Inside ‘Virgin Island’: The Provocative New Show Where 12 Singles Battle to Shed Their Virginity on Camera
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“The quality of s*x on television is abysmal,” Hirschman said. “It’s like three kisses up against the wall, pulling off the pants, sticking it in, and then it’s over.”
For the sexologists, the show serves as a chance to portray “realistic and connected” intimate experiences on television, framing the production as a much-needed paradigm shift.
“If they portrayed s*x that was more authentic and at a pace people actually experience, it might be a boon to have that much s*x on television,” Hirschman continued.
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Touching on the controversy surrounding the usage of surrogate partner therapy, a process critics argue should not be filmed for entertainment purposes, Hirschman stated that it is an essential part of the show, as it goes hand-in-hand with their goal of showing authentic relationships.
“That authenticity is what actually prepares people to have real relationships out in the world,” she explained. “It’s not just trying to force something.”
The show comes at a moment when virginity among young adults is at an all-time high, as per study
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The controversial therapy involves a client, a surrogate, and a therapist. The therapist is there to ensure boundaries are respected, and emotional developments are handled professionally, especially if the client ends up developing real feelings towards their “partner.”
“If feelings become developed, the therapist is available to talk the client through whatever feelings they have around it,” Hirschman added.
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