by Billy Corgan recently shared his perspective on the adult film industry. He discussed what he sees as systemic exploitation and the psychological aspects of consumption in an appearance on the Club Random Podcast.
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman addressed his concerns about how certain industries can exploit human nature for profit.
“There are systems in place that want to exploit human decency. In essence, if you can separate a human from their own decency, well, there’s a lot of money to be made. You know, p*rn is a perfect example,” Corgan said.
He clarified his position on the industry while explaining his personal stance on consumption.
“I’m not saying it’s evil. What I’m saying is p*rn on some level requires a dissociative frame of mind to enjoy it. I don’t watch p*rn. I don’t believe in watching p*rn. My point was it requires a level of disassociation. In essence, you have to on some level disassociate that this is a human being who may or may not be in that position for all the wrong reasons. Maybe it’s all the right reasons. I’m friends with a very famous porn star who did it purposely, intentionally, and is not is not damaged by it,” he continued.
Corgan also referenced statistics about the industry’s growth in the digital age.
“I don’t know if this is accurate, but this is like sort of anecdotal. I heard somebody talking recently. They were saying with with the numbers on Only Fans that they estimate that 1.4% of the population of the United States is now doing p*rn,” he noted.
Corgan’s commentary reflects his broader interest in examining how modern industries and technology affect human behavior and society. The musician has been increasingly vocal about cultural shifts and their impact on individual psychology.
Fortune reported that Corgan recently launched his own weekly interview podcast called The Magnificent Others. He explores topics including shifting cultural landscapes and the future of media on this platform. This allows him to delve deeper into his observations about how various industries influence human behavior and societal norms.
The Club Random Podcast appearance highlighted Corgan’s concerns about technological disruption across entertainment sectors. YouTube documented that his discussion emphasized not just exploitation in adult entertainment but also the evolving nature of content creation and consumption amid rapid technological changes. He drew parallels with other entertainment sectors facing disruption through AI and digital platforms.
Corgan’s perspective on dissociation and human decency extends beyond the adult film industry to broader questions about how digital platforms reshape human interaction. Player FM noted that the Club Random Podcast frequently features discussions about how modern technology and media consumption patterns affect psychological well-being and social connections.
The musician’s comments come at a time when platforms like OnlyFans have significantly expanded the creator economy in adult content. His reference to the 1.4% statistic reflects growing public discourse about the normalization of adult content creation as a mainstream income source. This is particularly relevant among younger demographics navigating economic challenges.
The comments were made during his appearance on the Club Random Podcast. He discussed various topics related to modern society and human behavior during the show.
