Almost none of the sex humans have ever had is reproductive even before there was hormonal contraception

There was not a statistically significant relationship between frequency of sex and number of pregnancies

So almost none of the sex we have is reproductive. It's primary function for us as a species is as a social behavior

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Today I'm speaking with Emily Nagaski sex therapist and author of the amazing book come as you are

Emily as you'll discover is nothing short of incredible

And as you might have guessed we're gonna talk about sex

This is a different type of conversation that we've ever had on the knowledge project before

I'm gonna warn you in advance that the language and subject matter of this episode is not appropriate for all ages

If you're easily offended or don't want to hear about sex turn this off right now

If you have kids in the car or nearby

I suggest you pre-screen this episode before letting them listen

If you're using speakers in an office or room or other people might hear you you're gonna want to put headphones on

Don't say I didn't warn you. It's time to listen and learn

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