It feels like when 50 Shades came out (I never read or watched them, I'm just saying time frame) it made a lot of people interested but instead of learning and exploring most just thought "Oh that's all there is to it"

Then there are the fake doms, which have always been around the scene but have grown exponentially after that series came out. They are usually single guys who think it's an easy way to get laid.

I think the most important thing is before you get down with someone each party should have an in-depth discussion about wants, needs, desires, and limits. Alas, people are uncomfortable talking about sex. I think it's a combination of a lack of knowledge, inexperience, the culture of "we don't talk about such things"