The Dissenter

#1108 Laurie Mintz - Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters and How to Get It

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Jun 9, 2025
Laurie Mintz, an Emeritus Professor at the University of Florida and author of 'Becoming Cliterate,' dives into the critical topic of orgasm equality. She explores the stark orgasm gap between men and women, emphasizing the need for better sexual education and communication. Mintz discusses the influence of pornography on unrealistic sexual expectations and the vital role of understanding female anatomy for pleasurable experiences. She advocates for redefining sexual pleasure, highlighting the importance of foreplay and mutual satisfaction in relationships.
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ADVICE

Communication Is Bedrock Of Sex

  • Partners should communicate openly before and during sex to understand individual preferences, as women's clitoral stimulation needs vary.
  • Communication forms the foundation of great sexual experiences and orgasm equality.
INSIGHT

Rethinking Foreplay Terminology

  • The term "foreplay" undermines women's orgasmic experiences by labeling them as preliminary rather than central.
  • Sex should encompass all acts, not just intercourse, to recognize female orgasm pathways.
INSIGHT

Clitoris Is Female Penis

  • The clitoris is the female homologue of the penis and key to female orgasm.
  • Its development shares the same embryonic tissue as the penis, not the vagina.
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