rip off the velcro to understand the world of of ABDL (Adult Baby/Diaper Lovers) and uncover the diverse desires and expressions within this often misunderstood community. From the psychological and emotional aspects to the truly prolific amount of gear options, we explore what draws people to this kink and how it can be a source of comfort, coping, and even healing. With the help of researcher B. Terrance Grey, The Usual Bet podcast hosts and age players Sophie & Chloe, and veteran kinkster Benny, we also tackle the tough stuff like shame, stigma, and navigating relationships. So grab your favorite sippy cup, settle in, and join us for a judgment-free journey into the heart of this fascinating community.

    Resources from B. Terrance Grey:

    Understanding Infantilism: https://understanding.infantilism.org/

    Resources from Sophie & Chloe:

    The Usual Bet podcast: https://episodes.fm/1489108968The Usual Bet on X: https://x.com/TheUsualBetSophie on X: https://x.com/TheUsualSophieChloe on X: https://x.com/TheUsualChloe

    Resources from Benny:

    Twisted Tryst: https://www.twistedtryst.com/

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/045-abdl-age-play-diapers/

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  • Philias: Zoophilia and the Hidden Community That's Into Animals

    Philias: Zoophilia and the Hidden Community That's Into Animals

    · Taboo Science

    Get ready to learn about the underground and frequently misunderstood world of zoophilia. With the help of paraphilia researcher Alexandra Zidenberg and hosts of the zoophile podcast Zooier Than Thou, we'll unravel what it really means to be attracted to animals. We'll learn what it is that attracts "zoos" to non-human animals, explore the hot-button issue of animal consent, wrestle with the ethics of bestiality, understand the incredible diversity within the zoophile community itself, and hear about the immense challenges zoophiles face in a society that's quick to judge what they don't understand. Tune in for an ultra-taboo episode that will challenge what you thought you knew about the world.

    Resources from Alexandra Zidenberg:

    Website: https://www.alexandrazidenberg.com/Dissertation: https://harvest.usask.ca/items/aeb0600d-3e6d-48e1-9008-906c050cae23Twitter: https://x.com/Lexi_M_Z

    Resources from Zooier Than Thou:

    Podcast website: https://zoo.wtf/Twitter: https://x.com/zooierthanthouBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/zoo.wtf

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/044-zoophilia/

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  • Philias: Cuckolding Is More Than Just Cheating

    Philias: Cuckolding Is More Than Just Cheating

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    "Cuck" is way more than an internet insult. In this episode of Taboo Science, we're stepping out and diving in to cuckolding, the real-life kink and lifestyle all about the thrill of your partner sleeping with someone else. Join us as we chat with clinical psychologist Dr. David Ley and popular cuckolding podcaster Venus Cuckoldress, who shed light on the psychological quirks and deep emotional connections in this often misunderstood practice. We're also breaking down how it all plays into the complicated dynamics of race, power, and gender. If you're curious to understand a taboo that's reshaping how some people view relationships and empowerment, give it a listen. Let's get into why cuckolding is having a major moment right now and what it could mean for you.

    Resources from Dr. David Ley:

    Website: https://www.davidleyphd.com/Insatiable Wives: Women Who Stray and the Men Who Love Them https://amzn.to/3V0mRy4

    Resources from Venus Cuckoldress:

    Podcast: https://www.venuscuckoldress.com/Matchmaking service: https://www.venusconnections.com/

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/042-cuckolding

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  • Philias: Why Pup Play Appeals to Grown Adults

    Philias: Why Pup Play Appeals to Grown Adults

    · Taboo Science

    Fox News recoils at the idea of pup play—but we're looking closer. In this episode of Taboo Science, we dive into the fascinating subculture of humans who enjoy roleplaying as puppies. We'll explore the origins of this kink, from post-WWII leather culture to the rise of online pup communities, and learn what draws people to don a pup hood and bark. Kink researcher Dr. Liam Wignall and sex educator and pup play enthusiast Pup Amp share insights on the gear, the headspace, and the joys and challenges of being a pup. We also tackle the stigma and misconceptions surrounding this kink, and why it's important to approach it with an open mind. So, sit, stay, and listen up—this episode will satisfy your curiosity about the world of pup play, and maybe even inspire you to unleash your own inner puppy.

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/042-pupplay/

    Resources from Dr. Liam Wignall:

    His book, Kinky In The Digital Age: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/kinky-in-the-digital-age-9780197503195?cc=us&lang=en&Faculty page: https://research.brighton.ac.uk/en/persons/liam-wignall

    Resources from Amp Somers:

    Website: https://www.wattsthesafeword.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WattsTheSafewordTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/WattstheSafeWord

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  • Philias: Furry Isn't a Fetish (Most of the Time)

    Philias: Furry Isn't a Fetish (Most of the Time)

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    The furry fandom gets a bad rap. But on this episode, we're digging beneath the stereotypes to uncover the truth about this misunderstood community. We'll chat with furry researcher Dr. Courtney Plante along with Riley Black, a science writer and a furry herself, to explore what the furry culture is really all about, from the artistry of fursuits to the appeal of fursonas. And yes, we'll go there—investigating whether being a furry is actually a fetish (spoiler alert: for most, it's not, but for the others, we'll explore why). So put your preconceptions aside and get ready to learn what makes the furry community so fascinating—and maybe even find yourself with an urge to join in the fun.

    Resources from Dr. Courtney Plante:

    FurScience: https://furscience.com/

    Resources from Riley Black:

    Website: https://rileyblack.net/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/restingdinoface.bsky.social

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  • Philias: Why Do People Like BDSM? (

    Philias: Why Do People Like BDSM? ("It Was Like Taking Drugs")

    · Taboo Science

    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=$211-37Philippe-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/podcastNewsletter: 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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  • Philias: How Many Kinks Exist? The Science of Kinks and Fetishes

    Philias: How Many Kinks Exist? The Science of Kinks and Fetishes

    · Taboo Science

    It's here! The premiere episode of Taboo Science's new miniseries "Philias": an exploration into the science of kinks and fetishes. In this 101 episode, we learn the difference between a kink, fetish, paraphilia, and paraphilic disorder; we'll take a tour of the many, many kinds of kink that exist; and we'll find out what scientists know about where these desires come from—and what they don't know. With insights from renowned paraphilia researcher Christian Joyal and pornstar/internet celebrity/kink researcher Aella, we'll dismantle society's narrow definitions of "normal" sex and shed light on humanity's boundless sexual creativity. Whether you're a seasoned kinkster or you're just here for the science, this premiere is a salacious must-listen.

    Resources from Aella:

    Big kink survey: https://www.guidedtrack.com/programs/u4m797m/runMini kink survey, if you don't have time: https://www.guidedtrack.com/programs/am6xux0/runWebsite: https://knowingless.com/Blog: https://aella.substack.com/X: https://twitter.com/Aella_Girl Aella's appearance on the Lex Fridman podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFSrxSBrgSc

    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=$211-37Philippe-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=

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  • Coming Soon: Philias from Taboo Science

    Coming Soon: Philias from Taboo Science

    · Taboo Science

    Philias is a new miniseries from Taboo Science about the quirky, colorful world of kinks and fetishes. The first episode drops on March 21 — hit the follow/subscribe button in your podcast app of choice to make sure you get it.

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  • RERUN: Necrophilia (with Dr. Victoria Sullivan & Dr. Jens Foell)

    RERUN: Necrophilia (with Dr. Victoria Sullivan & Dr. Jens Foell)

    · Taboo Science

    Think necrophilia is just creepy morticians and serial killers? Think again. With the help of psychologist Dr. Victoria Hartmann and neuroscientist Jens Foell, this rerun episode explores the wide spectrum of death and dying fetishes, from Disney movies to consensual roleplay. Dive into Dr. Hartmann’s research on members of online necrophilia communities, and examine how necrophilic acts after murders often aren’t sexually motivated. The conversation covers the fuzzy legal lines around necrophilia, creating ethical erotic horror films, and finding self-acceptance. If you want to confront taboos with empathy, this frank discussion brings humanity to the complicated reality behind necrophilia.

    This is the last episode of season 3! Taboo Science will be back in a few months with an all-new themed season.

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  • Attraction to Monsters (with Ella Gallego)

    Attraction to Monsters (with Ella Gallego)

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    Beauty and the Beast. Twilight. The Shape of Water. What do these stories have in common? Humans and monsters getting down and dirty. This episode explores the surprising psychology behind "monsterf*ckers" — people attracted to creatures like vampires, werewolves, and tentacled beasts. Hear from researcher Ella Gallego about her study on monstrous desire, which reveals how and why women and LGBTQ+ people are particularly entranced by these inhuman love interests. We’ll trace the history of monster erotica through the medieval church’s preoccupation with demon sex, the horny throughline of vampire movies, and the incredibly surprising history of tentacle porn. Bare your neck and put on your hottest swamp bikini: it’s time to discover the connection between monsters, sex, and our deepest desires.

    Resources from Ella Gallego:

    Monstrous Desire Study: https://monstrousdesirestudy.com/Monstrous Desire TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@monstrousdesireMonstrous Desire Study podcast: https://pod.link/1707753667

    Listen to S1E3 Penises (with Dr. Emily Willingham): https://www.tabooscience.show/003-penises/

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/s3e13-attraction-to-monsters/

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    Nice Genes

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  • Animal Testing (with Dr. Katherine Roe & Dr. Emily Trunnell)

    Animal Testing (with Dr. Katherine Roe & Dr. Emily Trunnell)

    · Taboo Science

    We've all heard the arguments against animal testing: it's cruel, it's unethical. But you may not know the dirty truth: it doesn't even work most of the time. This week on Taboo Science, we dive deep into the animal testing controversy. We talk to researchers and neuroscientists Dr. Katherine Roe and Dr. Emily Trunnell from PETA’s Science Advancement and Outreach Division about unethical experiments and flawed disease models. While scientists all over the world still rely on animal data, new technology like organs on chips and AI models offer a lot of promise. Tune in to hear what’s being done to end animal testing—and whether that’s really the best path forward. 

    Learn more about the PETA Research Modernization Deal: https://www.peta.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/PETA-2021-Research-Modernization-Deal.pdf

    See citations (a lot of them) and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/s3e12-animal-testing/

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    A CRISPR Bite

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    Indecent With Kiki Andersen

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  • Introducing: How to Do the Pot

    Introducing: How to Do the Pot

    · Taboo Science

    We're back between episodes with a quick feed drop! Taboo Science will return next week.

    How to Do the Pot is a fun weekly show helping you dabble in weed — and feel confident about cannabis for health, well-being, and for fun! 

    Episodes of How to Do the Pot share stories from women who have turned to cannabis for stress, sleep, pain relief, or better sex. If you’ve got questions that range from “what is good weed?” to “what is good weed for sex”, host Ellen Scanlon has you covered, along with knowledgeable, trusted experts.

    If you want to hear how other women are exploring cannabis and have all of your questions answered, listen to How To Do the Pot right here: https://pod.link/1486444821

  • IQ / Intelligence (with Dr. Steven Piantadosi)

    IQ / Intelligence (with Dr. Steven Piantadosi)

    · Taboo Science

    The IQ test is supposed to be a measure of human intelligence. But is it? Today, we're joined by UC Berkeley professor Dr. Steven Piantadosi to understand why the diversity of human intellect can't be captured by a single number. We'll explore the history of IQ, from its innocent beginnings in French schools to its dark role in the eugenics movement. We'll understand why IQ testing is fallible, thanks to rising scores, the effects of motivation, and cultural bias, and learn about a test in the 1970s that was designed to flip that bias upside down. Go full galaxy brain and tune in to hear why IQ isn't all it's cracked up to be.

    See Dr. Piantadosi's website here: http://colala.berkeley.edu/people/piantadosi/

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/s3e11-iq-intelligence/

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    Indecent With Kiki Andersen

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  • Climate Anxiety (with Dr. Thomas Doherty)

    Climate Anxiety (with Dr. Thomas Doherty)

    · Taboo Science

    Avoiding climate news? Do thoughts of the apocalypse keep you up at night? Feeling guilty about unsustainable habits? With climate change becoming a stark reality, more and more of us are grappling with anxiety over our planet's environmental crisis. Today, environmental psychologist Thomas Doherty sheds light on the emerging field of climate-conscious therapy — a response to this very real mental health impact. He explains how therapists are equipping themselves to counsel those struggling with climate anxiety, and how people can restructure their 'pyramid of issues' to create healthier coping mechanisms that will help them navigate these challenging times. You’ll hear about the three-pronged mental health impact of climate change: the direct disaster effects, far-reaching social implications, and the indirect repercussions. You’ll also learn strategies to help you express your environmental values and narratives so you can feel more empowered to get out there and do something. 

    Resources about Thomas Doherty:

    Climate Change and Happiness podcastThomas Doherty’s practice, Sustainable Self

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/s3e10-climateanxiety/

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    Indecent With Kiki Andersen

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  • Remastered: Depression (with Dr. Gerard Sanacora)

    Remastered: Depression (with Dr. Gerard Sanacora)

    · Taboo Science

    How much do we really know about depression? In this remastered episode, Gerard Sanacora, director of the Yale Depression Research Program and Co-director of the Yale Interventional Psychiatry Service, reveals that even doctors don't fully get the biological roots behind depression's mix of mental and physical woes. But that doesn't mean we don't have effective treatments — and those treatments are only getting better. For example, ketamine and psilocybin are being studied as unconventional treatments to reshape depressed brains. Tune in to learn how medicine moves forward in understanding this serious condition, even when the science isn't clear.

    Science Vs Ketamine episode: https://gimletmedia.com/shows/science-vs/5whmb8kv

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  • Menstruation (with Dr. Kate Clancy)

    Menstruation (with Dr. Kate Clancy)

    · Taboo Science

    Menstruation is so much more than a useless byproduct of the reproductive cycle — it's a dang biological miracle. With the help of Dr. Kate Clancy, a professor at the University of Illinois and author of Period: The Real Story of Menstruation, this episode dives deep into the misconceptions, stigmas, and hidden truths about menstruation. Uncover the true purpose of periods, debunk the idea of a 'normal' period, and explore how environmental factors and personal experiences can impact menstrual cycles. We touch on premenstrual dysphoric disorder, PCOS, and endometriosis, along with the stigma associated with menstrual blood and why efforts to give menstrual products to girls in the global South are misguided. Also, retrograde menstruation. You've been warned.

    Pick up Kate's book, "Period: The Real Story of Menstruation," right here: https://amzn.to/3qmF0d9

    See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/s3e9-menstruation/

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  • Makeup (with Ilise S. Carter)

    Makeup (with Ilise S. Carter)

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    It's both a method of empowerment and a tool of control — but it sure is pretty! Today's episode delves into how makeup reflects and perpetuates society's conflicting views on femininity, with the help of historian Ilise S. Carter, author of The Red Menace: How Lipstick Changed the Face of American History. From its historical roots, like ancient Egyptian eyeliner and the opulent courtiers of Louis XIV, to the modern-day pressures women, POCs, and gender-nonconforming people face to adhere to impossible ideals, we uncover the dark side of makeup's impact. Hope you've got your no-makeup makeup on, 'cause this is one cute selfie we will not delete later.

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  • Heterosexuality (with Dr. Hanne Blank Boyd)

    Heterosexuality (with Dr. Hanne Blank Boyd)

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    Heterosexuality isn't what you think it is. In this episode, historian Hanne Blank Boyd flips the script on how we view sexual orientation, showing how the concept of "heterosexuality" has only existed for around 150 years. Hanne traces how modern capitalism led "heterosexual" to emerge as a term for normal, moral sexuality, allowing the middle class to prove their respectability. Even now, assuming heterosexuality as the default norm skews scientific research on sexuality. Being straight isn't as simple as being attracted to the opposite sex — it's all encompassing and ever changing. Tune in to find out why.

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  • Race (with AgustĂ­n Fuentes, Ph.D.)

    Race (with Agustín Fuentes, Ph.D.)

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    Get ready to rethink everything you know about race. With the help of anthropologist AgustĂ­n Fuentes, this episode debunks the idea that race exists within our biology. We're unraveling racist stereotypes, explaining why race is nothing like dog breeds, delving into the devastating effects of race in health and medicine, and explaining why your 23andMe results aren't what you think. This episode isn't just about debunking misconceptions - it's about highlighting our shared humanity.

    Pick up Agustin's book Race, Monogamy, and Other Lies They Told You: Busting Myths about Human Nature right here: https://amzn.to/3NSrCGD

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  • Nudity (with Ruth Barcan, Ph.D.)

    Nudity (with Ruth Barcan, Ph.D.)

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    What do the Pioneer 10 plaque and communal bathhouses of Renaissance Europe have in common? Today we're stripping down the complicated concept of nudity with Dr. Ruth Barcan, honorary associate professor at the University of Sydney in Australia. We'll explore the meanings, reactions, and laws surrounding nudity, from how art influenced our perception of nudity to the complex legalities of female toplessness in the US. Oh yeah, and we're getting deep into the nudism movement, which has an origin story you'll be telling people about at parties.

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