Sex, Explained

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Sex, Explained
Genre
Docuseries
Narrated byJanelle Monáe
Theme music composerJackson Greenberg[1]
Opening theme"Explained Theme Song"
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes5
Production
Running time17–26 minutes
Production companyVox Media
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseJanuary 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
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Sex, Explained is an American documentary limited series produced by Vox. The series, along with The Mind, Explained, is a spin-off of the television series Explained.[2] Episodes of the show explore various topics around the subject of sex, seeking to explain nuances and trends.[3] The series is narrated by Janelle Monáe and debuted on Netflix on January 2, 2020.[4]

Episodes

No.TitleOriginal release date [5]
1"Sexual Fantasies"January 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
Despite how taboo people often think their own
sexual fantasies
are, research shows that most sexual fantasies fall into the same three basic categories: group sex, novelty and control. This is due to common biological, psychological, and societal influences on sexual fantasy themes, in different parts of the world and at different times in history. These commonalities and themes can be seen in popular media portrayal of sexual fantasies, both mainstream and in pornographic media.
2"Attraction"January 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
The nature of human attraction is discussed – in heterosexual, homosexual, and gender fluid relationships – covering how the evolutionary imperative of progeny interplays with human experience of sex that is exterior from procreation, all mixing together to affect who and what we are attracted to.
3"Birth Control"January 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
The history of birth control is discussed, both hormonal and non-hormonal. Incidence of dangerous side effects, non-consensual experimentation and enforced or coerced sterilization are highlighted. Current progress in birth control options across the globe are also covered. Some representative males are interviewed, discussing their willingness to take male-focused birth control options like a pill or an injection to the testicles.
4"Fertility"January 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
Male and female infertility is a growing medical advancement, though far more effort is made to understand infertility issues in women – despite research showing that most males living today have a lower sperm count than their ancestors. There are also risks of birth defects from conception with older sperm, which are presently under-researched. Challenges for same-sex couples and single parents who wish to have biological children are also leading to redefinitions of infertility. Footage from the birth of the first child conceived via
IVF shown and fertility expert Dr. Sherman Silber discusses advances in treatments like ovary tissue freezing and intracytoplasmic sperm injection
(ICSI).
5"Childbirth"January 2, 2020 (2020-01-02)
800 women die in child birth each day, globally, and a global survey showed that up to 30% of women rate their childbirth as a traumatic experience. Anthropologist
epidurals
or who require c-sections feeling shamed for their choices or circumstances.

Reception

Reviews for Sex, Explained have been generally positive. Review aggregator

Salon described the series as an "entertaining and informative start to some more adult-oriented sex education." Stevens also noted how the series reflected the strength of the Explained series, saying, "But Sex, Explained excels in finding a voice that is smarter than it is steamy, which isn't a surprise if you've watched the Explained Netflix series that preceded it."[2]

References

  1. ^ Greenberg, Jackson (27 September 2019). "Explained Theme Song (Original Music From The Netflix Series)". open.spotify.com. Spotify. Archived from the original on July 16, 2020. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  2. ^ a b "Netflix's "Sex, Explained" finds a balance between smart and steamy". Salon. 2020-01-02. Archived from the original on 2020-01-14. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  3. ^ "Stream It Or Skip It: 'Sex, Explained' On Netflix, A New Season Of Vox's Docuseries That's All About Doin' It". Decider. 2020-01-02. Archived from the original on 2020-01-03. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  4. ^ a b Julian, Jordan (January 4, 2020). "'Sex, Explained': Janelle Monáe Explains Your Sexual Fantasies". The Daily Beast. Archived from the original on 2020-01-04. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  5. ^ "Sex, Explained - show page". Netflix. Archived from the original on 16 December 2019. Retrieved 5 January 2020.
  6. ^ "Sex, Explained: Limited Series". Rotten Tomatoes. Archived from the original on July 27, 2020. Retrieved August 7, 2020.

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