Elena Price

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Fetishizing Fatness in the Context of (Non-Ethical) Pornography REUPLOAD

00:30: Defining fetishization  02:45: Origins and intersections of anti-fatness and  anti-Blackness  09:50: (Un)intentionally ignoring fat fetishization  14:00: Distinguishing a kinks and fetishes 14:40: Challenging anti-fatness despite the prominence of fetishization  26:24: Portrayals of fatness in media 33:10: Resisting fetishization  34:48: Intersections of queerness and fatness   40:00: Using our bodies to resist societal normality 

Let's Talk Porn Part 2

In Part 2 of Out Loud’s Porn Series, Ky, Elena, and Mia dive even further into the world of porn and encourage the consumption of ethical porn while expanding on porn literacy. 00:20: What is Ethical Porn? 02:20: Why should we consume Ethical Porn? 06:28: Porn Consumption & Relationships 09:35: Teaching Porn Literacy 17:13: What Ethical Porn Offers 20:13: What to Avoid When Watching Porn 22:00: Resources & Ethical Porn Suggestions !

Porn Part 1

In part one of this two part series, Ky, Elena, and Mia open up the conversation surrounding the ethicalities of porn. They discuss the origins of pornography and its role in our society, explore the most recent statistics surrounding Porn Hub, and examine both the benefits and critiques of consuming porn in the United States.   00:25: An overview on porn  02:30: Porn as sex education 08:20: The (convoluted) history of porn 20:15: Pornhub 2022: A year in review and touching on fetishization  25:20: Reflecting on the types of porn we consume  34:00: Benefits of watching porn (solo)  38:38: Benefits of watching porn (partnered) 40:00: Exploring critiques on porn

International Women’s Day, Feminism and Reproductive Justice

In this episode, Elena and Mia highlight the importance of International Women’s Day through exploring the lens in which we view feminism, intersectionality and reproductive justice. 00:20: International Women’s Day: context & history  03:15: A look into the Waves of Feminism  03:15: The First Wave 06:30: The Second Wave 12:33: The Third Wave 15:30: The Fourth Wave 18:00: Stigmas & feminism  22:50: Revolutionary feminist highlight  27:34: Reproductive justice (context, history, & current implications)  39:48: Resources and how we can collectively support reproductive justice

Labor Issue: Wisconsin’s History with Labor Unions

Host Cole Wozniak and Podcast Director Elena Price discuss her article on the history of labor unions in Wisconsin and their political positionality for the Action Project Labor Issue, “Wisconsin’s unions are finding a political foothold after years of decline.”They discuss the politics of unions in Wisconsin, Elena’s own personal connection to Wisconsin unions and what she hopes readers get out of her story. 

Wisconsin’s unions are finding a political foothold after years of decline

Wisconsin was one of the nation’s leading states in labor rights before a steady decline in union membership and Act 10 sank its standing. Could growing approval and presidential pandering put unions back in the spotlight before the 2024 elections?

Sex Tech & Sexting

In this episode, Ky, Elena, and Mia explore the implications that the rise of modernized technological advancements have on our sexual experiences.  00:50: What exactly is Sex-Tech? (and Teledildonics!) and where did it originate? 05:35: Why would I be interested in Sex Tech?  07:26: (Very cool) products on the market right now  -NICE (Free IOS app to track Sexual Activity)  -The Lioness (Sex Toy that monitors muscle contractions)  11:50: Let’s talk about sex dolls  16:18: The ins and outs of fleshlight launchpads  17:18: Motorized masturbation sleeves 20:55: Virtual reality & porn 25:00 LOVENSE Highlight!    29:03 Sex-Tech’s implications for inclusion & disabilities  34:55: Porn, virtual sex, & future implications of Sex Tech  39:35: Let's talk about sexting (& helpful tips!) 54:04: Sex Tech advancements in our society

Hookup Culture

In this episode, Out Loud discusses the prominence and origins of hookup culture, particularly on our campus. Whether or not we choose to engage in hookup culture, Out Loud provides insight on how to have safe, fun, and positive experiences when hooking up with people.  00:15: What is hookup culture exactly?  00:30: Where did hookup culture come from?  03:15: Defining consent & checking in during a hookup  07:30: Tips for having a positive hookup experience 10:23: Being real about challenges associated with hookup culture  20:00: Navigating performance anxiety  25:09: Connections between hookup culture and sexual assault 30:35: Accessing resources for sexual assault

All About Valentine’s Day

In this special Valentine’s day episode, Out Loud opens a discussion for everything and anything related to Valentine’s Day. From conversations pertaining to the aftermath of cuffing season, navigating relationships, and having fun by ourselves, the hosts wish everybody celebrating a happy, safe, and sexy Valentine's Day.  00:20: Welcome to the post-cuffing season!  1:00: External pressures associated with Valentine's Day  3:10: Breaking up & Valentine’s Day 8:15: Spicing up our Valentine’s Day (food play, scents, partnered play)  13:43: How to enjoy Valentine's Day Solo  14:53: Let's talk Mono (the kissing disease)  18:50: Why is Valentine’s Day sex “better”? 22:30: Language & love (difference between fucking and making love)  26:33: SEXpectations on Valentine’s Day

Sex Work Part 2

In the second part of the Out Loud sex work episode series, Ky, Elena, and Mia evaluate the differences between legalization and decriminalization and talk about their implications for the safety of sex workers.  Throughout the episode, they argue why they believe sex work should be legalized and/or decriminalized in the United States.  *TW*: We will be discussing sensitive material pertaining to sexual assault that may be triggering for some listeners.  01:50: Discussing the difference between legalization vs. decriminalization  03:20: Sex work decriminalization model in Sweden 04:15: Implications of legalization   07:40 Current legalities in the United States pertaining to sex work  11:30: Societal benefits of sex work  14:05: Arguments for legalizing sex work   22:05: Should we punish the patrons?  22:50: How will regulated sex work ensure sex worker’s safety? 27:00: A summary of the pro sex work stance

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About 100 protesters marched to and rallied at the Capitol Friday night to raise awareness about discrimination against the transgender community. Last week, a Republican lawmaker proposed bills that would ban transgender students from women’s sports.