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Philias: Foot Fetishes Kick the Stigma


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Ever wondered why some people have a thing for feet? In this final Philias episode, we're flying feet first into foot fetishes. Social psychologist Dr. Justin Lehmiller breaks down the origins of fetishes (and the truth to that "crossed wires in the brain" factoid), while writer and "Educatrix" Tina Horn gives us the lowdown on why feet can be such a turn-on. We also step into the cultural aspects of foot fascination and debunk some common misconceptions. Whether you're a foot fanatic yourself or just interested in what makes people tick, this episode will shed light on a often misunderstood aspect of human sexuality. So go ahead, press play and put your feet up—and maybe snap a pic or two while you're at it.

Resources from Dr. Justin Lehmiller:

  • Website: https://www.sexandpsychology.com/
  • Book: https://amzn.to/4cCcyqm
  • Podcast: https://www.sexandpsychology.com/podcasts/
  • Twitter/X: https://x.com/JustinLehmiller
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/

Resources from Tina Horn:

  • Website: https://tinahorn.net/
  • Book: https://amzn.to/45YPJuw
  • Podcast: https://tinahorn.net/yapit
  • Twitter/X: https://x.com/tinahornsass
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinahornsass

See citations and a transcript here: https://www.tabooscience.show/047-foot-fetishes/

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