Today's Kids Don't See Sex as Special

Summary

Podcast Summary: "Today's Kids Don't See Sex as Special"

Podcast Title: Dr. Laura Call of the Day
Host: Dr. Laura Schlessinger
Episode Release Date: June 23, 2025

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Introduction

In the June 23, 2025 episode of Dr. Laura Call of the Day, hosted by Dr. Laura Schlessinger and broadcasted on SiriusXM Triumph 111, Dr. Laura addresses a pressing concern regarding contemporary youth's perception of sex and relationships. The episode features a call from Shauna, a concerned mother, and her 17-year-old son, Jet, who are navigating differing viewpoints on an upcoming family beach trip.

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Caller Introduction and Issue Presentation (00:22 - 02:08)

The episode begins with Dr. Laura welcoming Shauna and her son, Jet, to the program.

• Dr. Laura: "Thanks for listening to my Call of the Day podcast... Mom and Jet, welcome to the program." (00:22)

• Jet: "I am 17 years old right now." (00:41)

Jet seeks Dr. Laura's advice on a disagreement with his mother regarding an upcoming beach trip. Jet and his girlfriend have been invited by his 21-year-old brother to join him and his girlfriend. Jet proposes bringing his girlfriend's younger sister to create a larger, more supervised group setting.

• Jet: "I believe that it would be appropriate for me and them to go to the beach." (00:48)

Shauna, Jet's mother, opposes the plan, particularly concerned about the exposure to her son’s brother and his girlfriend.

• Shauna: "Yes, that's exactly right. I don't support the sleepovers." (02:03)

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Dr. Laura's Initial Response and Value Systems (02:08 - 06:15)

Dr. Laura acknowledges the generational differences in values, emphasizing the sanctity of sex and commitment.

• Dr. Laura: "Kids have lost their way with respect to making sex special... It's not special. I agree." (05:04)

She criticizes the casual approach Jet perceives, highlighting a lack of reverence for relationships and commitment.

• Dr. Laura: "It's very sad that Jet doesn't have a notion of women on a pedestal... I support you in holding to a value system that actually helped women be more special to men." (05:13)

Shauna expresses gratitude for Dr. Laura's support, while Dr. Laura reinforces the importance of maintaining ethical standards.

• Shauna: "Thank you." (06:15)

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Jet’s Attempt to Mediate and Dr. Laura's Firm Stance (06:31 - 07:21)

Jet interjects, attempting to clarify his intentions and the practicality of the beach trip arrangement.

• Jet: "I mean, yeah, I can definitely see where you guys are coming from... It's a very small house." (06:36)

Dr. Laura remains steadfast, reiterating the moral implications irrespective of logistics.

• Dr. Laura: "It's morally wrong." (06:54)

Jet contends that his brother's intentions aren't malicious, merely social.

• Jet: "I don't think that's what his intentions are, to sleep with her while we're there." (07:15)

Dr. Laura dismisses Jet's rationale, emphasizing the moral boundaries.

• Dr. Laura: "Oh, you're out of your mind, dear." (07:21)

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Discussion on Gender Double Standards and Moral Values (07:21 - 08:17)

Dr. Laura delves deeper into societal double standards, highlighting how males often perceive casual relationships without the associated responsibilities, affecting the respect and value placed on women.

• Dr. Laura: "If males can get some nookie without paying the price of commitment, it's okay. They don't think that girls... is any big deal because they benefit from it and they lose nothing from it." (05:04)

She continues to advocate for a value system that upholds the specialness of relationships and the respect of women.

• Dr. Laura: "I think it's very sad that Jet doesn't have a higher set of values about it all." (06:31)

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Conclusion and Final Remarks (08:17 - End)

As the conversation wraps up, Dr. Laura reinforces her commitment to supporting listeners through her hotline, emphasizing the importance of adhering to strong ethical and moral values in relationships.

• Dr. Laura: "Life doesn't have to be so complicated... You're just a click away from some terrific deals being offered by companies that get the DRLaura stamp of approval." (07:03)

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Key Takeaways

• Moral Integrity in Relationships: Dr. Laura emphasizes the importance of viewing sex and relationships as special and rooted in commitment and ethical values.

• Generational Value Disconnect: The episode highlights a growing disconnect between younger generations and traditional values concerning relationships and sexual conduct.

• Gender Double Standards: Dr. Laura addresses societal double standards where males may engage in casual relationships without the same repercussions or responsibilities expected from females.

• Parental Concerns: Shauna's concerns reflect a desire to protect her children from environments where moral and ethical boundaries may be compromised.

Notable Quotes

• Dr. Laura: "Kids have lost their way with respect to making sex special. Love special." (05:04)

• Jet: "I believe that it would be appropriate for me and them to go to the beach." (00:48)

• Dr. Laura: "It's morally wrong." (06:54)

• Dr. Laura: "I think it's very sad that Jet doesn't have a higher set of values about it all." (06:31)

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Conclusion

In this episode, Dr. Laura Schlessinger provides a candid critique of modern youth's approach to relationships and sexuality, advocating for a return to values that honor commitment and respect. Through the dialogue between Shauna and Jet, listeners are encouraged to reflect on the importance of maintaining ethical standards in personal relationships and the impact of societal shifts on family dynamics.

Transcript

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[Dr. Laura]

Thanks for listening to my Call of the Day podcast. You can hear my live radio program Monday through Friday from 2 to 5pm Eastern Time on SiriusX XM Triumph 111. Mom and Jet, welcome to the program.

[Shauna]

Hello.

[Jet]

Hello. Thank you.

[Shauna]

Thank you.

[Dr. Laura]

Hello. Jett, how old are you?

[Jet]

I am 17 years old right now.

[Dr. Laura]

Okay. How can I help you? Jet? What's happening?

[Jet]

So I guess me and my mom are having a difference of opinions on a upcoming beach trip. So my older brother, who is 21 years old, is going to the beach with his girlfriend, who is also 21 to 22 years old, and he invited me and my girlfriend to go to the beach as well. And I believe that it would be appropriate for me and them to go to the beach. And my mom does not. And I guess to like, convince my mom, I said, why don't we bring my girlfriends little sister? So, you know, it's just a big group having fun at the beach.

[Dr. Laura]

Who are you going to be sleeping with?

[Jet]

I mean, there is. There's three beds there, so I would just be sleeping by myself. And Court, which is my girlfriend and her sister will be sleeping together. And then my brother and his girlfriend will be sleeping together.

[Dr. Laura]

I see. So your mother does not want you to be exposed to your brother sleeping with his girlfriend, Is that right?

[Jet]

Yeah.

[Shauna]

Yes, that's exactly right. I don't support the sleepovers.

[Dr. Laura]

Okay, well, since you're 17, Jet, your opinion doesn't count.

[Jet]

Yeah, true, true.

[Shauna]

Do you think I'm being unrealistic in how I'm.

[Dr. Laura]

No. Unrealistic, yes. Unreasonable? No.

[Shauna]

Okay, that's what I meant.

[Dr. Laura]

Unreasonable A time ago. Your older son's girlfriend's parents would not be thrilled with this.

[Shauna]

I agree.

[Dr. Laura]

And he wouldn't be so blatant to show that he's doing her and it's so unreasonable. Yeah, because kids have lost their way with respect to making sex special. Love special. It's sad, actually. It's not special. I agree. I mean, should they get married and he carries her over the threshold, what's the big deal? He's already been doing her for three years, you know, so. Yeah, but while you can still support a value system that means something to you. I don't think that girl's any little sister should be there either. That's just more gross to me. Life doesn't have to be so complicated. Walmart helps you simplify. They're your one stop shop for daily essentials like groceries, snacks, school supplies, and thanks to Walmart Pharmacy, you can count on them for your prescription needs too. Use the Walmart app to easily manage your family's medications and save time by getting prescriptions delivered right to your door. Switch your prescriptions to Walmart Pharmacy delivery not available for all prescriptions and exclusions apply. Did you know that skin care can start in the laundry room? The Dr. Laura program is happy to be partnering with our sponsor, All Free Clear laundry detergent. My peeps with kids are especially thrilled to use it because it's 100% free of dyes and perfumes. All Free Clear is the number one laundry detergent brand recommended for sensitive skin by pediatricians, dermatologists and allergists. For a clean you can feel good about, all you need is all free clearance.

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Visit 1-800-contacts.com today to save on your first order. 1-800-contacts. Jet doesn't see any of this because he's a male. And if males can get some nookie without paying the price of commitment, it's okay. They don't think that girls, women who are sexually active with somebody they're not married to is any big deal because they benefit from it and they lose nothing from it. So yeah, I'm with you. And I think it's very sad. I think it's very sad that Jet doesn't have a notion of women on a pedestal and that certain things are special because they're preserved for certain, certain circumstances. And you know, it's too bad So I support you in holding to a value system that actually helped women be more special to men.

[Shauna]

Thank you.

[Dr. Laura]

Too bad it's unrealistic because most girls are pigs these days. I mean, that girl wants her. Wants a sister to see this, you know? Wait, whoever.

[Jet]

Can I. Can I add some. May I add something?

[Dr. Laura]

Sure.

[Jet]

I mean, yeah, I can definitely see where you guys are coming from. I don't know, I guess maybe I'm misinterpreting it. I mean, as a group, we're all going in. In a less than 300 square foot house. It's a very small house. Like, very small, you know, I don't.

[Dr. Laura]

Care how big or small it is, sir. It's irrelevant. It's morally wrong. It's morally wrong.

[Jet]

To go as a group of, you know, buddies and friends.

[Dr. Laura]

For him to be sleeping with his girlfriend and for you and the little girl to be part of that, it's morally wrong.

[Jet]

Well, I don't. I don't think that's what his intentions are, to sleep with her while we're there. I think it was just.

[Dr. Laura]

Oh, you're out of your mind, dear. You know. Okay, great. Yeah. Okay. Shauna, I stand with you, and I just feel bad that Jet doesn't have a higher set of values about it all, but, you know, the way it is in Life. My number, 1-800-375-2872. I have three lines available, so give me a call. So I might be helpful to you. And people listening to us can make their lives better. My number, 1-800-375-2872. You're just a click away from some terrific deals being offered by companies that get the DRLaura stamp of approval. Visit drlaura.com Click on Sponsors to take advantage of the special Discounts available to Dr. Laura listeners like you.

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