Why Everything on TV Is So Sexualized | A Professor Explains

Is modern entertainment becoming more sexualized—or are we simply noticing it more?In this deep philosophical discussion, I sit down once again with Dr. Gregory Borse, professor of English, philosophy, and film at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, to revisit one of our most popular conversations and ask a question many people have been wondering:Why does it feel like almost every TV show and movie today is pushing sexuality?Connect with Gregory Borse on X and Substack:Drawing from literature, film history, philosophy, psychology, and technology, we explore how pornography fits into a much larger cultural story. From Hitchcock and Shakespeare to Netflix, Christopher Nolan, AI, and social media, this conversation looks beyond headlines to examine how technology is reshaping not only entertainment—but how we experience reality itself.Whether you’re in recovery from pornography, interested in film, or simply wondering why culture feels different today, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective that challenges assumptions from every angle.In This Episode* Why modern movies and television seem increasingly sexualized* The relationship between pornography, technology, and culture* Why Dr. Borse argues that porn is a symptom—not the root problem* How streaming services changed the way entertainment is consumed* The evolution of pornography from the ancient world to the digital age* Mechanical reproduction, AI, and what they mean for art and authenticity* Why technology has become an extension of the human nervous system* The erosion of standards in entertainment and society* Hitchcock, Kubrick, Christopher Nolan, and the importance of meaningful storytelling* The difference between art that serves the story and gratuitous sexual content* Beauty, mystery, and why some things were historically understood to remain sacred* How recovering from pornography changes the way you experience media* Practical thoughts for navigating entertainment without living in fearBooks & Authors Mentioned* Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction — Walter Benjamin* Unbinding Prometheus — Donald Cowan* Homer* Shakespeare* Ancient Greek LiteratureFilms & Television Discussed* Psycho* Eyes Wide Shut* The Odyssey (Christopher Nolan)* True Detective* Breaking Bad* Sons of Anarchy* The HobbitPrevious Conversations with Dr. Gregory BorseIf you enjoyed this discussion, be sure to check out our earlier conversations together:* 14. The Evolution of Pornography Through Culture & Technology* 21. From Hobbits to Heroes: Talking Lord of the Rings and Conquering Challenges* 28. Porn Is a Vampire (Halloween Special)* 31. Lonely Fans (with Dr. Gregory Borse)* 48. The Exorcist, Porn & Possession* 49. Pay Attention to Your Dreams* 52. Hitchcock Saw It Coming: Psycho and the Age of PornConnect with Dr. Gregory BorseDr. Gregory Borse is a professor