The Hook Up

How soon is too soon? What can go wrong? And can travel flings have legs?

Do you think personality tests or horoscopes could help you find a partner?

Lately there’s been plenty of people putting lil letters pop up in dating profile bios like INFJ, ESTP, but what do they mean? On the podcast, we discuss the Myers Briggs test when dating plus why people rely on horoscopes to find the perfect partner.

But is it all bullshit?

Featuring:

Astrologist for Cosmopolitan Australia and Vogue Japan, Jessica Adams

Professor of Psychology, Nick Haslam, University of Melbourne.

Do you like to play hard to get? Or does it drive you crazy?

The chase is at the centre of dating culture but is it worth playing the game? You'll hear from relationships coach Megan Luscombe on why the chase is a thing, and the best way to get the most out of dating when there’s a chase involved.

Imagine you’ve had sexual tension build up with someone for a while, and you’re about to have sex with them for the first time… but then as you’re getting ready, your erection disappears.

Many men experience performance anxiety, and when it happens, it can really affect your confidence in the bedroom. Here to help you out with it, is counsellor and sex therapist, Dr Christopher Fox.

Has body image or weight become an issue in your relationship? Research suggests it’s very common for people to put on a few “love kilos” when you’re in a relationship, and while that’s not necessarily a bad thing, it *can* put strain on your mental health and your relationship.

On the podcast you’ll hear from people who have had their partners tell them to lose weight, someone who’s considering getting lap band surgery for her bf, and people who are confused about whether their partners like them for their whole package, or just their body.

Joining us is clinical psychologist and body image expert, Louise Adams.

Can you sync your period with others? Can you get pregnant during period sex? On the podcast we’re rolling out the red carpet and talking periods, menstruation, ya menzies.

You’ll meet Dr Carnesky, who’s spilling all about the symbolic and cultural power of menstruation in her stage show, Dr Carnesky’s Incredible Bleeding Woman. Plus, a medical doctor, Dr Deborah Bateson from Family Planning NSW will answer some of those more medical questions you have…

Are you lacking some tinder-game? Feel like you’ve got a pretty good profile, but it’s just not getting you the matches you want?

We’re looking at how you can really pimp your profile. You’ll hear what you should put in your bio, whether you should say more or less, and what pics you should use. Featuring relationships expert and dating coach, Samantha Jayne.

Experiencing the gay and lesbian Mardi Gras in Sydney is really something else. So much glitter, so little clothing and SO much fun… but the Mardi Gras isn’t just a big party…

On the podcast we’re looking at the history of Mardi Gras, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary, and ask young queer Australians where we go next. Featuring Matthew Wade, editor of Star Observer, and Ruby Susan, co-host of Triple Bi Pass on JOY 94.9.

Pole dancing is becoming a really popular sport, but it can come with a lot of stigma attached to it. Emma Lee Corbett aka Suzie Q was a pole dancer and stripper. She stripped to pay her way through uni. She’s just released a book, The Stripper Next Door, and we wanted to find out what it’s like earning cash by taking your kit off and whether Emma has any advice for anyone wanting to take it up.

You may have passed the odd sex shop on the street from time to time, but have you ever gone into one? On the podcast we’re looking at how sex stores have changed, and why you might be more inclined to go into one these days… Featuring Associate Professor Lynn Comella and the owner of a feminist, women-friendly sex store.