THE 411 ON EXTERNAL CONDOMS

Setting: Indoors at the HUB. Two people sit in chairs behind a table
that contains an array of sex toys, anatomical models, condoms, dental
dams, etc. The environment is instructional but welcoming. Ideally
seated with ample window light. Background is mostly empty and not
distracting.

Scene 1 - Introduction

Framing:
P1 and P2’s heads and upper bodies and the entire tabletop are in
frame. Voices are pragmatic but somewhat bubbly.

Person 1: Welcome! There are several different ways to practice safer

sex, and some of the easiest ways are to use external condoms,
internal condoms, or dental dams.

Person 2: Today we’ll be discussing external condoms and best

practices for using them.

Scene 2 - External Condoms

Framing:
Slightly more zoomed in, less of the table is visible.

P1: (holding up packaged condom) This is what a packaged external

condom looks like. It’s sometimes called a “male” condom because it is
often used for people who have penises, but it can be used for objects
that are phallus-shaped as well.

P2: Condoms can prevent unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted

infections, also known as STIs, including HIV. The condom acts as a
thin, protective sheath that will keep any infections or sperm from
directly touching anything else.

P1: It’s important to use condoms regularly to prevent unintended

pregnancy, if possible between you and your partner, and to prevent
STIs that you may or may not be aware that you or your partner are
carrying. Let’s talk about how to put one on.
Scene 3 - How To Put On A Condom

Framing:
Where indicated with *, the frame is a close up centered around P2’s
hands holding the condom and demonstrating where the info they are
talking about is. Where indicated with **, frame is centered on the
phallus model on the tabletop with P2’s hands demonstrating. Otherwise
the same framing as Scene 2 should be used. Both should be holding and
demonstrating with the condoms, even if just talking to the camera.
They should seem confident and comfortable while using them, so that
the audience can feel more confident.

P1: First, you want to choose the type of condom you are going to use.
It’s best to use a latex or polyurethane one, but the choice is both
personal preference, and you should take into consideration any
potential allergies you or your partner might have. Check for any
tears or damage to the package.

P2*: The expiration date can be found here, on the outside of the
condom. Do not use it if it has expired or if it appears damaged.
Don’t keep condoms in a wallet because it will expose the condom to
both heat and pressure, which will break down the condom. They should
stay somewhere cool and dry.

P2, cont.: You’ll want to select a condom that fits well over the
phallus. External condoms sometimes come with lube inside, and they
may be flavored as well. Some come with spermicide, a chemical
contraceptive that will kill the sperm if any is ejaculated. Find one
that best suits your needs. Flavored condoms shouldn’t be used for
penetrative sex. Don’t forget to consider possible allergies of
yourself and your partner as well, such as to latex or spermicide.

P1: Now you’ve chosen the right condom and can use it. If you’re using
your condom with someone who has a penis, wait until they have an
erection to put on the condom.

P2*: When you’re finally ready to put on the condom, carefully tear
open the package with your fingertips like so. Don’t use scissors,
your teeth, or any other sharp object that could put a hole in the
condom. You can then take it out of the package.

P1*: Find the correct side of the condom to roll down. It should roll
easily, and you can check by pinching the tip and trying to roll it.
(Demonstrating.) It should look like a wide-brimmed hat like this...
not a toboggan hat like this.
P2**: Pinch the tip of the condom with one hand, and with the other,
start at the top of the phallus and roll the condom down to the base.

P1: Now, you are prepared for safe penetrative or oral sex. This is
the time to add lubricant if you would like to use some. Make sure
that your lube is water based if using a latex condom, otherwise it
can break down and be less effective.

Scene 4 - Disposing of the Condom

Framing:
Back to the original framing with the upper bodies of P1 and P2 and
the tabletop visible. We should be able to see very little of what’s
behind them. The phallus model should be seen on the table as well.

P1: After ejaculation, when you are switching between vaginal or anal
penetration, when switching between partners, or after you are
finished having oral or penetrative sex, you need to remove the condom
and throw it away. If the condom is on someone with a penis, do this
while the penis is still somewhat erect. To ensure that the condom
doesn’t slip off, hold the base of it while pulling out the phallus.

P2: Then, all that’s left to do is take it off and throw it away in a
trash can. Flushing it down the toilet is not a good idea. You can
also tie it off if you want to keep any semen from spilling out.

P1: Great job! Now you can use an external condom, and if you’re not
too confident yet, you can practice so you feel prepared when the time
comes to actually use one.

P2: Thank you for watching!

Time: approx. 3 mins 30 seconds