There are a few things in life that we all as humans do, but among eating, drinking, breathing, and the like, there’s watching porn – which has been (and feels like it’ll always be) a pretty solid cornerstone of life.
But there’s a lot more to adult filmmaking than sometimes meets the eye. Which despite the undeniable popularity, is why we should be talking about it way more often and openly, rather than sweeping our desires under the rug.
So today we’re pleased to announce that the conversation starts here! With a lively mix of our favorite blogs and podcasts about the spicy subject.
BLOGS
6 REASONS I’M THANKFUL FOR PORN…I THINK
When it comes to our own relationships with porn, things are a lot trickier than we ever can really explain. You watch it, but do you think about what messages are conveyed? Sure, it serves a purpose, but how much time do you actually put into finding the right porn?
All of these things are definitely worth a good brain-racking – if anything, just to put our personal pleasure into perspective. So to help out with the thought experiment (and make sure we’re all on a healthy, sex-positive track), our blog 6 Reasons I’m Thankful For Porn…I Think is totally worth a read.
THE INS AND OUTS OF ETHICAL PORN
While it should go without saying, all porn is far from created equal. It’s also no secret what qualities have (unfortunately) oozed their way into the industry’s mainstream. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some truly shining stars in the mix. Namely, our dear friend ethical porn. Which if you’re not so familiar with, know that today’s your lucky day! From what it is, how to find it and the revolutionary principles it boasts to begin with, we’ve spelled it all out in the one-stop blog The Ins And Outs Of Ethical Porn.
A DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO WATCHING PORN WITH YOUR PARTNER
Now that we’ve covered some of the best types of porn out there, next comes how it can actually be beneficial to explore alongside a partner. I know, I know – to some, it may sound crazy. But considering the fact that almost everyone watches it in general, along with how it can be a good way to explore what you like, it’s often touted as a super-hot and productive tip for strengthening your intimate bond.
Of course, so long as it’s approached appropriately…which is why we put together A Definitive Guide To Watching Porn With Your Partner.
TOP 10 GREATEST CLASSIC PORN MOVIES OF ALL TIME
And to round out this rousing topic, we additionally couldn’t resist shouting out some of the most iconic OGs of adult cinema at its finest. So gear up, strap in and brace yourself for the sexiest ride of a lifetime! Because without further ado, we present our ultimate list of the Top 10 Greatest Classic Porn Movies Of All Time.
PODCASTS
MORE THAN JUST YOUR AVERAGE PORNO WITH ERIKA LUST
Speaking of classics, it’s also about time we talk about a modern one. By now you may have heard of XConfessions or her flagship erotica studio LustCinema, but if there’s one thing to know, it’s that adult filmmaker extraordinaire Erika Lust is a sexy force to be reckoned with in the porn industry. And fortunate for us, she tag-teams yet another stimulating discussion in the podcast episode More Than Just Your Average Porno. Sharing all the details of her juicy journey of creating ethical porn from the female lens, she gets into the important role of realistic adult films, as well as how deeply the industry shapes so many people’s outlook on sex—whether they realize it or not.
PORN PSA: A GUIDE ON WHAT NOT TO DO IN BED
Another one of the most common porn plights is thinking it’s a manual for sex, as opposed to merely sensual entertainment. So to help set that tragically twisted record straight, Emily swings in to debunk the unrealistic perceptions of porn at large in the episode Porn PSA: A Guide On What Not To Do In Bed.
Full of pointers on how to break this vicious cycle, she dives deep into why people mistake erotic fiction as fact, what you don’t typically see in mainstream porn, the top adult film moves that both men AND women wish the other gender would stop trying to copy, plus, as usual, oh so much more.
A (PORN) STAR IS BORN: A MASH-UP
Even though we’ve established that porn isn’t the best guide to sex in and of itself, we are talking about performers who have had a lot of it. So of course it makes sense they have quite a few steamy tips up their sleeves, which is why Emily compiled her years of brain-picking into a master mash-up within a mash-up, the episode A (Porn) Star Is Born.
Featuring a medley of interview clips with some of the industry’s biggest stars, this podcast includes all-star advice regarding oral sex, easier orgasms, navigating non-monogamy, and surprising challenges that come along with not only being a porn star, but marrying one, too! Skin, Nina, Joanna, and Siri have all the slinky scoop, so you most definitely won’t want to miss out.
WITH ALL OF THAT SAID…
Just remember that porn can serve a lot of different purposes.
It helps get you off, mentally explore something new, figure out what you like, spice things up, even just appreciate the artistry of eroticism in general – everyone’s relationship with it is different. This also means it isn’t something that people should feel ashamed of for watching, or think it’s only appropriate to do so when you’re not in a relationship.
Regardless of what social stigmas might lead you to believe, it’s something that can be enjoyed alone as well as together, single or coupled up, and for some not even at all – which, as always, is totally fine, too.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is just making sure that whatever your reasoning is, it feels right, supportive and healthy alongside your love/sex life IRL.
Alex Anderson is an LA-based lifestyle designer proactively raging against the cultural grain. By day she works in television production, and by night enjoys writing, sewing and seeking guidance from the stars. She also finally has an all black kitty named “Cher.” You can follow her alt-lifestyle blog MSFT Living and on Instagram!
