Talk with Francesca

When Dr Robin Buckley told her Ted Talk audience she bought her teenager a sex toy, it set off a wave of controversy. But sex expert Georgia Grace says that it’s something parent should talk to their children about.Just like the consumption of alcohol, there is a line in the sand when it comes to the connotations of sexuality and anyone under the age of 18.Of course, that line exists for a reason, but the statistics tell us that while we would all love to think of the young people in our life as oblivious to their own sexual pleasure, the reality is far from that.In fact, it was the topic of a recent Ted Talk with Dr Robin Buckley, the woman who bought her 13-year-old daughter a vibrator when she admitted she’d been masturbating. For reference, Dr Buckley is also a cognitive behavioural coach specialising in relationships. Her PhD is in clinical psychology.

What does it mean to be truly yourself- when the world around you says not to be? Here with us is Garrett Glaser, a respected journalist who spent three decades in front of the camera and made history as the first local TV news correspondent to come out on air. His new memoir, FAIRYBOY, gives us a rare and honest look at what it was like to grow up gay in New York City before the Stonewall riots. It’s a coming-of-age story, a media story, and a powerful reminder of how visibility can change lives.  From celebrity interviews and breaking news to personal milestones and cultural shifts, Garrett has seen it all. He’s sharing what it means to live openly, speak honestly, and stay true to himself every step of the way. So if you’re interested in stories of courage, identity, and what it takes to make history- you won't want to miss this interview.

Having received a monumental amount of online vitriol for amplifying the stories of abuse victims, Alia Dastagir joins us Wednesday night at 8pm on The Francesca Luca Show on 95.9 WATD FM. She is an award winning journalist, former USA Today Reporter and author of "To Those Who Have Confused You to be a Person". Alia published a story as part of an investigation of child sexual abuse. In response, she was subjected to an endless torrent of hateful online comments, one of the most striking being, "I am sorry to those who have confused you to be a person because you are not one". 'Riveting story that you won't want to miss.

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What do you do when relationships, whether personal or professional start to break down? How do you rebuild trust, communication, and understanding when it feels like everything is falling apart? Tom Hagerty, a retired corporate executive, business fixer, and expert on relationships, with over 45 years of experience leading organizations and navigating complex dynamics, has seen firsthand how vital strong relationships are to success and well-being. His new book, The Business of Relationships, draws on the wisdom he’s gained through his career to offer advice on how we can all improve our personal and professional relationships, making them thrive even in the most challenging of times.

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Mark Rowlands is an acclaimed philosopher, professor, and the chair of the philosophy department at the University of Miami. With over two decades of research and more than 23 books to his name, Mark is one of the world’s foremost experts on the animal mind, morality, and consciousness. He has pioneered ideas about the extended mind—challenging the idea that our thoughts and memories are limited to our brains—and has written influential works including Animals Like Us and The Philosopher and the Wolf. His latest book, The Word of Dog, he explores what dogs teach us about fulfillment, meaning, and happiness—lessons we often overlook in the complexity of human life.

Ever feel like you're caught in a never-ending emotional tug-of-war? Whether it’s jealousy, confusion, or a deep sense of longing, love triangles can leave us feeling lost and stuck. Karen Sternberg weighs in as she unravels the psychology behind love triangles and the powerful emotional traps we often fall into.  Karen’s insights will cover:  The different types of love triangles and what they reveal about our needs for intimacy and commitment Love traps—how our childhood experiences shape unhealthy relationship patterns The psychological and emotional impact love triangles can have on our self-worth and identity Practical advice for breaking free from dysfunctional relationship cycles and creating healthier connections