Conversation With CEO Cindy Gallop

Let's Talk with Che Marville

⚠️ Sensitive Content Advisory:This episode of Let’s Talk contains discussions about sex, relationships, and societal taboos, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of Let's Talk, produced by WiseMindly Inc., Coach Che Marville welcomes Cindy Gallop, founder of IfWeRanTheWorld and MakeLoveNotPorn. Cindy dives into the surprising origin of MakeLoveNotPorn and her mission to challenge societal taboos around sex, relationships, and personal freedom.

Through candid storytelling, Cindy reflects on her life, work, and the importance of redefining intimacy, all while building a business designed to promote both well-being and financial sustainability.

The Accidental Creation of MakeLoveNotPorn:

Cindy shares how dating younger men opened her eyes to the problematic role of porn as a default form of sex education. In response, she launched MakeLoveNotPorn at the 2009 TED conference to normalize conversations around sex, relationships, and consent through a documentary-style platform.

Socializing and Destigmatizing Sex:

Cindy explains how her platform provides a glimpse into real-world sex, distinct from performative pornography. With 100% human curation, MakeLoveNotPorn promotes healthy, authentic, and diverse expressions of intimacy, helping to foster consent, emotional vulnerability, and respect.

Men’s Unexpected Emotional Reactions:

Cindy reveals that many male users express gratitude and even emotional release, sharing that watching the videos on MakeLoveNotPorn often brings them to tears. The platform offers a rare space for men to see and express vulnerability in ways they don’t encounter elsewhere, challenging toxic masculinity and promoting emotional well-being.

Redefining Relationships Beyond Traditional Norms:

Cindy discusses her personal approach to relationships, embracing non-traditional dynamics. She highlights the importance of designing relationships that work for the individual, whether that means polyamory, casual connections, or solo exploration.

The Challenges of Running a Mission-Driven Business:

Cindy details the barriers she faces as a female entrepreneur in the adult space, including difficulties accessing payment processors and advertising platforms. Despite these obstacles, Cindy remains committed to her mission, emphasizing that safety and consent are core to her platform's human-curated model.

Crowdfunding and Expanding Sex Education:

Cindy introduces MakeLoveNotPorn's crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder, led by actress Jameela Jamil. The funding will support the creation of MakeLoveNotPorn Academy, an educational platform that curates sex education content for children and families, filling a vital gap in modern education.

You can learn more about Cindy Gallop at https://www.instagram.com/cindygallop/ or https://www.instagram.com/makelovenotporn/

Cindy's TED Talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FV8n_E_6Tpc

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