Life in the Sex Vacuum

ok the health concerns are fine, but all the rest of those who are "upset" about this, WHY, frickin why? What causes asexual-phobia is my question!

Im gonna be a douche, and ask why it's never really attractive people that identify with asexuality? And the fact that none of these people have ever tried sex does not add to their credibility as asexuals.

I've watched another documentary on the subject, and one thing that always baffles me, is the lack of scientific research in the area.

Like previously stated in a comment below; the lack of sexual interest is most likely a sign of endocrine(the glands that secrete hormones) related issues. As most of you might already know; hormones are one of the main benefactors to sexual activity.

So in conclusion we can deduct that asexual people either; A. Suffer from severe hormonal imbalance, or B. Want to have sex, but suppress their desires for one reason or another(psychological inhibitors).

I admit, this is baffling to me. I wonder if they have ever had sex or just basically avoided it? Anyway, that's cool :) I was surprised to hear that they want romantic relationships without sex though. Is it just the physical act of sex that they don't want? Is it the emotional feeling attached to it? Where is the line drawn when it comes to sex, penetration, oral sex, or cuddling? Interesting stuff, thanks for the post :) I wish I could ask them questions!

Come one, just touch it. Again. Lick it. Pleeeeeaaaaaase?

They are asexual because they are wierdos and no on wants to do them.

i just bought one of them last week.

over sexualized society? where is this happening? really? I want to be in an oversexed society... because apparently we're not living in the same society. just because you yourself don't have sex doesn't mean that others who do are "over-sexed."

Fascinating, thank you for the post.

All the people in the pod seem very young. I would like to hear from older people who feel similar.

The whole thing just makes me appreciate the wide variety of human possibilities.

Asexual behavior is a common symptom found in many different endocrine unbalancing diseases and conditions. I wonder how much the documentary focuses on the fact that these people's "life choice" could be a sign of a potentially life threatening internal problem.

Ya, I noticed that, as well? If you ask me, asexual people have it going on! Sex can really complicated these days. I'm not a prude, but i feel like sex has taken us over. It's a taboo now, to wait, and for most people, sex rules it all. I just wish I was asexual... The people in the video seemed very at peace with themselves. sweet video, never really thought about it, until now!!

interesting that the interviewees both sit with a pillow covering their genital area...not a psychologist, but I think there is some body language at work there.

nice to see this come to light.

I would also be interested to know what percentage of priests and nuns are asexual, I mean ideally all of them, but which came first the celibacy or the religion?

"Neither came first." *ba dum chk* hahaha bad joke.

I wouldn't believe it was real if I didn't know a really stunningly attractive girl that was nonsexual and says she is.

I don't think it's a problem but I would like to learn more about what mechanisms that lead to it. Not to try and fix anything it's just interesting to me because she's so hot. I mean she gets PLENTY of offers and hates it. She's essentially the polar opposite of most girls I know who WANT IT and will tell me too much detail about their weekends hahaha

I'm glad that the world is changing enough that we can start to understand peoples sexual differences and discuss them openly. I also agree with the other comments wishing that the pod would have delved a little deeper.

This is just a meandering idea: what if non-reproductive sexualities are popping up, or becoming more prevalent at least, because our planet is overburdened and it's an ecological response? And I don't mean overpopulated; I mean overBURDENED.

all the guys in this sound homosexual and i can bet they all have a sexual trauma or been raped or something of that nature or are just extremely shy so shy to the point of thinking bout sex gives them an anxiety attack. its biologically impossible is like not being hungry

...should be titled "how to bullshit everyone on earth".

What about the people who are attracted to horses? Or pet rocks? Or themselves? Asexual implies you don't ever want to rub your genitals on anything. I don't think that's possible.

I just wonder, considering the prevalence being 1%, if this meant they would be willing for their romantic partner to have sexual relations with others to satisfy their needs. If they are asexual I would assume that they wouldn't be offended, because if you have no desire for sex yourself but want your partner to respect your beliefs...i dunno. I wish they had went into that in the piece.

An interesting look into Asexuality, though it seems as if this was only scratching the surface; a bit superficial. It seems like it could have gone a bit deeper into what it means to be asexual -in- an oversexed society; how they feel about marketing, advertising, etc; i'm sure there has to be some alienation felt there. Perhaps some of their previous engagements with attempts at romantic-only relationships? And not to be rude, but are these the only two people in the Vancouver Asexual group? I'd doubt it. Overall, an interesting, informative, but a bit too brief, look at asexuality.

I have had sexual relations with a vacum. Its wonderful when you have a centeral vac system because you can insert yourself down the hose and clean up is a sinchy.

There's nothing wrong with asexuality or any sexual orientation.

I wonder what the primary factor in the majority of the people that are asexual, is it biology or psychological issues?

Whoa this blew my mind! Yay for pods.

Oops, I thought this was going to be about shop vacs....I was prepared to share.

I like the podcast. Very well done. However I have questions. No one is in a relationship in the podcast. They say they would like one, but would need to find someone that understands their beliefs. But in that same note, unless they are with another asexual person, a reciprocation of beliefs would have to be in order. And there is the conflict. Its almost as if a gay man dated a straight woman and expected her to understand his beliefs. It just doesn't work like that. There is give and take in a relationship, and people have needs. If those needs aren't met, then that is situation for disaster. Just my thoughts.

A vegan Bahai asexual. VBA.