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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2025 · 30 MIN

Alyx Gorman: "Sex as the main character."

from Plot Armor

Are you having bad sex because you're too polite? This week on Plot Armor, I’m joined by journalist and author Alyx Gorman, whose new book All Women Want dives into the real reasons women are often having worse sex than men—and what to do about it. We talk sexual scripts, performance pressure, the politics of submission, and why your pleasure should be the priority. Because yes, being the main character applies to your sex life too. Whether you’re celibate, curious, or just sick of faking it, this one’s for you.Want to chat? Slide into my DMs on instagram @meghan_mctavish or email me at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you having bad sex because you're too polite? This week on Plot Armor, I’m joined by journalist and author Alyx Gorman, whose new book All Women Want dives into the real reasons women are often having worse sex than men—and what to do about it. We talk sexual scripts, performance pressure, the politics of submission, and why your pleasure should be the priority. Because yes, being the main character applies to your sex life too. Whether you’re celibate, curious, or just sick of faking it, this one’s for you.Want to chat? Slide into my DMs on instagram @meghan_mctavish or email me at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Are you having bad sex because you're too polite? This week on Plot Armor, I’m joined by journalist and author Alyx Gorman, whose new book All Women Want dives into the real reasons women are often having worse sex than men—and what to do about it....

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