EP7: Sex Education - Don't let porn parent your child!

In this one of a kind, enlightening conversation we speak to Cindy Gallop, founder of Make Love Not Porn and discuss the critical need for open dialogue about sex education. She shares her personal journey and the inception of her platform, which aims to destigmatise sexuality and promote healthy sexual attitudes. Our discussion emphasises the importance of age-appropriate sex education, the challenges parents face in discussing these topics, and the impact of technology on youth. Cindy advocates for early conversations about sex and porn, highlighting the need for comprehensive resources to support parents and educators. The conversation culminates in the launch of 'Make Love Not Porn Academy', a platform designed to provide accessible sex education resources for all ages. We were delighted to have Cindy on the podcast - an absolute must listen.

Takeaways

• Make Love Not Porn aims to destigmatise sexuality.
• Open conversations about sex are crucial for healthy attitudes.
• Age-appropriate sex education should start as early as possible.
• Parents often feel shame and embarrassment discussing sex.
• Sextortion is a growing issue affecting teens.
• Technology has outpaced sex education in schools.
• Cindy's personal experiences shaped her views on sex education.
• The importance of love in discussions about sex.
• Make Love Not Porn Academy will provide comprehensive resources.
• Parents should encourage open dialogue about sexual feelings.

Titles

• Revolutionizing Sex Education with Cindy Gallop
• Make Love Not Porn: A New Approach to Sexuality

Sound Bites

• "We are building the Google of sex education."
• "Talk about the pleasure of sex."
• "Open up a channel of communication around sex."

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Make Love Not Porn 01:10 Cindy's Journey and the Birth of Make Love Not Porn 04:01 The Importance of Real Sex Education 05:23 Age-Appropriate Sex Education 11:08 Barriers to Open Conversations About Sex 14:39 The Impact of Technology on Sexual Education 20:46 Launching Make Love Not Porn Academy 22:06 Building the Make Love Not Porn Academy 27:05 The Importance of Early Sex Education 30:07 Personal Experiences and Cultural Influences 33:15 Healing Through Education and Normalization 37:22 Encouraging Open Conversations About Love and Sex

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