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Where do babies come from? Don't bother asking adults. They lie like pigs. However, diligent independent research and hours of playground consultation have yielded fruitful, if tentative, results. There are several theories. Near as we can figure out, it has something to do with acting ridiculous in the dark. We believe it is similar to dogs when they act peculiar and ride each other. This is called 'making love'. Careful study of popular song lyrics, advertising catch-lines, TV sitcoms, movies, and T-Shirt inscriptions offers us significant clues as to its nature. Apparently it makes grown-ups insipid and insane. Some graffiti was once observed that said 'sex is good.' All available evidence, however, points to the contrary.

Matt Groening#11

HumorEducationKnowledgeSex

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker humorously critiques adult explanations of sex, suggesting that true understanding comes from observation and absurd speculation.
In plain terms
Adults lie about sex; we learn it by watching and being ridiculous.
What can you take from it?
Question adult narratives and seek honest, observational knowledge.

Where it applies

  • talking to teenagers about sex
  • debunking myths

Putting it to work

  • use factual resources
  • encourage open conversation

Questions to consider

  • How can we distinguish reliable information from myth?
  • What role does humor play in discussing taboo topics?

Another view

The rant mixes jokes with misinformation, which could confuse listeners.

More from Matt Groening

  1. When authorities warn you of the sinfulness of sex, there is an important lesson to be learned. Do not have sex with the authorities.

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  2. If at first you don't succeed, give it up. It isn't worth the pain.

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  3. We're getting on each other's nerves too much. I think we need to spend more time together.

    Permalink to quote #9

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