Playboy magazine is now radio broadcasting its magazine -- including articles, cartoons and verbal descriptions of the centerfolds. This got me thinking -- guys, why is porn such a big deal? Should we ladies take offense if our guys are tuning into Playboy on their satellite radios?

Wise-Ass says:

I don't agree that it's a "big deal" for most guys. For some it is, like my friend's husband who had thousands of porno pics and vids stored on his computer and organized by activity, location, breast size, hair style, etc. For most guys it's just a pleasant diversion, and no, you should not take offense that we enjoy it. It's fantasy and has nothing to do with you. Everyone needs fantasies.
 
Reformed Player says:

Porn is just fantasy, like "Lord of the Rings." There is no harm in fantasy, so long as you don't confuse it with reality. Porn is only a problem when a dude can't let go of the fantasy. Women don't bend that way, they don't make those noises, and they aren't quite so... swollen. Hey, I'd love to ride a dragon to work, but that's not going to happen.
 
Girl's BFF says:

Porn definitely offers something a real woman doesn't - silence. I mean yeah they talk and all and make odd noises but they don't then turn around and ask you to cut the grass or bitch and moan about things that people bitch and moan about. At least with porn its all release and no tension. Wow, that sounded bad. But there's something I learned while watching some movie with some guy and some girl: truth hurts. And no, you shouldn't take offense if a guy is downloading porn. You should only be offended if he'd rather watch porn than tickle your fancy.

When a man is more satisfied with the least satisfying experience of his life than you, then you have a problem. And Playboy on the Radio sounds like the dumbest idea ever. In all of my years of Playboy patronage, I don't think I've ever actually read an article. Playboy on the radio sounds like an addiction - a real one - that needs treatment. Or at least an intervention.

Chic Geek says:

If your guy says he listens to Playboy Radio for the articles, he's full of it. Also, "verbal descriptions of the centerfolds" is easily the dumbest thing I have ever heard. Here's how I imagine that'll play out:

"Okay, Miss March is naked and draped over a couch, or maybe it's a chaise lounge. Either way, it's covered in lace. Anyway, her back is arched, and she's looking at the camera with vacant eyes. She's a bottle blonde with fake breasts, because it's Playboy so of course she is. According to her bio, her turn-ons are sunsets and bubble baths, and her turn-offs include garlic and creepy old dudes in smoking jackets who won't stop asking her to live in their opulent mansions. Hot stuff! You're listening to Playboy Radio. Stay tuned, cause we've got Turtle from Entourage in studio!"

Porn is only harmful to a relationship if it's treated as something secretive and shameful. Watch it together. Tons of couples do. The more you share, the healthier your relationship will be.

That said, if your guy insists on listening to Playboy Radio in the car, you might want to reevaluate things purely on a taste level.

Gal Pal says:

Unless your manfriend has a serious addiction (i.e., he's missing work, missing sex with you, etc.) I say no harm, no foul. Sex -- real or digitally broadcast -- is supposed to be fun. Think of this way: as kids, we all watched cartoons because it's great fun to let our imaginations be entertained. That didn't mean we didn't still need real-life friends to play with. Same thing applies to adulthood and downloadable love.

One thing I do know: I plan to "accidentally" hit play on "Playboy" radio during my next company staff meeting. Oh, the fun we will have!