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Limited Series – Sex, Explained

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From the biology of attraction to the history of birth control, an exploration of the ins and outs of sex.
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Robert Morast San Francisco Chronicle Will this show become a rite of passage of sexually curious teens as they begin to test those unsteady waters? Who knows? But it can't hurt. Unless we don't let them watch it. Jan 9, 2020 Full Review Ashlie D. Stevens Salon.com As with previous iterations of "Explained" you won't leave this series as an expert, per se, on any one topic, but it's certainly an entertaining and informative start to some more adult-oriented sex education. Jan 3, 2020 Full Review Diego Jemio Clarín The series is a valuable tool. [Full review in Spanish] Jan 13, 2020 Full Review Jordan Julian The Daily Beast The easily digestible, approximately 20-minute episodes, bursting with colorful animations and engaging interviews, cover basic information about subjects like fertility, birth control, and attraction. Jan 6, 2020 Full Review Joel Keller Decider Sex, Explained isn't going to give you encyclopedic knowledge of sex and attraction, but it's entertaining enough and informative enough to watch when you can't think of something scripted to turn on. Jan 3, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Really Good explained! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member politically manipulative and very boring Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member To be honest, it lost me in the first episode after they explained their definition of what they consider orgies and gangbangs being "a type of orgy where a lot of men usually have sex with the same woman." After that it proceeds into episodes with non stop talking about how to make a baby and I started snoring. I thought we were going to talk about sex and it's pleasure aspect not going through health class again. I am sorry I did not care for reproductive information as a gay male. Lol maybe moving on to the Witcher or Dracula. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Dull, and not the least bit informative. Sex is supposed to be exciting, and in their misguided attempt to take the taboo out of it, they managed to make sex seem incredibly boring. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Liked everything about this series, particularly the episode on birth control. The topics covered are so important and are not particularly covered by formal education (schools). Eye opening and engaging as well as well narrated and written. A must see for anyone; male or female, taking part or thinking of taking part in sex. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Episode 1: Basic, but I'm sure great for folks who can't think beyond their genitalia. Also, it's not John-ruh. It's zhaan·ruh (Americanization of French word) for god's sake. Let's revisit the term "Rape Culture." A society or environment whose prevailing social attitudes have the effect of normalizing or trivializing sexual assault and abuse. I felt that episode 1 might lend unfortunate credence to the latter. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Janelle Monáe

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 2, 2020 Sexual Fantasies People who harbor a naughty sexual fantasy are not alone; those desires likely fall into one of three titillating scenarios. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 2, 2020 Attraction Exploring what goes on when a person is drawn to someone sexually and the many factors that fuel these turn-ons. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 2, 2020 Birth Control Birth control has been around for millennia, but it hasn't improved much; from "the pill" to IUDs, an exploration of why pregnancy prevention remains such a challenge. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 2, 2020 Fertility Medical advances mean more and better reproduction options, but many people still struggle to conceive a child. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 2, 2020 Childbirth With labor pains and delivery trauma, the miracle of childbirth is difficult under the best of circumstances; exploring why it is so tough and how it can be made better. Details

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Season Info

Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary, Special Interest
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 2, 2020
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