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Moment: Are Sex Dolls an Escape… or a Safer Outlet for Dangerous Fantasies?

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik is joined by Dr. Kenneth Hanson to explore the intersection of sexuality and technology, including the use of sex dolls, AI chatbots, and the evolving role of these tools in sexual health and behavior. Together, they discuss common misconceptions about sex tech users, the therapeutic potential of sex dolls, and the cultural attitudes that shape acceptance and innovation in this space. Listeners will gain insight into the realities behind emerging intimacy technologies and their implications for the future of relationships and sexual well-being.


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00:00 - Impact of AI and Sex Robots on Desire
00:53 - Study on Sex Doll Use
02:02 - Porn Use and Sexual Desire
02:34 - Sexual Diversity and Dolls
03:29 - VR, Anxiety, and Sexual Dysfunction
04:08 - Sex Dolls in Therapeutic Settings
05:01 - Doll Brothels and Cy Brothel
08:03 - Common Misconceptions
09:33 - Mainstreaming of Sex Robots
10:38 - Advice for Navigating Technologies
12:19 - Current Research and Projects