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In this candid bonus mini-episode, Antonio Matta tackles a listener’s provocative take on the connection between pornography addiction, modern beauty standards, and shifting cultural expectations. From Janis Joplin to contemporary icons like Lizzo, Antonio unpacks how evolutionary biology, socioeconomic pressures, and loneliness intertwine to shape attraction, intimacy, and addiction. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on recovery, mental health, and the impact of today’s culture on human connection.
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