As time passes words with once strong connotations fade and are reborn, redefining themselves to fit the molds each new generation sets for their ideal society. As our generation has begun to move in a far more progressive direction than that of our predecessors, a similar phenomenon has occurred, specifically with what it means to be someone’s “friend”.

By Alexander McInnes

Join The Talk one last time for the finale of this 3-part review series where we revisited Pandora’s Box of Paraphilias, a mini-series in which we explored the perplexing world of sexual paraphilias. This time, we’ll be studying the complex social elements of paraphilias, how they connect to our non-sexual lives, and revisiting previously discussed themes surrounding object-attraction and animism.

By Alexander McInnes

Join The Talk once more in this 3-part review series where we’ll be revisiting Pandora’s Box of Paraphilias, a mini-series where we explored the perplexing world of sexual paraphilias. This time around, we’ll be returning to some more common, overarching themes within the realms of BDSM and generalized paraphilias, as well as emphasizing the dual natures of any given sexual encounter. Part 3 soon to come! Title: Pandora's Paraphilias Recap : Part 3

By Alexander McInnes

Join The Talk in this 3-part review series where we’ll be revisiting Pandora’s Box of Paraphilias, a mini-series where we explored the perplexing world of sexual paraphilias. While many mental disorders of the same name exist within the medical world, these paraphilias are for the most part harmless, and far more common than you might think. Parts 2 and 3 soon to come!

By Alexander McInnes

While mainstream media may be filled with big name-brands advertising a vast array of pride-themed products, the presence of genuine queer-owned businesses is, in fact, far and few between. The reality faced by entrepreneurs who actively identify with the LGBTQIA+ community is far less welcoming than most performative brands would have their consumer-base believe, and the adversity that exists within the queer business world remains an issue that often goes undiscussed

By Alexander McInnes

While many spaces such as Grindr are just now becoming normalized within mainstream culture, those who were already avid participants in said culture (mainly straight, cisgender individuals) have begun migrating to these new groups and redefining what queer platforms once stood for. New trends of heterosexual profiles in queer spaces have raised many questions in regards to why these people have decided to move their pursuits of romantic partners to queer sites, what it is they are really in search of, and, of course, how will these new trends affect the LGBTQIA+ community.

By Alexander McInnes

Of the many memes formulated around the progressive sections of modern pop culture, the phrase “gender is a social construct” is jokingly overused (and often misunderstood). There lies a great deal of history and misinformation surrounding society’s perception of gender, but, if we as members of our civilization are able to better both ourselves and our understanding of such topics, we may yet achieve a future of true acceptance for those around us.

By Anushka Bhagavathula

We have hair all over or bodies. Under our armpits, near our respective types of genitalia, our legs, our lips, our arms, our knuckles, our stomachs, the back of our necks. And with that much hair just sprouting out of people, it makes sense to think that it happens for a reason. That we have this hair for a scientific reason, not just because our bodies love to make it harder for us to comply with beauty standards. Which, for me at least, my hair definitely does.

By Alexander McInnes

Sex is a topic that has historically been separated from what are deemed acceptable topics of conversation amongst societal peers, and, while we have collectively warmed up to the concept, sexual conservatism continues to hinder our development as freethinking individuals. Sexual squeamishness serves only to damage our ability to grow as human beings, and, if we are unable to reach a period of sexual progressiveness, society may never achieve a fully open and comfortable future.

By Alexander McInnes

Commentary on “groundbreaking”, erotic films such as “Fifty Shades of Grey” and “365 Days”, both being pieces of media which sensationalize the BDSM community. While incredibly popular with younger generations, these films actually work to deal quite a bit of harm to their viewers, as our modern society lacks the proper understanding and perception required to fully comprehend how problematic such films are in the context of safe sexual practices.

By Alexander McInnes

Porn is yet another taboo topic many believe to be entirely harmful to the proceedings of modern society, but, as our world progresses, we must ask ourselves: when made correctly, is porn really all that bad? Pornography has had a history of ups and downs, and this piece seeks to analyze where exactly certain industries have gone wrong with their distribution of such materials, as well as how we can work to create a more sex-positive future for ourselves and future generations.

By Anonymous

A piece submitted by an anonymous adult reader wishing to share their story of personal growth later in life than most young people can imagine. The narrator unpacks how it feels to reach a sudden, new, and extreme self-realization in life, and then discusses the challenges associated with integrating new aspects of themselves into the existence they’ve built for themselves and their loved ones.

By Alexander McInnes

A look into two most likely familiar concepts; kinks and fetishes, which will perhaps challenge what you think you know about the world of sexology.

By Monica McInnes

A narrative piece from the point of view of one of The Talk founder’s parents, exploring the generational differences revealed by the launch of this project back in August of 2021. Tying all the way back to her life as a young adult in the 80’s and 90’s, the narrator reveals what exactly she feels was missing from her life growing up, how she feels about our generation possessing such knowledge now, and reflects on the big question: What if?