Shame is often seen as a negative emotion, but what if it has a deeper purpose? Join Laura and Rachel on Impolite Society as they dive into the complexities of shame versus guilt, exploring how this powerful emotion shapes human behavior and social norms. They discuss the biological origins of shame, its role in societal bonding, and the balance between healthy and toxic shame. From caveman instincts to modern social dynamics, this episode challenges the idea that shaming is always bad- and why Bring Back Shame is a common cry heard around the internet. 


Sources:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/unlocking-shame/202402/the-surprising-benefits-of-healthy-shame

https://medium.com/@sindykirks/bring-back-shame-thats-what-i-am-saying-7ab8ba7aab4c

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10426012/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6143989/ 

https://health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/human-nature/why-humans-evolved-feel-shame.htm

https://bigthink.com/the-present/shame-machine/

https://bigthink.com/the-present/why-shame-helps-humans-survive/

https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1805016115

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/09/180910173734.htm

https://fs.blog/positive-side-of-shame/ 

https://lithub.com/how-public-shaming-helps-society-maintain-its-norms-and-ethical-standards/

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Join us for this week's chat where we discuss the newest Gabby Petito documentary, Belle Gibson, and the reality show Alone.

That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, mid-episode show. 

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Over half of American men fantasize about seeing their partner with another man. What makes cuckolding so irresistible for so many? Today we're exploring the psychology and evolutionary origins behind this kink. Join us as we break down the terminology, the dynamics involved, and the different levels of engagement within cuckolding. We also touch on related concepts like hot wifing and the impact of societal taboos, including the racial elements often present in these fantasies. The episode wraps up with practical advice for those curious about transitioning into this lifestyle.

In this episode, we'll answer questions like:

What is cuckolding?

Where does the term cuckold come from?

How does cuckolding work?

Why do men like cuckolding?

What is the psychology behind cuckolding?

How do you find men to have sex with your wife?

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Join us for this week's chat where we discuss our bedroom hygiene, how far we could make it on just half a brain and the origin of the word townie.

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In this episode of Impolite Society, Laura and Rachel explore the bizarre 1960s counterculture practice of trepanation, where individuals drilled holes in their heads to achieve heightened consciousness. We discuss the historical roots, key figures like Bart Hughes, and the modern revival attempts by groups advocating for it. Blending humor with research, we delve into the motivations behind self-trepanation, the supposed benefits, and the disturbing accounts of DIY procedures. This episode is a wild ride into one of the most extreme and peculiar fads of the past century.

Sources:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3640229/

https://www.scielo.br/j/anp/a/rsfbjBsF9RFVgMz3DwzsnkC/?lang=en

https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/hole-in-the-head-trepanation/

https://cvltnation.com/head-lure-trepanation/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1FHTJo4Bcg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJRA6EejY0U

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1173790/ pub: 2000

https://www.rcfp.org/abc-ordered-hand-over-unedited-head-drilling-tapes/

https://www.cabinetmagazine.org/issues/28/turner.php

https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/nation-world/2001/05/20/you-need-this-like-hole/50338130007/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/style/features/trepan.htm

https://www.thesantaclara.org/blog/trepanation

https://www.vice.com/en/article/meet-the-man-who-drilled-a-hole-in-his-own-skull-to-stay-high-forever/

https://www.vice.com/en/article/madness-stones-to-new-age-medicine-a-history-of-drilling-holes-in-our-heads/

https://www.vice.com/en/article/the-english-countess-revolutionizing-psychedelic-drugs-research/ 

https://lundissimo.info/docs/trep/luck_hole.html 

https://apocalypse-confidential.com/2022/07/30/through-the-blind-hole/ 

https://web.archive.org/web/20050407083517fw_/http://www.trepan.com/

https://news.bme.com/wp-conten

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Does the path to true happiness include children? Join us as we delve into the growing movement of the Child-Free Lifestyle, challenging societal norms around procreation. They discuss personal and demographic reasons why some individuals choose to remain child-free and the challenges they face, including workplace inequities, healthcare access issues, and social isolation. The hosts also explore the controversial and sometimes hostile online discussions surrounding this lifestyle choice. 

We'll tackle questions that include:

What does being childfree mean?

Why do people choose to be childfree?

Who is most likely to be childfree?

Are childfree people selfish?

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Join us for our second Society Chats, where we chat about our lives and what's happening in our worlds. 

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In this episode of Impolite Society, Lara and Rachel delve into the complexities and mysteries of the human brain. Starting with traumatic brain injuries, they explore how incidents like Phineas Gage's railroad accident reveal the brain's impact on personality and behavior. 

From there we unpack various brain anomalies, including hemispatial neglect, blindsight, and cases like Henry Molaison’s that offer a fascinating look at how brain injuries can radically alter one's experience of reality. 

Perfect for curious minds, we're combining humor and research into a wormhole of an episode about the most complicated organ in the human body.

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Welcome to Society Chats, our relaxed fit episode where we catch up on and talk about life to carry you through the long fortnight betwixt our episode.

Take a bite out of our Christmas catch up, what we're reading, watching and who we're flashing. 

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